Cobra ESD-9220 WX Operating Instructions Manual

9 band extra sensory detection radar/laser detector

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Operating Instructions for your Cobra®
9 Band® Extra Sensory Detection®
Radar/Laser Detector
Model ESD-9220 WX
Nothing comes close to a Cobra™

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions for your Cobra® 9 Band® Extra Sensory Detection® Radar/Laser Detector Model ESD-9220 WX Nothing comes close to a Cobra™...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    RADAR/LASER DETECTOR available today. This booklet contains instructions and information designed so that you will be able to understand how the Cobra® ESD-9220 WX works and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used. Enjoy your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX Radar/Laser Detector and drive safely.
  • Page 3: Controls & Indicators

    Controls and Indicators On/Off Volume Control Mute Button Dim Button Highway/City/Wx Channel Step Button Weather Button Audio Alerts Speaker Band Indicators LaserEye® Signal Strength LEDs Windshield Bracket Mount 12V DC Power Jack Audio Jack Thank you for purchasing the Cobra® ESD-9220 WX Radar/Laser Detector.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    ESD Radar/Laser Detector Contents Introduction...A1 Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators...A2 Our Thanks to You...A3 Customer Support...A3 Features ...1 Installation ...2 Quick Start...5 LED Displays...6 Operation...9 Turning On ...9 Dim Button ...10 Highway/City Mode...11 Muting Mode ...12 Memory Set ...12 Weather Radio ...13...
  • Page 5: Installation

    For this reason the Cobra® ESD-9220 WX lenses must not be blocked. It should have a view of the rear window to take advantage of LaserEye® 360˚ detection. It is best to locate your detector as low on the front windshield as possible.
  • Page 6: Quick Start

    Remember: Without the means to adjust the angle of the detector (when mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX has a level, clear view of the road Plug power cord into before you attach the hook detector.
  • Page 7: Led Displays

    Quick Start Set Display Set Display Brightness Brightness Select from three levels of LED brightness for your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX display: Bright, Dim and Dark. LED Displays Note A three level display PRESS & brightness is provided for RELEASE dusk or night driving. For...
  • Page 8: Turning On

    The ESD-9220 WX however, will still monitor for that station to return. If, after 5 minutes the station is not received, “ Weather Alert Off” will be heard and the ESD-9220 WX will Wx button again to turn off stop monitoring.Weather Alert can then be reset by turning on the Weather Radio and finding a different weather station.
  • Page 9: Dim Button

    Operation Turning Turning On Your ESD-9220 WX On Your ESD-9220 WX Plug power cord into detector. Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to the left (away from you). In both Tone and Voice Modes, the unit will announce “Testing” , followed by three beeps. This confirms Power ON.
  • Page 10: Highway/City Mode

    Press and release The ESD-9220 WX wil retain A double beep confirms Highway Mode. the chosen Mode while OFF. Muting Mode The ESD-9220 WX offers two Mute Modes; Auto and Manual. To switch between these Modes: Auto Mode PRESS & PRESS &...
  • Page 11: Weather Radio

    The ESD-9220 WX however, will still monitor for that station to return. If, after 5 minutes the station is not received, “ Weather Alert Off” will be heard and the ESD-9220 WX will stop monitoring.Weather Alert can then be reset by turning on the Weather Radio and finding a different weather station.
  • Page 12: Detection

    Speaker laser signals: LTI 20-20, Ultra Lyte and ProLaser), VG-2, and Safety/Strobe Alert™ signals. Voice Alert™ The ESD-9220 WX will also announce the reception City/ of these signals with the statement,”Be careful...X Alert, K Alert, Ka Alert, Laser Alert,VG-2 Alert®, Emergency Vehicle Approaching, Road Hazard Ahead,Train Approaching,Weather Alert.”...
  • Page 13: Vg-2 Undetectable

    VG-2 Alert ® VG-2 Undetectable The Cobra® ESD-9220 WX is undetectable by police VG-2 detection devices. It will alert you when one is in use near your vehicle. During this time, the unit is still on full alert and able to detect other signals.
  • Page 14: Radar/Vg-2/Laser Alerts

    Cobra® Most likely a false radar source. Exercise Caution. ESD-9220 WX is designed to differentiate between a standard K-band alert and a Safety Alert® warning. Use Full Caution. There are no false laser signals.
  • Page 15: Radar Frequencies

    They are: X Band (10.525 GHz), K Band (24.150 GHz) Ka Band (33.400-36.000 GHz) Your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX can detect signals in all three radar bands including photo radar and STALKER radar which use the Ka band, and Cobra®’s Safety Alert® signals on the K band.
  • Page 16: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A. FREQUENCIES 1. X BAND 2 . K BAND 3. Ka BAND 4. VG-2 5. Safety Alert® 6. LTI 20-20 Laser 7. Strobe Alert™ 8. Ultra Lyte Laser 9. ProLaser 10. Weather Channels B. UNIT DIMENSIONS 1.50”W x 3.25”...
  • Page 17: Optional Accessories

    Straight 12V Power Cord Curled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Subtotal (Tax if applicable) Shipping/handling $4.00 Total Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to: Cobra Electronics 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 USA Attn: Accessories Dept. State Exp. Date...
  • Page 18: If You Think You Need Service

    4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material. 5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 USA.

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