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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 1605 RADAR DETECTOR...
- Page 2 If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT Please keep the receipt in a safe place. If the unit is returned without a dated proof of purchase, an out of warranty service charge applies.
- Page 3 Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience. Your new Whistler 1605 radar detector detects all radar and safety radar systems. Your Whistler detector includes many preferred features. It offers dectection of the new Safety Warning System™...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Model Features Summary ...3 - 4 Installation ...5 - 7 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation ...8 - 10 • Power On And Self-Test • Feature Engaged Confirmation •... -
Page 5: Model Features Summary
WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler 1605 Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power/Volume Control – Turns unit on/off and adjusts audio level. - Page 6 WHISTLER FEATURES 6. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord. 7. Radar Antenna – Compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals. 8. Mounting Bracket Location – Slot holds mounting bracket firmly. Accessories Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.
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Page 7: Installation
INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield. • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir- rored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal sur- faces which can affect radar signals and reduce critical warn- ing time. - Page 8 INSTALLATION shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove the detector before bending. Dash Mounting • Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes. •...
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Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION Visor Mounting (optional accessory) • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot. • Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is relatively level and has a clear view of the road. Slide on view Insert into bracket mounting slot. -
Page 10: Operation
OPERATION Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto- matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional. During Power Up, all the LEDs illuminate, while the X, K, and Ka alerts are sounded in sequence. -
Page 11: Quiet Modes
OPERATION Quiet Mode The QUIET Button accesses one of two muting options. • Manual Quiet: When an audio alert is sounded, you can silence the alarm by pressing QUIET. The only time you can engage/disengage Manual Quiet is during an audio alert. -
Page 12: City Mode
OPERATION City Mode Whistler’s City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. • Press City to engage City. Display reads: • Pressing City a second time cancels City Mode. - Page 13 RADAR ALERT Radar Audio And Visual Alerts When your Whistler detector encounters traffic radar, it pro- vides a distinctive audio tone for the specific radar band detected: X, K, or Ka. At the same time, LEDs illuminate sequentially from left to right (see page 8). The green and...
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Page 14: Radar Alerts
“off” until activated to measure the speed of a targeted vehicle. When a pulse type transmission is detected, your Whistler detec- tor sounds an urgent 3-second audio warning and flashes the red LEDs at their fastest rate. After the 3-second pulse alert, the stan- dard alert pattern continues for as long as the signal is present. -
Page 15: Care And Maintenance
CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide
PROBLEM: No display or audio. • Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. • Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary. -
Page 17: Are Detectors Legal
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! When used in automobiles or light trucks, radar detectors are legal in almost every state. Exceptions are Virginia and Washington, D.C., which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle. Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the Federal Highway Administration (FHwA) issued a regulation, effective January, 1994 which prohibits radar detector use in these... -
Page 18: Speed Monitoring Technologies
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain frequencies which reflect off objects and are then picked up by the radar gun’s receiving section. When a radar beam reflects off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift occurs. -
Page 19: Other Speed Detection Systems
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar are used to measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include: • Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed. -
Page 20: Warranty Information
All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to one year. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product. The warranty card pro- vided with your detector must be returned in order to validate your warranty. - Page 21 WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed: • Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), and a daytime telephone number, (No P .O.
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Page 22: Warranty Information
VISA; personal checks are not accepted. In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum $25.00 service fee, you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service spe- cialist who will outline options available to you. If you elect not to have your unit repaired/replaced, it will be returned to you along with your certified check or money order. -
Page 23: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS • Dimensions: 1.25"H x 2.7"W x 3.9"L • Weight: 5.5 oz. • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band) 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band ) 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband) • Operating Temperature Range: -20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F) •... -
Page 24: Accessories
ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004. Order Description Code 202138 Visor Bracket 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug (Requires 206550 or 206551) 206550 *Modular Straight Power Cord (5') (Requires 206294) 206551... - Page 25 NOTES...
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- Page 28 TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 P/N 1605MANW/0AQ, WHISTLER 2000...