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Beltronics Vector 985 Operating Instructions Manual

Beltronics vector 985: user guide
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  • Page 1 Printed in Canada ,Fundamental Mixer Technology, FMT and Shadow Technology are registered trademarks of BELTRONICS USA, Inc. VECTOR 985, Total Tracking Laser, TTL, AccuSweep and AutoScan are trademarks of BELTRONICS USA, Inc. Safety Warning System is a registered trademark of Safety Warning System L.C.
  • Page 2 VECTOR 985 VECTOR 985 THE NEXT GENERATION IN DIGITAL PERFORMANCE THE NEXT GENERATION IN DIGITAL PERFORMANCE Operating Instructions Driver Selectable Features Digital Voice & Text Messages Model V985 MOTOROLA MOTOROLA MOTOROLA digitaldna...

  • Page 3: Selectable Features 1

    CONGRATULATIONS! Thank you for purchasing VECTOR 985. VECTOR 985 is in a class by itself, offering 16 Driver Selectable Features, 64 Digital Voice and Text Messages and the best possible X, K and Super Wideband Ka radar sensitivity. Enjoy your new detector and be sure to obey all laws where ever you may travel with VECTOR 985.
  • Page 4 Selectable Features than any VECTOR 985 Includes 16 Driver Selectable Features other detector on the market. Selectable Features allow you to “customize” how alerts will be presented to you. 5 Operating Modes Operating Modes Normal Mode . NORMAL Mode...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Profile of Features ......Getting Started ......Power-Up Test Sequence/Start-Up Mode .

  • Page 6: Profile Of Features

    Profile of Features PWR (Power/Start-Up Mode) and holding PWR will turn the unit on. Continuing to press the PWR button will scroll through the five start-up mode options: (Modifications), V V O O L L T T A A G G E E M M E E T T E E R R M M O O D D E E Text Message Display selections (i.e.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Audio Alert Speaker Voice Messages are emitted from this location. Power Jack VECTOR 985 operates in any vehicle with a 13.8 volt DC negative ground system Getting Started Power-Up Test Sequence/Start-Up Mode Using the supplied straight or coiled power cord, place the end with the “elbow”...
  • Page 8 Q Q - - S S T T A A R R T T (Quick-Start Mode) Unit will bypass the power up test sequence and will display the last selected traveling mode:“ (factory default) “ Q-Start is recommended when you are comfortable with the detector and do not require a rundown of sample messages.

  • Page 9: Tutorial Mode

    Whichever Operating mode you select, VECTOR 985 will be in standby mode and ready to detect traffic Radar, Laser and SWS “ A A u u t t o o S S c c a a n n ™ driving conditions, unless you change this to “...

  • Page 10: Set And Forget Memory

    Set and Forget Memory Any time VECTOR 985 is turned off or unplugged from the cigarette lighter socket, all feature settings you have selected are retained in the unit’s memory. Set and Forget Memory eliminates the need to reset your preferred feature settings each time your unit is turned off and then back on.

  • Page 11: Volume Control

    Volume Control Press and hold the AUD button to engage the volume control; the volume will cycle high to low. The audio level has 9 settings for VECTOR 985. Release the AUD button when you have reached your desired audio setting.
  • Page 12 This mode is ideal for use in areas where a high level of microwave transmissions can cause falsing on all three Radar bands. In City All mode, VECTOR 985 will provide an initial short alert coupled with visual confirmation of the band detected and signal strength in the display.

  • Page 13: Selectable Features

    Selectable Features There are a total of 16 Driver Selectable Features which may be selected depending upon your driving environment and preference. X Band K Band Super Wideband Ka AccuSweep AutoMute ON or OFF Radar/Laser Digital Voice Prompts ON/OFF Safety Warning System Safety Warning System Audio/Visual Scroll Rate FAST or SLOW 10.
  • Page 14 OFF, the next prompt will read: “ ”, VECTOR 985 will provide several ”, your unit will provide a continuous ”. A A m m u u t t e e o o f f f f N N O O K K a a o o n n ™...
  • Page 15 Factory setting is “ Feature 10– Inverted Display Feature When selected, VECTOR 985 can be mounted upside down to your vehicle’s headliner using the hook and loop fastener; the display will remain normal reading.

  • Page 16: Entering Selectable Features Mode

    Entering Selectable Features Mode 1. With the unit OFF, press and hold the PWR and CTY buttons simultaneously. The word “ appear in the display, followed by the status of the first Selectable Feature. 2. Press the CTY button to move to the next Selectable Feature.
  • Page 17 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. Do not allow the unit to make contact with the windshield.

  • Page 18: Visor Mounting

    To adjust the angle of the bracket, squeeze and hold the circular “buttons” on the sides of the bracket; this will allow you to angle the bracket to your windshield. Note—some vehicles have a plastic coating on the inside of the windshield designed to protect occupants in case of an accident.

  • Page 19: Understanding Radar, Laser And Sws

    Many of today’s Laser detectors do not have the high sensitivity necessary to detect Laser within a large “field of view”. VECTOR 985 incorporate BEL’s number one rated Laser detection. Twin Laser ports detect energy far outside the main Laser beam—including off-axis signals—providing the largest achievable 360°...

  • Page 20: Interpretation Of Alerts

    Safety Warning System The Radio Association Defending Airwave Rights, Inc. (R.A.D.A.R.) conceived and developed the Safety Warning System to warn motorists of potential road hazards by employing Safety Warning System areas such as construction zones, accident sites and detours. These SWS the 24 GHz portion of the K band frequency, and broadcast uniquely coded signals that are detected by your unit.
  • Page 21 alert coupled with simultaneous identification of the Radar band (X, K or Ka) and signal strength in the Text Display. The number of bar graph segments displayed depends upon the strength of the signal received. As the strength of the Radar signal increases, the audio alert becomes more rapid and the bar graph will display the maximum number of five segments indicating maximum signal strength.
  • Page 22 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.

  • Page 23: Instant-On/Pulsed Radar Alert

    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 K K a a Typical False Alert (Radar)

  • Page 24: Safety Warning System ® (Sws ™ ) Alerts

    greater the displacement of the beam and the shorter the dwell time of the beam at the target point. Therefore, there is the possibility of receiving only a few Laser pulses. Due to these characteristics, all Laser alerts should be taken seriously. Safety Warning System With the Safety Warning System ™...
  • Page 25 Abbreviated SWS “ ” H H w w y y W W o o r r k k confirms Highway Construction/Maintenance (messages 1–1 1) “ ” H H a a z z d d Z Z o o n n e e confirms Highway Hazard Zone Advisory (messages 13–31) “...

  • Page 26: Performance Verification

    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 27: Troubleshooting

    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 sources Partial or no display No Ka Band alerts Possible Cause Plug not properly inserted Fuse in power cord is...

  • Page 28: Limited 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 29: Service

    BELTRONICS will in no event be liable for any consequential, 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. Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

  • Page 30: Post Warranty Service

    Enclose with your unit the following information: (a) Your name, complete return address and written description of the problem. (No P. O. Box please.) (b) A telephone number where you can be reached during regular business hours. (c) A copy of your dated sales receipt. Post-Warranty Service The following arrangements apply if the warranty period has expired or you are not able to provide a...

  • Page 31: Accessories

    Accessories If you require any additional accessories, replacement accessories or any accessory which is not included with your unit, call to order or for more information: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm est. 1-800-341-2288 USA 1-800-268-3994 CANADA DESCRIPTION •Suction Cup Kit (2) •Straight Power Cord (12') DA-16 •Coiled Power Cord (8') •Power Cord Fuses (2)
  • Page 32 Notes...

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