Do not change settings of the product while driving. Uniden expects consumer’s use of these products to be in compliance with all local, state, and federal law. Uniden expressly disclaims any liability arising out of or related to your use of this product.
CONTENTS CUSTOMER CARE .................. 2 R9 OVERVIEW ..................4 WHAT’S IN THE BOXES? ................4 PARTS OF THE R9 ..................7 KEYPAD ....................7 DISPLAY UNIT ..................10 R9 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ............... 11 MENU SYSTEM ..................13 BASIC OPERATIONS ................13 MAINTENANCE ..................15 MAINTAINING THE EQUIPMENT ............
LONG RANGE RADAR/LASER DETECTOR USER’S MANUAL R9 OVERVIEW Uniden’s R9 is an advanced installed laser radar detector with actual laser interruption capability. It provides outstanding detection range and usability. WHAT’S IN THE BOXES? The R9 packup consists of three boxes.
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What it is What it looks like What it does Speaker Provides audio output for alarms and alerts, etc. Active Alert Incoming signal indicator. (Red = signal coming from front; Blue = signal coming from rear; Green = all clear). Usually mounted in speedometer area or area within line of sight.
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What it is What it looks like What it does Mounting Multiple brackets and screws Bracket and to mount front Remote Radar Screws for according to different vehicle Remote Radar configurations. Laser Connects transponders to main Distribution interface. Hex wrench Use with various screws for installation.
What it is What it looks like What it does Mounting Multiple brackets and screws Bracket and to mount rear Remote Radar Screws for according to different vehicle Remote Radar configurations. Transponder Detects specific laser signals. Interfaces (2) Double-Sided Adheres equipment and cabling to Adhesive surfaces.
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PRESS TO... PRESS AND HOLD TO ... Turn R9 on. Turn R9 off. VOL + Turn volume up (9 levels: 0 - 8; Default = 4). There is one beep and a volume up display. In Menus, go to next item. Turn volume down (9 levels: 0 - 8;...
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PRESS TO... PRESS AND HOLD TO ... MUTE/ • Turn MUTE on and off. DIM - Changes the display brightness: • MUTE on - Press MUTE/DIM to mute • Auto (Default). Set radar, laser, red-light cameras, and brightness levels for the overspeed alarms.
DISPLAY UNIT The separate display unit installed in the dashboard is the visual display for alarms, alerts, and menu selections. It also displays from which direction the signals are coming. Signal Direction Front Light Side Sensor Rear NOTE: If GPS = ON, the OLED’s left display area shows the display selected in the menus. If GPS = Off, the OLED’s left display area shows Volt regardless of user settings.
OLED EXAMPLES MEANING User Mark Detected Information displayed: • Current speed in mph/km/h 1090 ft • Distance to user mark • User mark icon Time Display Information displayed: • Voltage 11:45 12.8 • Time and AM/PM Volt • Highway/City/Advanced Red Light Camera - Quiet Ride Information displayed: •...
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This illustration shows the R9 basic element placement. Laser Distribution Box Laser Controller Laser Transponder Speaker Transponder Radar Radar Detector Detector Display Laser Laser Transponders Alert Keypad Transponders The Controller is the brain of the R9 system. It provides power to and communications between the elements that attach to it.
R9 Controller Specification • Rating : DC 12 V, 2A [ power requirements : DC 11 – 16 V ] • Operating Temperature Range : -10 ° to +70 ° • Storage Temperature Range : -30 ° to +95 ° •...
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Mute alarm audio during Press MUTE/DIM during an audio alarm to mute it. the alert Press and hold MUTE/DIM. The unit displays the Change the screen’s brightness current brightness level. Press MUTE/DIM again. The R9 announces the brightness level (Bright, Dim, Dimmer, Dark, or Off) as it changes to that level.
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HOW DO I ...? TRY THIS... Press MENU. The first menu selection is Highway Change Highway to City (default). Press MENU to cycle through Highway, City, or Auto city mode or set Auto City and Advanced. After you select Highway or attenuation levels in City, press and hold MENU to exit.
UPDATING THE FIRMWARE/DATABASE Uniden recommends that you update your R9 firmware and database periodically. Go to www.unidensupport.com/radar-detectors/, find your model, and check if you have the latest firmware. For the R9, load the new update onto the included USB stick.
TROUBLESHOOTING If... TRY THIS... The unit won’t turn on Check the connections. Be sure they are all secure. No display or audio. If no display, check the connections. Be sure they are all secure. If no audio, check if Voice is turned off. The unit alarms when the vehicle Check the connections.
FCC/IC COMPLIANCE Contains FCC ID : W75-BTM0 FCC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subjected to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IC COMPLIANCE This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the Operating Guide for this product.
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The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at: Uniden America Corporation C/O Saddle Creek 743 Henrietta Creek Rd., Suite 100...
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