Cobra Electronics Announces Availability of First Marine Product Line; Company Enters Marine Market with Entry-Level and Professional-Grade Products.Business Editors CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 10, 2004 Cobra Electronics (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : COBR COBR Cabinet Office Briefing Room (British Parliament) COBR Continuous Oscillatory Baffled Reactor ) today announced that its first line of entry-level and professional-grade marine products is now available at retailers nationwide, marking the third new market the company entered in the past year. The Cobra Marine(TM) line features handheld and fixed dual power VHF (Very High Frequency) The range of electromagnetic frequencies from 30 MHz to 300 MHz. marine transceivers, and marine power inverters. The new product line is distinguished by premium features and industry firsts focused on usability and safety. Among them, are the largest LCD screen on comparably priced fixed marine transceivers, the first ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI See residual current device. ) outlets on 400- and 800-watt marine power inverters, and the first integrated microphone/speaker with volume, channel and instant 16/9 controls on a fixed marine transceiver (TRANSmitter reCEIVER) An electronic device or circuit that transmits and receives analog or digital signals. It comes in many forms; for example, a transponder on a satellite, a network adapter in the computer or the circuits in a cellphone. . "Cobra already enjoys a strong reputation in the boating community with many using our other products, such as GMRS/FRS two-way radios A voice network that provides an always-on connection enabling the user to just "push the button and talk." Also called "dispatch radio," two-way radio has traditionally been used by police, fire, taxi and other mobile fleets. and GPS devices in their daily lives," said Tony Mirabelli, senior vice president of marketing and sales for Cobra Electronics. "We believe our Cobra Marine line will be especially well-received because of that name recognition and our history of delivering innovative products."
The Cobra Marine line will consist of the following products:
-- Fixed Dual Power VHF Marine Transceivers - Two submersible
25-watt models with GPS capability and Digital Selective
Calling. The premium model is the first with 2-inch channel
numbers on the largest LCD available on comparably priced
fixed radios and is the first with a combined
speaker/microphone with volume and channel controls, and
instant 9/16 button. Suggested retail prices range from
$169.95 to $209.95.
-- Handheld Dual Power VHF Marine Transceivers - Three models
ranging from an entry-level 2-watt model to professional-grade
submersible 5-watt units. Advanced features include 10-channel
memory, tri-watch to simultaneously monitor three channels and
memory scan to quickly search favorite channels. Suggested
retail prices range from $79.95 to $169.95.
-- Marine Power Inverters - Available in 400-, 800-, 1500- and
2200-watt models, all four units feature GFCI AC outlets to
protect against shock - the first 400- and 800-watt models
available with this fundamental safety feature. Conformal
coating and tinned wiring provides premium corrosion
protection in rugged marine environments. Suggested retail
prices range from $79.95 to $409.95.
About Cobra Electronics Cobra Electronics Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of innovative mobile communication, marine and GPS products for consumers, having attained a leadership position in the GMRS/FRS, citizens band radio citizens band radio: see radio. and radar detector  This article or section may deal primarily with the U.S. and may not present a worldwide view. markets. Recognizing new opportunities for
growth, Cobra has introduced a new line of handheld GPS Handheld GPS use GPS Signal from a minimum of 3 overhead satellites to obtain a fix which is usually accurate to within 30m. Actual accuracy can be achieved down to 5m but due to US Military intervention accuracy is restricted.Popular brands include Garmin, Magellan Navigation. units, mobile navigation systems, as well as a marine product line. Cobra, twice ranked by Forbes Magazine as one of the 200 Best Small Companies, has a track record of designing innovative and award-winning products. To learn more about Cobra Electronics, please visit www.cobra.com. |
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