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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
P/N 006-0765-00
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  • Page 1 Directional Golden Eagle ® Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0765-00 REV. 0...
  • Page 2 This publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or in part in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without prior written permission of Kustom Signals, Inc., 9325 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS 66215-3347 Customer Service 1-800-835-0156...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction..............1.1 2. Specifications ..............2.1 2.0 General ..............2.1 2.1 Operational ............2.2 3. Inspection & Mounting ..........3.1 3.0 Initial Inspection ..........3.1 3.1 Materials Supplied ..........3.1 3.2 Equipment Mounting .........3.2 4. Unit Description ............4.1 4.0 Front Panel ............4.1 4.1 Rear Panel ............4.4 4.2 Remote Control..........4.5 5.
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7. System Operation ............7.1 7.0 Operating Modes ..........7.1 7.1 Setup ..............7.2 7.2 Stationary Operation ..........7.5 7.3 Moving Operation (Opposite Direction).....7.8 7.4 Moving Operation (Same Direction) ....7.12 7.5 Stopwatch ............7.14 7.6 Speedometer Pulse Operation ......7.16 7.7 Setting Fan Interference Filter Mode....
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS 14. Options ..............14.1 14.0 Options Setup ..........14.1 14.1 Options Descriptions........14.2 14.2 Options Examples .......... 14.4 15. Warranty ..............15.1...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    ® Directional Golden Eagle II units use Digital Signal Processing (DSP), which allows Kustom Signals designers the opportunity to add features such as same direction, fastest vehicle, TruTrak, and the newest directional features that distinguish approaching and receding vehicles. With...

  • Page 7: General

    Section 2--Specifications 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 GENERAL Type: Two piece, Directional Moving/Stationary, True Doppler radar system. Frequency: 33.4 to 36 GHz + .1 GHz (Ka- band) Tuning Forks: Forks stamped with “KSI Ka- Band” are for units with micro- wave frequency 35.5 GHz. Forks for any other Ka-Band frequency will have that frequency clearly labeled on the...

  • Page 8: Operational

    Section 2--Specifications Operating Temperature: -22F to +140F -30C to +60C 90% relative humidity, non- condensing. Dimensions: Counting Unit Height: 1.08" (2.74 cm) Width: 6.50" (16.51 cm) w/o mtg. knobs Depth: 3.75" (9.52 cm) Weight: 15 oz (0.43kg) w/o pwr cord Display Unit Height: 1.75"...
  • Page 9 Section 2--Specifications Patrol/Dist Window: Displays patrol speed in radar mode and distance in stopwatch mode. Target Window: Displays truncated target speed in radar and stopwatch mode. Lock/E.T. Window: Displays locked target speed or Elapsed Time (stopwatch mode) or fastest speed (Fastest Mode). Display Type: High brightness LED Target, Patrol and Lock - .3"...
  • Page 10 Section 2--Specifications Stationary: 10 to 210 MPH 16 to 255 km/h Patrol: Selectable 10 or 20 to 99 MPH 16 or 32 to 159 km/h. Typical patrol maximum speeds to 120 MPH (193 km/h). Target: 10 MPH (16 km/h) minimum, 20 Opposite Direction: MPH (32 km/h) minimum if patrol greater than 40 MPH (64...
  • Page 11 Section 2--Specifications Hold: "HLd" is displayed in target window when system is not transmitting. Controlled by remote control switch. FASTEST: Indicator lights when operator selects fastest mode. Flashes when fastest target is tracked and when fastest target has been locked. STPW/TEST: Indicator lights when in Stopwatch Mode.
  • Page 12 Section 2--Specifications Antenna: Height: 2.52" (6.4 cm) Width: 2.52" (6.4 cm) Depth: 3.75" (9.5 cm) Weight: 14 oz. (0.40 kg) Microwave Source: Gunn Diode Beam Width 12 degrees Power Density: Less than 5 mW/cm Side Lobes: 25 dB below main lobe. Polarization: Circular Receiver:...

  • Page 13: Inspection & Mounting

    Section 3—Inspection & Mounting 3. INSPECTION AND MOUNTING 3.0 INITIAL INSPECTION Before installing your Directional Golden Eagle II, please take a moment to carefully inspect it for damage caused by shipping. Contact the shipping carrier at once if you notice any damage.

  • Page 14: Equipment Mounting

    Available for each Directional Golden Eagle II radar system is an auxiliary power receptacle, which mounts under the dashboard and wires directly to the battery.
  • Page 15 The Directional Golden Eagle II's display panel can be located overhead, on the dashboard or on the radio rack. The logic unit can be located under the dash, in the glove box or under the front seat.
  • Page 16 Signals' isolation kit, P/N 050-0200-00 will eliminate improper grounding. 1. Attach the antenna to the mount. 2. Connect the antenna to the Directional Golden Eagle II's logic unit, front antenna port. Refer to Sec. 4.1 for antenna port location. 3. Connect the Directional Golden Eagle II's power connector to the proper power source.
  • Page 17 Section 3—Inspection & Mounting 5. Momentarily depress the AUDIO then the PAT-SET switch. This places the Directional Golden Eagle II in the unsquelched (audio on) mode. If necessary, depress the AUDIO switch then the RANGE (up) switch to increase the audio level.
  • Page 18 3.2.4 REAR ANTENNA MOUNTING 1. Place the antenna on the rear-mounting bracket. 2. Follow the procedure for determining any fan interference per Sec. 3.2.3, steps 4-6. Set the Directional Golden Eagle II for stationary mode ALL, rear antenna. Stationary Mode Rear Antenna 3.
  • Page 19 Section 3—Inspection & Mounting 2. The bare end of the speedometer pulse cable will be connected to the patrol vehicle’s electrical speedometer input cable using the splice connector provided. Due to the vast number of models, makes, and years of vehicles we have moved access to specific vehicle diagrams online, where information can be better maintained and distributed.

  • Page 20: Unit Description

    AUDIO RANGE POWER STPW DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. A. TARGET SPEED Displays the strongest speed of Window target vehicles in both stationary and moving modes. If a fastest target is Locked, this display will track the fastest speed. Displays calculated target speed in stopwatch mode.
  • Page 21 Section 4—Unit Description E. LOCK/RELEASE Switch used to lock and unlock Switch target and patrol vehicle speeds. In the stopwatch mode, used to start, stop and clear the timing function. F. TEST Switch Switch used to test the internal accuracy and activate displays. G.
  • Page 22 Section 4—Unit Description M. Ambient Light Detects ambient light conditions Detector and adjusts the brightness of displays automatically. N. STPW/TEST On solid indicates in stopwatch Indicator mode. Flashing indicates in test mode. O. IR Window Infrared wireless control window.

  • Page 23: Rear Panel

    Section 4—Unit Description 4.1 REAR PANEL The rear panel of the Directional Golden Eagle II has connectors for two antennas, remote control, RS232 I/O port and Speedometer input cable. In addition, there is a captive power cord attached to the rear panel.

  • Page 24: Remote Control

    FAST FRNT MODE REAR DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. The remote control plugs directly into the back panel's remote jack. This pushbutton switch is used for A. LOCK-RELEASE locking and releasing target and (Start-Stop-Clear patrol speeds. In the stopwatch...
  • Page 25 Section 4—Unit Description This switch is used to activate C. FAST fastest target vehicle mode. Fastest can be operated in one of two methods. See Sec. 14.1.4 for details on setting options. In moving mode this switch selects D. SAME/ either the same direction or OPPOSITE opposite direction mode.

  • Page 26: General Theory Of Operation

    Section 5—General Theory of Operation 5. GENERAL THEORY OF OPERATION 5.0 GENERAL The Directional Golden Eagle II moving radar system transmits a Ka-Band radio frequency in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. A portion of the transmitted signal strikes the surface of the roadway and surrounding terrain and reflects back to the antenna.
  • Page 27 DSP. The Difference Doppler is the speed difference between the patrol vehicle and a vehicle traveling in the same direction. The Directional Golden Eagle II uses its directional determination capabilities to automatically determine if the target vehicle is traveling faster or slower than the patrol vehicle.

  • Page 28: Microwave Emissions

    Section 5—General Theory of Operation 5.1 MICROWAVE RF EMISSIONS Traffic radar operators may have some questions about the biological effects of exposure to the microwave energy produced by the radar devices. According to all credible evidence, the emission levels resulting from traffic radar use pose no threat whatsoever, either to the radar operator or to target vehicle occupants.
  • Page 29 For a free copy of the latest information regarding the safe human exposure standards, please call or write Kustom to request the "RF Emissions Packet." You may contact us at our corporate headquarters: Kustom Signals, Inc. 9325 Pflumm Lenexa, KS 66215-3347 (913) 492-1400 While traffic radar devices do emit microwave energy, the levels are so low that there are no probable harmful effects.

  • Page 30: Testing Procedures

    Section 6—Testing Procedures 6. TESTING PROCEDURES 6.0 GENERAL The internal test and tuning fork tests explained below should be conducted at the beginning and end of each patrol shift to ensure the accuracy and functionality of the unit. The results of these tests may be recorded in a radar log, similar to the log found at the end of this manual.

  • Page 31: Automatic Self Test

    NOTE: The audio and range indications will not be displayed during a manual test. 6.4 ACCURACY TESTING Depress the MODE switch, if necessary, to place the Directional Golden Eagle II in the stationary ALL mode of operation (both direction indicators on). __________________________________________________...

  • Page 32: Tuning Fork Testing

    Momentarily depress the TEST switch. Holding the TEST switch depressed will light all displays. Upon releasing this switch, the Directional Golden Eagle II will complete the internal tests. If these tests pass, the TARGET window will display "PAS" in the TARGET window. If the TEST button is held depressed for greater than 10 seconds, the internal test will proceed as a default condition.
  • Page 33 Tuning fork test tolerance: + 1 MPH (1 km/h). ** Due to the ability of the Directional Golden Eagle II to reject non-directional signals, the operator must place the unit in the TEST mode to read tuning forks.
  • Page 34 80 km/h) tuning fork. The TARGET speed display should indicate the same speed as the tuning fork (55 or 80). NOTE: Since the Directional Golden Eagle II can determine these fork signals are not moving targets, the speeds displayed as a result of the fork tests cannot be LOCKED.
  • Page 35 30, equals 25. (80 km/h minus 45 km/h equals 35 km/h). 6.5.2 SAME DIRECTION TUNING FORK TEST 1. With the Directional Golden Eagle II in the moving mode, depress the Opposite/Same switch on the remote control, placing the unit in the Same-Direction mode.
  • Page 36 Section 6—Testing Procedures 2. Lightly strike the higher of the two tuning forks, 55 MPH, on a hard, non-metallic surface, and place it 1 inch in front of the antenna. Verify that the PATROL display indicates 55. 3. While holding the higher tuning fork in front of the antenna, lightly strike the lower tuning fork, 30 MPH, on a hard, non-metallic surface, and place it approximately 2 inches in front of the antenna.

  • Page 37: Moving Mode Test

    NOTE: Do not move the tuning forks after they have been placed in front of the antenna. 3. Ensure that the Directional Golden Eagle II is not in the HOLD mode and that the RANGE control is at level 6.

  • Page 38: Speedometer Input Synchronization

    Section 6—Testing Procedures 6.7 SPEEDOMETER INPUT SYNCHRONIZATION The initial use of the Directional Golden Eagle II with speedometer pulse input requires the radar unit to be synchronized with the speedometer. 1. After installation and initial testing with tuning forks, the Directional Golden Eagle II should be driven at a constant speed between 30 and 70 MPH (48 and 112 km/h).
  • Page 39 Section 6—Testing Procedures 3. During normal operation, at patrol speeds below the minimum limit, or when a patrol Doppler signal cannot be found, the PATROL window will display two dashes, indicating that speedometer pulses are being received, but a patrol speed cannot be displayed. If, for example, a patrol vehicle is traveling at 50 MPH (80 km/h) by the speedometer but the DSP cannot find any patrol Doppler signal around that speed, two dashes will be displayed in...

  • Page 40: System Operation

    Section 7—System Operation 7. SYSTEM OPERATION 7.0 OPERATING MODES The Directional Golden Eagle II is designed to be the most complete radar system ever developed for law enforcement use. It has 11 different operating modes: 1. Stationary ALL Front Antenna 2.

  • Page 41: Setup

    Kustom Signals urges all operators to have prior training in radar speed monitoring devices. Such courses are offered by Kustom Signals, various state and local agencies and either IPTM (Institute of Police Technology and Management) or Northwestern University.
  • Page 42 "rnG" and the PATROL window will display the current level (1 - 6). Range level 6 is maximum range; range level 1 reduces the Directional Golden Eagle II's range to its minimum distance, typically 250 feet. Depressing the DOWN (AUDIO) or UP (RANGE) switches will decrease or increase the range level.
  • Page 43 Section 7—System Operation 7. Check the status of the fan interference filter by momentarily depressing the RANGE switch. While "rnG" is being displayed, depress the PAT-SET switch to display "FAn" in the TARGET window and either "On" or "OFF" in the LOCK window. Press PAT-SET again to change the status of the filter.

  • Page 44: Stationary Operation

    Section 7—System Operation 7.2 STATIONARY OPERATION 1. Place the unit in the stationary ALL mode. Switch to the desired antenna. Set range to the desired level. (Level 1, target must be very close before the unit will display the target's speed, Level 6, maximum range.) Select Select Antenna...
  • Page 45 LOCK window. 5. The Directional Golden Eagle II will continue to track the violator's speed in the TARGET window as long as the vehicle is in the antenna beam.
  • Page 46 Section 7—System Operation 7.2.1 FASTEST VEHICLE--STATIONARY OPERATION 1. The Directional Golden Eagle II allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold control or Toggle control). See Sec. 14.1.4 for selecting the preferred method. When the fastest mode is activated, the FASTEST directional LEDs will indicate the direction being searched for fastest vehicle.

  • Page 47: Moving Operation (Opposite Direction)

    7.3 MOVING OPERATION (OPPOSITE DIRECTION) 1. Place the Directional Golden Eagle II in the moving mode of operation by depressing the MODE switch until reaching the moving mode as observed by the road graphic indicators. The patrol and an opposite direction indicator should be lit.
  • Page 48 6. To lock the violator's speed, depress the LOCK switch. A short alert tone will be heard and the LOCK window will display the speed of the target vehicle. 7. The Directional Golden Eagle II will continue to track the target and patrol speeds.
  • Page 49 Section 7—System Operation 8. When the patrol vehicle's speed has dropped 10 MPH (16 km/h) or more below the speed when lock was activated, or the antenna selection is changed, the patrol vehicle's speed, at the time of lock, will begin flashing in the PATROL window.
  • Page 50 7.3.1 FASTEST VEHICLE--MOVING OPPOSITE 1. Set up system as in Sec. 7.3, steps 1-4. 2. The Directional Golden Eagle II allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold control or Toggle control). See the section for setting Options (Sec.

  • Page 51: Moving Operation (Same Direction)

    Section 7—System Operation 7.4 MOVING OPERATION (SAME DIRECTION) 1. Place the Directional Golden Eagle II in the moving mode of operation by depressing the MODE switch until reaching the moving mode as observed by the road graphic indicators. Select SAME operation by depressing the SAME/OPP switch on the remote control.
  • Page 52 7.4.1 FASTEST VEHICLE--MOVING SAME- DIRECTION 1. Set up system as in Sec. 7.4, steps 1-4. 2. The Directional Golden Eagle II allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold control or Toggle control). See the section for setting Options (Sec.

  • Page 53: Stopwatch

    Section 7—System Operation 7.5 STOPWATCH 1. To enter the Stopwatch mode, depress the STPW switch. The road graphic indicators will turn off and the STPW/TEST LED indicator will be lit. 2. The LOCK/E.T. (Lock/Elapsed Time) window will display "0.0" and the PATROL/DISTANCE window will display the last distance entered.
  • Page 54 Section 7—System Operation 6. The Directional Golden Eagle II will calculate the average speed of the target vehicle and display the truncated (rounded down) speed in the TARGET window. The elapsed time (rounded up to the nearest tenth second) will be displayed in the LOCK/E.T.

  • Page 55: Speedometer Pulse Operation

    If it is not connected to the speedometer pulse input, it will operate as a standard directional radar. If the Directional Golden Eagle II is connected to the speedometer pulse input, it will operate as a standard directional radar until it detects speedometer pulses.

  • Page 56: Maintenance Mode

    7.8 MAINTENANCE MODE The Directional Golden Eagle II has a maintenance/ configuration mode, which can be used by technicians for diagnosis and troubleshooting. Holding the POWER switch depressed for 5 seconds or longer during power up can access this mode.

  • Page 57: Interference

    1. Heavy rains and blowing dust can cause a scattering effect, which may reduce the effective range of the Directional Golden Eagle II. The patrol speed can also be affected by driving rain. It is recommended that the operator check the patrol speed-reading and the patrol vehicle's speedometer often during rainy periods.

  • Page 58: Man-Made Influences

    See Sec. 8.3. NOTE: If the Directional Golden Eagle II is displaying a low patrol speed due to shadowing, entering and exiting hold quickly should resolve the problem.
  • Page 59 Section 8--Interference NOTE: The Directional Golden Eagle II has special software algorithms that allow the radar to correct a combined reading. If the user suspects that the radar is displaying a combined speed, entering and exiting the Hold Mode quickly should correct the combined reading.
  • Page 60 Section 8--Interference Refer to Sec. 7.7, "Setting Fan Interference Filter Mode". NOTE: Refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Basic Training Program in RADAR Speed Measurement, June 1991, for further information on interferences and training guides.

  • Page 61: Groundspeed

    The Directional Golden Eagle II will always look for and display groundspeed before displaying any targets. The groundspeed radar signature is unlike any target or interference signal.
  • Page 62 Section 8--Interference Operating moving radar in the rain and snow requires the operator to pay close attention to the patrol speed. Since rain, fog and snow may affect the ability of the radar system to find groundspeed, the operator must verify that the radar's patrol speed and the patrol vehicle's speedometer agree within allowable limits.

  • Page 63: Recommended Care & Maintenance

    Section 9—Recommended Care & Maintenance 9. RECOMMENDED CARE & MAINTENANCE 9.0 CARE OF THE RADAR UNIT The Directional Golden Eagle II radar system is designed for long, reliable use by law enforcement agencies. Following basic care guidelines will ensure the unit gives many years of trouble-free service.
  • Page 64 Receiver diode degradation has no effect on the unit's accuracy, but will result in unsatisfactory target range. 7. Kustom Signals recommends periodic maintenance of the Directional Golden Eagle II radar system. Check with your local service center and judicial district for requirements.

  • Page 65: Case Law

    Since the Directional Golden Eagle II is a Doppler based traffic radar system, some older case law is presented because of its significance to the acceptance of the Doppler principles as well as the basic requirements of the tuning fork test and operator training.
  • Page 66 Section 10--Case Law The court held and took judicial notice of the accuracy of Doppler radar in both the stationary and moving modes of operation. Reference E -- Samuel Knight vs. State of New York Superior Court. 72 N.Y. 2d 481, 530 N.E. 2d 1273 (1988). The court ruled that a trained operator, who properly tested the radar, observed the traffic and checked the patrol speed against the patrol vehicle's speedometer, can accurately...
  • Page 67 Section 11—FCC Licensing 11. FCC LICENSING 11.0 FCC - TRANSMITTER RULES AMENDED The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has amended its rules to eliminate the required annual measurement of transmitter power, frequency and modulation and to specify transmitter power in terms of output power for licensees in the Public Safety, Industrial and Land Transportation Radio Services.

  • Page 68: Fcc Licensing

    Section 11—FCC Licensing 11.1 FCC - RADAR UNIT LICENSING AMENDED (PART 90) The Commission has eliminated the requirement for local governmental entities licensed in the Public Safety Radio services to obtain a separate authorization for radar speed detection devices. This change reduces paperwork for the Commission's licensing staff and for police and other local government units, which no longer have to apply for new radar authorizations or modify or renew existing licenses and may...
  • Page 69 Section 12—Troubleshooting 12. TROUBLESHOOTING If an operating difficulty is encountered, check the following list of possible problems and solutions before returning the unit to the factory or local Service Center. Problem Possible Solution No Power Indication Check for proper voltage at cigarette plug.

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting

    Section 12—Troubleshooting No target speeds Test switch must be depressed before during tuning fork tuning fork test can be run. test Verify that RANGE control is set to level six (6). Verify the desired antenna is selected. Verify the unit is NOT in the HOLD mode.
  • Page 71 Section 12—Troubleshooting No target readings in Verify that the unit is NOT in the stationary mode HOLD mode. Verify the range control is set properly. Verify the desired antenna is selected. Verify the antenna is aimed properly and the target is within range of the radar.
  • Page 72 Section 12—Troubleshooting No patrol speed (unit Weather conditions (heavy rain, not in lock) (cont) snow or fog) may affect the ability to pick up groundspeed. Verify the patrol speed is above the minimum patrol speed setting and below 100 MPH (160 km/h). To check the setting, press PAT- SET switch.
  • Page 73 Section 12—Troubleshooting No target readings in Verify that the unit is NOT in the moving mode HOLD mode. Verify the range control is set properly. Verify the desired antenna is selected. Verify the proper patrol speed is being displayed. Verify the desired moving mode (opposite or same direction) is selected.
  • Page 74 Section 12—Troubleshooting Speedometer input will Verify unit is not in HOLD. not synchronize Verify the speedometer input cable is connected properly. Verify the remote control is connected properly. Patrol speed must be between 30-70 MPH (48-112 km/h) (Refer to Sec. 6.7). If above tests fail, remove speedometer input cable from rear panel and depress TEST...
  • Page 75 Strong fan interference will reduce the operating range of the Directional Golden Eagle II. Refer to Sections 7.1 and 7.7 for information on the fan interference filter. NOTE: Use of the shielded...
  • Page 76 Section 12—Troubleshooting Intermittent Readings Weather conditions (heavy rain, (cont) snow or fog) may affect the Directional Golden Eagle II's ability to pick up proper groundspeed or the target vehicle. Verify vehicle electrical influences. (See "Short Range" listed above.) Fan interference Place unit in stationary mode.
  • Page 77 Section 13—Directional Operational Supplement 13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.0 DIRECTIONAL OPERATION The Directional Golden Eagle II uses state-of-the-art electronic processing to determine the direction of travel of target vehicles. This additional information aids the officer in better target identification. This can be done by displaying the direction of travel with the motorist speed or by selecting the direction of vehicles to be displayed.

  • Page 78: Directional Operational Supplement

    Section 13—Directional Operational Supplement 13.1 STATIONARY ROAD GRAPHIC Front Front Receding Approaching Not active in Stationary modes. Represents the officers vehicle. Rear Rear Receding Approaching 13.2 MOVING MODE ROAD GRAPHIC Moving Opposite Same Direction Front Front On solid (GREEN) indictes Moving Mode Represents the officers vehicle...

  • Page 79: Test Mode

    POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. Pressing the TEST button places the radar in test mode, which is indicated by the flashing STPW/TEST LED. While in test mode, the radar will display all speeds, both moving targets and non-moving targets such as tuning forks. The unit will remain in test mode for 30 seconds.

  • Page 80: Stationary Operation

    POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. To monitor traffic in both directions (the Directional Golden Eagle II will automatically indicate which direction the strongest and fastest vehicles are traveling), repeatedly depress the remote’s MODE switch until “ALL” is displayed in the PATROL window.
  • Page 81 POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. To activate the stationary, approaching targets only mode, repeatedly depress the MODE switch on the handheld remote control until “APr” appears in the PATROL display. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Approaching mode (“APr”) the TARGET SPEED display will indicate...
  • Page 82 STPW POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. To place the unit in the stationary mode, monitoring receding traffic, repeatedly depress the remote control’s MODE switch until “rEc” is displayed in the PATROL window. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Receding mode, “rEc”, the TARGET SPEED display will indicate the...

  • Page 83: Moving Mode Operation

    TARGET SPEED display. NOTE: The Directional Golden EAGLE II does not require any input from the operator in Same- Direction mode. The unit will automatically...
  • Page 84 Section 13—Directional Operational Supplement Same-Direction “FASTEST” If the Fastest feature is activated, the same direction fastest road LED indicator will be on solid until a fastest, same direction vehicle is detected, which is also faster than the PATROL vehicle’s speed. After detection, the same direction fastest indicator will flash and the fastest vehicle speed will be displayed in the LOCK/E.T.
  • Page 85 POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. When operating the radar in Moving Opposite mode, the patrol vehicle and moving opposite road indicator will be on solid and the strongest vehicle speed will be presented in the TARGET SPEED display.

  • Page 86: Fastest Locking

    POWER DIRECTIONAL GOLDEN EAGLE II KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC. If the Lock button is pressed while tracking a fastest vehicle, the fastest speed will be locked in the LOCK/E.T. display and the fastest tracking will move to the TARGET SPEED window. After lock, both LOCK/E.T. display and fastest indicator will flash together.

  • Page 87: Options

    Section 14—Options 14. OPTIONS 14.0 OPTIONS SETUP The Directional Golden EAGLE II allows the operator to change certain operating parameters of the unit. The following is a list of the available parameters. Each has a number after the option. An example will be given to instruct the operator how to change the unit.

  • Page 88: Options Descriptions

    14.1.2 MINIMUM AUDIO LEVEL The Directional Golden Eagle II defaults to allow the audio level to be to 0 (audio off). If it is required that the audio cannot be turned off, add 4 to the Options total. *Due to state regulations, this option cannot be turned off in some units.
  • Page 89 Section 14—Options 14.1.4 FASTEST OPERATION The Directional Golden Eagle II offers two modes of fastest operation. The default mode is push and hold; in this mode fastest is active for as long as the operator holds down the FAST switch and for 2 seconds after it is released. The alternate mode is toggle;...

  • Page 90: Options Examples

    Section 14—Options 14.2 OPTIONS EXAMPLES Using the above options list, add all the numbers for the options you want active. NOTE: default options, such as MPH and Patrol Blank, have a value of zero (0). To enter the Options Menu mode, power the unit off, then press and hold the POWER switch until the power-on sequence stops.
  • Page 91 (2) years from date of delivery to the Owner or Lessee. • This Warranty applies only to the original registered Owner or Lessee on file at Kustom Signals, Inc., and cannot be assigned or transferred to a third party.

  • Page 92: Warranty

    Operator’s Manual, and shall not apply to Equipment which has been defaced or damaged through normal usage. • The liability of Kustom Signals, Inc., if any, with respect to the equipment, shall be limited as provided in this Warranty. Kustom Signals, Inc. disclaims any obligation or liability for...
  • Page 93 Index Subject Page Accuracy................2.1 Audio Control ............3.5, 4.2, 7.3 Case Law ..............10.1, 10.2 Connectors ................4.4 Displays--Function...............4.1 --Size................2.3 Equipment Supplied .............3.1 Fan Interference ..3.5, 3.6, 7.4, 7.12, 7.16, 8.2, 8.3, 12.7, 12.8 Fastest Vehicle ....... 2.5, 4.2, 4.6, 7.7, 7.11, 7.13 FCC Requirements ............
  • Page 94 Index Subject Page Modes--Moving--Opposite...........7.8 Moving--Same............7.12 Stationary ..............7.5 Stopwatch............... 7.14 Moving ..............See Modes Power--Receptacle, Auxiliary..........3.2 Requirements............2.1 Range Control............... 4.2, 7.3 Remote Control..............4.5 Set-Up .................7.2 Specifications--General............2.1 Operational...............2.2 Speed Ranges..............2.3, 2.4 Speedometer Input—Installation ..........3.7 Operation..............7.16 Synchronization............6.9 Stationary..............See Modes Stopwatch ..............See Modes Switches--Display Unit ............4.1 Audio ...............4.2 Lock/Release ............4.2...
  • Page 95 Index Subject Page Switches--Remote Control ...........4.5 Fastest ..............4.6 Front/Rear ..............4.6 Hold .................4.5 Lock/Release ............4.5 Mode ................4.6 Same/Opposite ............4.6 Testing.................6.1 Automatic Self-Test ..........2.2, 6.2 Failure................6.8 Manual ................6.2 Power-On ...............6.1 Speedometer............6.9, 7.16 Tuning Fork--Moving, Opposite........6.5 Moving, Same ............6.7 Stationary ..............6.5 Theory of Operation .............5.1 Tracking History ............
  • Page 96 For additional mounting suggestions, please contact the Kustom Signals Customer Service Department. Kustom Signals cannot accept any liability for equipment, which has been mounted in conflict with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendation for proper airbag deployment.
  • Page 97 _____________ UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ON DUTY TEST OFF DUTY TEST FORK/ DRIVE/ FORK/ DRIVE/ DATE TEST SIGN TEST SIGN COMMENTS READ RADAR READ RADAR...

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