Whistler 3300 Radar Detector User Manual
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1. please wite your units serial number in the following space Antenna s n Control Panel s n Laser Receiver 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 proof of purchase and retum the Warranty Validation card Note This warranty does not include installation or reinstallation charges 25 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 29 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when e The unit s original warranty has expired e Dated proof of purchase is not supplied e The unit has been retumed without its serial number e The unit has been abused modified installed improper ly or had its housing removed The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is 55 00 U S If you require out of warranty serv ice please return your unit as outlined in the section Service Under Warranty along with a certified check or money order for 55 00 Payment may also be made by MasterCard or VISA personal checks are not accepted In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum 55 00 service fee you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options avail able to you If you elect not to have your unit repaired replaced it will be retumed to you along with your certified check or mon2. 00 Prices are subject to change without notice 28 29
3. Stay Alert 6 High Visibility LED Display Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected signal strength and indi cates engaged modes of operation Power On And Self Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an auto matic self test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional e Press P V or apply Power Display reads 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 9 OPERATION Memory Beep Confirmation All features selected except Stay Alert and Quiet are retained in memory 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 in four steps 1 is no audio level 4 the highest e Press and hold P V to increase audio level e Press and hold P V to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the dis play indicates volume level Example Lowest Level 1 Highest Level 4 OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level 1 approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig nal is detected The alert for any new signal within 20 sec onds will resume at level 1 Auto Quiet does not affect VG 2 or laser alerts e Press Quiet before a signal is detected to engage Auto Quiet Display reads C e Once the Auto Qu
4. Trouble w Rear Antenna 18 Trouble w Temp Probe a CARE amp MAINTENANCE If a R1 error occurs e Press P V to tum unit off e Check connection in back of control panel straight ended cable e Perform reset features e See dealer installer If an R2 error occurs e To temporarily cancel error message momentarily press either Dark City Mute button Next time unit performs self test it will repeat error message e To permanently cancel error message until fixed press and hold either Dark City Mute button e If no rear antenna is installed perform reset features e Press P V to tum off unit e Check connections in back of control panel e See dealer installer If a T error occurs e Press P V to turn off unit e Check connection in back of control panel e See dealer installer NOTE This T error occurs only at Power Up FY Laser receivers cable has a right angled connector Care And Maintenance 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 19 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ARE DETECTORS LEGAL 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 manua
5. following 1 Band Identification 2 Safety Waming System messages NOTE In certain cases the voice message does not replicate the text message 3 Feature Selection 11 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 15 OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select Real Voice Abbreviated Power Up Sequence test and VG 2 Mode When selecting options Dark D yes City C no Quite Q next selec tion Any one of these must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited To enter Press Q Display To Change Option Reads Reads CUSTOM DorC Custom Mode Night Mode Truck Mode For 2 Seconds 2nd time TEMP F D Changes Temp C C Reading 3rd time TONE 3 DorC Tone 1 2 or 3 3 different X K Ka pattems 4th time TEST YES X K Ka Audio tones 1 beep during Power Up 5th time VG2 OFF D 0N Tums VG 2 On C OFF Tums VG 2 Off 6th time SAFETY D ON Tums Safety Radar On ON C OFF Turns Safety Radar Off 7th time VOICE D ON Real Voice On OFF C OFF Real Voice Off 12 OPERATION 8th time TEMP D YES Temp On NO C NO Temp Off 9th time BATT D YES Battery Voltage NO On C NO Battery Voltage Off Factory settings Press P V anytime to exit When Custom is displayed pressing the Quiet button again instead of the P V button allows changing of other features If either Dark or City button is pressed it selects one of two preprogrammed selectio
6. simply more fun Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience Your new Whistler 3300 laser radar detector detects all radar laser and safety radar systems plus offers Whistler s exclusive Safe Driving System and optional Real Voice technology The comprehensive safety system detects all safety radar including the Safety Warning System keeping you informed of road hazards and adverse weather Plus Whistlers unique Stay Alert feature tests driver s alertness on long solo trips Whistlers 3300 also offers a digital display with safety messages to keep you informed while you drive To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler 3300 and to better understand the differences between detecting radar laser and safety radar signals we recom mend reading this entire manual Enjoy the Whistler 3300 and please drive safely Sincerely THE WHISTLER GROUP 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 5 MD TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES Topic Model Features Summary Operation e Power On And Self Test e Memory Beep Confirmation e Auto Level Adjustment e Auto Quiet Quiet Modes e Temperature Voltage Mode e Engaging Disengaging VG 2 e City Modes Diny Dark Temperature Voltage Modes e Stay Alert e Integrated Real Voice Option e Option Select Mode e Teach Tutorial Mode e Voice Modual Port e Rear Antenna Port Radar Laser And VG 2 Alerts e Radar Alerts e Pulse Protection
7. 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 1 THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N Walton Blvd Bentonville AR 72712 TEL 501 273 6012 FX 501 273 2927 www whistlergroup com PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave Chelmsford MA 01824 TEL 978 244 1400 FX 978 244 1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel 800 531 0004 Email info whistlergroup com P N 3300MAN WHISTLER 2000 OWNER S MANUAL 3300 LASER RADAR DETECTOR 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 3 If you have questions conceming the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations 1 800 531 0004 Hours Monday Friday 8 00 am 5 00 pm CST Please keep the receipt in a safe place If the unit is returned without a dated proof of purchase an out of warranty service charge applies Note Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase The warranty is validated only by return of the Warranty Validation card Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space pro vided in the warranty section of the manual INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner For many of us a vehicle is more than just transportation It can be a mobile office communications or entertainment center or simply an expression of our personality Whistler products are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle more productive more fulfilling safer or just
8. d by police to detect signals radiated by the local oscil lator 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 21 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 leav ing unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receiving two tick ets 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 23 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 27 WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty The 3300 Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of five years from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused modi fied 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 limited to five years Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product Service Under Wa
9. e Safety Radar Audio Visual Alerts e Laser Audio Visual Alerts e VG 2 Audio Visual Alerts e Alert Priority e Reset Features e Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide Are Detectors Leg al iiccciscocccstcecszecesecensccescontensceccssceensecesentesedte rs 21 Speed Monitoring Technologies e Radar Facts e Laser Facts e Other Speed Detection Systems e Radar Detector Detectors Warranty Information Specifications Accessories Whistler 3300 2 8 4 5 Whistlers ergonomic and user friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience Special features include 1 Power Volume Button P V Turns unit on off and adjusts volume up or down press and hold for 2 seconds 2 Dark Button Engages Dim Dark Temperature Voltage 3 CITY CITY 1 CITY 2 Button Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas 4 Quiet Menu Button Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting Pressing QUIET during a radar laser encounter silences audio alerts while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed Pressing and holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode and change menus 3 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 7 lan WHISTLER FEATURES OPERATION 5 Speaker Provides distinct audio wamings for X K Ka band radar safety radar laser VG 2 and
10. etting e Pressing Dark a third time restores full illumination to the display The Dark Button will allow the display to momentarily switch to the outside temperature reading e Press and hold Dark for 2 seconds until unit beeps once then release Display switches to If Temperature or Battery Voltage is programmed see Option Select Mode pressing and holding Dark for 2 sec onds will momentarily switch to the other reading Example OPERATION Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver s alert ness To engage when unit is not alarming e Press and hold City for 2 seconds Display reads Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alert ness the driver must press either the Dark City or Quiet but ton within 3 5 seconds If the button is pressed within 3 5 sec onds the cycle is repeated If a button was not pressed within 3 5 seconds alarm sounds and the display reads e Press P V to exit 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 Integrated Real Voice When selected and Optional Voice Module is connected Real Voice will be used to articulate the
11. evices which share frequencies with police radar e Press City to engage City Display reads Normal Temperature Voltage e Pressing City a second time engages City 1 Display reads or e Pressing City a third time engages City 2 Display reads 1 or z e Pressing City a fourth time cancels City City 1 and City 2 Display reads or In City Mode weak speed safety radar signals give an initial alarm of two beeps and then remains quiet unless the signal becomes very strong When the signal strength increases two additional beeps are provided In City 1 Mode only the X band sensitivity is lowered In City 2 Mode X band is not detected CAUTION When selecting this mode some towns small cities may still be using X band radar If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and the unit receives a strong radar signal the unit performs the Auto Quiet feature City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser or VG 2 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 13 OPERATION Dir Dark Temperature Voltage Modes DinyDark Mode reduces the illumination of the display e Press Dark to reduce illumination to a Dim setting Display reads e Pressing Dark a second time engages Dark Mode Display reads Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert In Dark Mode the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detect ed and for 20 seconds after then the display retums to the dimmer s
12. ey order IMPORTANT When retuming your unit for service be cer tain to include a daytime telephone number Consumer Relations If you have questions conceming the operation of your Whistler detector or require service during or after the warranty period please call Consumer Relations at 1 800 531 0004 Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST 26 SPECIFICATIONS e Dimensions Antenna 1 4 H x 3 2 W x 4 2 L Control Panel 8 H x 2 8 W x 2 4 L Laser 1 9 H x 9 W x 6 L e Weight Antenna 7 5 oz Control Panel 2 oz e Laser Wavelength 905 50 nanometers nm e Radar Frequencies 10 500 10 550 GHz X Band 24 050 24 250 GHz K Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Ka Superwideband e Operating Temperature Range 20 C to 80 C 4 F to 176 F e Power Requirements Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 200mA nominal One or more U S patents apply 4 315 261 45 146 227 75 379 456 5 666 120 and 5 990 821 Specifications are subject to change without notice 27 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 31 ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 Order Description Price Code 202971 Voice Module 99 95 202964 Rear Radar Antenna 179 95 SWRA 33 Hook amp Loop Fastener 1 95 Hardwire Kit 10 9 95 Shipping and handling per order 5
13. f VG 2 Every 30 seconds the detector checks for a VG 2 signal If a VG 2 signal is still present the unit continues to hide and repeats the VG 2 alert If no signal is detected two beeps are provided indicating an all clear condition During VG 2 Alert X K and Ka band signals cannot be received Reference page 23 for VG 2 information Alert Priority When two or more signals are received at the same time the alert priority is 1 Laser 2 VG 2 3 Speed Radar 4 Safety Radar Example If X band is alerting then suddenly VG 2 is detected the VG 2 waming will override the X band alert 17 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 21 RESET FEATURES Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings Remove Power from unit Press and hold P V and Quiet Apply power to the unit Wait for 2 beeps Release P V and Quiet Unit is now reset 1 Audio to level 4 2 Display reads Highway 3 Dim Dark Mode to full illumination of display 4 Auto Quiet Mode OFF 5 VG 2 Detection Mode OFF 6 Voice OFF 7 Night Mode OFF 8 Truck Mode OFF 9 Safety ON 10 11 12 13 14 15 Full Power Up sequence Default TONE 3 BATT OFF TEMP OFF Rear antenna OFF Unit ON or OFF Communication Breakdown If a problem arises between the inside control panel and the outside antennas the unit will give a unique audio tone The display reads Trouble w Front Antenna
14. hat many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling ina group of vehicles In contrast a laser gun can target a spe cific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identifi cation 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 6 feet at the same distance For best protection keep these points in mind e Your vehicle s license plate or headlights are the laser gun s primary targets 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 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 22 r SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 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 waming 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 Radar Detector Detectors VG 2 The Interceptor VG 2 or simply VG 2 is a microwave receiv er use
15. iet 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 Note When Auto Quiet engages it cancels the audio to the optional Voice Module Quiet Mode Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new alert with in 20 seconds After 20 seconds approximately 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 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 11 OPERATION OPERATION Temperature Voltage Mode The unit can be programmed to display either the outside temperature or battery voltage along with Highway City modes See Option Select Mode Display reads Temperature with High Battery with Highway e Ice Warning Mode When temperature drops to 32 display reads Unit then gives a unique waming tone This will only hap pen once after the unit is first turned on When either Hi T or Lo T is displayed the limits of the temperature sensor have been reached Note Temperature may rise while vehicle is stopped and idling this is normal Engaging Disengaging VG 2 See option select mode to tum this feature on City City 1 City 2 Mode Whistlers Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers intrusion alarms and other d
16. ions at 1 800 531 0004 before retuming your unit for service 20 In Most States YES Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used in automobiles or light trucks under 10 000 Ibs Similarly when used in automobiles or light trucks radar detectors are legal in almost every state Exceptions are Virginia and Washington D C which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle Conceming trucks over 10 000 Ibs the Federal Highway Administration FHWA issued a regulation effective J anuary 1994 which prohibits radar and laser detector use in these types of vehicles nationally Prior to the FHWA regulation laws existed in the state of New York restricting the use of radar detectors in trucks over 18 000 Ibs and in Illinois in trucks over 26 000 Ibs 21 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 25 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 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 Laser Facts Its well documented t
17. l but is not operating optimally please refer to the troubleshooting guide below PROBLEM No display or audio e Check fuse in power cable replace if necessary e Check fuse in fuse box replace if necessary e Make sure power cable is properly grounded PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle equipment or electrical acces sores brakes power mirrors windows directionals hom etc e Check conditions of vehicle s electrical system including battery and altemator e Install a filter capacitor 470 mfd 25 volt or larger capacitance value where power connection is made PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough e Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode e Check audio level setting PROBLEM Display shows R1 error Also see pages 18 19 e Waming communicates loss of link between control panel and rear antenna RADAR 1 e Check antenna connection at back of control panel e Contact factory if you suspect antenna is defective PRO BLEM Display shows R2 error Also see pages 18 19 e Waming communicates loss of link between control panel and rear antenna RADAR 2 occurs only if rear antenna has been installed Check antenna connection at back of control panel If only one reciever is used See reset features section to clear this error Contact factory if you suspect antenna is defective If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide please call Whistler Consumer Relat
18. ns night or truck Once night or truck is selected you cannot change other features in option select mode Night 1 Volume Level 4 Auto Quiet On Dark Mode Highway Mode SR On VG2 Off Test Off Voice Off Volume level 4 VG2 On Test Off Highway Mode SROn 6 Voice Off 13 Truck UBRWNP ONOAUAWN 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 17 an OPERATION RADAR ALERTS Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release Display reads Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach Tutorial mode is engaged e Press P V to exit Voice Module Port Allows you to use a Whister Voice Module P N 202971 See accessory page for ordering option mode for program ming Any other device may damage the unit and void your warranty When mute or auto quiet modes are engaged the audio will be cancelled to the voice port Rear Antenna Port Allows you to use only a Whister SWRA 3300 rear antenna P N 202964 Any other device may damage the unit and void your warranty e Remove power from console e Plug rear antenna into Radar 2 Port e Reapply power to console after self test display shows e Press Dark to accept or City to cancel 14 Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts When X K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counterlike pattern The faster the beep the clo
19. rranty During the warranty period defective units will be repaired or replaced with the same or a comparable model at Whistlers option without charge to the purchaser when retumed pre paid with dated proof of purchase to the address below Units retumed without dated proof of purchase will be handled as described in section Service Out Of Warranty Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing a radar laser receiver there are no authorized service stations for Whistler brand detectors other than the factory When returning a unit for service under warranty please follow these instructions 1 Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent fully insured with retum receipt requested and shipping charges prepaid to Whistler Repair Dept 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 24 r WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ship your unit insured with retum receipt requested 2 Include with your unit the following information clearly printed e Your name and street address for shipping via UPS and a daytime telephone number No PO Box please e A detailed description of the problem eg Unit per forms self test but does not respond to radar e A copy of your dated proof of purchase or bill of sale 3 Be certain your unit is retumed with its serial number For reference
20. ser or stronger the radar source Example Ka Band Detected Display 1 weak signal 9 strong signal Digits ramp 1 9 An asterisk is displayed when the optional rear antenna receives a signal Example Pulse Protection When a pulse type signal instant on strong signal is detected an urgent 3 second audio warning is sounded and the display reads After 3 seconds standard alert pattem continues 15 3300 10 4 00 9 43 AM Page 19 TN SAFETY RADAR ALERTS LASER VG 2 ALERTS In communities where transmitters are located the Safety Waming System displays over 60 text messages When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter like Safety Warning System Text Example Poor Road Surface Note Not all areas have Safety Waming System transmitters Visit Safety Waming Systems web page at www safetyradarcom for SWS locations J 16 Laser Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word Laser and sig nal strength is displayed the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds Example The more the closer the laser source VG 2 Audio Visual Alerts Note You must tum this feature on in option select mode before it will detect VG 2 When aVG 2 signal is detected the detector hides its own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG 2 Text message confirms detection o
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