Summary of Contents for Kustom FALCON
- Page 1 FALCON HAND-HELD TRAFFIC RADAR OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0336-00 REV. 1 K U STO M SIGNALS, INC. A SUBSIDIARY OF PUBLIC SAFETY EQUIPMENT, INC.
- Page 3 The publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or in part in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without prior written permission of Kustom Signals Inc., 9325 Pflumm, Lenexa, Kansas 66215-3347.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Control Selections.................9 Monitoring Target Speeds .............9 Locking and Releasing Targets ...........10 Hold Function ................10 GENERAL INFORMATION Theory of Operation..............11 Interference.................11 Power Source for the FALCON ..........12 Recommended Care and Maintenance.........12 Microwave Emission..............13 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE............14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS............15 REFERENCES Case Law ..................16 FCC Rules ..................17... -
Page 7: Introduction
Hold Mode has been activated. To get the most from your new FALCON, we urge you to read this operator’s manual carefully. While this manual is not intended as a training manual and cannot replace a training class, it does describe the FALCON’s control and their functions as well as give... -
Page 8: Controls And Indicators
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS REAR VIEW A. POWER/VOLUME (ON/VOL). Dual purpose control for ON/OFF and target Doppler audio volume. Turn the control clockwise to activate the radar and to adjust the level of the Doppler audio. B. LAMP TEST. When the LAMP TEST button is pressed, the system will illuminate all display segments. - Page 9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS D. CRYSTAL ERROR INDICATOR (XTAL ERR). When lit, indicates dual crystal comparison has failed, resulting in the inhibiting of further speed measurements and the blanking of the target display within 2-3 seconds. E. RFI INDICATOR (RFI). When lit, indicates the presence of strong RF interference, resulting in the inhibiting of further speed measurements and blanking of the target display within 2-3 seconds.
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Page 10: Side View
In the SQ position, audio will only be heard while a target speed is being displayed. K. AIMING SIGHTS. Enables the operator to correctly aim the FALCON antenna to obtain maximum effective range. L. HOLD. Pressing this button places the system in the Hold Mode to avoid detection by traffic radar detectors. -
Page 11: Installing The Radar
Switch the SQ-UNSQ control to the UNSQ position. Adjust the audio to a comfortable listening level above the engine noise. 3. With the FALCON and mount sitting in the middle of the dashboard, and the antenna aimed straight ahead, adjust the heater/air conditioner fan motor to a mid-range fan speed. - Page 12 INSTALLING THE RADAR...
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Page 13: Test Sequence
1. Turn the RANGE control fully clockwise (maximum range). 2. A 50 MPH (80 KPH) tuning fork is supplied with the FALCON. Strike the tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface, such as the rubber heel of a shoe. Hold the vibrating tuning fork approximately one inch in front of the antenna. -
Page 14: Moving Test
TEST SEQUENCE If the proper reading is not obtained: 1. Make sure that Kustom Signals K-Band tuning forks have been used ("K-Band" is stamped plainly on each fork). X or Ka-Band tuning forks, or tuning forks designed for use with other manufacturers' radar, will not give the proper readings. -
Page 15: System Operation
SYSTEM OPERATION CONTROL AND FUNCTION SELECTION Select squelched or unsquelched audio by moving the switch to the desired position. Adjust the PWR/VOL control for comfortable listening to the Doppler audio level. Adjust the RANGE control for proper target acquisition distance. For most applications, fully clockwise (maximum range) will be the most useful setting. -
Page 16: Locking And Releasing Targets
5. To release a locked-in speed, pull the trigger a second time. HOLD FUNCTION The advanced electronics in the FALCON enable it to completely escape detection by traffic radar detectors by eliminating all microwave transmission in the Hold Mode. To activate the HOLD function: 1. -
Page 17: General Information
Terrain can also affect the FALCON's range. Should the patrol car be on a slight decline, with the radar mounted on a dash mount, the antenna could be shooting short of the target vehicle. If on a slight incline, it could be shooting over the target vehicle. -
Page 18: Power Source For The Falcon
Damage caused in this way may not be repairable. 3. Do not pick up or carry the FALCON by the power cord. Do not yank or twist the power cord, especially near the handle of the unit--broken wires inside the power cord are a common cause of intermittent operation. -
Page 19: Microwave Emission
For a free copy of the latest information regarding the safe human exposure standards, please call or write Kustom to request the "RF Emissions Packet." You may contact us at our corporate headquarters: Kustom Signals, Inc. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING THE FALCON If you are having operating difficulty, recheck the operating information in this manual, then check the following before notifying your Kustom Signals representative of a problem. Problem Possible Solution Unit will not turn on or no pilot Check fuse. -
Page 21: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MICROWAVE Frequency: 24.25 + .1 GHz (K-Band) Output Power: 12 mW typical, 40 mW max Source: Gunn-effect diode Antenna Type: Conical Horn Polarization: Circular 3 dB Beamwidth: Antenna Gain: Approx. 23 dBi Power Density: <5 mW/cm (measured at face of antenna) Receiver Type: Low-noise Schottky barrier diode COUNTING UNIT... -
Page 22: References
REFERENCES CASE LAW This section on case law is included so that the radar operator and those individuals responsible for apprehension and arrest can familiarize themselves with the more important legal cases involving the use of traffic radar. Much of the referenced material may be obtained at your community's local law library or through the prosecutor's office Reference A--State v. -
Page 23: Fcc Rules
REFERENCES FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION: TRANSMITTER RULES AMENDED The Commission has amended its rules to eliminate the required annual measurement of transmitter power, frequency and modulation, and to specify transmitter power in terms of output power for licensees in the Public Safety, Industrial, and Land Transportation Radio Services. -
Page 24: Warranty
Kustom Signals, Inc. or its agent, of the Equipment as (i) is covered by this Warranty; (ii) is delivered to Kustom Signals, Inc. or its agent at the Owner’s or Lessee’s expense within the term of this Warranty;...