Snooper Evolution User Manual

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  • Page 1 Evolution G P S S p e e d C a m e r a D e t e c t i o n S y s t e m User Manual...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    The Evolution connects quickly and easily to your PC so that you can download the database in a matter of minutes (internet connection required).
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Introduction Components Features Registering your Snooper Evolution Software CD Downloading Installing the Evolution Operating Instructions Features and Settings Motorcycle Installation Troubleshooting Specification Snooper Accessories & Price List Service under Warranty...
  • Page 4: Components

    Components The following components come as standard with your Snooper Evolution: - 1 x Snooper Evolution system 1 x Windscreen suction cup bracket 2 x Hook and loop fastener 1 x Coiled power lead with cigarette lighter socket adaptor 1 x Straight 2M hard wire lead...
  • Page 5: Features

    Features MODE/MENU NEW LOCATION MUTE SELECT /CANCEL DC 12V OFF 2 POWER ON/OFF A MODE/MENU & Scroll Button B MUTE/CANCEL & Scroll Button C New Location & Select Button D LED Text Display E Windscreen Bracket Mounting Slot F 12V Power Input Socket G USB Computer Interface Socket H GPS External Antenna Socket Power On/Off &...
  • Page 6: Registering Your Snooper Evolution

    IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SNOOPER EVOLUTION The Evolution is not pre populated with the Enigma database, at the time of purchase for security reasons. Before attempting to download the Enigma database onto the Evolution the unit must be registered.
  • Page 7: Software Cd

    Before you can begin downloading the database onto your Snooper Evolution you will need to install the driver software for the USB PC connection lead first and then the Evolution Updater software that enables you to do this. There is a certain minimum amount of hardware and software requirements needed in order for the software to be installed and used successfully.
  • Page 8: Downloading

    1 Switch on your PC. 2 Connect the computer to the Internet. 3 Right click on the Evolution Updater icon and left click ‘Download Settings’ and select the database files your require. Once selected click ‘OK’. 4. Connect the USB lead to your computer and plug the other end of the lead into your Evolution in the socket marked USB.
  • Page 9: Installing The Evolution

    GPS antenna, which can be positioned either on the rear parcel shelf or outside the cabin of the vehicle. Once you have found a suitable location for your Evolution secure it in place by using either the suction cup windscreen bracket provided or the ‘Hook and Loop’...
  • Page 10 Finally plug the smaller plug on one end of the power cable into the socket marked DC 12V on the back of the Evolution and plug the larger plug into the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle. Your Snooper Evolution is now ready for use.
  • Page 11 Slide the Evolution onto the bracket until it is secure. RS232 • To remove the Evolution, simply slide the unit off the bracket from the front. • Finally plug the smaller plug on one end of the power cable into the socket marked DC12V on the back of the Evolution and plug the larger plug into the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle.
  • Page 12: Power Connection

    The Evolution comes with a power cable designed to plug into your vehicles cigarette lighter socket. Take the lead and plug the smaller end into the DC 12V input socket on the back of the Evolution and plug the cigarette lighter adaptor into your vehicles cigarette lighter socket.
  • Page 13 Direct connecting/hard wiring your Evolution You can power your Snooper Evolution by wiring it directly to your vehicles 12V electrical system using the ‘Hard Wire’ cable supplied as standard with your unit.
  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Standby screen of your choice (See Standby Screen below). As soon as the standby screen is displayed your Evolution is ready to use and will now automatically alert you of any locations stored in its database. A variety of audible and visual alert patterns are explained later on in this section.
  • Page 15 ‘CITY’ or ‘ALL’. ALL Mode In ALL Mode the Snooper Evolution will detect all fixed safety cameras that are within the selected range of the unit. If you were travelling on a section of motorway for instance it would mean that the unit could detect locations situated on an ‘A’...
  • Page 16 ‘User data stored’ and the screen will display ‘Save M’ and the number of the location in your unit’s memory. When you next pass the site your Snooper Evolution will now alert you to that new location. As you approach the fixed speed safety camera the unit will display ‘User Pnt’...
  • Page 17 When you attempt to save the new coordinate and the display reads ‘Mem Full’ it means that the memory in your Snooper Evolution is completely full. If you want to store any new coordinates you will have to either delete some or all of the existing coordinates stored in the unit’s memory.
  • Page 18: Features And Settings

    Menu. 2. Warn Sel The Snooper Evolution allows you the option of choosing whether or not you would like to receive advanced warnings of Primary Schools (Schools are time sensitive on the Evolution – 08:30-09:30am, 12:00-13:00 and 15:30 to 16:30) and areas such as Accident Black spots that may not currently have Speed Trap’s installed near them but which are still considered High Risk...
  • Page 19 It is possible to add and edit your own personal locations on your Snooper Evolution. To add a new location make sure you are stationary and parked in a safe, legal manner then press and hold the ‘New Location’ button for approximately two seconds.
  • Page 20 SELECT button. The unit will confirm the new setting by displaying ‘Changed’ twice and will return to the Menu. 8. Logic There are a number of different ways that you can programme your Snooper Evolution to locate fixed cameras. You can choose between three different Logic Modes:...
  • Page 21 This safety feature has been designed to let you program your Snooper Evolution to alert you when you reach any speed you choose. For instance you could set your unit to alert you when your speed reaches 30mph so that you never accidentally stray over the speed limit.
  • Page 22: Motorcycle Installation

    Motorcycle Installation The Snooper Evolution can be installed on to a motorcycle. An ear piece is available as an optional extra so that audible alerts can be heard. Instructions for mounting the Evolution are as per the installation guide on pages 7 to 11.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    SECTION ONE 1. Have you registered your Evolution? You will not be able to download the database unless the Evolution is registered. To register your unit visit www.snooperneo.co.uk 2. Is the USB PC connection lead supplied with the Evolution connected...
  • Page 24 Warning: We do not recommend disabling your firewall software in order to perform a download to your Snooper Evolution nor can we advise how to alter the settings on third party software nor can we be held responsible for any action taken by the computer user that makes the computer more vulnerable to viruses and computer hackers.
  • Page 25 Also check that the in-line fuse is intact. The unit cannot acquire satellite connection Check that the Evolution’s built in GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky above. If this is the first time you have powered up your Snooper Evolution please remember that the first ‘cold’...
  • Page 26: Specification

    Specification General Power requirements 10 – 16V DC, 310mA (Negative Ground) Temperature Range 4 to 158OF (-20 to 70OC) Dimensions Width 105mm Depth 75mm Height 27mm Receiving Method 18 channels parallel Receiving Frequency 1575.42Mhz +/- 1Mhz, C/A code Initial cold Start 45 to 50 minutes (Typ) At normal temperature Normal Cold Start 90 seconds (Typ) At normal temperature...
  • Page 27: Snooper Accessories & Price List

    Snooper Accessories & Price List The following accessories are available from your local Snooper dealer. For further details please visit www.snooperuk.com External GPS extension antenna……………………………………..£34.99 Coiled power lead with cigarette lighter adaptor……………………….. £12.95 2m Straight power lead with cigarette lighter adaptor………....£12.95 2m Straight hard wire lead with fuse……………………………………..
  • Page 28: Service Under Warranty

    Your Snooper Evolution comes with a standard two year manufacturer’s warranty. If, for some reason, your unit requires service under warranty return your Snooper Evolution, via special or recorded delivery and in suitable packaging to: The Returns Department Performance Products Limited...

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