RADAR/LASER DETECTOR available today. This booklet contains instructions and information designed so that you will be able to understand how the Cobra® ESD-6050 works and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used. Enjoy your Cobra® ESD-6050 Radar/Laser Detector and drive safely.
Highway/City Button Band Indicators Windshield Bracket Mount 12V DC Power Jack Thank you for purchasing the Cobra® ESD-6050 Radar/Laser Detector. Properly used, this Cobra® product will give you many years of reliable service. Customer Support Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual.
Contents Introduction...A1 Safety Alert® Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators...A2 Our Thanks to You...A3 Customer Support ...A3 Features ...1 Installation ...2 Quick Start ...5 LED Displays...6 Operation...7 Turning On ...7 Highway/City Mode ...8 Detection ...9 Band Detection...9 Audible Alarm Indicator ...9 Instant On Detection...10 Radar ...10...
Installation Location Location Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra® ESD-6050 is very important for optimum performance. Both radar and laser transmissions pass through glass but not through other objects. For this reason the Cobra® ESD-6050 lenses must not be blocked. It is best to locate your detector as low on the front windshield as possible.
(when Peel top paper off. mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra® ESD-6050 has a level, clear view of the road before you attach the hook and loop material. Plug power cord into detector.
Quick Start Set Highway/ Set Highway/City Mode City Mode City For urban driving–reduces number of X-Band audible alerts. Press and release CITY LED will illuminate green while in City mode Highway For all other driving. Set Muting Mode Auto Muting Automatically reduces volume of alert in progress after 4 seconds.
Operation Highway/City Highway/City Mode The Highway/City function is controlled by a Mode 2-step button. The Highway mode is automatically engaged when the unit is powered up. In the City mode, false radar alerts will be reduced. Note In or near cities, there are To engage City Mode: many sources of false radar signals such as microwave...
Instant-On Instant-On Detection Detection The Cobra® ESD-6050 is also designed to detect Instant-on speed monitoring signals. Immediate action is required when warning is given. Safety Alert Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System ®...
However, unlike a standard radar detector, your Most likely a false radar source. Exercise Caution. Cobra® ESD-6050 is designed to differentiate between a Use Full Caution. There are no false standard K-band alert and a Safety Alert warning. laser signals.
Replacing Power Cord Fuse Unscrew cap of cigarette lighter adapter and remove fuse. Replace with 1-ampere fuse only. Troubleshooting If your COBRA® LASER DETECTOR ESD-6050 isn’t 5 FT. WIDE 10 FT. WIDE 20 FT. WIDE 30 FT. WIDE...
Specifications Specifications GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A. FREQUENCIES 1. X BAND 2. K BAND 3. Ka BAND 4. VG-2 5. Safety Alert 6. Laser B. UNIT DIMENSIONS 3.6” x 2.8” x 1.1” COBRA® ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA® 6 Band® Radar/Laser Detectors, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of one (1) year 10.525 GHz ±...
Optional Accessories Straight 12V DC Power Cord Curled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Includes plug and fuse 420-080-N-001 420-080-N-002 You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra® Dealer If you wish, you can order directly from Cobra®. Order by phone Call 773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
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