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INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the Dear Whistler Customer, operation of this Whistler product please call: Whistler has utilized its High Performance antenna design and uSTOmer eRVICE added new features made specifically for the European market. This model not only packs features common with Whistler’s...
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary..........4 - 5 Radar/Laser Alerts ..............23 Installation ................6 - 9 • Radar Alerts • Mounting Guidelines • Laser Audio/Visual Alerts • Windshield Mounting • Pulse Protection® • Power Cord Connection Reset Features ................24 •...
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FEATURES FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: Feature Listings of PRO-78XRi 1. Bracket Release Button – provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, Safety Warning System, and laser.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines Windshield Mounting • Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the • Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket windshield. by fitting them into their holes. • Do not mount the unit behind wipers, ornaments, •...
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Power Cord Connection Fuse Replacement - power cord • Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’ s power jack. The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp, 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. To replace the fuse, •...
5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an will resume at the lower level. Auto Quiet mode does not automatic self-test seq uence confirms that the affect laser alerts.
City/City 1/City 2 Modes Whistler’s City Modes are designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. Generally, X band is used for these devices.
OPERATION OPERATION Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Dim/Dark Modes The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the detector Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. after 3 hours if the unit has constant power. • Briefly press and release the Dark button to reduce illumination to a Dim setting.
Ka narrow mode Option Ka Filter Modes of 34.3 but only Whistler includes 34.0 and 35.5 with the There are times when a radar detector in another vehicle, Narrow Plus feature. See Option Select Mode to engage Ka can emit a frequency which can cause your detector to Narrow Plus mode.
OPERATION OPERATION Laser Signature ID (LSID) Adjustable Laser Receiver - continued Identify the Laser gun’s pulse rate or PPS (Pulses per Second) An example of this may be to shorten the first window from that is transmitted by the speed laser gun. LSID may also be .05-1.0 to .05-.90, the second window can be adjusted from used to identify other forms of laser sources such as LACC 1.0-2.0 to 1.2-2.0.
OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode - continued Safety Warning System™ SWS In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety To Change: To Reset or Warning System™ can transmit over 60 messages. When an Press Quiet: Display Shows: D=Dark/Q=Quiet Accept Groups: Options: SWS signal is detected the audio alert is Geiger counter-like.
“off” until activated to measure the speed of a targeted vehicle. When a pulse type transmission is detected, your Whistler detector • Press the DARK button to exit during the Get Rest message. sounds an urgent 3-second audio warning and the display...
• Wait for 2 beeps. Troubleshooting • Release the Power and Quiet buttons. Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed Unit is now reset to the following features and settings. to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable, trouble-free operation.
The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identification is this Troubleshooting Guide, please call Whistler Customer the result of the laser gun’s narrow beam. A radar gun’s...
Laser guns are most often used measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being at short range. Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all used, no detector can provide a warning. current laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of These techniques include: 800-1000nm.
All express or implied warranties It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector for this product are limited to the above time. Whistler is user to know and understand the laws in your area not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
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• Your name and street address (for shipping via USPS), a improperly, or had its housing removed. daytime telephone number and an email address, if The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler applicable. detector is $75.00 (U.S.Funds). If you require out of warranty •...
ACCESSORIES WARRANTY/SPECIFICATIONS Customer Service The following accessories can be ordered from Whistler by calling Representatives are available to answer your questions 1-479-273-6012. Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT - USA) at: 1-479-273-6012 Order # Description Price via email at: info@whistlergroup.com or visit the FAQ’s at...