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Cobra 3195 Alarm Manual Full Extra Quality -

1. Quick‑Start Summary

| Step | Action | Details | |------|--------|---------| | 1 | Power the Unit | Connect the power adapter (12 V DC, 1 A) to the rear power jack. The unit will power up within a few seconds and the LCD will show “‑‑‑”. | | 2 | Set the Date & Time | Press MENUSETUPTIME/DATE. Use the ▲/▼ keys to adjust, ENTER to confirm. | | 3 | Select the Alarm Mode | Press MODE until you see OFF / HOME / AWAY on the display. Each mode has a different sensor sensitivity (see “Alarm Modes” below). | | 4 | Arm the System | Press ARM. The LCD will flash “ARMING” for 30 s (you can adjust the delay in the menu). After the countdown the display shows the selected mode (HOME or AWAY). | | 5 | Disarm | Enter your 4‑digit PIN on the keypad and press ENTER. The system returns to OFF. | | 6 | Test Sensors | From the main screen press TEST → choose a zone → ENTER. The sensor will beep and the LCD will indicate “OK” or “FAIL”. |

  • Off: System disarmed/ignition on.
  • Slow Flash: System armed and secure.
  • Fast Flash: Trigger memory (the alarm has gone off in your absence).
  • Solid On: Pre-alarm zone (intrusion detected, waiting to trigger full siren).

Disarming: Press the small button (Button B). This unlocks the doors and turns the dashboard LED off. cobra 3195 alarm manual full

: If your remote fails, you can disarm the system using a unique 4-digit Off: System disarmed/ignition on

The Cobra 3195 is a classic, reliable entry-level car alarm system known for its two-point immobilization, shock sensors, and remote central locking integration. However, without the original documentation, tasks like programming a new remote, adjusting sensor sensitivity, or troubleshooting random triggers can feel impossible. Disarming : Press the small button (Button B)

Programming the Control Module

Volumetric Exclusion: To arm the system while leaving windows slightly open or a pet inside, arm the system normally and then press Button B twice within 20 seconds to disable the internal motion sensors for that cycle. Programming & Resynchronization

  • Feedback: Indicators flash twice, siren chirps twice (if audible), doors unlock, LED turns off.