Beltronics Express E926CS Operating Instructions Manual

Beltronics Express E926CS Operating Instructions Manual

Radar/laser/safety detector

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with 65 Digital Voice Messages and Digital Display
with 10 Digital Voice Messages and Digital Display
Operating
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for models
E926CS and
E916CS

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  • Page 1 65 Digital Voice Messages and Digital Display with 10 Digital Voice Messages and Digital Display Operating instructions for models E926CS and E916CS...
  • Page 2 introduction Thank you for purchasing a 926 or EXPRESS EXPRESS Radar/Laser/Safety detector. Your new unit offers the most advanced technology available for detecting all Radar and Laser speed monitoring devices. In addition, EXPRESS features Digital Voice Messages for Radar/Laser and sws ™...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    table of contents Profile of Features l page Description of Features l page Power-Up Test Sequence l page Tutorial Mode l page Memory Retention of Feature Selections l page Adjusting the Audio Level l page (Dim/Dark) Button l page (Audio Mute) Button l page (City/Highway) Button l page Reset to Factory Settings l page Selectable Features l page...
  • Page 4: Profile Of Features L Page

    profile of features (Power/Volume) Button: pressing briefly will turn the unit . Pressing a second time will bypass the power up test sequence. Holding the button down will change the audio level. Indicator: illumination of green Safety Warning System ® ™...
  • Page 5: Description Of Features L Page

    If your unit presents an illumination pattern other than this standard power-up test sequence, return it to beltronics for servicing. Tutorial Mode The Tutorial mode allows you to become more familiar with all audible and visual alerts. To engage this mode, press and hold ,then press when the unit is off.
  • Page 6: Adjusting The Audio Level L Page

    Adjusting the Audio Level Once your unit has completed the power-up test sequence, the audio level can be adjusted by holding the button down. As you hear the audio level change, the digits in the Digital Display provide a visual reference of the audio level. To reverse the direction in which the audio level increases/ decreases, briefly release, then hold down the button again.
  • Page 7 more rapid as the strength of the Radar signal increases. With this mode engaged, the automatic mute mode enables you to conveniently monitor extended encounters without having to manually mute or adjust the volume setting. To return to the continuous audio alert pattern, press the button a second time while the unit is not alarming.
  • Page 8: Reset To Factory Settings L Page

    ® , vg-2 Guard ® Alert, 60 sws ™ Digital Voice Messages (Model E926CS only) and Digital Voice ® prompts for Radar/Laser/vg-2 Guard are all features which may be selected , depending upon your preference. These Selectable Features are referenced by the digits , #3 and #4 respectively.
  • Page 9 Digit #1 solid—sws ™ Digit #1 flashing—sws ™ ® Guard Alert— When on, unit will detect signals from Interceptor vg-2 ® transmitters. Factory setting is off. Use of vg-2 Guard recommended only in areas known to use the Interceptor vg-2. Digit #2 solid—vg-2 Guard ®...
  • Page 10 Entering Selectable Features Mode With the unit , press and hold the button then press button. The amber X will illuminate and a short “beep” will sound. Immediately after the “beep”, digit will appear and indicate the status of the sws Selectable Feature.
  • Page 11 Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location. Choose a location where the unit will not be hazardous in case of an accident. For optimum detection, position your unit with a clear, unobstructed view of the road from the front and rear. Do not allow the unit to make contact with the windshield.
  • Page 12 Slide the visor bracket onto the top of the detector until it snaps into place. Clip the detector to the edge of the sun visor nearest the windshield. Windshield Mounting Remove the mounting bracket cover on top of the unit by pressing on the raised dots and pushing outward.
  • Page 13 Power Jack Your detector operates on volts and receives power from the cigarette lighter socket. The cigarette lighter plug has been designed to fit universally in all sockets. The lighter socket must be clean and well grounded for proper operation. Fuse Replacement If your unit is not operating because the fuse has blown, replace the fuse as follows:...
  • Page 14 Laser within a large “field of view” . express 926 and express 916 incorporate ’s number one rated Laser detection. Twin Laser ports detect energy far outside the main Laser beam— including off-axis signals—providing the largest achievable ° “field-of-view” . The alerts received by your unit are the same whether they are received from the front or rear.
  • Page 15 Since Radar signals travel in a straight line, this Radar encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Once the signal is received, the initial warning consists of the X, K or Super Wideband Ka audio and visual alerts and the simul- taneous illumination of a signal strength digit.
  • Page 16 Radar signals travel in a straight line and do not pass through earth. Consequently, police Radar aimed at the crest of a steep hill cannot be received until you are at or near the top. Warning time may be minimal (as in situation #2) since a strong signal is not present until you are near the crest of the hill.
  • Page 17 signal’s range very quickly and receive only a brief alert. Although many times the probable source of the false signal can be identified (supermarket, bank, commercial building, etc.), caution is advised until the source can be confirmed. The X band alert pattern caused by a non-police source can look like the initial alert produced by actual police Radar.
  • Page 18 flashing, the vg-2 alert is over and your unit resumes scanning for Radar and sws ™ signals. Note—activation of Guard ® does not affect detection of Laser signals. ® ™ Safety Warning System ) Alerts (sws With the Safety Warning System ™...
  • Page 19: Conditions That Affect Laser Alerts L

    performance verification Conditions that Affect Radar Alerts If you feel your unit is not alerting properly, keep in mind that there are many conditions that influence the intensity or duration of an alert: The police are using instant-on/pulsed Radar, in which case no signal is transmitted until visual contact has been made with your vehicle.
  • Page 20 troubleshooting Solutions for Common Problems If your express 926 or express 916 is not operating properly, please refer to the outline below. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Procedure Unit not Plug not properly inserted Reinsert plug and rotate receiving power Fuse in power cord is Replace with 1 amp defective 250 Volt 3ag fuse (see page 12)
  • Page 21 Limited 1-Year Warranty This warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not apply if the unit has been subject to physical abuse, improper installation, modification, or if the housing or serial number of the unit has been removed. manufactures its products using parts and components which are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry standard practices.
  • Page 22 You must provide a copy of a dated sales receipt for your unit in order to receive service under warranty. service Warranty Service If you feel your detector is not functioning properly please review this manual, particularly the section on Performance Verification.
  • Page 23 specifications Radar Receiver Frequencies: 10.45 gh to 10.60 gh (X Band), to 24.25 gh (K Band), 33.4 gh to 36.0 gh (Super 24.05 gh Wideband Ka) Operating Temperatures: ° to ° ( ° to ° ) Power Supply Requirements: Volts, (10.5 volt to 16 volt range) Radar Antenna Type: Patented Diecast Horn with Integrated Transition to Microstrip Mixer...
  • Page 24 Head Office 2422 Dunwin Drive Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5L 1J9 (905) 828-1002 (905) 828-2951 FAX www.beltronics.com This product is subject to one or more of the following patents: Other Patents Pending Safety Warning System l.c.–Patents Pending. , Fundamental Mixer Technology,...

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