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1. Mode Speed Monitoring e Laser Facts Tips e Radar Facts e Other Speed Detection Systems e Radar Detector Detector Warranty Information Specifications T WHISTLER CR90 OPERATION Alert Periscopes Whistler s Alert Periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert The two extra LEDs flash on and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert This alert can be programmed through the Option Select Mode ON OFF or FLASHING during alerts Dim Dark Mode Dim Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display e Press the Dark button to reduce illumination to a Dim setting e Press the Dark button a second time engages Dark Mode The display illumination is further reduced Dim or Dark Mode can be engaged during an alert In Dark Mode the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds after then the display returns to the dimmer setting e Press the Dark button a third time to restore full illumination to the display Auto Dim The Auto Dim feature automatically switches the illumination of the text display between the bright and dim settings according to the GPS time of 7am and 7pm so that the text display will always be easy to read To manually override the auto dim feature use the dark button on the unit Enter Option Select Mode to turn off the auto dim feature Understanding the Display The unit s display can be set up to indicate a Cardinal Point Headin
2. Mode Q OFF GPS Mode OFF ioe GMT 5 Change Time Zone to select DST NO D YES Daylight Savings YES SAVINGS Q NO __ Daylight Savings NO default D YES Clock Display YES default ceases a Clock Display NO AUTO D ON Auto Dim On default ADIM ON Q OFF A MPASS D YES Compass Mode ON default e ee Compass Mode OFF COMPASS JA VOICEN D ON _ Compass direction voice ON VOICE Q OFF Compass direction voice OFF UNIT of DorQ NEASURE SPD MPH English Metric DorQ Over speed warning Select SPON desired speed limit for alert DorQ Select low speed limit for SPEED EEE Auto Quiet to engage DorQ Select low speed limit for SPEED AITE Auto Filter to engage Press both EED HSPD Displays max speed TRIP Press both Displavs Trip mil MILEAGE D amp Q to clear 9P 2yS SMP mreage Press bot soe ALARM DorQ RADIUS RAD 400 Select 200 400 600 DELETE D RAD D or Q to select D and Qto Select delete waypoint radius Parone n ALL DEL Delete all manual waypoints 4 Pri ep Ps Z ae JE AEE a J lt gt S g J 5 Q Q zQ Q a Sc ft compos diet va OFF ea Engh Momie O Erei pcd nit P a Sene bage eae a oe i gt gt E MAX WD rg
3. CONTENTS Model Features Summary Installation e Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting e Power Connection and Fuse Replacement Operation ___SSSSSS CSSSCSCSC lt 38 19 e Power On Self Test Audio Level Adjustment Integrated Real Voice Auto Quiet Quiet Mode Speed Selectable Auto Quiet External Audio Jack City City 1 City 2 Mode Highway Mode Alert Periscopes Dim Dark Auto Dim Understanding the Display Setting Saver Feature Engaged Confirmation Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Redlight Soeed Camera Detection Getting a Satellite Lock Camera Alerts Manual Entry X K Ka Filter Mode Speed Selectable Filter Mode Ka Max Mode Traffic Flow Signal Rejection TFSR Option Select Mode Stay Alert Feature Teach Tutorial Mode Alert Priority Safety Warning System Intellicord Ready Reset Features RSID LSID Segmented Selectable Laser Receiver POP Mode Alerts Updating the Database aser Radar Alerts Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts Laser Audio Visual Alerts Pulse Protection e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e e L e e e OPERATION Speed Selectable Auto Quiet Traveling below the speed selected in option mode will engage Auto Quiet mode Note Enter Option Mode to set Speed Selectable Auto Quiet External Audio Jack The 2 5mm external stereo audio jack can be used to connect an external speaker or headphones in environments with high ambient
4. Ka Max Mode provides enhanced Ka sensitivity increased protection This mode can be selected with or without RSID See Option Select Mode for changing Ka options Traffic Flow Signal Rejection TFSR Recently many new products operate on X or K band causing nuisance alerts to radar detectors Some of these are radar based Traffic Monitoring Systems mounted to poles alongside the highway and others are K Band Lane Change Assistants and Blind Spot Detectors found on some automobiles When turned on in option mode helps eliminate excessive alerts from erroneous X and K band sources Traffic flow monitoring systems are getting more common Many of these systems generate radar signals to measure the flow of traffic across multiple lanes Most detectors will alert you to it unnecessarily This rejection feature examines the incoming signal and will aid in reducing the alerts to such sources We suggest you turn TFSR on if you are experiencing excessive X or K band false alerts every halt mile or so along stretches of roadway that contain these traffic flow sensors 12 INSTALLATION Windshield Mounting e Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes e Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen F Sa See s Sy SX Rubber L NJ Bumper Important Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield The windshield bra
5. closer or stronger the radar source Laser Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds Displays Shows LASER Ml I ll 19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number For reference please write your unit s serial number in the space provided on page 27 of this manual Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty Important To validate that your unit is within the warranty period make sure you keep a copy of your dat d store receipt You may register your warranty online at www whistlergroup com owever for namoy verification purposes a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for warranty work Service Out of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when e The unit s original warranty has expired e A dated store receipt is not supplied e The unit has been returned without its serial number e The unit has been abused modified installed improperly or had its housing removed The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is 85 00 U S If you require out of warranty service please return your unit as outlined in the section Service Under Warranty along with a certified check or money order Payment may also be made by MasterCard VISA or American Express personal checks are not accepted In the event repair
6. is defective Return defective cord to the factory PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough e Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode e Check audio level setting see page 8 e Check Speed Selectable Auto Quiet setting in option mode PROBLEM Unit falses too much e If alarms are POP Ka switch POP Mode to off e Ifthe above option doesn t help use a higher Filter setting e f alarms are X or K band and due to radar based traffic flow sensors or radar based vehicle blind spot detectors turn TFSR on 20 WARRANTY INFORMATION If you elect not to have your unit repaired it will be returned to you along with your certified check or money order Important When returning your unit for service be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address if applicable Customer Service If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detector or require service during or after the warranty period please call Customer Service at 1 800 531 0004 Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CT or visit the F A Q s at www whistlergroup com SPECIFICATIONS Laser Wavelength 905 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 Operating Temperature Range 10C to 70 C 41 F to 158 F Power Requirements Operational 12 to 15 vol
7. noise levels The internal speaker will be disabled City City 1 City 2 Mode Whistler s Three Stage City Mode is 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 e Press City button to cancel Highway Mode and engage City Mode e Press City button again to enter City 1 Mode e Press City button again to enter City 2 Mode e Press City button a fourth time to cancel City 2 Mode and returns the unit to Highway Mode In City Mode weak speed safety warning system signals give an initial alarm of two beeps and then remains quiet unless the signal becomes very strong When the signal strength increases two additional beeps are provided City 1 and City 2 Modes operate the same as Highway Mode but in City 1 Mode only the X band sensitivity is lowered In City 2 Mode X band is not detected Caution Some towns small cities may still be using X band radar City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar X K Ka Safety Warning System or laser signals are detected and is recommended for open road driving For more information on City and Highway modes please visit our F A Q page on our website www whistlergroup com Troubleshooting Guide Care and Maintenance Are Detectors Legal FCC Information POP
8. 4200Hz Laser Area 1 covers the traditional laser guns used in North America Laser Area 2 and 3 cover laser guns recently approved for use in North America You can change the selection from yes to no individually in option mode POP Mode Alerts Because POP Mode radar utilizes the same K or Ka band frequencies POP Mode Alerts will be displayed as regular radar alerts 18 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Under Warrant During the warranty period defective units will be repaired without charge to the purchaser when returned with a dated store receipt to the address below Units returned without a dated store receipt will be handled as described in section Service Out Of Warranty Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing a Laser Radar receiver there are no authorized service stations for Whistler brand detectors other than Whistler When returning a unit for service please follow these instructions 1 Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent fully insured with return receipt requested to Whistler Repair Dept 1412 South 1st St Rogers AR 72756 Please allow 3 weeks for turn around time Important Whistler will not assume l responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested CODs will not be accepted 2 Include with your unit the following information clearly printed e Your na
9. Monday Friday 8 00 am 5 00 pm CT or visit our website www whistlergroup com Please keep the receipt in a safe place You may register your product online at www whistlergroup com For warranty verification purposes a copy of your dated store receipt must still accompany any unit sent in for warranty work If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies Note Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase The warranty is validated only by the dated store receipt Please record the serial number of the unit in the space provided on page 27 of this manual To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your Whistler detector and to better understand the differences between detecting radar laser and safety radar signals we recommend reading this entire manual or visiting our F A Q page on our website www whistlergroup com Enjoy your Whistler detector and please drive safely Sincerely The Whistler Group Inc OPERATION Power On Self Test To turn the unit ON or OFF gently press the center of the Power Volume button into the side of the unit Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an automatic self test sequence confirms that the speaker visual displays are functional To turn the unit off e Press and release PWR briefly and the display will show a 5 second count down before powering off If you pressed the power button by mistake press the PWR bu
10. OPERATION Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver s alertness To engage when the unit is not alarming e Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 seconds Release the button during or immediately after the alert is given Display Shows fi fab beis Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alertness the driver must press either the City Menu or Quiet buttons within 3 5 seconds If a button is pressed within 3 5 seconds the cycle is repeated If a button is not pressed within 3 5 seconds an alarm sounds Display Shows i f e Press the Dark button to exit the Stay Alert feature WARNING Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for adequate rest You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are drowsy During extended periods of vehicle operation you should take frequent breaks Improper reliance on the Stay Alert feature may result in vehicle damage personal injury or death NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY 15 SPEED MONITORING Laser Facts It s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles In contrast a laser gun can target a specific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identification is the result of the laser gun s narrow beam A radar gun s transmissio
11. PS Related Features 21 GMT 5 22 DST OFF 23 Heading Voice OFF 24 Clock ON 25 Compass ON 26 Unit of Measure ENG 27 Over Speed CLEARED 28 High Speed CLEARED 29 Odometer CLEARED 30 ET CLEARED 31 Auto Quiet Speed 0 32 Auto Filter Speed 0 33 Alarm Radius 400 34 Delete Radius 400 RONAOVONAQUARWNH 17 SPEED MONITORING Radar Detector Detectors VG 2 Spectre The Interceptor VG 2 or simply VG 2 is one type of microwave receiver used by Police to detect signals radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector Because its purpose is to identify persons driving with radar detectors these devices are known as a radar detector detector RDD An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles If caught in a state or country where detectors are illegal see page 20 drivers risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine In addition instant on radar is almost always used in combination with an RDD leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receive two tickets one potential for speeding and the other for possession of a detector Note The newest tool Police have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre Spectre can detect the majority of undetectable VG 2 laser radar detectors on the market It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector user to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of rada
12. R 26 32 Y DorQ Laser Area 2 ON default AREA 2 S to select Laser Area 2 OFF LASER 3 8 4 2 Y DorQ Laser Area 3 ON default AREA 3 TOT to select Laser Area 3 OFF D ON Turn SWS ON Swe OEE Q OFF Turn SWS OFF default D ON Real VOICE Engaged VOICE VOICE ON Q OFF Real VOICE a D ON POP ON POEA Q OFF POP OFF default 13 INSTALLATION Power Cord Connection e Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit s power jack e Plug the large end into the vehicle s cigarette lighter socket Note Cord fits tightly into detector When installing the cord expect some resistance The USB can charge an ipad iphone smartphone MP3 or tablet The output for the USB port is 1A iP Fuse Replacement The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 3 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 disassembling Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on the tip With use the screw cap on the plug may loosen Retighten it occasionally BATTERY BSVR D ON Battery Saver ON default SAVER ON Q OFF Battery Saver OFF DorQ FcR Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter 3 DorQ FILTER Filter 1 Filter 2 Filter 3 ALERT DorQ Alert Periscopes ON LEDBLNK PERISCOPES ON OFF or Blinking TFSR D ON Tie Q OFF _ TFSR OFF default GPS GPS Y D ON GPS Mode ON default
13. ain frequencies which reflect off objects and are picked up by the radar gun s receiving section When a radar beam reflects off a moving target a measurable frequency shift occurs The radar unit converts this shift into miles per hour to determine your vehicle s speed Currently the FCC Federal Communications Commission permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band 10 500 10 550 GHz K Band 24 050 24 250 GHz and Ka Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Note A radar detector will only alarm if an officer is transmitting on any one of the above radar bands Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure vehicle speeds When these methods are being used no detector can provide a warning These techniques include e Pacing A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed e Vascar Aircraft The police measure the time it takes your vehicle to travel a known distance 23 OPERATION Default factory settings are S1 For Intellicord Quiet feature S2 For Intellicord Power ON or OFF ADIM ON Auto Dim ON HIGHWAY Mode Dim Dark Mode to full illumination of display Auto Quiet Mode OFF SWS OFF Vehicle Battery Saver ON Full Power Up sequence Default TONE 3 All Bands ON LASER LSID All Laser Windows ON POP OFF 15 Voice ON 16 LED Periscopes to BLNK 17 X K Filter 1 18 Ka Filter 1 19 TFSR OFF 20 GPS ON G
14. cket may leave permanent marks on this type of surface To find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield check the vehicle s owner s manual or ask your dealer We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in direct sunlight If the detector is removed this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles e Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place e If necessary the unit may be leveled by bending the windshield bracket Press the bracket release button and remove the detector before bending OPTION SELECT MODE Option Select Mode Press the Menu button to enter Option Select Mode Each press of the Menu button changes to the next selectable feature The Dark D button and the Quiet Q button turns the feature ON OFF or Blinking for example A button must be pressed within 20 seconds or Option Select Mode will automatically be exited Feature Display To Change Shows D Dar Q Quiet Dor Q Remote Control of Dim City Quiet S1 Quiet to select Power Waypoint Functions Dor Q Remote Control of Dim City Quiet DorQ Tone 1 2 3 D ON ON X K Ka Audio Tones ees oo X X ON D ON X Band ON default E Q OFF X Band OFF K K ON D ON K Band ON default 7 Q OFF K Band OFF Ka DorQ Ka Band RSID NORM BAND k NORM OFEMAX MAXID DorQ LASER LASER LSRLSID Ee sees LASER 02 95 Y DorQ Laser Area 1 ON default AREA 1 ooo to select Laser Area 1 OFF LASE
15. frequency counter The unit will categorize the received Ka signal and select the appropriate information Treat every Ka alert with caution LSID Laser Signal IDentifier Identify the Laser gun s pulse rate or PPS Pulses Per Second that is transmitted by the speed laser gun LSID may also be used to identify other forms of laser sources ah as LACC Laser Assisted Cruise Control systems found in some high end vehicles If the Laser PPS information displayed is due to another source such as local airports or LACC LSID allows you to Lock Out this rate from giving you the continuous audio alert during this and any new encounter of the same rate To Lock Out a PPS press the Quiet button during the Laser alert This will place an on the screen beside the PPS rate and Lock Out this signature ID Any new encounter with the same Laser Signature ID will provide the display information and two quick beeps NOTE Common Laser PPS rates used in the USA are 100 125 130 200 238 380Hz Other Laser PPS rates used outside the USA include 600Hz Caution Do not lock out a PPS rate if it is close to known speed laser guns Segmented Selectable Laser Receiver If these alerts are bothersome you may wish to make note of the PPS rate for these occurrences The laser validation windows are separated into segments allowing for customization Segment Pulse Rate Laser Area 1 20Hz to 950Hz Laser Area 2 2600Hz to 3200Hz Laser Area 3 3800Hz to
16. g Mode of Operation Highway and City modes and Clock Heading Mode of Operation FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS Bracket Release Button provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket Speaker provides distinct audio warnings Mounting Bracket Location slot holds mounting bracket firmly Radar Antenna compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals Front Laser high gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection 6 Rear Laser an integrated optical waveguide provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from behind 7 City Button reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas 8 Quiet 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 9 Power Volume Control gently press this button in to turn the unit on off Move back or forward to adjust the audio level 10 Dim Dark engages Dim Dark modes 11 Menu Button enters Option Select Mode 12 OLED Text Display provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected signal strength and indicates engaged modes of operation 13 Alert Periscopes provide an additional attention gettin
17. g visual alert a a a OPERATION Setting Saver Setting Saver stores your personalized settings so that when the detector is turned off and then on again you do not have to re enter them Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on two beeps confirm feature off Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the detector after 3 hours The timer is reset if the detector is turned off unplugged or any button is pressed before the timer has expired The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off During this warning you can momentarily reset the timer by pressing any button If the unit has automatically turned off press the Power button to turn the unit back on Refer to Option Select Mode for instructions for changing the battery saver mode options Red Light SpeedCamera Detection This unit is capable of alerting to these locations with the updatable database Getting a Satellite Lock Powering up the unit will begin its search for satellites During this time the unit will flash the satellite icon on the display Please allow several minutes for the unit to lock onto the satellites This delay is normal when the unit is turned on at least 500 rales from when the unit last received a satellite lock or if several days have passed since its last usage NOTE Driving while initially sea
18. ing the use of radar detectors in trucks over 18 000 Ibs and in Illinois in trucks over 26 000 Ibs FCC Information FCC ID HSKWH20 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Important FCC requirements state that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Whistler could void the user s authority to operate the equipment POP Mode POP Mode is a feature on some radar guns operating on K and Ka bands When the gun is in POP Mode and activated a brief burst of energy less that 1 15 of a second is transmitted and the vehicle s speed is quickly acquired A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission 21 OWNER S MANUAL CR9O HIGH PERFORMANCE LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 1716 SW Commerce Dr Ste 8 e Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 Fax 479 273 2927 Customer Return Center 1412 South 1st St e Rogers AR 72756 Customer Service Tel 800 531 0004 www whistlergroup com P N 260044 06A14 2014 The Whistler Group Inc a WHISTLER Dear Whistler Customer If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call Customer Service 1 800 531 0004
19. me and street address for shippin via UPS a daytime telephone number sacl an email address if applicable e A detailed description of the problem e g Unit performs self test but does not respond to radar e A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale 25 OPERATION Updating the Database Follow the steps below to update the Laser Radar Detector Step 1 Remove the Laser Radar Detector from the vehicle and bring it to your PC Note You do not need to power the Laser Radar Detector to update it Step 2 Download the update program and install it on your PC Note Program is not MAC compatible Step 3 Download and save the msc file downloaded to your PC Create a folder for the unit so you can store future updates and save this file into the newly created folder DO NOT RENAME THE msc FILE OR TRY TO OPEN IT Step 4 Open the update program and plug the USB cable into the Laser Radar Detector Step 5 Click the Open File button on the update program and locate the saved file from Step 3 Click the DB Update button to install the file Step 6 When update is complete close the update program unplug the USB cable and the Laser Radar Detector is ready with the new updates LASER RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts en X K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength are displayed The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter like pattern The faster the beep the
20. n can cover more than a four lane highway at a distance of 1 000 feet compared with a laser gun s transmission which covers about 3 feet at the same distance For best protection keep these points in mind e Because the vehicle s license plate or headlights are the laser gun s primary targets mounting the Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range e Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through If you can t see past a vehicle ahead of you chances are your detector can t either e The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same as a radar detector e Laser guns are most often used at short range Whistler Laser Radar detectors receive all current laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905 50nm including but not limited to the following e Ultra Lyte e LT 20 20 e LTI TruSpeed S e Laser Ally e Pro Laser II Ill e Laser Atlanta Stealth Mode 22 OPERATION Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet buttons simultaneously e Display Shows e Press Dark button to exit Alert Priority When two or more signals are received at the same time the alert priority is 1 Laser 2 Soeed Radar 3 Safety Warning System Example If X band is alerting then suddenly a laser signal is detected the laser warning will override the X band alert Safety Warning System I
21. n communities where transmitters are located the Safety Warning System provides over 60 text messages When SWS is detected the audio alert is geiger counter like Safety Warning System Text Message Example Poor Road Surface NOTE Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters Intellicord Read The optional INTELLICORD power cable allows the user to remotely control two of the following detector features Power On Off City Modes Dim Dark Mark Waypoint and Quiet Auto Quiet with a press of a button located on the power cable s plug See option mode for selecting the functions to work with the INTELLICORD Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings e Unplug the Power Cord from the unit e Press and hold the Power and Quiet buttons e Plug the Power Cord into the unit e Wait for 2 beeps Release the Power and Quiet buttons Unit is now reset to the following features and settings 16 SPEED MONITORING Laser Tips If you are the targeted vehicle a laser gun can ne determine your speed within a few seconds after you receive an alert In this situation there is generally no time to safely adjust your speed However if oo are traveling icle and receive near or behind the targeted ve an alert response time should be sufficient Any laser alert regardless of duration requires immediate action Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at cert
22. r detectors WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty l This Whistler Laser Radar detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of two years from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused modified installed improperly or if the housing and or serial numbers have been removed There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to the above time Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product Note Units that cannot be repaired will be replaced with the same or similar model Replacement unit s warranty will be based on the original unit s purchase date 24 OPERATION Whistler has two features that will assist the driving enthusiast to further identify threats from laser and Ka band radar guns Ka RSID Ka Radar Signal IDentifier Identify the difference between the Tikelihood of a Ka threat vs the likelihood of a Ka false from another source possible radar detector Ka RSID feature will educate you to the common Ka speed radar guns by displaying and announcing the nominal police radar frequencies of 33 8GHz 34 0GHz 34 3GHz 34 7GHz 35 5GHz Ka alerts that do not fall into the common Ka speed radar windows will be reported only as Ka NOTE This product is not a
23. rching for satellites will take longer than if you are stationary Acquiring satellites takes much longer the first time Camera Alerts When approaching a known camera the unit will provide the type of alert Red Light Camera Traffic Camera Speed Camera or User Location Example the display will show TRF CAM then count down the distance to the camera Once past the camera location the unit will provide a beep beep audio tone and the word PASS will be shown on the display 11 FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS 14 GPS Antenna provides Traffic Camera alerts as well as other speed selective settings 15 Power Jack provides connection for the power cord 16 USB Jack provides connection to a PC for data updates 17 External Audio Jack a 2 5mm size jack for external audio use INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines e Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield e Do not mount the unit behind wipers ornaments mirrored sunscreens etc These obstructions have metal surfaces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time Regular tinted glass does not affect reception e Some windshields have an Instaclear or Electriclear type coating which affect radar signals Consult your dealer or the owner s manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating e Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with the windshield e To reduce the pos
24. s cannot be covered by the minimum service fee you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you C wo HS 26 LASER RADAR ALERTS Pulse Protection Pulse or instant on radar is more difficult to detect than conventional radar because it remains off until activated 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 reaiu Displays Shows pi iH Fey Bs After the 3 second pulse alert the standard alert pattern continues for as long as the signal is present It is important to respond promptly to a pulse alert since warning time may be minimal TROUBLESHOOTING Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed 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 operating optimally please refer to the troubleshooting guide below PROBLEM No display or audio e Check fuse in pu replace if noae ay with a 3 amp 3AG type e Check fuse for lighter socket replace if necessary e Make sure lighter socket is clean PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps e Check for loose lighter socket tighten and clean e Check connections at both ends of the power cord Substitute another cord to determine if the cord
25. sibility of theft conceal the unit when not in use Windshield Mounting IMPORTANT Make sure the unit is level OPERATION Manual Entry Waypoint The unit will save a special location i e a new red light camera or even a trap if you enter it manually The unit will store 1000 user locations NOTE Manual entries must be approximately 330 feet apart to prevent overlapping locations To manually enter a location simply press and hold the QUIET button and the unit will beep to confirm Manual entries can be deleted within a certain radius selected in Option Select Mode Once a radius is selected the data can be deleted within the selected Radius or they all can be deleted completely from memory X K and Ka Filter Modes There are times when a radar detector in another vehicle can emit a frequency which can cause your detector to falsely alert These Filter Modes allow you to select the level needed for your area to minimize the occurrences of these false alerts X K and Ka Filter Mode factory default settings should provide adequate filtering for most conditions If you experience excessive alerts due to radar detectors in other vehicles increase the Filter level for the band received See Option Selection Mode to change the filter settings Speed Selectable Filter Mode Traveling below the speed selected in option mode will apply the maximum Filter Note Enter Option Mode to set Speed Selectable Filter Ka Max Mode
26. ts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal Patents can be viewed here www whistlergroup com pat POP Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries Inc SWS Mode is a trademark of Safety Warning Systems L C Specifications are subject to change without notice write serial number in the space provided 27 TROUBLESHOOTING If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide please call Whistler Customer Service at 1 800 531 0004 or visit our F A Q page at www whistlergroup com before returning your unit for service Care and Maintenance During the summer months avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time Do not spray water cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the unit Also do not use any abrasive cleaners on the unit s exterior Are Detectors Legal In Most States YES Laser Radar detectors are legal in every state except Virginia and Washington D C which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle when used in automobiles or light trucks under 10 000 Ibs The Federal Highway Administration FHWA issued a regulation effective January 1994 which prohibits radar and laser detector use in vehicles over 10 000 Ibs Prior to the FHWA regulation laws existed in New York restrict
27. tton again during this 5 second period will cancel power down e If the unit is powered by a switched 12 volt source the unit will turn off when the ignition key is removed Audio Level Adjustment To cane the audio level e Move Power Volume button back to increase audio level e Move Power Volume button forward to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level Integrated Real Voice Real Voice will be used to articulate the following 1 Band Identification 2 Safety Warning System categories 3 Feature Selection 4 Compass Heading N S E W Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet mode reduces the selected audio level to level 1 approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety warning system signal is detected The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level 1 Auto Quiet mode does not affect laser alerts e Press Quiet before a signal is detected to engage Auto Quiet mode e Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet e Press Quiet when the unit is not alarming to cancel Auto Quiet mode Quiet Mode Quiet mode cancels audio during an alert and any new alert within 20 seconds After 20 seconds of no radar signal detected the audio alerts are restored e Press Quiet to cancel the audio e Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the standard audio alert pattern TABLE OF

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