Beltronics Shifter ZR4 Owner's Manual
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1. mode for approximately sixty seconds giving you time to pass the speed trap Once this time has expired the alert LED will turn off and a double beep tone will be given indicating that the SHIFTERS are now back in the active mode Controls and Features Display Brightness SHIFTER s display brightness is automatically adjusted to suit ambient lighting conditions in your car The light sensor is located to the left of the Mute button on the Display Controller and may dim the display momentarily when accessing this button Alert Indications Audible Since Laser signals are a possible threat no matter how weak the SHIFTER ZR4 alerts you with a full continuous laser alert Alert Indications Visual Separate front and rear alert lamps red LED s provide visual indication for incoming signals Once a laser signal is received the appropriate alert lamp red LED will begin to flash indicating that a laser signal has been received and that the SHIFTERS are transmitting back If the manual shut off feature is engaged the alert lamp red LED will switch to a solid on state and will remain on until the sixty second timer has elapsed see page 3 for more details Diagnostics Your SHIFTER ZR4 comes complete with built in self diagnostic circuitry and error indications During the start up sequence the SHIFTER display will make certain that all components are connected and communicating properl2. Laser Detection e Quantum Limited Video Receiver e Multiple Laser Sensor Diodes GE 3R Laser Transmitter e Multiple Laser Shifting Diodes 16F 8R Display Type e LED indicators e Automatic Brightness Control Power Requirement e 12VDC Negative Ground Dimensions Inches Display Controller 4 2 x 1 4 x 55 Front Laser Units 4 65 x 1 8 x 0 8 e Rear Laser Unit 6 0 x 1 0 x 65 How Laser Works How Laser Lidar Works Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR Light Detection and Ranging LIDAR guns project a beam of invisible infrared light The signal is a series of very short infrared light energy pulses which move in a straight line reflecting off your car and returning to the gun LIDAR uses these light pulses to measure the distance to a vehicle Speed is calculated by comparing the change in distance over time LIDAR or laser is a newer technology and is not as widespread as conventional radar therefore you may not encounter laser on a daily basis And unlike radar detection laser detection is not prone to false alarms Because LIDAR transmits a much narrower beam than does radar it is much more accurate in its ability to distinguish between targets and is also more difficult to detect As a result even the briefest laser alert should be taken seriously There are limitations to LIDAR equipment LIDAR is much more sensitive to weather conditions than RADAR and a LIDAR gun s range will be decrea
3. Once the ZR4 Laser SHIFTER is linked to one of these detectors all visual and audible alerts are generated through the detector eliminating the use of the supplied display controller Start Up Sequence Once the ZR4 has been successfully installed the detector will provide confirmation of this by displaying a ZR4 Shft factory default Zr4 Off or Zr4 Rec message during its start up sequence If both the detector and the SHIFTER Display Controller are connected at the same time both will go through a self test Once the self test is complete the Display Controller will go to sleep relying on the detector s display any visual information If the SHIFTER Display Controller is connected and the detector is turned off the SHIFTER Display Controller will provide all visual indications from the SHIFTER ZR4 How to change the ZR s setting using the detector Once the detector is connected to the ZR4 s Interface module you may change how the Laser SHIFTERS operate Three options are available Shft SHIFTERS On factory default Rec received only and Off Laser SHIFTERS will not receive or transmit To change the factory default setting 1 Enter the Program Mode or Preferences on the detector see detector owner s manual for details 2 Press the REVIEW button until you reach the Bands category 3 Select the Laser category 4 Press the CHANGE button to toggle betwe
4. the alert tone volume level rotate the thumbwheel on SHIFTER s Display Controller Turn the volume control knob to the left to increase the audio volume When you turn the SHIFTER on it will go through a sequence of alerts and verify communication to the laser transceivers Power On Indication After the SHIFTER s start up sequence is complete the pilot LED blue will stop flashing informing you that the system is turned on and functioning properly Mute Remote Mute Button The Mute Button located on SHIFTER s front panel or the installed Remote Mute Button allows you to silence the audio alert during a laser encounter To mute the audio briefly press the Mute Button or the installed Remote Mute Button once After that laser encounter has passed the mute will automatically reset and the audio will alert you to the next encounter Manual Receive Only Mode The Remote Mute button can also be used to manually shut off the laser transceivers once you have corrected your speed Since some laser guns provide jamming codes for the officer this can be useful to avoid any undue attention Simply press the installed Remote Mute Button or the mute button located on the Display Controller twice during a laser alert All SHIFTERS will cease to transmit and the alert LED will stop flashing and remain on This indicates that you are now in receive only mode The SHIFTERS remain in the receive only
5. CINCINNATI MICROWAVE SHIFTER ZR4 is designed in the USA CINCINNATI MICROWAVE 5440 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 Sales Service 800 433 3487 LaserShifting com 2008 CINCINNATI MICROWAVE ESCORT SHIFTER ZR4 SPEED OF LIGHT PROTECTION and CINCINNATI MICROWAVE are trademarks of Escort Inc BELTRONICS is a trademark of Beltronics USA Inc Features specifications and prices subject to change without notice CINCINNATI MICROWAVE SHIFTER Z lt SPEED OF LIGHT PROTECTION SHIFTER lt VOL OFF FRONT POWER REAR LASER SHIFTING TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION Owner s Manual Congratulations and Important Warning Congratulations Your new SHIFTER ZR4 is the most advanced defense system against targeting laser guns The SHIFTER ZR4 includes 2 front mounted and 1 rear license plate mounted laser transceivers interface module display controller with audible and visual alerts and a remote mute button In addition your new SHIFTER ZR4 introduces a new level of Laser defense including e Visual indicators for front and rear signals e Volume adjustment e Self test diagnostics mode with error indication e Standard remote mute button provides one touch mute and manual receive only mode e High Speed A D converter dramatically improves laser detection range Please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your new SHIFTER s performance and features Please drive s
6. afely PLEASE NOTE This product may be limited or prohibited in some jurisdictions Check applicable laws before using IMPORTANT INSTALLATION WARNING The SHIFTER ZR4 requires professional installation New car dealers and a select group of car audio specialists can install the SHIFTER ZR4 for you Call us toll free at 1 800 433 4387 or visit our website at LaserShifting com for an authorized dealer near you Attempting to install the SHIFTER ZR4 without expertise in automotive electronic installations can cause personal injury during the installation or can damage your SHIFTER or your vehicle If your vehicle is damaged during installation its safety systems may be compromised which could cause personal injury or property damage Table of Contents Introduction e Congratulations e Important Warning e Quick Reference Guide Controls and Features e Laser Transceivers e Power and Volume Control e Power on Indication e Mute Remote Mute Button e Receive Only Mode e Display Brightness e Alerts e Diagnostics Error Indications e Detector Configuration Optional 2 A A A O D N A Q WM N Nn Technical Details e Specifications e How Laser Works Service e Troubleshooting e Service e Accessories e Warranty Quick Reference Guide Power Volume Control Rotate the thumbwheel to turn the SHIFTER on and set the volume We recommend wiring the SHIFTER to a switched circuit so that it will turn o
7. e Check all connections or contact your installer During the start up sequence the rear alert indicator LED flashes and a double brap tone is heard e The rear SHIFTER is not communicating with the interface Check all connections or contact you local installer Service Service Procedure If your ZR4 ever needs service please follow these steps 1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual It may have a solution to your problem 2 Contact your local installer or car dealer where you purchased the system They will evaluate your unit and arrange repairs if necessary Parts Replacement parts are available through your dealer Accessories Optional Link Cable 2 95 Product Registration Register your SHIFTER ZR4 online at www LaserShifter com CINCINNATI MICROWAVE One Year Limited Warranty CINCINNATI MICROWAVE warrants your SHIFTER against all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of the original purchase subject to the following terms and conditions The sole responsibility of CINCINNATI MICROWAVE under this Warranty is limited to either repair or at the option of CINCINNATI MICROWAVE replacement of the SHIFTER detector There are no expressed or implied warranties including those of fitness fora particular purpose or merchant ability which extend beyond the face hereof Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
8. en Zr4 SHFT Zr4 REC and Zr4 OFF 5 To leave the Program Mode or Preferences simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any buttons Visual Laser Alerts When a laser signal is received from the front the detector will display F Laser Shifter When a laser signal is received from the rear with the rear SHIFTER installed the detector will display R Laser Shifter Dark Mode on the detector If the detector is placed in Dark Mode the SHIFTER Display Controller will provide visual alerts for radar and laser Note Radar signals are a series of flashing LED s and do not provide direction indication Mute Both the standard remote mute button and the mute button on the detector will provide Mute and manual Receive Only modes Error Messages Front ZR4 Error During the start up sequence if one or both of the front mounted SHIFTERS are not communicating properly the detector will display Front Shifter Error accompanied by an audible alert tone This sequence will end and the detector will work normally as a radar laser detector Rear ZR4 Error During the start up sequence if the rear Laser SHIFTER is not installed or stops communicating the detector will display Rear Shifter Error accompanied by an audible tone This sequence will end and the detector will work normally Specifications Features and Specifications Operating Bands e Laser 904nm 33 MHz bandwidth
9. n off with your vehicle s ignition SHIFTER SRA lt 4 VOL OFF Front Signal Indication Flashing LED red provides visual alert for incoming laser signals received from the front of the vehicle Power On Indication Single LED blue provides power on and self diagnostics indication Rear Signal Indication Flashing LED red provides visual alert for incoming laser signals received from the rear of the vehicle Automatic Brightness Control A built in photocell will adjust the display brightness automatically based on the ambient light in the vehicle FRONT POWER REAR Mute Button Briefly press this button on the display controller or the standard remote mute button to silence the audio for a specific alert The audio will alert you to the next encounter Press the mute button twice during an alert for manual receive only mode Controls and Features Laser Transceivers Your SHIFTER ZR4 is equipped with a total of three 2 front 1 rear laser transceivers These highly sensitive laser transceivers will detect a laser signal and respond or transmit a pulsed signal back in order to Shift or confuse the targeting laser gun These highly sensitive transceivers must have a clear view of the road and must be installed parallel to the road and aimed correctly in order to work properly See Installation Manual for complete details Power and Volume Control To turn the SHIFTER on and adjust
10. sed by anything affecting visibility such as rain fog or smoke A LIDAR gun cannot operate through glass and it must be stationary in order to get an accurate reading Because LIDAR must have a clear line of sight and is subject to cosine error an inaccuracy which increases as the angle between the gun and the vehicle increases police typically use LIDAR equipment parallel to the road or from an overpass LIDAR can be used day or night Troubleshooting Problem Solution SHIFTER will not turn on e Check that the volume control is turned ON e Check that the vehicle ignition is ON e Check all connections SHIFTER did not alert when a police car was in sight e Officer may not have the laser unit turned on e Officer may have been targeting another vehicle e Officer may be using a radar gun not a laser gun SHIFTER display feels warm e It is normal for the display to feel warm SHIFTER s power on sequence reoccurs while you are driving sequence A loose power connection can cause the SHIFTER to be briefly disconnected and will trigger the power on The alert LED stopped flashing when you muted the audio e You have engaged the manual shut off feature which remains in a receive only mode for one minute During the start up sequence the front alert indicator LED continues to flash and a double brap sound is heard e The front SHIFTERs are not communicating to the interfac
11. so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty does not cover installation removal or reinstallation charges CINCINNATI MICROWAVE is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising from the use misuse installation or mounting of the SHIFTER Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific rights You may have other legal rights which vary from state to state This Warranty does not apply if the serial number on the housing of the SHIFTER has been removed or if your SHIFTER has been subjected to physical abuse improper installation or modification
12. y On initial start up the power on indicator blue LED will blink During this time communications between the front SHIFTERS Interface and rear SHIFTER are tested Finally the Interface and Display communications are tested If everything is working correctly a double beep tone is given and the power on indicator will stop flashing and remain on Error Indications The ZR4 will test each element of the system during the start up sequence If communications stop i e cable is disconnected an error message is given Front SHIFTER Error If one or both of the front mounted SHIFTERS is not communicating properly the front LED on the display controller will remain on and a double brap tone will be heard This sequence will continue until the unit is turned off indicating that service is required Rear SHIFTER Error The ZR4 can be installed without the rear laser SHIFTER If the rear SHIFTER stops communi cating or is not installed the rear LED on the display controller will remain on approximately 5 10 seconds during start up and a double brap tone is given Once this sequence is complete the rear LED on the display controller will turn off Optional Detector Configuration The new Laser SHIFTER ZR4 laser defense system can be integrated or linked toa PASSPORT or BELTRONICS radar and laser detector creating the ultimate protection against radar and laser guns Contact your local installer for details
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