Installation - Cobra ESD-6050 Operating Instructions Manual

Installation

Location Location
Selecting the proper location to mount the
Cobra® ESD-6050 is very important for optimum
performance. Both radar and laser transmissions
pass through glass but not through other
objects. For this reason the Cobra® ESD-6050
lenses must not be blocked. It is best to locate
your detector as low on the front windshield as
possible.
Examples of metal in the windshield area that
can block or weaken incoming radar/laser signals:
1. Windshield wiper blades.
2. Mirrored sun screens.
3. Regular tinted glass does not affect radar
reception, although the darker tint at the
top of the tinted windshield prevents laser
light from penetrating.
4. Heated windshields, currently available as
an option for some Ford® (Instaclear) and
GM® (Electriclear vehicles act as an
impenetrable barrier to radar signals). If in
doubt, check with your dealer to see if this
applies to your vehicle.
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Windshield Mounting
Attach bracket to
1 Attach cups to 2
bracket. windshield.
Attach detector Bend bracket for
3 4
correct detection
to bracket.
angle (if needed).
Do not use the
ESD-6050 to bend
bracket.
Plug power cord Plug power cord
5
6
into detector.
into cigarette lighter.
Installation
Windshield
Mounting
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