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Whistler 1650 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
1650 Series
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 1650 Series LASER/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 CST 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 The comprehensive safety system detects all safety radar including the Safety Warning System™ keeping you informed of road hazards and adverse weather. Whistler’s 1650 Series also offers a dig- ital display with safety messages to keep you informed while you drive.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Model Features Summary ...3 - 5 Installation ...6 - 8 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation ...9 - 12 • Power On And Self-Test • Feature Engaged Confirmation •...

  • Page 5: Model Features Summary

    WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler 1650 Series 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 Jack – Provides connection for the power cord.
  • Page 6 WHISTLER FEATURES 6. CITY Button – Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas. 7. DARK/VG-2 Button – Reduces illumination of display to “dim” or “dark” settings. Press and hold (for two sec- onds) to engage or disengage VG-2.
  • Page 7 Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and your vehicle’s lighter socket. Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your vehicle’s windshield. Hook & Loop Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level dashboard. Certain 1650 Series radar detectors include additional accessories.

  • Page 8: 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 and laser signals and reduce crit- ical warning time.
  • Page 9 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. •...
  • Page 10 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 11: 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. • Turn Power/Volume control clockwise. Display reads: WHISTLER SAFETY LASER HIGHWAY Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.
  • Page 12 OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet shortens the tone for the selected audio approximately 3 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig- nal is detected. The shorter tone will resume for any new signal within 20 seconds. Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or laser alerts.

  • Page 13: Highway Mode

    OPERATION City Mode Whistler’s City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of auto- matic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. • Press City to engage City. Display reads: CITY • Pressing City a second time cancels City. Display reads:...

  • Page 14: Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

    OPERATION Engaging VG-2 The Option Select Mode allows you to engage or disengage VG-2 Detection. • Press and hold Dark for two seconds. Display reads: VG2 ON • Pressing Dark a second time disengages VG2. Display reads: VG2 OFF VG-2 must be engaged each time your detector is turned Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off.

  • Page 15: Radar, Laser And Vg-2 Alerts

    RADAR/LASER ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source. Example: Ka Band Detected Display...
  • Page 16 SAFETY RADAR ALERTS In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter- like. Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor Road Surface: CAUTION POOR ROAD SURFACE Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters.

  • Page 17: Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

    LASER ALERTS / VG-2 ALERTS Laser Audio/Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and sig- nal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. Example: LASER The more “ “ the closer the laser source. VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides”...

  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: Are Detectors Legal

    ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Similarly, 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 regula- tions restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle.

  • Page 21: Speed Monitoring Technologies

    For best protection, keep these points in mind: • Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets, mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range. • Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through. If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detector won’t...

  • Page 22: Other Speed Detection Systems

    SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser 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 23: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty The 1650 Series Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modi- fied, installed improperly, if the housing has been removed, or if the serial number is missing.
  • Page 24 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.

  • Page 25: Warranty Information

    • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improper- ly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty serv- ice, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Service Under Warranty”...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS • Dimensions: 1.1"H x 2.9"W x 4.5"L • Weight: 6.5 oz. • Laser Wavelength: 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band) 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band ) 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband) •...

  • Page 27: 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 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 203142, © WHISTLER 2000...

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