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- Page 1 If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call customer technical service: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST...
- Page 2 Stay Alert feature tests driver’s alertness on long solo trips. Whistler’s 1595SE also offers a digital display with safety mes- sage icons to keep you informed while you drive. To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler 1595SE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Model Features Summary 3 - 5 Installation 6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation 10 - 16 • Power On And Self-Test • Memory/Beep Confirmation • Audio Level Adjustment •... -
Page 4: Model Features Summary
WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler 1595SE R G N C Y Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: 1. Bracket Release Button - Provides quick and easy re- lease of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack - Provides connection for the power cord. - Page 5 WHISTLER FEATURES 7. Quiet/Menu Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.
- Page 6 Velcro ® Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level dashboard. Hardwire Kit - 10 ft. hardwire connects directly to vehicle’s fuse box. Protective Travel Case - Designed for convenience stor- age of your Whistler Radar Detector.
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Page 7: Installation
INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield. • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time. -
Page 8: Dash Mounting
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plastic safety coat- ing on the inside of the windshield. The windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on this type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield, check the owner’s manual or ask your dealer. -
Page 9: Visor Mounting
INSTALLATION Visor Mounting • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot. • Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is rela- tively level and has a clear view of the road. Slide on visor Insert into bracket mounting slot Power Connection •... - Page 10 INSTALLATION Fuse Replacement Installation Lighter Socket Cord The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrew the tip of the plug. (IMPORTANT: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a spring which may fly out when disas- sembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on the tip.
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Page 11: Operation
OPERATION Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual dis- plays are functional and displays the engaged features. • Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads:... -
Page 12: Audio Level Adjustment
OPERATION Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low to high, in nine steps: (0) is no audio level, (8) the highest. • Press Volume to increase audio level. • Press Volume to decrease audio level. As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the dis- play indicates volume level. - Page 13 City/City 1/City 2 Mode Whistler’s three-stage City Modes are designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar.
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Page 14: Dim/Dark Mode
OPERATION lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected. CAUTION: When selecting this mode, some towns/small cities may still be using X band radar. If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and the unit receives a strong radar signal, the unit performs the Auto Quiet feature. -
Page 15: Stay Alert
OPERATION Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert- ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • Press and hold (City) for 2 seconds. Display reads: RU ALERT Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show alert- ness, the driver must press either the (Volume), (City) -
Page 16: Option Select Mode
OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Real Voice, Abbreviated Power Up Se- quence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited. -
Page 17: Teach/Tutorial Mode
OPERATION When Custom is displayed, pressing the Quiet button again instead of the Volume button allows changing of other fea- tures. If one of the volume buttons is pressed it selects one of two preprogrammed selections, night or truck. Once night or truck is selected you cannot change other features. -
Page 18: Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the closer the radar source. - Page 19 SAFETY RADAR ALERTS Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter- like. Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor Road Surface: CAUTION POOR ROAD SURFACE Note: Safety Warning System consists of 60 text messages. See insert for full description and abbreviations.
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Page 20: Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
LASER/VG-2 ALERTS Laser Audio/Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and signal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a mini- mum of 3 seconds. Example: LASER The more “|||” the closer the laser source. VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides”... -
Page 21: Reset Features/Care Maintenance
RESET FEATURES/CARE & MAINTENANCE Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings. • Remove Power from unit. • Press and hold (Power) and (Quiet). • Apply power to the unit. • Wait for 2 beeps. • Release . -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
PROBLEM: No display or audio. • Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. • Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary. -
Page 23: Are Detectors Legal
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Similarly, when used in automobiles or light trucks, radar detectors are legal in almost every state. Exceptions are Virginia and Washington, D.C., which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle. -
Page 24: Speed Monitoring Technologies
For best protection, keep these points in mind: • Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets, mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range. • Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through. -
Page 25: Other Speed Detection Systems
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to mea- sure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include: • Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed. -
Page 26: Warranty Information
All express or implied warranties for this prod- uct are limited. Whistler is not liable for damages of any type arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product. - Page 27 WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed: • Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), and a daytime telephone number.
- Page 28 • Enclosed registration card(s) not filled out and returned to Whistler. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty ser- vice, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Ser- vice Under Warranty”...
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Page 29: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS • Dimensions: 1.1"H x 2.7"W x 4.6"L • Weight: 6.5 oz. • Laser Wavelength Detection Range: 50 nanometers (nm) • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band) 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band ) 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband) •... -
Page 30: Accessories
ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available through Whistler retailers or can be ordered directly from Whistler by call- ing 1-800-531-0004. Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket $6.95 202139 Windshield Bracket $9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug $7.95 (Requires 206550 or... - Page 31 Sales Tax (if Applicable) Shipping and Handling 3.00 Total Enclosed SEND ORDER FORM WITH CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO: Whistler CTS 16 Elizabeth Drive Chelmsford, MA 01824 IF PAYING BY MASTERCARD OR VISA PLEASE PROVIDE: Type Of Card _____ MasterCard...
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