NEW COBRA 29 LX LE - COMING SOON!

[cbradiomagazine.com]

We'll have to see if they can get all the digital features to work without any bugs. The diagnostic feature definitely sparked my interest.

Hopefully I can get my hands on one soon and give you the low down!

Available October 2010!
In commemoration of their 50th Anniversary, Cobra introduces the all new Cobra 29 LX LE CB radio. The radio features a completely new design unlike anything currently available from Cobra and a long list of impressive features. The most noticeable feature is the stunning, multi-color digital display. Covering the majority of the radio's face, the display offers information on the current channel, transmission and reception strength, SWR levels and all other major CB operations. The display can be easily seen at night, and can be set to one of four customizable colors.
In addition to the new display, the Cobra 29 LXLE includes a host of impressive features. Weather stations, scanning and alerts keep you informed of current conditions and any sever weather situations that exist. New to the Cobra 29 line, channel scanning lets you actively scan all 40 frequencies for activity. The Radio Check Diagnostic feature provides information on RF power, antenna condition and battery voltage. Other features include a PA (Public Address) mode, antenna warning indicator, delta tune, RF gain, talk back, channel memory, dynamike instant channel 9/19 and more. If you want a feature packed CB radio with an impressive design and stunning display, the Cobra 29 LX LE is a great choice.

 

[GLR]

As bad as I hate to say this, I actually like the way that radio looks.

Hope it's decent.

 

[Moleculo]

I'll give them credit for trying to do something new. Let's see how it performs now.

 

[Chop]

i think it looks awesome!! i hope it performs as well as the cobra 29, at least. upgrades like mosfets and rfx75's can come later. maybe it will not be a flop as cobra's 150 and 200 models were.

 

[BOOTY MONSTER]

if they could make a 148 that would stay on frequency and have that display show a 6 digit FC it would be more interesting .

if it really is "a completely new design unlike anything currently available from Cobra" i wonder how the tx and rx will be . hopefully closer to the old side mic radios .

 

[Cityboy]

It has a cool display and a host a nice features which would come in handy, but here is the problem-it has to be a SMT board to have that face and all the features included and that will cause a lot of headaches for techs and anyone who wants to mod it. I will be just like any other SMT board radio and only certain things can be done to it and most of it will have to be done by a tech and any and all repairs will have to go to some authorized repair center and out of warranty repairs will be a nightmare. So it is a cool looking radio and I will probably buy one but I would like to see the inside of the radio to get a better opinion of just how mod and repair friendly it will be and can imagine how expensive the front display would be if it went out, there is no more just replacing a meter or heating up solder joint to get a channel segment back, the whole damn thing would need to be replaced and if it blanked out and your out of warranty you might as well through it in the trash. We will have to see. I just went to the cbradiomagazine.com and read the advertisement at the bottom and it says that it uses the same size chasis as the 29 classic and all the same accesories( I am assuming they are talking bracket,mic,powercord) but nowhere does it say they are going to use the same pcb board, and I will eat my hat if they can pack all those features using the regular 29 pcb and tag boards to support the scan,swr,voltage and weather features and multicolor display. It will most likely use a totally different pcb and will be hard to deal with as I described above.

 

[psycho]

Looks like yet another Cobra failure in the making. We'll see how Chinese sweat shops punch these out. I guess the term "old school" is being run out of town.

 

[Carl]

This Radio will be available sometime in September

For 50 years Cobra has provided the highest quality Citizen Band radios to meet the needs of the professional driver. The 29 LX LE is a culmination of performance, style and innovation in Citizens Band radios. The radio features a completely redesigned, modern look with selectable display that can be programmed to red, green, blue or amber to match the instrument panel of the cab. The display also has customizable night and day settings to enhance readability in both bright and dark conditions. The large center scroll knob provides simple one-touch programming of the unit for easy setup and channel changes. The dynamic ergonomic microphone is redesigned for easy and comfortable use.

Based on the 29 LTD Classic platform with added features: The new weather receiver with scan automatically advances to the next clear channel when driving cross-country ensuring the driver is always getting the latest weather alerts and warnings. Also new is the industry’s first and only Radio Check Diagnostic. Now users can monitor the radio’s RF output, SWR setting, and vehicle battery voltage.

The 29 LX LE also includes all 40 channel scan and memory channel programming, Instant channel 9 and 19, audible key tones, channel frequency readout for CB and weather channels, 4 watts AM RF power output, the maximum amount of power allowed by law; Talk Back controls allowing drivers to adjust the desired amount of modulation talk-back.


SWR Calibration: Allows calibration of antenna system for maximum performance.
Adjustable Dynamike Boost: Dynamically boosts microphone for increased voice clarity.
Tactile Controls: Allows you to actually feel where the dial is in it's rotation without taking your eyes off the road.
PA Capability: Use CB radio as a Public Address System with PA speaker. Receive signals can also be monitored through PA.
RF Gain: Adjusts receive gain in weak and strong signal areas.
Switchable Noise Blanker: For increased noise reduction.
Emergency Weather Alert: Alerts you if threatening weather is nearby with an alert tone even when CB is turned off.
4 Watts AM RF Power Output: The maximum allowed by law.
Instant Channel 9 and 19: Instant access to emergency channel 9 and information channel 19.
Antenna Warning Indicator: Illuminates when antenna needs checking.
Delta Tune: Used to clarify incoming signals.
Talk Back: This control is used to adjust the desired amount of modulation talk back that is present at the speaker during transmit.
Channel Scan: Allows scanning of all 40 channels.
Frequency Display: Displays operating channel frequency of CB and weather band.
Auto Weather Scan: Automatically scans for the weather band for the strongest signal.
10 NOAA Weather Channels Instant access to 10 National Weather Channels, 24 hours a day, in all 50 states.
Weather Alert Scan: Automatically scans for the nearest weather alert signal.
Radio Check Diagnostic: Allows testing of important radio functions such as RF power, antenna condition and battery voltage
Memory Channels: Stores up to 10 frequently used channels
Memory Channel Scan: Allows scanning of up to 10 channels stored in memory.
Selectable Key Tone: Allows key tone to be turned on or off.
Day / Night Dimmer Control: Adjusts brightness of the front panel for day and night driving.
4-Pin Front Microphone Connector: Allows convenient installation to be in-dash or under-dash.
Selectable 4-Color LCD Display: Choose from four easy-to-read display colors: red, blue, green and amber

looks like $129.99

 

[office888]

Looks tacky as hell.

AM only?

No thanks.

You'd think they'd at least try to borrow on commercial radio design.

Make basically an 11m copy of the Yaesu FT2800m or something.

-Richard-

 

[Carl]

cobra 29's have always been am only. its a truck drivers radio, they dont need sideband.

 

[Chop]

You'd think they'd at least try to borrow on commercial radio design. -Richard-

what are you talking about? this radio looks more like a ham radio than anything else.

 

[NorthStar]

I want one....

 

[North Texas Mudduck]

what is the key tone feature

 

[mackmobile43]

what is the key tone feature

It lets you know you've just pressed a function button audibly.

 

[mechanic]

50th anniversary 148 GTL anyone?

mechanic