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- Page 1 BELTRONICS 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800-341-2288 Canada 800-268-3994 www.beltronics.com ©2004 Beltronics Designed and Manufactured In Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice. Model V945...
- Page 2 Owner’s Manual D I G I T A L R A D A R L A S E R S A F E T Y D E T E C T O R 945 945...
- Page 3 Congratulations is an advanced radar/laser/safety V945 detector from BELTRONICS - the technology leader. includes X, K V945 and Super Wideband Ka radar detection, front and rear laser detection and alerts to the Safety Warning System. In addition, includes: V945 • 9 Digital Voice Messages (X, K, Ka,...
- Page 4 Detachable Quick Reference Card VECTOR 945 Out-of-the-box, these features can be customized to your driving preference (see reverse side for programming instructions). Operating VECTOR 945 Operating Mode: Normal – power up test sequence when turned on and identify all alerts with Text Message and Digital Voice.
- Page 5 Detachable Quick Reference Card Remove card along perforations Quick Reference Card VECTOR 945 Operating Mode/Press and hold PWR button when unit is ON. NORMAL *Standard, displays all information plus lengthy power up test sequence. MODS *Full power-up test sequence followed by Features...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Quick Overview Installation • Power Connection • Mounting Location • Windshield /Visor Mounting Controls and Features • Power up Test Sequence/ Operating Mode • Tutorial Mode • Set and Forget Memory • Reset to Factory Settings • Dark Button • Audio Button •... -
Page 7: Quick Overview
To begin using your VECTOR 945 just follow these simple steps 1 Plug the angled end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector. Plug the opposite end into the cigarette barrel; plug this portion into your vehicles lighter socket. -
Page 8: Quick Overview
RADAR ANTENNA AND LASER LENS The rear lens of your V945 a clear view of the road ahead. For best performance, do not mount the directly behind windshield wipers or tinted areas. Page 6 ALPHANUMERIC TEXT DISPLAY ’s display will show Highway, V945 AutoScan , City X or City All as its... -
Page 9: Installation
In case your vehicle has continues power, remember to remove power cord from lighter socket when unit is not in use. Installation MOUNTING LOCATION WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways mounted. It is important that you mount where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident. -
Page 10: Windshield /Visor Mounting
WINDSHIELD MOUNTING Remove the mounting bracket cover on top of the unit by pressing on the raised dots and pushing outward. Store the cover in a safe place. Clean the selected windshield area, position the suction-cup mount on the windshield, and press firmly on each suction cup to secure it in place. -
Page 11: Controls And Features
POWER-UP TEST SEQUENCE/ START-UP MODE Press the PWR button to turn the unit ON. Depending upon the Operating Mode selected, the power up test sequence and confirmation of Radar/Laser/SWS will be relayed to you as follows: NORMAL (Factory Pre-Set Mode) A lengthy, power up test sequence that displays audio and text messages for laser, Ka, K, X and Safety Warning... -
Page 12: Tutorial Mode
TUTORIAL MODE The Tutorial Mode allows you to become more familiar with all audible and visual alerts. The message “TUTORIAL” appears in the display followed by the audio and corresponding Text Message for “LASER”, “Ka AUDIO”, “K AUDIO”, “X AUDIO”, sample Radar alert and “SAFETY WARNING SYSTEM SAMPLE ALERTS”. -
Page 13: Audio Button
You’ll notice an “As ” (AutoScan (Highway mode), “Cx ” (City mode) or “CA” (City ALL) remains dim to confirm your unit is receiving power. To return to a full bright setting, press the DARK button a third time; two “beeps” confirm this selection. -
Page 14: Controls And Features
Highway Select Highway mode when traveling in rural or highway environments for maximum X, K, Super Wideband Ka sensitivity. City X Mode Select City X mode when traveling in moderate city conditions of travel, and some level of X band filtration is required. Once engaged, weak X band signals encountered will produce no audible alert until the signal strength reaches a preset... -
Page 15: Programming
WHICH SELECTABLE FEATURES CAN I PROGRAM? The following features may be changed depending upon your driving environment and preference. 1. AutoMute ON or OFF 2. Radar/Laser/ SWS ™ Digital Voice or Tone 3. Safety Warning System ON/OFF ® 4. Audio/Visual Scroll Rate FAST or SLOW 5. - Page 16 Feature 1 – AutoMute On or Off With “Am u t e o n ”, your unit will provide several X, K or Super Wideband Ka audio alerts followed by the Digital Voice announcement of the signal detected. After the Digital Voice announcement, a “clicking”...
- Page 17 Feature 5 – Inverted Display Feature When selected, your unit can be mounted to the visor using the hook & loop fastener upside down and the display will remain right reading. “Upside down” mounting may allow for easier access to the unit’s functions. Note: Inverted display is ON when the check mark symbol is FLASHING;...
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Page 18: Technical Details
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS Operating Bands • X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz • K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz • Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz • Laser 904nm Radar Receiver/Detector Type • Superheterodyne, GaAs FET VCO • Scanning Frequency Discriminator •... -
Page 19: Interpreting Alerts
INTERPRETING ALERTS Although the is a comprehensive V945 warning system and this handbook is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your and how to interpret V945 what it tells you. The specific type of radar being used, the type of transmission ALERT begins to sound slowly, then... - Page 20 ALERT receives weak signals. These signals V945 may be a little stronger as you pass large, roadside objects. The signals increase in frequency. alerts slowly for awhile and then V945 abruptly jumps to a strong alert. alerts intermittently. Rate and V945 strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly.
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Page 21: How Radar Works
HOW RADAR WORKS Traffic radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in straight lines and is easily reflected by objects such as cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by directing its microwave beam down the road. As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave beam bounces off your car, and the radar antenna looks for the reflections. -
Page 22: How Laser Works
HOW LASER (LIDAR) WORKS Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging). LIDAR guns project a beam of invisible infrared light. The signal is a series of very short infrared light energy pulses, which move, in a straight line, reflecting off your car and returning to the gun. -
Page 23: How Safety Radar Works
HOW SAFETY RADAR WORKS Safety Warning System , or SWS™, uses a ® modified K-band radar signal. The SWS™ safety radar system is comprised of five categories. The SWS™ message categories are listed on the facing page. From the factory, your V945 programmed with SWS™... -
Page 24: Technical Details
List of Safety Warning System Alerts CATEGORY 1 Highway Construction of Maintenance “ ” Highway Work CATEGORY 2 Highway Hazard Zone Advisory “ HazardZone ” CATEGORY 3 Weather Related Hazards “ ” Weather CATEGORY 4 Travel Information/Convenience “ ” TravelInfo CATEGORY 5 Fast/Slow Moving Vehicles “... -
Page 25: Service
PROBLEM beeps briefly at the same V945 location every day, but no radar source is in sight. does not seem sensitive V945 to radar or laser. did not alert when a V945 police car was in view. did not provide a Safety V945 signal while within range of an emergency vehicle. - Page 26 PROBLEM bounces or sags on V945 windshield. ’s power-on sequence V945 reoccurs while you are driving. Your 14-year old son has changed all 7 of the Programming options. will not turn on. V945 feels very warm. V945 Troubleshooting SOLUTION • is not making contact with the windshield to V945 provide stability.
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Page 27: Explanation Of Displays
Sensitivity control is in AutoScan, display is in Dark mode (page 9) Sensitivity control is in Highway mode, display is in Dark mode (page 9) Sensitivity control is in City X mode, display is in Dark mode (page 9) HwyWork One of five Safety Warning System Caution has detected a Safety Radar Signal, but the signal isn’t yet strong... -
Page 29: Service
OUT OF WARRANTY REPAIRS For out of warranty repairs, include prepayment in the amount you were quoted by the Beltronics Customer Service Representative. If the detector has been damaged, abused or modified, the repair cost will be calculated on a parts and labor basis. -
Page 30: Registration
Register online: www. beltronics .com... -
Page 32: Warranty And Accessories
The sole responsibility of BELTRONICS under this Warranty is limited to either repair or, at the option of BELTRONICS, replacement of the detector. There V945 are no expressed or implied warranties, including those of fitness for a particular...