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Falcon HR
(Ontario)
Traffic Safety Radar
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
P/N 006-0862-02
Rev. 1
1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS 66720-0947

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  • Page 1 Falcon HR (Ontario) Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0862-02 Rev. 1 1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS 66720-0947...
  • Page 3 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., 9652 Loiret Blvd., Lenexa, KS 66219 Customer Service 1-800-835-0156 (620-431-2700)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION............1.1 2. SPECIFICATIONS............2.1 2.0 General ...............2.1 2.1 Operational ..............2.3 3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION ......3.1 3.0 Initial Inspection ............3.1 3.1 Material Supplied ............3.1 3.2 Cable Installation ............3.2 3.3 Radar Installation ............3.4 4. UNIT DESCRIPTION ............4.1 4.0 Side View ..............4.1 4.1 Rear Panel ..............4.2 4.2 Remote Control ............4.5 4.3 Mounting Pod (Optional) ...........4.7...
  • Page 5 7.9 Test Screen Mode .............7.15 8. INFLUENCES AND INTERFERENCE ......8.1 8.0 Natural Influences ............8.1 8.1 Man-Made Influences ..........8.2 8.2 Groundspeed ..............8.4 9. CARE OF THE FALCON HR ........9.1 9.0 Routine Care ..............9.1 9.1 Equipment Repair/Return ..........9.2 9.2 Battery Disposal ............9.3 10. CANADIAN CASE LAW..........10.1 11.
  • Page 6 13.3 Stationary Operation ..........13.3 13.4 Moving Mode Operation........13.6 13.5 Locking ..............13.9 14. OPTIONS...............14.1 14.0 Options Setup ............14.1 14.1 Options Description ..........14.2 14.2 Options Examples ..........14.4 A. PRINTER / DATALOGGER OPTIONS ....A.1 B. ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY ......B.1 B.1 Certification of Conformity ........B.1 B.2 AS/NZ Certification of Conformity ......

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The Falcon HR sets a new standard for low current operation. This will be appreciated by long run times when battery operated, or low draw on the already heavily taxed...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Moving: +1/-2 km/h Operating Voltage: Corded: 10.0 to 16.5 VDC, 300 mA max. The Falcon HR will operate normally and not display a low voltage alert to at least 10.0 VDC. Typically it will continue to operate even when the external battery voltage drops substantially below the specified 10.0...
  • Page 9 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS Nominal Power Requirements: Voltage (VDC) Current (mA) No target present: 13.6 With target present: Audio = Max 13.6 Backlight = Off With target present: Audio = Max 13.6 Backlight = On Standby (HOLD): 13.6 After 30 seconds Reverse Voltage Diode protection.

  • Page 10: Operational

    SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 OPERATIONAL Speed Processor: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) performs all functions and signal analysis. Manual Test: All display segments checked; checks internal calibration and performs a cross check of quartz crystals for accuracy. Automatic self-test: Comparison of quartz crystals done periodically (5 minutes maximum), upon every mode change and at the time of lock.
  • Page 11 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS Speed Range: Meets IACP/NHTSA specifications for target sensitivity. Stationary: 10 dB from 56 to 144 km/h; 5 dB from 96 to 144 km/h. Moving (Opposite Dir.): 10 dB from 64 to 144 km/h; 5 dB from 96 to 144 km/h.
  • Page 12 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS Target: Opposite Dir.: Target minimum (Patrol < 64 km/h): Spec: 16 km/h Typical: 14 km/h Target minimum Patrol > 64 km/h: Spec: 32 km/h Target maximum: (Combined patrol and target speeds): Spec: 330 km/h Typical: (334 km/h. Same Dir.: Minimum difference speed: Spec: 8 km/h...
  • Page 13 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS “rFi” displayed in the target window Radio Frequency Interference: during strong radio frequency interference. Active speed displays are blanked during this condition. Locked speeds will remain. “Err” displayed when an internal Error: error in the operating system is detected.
  • Page 14 SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS Fastest Graphic: These indicators are used to indicate the direction of the fastest speed. Approaching Receding Microwave Freq: 24.125 GHz. Beam Width: 12 +1. (Horizontal) Polarization: Linear. Power Density: Less than 1 mW/cm at aperture. Source Power: 8 mW max.

  • Page 15: Inspection And Installation

    SECTION 3 - INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.0 INITIAL INSPECTION Before installing your Falcon HR, please take a moment to carefully inspect the shipping carton for damage. Contact the shipping carrier at once if you notice any damage.

  • Page 16: Cable Installation

    SECTION 3 - INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.2 CABLE INSTALLATION 3.2.1 AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLE Cigarette lighter receptacles have been the traditional source of power for traffic radar over the years. In newer vehicles, it is possible that poor grounding of this receptacle and electrical noise from various sources can combine to create an unacceptably high level of electronic interference.
  • Page 17 SECTION 3 - INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.2.2 SPEEDOMETER PULSE CABLE Installing the provided cable to the vehicle’s speed sensor (VSS) provides a signal to the Falcon HR for Kustom Signals patented Tru-Trak assisted patrol speed search feature. This feature virtually eliminates the problems of patrol shadowing and patrol combining.

  • Page 18: Radar Installation

    Locate the dash bracket and mounting pod. Fasten the mounting pod to the dash bracket, and then slide the Falcon HR onto the pod by placing it in front of the pod and sliding backwards. The mounting pod may be turned 90 on the mount and the Falcon HR slid onto it from the side.
  • Page 19 MODE switch, which will unsquelch the audio. 7. Start the patrol vehicle and position the A/C-heater fan to a mid-range speed. Move the Falcon HR left or right of its initial location and listen for any raspy sound (fan interference) in the audio. Position the Falcon HR to minimize the amount of interference.
  • Page 20 SECTION 3 - INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 8. When a suitable location is found, secure the dash bracket to the windshield using the suction cups and Velcro. 9. Position of the antenna: Moving: Aim the antenna parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway. Stationary: Unit may be operated on the mount or handheld to achieve maximum...

  • Page 21: Unit Description

    Activate the transmitter  Lock the active target speed  Control optional fastest feature Data / Charger connector NOTE: The Falcon HR can connect to video systems, remote control systems, or have the operating software updated through the data connector.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    SECTION 4 - UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.1 REAR PANEL TARGET Km/h TEST BATT HOLD FAST SLOW LOCK PATROL TEST MODE A. TARGET Displays target vehicle speeds in stationary and moving modes. B. Km/h Indicates when the speed readings are in kilometers per hour, km/h.
  • Page 23 SECTION 4 - UNIT DESCRIPTION C. Road Graphic Indicates Mode of operation: moving or stationary. Indicates target direction: approaching or receding. D. PATROL Displays the patrol vehicle speed. Displays the stationary directional modes: Approaching only “APr”, Receding only, “rEc”, or All “ALL”. E.
  • Page 24 SECTION 4 - UNIT DESCRIPTION L. FAST/LOCK Displays fastest or locked vehicle Display speeds. M. LOCK Indicates the FAST/LOCK display is showing a Locked speed. N. FAST Indicates the unit is in fastest mode and that the fastest vehicle speed is displayed in the FAST/LOCK window.

  • Page 25: Remote Control

    SIGNALS, INC. Wireless Remote Wired Remote When the Falcon HR has a handle attached and is placed in the mount, certain functions can be controlled with the Wireless/Infrared (IR) remote. If the unit is attached to the optional pod, a wired or IR remote can be used.
  • Page 26 SECTION 4 - UNIT DESCRIPTION The remote controls the following functions: A. HOLD Turns the radar transmitter on and off. B. SAME/OPP In moving mode, selects either the same or opposite direction. In stationary mode this button toggles between approaching only and receding only modes.

  • Page 27: Mounting Pod (Optional)

    4.3 MOUNTING POD (OPTIONAL) A. Data Port RS232 I/O port provides information to video systems or for updating operating software. All operations of the Falcon HR can be controlled via this port. B. Speedometer Input Accepts speedometer cable connector. C. Remote Control Accepts the wired remote control jack.

  • Page 28: General Theory Of Operation

    Antenna Function: The Transceiver Module functions as the only means of K-Band transmission and detection on the Falcon HR. The MSPA serves a dual purpose as both K-Band sensor and K-Band radiator. The electronics of the Transceiver Module provides a K-Band source used to...
  • Page 29 (groundspeed) and is displayed in the PATROL window. Kustom Signals radar has a patented feature using the patrol vehicle’s speed sensor pulses, which steers the DSP processor to look for the “groundspeed” Doppler signal in a specific speed range.
  • Page 30 If the patrol vehicle's speed was 88 km/h and a target was traveling in the same direction at 112 km/h, the Falcon HR would display 88 in the PATROL window then add the "difference” Doppler signal (24) to the patrol speed (88 +...

  • Page 31: Microwave Rf 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 32 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. 9652 Loiret Blvd. Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-1400 While traffic radar devices do emit microwave energy, the levels are so low that there are no probable harmful effects.

  • Page 33: Testing Procedures

    The displays will clear and the unit will be operational. 6.2 AUTOMATIC SELF-TEST As long as the unit is turned on, the Falcon HR performs an internal accuracy test every 5 minutes or whenever the unit’s mode of operation is changed, such as moving to stationary, and each time the target speed is locked.

  • Page 34: Manual Test

    1. After installation, the Falcon HR should be driven at a constant speed, between 48 and 112 km/h. Press the PAT SEL switch on the remote control twice. “Snc”...

  • Page 35: Minimum Patrol Speed Set

    6.5 MINIMUM PATROL SPEED SET 1. When the speedometer input feature is not used, the Falcon HR allows the operator to set a minimum patrol speed of 16, 32, 48 or 64 km/h. 2. To activate this feature, place the unit in the moving mode and press the PAT SEL switch one (1) time.

  • Page 36: Moving Mode Test

    SECTION 6 - TESTING PROCEDURES 6.6 MOVING MODE TEST Verification of speed readings between the patrol vehicle's speedometer and the Falcon HR’s PATROL speed display is another accuracy test that can be performed. These readings should be the same, or within reasonable limits, allowing for minor speedometer error.

  • Page 37: Operation

    SECTION 7 - OPERATION 7. OPERATION 7.0 OPERATING MODES The Falcon HR radar system offers the operator one of the most versatile traffic radar systems available today. It can be used in handheld or dash-mounted in 5 different operating modes.
  • Page 38 The standard charger supplied with units sold in the United States is a trickle (timed) charger, which will recharge the Falcon HR’s battery in 14-16 hours then shut itself off. The charging time will vary depending upon the amount of discharge, but typically overnight will completely charge the Falcon HR’s battery.
  • Page 39 The Falcon HR has an onboard battery monitor that notifies the operator when battery voltage (internal or external) is approaching or has fallen below the Falcon HR regulation threshold. First the monitor senses the condition where 30 minutes of transmitting battery life remains.
  • Page 40 (1-5). The range can be increased or decreased by pressing the up arrow (Range) or down arrow (Audio). The Falcon HR will return to normal operation with the new range level approximately two (2) seconds after the last switch activation.

  • Page 41: Operation - Handheld

    SECTION 7 - OPERATION 7.1.7 BACKLIGHT For low light operation, the Falcon HR has a low power consumption fiber-optic backlight. To turn the backlight on, press the TEST switch, then while all the LCD segments are on, press the MODE switch. Repeat to turn off the backlight.
  • Page 42 2. To allow additional tracking of the target vehicle, the Falcon HR will continue to transmit and display the Target speed for 5 seconds after the trigger is released. At the end of that time, the TARGET display will blank.

  • Page 43: Operation - Dash Mounted

    7.3 OPERATION - DASH MOUNTED 7.3.1 SETUP For dash-mounted moving / stationary operation, the Falcon HR can use the corded or cordless handle or the optional mounting pod. Units with the optional mounting pod can use either the wireless or the wired remote. The following steps describe connecting the mounting pod.
  • Page 44 (locked speeds will remain). To return to normal radar operation, press HOLD again. 4. The Falcon HR allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode operation while dash-mounted (push and hold or toggle control). See the Sec. 14.1.5 for selecting the preferred method.

  • Page 45: Moving Mode - Opposite Direction

    SECTION 7 - OPERATION 7.4 MOVING MODE - OPPOSITE DIRECTION 1. Place the Falcon HR in the moving mode by pressing the Mode switch, if needed, so that both the TARGET and PATROL windows’ indicators are lit. If necessary, select Opposite Direction mode by pressing SAME/OPP switch on the remote control (the opposite road graphic indicator will be lit).
  • Page 46 A short alert tone will be heard, and the LOCK window will display the speed of the target vehicle. 2. The Falcon HR will continue to track the target and patrol speeds. 3. When the patrol vehicle’s speed has dropped 16 km/h below the speed when lock was activated, or the Falcon HR is placed in Hold, the patrol vehicle’s...
  • Page 47 (OPTIONAL FEATURE) 1. With the unit operating in the moving mode, observe traffic. 2. The Falcon HR allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold or Toggle control). See Sec. 14, Options, for selecting the preferred method. When the fastest mode is activated, the FAST indicator will be turned on.

  • Page 48: Moving Mode - Same Direction

    This will clear all previous speeds, and a new patrol speed search will be initiated. See Sec. 7.7 4. The Falcon HR can automatically detect whether the target vehicle is traveling slower or faster than the patrol vehicle. There is no need for the operator to input slower or faster information for same-direction targets.

  • Page 49: Speedometer Pulse Operation

    Once the synchronization procedure has been completed, no further action is needed unless the Falcon HR has been placed in another patrol vehicle. If so, the operator must repeat the synchronization procedure for the new vehicle if he wishes to use the speedometer pulse input.

  • Page 50: Smart Patrol Search

    SECTION 7 - OPERATION 7.7 SMART PATROL SEARCH The Falcon HR can be operated with or without speedometer input. If the speedometer input is not connected, the unit will use patented Smart Patrol Search (SPS) software routines. This software reduces patrol...

  • Page 51: Maintenance Mode

    Hold to reject the region around 112 km/h and the correct 40 km/h patrol speed will be displayed. 7.8 MAINTENANCE MODE The Falcon HR has a maintenance/configuration mode which can be used for diagnosis and configuration. Holding the PWR switch depressed for 3 seconds or longer during power up accesses this mode.

  • Page 52: Influences And Interference

    Falcon HR. 8.0 NATURAL INFLUENCES 1. Heavy rains and blowing dust can cause a scattering effect, which may reduce the effective range of the Falcon HR.

  • Page 53: Man-Made Influences

    4. The Falcon HR has an onboard battery monitor to alert the operator when internal voltage nears the minimum operating voltage. See Sec. 7.1.1 for details.
  • Page 54 SECTION 8 - INFLUENCES AND INTERFERENCE displayed as targets. However, if the RFI signals are strong enough, the Falcon HR will detect these sources of interference, the TARGET window will display “rFi” and all speed-readings will be blanked, except for locked speeds, until the source of interference is reduced or eliminated.

  • Page 55: Groundspeed

    HOLD mode. If the speedometer input is being used with the Falcon HR, the DSP will accurately track even a weak patrol speed return due to the small tracking window, unlike radar without speedometer input.

  • Page 56: Care Of The Falcon

    Simply unscrew the tip and replace with the same size fuse. 5. Do not pick up or carry the Falcon HR by the power or remote control cables. Broken power and remote control cables are a common cause of intermittent...

  • Page 57: Equipment Repair/Return

    SECTION 9 - CARE OF THE FALCON HR 6. Kustom Signals recommends periodic maintenance of the Falcon HR radar system. Check with your local service center and judicial district for requirements. 9.1 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/RETURN Should the Falcon HR need repair or calibration from Kustom Signals Customer Service, please visit our website ...

  • Page 58: Battery Disposal

    SECTION 9 - CARE OF THE FALCON HR 9.2 BATTERY DISPOSAL It is a violation of Federal regulations to dispose of rechargeable batteries in a landfill. They must be recycled at an appropriate facility, disposed of in accordance with local ordinances, or shipped back to Kustom Signals for disposal.

  • Page 59: Canadian Case Law

    Since the Falcon HR 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 operator training.
  • Page 60 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW 2. tested and accurately measured the speed of the appellant’s vehicle 3. evidence prima facie notwithstanding that the officer did not have a detailed knowledge of the working of the radar set. R. v. Joudrey (1992) Nova Scotia Prov. Court The accused was charged with speeding contrary to s.
  • Page 61 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Longmire (1993) Nova Scotia Supreme Court (Appeal Div.) The appellant’s conviction was affirmed on appeal. The appellant appealed further, arguing that the trial Judge erred in his interpretation and application of s. 88(5) of the Motor Vehicle Act and that the Crowns refusal to provide him with a copy of the RADAR operation manual violated his rights under ss.
  • Page 62 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Windrem (May 27, 1986, Brampton Prov. Off. Appt. Ct.) Defence agents/counsel use this case to support their argument that there must be evidence before the Court that the tests conducted on the radar device were in accordance with the accepted manufacturer’s technique.
  • Page 63 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Wagner (1999), Ontario Court of Justice The appellant in this case as charged for speeding and requested a trial. The officer in charge of the matter encouraged the woman to plead guilty in exchange for a reduction of the offence by 10 km/h.
  • Page 64 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. O’Reilly (Alta. Dist. Crt.) 1979 Where Crown failed to adduce evidence that the radar set was capable of accurately measuring the speeds and that the tests were approved tests, which evidence would have been given by the officer who testified, then appeal must be allowed and conviction set aside.
  • Page 65 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Friedlan (1993) Ontario Court of Justice (Prov. Div.) Where a person is charged with speeding in a construction zone, the onus is on the Crown to prove that the portion of the highway travelled was designated as construction zone under s.
  • Page 66 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW of the police officer’s speedometer. Therefore, the conviction was justified and had to be restored. Quebec c. Mason (1988) Quebec Superior Court The accused was convicted of speeding. He appealed, challenging the RADAR evidence. The appeal was dismissed.
  • Page 67 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Wolfe (B.C.C.C.) 1979 The officer had some training and experience operating radar set, but training "fell short" which cast doubt on the accuracy of the device and its results. R. v. Brewer (May 19, 1988, Prov. Off. Ct. Nwkt, Ont.) At trial, officer had stated in-chief that he was a qualified radar operator and that he had received some basic training from an experienced officer in the use of...
  • Page 68 SECTION 10 - CASE LAW R. v. Axler (Unreported August 20, 1981, Prov. Off. App. Ct.) His Honour, Provincial Court Judge R.B. Dnieper. Radar alone is good evidence. After 42 years of use, the courts will accept as prima facie evidence, the accuracy of radar devices.

  • Page 69: Fcc Information

    IVQFAL-HR Name of Grantee Kustom Signals Inc. The Falcon HR has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This...
  • Page 70 SECTION 11 - FCC INFORMATION FCC and Industry Canada Warning Statement: This device complies with FCC part 15 Rules and with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    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 72 SECTION 12 - TROUBLESHOOTING No patrol speed Verify unit is not in HOLD. Verify the unit is aimed parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway. Verify there are no obstructions directly in front of the unit. Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow or fog) may affect the unit’s ability to pick up groundspeed.
  • Page 73 SECTION 12 - TROUBLESHOOTING No target readings in Verify unit is not in HOLD. moving mode Verify the range control is set properly. Verify proper patrol speed is displayed. Verify proper moving mode is selected. Target speed may be a harmonic of the patrol speed.

  • Page 74: Directional Operational Supp

    13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.0 DIRECTIONAL OPERATION The Falcon HR 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 75: Stationary Road Graphic

    SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.1 STATIONARY ROAD GRAPHIC Target Target Receding Approaching Not active in Stationary modes. Represents the officers vehicle. 13.2 MOVING MODE ROAD GRAPHIC Target Target Moving Opposite Same Direction On indicates Moving mode. Represents the officers vehicle.

  • Page 76: Stationary Operation

    Receding target. TARGET TARGET FAST FAST To monitor traffic in both directions (the Falcon HR will automatically indicate which direction the strongest and fastest vehicles are traveling), repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “ALL” is displayed in the PATROL window.
  • Page 77 SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.3.2 stationary approaching only Indicator is solid if fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle found. TARGET TARGET FAST FAST To activate the stationary, approaching targets only mode, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “APr” appears in the PATROL window.
  • Page 78 SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.3.3 stationary receding only Indicator is solid when fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle is found. TARGET TARGET FAST FAST To place the unit in the stationary mode, monitoring receding traffic, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “rEc”...

  • Page 79: Moving Mode Operation

    TARGET window. NOTE: The Falcon HR does not require any input from the operator in Same Direction mode. The unit will automatically detect if the target vehicle is slower...
  • Page 80 SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL 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 FAST window.
  • Page 81 SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.4.2 moving opposite Indicator is solid when fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle found. TARGET FAST PATROL 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 displayed in the TARGET window.

  • Page 82: Locking

    SECTION 13 - DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.5 LOCKING Fastest speed display Fastest tracking moves and fastest graphic flash to the TARGET speed together. window. TARGET FAST LOCK PATROL If the Lock button is pressed while tracking a fastest vehicle in any mode, the fastest speed will be locked in the LOCK window, and the fastest tracking will move to the TARGET window.

  • Page 83: Options

    SECTION 14 - OPTIONS 14. OPTIONS 14.0 OPTIONS SETUP The Falcon HR radar unit 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 84: Options Description

    14.1.2 track through lock (trigger operation) The Falcon HR defaults to transmitting for 5 seconds after the trigger is released when locking a target. This allows the target to be tracked after lock during this time. If preferred, the transmitter can be shut off immediately upon trigger release.
  • Page 85 SECTION 14 - OPTIONS 14.1.4 LOW POWER SAVINGS The Falcon HR defaults to using very low power after 30 seconds in HOLD with no targets locked. The unit will also turn off after 30 minutes in HOLD and no operator activity.

  • Page 86: 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 that default options, 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 at the Snc display.

  • Page 87: Printer / Datalogger Options

    A. PRINTER AND DATALOGGER A.0 OPTIONAL FEATURE DESCRIPTION The Falcon HR can be ordered with optional features to drive a printer and/or to log locked target speed data. The Printer feature can be setup to print a slip each time a target speed is locked or when the operator presses the MODE switch while a target is locked.
  • Page 88 A.2 REAL TIME CLOCK SETUP AND DATALOGGER MEMORY The Falcon HR with either the Printer or DataLogger feature will have real time clock circuitry installed in the unit. This clock must be set to the local time and occasionally adjusted to the correct time.
  • Page 89 'Snc' display. Pressing the TEST switch advances the display to the next maintenance screen. To set the time in the Falcon HR, advance the maintenance screen to the 'CLO' display. The current hour will be flashing. To adjust the hour setting, use the down (AUD) or up (RNG) switches.
  • Page 90 A.3 FALCON HR PRINT OUT The standard print driver in the Falcon HR is for an Able Systems Ap862-B printer. The Falcon HR is connected to the Able printer using KSI PN# 155-3504-00 cable. The...
  • Page 91 Line 6 – This line provides a space for the officer to sign or initial the slip. A.4 FALCON HR DATALOGGER FILE The officer or supervisor can download the Falcon HR DataLogger memory to a PC file using TalonDL software (provided by KSI). The file will be in a standard text file for viewing or printing.
  • Page 92 Talon to PC cable KSIPN# 155-3139-00. The TALONDL software allows the operator to: 1. Get the Falcon HR unit's serial number. 2. Get the number of locks stored in the Falcon HR's DataLogger. 3. Get the Falcon HR's internal time and date.

  • Page 93: Attestation Of Conformity

    SECTION B—ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY B. ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY B.1 CE CERTIFICATION OF CONFORMITY...

  • Page 94: As/Nz Certification Of Conformity

    SECTION B—ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY B.2 AS/NZ CERTIFICATION OF CONFORMITY...
  • Page 95 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 96 PRINTER’S NOTES 1. Print Airbag Caution Sheet (located at back of manual) on green bond and insert between pages 3.6 and 4.1 in the manual. 2. Print Section A—Printer / DataLogger Optional Features (front and back) on Buff bond and insert between warranty section and radar log.

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