Whistler XTR-105 User's Manual
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1. K Ka or Safety Radar followed by clicking The clicking will continue for as long as the detected signal is present or any new signal is detected within 20 seconds becoming more rapid as the strength of the signal increases Quiet Mode Pressing Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new alert within 20 seconds After approximately 20 seconds 2 beeps are provided on any new alert and unit then remains quiet e Press Quiet to cancel the audio e Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the standard audio alert pattern or turn the unit off then on OPERATION City City I City Il Mode Whistler s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door open ers intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar Generally X band is used for these devices e Press City to cancel Highway mode and engage City Display will switch from H to C e Press City again to enter City Mode e Press City again to enter City Il Mode Note After 3 seconds I or II City Mode indicator turns off e Pressing City a fourth time cancels City Il Mode and returns the unit to Highway Mode n City Mode speed safety radar signals give an initial alarm of two beeps and then remains quiet until the signal becomes very strong and wo additional beeps are provided City and City Il Modes operate the same as Highway ode but in City Mode only the X band sensi2. Provides distinct audio warnings for X K Ka band radar safety radar laser and VG 2 3 Mounting Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly 4 Radar Antenna Compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals 5 Front Laser Antenna High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection 6 Rear Laser Antenna 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 Pressing QUIET during a radar encounter silences audio alerts while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed 9 Power Volume Control Turns unit on off and adjusts audio level 10 Icon Display offers easy to read icons to indicate power city mode radar band identification and signal strength 11 VG 2 Laser Indicator Shows the unit is receiving VG 2 or laser signals 12 X band Indicator Shows the unit is receiving an X band signal 13 K Ka band Indicator Shows the unit is receiving a K Ka band signal 15 City Indicator Indicates that the unit is operating in city mode 16 Signal Strength Indicator Shows the strength of the signal being detecte
3. OOM YY Alternately Flashes Alert WARLA XTR 105 SWS Display Note You will not be able to receive SWS alerts if transmitters are not located in your area Total Band Protection Complete Band Coverage that detects laser radar VG 2 and safety radar bands 12 VG 2 ALERTS VG 2 Detection Mode The VG 2 also known as a radar detector detector is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector See page 19 for more information on VG 2 Press and hold the Quiet button Unit beeps once for VG 2 on twice for VG 2 off When a VG 2 signal is detected the VG 2 alert is sounded After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled and the V L icon illuminates This cycle is repeated if the VG 2 signal is again detected During the period a VG 2 signal is detected a radar signal cannot be detected However because the VG 2 alert has confirmed that a patrol car is nearby you are already aware of the potential for speed monitoring and can adjust your speed accordingly Laser detection is not affected while a VG 2 signal is detected Note VG 2 must be turned on each time the unit is turned on to receive VG 2 Alerts 13 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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
4. detector capable of detecting the VG 2 may alert you to the pres ence of a speed trap The newest tool Police have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre as of this printing Spectre can detect most undetectable VG 2 laser radar detectors on the market 19 WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty This Whistler Laser Radar detector is warrant ed to the original purchaser for a period of one year 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 if the housing has been removed or if the serial number is missing There are no express war ranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to one year Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product 20 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Under Warranty 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 special ized 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 under wa
5. ivity is lowered In City II Mode X band is not detected Caution using City Il mode Some towns small cities may still be using X band radar Note City Mode does not change the audio alert or laser or VG 2 Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar X K Ka Safety Radar or laser signals are detected and is recommended for open road driving For more information on City and Highway mode lease visit our FAQ page on our website www whist lergroup com OPERATION Engaging Disengaging VG 2 See VG 2 detection mode to turn this feature on Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector after 6 hours The timer is reset if the detector is turned off unplugged or any button is pressed before the time has expired The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off During this warning you can reset the timer by pressing any button If the unit has automati cally turned itself off press any button to turn the unit back on LASER RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts hen X K or Ka band is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter like pattern The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source Ee weak signal Ill strong signal i hl al LSAT TS X K Ka fel C 1 M M W L K Ka Icon will flash for Ka detection Las
6. OWNER S MANUAL XTR 105 Total Band Protection LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 13016 N Walton Blvd Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 Fax 479 273 2927 Whistler Customer Return Center 1201 N Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Customer Service Tel 800 531 0004 www whistlergroup com P N 260009 Whistler 2007 T WHISTLER Dear Whistler Owner If you have questions concerning the oper ation of this Whistler product please call CUSTOMER SERVICE 1 800 531 0004 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 receipts an out of warranty service charge applies INTRODUCTION Note Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase The warranty is validated only by the dated store receipt Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space provided in the warranty section of the manual To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your Whistler detector and to better understand the differ ences between detecting radar laser and safety radar signals we recom mend reading this entire manual or by visiting our FAQ page on our web
7. d 17 Highway Mode Indicator Indicates that the unit operating in highway mode e Total Band Protection Complete Band Coverage that detects laser radar VG 2 and safety radar bands INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield Do not mount your 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 coatings which affect radar signals Consult your dealer or the owner s manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if our windshield has this coating e Avoid placing unit in direct contact with wind shield To reduce the possibility of theft conceal your unit when not in use Windshield Mounting e Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen lex IMPORTANT Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield The windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on this type of surface To find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield check the owner s manual or ask your dealer We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in direct s
8. ehicle 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 time it takes a vehicle to travel a known distance is measured 18 SPEED FACTS Radar Detector Detectors VG 2 Spectre The Interceptor VG 2 or simply VG 2 is a 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 the VG 2 is known as a radar detector detector The VG 2 is the primary tool used by the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles If caught in a state where detectors are illegal see page 16 drivers risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine In addition instant on radar is almost always used in combination with a VG 2 leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receiving two tickets one potentially for speeding the other for possession of a detector Having a radar detector capable of detecting the VG 2 may alert you to the presence of a speed trap For more information on speed monitoring technologies please visit our FAQ page on our website www whistlergroup com It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors NOTE Having a radar
9. er Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the V L will be illuminated The audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds 10 LASER RADAR ALERTS Laser Tips If you are the targeted vehicle a laser gun can often 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 you are traveling near or behind the targeted vehicle and receive an alert response time should be sufficient Any laser alert regardless of duration requires immediate action 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 and the display will show a max signal streng A level NM Max Signal 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 11 LASER RADAR ALERTS Safety Warning System Audio Visual Alerts When your XTR 105 Whistler detec tor detects a safety radar signal it provides a distinctive audio tone and Alternately flash es the I and Ill LEDs and then the Il LED Signal Strength Indicator Alert N a fl GA
10. has expired eA dated store receipt is not supplied eThe unit has been returned without its serial number eThe unit has been abused modified installed improperly or had its housing removed The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is 35 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 for 35 00 Payment may also be made by MasterCard VISA or American Express personal checks are not accepted In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum 35 00 service fee you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you If you elect not to have your unit repaired it will be returned to you along with your certified check or money order 23 WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 Whis require service during ler detector or or after the warranty period please call Customer Service at 1 800 531 0004 Representatives are availab e to answer your questions Oi onday Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CT www whistlergroup com 24 SPECIFICATIONS Laser Wavelength 905 50 nanometers nm Radar Freq
11. is not operating optimally please refer to the roubleshooting guide below PROBLEM No display or audio Check fuse in Whistler plug replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type Check use for lighter socket replace if necessary ake sure lighter socket is clean PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City ode Check audio level setting see pg 7 8 PROBLEM Unit gives laser alert when accelerating See F A Q page at www whistlergroup com PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps Check for loose lighter socket tighten and clean Check connections at both ends of power cord Substitute another cord to determine if cordis defective Return defective cord to the factory 14 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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 FAQ page at www whistlergroup com faq detectors asp before returning your unit for service Care amp 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 15 ARE DETECTORS LEGAL In Most States YES Lase
12. p these points in mind e Because your vehicle s license plate or headlights are the laser gun s primary targets mounting your 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 won t either e The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same as a radar detector 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 10mm e Pro Laser II II e LTI 20 20 e Ultra Lyte 17 SPEED FACTS Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain frequencies which reflect off objects and are then 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 not alarm if an officer is not transmitting on any one of the above radar bands frequencies Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure v
13. r Radar detectors are legal in every state with the exception of Virginia and Washington D C which have local regula ions restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle Concerning trucks over 10 000 Ibs the Federal Highway Administration FHWA issued a regulation effective January 1994 which prohibits radar detector use in these ypes of vehicles nationally FCC Information FCC ID HSXWHO01 FCC ID HSKWH10 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 gevice must accept any interference rele ived inclu ing interference that may cause ndesired operation IMPORTANT FCC requirements state that anges ol y Whistler cou not expressly approved by Whistler could void the User s ority to operate the equipment 16 SPEED FACTS 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 penne vehicle out of a line of traffic and etermine 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 transmission can cover more than a four lane highway at a distance of 1 000 feet com pared with a laser transmission which covers about 3 feet at the same distance For best protection kee
14. rranty 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 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turn around time IMPORTANT Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ticour unit insured with return receipt requested COD s will not be accepted 21 WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 Include with your unit the following clearly printed information eYour name and street address for shipping via UPS a daytime telephone number and an e mail address if applicable eA detailed description of the problem e g Unit performs self test but does not respond to radar e copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number For reference please write your unit serial number in the following space IMPORTANT To validate that your unit is within the warranty period make sure you keep a copy of yo r dated store receipt You may register your warranty online at www whistlergroup com however for warranty verification purposes a copy o your dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for warranty work 22 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Out of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when eThe units original warranty
15. site www whistlergroup com Enjoy your Whistler detector and please drive safely Sincerely The Whistler Group Inc TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary Installation e Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting e Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation Power On And Self Test Feature Engaged Confirmation Setting Saver Auto B uiet Mode Quiet Mode City Mode Highway Mode Engaging Disengaging VG 2 Detection Vehicle Battery Saver Mode aser amp Radar Alerts Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts Laser Audio Visual Alerts Laser Tips Pulse Protection Safety Warning System Total Band Protection VG 2 Alerts Troubleshooting Guide Care and Maintenance Are Detectors Legal e FCC Information Speed Facts e Laser Facts e Radar Facts Other Speed Detection Systems e Radar Detector Detectors VG 2 Warranty Information Specifications Accessories Li Voon YDAN UI XTR 105 FEATURES Features e Tone Alerts e Vehicle Battery Saver e Setting Saver e Safety Warning System e Alert Priority e VG 2 Cloaking e Total Band Protection e ICON Display e 360 Protection e VG 2 Cloaking e 3 City Modes e Quiet Auto Quiet Mode Whistler s ergonomic and user friendly design provides anew level of operating convenience Special features include 1 Bracket Release Button Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket 2 Speaker
16. uencies 10 500 10 550 GHz X Band 24 050 24 250 GHz K Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Ka Superwideband Operating Temperature Range 20 C to 80 C 4 F to 176 F Power Requirements Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal One or more U S patents may apply 5 146 227 5 379 456 5 666 120 5 990 821 Specifications are subject to change without notice 25 ACCESSORIES These and other accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 or visiting our online store at www whistlergroup com Order Description 202138 Visor Bracket 202151 Windshield Bracket Kit 206552 Straight Power Cord 5 206553 Coiled Power Cord 7 206880 Hardwire Kit 10 for wiring to fuse box 206666 Modular Cord Package includes coiled and straight cords and power adapter 159032 Package of 8 Suction Cups 402081 Non Skid Dash Pad 206660 Straight Modular Cord amp Socket Multiplier 206661 Coiled Modular Cord amp Socket Multiplier Modular Interconnecting pieces cord and plug Shipping and handling per order 5 00 Prices are subject to change without notice 26
17. unlight If the detector is removed this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles 6 lt INSTALLATION Power Connection e Plug the small end of the power cord into the units power jack e Plug the large end into the vehicles cigarette lighter Fuse Replacement The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 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 screw cap on plug may loosen Retighten occasionally amp St Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse OPERATION Power On and Self Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an automatic self test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional To increase volume continue turning the volume knob OPERATION Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on two beeps confirm feature ol Setting Saver Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so that when the detection is turned off and then on again you do not have to re enter them Auto Quiet Mode Pressing Quiet before a radar signal is detected provides an alternate alert pattern consisting of four beeps indicating X
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