How do you set the SWR on a Cobra 29 LTD?
Tuning your antenna using the Cobra® 29 LTD Classic: Press and hold mic button. Adjust the SWR CAL dial until meter swings right and sits directly under “CAL” on the meter. Keeping the mic button depressed, switch the SWR toggle back to SWR and write down the SWR reading on the meter.
What settings should my Cobra CB be at?
Recommended Setting: The 12:00 position. S/RF, SWR, CAL SWITCH – The normal operating position is the S/RF position. In the S/RF position the meter will show transmit power and receive signal strength. The CAL and SWR positions are only for checking the SWR of the antenna.
How can I increase my CB wattage?
There are several procedures for ensuring maximum output.
- TUNE THE RADIO. A CB radio is only as good as the coax and antenna connected to it.
- USE CB-SPECIFIC ANTENNAS.
- ESTABLISH A GROUND PLANE.
- CHECK THE VSWR.
- ELIMINATE RESISTANCE.
How do I bring a SWR down?
If your antenna is mounted down low on the vehicle, like on the bumper or behind a pickup truck’s cab, the signal can bounce back to the antenna, causing a high SWR. To alleviate this, keep at least the top 12 inches of the antenna above the roof line, and position the antenna as high as possible on the vehicle.
What is a good SWR reading?
SWR Range Explanations. SWR 1.0-1.5: The ideal range! If your SWR is under 1.5, you’re in great shape. If you’re at 1.5 and really, really want to drop down to closer to 1 it’s likely possible to do with addition tuning, different equipment or a different mounting location.
What is a Cobra 29 classic transceiver?
The COBRA 29 LTD Classic transceiver represents one of the most advanced AM two-way radios used as a Class D station in the Citizens Radio Service.
Does the Cobra 29 Ltd Classic have a noise limiter?
Even though the Cobra 29 LTD Classic has an automatic noise limiter, in some installations igni- tion interference may be high enough to make good communications impossible. Many possibili- ties exist and variations between vehicles require different solutions.
What is the MFG ID of the Cobra Mfg?
DATE OF MFG :JUNE 98FCC ID:BBO3K229LTD COBRA MADE IN CHINA SERIAL NO.:806135776 PRECISION ENGINEERED PRODUCT OF COBRA ELECTRONICS CORP. CHICAGO, ILL.60707 Connect an external speaker to the external speaker jack on the rear panel. 1 Operation PA (Public Address) 24 PA (Public Address)