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cobra 29LTDCHR question

Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by hoosiergirl, Aug 19, 2017.

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  1. Aug 19, 2017 #1
    hoosiergirl

    hoosiergirl Light Load Member

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    Please let me know if this isn't the right forum.

    My husband is finishing training and will be getting his own truck soon. I bought the cobra 29LTDCHR for his new truck and, knowing next to nothing about this stuff, wanted to know if there is anything else I need to buy for install. His truck will come with an antenna so i don't need to buy one. Thanks


    Cobra 40-Channel CB Radio with PA Capability
    On-Road Communication
    Amplify Your Voice
    Hook up to a PA speaker (sold separately) to use the CB radio as a PA system

    Steady Signals
    SWR calibration adjusts the antenna for maximum performance

    Specifics
    • Model number: 29LTDCHR
    • 40 channels
    • PA capability
    • 4W power output
    • Chrome cabinet and microphone
    • Blue channel indicator
    • Analog signal meter
    • Can be installed in- or under-dash
    • 9ft. microphone cord
    • Product dimensions: 8.6”x7.6”x2.5”
     
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  3. Aug 19, 2017 #2
    ExOTR

    ExOTR Windshield Chipper Extraordinaire

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    I use an external speaker, I just think it makes it easier to hear.(15$ online)

    You'll get better recieve with a dedicated coax and antenna btw.
     
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  4. Aug 19, 2017 #3
    hoosiergirl

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    I'm pretty sure they do have a dedicated antenna on the truck to hook up to. I remember reading that but I'll double check.

    I'll definitely check into an external speaker. Thanks so much-I want to surprise my hubby and have everything he'll need so he won't have to waste any time when he gets here.
     
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  5. Aug 19, 2017 #4
    lilillill

    lilillill Sarcasm... it's not just for breakfast

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    Do you have a sister? Lol

    On a serious note, if he gets a truck that someone else has driven, chances are pretty good that either the coax or the power wires to hook it up will have been cut. I swear, drivers need to be shown a pair of wire cutters and then smacked on the knuckles while telling them, "NO!", in a very firm manner.

    If everything is intact, antennas included, he can probably just get by with plugging it in and turning it on. If the antenna light doesn't come on, he's golden.

    He can learn more about radios as he goes.
     
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  7. Aug 20, 2017 #5
    wolverine11

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    Most the trucks have a stock antenna system to use, however depending on the truck, some are better than others, from my experience Volvos work well, Kenworth T680 ( new models) work well and the Freightliner Cascadias dont work well at all ( new models) as you can probably tell by the numerous threads on this forum and the problems encountered by most. Good choice on the radio purchase, I have the same radio ( one of my many) and it works great stock out of the box so your husband may want to resist the temptation to pay for a peak and tune and just use it as is, once he gets a good antenna system set up another aftermarket purchase he may want to consider would be a good noise canceling microphone like an Astatic 636 or Ranger sra198 and both can be bought for around 30 bucks on Amazon or Ebay, just a suggestion, the stock mic should work fine.
     
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  8. Aug 20, 2017 #6
    Fold_Moiler

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    Swr meter would be good.

    If the coax is junk or not will determine if you need a new antenna setup. Either way it's not hard you just have to know if the antenna and coax are good to go.

    Start by hooking it all up and aim for a swr below 1.5 on channel 1 and 40. Look up videos on YouTube on dialing in your swr. It's super easy.

    IF you can't get a good swr then just run your own coax and antenna, stock coax is usually junk.
     
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  9. Aug 21, 2017 #7
    hoosiergirl

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    Thank you-this is great information. He has a choice between a Volvo and Freightliner (which he's been training in) and I'm pretty sure he's going with the Volvo because it will be newer and seems to offer more comfort.

    I think I got a good deal on it through Groupon of all places-$69 (reconditioned) plus $19(I think) for a 3 year warranty. So I don't mind upgrading the mike and getting an external speaker.

    Thanks again-this is great information
     
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  10. Aug 21, 2017 #8
    Fold_Moiler

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    He should take the Volvo, but he will probably need a new antenna. Their stock ones are awful. But leave the passenger side antenna on, that's also the fm antenna.
     
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  11. Aug 21, 2017 #9
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    Keep getting two red lights when i try to cal what should i do
     
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  12. Aug 21, 2017 #10
    Fold_Moiler

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    Are you using the built in meter?

    If your swr is good don't worry about it. My antenna light comes and goes but it always transmits.
     
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