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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 1
THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
25 Industrial Ave.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
P/N 1750/1760/1765MAN, © WHISTLER 2002
OWNER'S MANUAL
1750/1760/1765
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
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- Page 1 1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 1 THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N.
- Page 2 • High Visibility Display - a digital display with safety messages to you informed while you drive. • Real Voice™ - (1750 only) allows you to keep your eyes on the road. • Digital Compass - (1760, 1765 only) provides cardinal points and direction in 5 degree increments.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Model Features Summary ...3 - 5 Installation...6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement • Compass Calibration Set-up Operation...10 - 18 • Power On And Self-Test •... - Page 4 1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 7 WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special feature s include: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord.
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Page 5: Installation
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 9 INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield. Unit must be level for compass to function p ro p e r l y. (Models 1760/1765 only) •... -
Page 6: Compass Calibration Set-Up
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 11 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 ro a d . -
Page 7: Operation
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 13 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. • Press Power or apply Power. Display reads:... - Page 8 1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 15 OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig- nal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 sec- onds will resume at level (1).
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Page 9: Dim/Dark Mode
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 17 OPERATION Dim/Dark Mode Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. • P ress and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. Display re a d s : •... -
Page 10: Option Select Mode 7
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 19 OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Compass Select, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the or quiet must be pressed within 20 sec- onds or options mode will automatically be exited. -
Page 11: Teach/Tutorial Mode
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 21 OPERATION Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. • Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release. Display reads: Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tutorial mode is engaged. • Press Power to exit. -
Page 12: Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 23 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: Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters. -
Page 13: Reset Features
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 25 RESET FEATURES Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings. • Unplug Power Cord from unit. • Press and hold Power and Quiet. • Plug Power Cord into unit. • Wait for 2 beeps. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide
P R O B L E M : No display or audio. • Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. -
Page 15: Speed Monitoring Technologies
For best protection, keep these points in mind: • Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s p r i m a ry targets, mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can i m p rove laser detection at short range. -
Page 16: Warranty Information
1201 North Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR. 72756 I M P O RTA N T: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. There f o re, please ship your unit insured with re t u rn receipt re q u e s t e d . -
Page 17: Specifications
(if applicable). Consumer Relations If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detector, or re q u i re service during or after the w a rranty period, please call Consumer Relations at 1-800-531-0004. Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. -
Page 18: Accessories
1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 35 ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store at www.whistlergroup.com Order Description Code 202138 Visor Bracket 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug...