Whistler GT-265Xi Owner's Manual

Whistler GT-265Xi Owner's Manual

Laser/radar detector

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OWNER'S MANUAL
GT-265Xi
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC.
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
3604 NW Frontage Rd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927
© The Whistler Group, Inc. 2012
www.whistlergroup.com

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  • Page 1 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL GT-265Xi LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 3604 NW Frontage Rd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927 © The Whistler Group, Inc. 2012 www.whistlergroup.com...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the Dear Whistler Customer, operation of this Whistler product please call: Whistler has added new features made specifically for the uSTOmer eRVICE International market. This model not only packs features common with Whistler’s models but also includes the following 479-273-6012 new features not found in USA models;...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary..........4 - 5 Radar/Laser Alerts ..............21 Installation ................6 - 9 • Radar Alerts • Mounting Guidelines • Laser Audio/Visual Alerts • Windshield Mounting • Pulse Protection® •...
  • Page 4 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 7 FEATURES FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: Feature Listings of GT-265Xi 1. Bracket Release Button – provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket.
  • Page 5: Installation

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 9 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. •...
  • Page 6: Power Cord Connection

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Power Cord Connection Fuse Replacement • 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, •...
  • Page 7: Operation

    OPERATION Power On and Self-Test Auto Quiet Mode Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic Auto Quiet mode provides an alternate alert pattern self-test sequence confirms that the speaker, visual displays approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety warning are functional along with many of the saved settings.
  • Page 8: City/City 1/City2 Modes

    OPERATION City/City 1/City 2 Modes Highway Mode Whistler’s City Modes are designed to reduce the annoyance Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar (X, of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices K, Ka, and Safety Warning System - SWS) or laser signals are which share frequencies with police radar.
  • Page 9: Dim/Dark Modes

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 17 OPERATION OPERATION X/K Filter Mode Dim/Dark Modes Recently, many new products operate on X or K band causing Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. nuisance alerts to radar detectors. Some of these are radar •...
  • Page 10: Ka Narrow Mode

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 19 OPERATION OPERATION Ka Narrow Mode Segmented Selectable Laser Receiver The laser validation windows are separated into segments Many countries do not share the same Ka radar guns as the allowing for customization in your country. USA.
  • Page 11: Safety Warning System Sws

    gt-265ximan.qxp 1/17/2012 3:14 PM Page 21 OPERATION OPERATION Safety Warning System™ SWS Option Select Mode - continued Feature: Display: To Change: Option: In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety Warning System™ can transmit over 60 messages. When an Laser Segment L1 for ON, 1.
  • Page 12: Stay Alert

    “off” until activated VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY. to measure the speed of a targeted vehicle. When a pulse type transmission is detected, your Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second audio warning and the display shows a “P”.
  • Page 13: Reset Features

    • Wait for 2 beeps. TROUBLESHOOTING • Release the Quiet button. 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. If your unit has been correctly installed following the guidelines in this manual, but is not 1.
  • Page 14: Speed Monitoring Technologies

    If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in group of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a specific this Troubleshooting Guide, please call Whistler Customer vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed. The...
  • Page 15: Laser Tips

    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.
  • Page 16: Fcc Information

    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.
  • Page 17 • 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 $45.00 (U.S.Funds). If you require out of warranty •...
  • Page 18: Specifications

    3:14 PM Page 35 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...

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