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Whistler 1780 Owner's Manual

Whistler laser/radar detector owner's manual 1780
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1780
10/4/00
9:26 AM
Page 1
THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
25 Industrial Ave.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
P/N 1780MAN, © WHISTLER 2000
OWNER'S MANUAL
1780
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
TM

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  • Page 1 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 P/N 1780MAN, © WHISTLER 2000 OWNER’S MANUAL 1780 LASER/RADAR DETECTOR...
  • Page 2 Warning System™ keeping you informed of road hazards and adverse weather. Plus, Whistler’s unique Stay Alert™ fea- ture tests driver’s alertness on long solo trips. Whistler’s 1780 also offers a digital display with safety messages to keep you informed while you drive, and a memo feature that allows you to record important dates, numbers or directions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Accessories ...32 Accessory Order Form...33 WHISTLER FEATURES Page Whistler 1780 Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord.
  • Page 4 1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 7 WHISTLER FEATURES 6. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir- mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation. 7. Quiet/Menu/Record Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which auto- matically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting.

  • Page 5: Installation

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 9 INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield. • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir- rored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal sur- faces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce crit- ical warning time.

  • Page 6: Operation

    Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse. 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.

  • Page 7: Memory/Beep Confirmation

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 13 OPERATION Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) are retained in memory. Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”. Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low to high, in nine steps: (0) is no audio level, (8) the highest.

  • Page 8: Dim/Dark Mode

    Page 15 OPERATION City/City 1/City 2 Mode Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. • Press City to engage City. Display reads: CITY •...

  • Page 9: Stay Alert

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 17 OPERATION Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert- ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • Press and hold City for approximately 2 seconds. Release the button during or immediately following the alert given.

  • Page 10: Teach/Tutorial Mode

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 19 OPERATION Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. • Press City and (Quiet) simultaneously and release. Display reads: TEACH Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tutorial mode is engaged. • Press (Power/Play) to exit.

  • Page 11: Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 21 OPERATION To exit Memo mode: • Press memo button and release. The unit will beep twice. NOTE: Memo mode automatically exits within 20 seconds if a button is not pressed. Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off.

  • Page 12: Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM 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...

  • Page 13: Reset Features

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM 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

    PROBLEM: No display or audio. • Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. • Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary.

  • 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 primary targets, mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range. • Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through. If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detector won’t...

  • Page 16: Warranty Information

    All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to one year. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improper- ly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty serv- ice, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Service Under Warranty”...

  • Page 18: Accessories

    1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 35 ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004, or by mailing in the form on page 33.. Order Description Code 202138 Visor Bracket 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug...

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