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- Page 1 Scout 2 User’s Manual Rev 12/15/2021 This manual intended for use in Canada only...
- Page 2 The Scout 2 incorporates high performance and long range, with many leading features. We urge you to study this manual before using the Scout 2 so you can maximize the benefits of this sophisticated radar device. We believe you will be pleasantly surprised by the features and advantages.
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Page 3: About This Manual
Do not submerge the Scout 2. If the device should accidently get submerged contact your factory authorized service centre immediately! • Do not drop the Scout 2 on hard surfaces since damage could occur. Units damaged by dropping or abuse are not covered for warranty repair. Violation of these guidelines may void the warranty. -
Page 4: Battery Charging
Introduction The Scout 2 is a stationary radar that gives you the option to track vehicles that are approaching, receding, or moving in either direction simultaneously. Directionality dramatically enhances the target selection process. For example, if the radar is set in toward mode (down arrow), it will track only vehicles coming toward the radar and ignore all vehicles moving away from it! On a road with bidirectional traffic, you can choose to make traffic moving in either direction invisible to the radar. - Page 5 Scout 2 Controls and Display Controls The operation of the Scout 2 is controlled by the three-button key pad and the trigger. TEST When you press the TEST button, the radar runs a comprehensive self test. FAST / Power If the radar is off, pressing the FAST/Power button will turn it on. To turn the radar off, press and hold the Fast/Power button until the powering down message is displayed then release.
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Page 6: Radar Display
Radar Display Display Zones The Scout 2 uses a black and white display. The display is divided into an upper information zone and a lower speed zone. Information Zone The information zone of the display will show : Hold / Xmit When radar is transmitting it will show Xmit otherwise it will show Hold. - Page 7 ERROR shows that the radar has detected an internal hardware error which can affect the proper operation of the radar device. You should turn the radar off and back on. If the problem persists, contact Decatur Electronics at 800-428-4315 or your local factory authorized service centre for assistance.
- Page 8 If you lock a speed while in Fast mode, the locked speed replaces the Fast speed. Changing the radar settings By using the menu feature, you can review and change many of the radar's settings. The radar will remember the settings you last set when it is turned off and will power up with them.
- Page 9 Secondary Menu The secondary menu (gear icon) allows you to make adjustment to less common settings. In this menu you will find: Squelch The squelch determines the type of Doppler audio you want. When squelch is on, the sound is only the Doppler tone for the displayed target.
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Page 10: Performance Tips
Faster Mode The advanced signal processing algorithms in the Scout 2 simultaneously track multiple vehicles. In FAST mode, the radar displays the speed of the strongest vehicle and a faster vehicle at the same time. To determine which is the faster vehicle, the radar takes the strongest return signal and uses it as a reference level. - Page 11 How Radar Works Determining a vehicle’s speed begins with the radar transmitting a beam of microwave energy (radio waves) at a target vehicle. When energy from this beam strikes a vehicle, a small amount of the energy is reflected back to the antenna.
- Page 12 If multi-path beam cancellation occurs, the target vehicle speed sporadically blinks and reappears at semi-random intervals. This type of interference occurs when the radar loses track of a target vehicle because the target is reflecting two or more signals, which are interfering with each other. The Scout 2 is immune from multi-path cancellation.
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Page 13: Testing The Device
Vehicle Ignition Interference The Scout 2 has been designed to operate from their internal battery pack but can be powered from the vehicle’s USB receptacle. When connected to the USB receptacle it should be noted that some vehicles exhibit excessive alternator noise at the USB receptacle. -
Page 14: Mounting Configurations
For items not under warranty Decatur Electronics will refer you to an Authorized Service Centre, who will provide you with an estimate for the repair. Decatur Electronics will not assume the repair charges for units that are out of warranty or for service work performed on warranty units when that work is not warranty related. - Page 15 If the unit was purchased under a special buying program (federal and provincial purchase contract, non-standard warranty terms, etc.), then the above warranty may not apply. Please refer to the buying schedule contract for the appropriate warranty terms or contact Decatur Electronics' Customer Service Representative at 800-428-4315 or service@decaturelectronics.com.
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Page 16: Specifications
Specifications Antenna Parameters K-Band IACP Type III Nominal transmission frequency 24.150 GHz Nominal horizontal beamwidth 12° H 24° V Polarization Linear (Vertical) Nominal microwave power output 7 mW Maximum aperture power density <1 mW/cm2 Environment Ambient operating temperatures -30ºC to +60ºC Maximum humidity 90% relative humidity (non-condensing) at 37°C Speed Range Parameters... -
Page 17: Ised Radiation Exposure Statement
ISED Information This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. - Page 18 www.DecaturElectronics.com 800.428.4315...
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