Whistler CR70
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1. Laser Facts Continued 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 Do not follow closely behind any vehicle If you can t see past a vehicle ahead of you chances are your detector won t either The receiving range of laser signals will not be the same as radar signals 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 50 nm including but not limited to the following Ultra Lyte LTI 20 20 LTI TruSpeed S Pro Laser II Ill Laser Ally Laser Atlanta Stealth Mode 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 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 20 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 202138 202151 Windshield Bracket Kit 206552 Power Cord 5 206880 Hardwire Kit 10 Visor Bracket for wiring to fuse box 206666 Modular Cord Package2. includes coiled and straight cords and power adapter 159032 402080 Package of 8 Suction Cups Non Skid Dash Pad Modular Interconnecting pieces cord and plug Shipping and handling per order 5 00 Prices are subject to change without notice write serial number in the space provided 27 SPEED MONITORING 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 is known as a radar detector detector The VG 2 is a tool used by the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles If caught in a state where detectors are illegal see page 18 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 seach 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 F A Q page on our website www whistlergroup com It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector operator to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detector
3. seconds after then the display returns to the dimmer setting Press and release the Dark button a third e time to restore the display to full illumination Engaging Disengaging VG 2 See Option Select Mode to turn this feature on Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 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 11 FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS 16 Ka band Icon indicates the unit is receiving a Ka band signal 17 V indicates that the unit is receiving a VG 2 signal Indicates that VG 2 is engaged 18 H indicates unit is in Highway mode 19 C indicates that the unit is operating in city mode 20 Signal Strength Icon indicates the strength of the signal being detected 21 L indicates that the unit is receiving a laser signal 22 Power Jack provides connection for the power cord INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield 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 recept
4. 3 Mounting Bracket Location slot holds mounting bracket firmly 4 Radar Antenna compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals 5 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 radar signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which provides clicking sounds 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 Dim Dark Mode engages Dim Dark modes 11 Menu Button enters option select mode 12 Numeric Icon Display combines icon display with a 7 segment digital display that shows signal strength indication and band identification 13 Alert Periscopes provide an additional attention getting visual alert 14 X band Icon indicates the unit is receiving a X band signal 15 K band Icon indicates the unit is receiving a K band signal 4 OPERATION Dim Dark Mode cont d Dim or Dark can be engaged during an alert In Dark Mode the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and 20
5. Flow Signal Rejection e Quiet Auto Quiet Mode e Dim Dark Mode e Total Laser Detection e High Gain Lens 3 OPERATION Traffic Flow Signal Rejection cont d 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 half mile or so along stretches of roadway that contain these traffic flow sensors Alert Periscopes Whistler s Alert Periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert The two extra LED s flash on and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert This alert can be programmed through the Option Select Mode to be ON OFF or FLASHING during alerts Dim Dark Mode Dim Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display Press and release the Dark button to reduce illumination to a dim setting Press and release the Dark button a second time to engage Dark Mode The display illumination is further reduced 10 FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS 1 Bracket Release Button provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket 2 Speaker provides distinct audio warnings for X K Ka band radar safety warning system laser and VG 2
6. 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 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 9 FEATURES Feature Listings of CR65 CR70 12 ii 16 21 XK KRVLH 15 17 18 19 20 Features e Total Band Protection e Numeric Icon Display e Detects POP Mode e 360 Maxx Coverage e Real Voice CR70 only e VG 2 Cloaking e Stay Alert e Setting Saver e Vehicle Battery Saver e Safety Warning System e Alert Priority e Alert Periscopes e 3 City Modes Highway Mode e Traffic
7. e repaired without charge when returned with a dated store receipt to the address below Units returned without 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 551 N 13th St Rogers AR 72756 Please allow 3 weeks for turn around time IMPORTANT Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested COD s will not be accepted 2 Include with your unit the following information clearly printed Your name and street address for shipping via UPS a daytime telephone number and an e mail address if applicable A detailed description of the problem e g Unit performs self test but does not respond to radar A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode Check audio level setting see pg 7 9 PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps Check for loose lighter socket
8. for approximately 2 seconds Voice ON will announce caution Voice OFF will give a double beep Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms the feature is on two beeps confirm feature off Self Test Mute Press the Quiet button during the Self Test sequence to cancel the Self Test audio This will not affect radar laser alerts To restore the Self Test audio press the Quiet button during the next Self Test 7 LASER RADAR ALERTS Safety Warning System Audio Visual Alerts When your Whistler detector detects a safety warning system it provides a distinctive audio tone and the Numeric Icon display shows an S and a decimal point when a Safety warning system is detected MK Ma Y S pAter Note You will be able to receive SWS alerts if transmitters are located in your area 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 21 for more information on VG 2 When a VG 2 signal is detected the VG 2 alert is sounded After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled and the VG 2 indicator flashes at a slower rate Every 30 seconds the detector checks for a VG 2 signal This cycle is repeated if the VG 2 signal is detected again If no signal is detected two beeps are provided indicating an all clear condition During the period a
9. limited to one year 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 22 OPTION SELECT MODE Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings Factory Reset 1 Unplug Power Cord from unit 2 Press and hold Quiet 3 Plug the Power Cord into the unit Power switch turned on 4 Wait for 2 beeps 5 Release the Quiet button Unit is now reset Factory Settings are e Highway Mode e Dim Dark Mode to full illumination of display e Auto Quiet Mode OFF e VG 2 Detection Mode OFF e Self Test Mute OFF e Voice ON CR70 Only e Alert Periscope to Flash e POP Mode OFF e SWS OFF e TFSR OFF 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 is not operating optimally please refer to the troubleshooting guide below PROBLEM No display or audio Check fuse in plug en if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type Check fuse for lighter socket replace if necessary Make sure the lighter socket is clean 16 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Under Warrant During the warranty period defective units will
10. NSTALLATION Windshield Mounting 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 IMPORTANT Make sure the unit is level AN Note 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 windshield in direct SAS If the etector is removed this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles Power Connection Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit s power jack Plug the large end into the vehicle s 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 id lt 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 6 LASER RADAR ALERTS Laser Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the unit indicates an L on the display The audio alert is co
11. POP MODE ALERTS 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 OPTION SELECT NODE 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 CR65 CR70 FEATURE VG 2 default OFF OPTION D for ON Q for OFF D or Q for ON OFF BLINKING D for ON Q for OFF Alert Periscopes default Blinking with alert POP Mode default OFF Sws Zz D for ON Q for OFF default OFF TFSR D for ON Q for OFF default OFF Note To exit Option Select Mode press and hold the menu button 15 WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty This Whistler Laser Radar detector is warranted 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 warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are
12. Under Warranty along with a certified check or money order in the amount of 40 00 for the CR65 detector and 45 for the CR70 detector 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 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 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 aa 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 www whistlergroup com 25 SPEED MONITORING 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
13. 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 soeed monitoring and can adjust your speed accordingly Laser detection is not affected while a VG 2 signal is detected 14
14. 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 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 transmission can cover more than a four lane highway at a distance of 1 000 feet compared with a laser transmission which covers about 3 feet at the same distance For best protection keep these points listed on the following section in mind 19 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 10 C to 70 C 14 F to 158 F Power Requirements Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal One or more U S patents may apply 5 666 120 7 215 276 POP Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries Inc SWS is a trademark of Safety Warning System L C Specifications are subject to change without notice RoHS 26 SPEED MONITORING
15. ion Some windshields have an Instaclear or Electriclear type coating which affects radar signals Consult your dealer or the owner s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating Avoid placing unit in direct contact with the wind shield e To reduce the possibility of theft conceal the unit when not in use s J Rubber Bumper L Y ss OPERATION Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver s alertness To engage when the unit is not alarming Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 seconds Release button during or immediately after the alert is given The H or C will flash indicating Stay Alert is activated 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 and the display flashes all the LEDs 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 12 I
16. n e The units 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 24 ARE DETECTORS LEGAL In Most States YES Laser Radar detectors are legal in every state for automobiles and light trucks under 10 000 Ibs except Virginia and Washington D C which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle The Federal Highway Administration FHWA passed a nationwide regulation effective January 1994 which prohibited radar and laser detector use in vehicles over 10 000 Ibs FCC Information FCC ID HSXWH10 CR65 CR70 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 sical any interference received including interterence 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 18 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Out of Warranty Continued The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler CR65 detector is 40 00 U S and 45 U S for the CR70 detector If you require out of warranty service please return your unit as outlined in the section Service
17. nt 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 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 Auto Quiet Mode Pressing QUIET before a radar signal is detected provides an alternate alert pattern consisting of several beeps indicating X K Ka or Safety Warning System followed by clicking After 20 seconds of no alerts the audio is restored for any new alerts e Press Quiet before a signal is detected to engage Auto Quiet 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 Pressing Quiet cancels the audio during an alert and any new alert within 20 seconds After 20 seconds of no alerts the audio is restored for any new alerts 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 y 1 City 2 Mode Whistler s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic doo
18. ntinuous for a minimum of 3 seconds 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 a P will be displayed 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 13 OPERATION Power On Self Test amp Volume Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an automatic self test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional To increase the volume continue turning the volume knob Integrated Real Voice CR70 Only When selected Real Voice will be used to articulate the following 1 Band Identification 2 Safety Warning System messages 3 Feature Selection Voice OFF ON is selected by holding quiet button
19. r 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 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary Installation e Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting e Power Connection e Fuse Replacement Operation Power On Self Test amp Volume Integrated Real Voice CR70 Only Feature Engaged Confirmation Self Test Mute Setting Saver Auto Quiet Mode Quiet Mode City City 1 City 2 Modes Highway Mode TFSR Traffic Flow Signal Rejection Alert Periscopes Dim Dark Mode H Disengaging VG 2 Detection Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Stay Alert Laser amp Radar Alerts e Laser Audio Visual Alerts e Laser Tips e Pulse Protection e Safety Warning System Option Select Mode e Reset Features Troubleshooting Guide e Care amp Maintenance Are Detectors Legal ci lt scsessscoscossoxconscssnssssieeoses 18 e FCC Information Speed Monitoring e Radar Facts e Laser Facts e Other Speed Detection Systems Warranty Information Specifications Accessories OPERATION City City 1 City 2 Mode cont d 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
20. s NOTE Having a radar detector capable of detectin ie VG 2 may alert you to the resence ore speed trap The newest tool olice have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre Spectre can detect the majority of undetectable VG 2 laser radar detectors on the market 21 OWNER S MANUAL CR65 CR70 LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 3604 NW Frontage Rd Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 Fax 479 273 2927 Whistler Customer Return Center 551 N 13th St e Rogers AR 72756 Customer Service Tel 800 531 0004 www whistlergroup com P N 260040 2013 The Whistler Group Inc Cs WHISTLER Dear Whistler Customer If you have questions concerning the operation 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 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 in the warranty section of the manual To fully acquai
21. tighten and clean Check connections at both ends of power cord Substitute another cord to determine if the cord is defective Return the defective cord to the factory 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 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 17 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 dated store receipt You may register your product online at www whistlergroup com however for warranty 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 whe
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