Whistler PRO-68SE
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1. H 3 Auto Quiet Mode OFF 4 Safety Radar OFF 5 Dim Dark Mode to full illumination 6 All Radar Bands ON 7 LED Periscope to Blink 8 POPON 9 1 Filter ON 0 Laser ON 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 Whistler plug replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type e Check fuse for lighter socket replace if necessary e Make sure lighter socket is clean 16 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps e Check for loose lighter socket tighten and clean e Check connections at both ends of power cord Substitute another cord to determine if cord is defective Return defective cord to the factory PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode Check audio level setting see page 7 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 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance During the summer months2. 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 6 hours have 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 automatically turned itself off press the Power button to turn the unit back on You can manually engage the Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by pressing and holding the City button until one beep is heard 11 OPERATION Safety Warning System In communities where transmitters are located the Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages When Safety Radar is detected a unique audio alert is sounded and displays a to indicate an SWS message has been received Note Notall areas have Safety Warning System transmitters Filter Mode There are times when another radar detector can emit the same frequency as police radar and can cause your detector to falsely alarm The Whistler Filter Mode options provide a method to reduce the occurrences of these situations Filter Allows for normal filtering Filter 1 Provides an extra step to analyze the signal that may come from other detectors Filter 2 Provides further signal analysis before alerting Filter is the factory default and should provide adequate filtering
3. City or Quiet button within 3 5 seconds If the button is pressed within 3 5 seconds the cycle is repeated If a button is not pressed with in 3 5 seconds the alarm sounds and the entire display will flash Press Power to exit WARNING Stay Alert is NOT intended asa 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 8 OPERATION Low Profile Alert Periscopes Whistler s Low Profile 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 O ption Select Mode to be ON OFF or FLASHING during alerts ity City 1 City 2 Modes 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 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 a fourth time to cancel City 2 Mode and return the unit to Highway Mode In City Mode weak speed safety radar signals give an init
4. Note Cord fits tightly into detector When installing the cord expect some resistance 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 ree 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 Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug r 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 display are functional Press Power Display indicates in order 1 X Band 2 K Band 3 Ka Band 5 LASER 6 P POP Setting Saver Setting Saver saves 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 Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or low to high Rotate Power Volume button back to increase audio level Rotate Power Volume button forward to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level Self Test Mute S
5. Whistler detector and please drive safely Sincerely The Whistler Group Inc Model Features Summary Installation Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting Power Connection and Fuse Replacement Operation Power On and Self Test Setting Saver e Feature Eos ee Confirmation e Audio Level Adjustment Self Test Mute Quiet Mode e Auto Quiet Mode eStay Alert Feature eLow Profile Alert Periscopes City City 1 City 2 Mode Highway Mode Teach Tutorial Mode Dim Dark Mode e Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Safety Warning System Filter Mode Option Select Mode POP Mode Alerts Laser Radar Alerts eSpeed Radar Audio Visual Alerts eLaser Audio Visual Alerts Pulse Protection e Alert Priority Reset Features Troubleshooting Guide Care and Maintenance Are Detectors Legal FCC Information WHISTLER FEATURES 1 FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS Bracket Release Button Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket Speaker Provides distinct audio wamings for X K Ka band radar safety radar and laser Mounting Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly Radar Antenna Compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals Front Laser Antenna High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection Rear Laser Antenna An integrated optical wave guide provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from behind City Bu
6. for most conditions Filter Mode does not override Highway or City settings See Option Select Mode to change Filter settings 12 OPERATION Option Select Mode Press the Menu button to enter O ption 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 The decimal point illumination indicates whether a feature is on or off A button must be pressed within 20 seconds or O ption Select Mode will automatically be exited Feature Display To Change Option Laser D forON L ON default ON L Q forOFF L 0FF Low Profile Alert Pericsopes DorQ ON OFF default Blinking to select BLINKING with alert X Band D forON X ON default ON Q for OFF X OFF K Band D forON K ON default ON Q for OFF K OFF Ka Band D forON Ka ON default ON Q for OFF Ka OFF P Mode D forON P ON ault ON Q for OFF P OFF S D forON S 0N ault OFF Q forOFF S 0FF F Filter F Filter 1 Filter DorQ default ON to select f F blinking Fiter2 13 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 LASER RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts hen X K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength are displayed The audio alert is continuo
7. 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 e 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 10mm Pro Laser II Ill LT1 20 20 Ultra Lyte Laser Atlanta Stealth Mode Stalker Pro Light 20 SPEED MONITORING 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 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 time it takes a vehicle to travel a known distance is measured 21 WARRANTY INFOR
8. MATION Consumer Warranty 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 22 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Under Warrant During the warranty period defective units will be repaired without charge to the purchaser when retumed 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 ina suitable sturdy equivalent fully insured with return receipt requested to Whistler Repair Dept 551 N 13th St Rogers AR 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time Important Whistler will not assum
9. OWNER S MANUAL PRO 68SE LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 3604 NW Frontage Rd Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 Fax 479 273 2927 Customer Return Center 551 N 13th St e Rogers AR 72756 Customer Service Tel 800 531 0004 www whistlergroup com P N 260028 2010 The Whistler Group Inc T WHISTLER Dear Whistler Detector Owner 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 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 INTRODUCTION 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 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 FAQ page on our website www whistlergroup com Enjoy your
10. 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 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 J anuary 1994 which prohibited radar and laser detector use in vehicles over 10 000 Ibs 18 FCC INFORMATION FCC ID HSXWH20 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device many not cause harmful interference and 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 SPEED MONITORING Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain frequencies which reflect off objects and are picked up by the radar gun s receiving section When a radar
11. 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 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 19 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 transmission 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
12. cted 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 24 ACCESSORIES These and other accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 or visit our online store at www whistlergroup com Order Description Price 500501 206552 206553 206880 Zippered Travel Case 9 95 Straight Power Cord 5 14 95 Coiled Power Cord 7 15 95 Hardwire Kit 10 9 95 for wiring to fuse box 206666 Modular Cord Package 17 95 includes coiled and straight cords and power adapter Non Skid Dash Pad 6 95 Large Windshield Bracket 9 95 Package of 4 Suction Cups 2 95 402081 202152 202156 Modular Interconnecting pieces cord and plug Shipping and handling per order 5 00 Prices are subject to change without notice 26
13. e i 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 Your name and street address for shipping via UPS a daytime telephone number and an email address if applicable A detailed description of the problem e g Unit performs self test but does not respond to radar copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale 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 conceming 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 FAQ 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 70C 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 isa trademark o
14. f MPH Industries Inc SWS is a trademark of Safety Waming System L C Specifications are subject to change without notice 25 WARRANTY INFORMATION 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number For reference please write your unit s serial number in the following space s n 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 warranty 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 when e The unit s original warranty has expired A dated store receipt is not supplied 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 65 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 65 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 65 00 service fee you will be conta
15. ial 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 X band requires a stronger signal to alert 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 OPERATION Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio wamings 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 please visit our FAQ page on our website www whistlergroup com Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet buttons simultaneously and release e Press Power to exit Dim Dark Modes 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 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 seconds after then the display returns to the dimmer setting Press and release the Dark button a third time to restore the display to full illumination 10 OPERATION
16. ields have an Instaclear or Electriclear type coating which affects radar signals Consult your dealer or the vehicle s owners manual to determine if your windshield has this coating 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 Image A Image A va Windshield Mounting 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 vehicle s owner s manual or ask your dealer INSTALLATION We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the windshield in direct sunlight If the detector is removed this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place mage B 4 mage B Rubber Bumper If necessary the unit may be leveled by bending the windshield bracket Press the bracket release button and remove the detector before bending Power Cord Connection Plug the small end of the power cord into the unitS power jack Plug the large end into the vehicle cigarette lighter
17. imply 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 simply press the Quiet button during the next self test Quiet Mode Quiet cancels 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 OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level 1 approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal is detected The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level 1 Auto Quiet does not affect laser alerts Press Quiet button before a signal is detected to engage Auto Quiet Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet Press Quiet when the unit is not alarming to cancel Auto Quiet mode Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver s alertness To engage when unit is not alarming Press and hold City 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 erher me Menu
18. tton Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas Quiet Button Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Q uiet 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 Power Volume Turns unit on off and adjusts audio level Speed Monitoring j i n Te 10 Dim Dark Button Engages Dim Dark a mode display options Te T 11 Menu Button Enters option select mode eLaser Facts 12 Numeric Icon Display Provides distinct Other ed Detection Systems PRO 68SE Accessories visual confirmation of signals detected signal Warranty Information Windshield Bracket Kit L strength and engaged modes of operation oO Specifications ps Straight Power Cord 4 5 13 Low Profile Alert Perisco 5 f pes Provides an Accessories s Nonok Desi red additional attention getting visual alert 14 Power J ack Provides connection for the power cord 3 4 INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines e 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 Some windsh
19. us and has a geiger counter like pattem The faster the beep the 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 e The unit displays an L 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 unit displays a P 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 waming time may be minimal 14 LASER RADAR ALERTS Alert Priority When two or more signals are received at the same time the alert priority is 1 Laser 2 Speed Radar 3 Safety Radar Example If X band is alerting then suddenly a laser signal is detected the laser warning will override the X band alert 15 RESET FEATURES Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings e Unplug Power Cord from unit Press and hold Power and Quiet buttons Plug Power Cord into unit e Wait for 2 beeps Release Power and Quiet buttons Unit is now reset to the following features and settings Default factory settings are 1 Audio to level 4 2 Displays
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