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Summary of Contents for K40 ELECTRONICS Platinum 100
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Mute Functions ......15 Platinum 100 Overview ......16-17 Mark to Mute . -
Page 3: Mounting And Powering The Platinum100
Mounting and Powering the Platinum1 00 Mounting Instructions To help ensure that your K40 functions properly and offers maximum protection, please follow these mounting instructions: 1. Clean the area of the windshield where the K40 will be mounted.* 2. Attach the supplied Windshield Mount near the center of your vehicle’s windshield by latching it firmly with the tension lever. -
Page 4: Wake-Up Sequence
Wake-Up Sequence (using factory default settings) Your K40 will be ready for use following this automatic Wake-Up sequence: Wake-Up Sequence – The Platinum100 will announce and display “K40 Scan, Active”, you will then hear alerts for X, K, Ka-Band, and laser. Wake-Up options can be changed in the Menu, page 22. -
Page 5: Receiving Alerts
Receiving Alerts The Platinum100 provides a combination of audio and vi- sual alerts to warn you when police radar and laser signals are detected. Radar Alert Sequence The Platinum100 detects all North American police radar signals (X, K, and Ka-Band). When a signal is identified: The OLED display will provide you band and signal strength •... -
Page 6: Laser Alert Sequence
Laser Alert Sequence When the Platinum100 detects a laser signal: The OLED display shows LASER and reports your speed. • NOTE: Unlike radar, signal strength from laser remains constant. Laser Alert Example: L A S E R QR 20 M-MUTE A voice announces, “Laser”... -
Page 7: Manual Laser Defuser Shutdown
Defuser Recommended Use Description Settings Upon receiving a police laser Gives you time to reduce • signal, the Laser Defuser will speed. Officer will then be transmit a jamming signal for able to obtain speed to up to five seconds, then switch- eliminate the suspicion of es to Receive Only mode for 30 Pulse... -
Page 8: Traffic Sensor Filter
Traffic Sensor Filter (factory default off) Your K40 can reject alerts from traffic flow sensors usually encountered during highway driving (limited use areas). This feature can be enabled through the Menu (page 23). MultaRadar (MRCD/CT) Photo Radar (factory default off) Your K40 is capable of alerting to MRCD/CT photo radar devices (limited use areas). -
Page 9: Oled Display Overview
OLED DISPLA Y Overview Display Color Press and hold button for three seconds to access MENU the menu. Press and release the button to scroll. MENU Choose <<Color>> and select white (default), green, amber, red, or blue accents for the OLED display. Display Mode and Alert Options Press and hold button for three seconds to access... - Page 10 For Alert Display Options, Press and hold button for MENU three seconds to access the menu. Press and release MENU to scroll and choose <<Alert Disp>> for 5-Bar (default) or 3-Bar alerts (Menu Page 22). 5-Bar Alert (Default) - During an alert, there are five avail- able strength-of-signal bars that use the center and right section of the display.
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Page 11: Dim Settings
Dim Settings Press and release button to adjust and automatically MENU save display brightness to accommodate various driving environments. Six Display Brightness Options: 1. “Day”- Brightest display setting. 2. “Dusk”- Medium display setting (factory default). 3. “Night”- Dimmest display setting. 4. -
Page 12: Special Features
Special Features Highway|City|Filter|Auto Press and Release button to change the setting at any FILTER time. The FILTER button offers four levels of sensitivity to police radar signals to accommodate various driving situations. Settings Recommended Use Sensitivity Maximum range and sensi- 1. -
Page 13: Ka-Band Narrow|Wide
K Wide scans a little above and below the standard • range of frequencies police radar guns can use. This is the factory default setting. -Scans 24.026-24.285GHZ K Extended scans radar frequencies further below • the standard range of speed enforcement technology that may be used in your area now or in the future. -
Page 14: Mute Functions
The display greys the alert received when driving under the chosen Quiet Ride setting. 33.80 M-MUTE QR 20 The factory default setting for Quiet Ride is 20 mph (30 kph). Activating/Adjusting Quiet Ride: QUIET Press and release button to activate the Quiet RIDE •... -
Page 16: Mark To Mute
Mark to Mute The Mark to Mute function allows you to mute any station- ary radar band/laser alert from a non-police source (e.g. an automatic door) in a specific GPS location. Using Mark to Mute Press and release MARK button to mute a specific radar •... -
Page 17: Mark To Alert
To remove ALL muted locations from your database: 1. Press & hold button for three seconds to enter MENU menu options. 2. Press and release button until “Delete All Mute MENU Locations” option is announced. 3. Press & hold button. “All Muted Locations Cleared” MARK Mark to Alert The Mark to Alert function saves specific GPS locations to... -
Page 18: Speed Monitor
To remove a previously marked location from your database: Press and hold button for five seconds while in the MARK • marked location. Voice announces, “Marked Location Removed”. • To remove all alert locations, follow Steps 1-3 on Page 19, but on Step 2, select the “Delete All Alert ”... -
Page 19: Customizable Settings
Customizable Settings To change the factory preset features and customize your Platinum100 for the way you drive, follow the instructions below or call a K40 Consultant at 800.323.5608. To change settings: Press and hold button for three seconds. The voice •... - Page 20 Default Menu Options Description Setting (in order displayed) Voice Type Female Choose male or female voice for audio alerts. Audible Voice For all initial audio alerts: “Voice On” uses voice; “Voice Off” uses tones only. Wake-Up Wake-Up “Wake-Up Long” is a standard 5 second sequence. •...
- Page 21 Default Menu Options Description Setting (in order displayed) Ka Band Filter Enables filtration of Ka-Band non-police radar signals. Traffic Sensor Filter Enables filtration of K-Band signals from traffic flow radar sensors to reduce false alerts. MRCD/CT Enables MRCD/CT photo radar detection. MRCD/CT Filter Reduces false alerts when MRCD/CT detection is enabled.
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Page 22: Add-On Options
Add-On Options Wireless Remote Control System control in the palm of your hand with K40’s wireless, keyfob size remote control. Can also be mounted to your visor with sup- plied clip for convenient access. Expert Remote Controller System control at your fingertips with a professionally installed, backlit control, designed to look like it was factory installed. -
Page 23: Wireless Remote Control Functions
Wireless Remote Control Functions POWER MENU Press to turn off Press and release to only. Must turn on enter customizable from Platinum100. menu settings. Press and release to adjust brightness display. Press and release to increase volume. Use to scroll/change menu options. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide Need some help? Call us at 800.323.5608 for assistance and to customize your settings. Problem Possible Cause Solution Power not inserted Confirm power cord is in- properly. serted into opening clos- est to windshield with the center pin. No visual Blown fuse in power cord. -
Page 25: Warranty/Guarantees
Warranty/Guarantees One-Year Warranty The K40 Platinum100 Portable Radar/Laser Detector is cov- ered by a one year “repair or replace” limited warranty. This coverage begins on date of purchase and applies to man- ufacturing defects in product materials and workmanship only. Installation, removal, or misuse is not covered. Guaranteed Performance If your K40 does not outperform any other radar detector you’ve owned, return it within 30 days for a full product credit. - Page 26 In addition, any changes or modifications to this product, which are not expressly approved by K40 Electronics in writing, could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
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Page 27: Our Promise
Our Promise To Exceed... Customer expectations through the pride and dedication of our strong team of caring and talented employees by being the “Model of Excellence” in the entire industry on every level — from innovative product design and flawless manufactur- ing to knowledgeable sales and total customer service. - Page 28 Letter From the President Thank you very much for your recent purchase of the most progressive radar and laser solution available on the mar- ket today. Our mission is to empower you, our valued customer, with peace of mind and unparalleled radar protection. Because we care about you, we’ve stood behind every product for over 40 years with the industry’s first speeding ticket guarantee.