Uniden LRD 737 Operating Manual

Uniden LRD 737 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 ® LRD 737 Operating Guide...
  • Page 2 Since the LRD 737 is just a radio receiver tuned to a specific portion of the public radio spectrum, it is protected under this act.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts ..... 21 Features, Specifications, and availability of Optional Accessories are all subject to change without notice. ® Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Contents...
  • Page 4: One Year Limited Warranty

    WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale.
  • Page 5 Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,622,553 4,698,632 4,709,407 4,791,420 4,831,498 5,315,302 5,469,287 5,579,012 5,835,052 ® ©1999 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Philippines USZZ01074ZZ...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    The E.D.I.T. circuitry filters out unwanted microwave signals and prevents certain falsing. We are certain that you will enjoy the LRD 737, and to ensure that you get the most from its features, please read this Operating Guide carefully before installing and operating the unit.
  • Page 7: Speed Detection Systems

    The radar beam is cone shaped — the narrower the beam, the greater the resolution. A moving vehicle reflects radar signals back towards the radar gun. The LRD 737 can detect the signals emitted by radar guns, and it will sound an audio alarm and flash a warning indicator.
  • Page 8: Laser

    Note: To be safe, do not ignore any warnings. Although there are other types of radar signals that may cause interference, when the LRD 737 detects a signal, be on the alert. It is important to exercise caution at all times.
  • Page 9: Included With Your Radar Detector

    Included with Your Radar Detector Windshield Operating Guide Clip Printed Material Fuses and Straight Power Cord Spare Parts If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Be sure to complete and mail the Product Registration Card.
  • Page 10: Controls And Functions

    Controls and Functions Clip Release — Press the clip release button to remove the LRD 737 from the windshield mounting clip. Rear and front Laser Detector Lense — For rear and front detection of laser signals. City Button — Press the city button to help reduce X-band false alarms while driving in the city.
  • Page 11 Speaker — Sounds audio alert. There are six different audio alert tones to distinguish each type of signal received. When you become familiar with all the distinct alert tones, you can operate the LRD 737 just by listening, devoting your full attention to the traffic in front of you.
  • Page 12 Auto Mute Indicator — A red LED under M lights to indicate that you selected the Auto Mute feature. Note: Every time you turn on the LRD 737, a self-test is performed for all LEDs and Alert tones. You will hear inorder six distinct tones for the X-, K-, and Ka-SuperWideband radar bands, as well as for laser, laser 2 and safety warning system (SWS).
  • Page 13: Installation

    Before you decide where to put your radar detector, please keep in mind these two important factors: For safety, do not mount the LRD 737 in a location where it will obstruct your driving vision. Most vehicles have the top part of the windshield tinted. Mounting...
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Windshield Mounting Clip

    For optimum laser detection, carefully bend the angled portion of the windshield mounting bracket so that the LRD 737 is parallel to the road surface. Be sure the LRD 737 is mounted so it is free of obstructions from seat backs, rear view mirror, sun visors, or the...
  • Page 15: Mounting To The Windshield

    Press and hold the clip release button and insert the windshield clip into the LRD 737. Release the button at the appropriate position. Place the bracket and the LRD 737 in the proper location on the windshield of your vehicle, and press the suction cups firmly...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Power

    Connecting the Power The LRD 737 is designed to operate on most 13.8 VDC negative ground vehicle electrical systems. The power cord provided with the unit has a cigarette lighter socket plug at one end and a small connector at the other.
  • Page 17: Replacing The Fuse

    To replace the fuse, unscrew the top of the plug. Remove the fuse and replace it with the same type. To replace the top, push in the two metal contacts and twist into place. Note: Your LRD 737 comes with an extra fuse.
  • Page 18: Operation

    Turn the volume control to switch on the power. When you power up the LRD 737, it performs a self-test of all its circuits. This test takes several seconds, during which you will hear the different alarm tones and see all the LEDs.
  • Page 19: Memory Retention Feature

    LRD737, it will be in the same mode as when you turned it off. Full Warning When the LRD 737 detects a radar, laser, or safety warning signal, it emits a distinct warning tone and the corresponding alert LEDs ( R, L/L2, or SWS ) will light and blink. The blink rate of the LEDs increases and the signal strength meter LEDs light successively as the signal source comes closer.
  • Page 20: Visual Alert Only Operation

    Visual Alert Only Operation You can operate the LRD 737 in Visual Alert Only by setting the volume control at the minimum position in Full Alert Mode. At this setting you can barely hear the audio alert in a quiet environment. Be sure that the Audio Alert Only indicator is off.
  • Page 21: City Operation

    City Operation In highly populated areas, you may encounter many devices that use the same frequencies as radar signals, such as motion detectors, automatic doors, and intrusion alarms. These devices may trigger an alert called “falsing.” To filter most of the weaker signals and get the most accurate radar signal recognition, press city to turn on the City Mode.
  • Page 22: Led Signal Strength Meter In City Mode

    The Safety Warning System (SWS™) is a new communication system that will provide an early warning when a road hazard exists. The LRD 737 is capable of detecting the SWS signal broadcast on the K-band by either law enforcement or local departments of transportation. The yellow SWS LED lights, while an audible alert sounds.
  • Page 23: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance The LRD 737 is designed to give you years of trouble-free service. There are no user-serviceable parts inside, and, except for the fuse, no maintenance is required. To keep your detector in new condition, follow these important suggestions: Never leave the LRD 737 on the windshield when you park your vehicle.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your LRD 737 does not perform up to expectations, try the suggestions listed below. If you cannot get satisfactory results, call the Uniden Customer Service Center at (800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.
  • Page 25: Specifications

    General Dimensions: Weight: Power Requirements: Temperature Range: Front/Rear Laser Detector Receiver Type: Sensor Front End: Detector Type: Receiver Bandwidth: Spectral Response: Alert Hold Time: Radar Detector Receiver Type: Detector Type: Antenna Type: Sensitivity: Frequency of Operation: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Specifications 3 in.
  • Page 26: Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts

    Straight Power Cord Part#: BWZY015001 (WZ-1015 1700 WP) Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 Hours : M-F 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST. We can also be reached on the web at www.uniden.com Windshield Clip Part#: Suction Clip-GTEC431041B Clip-HBCT354844Z Fuses and Spare Parts...

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