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- Page 1 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Certified ISO 9001 GENESIS-VP DIRECTIONAL™ USER’S MANUAL Decatur Electronics, Inc. 715 Bright Street Decatur, IL 62522 USA/Canada 800.428.4315 Intl 217.428.4315 Fax 217.428.5302 www.decaturradar.com Rev. 09/04 Copyright 2000-2004 Decatur Electronics, Inc. Rev. 09/04...
- Page 2 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Rev. 09/04...
- Page 3 ™ ™ Genesis Handheld Directional and the Genesis-VP — and the Galaxy Radar Message Trailer™ product line. Also, Decatur Electronics has ™ in-car video recording solution, the Gemini ™ —the Gemini a Hi8 ™...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ................. 6 About This Manual ............6 1. Quick Start ..............6 1.1 Initial Set Up ............6 1.1.1 Insert the Batteries ......6 1.1.2 Control Panel Functions ...... 7 1.2 Trigger Operation ........7 1.3 Measuring a Target Speed in Faster Vehicle Mode ........ - Page 5 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 5.2. Interference Sources and Remedies ..... 24 5.2.1 Angular Interference (Cosine Effect)..25 5.2.2 Fan Interference ..........26 5.2.3 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) ..27 5.2.4 Feedback Interference ......27 5.2.5 Multi-Path Beam Cancellation ....27 5.2.6 Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) ..27 5.2.7 Scanning ...........
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Page 6: Introduction
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Introduction The Genesis-VP Directional (Genesis-VPD™) gives you the option to easily select and track vehicles approaching, receding, or moving in both directions simultaneously from your position. Directionality dramatically enhances the target selection process. For example, if the radar is set in toward (t) mode, it will... -
Page 7: Control Panel Functions
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Figure 1.1.1 Insert the batteries into the handle grip. Push the batteries into the receptacles in the bottom of the handle until you hear them snap into place. 1.1.2 Control Panel Functions The factory default settings for the control panel Default Direction Backlight... -
Page 8: Measuring A Target Speed In Faster Vehicle Mode
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 1.3 Measuring a Target Speed in Faster Vehicle Mode The Genesis-VPD operates in Strongest Signal mode, which is the default. If you have purchased Faster Target software, you can select the Faster mode of operation with the FAST button. In Faster mode, the Genesis-VPD can operate in Faster-Toggle or Faster-Hold setting, which you select in the secondary menu. -
Page 9: Components
The batteries have aminimum life of 300 charge cycles. You can purchase additional batteries at hardware stores and from Decatur Electronics. When the radar is transmitting, it consumes roughly three • times as much power from the batteries than when it is not transmitting. -
Page 10: Removing Batteries
Do not incinerate the batteries. They can explode. • If you have problems or questions about your batteries, contact Decatur Electronics at 800.428.4315, Black & ® ® Decker at 800.54.HOWTO, or a local Black & Decker service center (see the Tools Electric section in the Yellow Pages.) -
Page 11: Controls
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 2.2 Controls 2.2.1 Faceplate Figure 2.2.1 Faceplate When you press the button of a valid function, the system beeps to acknowledge the command. MENU The MENU button lets you view the options that you can change. The select (SEL) button lets you choose the settings in each of the menu options. -
Page 12: Display
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL The PWR button turns the Genesis-VPD on and off. If you press SEL while pressing power, the settings come up with the factory defaults. 2.3 Display 2.3.1 Number Segments Three large digits (888) display the vehicle speed. The small digits on the right display either the locked speed or Faster target speeds. - Page 13 Turn the gun off and back on. If the problem persists, contact Decatur Electronics, 800.428.4315, for what to do. MPH and KPH The Genesis-VPD displays speeds in miles per hour (MPH) without the MPH indicator appearing.
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Page 14: Trigger
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 2.4 Trigger The Genesis-VPD transmits and receives microwave energy when you pull the trigger. To lock onto a speed, release trigger, then quickly pull it again. The speed displaying in the left window will move to the right window and flash alternately between the speed and the directional indicator, t or A (t means the target vehicle is moving toward you, and A means it is moving away... -
Page 15: Operating Modes
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 3. Operating Modes The MENU button on the Genesis-VPD control panel lets you review and change programmable options. The options are in two menus: primary and secondary. When you finish making your selection(s), release the buttons, and your new settings will be in effect. - Page 16 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Default Options Direction t = toward A = away t A = both Default Options Backlight On / Off Default Options Audio volume 0 - 6 Default Options Sensitivity 0 - 5 Default Options Squelch On / Off Figure 3.1 Primary menu settings Rev.
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Page 17: Secondary Menu
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Direction (dir) Direction lets you select the direction of the vehicle you want to display. The dir default value t A indicates that you are monitoring vehicles moving both toward and away from the radar gun. Backlight (bL) This turns on and off the LCD backlight. - Page 18 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL press the MENU button. To select a setting, press and release the MENU button until the setting you want to change appears. Then press and release the SEL button to advance through that setting’s options. When you have made your selection(s), release the buttons, and the new settings will be in effect.
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Page 19: Directional
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Communications Port (Prt) The Prt setting indicates which communication port configuration you want the system to use. Zero means no serial communication, and 1 through 7 are various setting options (see the factory default settings.) Faster Vehicle (FSt) The FSt setting programs the FAST button for either Faster-Hold or Faster-Toggle mode. -
Page 20: Strongest Signal Mode
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Figure 3.3b The dir option displays tA, t or A. You can change the dir option to t to display only the speeds of targets coming toward you or A to display only the speeds of targets moving away from you. When you are in t A mode and the radar can not determine the target direction, the direction indicator will not display. -
Page 21: Faster-Toggle Mode
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL and is the next strongest target. In multiple target situations, the next strongest target going faster than the strongest is often closest to the strongest vehicle. The FAST icon illuminates when in faster mode. 99 Km/H 98 Km/H 107 Km/H 136 Km/H Overtaking Vehicle 123 Km/H Radar Patrol Vehicle... -
Page 22: Faster-Hold Mode
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 3.5.2 Faster-Hold Mode To use Faster-Hold mode, press and continue to hold the FAST button. When active, the faster vehicle speed is in the left window. If the strongest vehicle is also the faster, the display will be blank. To switch to Faster-Hold mode, press and hold the select (SEL) button. -
Page 23: Serial Output Mode
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 4. Serial Output Mode The Genesis-VPD has an RS232 communications port on the side panel. Using a custom RS232 communications cable (part number S769-100), you can connect the Genesis-VPD and transmit data to display signs, in-car video, and PCs for recording and analyzing speed data. -
Page 24: Performance Tips
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 5. Performance Tips Understanding potential radar interference and what to do when it occurs can greatly increase the radar’s performance. 5.1 How Radar Works Determining a vehicle’s speed, begins with the radar gun transmitting and directing a beam of microwave energy (radio waves) at an approaching (or departing) target vehicle. -
Page 25: Angular Interference (Cosine Effect)
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL • Erroneous speeds appear to track with the engine speeds. Interference regardless of the source is neither additive or subtractive of a valid target reading. Interference will not impact on teh accuracy of the radar unit, but it will impact on the operational range. -
Page 26: Fan Interference
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL The following table shows the effect that an increasing angle has on a displayed speed. Horizontal angle degrees: 0° 1° 3° 5° 10° 15° 20° 30° 45° 60° 90° Actual speed: Displayed speed: 48 km/h 48 47 47 47 47 45 45 42 34 24 64 km/h 64 63 63 63 63 61 60 54 45 32 80 km/h... -
Page 27: Electromagnetic Interference (Emi)
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 5.2.3 Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Operating electric motors can produce EMI. EMI from power seats or windshield wipers can also produce spurious target speeds. To correct the interference, simply turn off its source. 5.2.4 Feedback Interference When the radar beam is directed at computer screens, streetlights, and other electronic devices, it can display spurious speeds. -
Page 28: Scanning
Wiring an accessory outlet directly to the battery minimizes the effect. If you suspect your vehicle’s electrical system, contact Decatur Electronics’ Customer Service Department for more information. Rev. 09/04... -
Page 29: Testing The Device
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 6. Testing the Device 6.1 Operator-Requested Self Test Pressing the TEST button initiates a comprehensive system self test, which checks the numeric displays and runs a target speed simulation. The Genesis-VPD will not power down during a self test. The self test checks: Display Test–The display test verifies that the digit segments and status LED lights are working correctly and that none of the pixels in the number segments are... - Page 30 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL A Visual Observation of an approaching or receding Motor Vehicle that appears to be in excess of the posted speed limit in the area and an estimation by the officer of the speed of that motor vehicle is traveling.
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Page 31: Care, Cleaning, And Storage
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 7. Care, Cleaning, and Storage • Avoid spilling food, beverages, and other liquids and substances on the radar device. • When you are not using or transporting the device, store it in its original packaging. • To clean the radar device, dust it with a soft clean cloth, which is free of cleaning solutions. -
Page 32: Specifications
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 8. Specifications 8.1 Antenna Parameters K-Band IACP Type III Nominal transmission frequency 24.150 GHz ± 50 MHz Nominal horizontal beamwidth 12° Polarization Linear Nominal microwave power output 10 mW Maximum aperture power density 1 mW/cm Environment Ambient operating temperatures -22°F to +158°F (-30°C to +70°C) Maximum humidity 90% relative humidity... -
Page 33: Power Consumption Parameters
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Power Consumption Parameters Supply voltage range 6.2VDC – 8.0VDC All currents measured at 7.2VDC with backlight on. Standby (antenna off) .180 amperes Antenna ON .370 amperes (no targets displayed) Antenna ON .440 amperes (“55” target displayed) Antenna OFF .180 amperes (segment check “888 888”) Antenna ON... -
Page 34: Legal Requirements
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 9. Legal Requirements 9.1 FCC Document FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20554 GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION Certification Decatur Electronics Inc Date of Grant: 02/28/2000 715 Bright Street Decatur,IL 62522 Application Dated: 12/21/1999 Attention: Randall Sanner NOT TRANSFERABLE EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION is hereby issued to the named GRANTEE, and is VALID ONLY for the equipment identified hereon for use under the Commission’s Rules and... -
Page 35: Radar Case Law
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Radar Case Law See Appendix C for more information on the Offense of Speeding and Training Qualifications. Rev. 09/04... -
Page 36: Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)
Simply reload the batteries, power up, and try it. If the gun doesn’t appear to work properly, contact Decatur Electronics. Q. Will Decatur Electronics traffic safety radar systems interface with in-car video systems? A. Yes. Decatur’s traffic safety radar devices will interface to various in-car video systems if the device has an active communications port. - Page 37 ™ Gemini and Gemini Digital in-car video solutions. Q. Does Decatur Electronics have a sports gun designed specifically for sports such as baseball, softball, racing, watercraft, or snowmobiles? A. Decatur Electronics has developed a radar gun specifically for use in baseball and softball. We market this radar gun exclusively through the JUGS Company.
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Page 38: Service
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 11. Service 11.1 Warranty TWO-YEAR RADAR WARRANTY Decatur Electronics, Inc. guarantees the Genesis-VPD to be free from defects in workmanship and material and to operate within specifications for a period of two years. During this period, Decatur... -
Page 39: Service Return Procedure
If you have questions, want a quick problem diagnosis, or need to return your Genesis-VPD to the factory: • Call Decatur Electronics Customer Service and ask for the Repair Services Department. Have the serial number of the radar gun ready. - Page 40 The customer is responsible for all shipping charges to the Decatur service location. Decatur does not accept incoming COD shipments. Decatur Electronics will pay the freight (up to $10.00 US) for shipping the system from the repair facility to the customer, providing the system is still under warranty.
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Page 41: Maintenance And Repair Record
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 11.3 Maintenance and Repair Record Date of Maintenance or Repair What Was Done By Whom ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________... -
Page 42: How To Order Additional Products
You can order upgrades to the Genesis-VPD (when available) as well as cases, power supplies, tripods, and tuning forks. To see product descriptions or order products, see the Decatur Electronics Web site at www.decaturradar.com or call the sales office at 800.428.4315. Product Description... - Page 43 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Rev. 09/04...
- Page 44 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Appendix A Radar Case Law The Offence of Speeding (General) R. v. Hickey (O.C.A.) 1976 Speeding is an offence of absolute liability. Defence of reasonable mistake of fact is not available. R. v. Hickey (O.H.C.J.) 1976 Speeding - defendant’s speedometer inaccurate - Court held speeding was a strict liability offence to which defence of reasonable mistake of fact did exist.
- Page 45 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL R. ats. Sim (O.C.A.) 1988 See transcript of evidence at trial no evidence of visual observation no evidence of officer’s training and qualifications no evidence tests performed on radar unit conformed with manufacturer’s specifications no evidence as to accuracy of tuning forks no evidence radar units “is capable of accurately measuring the speed of moving motor vehicles Held on appeal: Evidence before trial Court was sufficient...
- Page 46 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL R. v. Joudrey (1992) Nova Scotia Prov. Court The accused was charged with speeding contrary to s. 106(2) of the Motor Vehicle Act. The night of the alleged offence was foggy and drizzly. The accused insisted that he was not driving over the speed limit and challenged the accuracy of the RADAR readings.
- Page 47 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL to review sources of interference that may make the unit susceptible to inaccuracies. In addition, the testing procedure was sought for review. The Crown, in response to the preliminary motion, indicated that it would not provide a copy of the manual, but would consent to an adjournment so the defence could hire an expert in the operation of the RADAR machine.
- Page 48 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Owusu v. R. (P.O.A. Appeal Crt.) 1988 1. It is not mandatory for the speed limit sign to display a tab sign below. See Reg. 486 (d) “MAY” display... 2. There is no statutory provision in Ontario Highway Traffic Act, for the admissibility Of a certificate as to the accuracy of the tuning forks.
- Page 49 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL R. v. Meyer (P.O.A. Appeal Crt.) On appeal, Court held that there must be evidence that the radar device was “capable of registering the speed of vehicles”. 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...
- Page 50 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL R. v. Cook (1994) Nova Scotia Supreme Court The accused was convicted of speeding based on a reading from a moving RADAR. The accused appealed arguing that the trial Judge erred in finding that a prima facie case as to the accuracy of the RADAR equipment had been established since no certificate was produced attesting to the frequency used by the tuning fork to calibrate the machine.
- Page 51 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL RADAR device was operation in this case. All that could be safely inferred from the RADAR operators testimony and notes was that he tested the RADAR device and found it to be in good working order at some point or points during the relevant shift.
- Page 52 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL 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. Leaving aside cases in which calibration, verification of calibration, method of operation, qualifications of the operator or other factors cast a doubt on the evidence of operation and capabilities of a device,...
- Page 53 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL in question he manually and electronically verified the accuracy on three occasions. He also verified the devices operation after stopping the accused. Manual checks were done by means of a tuning fork. The accused was convicted. No expert was needed to provide evidence regarding calibration.
- Page 54 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL generally, therefore, judicial notice may not be taken of meaningfulness of tests. Radar operator should be able to give evidence as to whether the machine is in good working order and capable of recording the speed of the vehicle being tested. R.
- Page 55 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL R. v. Lehane (1982, 15 M.V.R. 160 (Ata Q.B.) There was no evidence that the device had been recently tested to determine whether or not the device was operating properly and was capable of accurately registering speeds. The Judge stated in his opinion it would be easy matter for police to test the accuracy of radar devices by means of a calibrated tuning fork or by some other means before...
- Page 56 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL officer was an “expect” as the evidence which he was being asked to give was not in the nature of an opinion but more in nature of observations. The trial judge clearly found that the police officer could operate the machine, that the machine was working properly, and that there was no evidence to show that it’s reading was inaccurate.
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Page 57: User Notes
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL User Notes Rev. 09/04... -
Page 58: Index
GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL Index Faster vehicle mode (FSt) 8, 13, additional products 3, 37, 42 18, 19, 20-22 angular interference 25-26 FCC 34, 37 antenna parameters 32 feedback interference 27 audio (Aud) 7, 16, 17 frequently asked questions away (A) 7, 16, 20 (FAQ) 36-37 backlight (bL) 7, 16, 17 HOLD icon 13... - Page 59 GENESIS-VPD™ USER’S MANUAL RFI icon 12, 13 RS232 communications 23, 42 scanning 28 secondary menu 17-19 SEL button 11, 12, 15, 17-18, 22 self test 11, 19, 29 sensitivity level (SEn) 16, 17, 36 serial output mode (Prt) 18, 19, 23 service 38-41 signs 23, 37 specifications 32-33...
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