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Model Features Summary
If you have questions concerning the
Installation
operation of this Whistler product
• Mounting Guidelines
• Windshield Mounting
please call:
• Power Cord Connection
• Fuse Replacement
Operation
C
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uSTOmer
eRVICE
• Power On Self-Test and Volume
• Auto Level Adjustment
1-800-531-0004
• Intergrated Real Voice
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
• Speed Selectable Auto Quiet
• City/City 1/City2 Modes
USA
• Highway Mode
or visit our website
• Understanding the Display
• Feature Engaged Confirmation
www.whistlergroup.com
• Signal Strength Display
• Alert Periscopes
• Redlight / Speed Camera Detection
• Getting a Satellite Lock
Please keep the receipt in a safe place.
• Camera Alerts
You may register your product online at
• Manual Entry
www.whistlergroup.com. For warranty
• Updating the Database
verification purposes, a copy of your dated
• Dim/Dark Modes
store receipt must still accompany any
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
unit sent in for warranty work. If the unit is
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
returned without a dated store receipt an
• Traffic Flow Signal Rejection (TFSR)
out of warranty service charge applies.
• Filter Mode
• Speed Selectable Filter
• Setting Saver
• VG-2 Mode
Note: Your warranty period begins at the time
• Laser Signature ID (LSID)
of purchase. The warranty is validated only by
• Selectable Laser
the dated store receipt! Now is the time to
• POP
™
Mode Alerts
record the serial number of the unit in the space
• Safety Warning System
provided on page 27 of this manual.
• Alert Priority
• Option Select Mode
• Stay Alert
™
Radar/Laser Alerts
• Reset Features
• Radar Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection
OPERATION
OPERATION
Power On Self-Test and Volume
Auto Quiet Mode (cont'd)
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an
•
Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may
automatic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker,
cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet.
visual displays are functional along with many of the
•
Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel
saved settings. To increase the volume, continue turning
Auto Quiet mode.
the volume knob.
Note: Speed selectable Auto Quiet is selectable in
Option Mode.
Audio Level Adjustment
Speed Selectable Auto Quiet
To change the audio level:
•
Move Power/Volume knob back to increase audio
Traveling below the speed selected in option mode will
level.
engage Auto Quiet mode. Note: Enter Option Mode to
•
Move Power/Volume knob forward to decrease audio
set Speed Selectable Auto Quiet.
level.
City/City 1/City 2 Modes
Integrated Real Voice
®
Whistler's City Modes are designed to reduce the
Real Voice
®
will be used to articulate the following:
annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms
1. Band Identification
2. Safety Warning System™ categories
and other devices which share frequencies with police
3. Feature Selection
radar. Generally, X band is used for these devices.
• Press City to cancel Highway Mode and engage
Quiet Mode
City Mode.
Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new
Normal
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of no
alerts, the audio is restored for any new alerts.
• Press City again to enter City 1 Mode.
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore
the standard audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off,
• Press City again to enter City 2 Mode.
then on.
Auto Quiet Mode
• Press City a fourth time to cancel City 2 Mode and
Auto Quiet mode reduces the selected audio level
returns the unit to Highway Mode.
approximately 5 seconds after a radar signal is detected
followed by a reduced tone. The reduced tone will
continue for as long as the detected signal is present and
for any new signal within 20 seconds. Auto Quiet mode
In City Mode, weak radar signals give an initial alarm
does not affect laser alerts. Press Quiet (before a signal is
of two beeps, and then remain quiet until the signal
detected) to engage Auto Quiet mode.
becomes very strong. When the signal strength
increases, two additional beeps are provided. City 1 and
City 2 Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, but in
City 1 Mode, only the X band is lowered. In City 2 Mode,
X-band is not detected.
Caution: Some towns/small cities may still be using X band
radar. City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser.
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Troubleshooting Guide
5-7
Care and Maintenance
Are Detectors Legal?
FCC Information
POP™ Mode
Speed Monitoring Technologies
• Laser Facts
8-18
• Laser Tips
• Radar Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
®
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information
Specifications
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1
6
2
16
9
10
8
12
SWS
™
19-20
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OPERATION
Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time
radar (X, K and Ka) or laser signals are detected, and
is recommended for open road driving.
For more information on City and Highway modes, please
visit our FAQ page on our website: www.whistlergroup.com
Understanding the Display
The unit's display can be set up to indicate
Heading, Mode of Operation (Highway and City
modes) and Clock.
Heading
Mode of Operation
Feature Engaged Confirmation
Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms
feature "on", two beeps confirm feature "off".
Clock
Signal Strength Display
then
When a radar signal is detected the audio alerts have a
geiger counter-like pattern to help you determine the
then
strength of the radar source; the faster the beeping the
stronger the radar signal. At the same time the audio is
reporting, the display illuminates the band identification
Icon and relative signal strength from 1 to 9.
then
then
1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal
Alert Periscopes
Whistler's Alert Periscopes provide an added attention
getting visual alert. The two extra LEDs flash on and off
when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert. This
alert can be programmed, through the Option Select
Mode to be: ON, OFF or FLASHING during alerts.
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FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
20-22
1.
Bracket Release Button – provides quick and easy
release of the mounting bracket.
2.
Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings.
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3.
Mounting Bracket Location – slot holds mounting
bracket firmly.
4.
Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency antenna
receives radar signals.
5.
Front Laser – high gain optical lens provides
25-27
increased sensitivity and field of view for
leading-edge laser detection.
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6.
Rear Laser – an integrated optical waveguide
provides superior detection of laser signals
transmitted from behind.
7.
City Button - reduces the annoyance of false alerts
typically encountered in urban driving areas.
8.
Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a signal is
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detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which
automatically reduces the audio level after the initial
warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET
during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts,
while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.
9.
Power / Volume Control – turns the unit on/off and
adjusts the audio level.
10. Dim / Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes.
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11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
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12. OLED Text Display – provides better contrast,
brightness and color/shows alerts detected, signal
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strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.
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13. Alert Periscopes - provide an additional attention
getting visual alert.
14. GPS Antenna - provides Traffic Camera alerts as
well as other speed selective settings.
15. Power Jack – provides connection for the power cord.
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16. USB Jack - provides connection to a PC for
data updates.
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OPERATION
Red Light/SpeedCamera Detection
This unit is capable of alerting to these locations with
the updatable database.
Getting a Satellite Lock
Powering up, the unit will begin its search for satellites.
During this time, the unit will flash the satellite icon on
the display. Please allow several minutes for the unit to
lock onto the satellites. This delay is normal when the
unit is turned on at least 500 miles from when the unit
last received a satellite lock or if several days have passed
since its last usage.
Note: Driving while initially searching for satellites will take
longer than if you are stationary. Acquiring satellites takes
much longer the first time.
Camera Alerts
When approaching a known camera, the unit will provide
the type of alert (Red Light Camera, Traffic Camera, Speed
Camera, or User Location). Example: the display will show
TRF CAM
then count down the distance to the camera.
Once past the camera location, the unit will provide a
beep-beep audio tone and the word PASS will be shown
on the display.
Manual Entry
(Waypoint)
The unit will save a special location (i.e., a new red light
camera or even a "trap") if you enter it manually. The unit
will store 1000 user locations. NOTE: Manual entries must be
approximately 330 feet apart to prevent overlapping locations.
To manually enter a location, simply press and hold the QUIET
button and the unit will beep to confirm. Manual entries
can be deleted within a certain radius (selected in Option
Select Mode). Once a radius is selected the data can be
deleted within the selected Radius or they all can be deleted
completely from memory.
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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Mounting Guidelines
Windshield Mounting
• Install the two suction cups and rubber
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the
center of the windshield.
bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into
their holes.
• Do not mount your unit behind wipers,
ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at
the location you have chosen.
obstructions have metal surfaces which can
affect radar and laser signals and reduce
critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass
does not affect reception.)
• Some windshields have an Instaclear™ or
Electriclear™ type coating, which affects
radar signals. Consult your dealer or the
vehicle's owner's manual to determine if
your windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing unit in direct contact with
windshield.
Important: Some newer cars have a plastic safety
coating on the inside of the windshield. The
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal
your unit when not in use. We recommend
windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on
that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on
this type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has
this type of windshield, check the vehicle's owner's
the windshield in direct sunlight. If the detector
is removed, this may cause blistering of the
manual or ask your dealer.
dash in some vehicles.
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place.
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the
windshield bracket. Press the bracket release button and
remove the detector before bending.
Windshield
Mounting
Important: Make sure unit is level.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
Updating the Database
Dim/Dark Modes (cont'd)
Follow the steps below to update the Laser-
Radar Detector.
• Briefly press and release the Dark button a
Step 1: Remove the Laser-Radar Detector from
third time to restore full illumination to the
the vehicle and bring it to your PC.
display.
Note: You do not need to power the Laser-Radar
Detector to update it.
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
Step 2: Download the update program and
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically
install it on your PC
shuts off the detector after 3 hours if the unit has
Note: Program is not MAC compatible
constant power.
Step 3: Download and save the .msc file
The timer is reset:
downloaded to your PC. Create a folder for the
1. Each time the detector is turned off.
unit so you can store future updates and save
this file into the newly created folder.
2. The power cord is disconnected or power
is removed to the unit.
DO NOT RENAME THE .msc FILE OR TRY TO OPEN IT!
3. Any button is pressed before the timer has expired.
Step 4: Open the update program and plug the
The detector will alert you with an audible
USB cable into the Laser-Radar Detector.
and visual warning before it shuts off.
Step 5: Click the "Open File" button on the update
During this warning you can reset the timer by pressing
program and locate the saved file from Step 3. Click
any button. If the unit has automatically turned itself off,
the "DB Update" button to install the file.
press any button to turn the unit back on.
Step 6: When update is complete, close the update
Refer to "Option Select Mode" for instructions
program, unplug the USB cable and the Laser-Radar
for changing the battery saver mode option.
Detector is ready with the new updates.
Teach/Tutorial Mode
Dim/Dark Modes
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.
• Press City and Quiet simultaneously and
• Briefly press and release the Dark button to
release.
reduce illumination to a Dim setting.
Display shows:
• Briefly press and release the Dark button a
second time engages Dark Mode. In Dark
• Press Dark to cancel.
Mode, the display goes dark for as long as a
signal is being detected and for 20 seconds
after, then the display returns to the dim
setting. Dim Modes can be engaged during
an alert.
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INSTALLATION
Power Cord Connection
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the
unit's power jack.
• Plug the large end into the vehicle's cigarette
lighter socket.
Note: Cord fits tightly into detector. When
installing the cord, expect some resistance.
The USB can charge an ipad, iphone, smartphone, MP3
or tablet. The output for the USB port is 1A.
Rubber
Bumper
Fuse Replacement
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a
replaceable 3 amp, 3AG fuse located behind
the silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully
unscrew the tip of the plug.
Important: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a
spring which may fly out when disassembling.
Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw
on the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may
loosen. Retighten occasionally.
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OPERATION
Traffic Flow Signal Rejection (TFSR)
Recently, many new products operate on X or K band
causing nuisance alerts to radar detectors. Some of
these are radar based Traffic Monitoring Systems
mounted to poles alongside the highway and others
are K Band Lane Change Assistants and Blind Spot
Detectors found on some automobiles. When turned
on in option mode, helps eliminate excessive alerts
from erroneous X and K-band sources. Traffic flow
monitoring systems are getting more common. Many
of these systems generate radar signals to measure
the flow of traffic across multiple lanes. Most detectors
will alert you to it unnecessarily. This rejection feature
examines the incoming signal and will aid in reducing
the alerts to such sources.
We suggest you turn TFSR on if you are
experiencing excessive X or K band false alerts
every half mile or so along stretches of roadway
that contain these traffic flow sensors.
Filter Modes
There are times when a radar detector in another
vehicle, can emit a frequency which can cause your
detector to falsely alert. The Filter Modes allow you to
select the level needed for your area to minimize the
occurrences of these false alerts. Filter Mode is the
factory default setting and should provide adequate
filtering for most conditions. If you experience
excessive alerts due to radar detectors in other
vehicles, increase the Filter level. See Option Select
Mode chart to change the filter settings.
Speed Selectable Filter Mode
Traveling below the speed selected in option mode will
apply the maximum Filter. Note: Enter Option Mode to
set Speed Selectable Filter.
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