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- Page 1 BELTRONICS 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800-341-2288 Canada 800-268-3994 www.beltronics.com ©2004 Beltronics Designed and Manufactured In Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice. Model E925...
- Page 2 Owner’s Manual R A D A R L A S E R • • S A F E T Y D E T E C T O R...
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Page 3: Selectable Features
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an EXPRESS 925 Radar/Laser/Safety detector. Your new unit offers the most advanced technology available for detecting all Radar and Laser speed monitoring devices. In addition, EXPRESS 925 features Digital Voice Messages for Radar/Laser and sws To ensure maximum benefit from your unit, please read all instructions before operation. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Profile of Features ® page 4 Description of Features ® page 5 Power Up Test Sequence ® page 5 Tutorial Mode ® page 5 Memory Retention of Feature Selections ® page 5 Adjusting the Audio Level ® page 6 DARK (Bright/Dim/Dark) Button ®... -
Page 5: Profile Of Features
X, K, Super Wideband Ka Radar and manual muting of sws alerts. ™ (City/Highway) Button: minimizes unwanted X band CITY alerts without reducing sensitivity. Note: EXPRESS 925 includes City X/K/Ka for additional selectivity. a second time will bypass the briefly will and holding will category ™... -
Page 6: Memory Retention Of Feature Selections
Laser Optical Sensors: collect Laser signals from in front and behind. Audio Alert Speaker: all audible alerts and Digital Voice Messages are emitted from this location. Power Jack: EXPRESS 925 operate in any vehicle with a 12 volt negative ground system. DESCRIPTION OF FEATURES... -
Page 7: Adjusting The Audio Level
Adjusting the Audio Level Once your unit has completed the power-up test sequence, the audio level can be adjusted by holding the As you hear the audio level change, the digits 1-9 in the Digital Display provide a visual reference of the audio level. To reverse the direction in which the audio level increases/ decreases, briefly release, then hold down the (Bright/Dim/Dark) Button... - Page 8 this mode engaged, the automatic mute mode enables you to conveniently monitor extended encounters without having to manually mute or adjust the volume setting. To return to the continuous audio alert pattern, press the time while the unit is not alarming. Two “beeps” and no decimal point in the upper left corner of the Digital Display confirm you have cancelled automatic mute mode.
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Page 9: Reset To Factory Settings
Selectable Features are referenced by the digits #1, #2, #3 and #4 respectively. Safety Warning System When , EXPRESS 925 will provide an sws transmitters are detected. Factory setting is , VG -2 Guard ® ®... - Page 10 ® Alert— DIGIT When , EXPRESS 925 will detect signals from Interceptor VG -2 transmitters. Factory setting is recommended only in areas known to use the Interceptor VG -2. Digit #2 solid— VG -2 Guard Digit #2 flashing— VG -2 Guard...
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Page 11: Entering Selectable Features Mode
Entering Selectable Features Mode With the unit button. The amber X “beep” will sound. Immediately after the “beep”, digit #1 will appear and indicate the status of the sws Guard ), press the ® Voice), press the (Digital Voice prompts for Radar/Laser/ VG -2 Guard button once again. - Page 12 To achieve optimum performance, regardless of which mounting position you choose, follow these basic steps: Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location.Choose a location where the unit will not be hazardous in case of an accident. For optimum detection, position your unit with a clear, unobstructed view of the road from the front and rear.
- Page 13 Slide detector onto base plate unit, it snaps into place. Note: Some vehicles have a plastic coating on the inside of the windshield designed to protect occupants in case of an accident. Use of the windshield bracket on this type of windshield can permanently mark the surface.
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Page 14: Understanding Radar, Laser And Sws
UNDERSTANDING RADAR, LASER AND SWS Three Radar Frequencies Three microwave frequencies have been allocated by the (Federal Communications Commission) and are used for traffic Radar: X, K and Super Wideband Ka. EXPRESS 925 detect all three bands. Total Tracking Laser ™... -
Page 15: Interpretation Of Alerts
24 z portion of the K band frequency and broadcast uniquely, coded signals which are detected by your EXPRESS 925. INTERPRETATION OF ALER TS Radar Alerts The alerts provided by your unit are affected both by the type of transmission (continuous wave or instant-on) and the position of the Radar source. - Page 16 or Super Wideband Ka audio and visual alerts and the simul- taneous illumination of a signal strength digit. The actual digit displayed will depend upon the strength of the signal received. As the strength of the Radar signal increases, the audio alert becomes more rapid and the signal strength digit will progressively increase.
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Page 17: Typical False Alert (Radar)
Radar signals travel in a straight line and do not pass through earth. Consequently, police Radar aimed at the crest of a steep hill cannot be received until you are at or near the top. Warning time may be minimal (as in situation #2) since a strong signal is not present until you are near the crest of the hill. -
Page 18: Vg -2 Guard ® Alert
signal's range very quickly and receive only a brief alert. Although many times the probable source of the false signal can be identified (supermarket, bank, commercial building, etc.), caution is advised until the source can be confirmed. The X band alert pattern caused by a non-police source can look like the initial alert produced by actual police Radar. - Page 19 flashing, the VG -2 alert is over and your unit resumes scanning for Radar and sws Note—activation of VG -2 Guard Laser signals. Safety Warning System With the Safety Warning System transmitter in use, your detector will alert with a unique, 2-second sws audio tone coupled with the illumination of the ™...
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Page 20: Conditions That Affect Radar Alerts
PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION Conditions that Affect Radar Alerts If you feel your unit is not alerting properly, keep in mind that there are many conditions that influence the intensity or duration of an alert: The police are using instant-on/pulsed Radar, in which case no signal is transmitted until visual contact has been made with your vehicle. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Solutions for Common Problems If your EXPRESS 925 is not operating properly, please refer to the outline below. Problem Unit not receiving power “Poor detection range” Erratic or frequent alerts Partial or no display If you experience a problem with your unit that is not covered... -
Page 22: Consumer Warranty
In the event of a defect, malfunction or other failure to conform to this warranty, BELTRONICS will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace the unit at no charge. You are responsible for all shipping costs in connection with warranty service pursuant to this warranty. -
Page 23: Post-Warranty Service
You must provide a copy of a dated sales receipt for your unit in order to receive service under warranty. SERVICE Warranty Service If you feel your detector is not functioning properly please review this manual, particularly the section on Performance Verification. -
Page 24: Specifications
Transition to Microstrip Mixer Maximum Dimensions: 5.3”(L) X 3.1”(w) X 1.8”(H) Weight: 5.0 ounces BELTRONICS reserves the right to incorporate design improvements which may not be reflected in the specifications listed in this owner’s manual ACCESSORIES If you require any additional accessories, replacement...
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