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- Page 1 Advanced System PROTECTION ®®®® with Shadow Technology ® Vector LR • L • S ADAR ASER AFETY ETECTOR DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED OSCILLATOR Operating instructions for model 970...
- Page 2 introduction Thank you for purchasing a vector lr Radar/Laser/Safety detector with the Advanced Protection System Technology ® II. vector lr is a new dimension in detection technology. Designed for the professional driver vector long range emphasizes ultimate performance in a detector with Certified Performance Specs and is selected for premium performance and reliability.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
table of contents Profile of Features l page 4 Description of Features l page 5 Power-Up Test Sequence/Start-up Mode l page 5 Tutorial Mode l page 6 Set and Forget Memory l page 7 Reset to Factory Settings l page 7 drk (Bright/Dim/Dark) Button l page 7 aud (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) Button l page 8 cty (City/Highway) Button l page 8... -
Page 4: Profile Of Features L
profile of features pwr (Power/Start-Up Mode) Button: pressing and holding pwr will turn the unit on. Releasing and pressing the pwr button again will scroll through the five Start-Up mode options: Start) Text Message Display: communicates all mode selections (i.e. band and signal strength, presence of Laser and sws messages received. -
Page 5: Description Of Features L
Laser Optical Sensors: collect Laser signals from in front and behind. Audio Alert Speaker: all audible alerts are emitted from this location. Power Jack: using the straight or coiled cord, vector lr operates in any vehicle with a 13.8 volt dc negative ground system (10.5 volt to 16 volt range). -
Page 6: Tutorial Mode L
Presents Audio, Text Messages and frequency readout for Laser, Ka, K, X, and Safety Warning System®. After this test sequence, the status of Selectable Features is displayed. Tech Mode gives you the benefit of identifying Radar bands and Laser coupled with the actual frequency received. See sample messages below: Presents a continuous, digital readout of your vehicle’s battery voltage (10.5 to 16 volt range).Voltage Meter Mode lets you... -
Page 7: Set And Forget Memory L
move forward in the list.“ confirming your selection (to move backward in the list, press the drk button). Pressing the aud button allows you to view the sws message in the display. Press the cty button again to ™ step to the next message; press the aud button to review, and so on. -
Page 8: Aud (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) Button L
aud (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) Button Manual Muting of Audio Alerts (Radar and sws Whether Auto-Mute is selected on or off in Selectable Features, the audio alerts can be completely muted by pressing the aud button during an alert. The display will briefly show “... -
Page 9: Selectable Features L
change Super Wideband Ka, K or instant-on X band Radar alert patterns. Note—the cty mode does not change the presentation of alerts for Laser or sws City All City All mode is a Selectable Feature of the vector lr (see Selectable Features page 9). This feature provides an alternate approach for improving selectivity on X, K and Super Wideband Ka and is ideal for use in areas with a high level of microwave transmissions which can cause falsing on... - Page 10 and is designed for use in high density microwave areas. Factory setting is “ Note—once “ Selectable Features, the cty button must be pressed to engage your selection. X/K/Ka Band On or Off Select “ depending upon your driving environment and selectivity requirements.
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Page 11: Entering Selectable Features Mode L
Entering Selectable Features Mode With the unit off, press and hold the cty button, then press the pwr button. The word “ display and a short audible “beep” will sound indicating you are now in the Selectable Features Mode. Immediately after the “beep”, the display will show the status of the first Selectable Feature (City X or City All). - Page 12 For optimum detection, position your unit with a clear, unobstructed view of the road from the front and rear. Do not allow the unit to make contact with the windshield. This will eliminate unnecessary vibration. Avoid placing your unit in direct sunlight. During the summer, interior temperatures of an enclosed vehicle can sometimes reach temperatures that will cause premature aging of the unit.
- Page 13 Slide detector onto base plate until 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
In 1987, fcc approval was given for Radar equipment using a third frequency, Ka. In response to this, beltronics introduced the first Radar detectors capable of detecting X, K and Ka band signals. In late 1990, fcc approval was given to Wideband Ka: 34.2 gh... -
Page 15: Interpretation Of Alerts L
Laser ports detect energy far outside the main Laser beam— including off-axis signals—providing the largest achievable 360° “field of view. ” The alerts provided by your unit are the same whether signals are received from the front or rear. Safety Warning System The Radio Association Defending Airwave Rights, Inc. - Page 16 Since Radar signals travel in a straight line, this Radar encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Once the signal is received, the initial warning consists of an X, K or Super Wideband Ka audio alert coupled with simultaneous identification of the Radar band (X, K or Ka) and signal strength in the Text Display.
- Page 17 Stationary Radar concealed by the crest of a hill aimed in your direction. 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.
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Page 18: Instant-On/Pulsed Radar Alert L
Instant-On/Pulsed Radar This type of signal appears suddenly when a Radar unit is “triggered”. The instant-on alert consists of an intense, three second audio “burst”, coupled with the type of band detected and flashing of the signal strength bar graph in the display. Instant-on/pulsed alert to Ka band I I I I I Typical False Alert (Radar) -
Page 19: Alerts L
Safety Warning System With the Safety Warning System transmitter in use, your detector will provide a unique, 2 second tone coupled with a Safety Warning System ™ word (i.e.“ Advisory) to quickly orient you to the type of situation ahead. This introductory message is followed by a specific Text Message (i.e.“... -
Page 20: Conditions That Affect Laser Alerts L
Note—for a complete listing of the five Safety Warning System categories and corresponding messages, please refer to the Safety Warning System 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... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting L
troubleshooting Solutions for Common Problems If your unit 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 in this outline please call, Monday to Friday, 9 am–5 pm est, for assistance: 1-800-341-2288 usa... -
Page 22: Service L
BELTRONICS incidental, indirect or special damages (including, but not limited to, lost profits) arising out of or in connection with the use, misuse, or function of the unit. -
Page 23: Post-Warranty Service L
To obtain service during the warranty period, please call the appropriate number below to obtain an RA number and shipping instructions. Remember to return your detector postage paid, insured and in suitable packaging. 1-800-341-2288 usa 1-800-268-3994 can For your own protection, obtain a proof of delivery receipt. Shipping costs are your responsibility. - Page 24 Safety Warning System l.c.–Patents Pending , Fundamental Mixer Technology, fmt and Shadow Technology are registered trademarks of BELTRONICS. Vector LR, Total Tracking Laser and ttl are trademarks of BELTRONICS. Safety Warning System® is a registered trademark of Safety Warning System l.c. SWS is a trademark of Safety Warning System® l.c.
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