Whistler 1790SE Radar Detector User Manual
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1. Combo ON Safety ON Vehicle Battery Saver ON Full Power Up sequence Default TONE 3 Unit ON or OFF All Band ON WONAWMEPWNE Php WNRrO NOTE Must recalibrate compass after resetting detector 23 CARE amp MAINTENANCE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Care And 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 24 Your Whistler detector is expertly ae eee and deste 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 trou bleshooting 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 PROBLEM Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps 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 Retum defective cord to the factory PROBLEM Unit alarms when using vehic2. Digital Compass provides cardinal points and direction in 5 degree increments Real Voice allows you to keep your eyes on the road Whistler s exclusive Safe Driving System incorporates the Safety Warning System SWS keeping you informed of road hazards as well as our unique Stay Alert system it tests your alertness on long solo trips Vehicle Battery Saver and Monitor system battery saver turns the detector off if you forget and the monitor momentarily displays the vehicle s battery voltage Even though the 1790SE is packed full of features it is still very easy to use To fully utilize the unit to its potential we recommend reading this entire manual NOTE Compass must be calibrated before use See Compass Calibration Set up section Enjoy the Whistler 1790SE and please drive safely Sincerely THE WHISTLER GRO UP TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES oe Model Features Summary Installation ess Mounting Guidelines i e Dash Visor Windshield M ountin g Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Compass Calibration Set up open e Power On And Self Test e Integrated Real Voice e Feature Engaged Confirmation Auto Level ustment e Compass Mode e Auto Quiet Q uiet Modes e City Mode Dim Dark Mode RL VG 2 Detection ler Stay Option Select Mode e Memo Mode e Teach Tutorial Mode e Vehicle Battery Saver Mode e Vehicle Battery M onitor Radar Laser And VG 2 Alerts e
3. NOTE In certain cases the voice message does not repli cate the text message 3 Feature Selection 10 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 nine steps 0 is no audio level 8 the highest e Press Volume up to increase audio level Press Volume down to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level Example GOLD OL mm Highest Level 8 Compass Mode The 1790SE is programmed from the factory in Combo Mode Combo mode means that the unit provides both compass readings as well as detecting laser radar signals Through the Option Select Mode page 16 or the Mode Button the unit can be changed to operate in Radar Mode detection of all police bands and laser no compass or Compass Mode no detection of police laser radar Note The unit must be calibrated to provide accu rate compass readings See Compass Calibration Set up section on page 9 11 OPERATION 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 res
4. 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 O ption Select M ode see page 16 8 CITY CITY 1 CITY 2 Button Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas 9 Memo Button Pressing Memo enters Memo Mode feature Press hold 3 seconds unit will mo mentarily dis play vehicle battery voltage 10 Laser Antenna Rear An integrated optical waveguide provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from 13 12 11 11 Laser Antenna Front High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection 12 Radar Antenna Compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals 13 Mounting Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly 4 Accessories Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use Power Cord Connects to the unit s power jack and your vehicle s lighter socket Windshield Bracket Allows installation of unit on your vehicle s windshield Hook amp Loop Fasteners Designed to secure the unit on a level dashboard INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines e Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield Unit must be level for compass to func tion properly Do not mount your unit behind wipers omamen
5. the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse 8 Compass Calibration Set up The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the com pass to provide accurate readings To calibrate the unit perform the following procedure 1 Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle s wind shield in which it will be used Make sure there are no other magnetic sources near the detector i e speaker 2 Select a large clear area parking lot or field without any power lines 3 While parked press both volume buttons simultaneous ly until unit displays 4 Drive vehicle slowly in two complete circles If calibration does not automatically finish press both volume buttons simultaneously to complete calibration The unit will beep twice and display CAL D ONE Note If unit mounting is relocated in the vehicle e visor to windshield mounting or dash mounting or if the unit is moved to another vehicle you must recalibrate the compass 9 OPERATION 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 0 Power or apply Power Display reads El A Y A CASER IMID SE ON Vas OFF HR Tey Integrated Real Voice When selected Real Voice will be used to articulate the following 1 Band Identification 2 Safety Warning System messages
6. FF X Band Off 9th time K 0N KBand On Yes O OFF K Band Off 10th time Ka 0N Ka Band On Yes O 0FF Ka Band Off 11th time Laser Q ON Laser On Yes O OFF Laser Off Factorggettings Press anytime to exit 16 Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release Display reads caper pores ny ey TEACH Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach Tutorial mode is engaged Press Power Play to exit Memo Mode Record up to nine distinct message tracks for a total of 90 seconds one 90 second message or any combination in between IMPORTANT Unit does not detect radar or laser signals during recording or while playing a memo WARNING Memo mode is not intended to be used while you are driving You should not use any device in a vehicle that may distract you from observing the road ahead To record or play a message Memo mode e Press memo button and release The unit will beep once this enters Memo mode Display reads OPERATION OPERATION e Press and release the 0 Quiet Record button to begin a recording Note Recording starts as soon as the button is released Display reads FECI 8 REC record 1 track 8 time remaining If the recording time expires for a track the unit will auto matically switch to the next track Press and release Quiet Record again to stop recording The unit will utomatic
7. OWNER S MANUAL 1790SE LASER RADAR DETECTOR 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 cc 1201 N Dixieland Rd 7 Rogers AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel 800 531 0004 LLI H I STLER Email info awhistlergroup com P N 1790SE O WHISTLER 2001 If you have questions concerning 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 Technology has changed dramatically in 30 years and Whistler has weathered the changes in style The 1790SE 30th anniversary edition was developed with all the technical know how of those 30 years We started with a proven detection circuitry with All Band and added top of the line features such as Memo record up to 90 seconds
8. Radar Alerts Pulse Protection e Safety Radar Audio Visual Alerts e Laser Audio Visual Alerts e VG 2 Audio Visual Alerts Alert Priority e Reset Features e Care Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide Are Detectors Legal Speed Monitoring Technologies Radar Facts e Laser Facts A Other Speed Detection Systems Radar Detector Detectors Warranty Information Specifications Accessories Whistler 1790SE Whistlers ergonomic and user friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience Special features include 1 Bracket Release Button Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket 2 Power J ack Provides connection for the power cord 3 Speaker Provides distinct audio and Real Voice warnings for X K Ka band radar safety radar laser and VG 2 4 Power Dim Dark Button Turns unit on off and engages Dim Dark modes press and hold for 2 seconds 5 Volume Up Down Buttons Adjust volume up or down Pressing both buttons enter compass calibration mode In memo mode select one of nine messages 3 WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES 6 High Visibility Display Provides distinct visual confir mation of signals detected signal strength and indicates engaged modes of operation 7 Quiet M enu 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
9. ally stop recording once track 9 is completed To play a message e Enter Memo mode and press Q Power Play to listen to recorded messages e To play a selected track pressg Volume Up or Y Volume Down button until selected track appears on the display Display reads CL E iL PLY play 1 track 8 time remaining e Press theg Power Play button Messages are kept in memory and are not affected by resetting the factory features See Reset Features sec tion of the manual To delete a message Enter Memo mode and press Volume Up or Volume Down button until selected track appears on the display e Press the Quiet Record button twice 18 To exit Memo mode e Press memo button and release The unit will beep twice NOTE Memo mode automatically exits within 20 seconds if a button is not pressed Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off The timer is reset if the detector is turned off unplugged or any button is pressed before the 3 hours have expired The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off Display reads FHR OFF During this warning you can momentarily reset the unit by pressing any button This will reset the timer If the unit has automatically turned itself off press the 0 Power Play button to turn the unit back on You can manual
10. an 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 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 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 27 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY INFORMATION Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to meas ure 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 Radar Detector Detectors VG 2 The Interceptor VG 2 or simply VG 2 is a microwave receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by the local oscilla tor of a radar detector Because its purpose is to identify per sons driving with radar detectors the VG 2 is known as a radar detector detector The VG 2 is the primary tool used by
11. cted the word Laser and sig nal strength is displayed the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds Example po a LASER MIT The more the closer the laser source VG 2 Audio Visual Alerts Note You must turn this feature on in option select mode before it will detect VG 2 When a VG 2 signal is detected the detector hides its own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG 2 Text message confirms detection of VG 2 Every 30 seconds the detector checks for a VG 2 signal If a VG 2 signal is still detected 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 27 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 warning will override the X band alert 22 Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings Unplug Power Cord from unit Press and hold Q Power and 00 uiet Plug Power Cord into unit Wait for 2 beeps Release Qand 0 Unit is now reset Audio to level 4 Display reads Highway Dim Dark M ode to full illumination of display Auto Quiet Mode OFF VG 2 Detection Mode OFF Voice ON
12. d within 3 5 seconds the cycle is repeated If a button was not pressed within 3 5 seconds alarm sounds and the display reads GET REST e Press Q Power 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 15 OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select Compass Select Abbreviated Power Up Sequence_and VG 2 Mode When selecting options the Q or must be inser within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited To enter Press Display To Change Option Quiet Reads Press For 2 seconds COMBO or Combo Radar amp Compass N V Radar No Compass P Compass No Radar 2nd time TONE 3 YES Tone 1 2 or3 o NO 3 different X K Ka patterns 3rd time TEST YES ON X K Ka Audio tones OFF 1 beep during Power Up 4th time VG2 OFF on Turns VG 2 On O OFF ums VG 2 Off 5th time SAFETY Q 0N Turns Safety Radar On oN 0FF Turns Safety Radar O ff 6th time AOE Q ON Real Voice engaged O OFF Real Voice disengaged Tth time B SVR 0 ON Battery Saver On ON OFF Battery Saver Off 8th time X Q 0N X Band On Yes 0
13. en retumed pre paid with dated proof of purchase to the address below Units returned 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 return receipt requested and shipping charges prepaid to Whistler Repair Dept 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 29 WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 Your name and street address for shipping via UPS and a daytime telephone number No P O Box please e A detailed description of the problem e g Unit per forms self test but does not respond to radar 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 please write your unit s serial number in the following space s n __ s Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty IMPORTANT T
14. hosen is relatively level and is clean and dry Clean with isopropyl alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes e Separate the fastener strips Peel the paper backing off each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the other piece to the bottom of the unit taking care not to cover the serial number Be careful not to place the fastener strip over the units serial number If the fastener strip is removed the serial number may be pulled off the unit Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty 7 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Visor Mounting optional accessory e Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot e Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is relatively level and has a clear view of the road o Slide on view a Insert into bracket mounting slot Do not bend this section of bracket Power Connection e Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit s power jack e 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 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 UD Unscrew the tip of
15. ing and Handling Total Enclosed ORDER FORM WITH CERTIFIED CHECK OR VORDERMO eect cay ee a A ae we a ee Whistler CTS PO Box 1844 Bentonville AR 72712 IF PAYING BY MASTERCARD OR VISA PLEASE PROVIDE rrr TypeofCard _ MasterCard _ Visa __ American Express Name on Card For expedited shipping costs contact Whistler Customer Service 1 800 531 0004 A 34 35
16. le equipment electrical accessories brakes power mirrors windows directionals hom etc or when accelerating e Vehicle s electrical system including battery and altemator may have electri cal noise Install a filter capacitor 470mfd 25 volt or larger capacitance value on the back of the lighter socket PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough e Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode e Check audio level setting see page 00 00 PROBLEM No X band signals e Cancel City 2 or tum X band on See page 00 PROBLEM Unit gives laser alert when accelerating e Possible bad or low quality distributor cap Replace with high quality cap PROBLEM Not detecting radar laser signals Make sure that the unit isin Combo or Radar Only mode If unit is in Compass O nly mode no radar laser signals will be received e Make sure that Laser or any one of the radar bands have not been turned off in Option Select mode See page 00 If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide please call Whistler Consumer Relations at 1 800 531 0004 before returning your unit for service 25 ARE DETECTORS LEGAL SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 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 E
17. ly engage the Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by press ing and holding the City button until one beep is heard Refer to Option Select Mode for instructions for deacti vating battery saver mode feature Vehicle Battery Monitor The vehicle s battery voltage can be momentarily dis played by pressing and holding the Mode button for 3 sec onds Display reads RADAR ALERTS SAFETY RADAR ALERTS 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 counter like pattern The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source Example Ka Band Detected Display El MMS 1 weak signal 9 strong signal 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 pattern continues 20 In communities where transmitters are located the Safety Warning 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 SURFACE Note Notall areas have Safety Warning System transmitters Visit Safety Warning Systems web page at www safetyradar com for SWS locations 21 LASER VG 2 ALERTS RESET FEATURES Laser Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is dete
18. o 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 30 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 returned 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 returned to you along with your certified check or money order IMPORTANT When returning your unit for service be cer tain to include a daytime telephone number Consumer Relations If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detector or require service during or after the warranty period please call Consumer Relations at 1 800 531 0004 Representati
19. the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles If caught in a state where detectors are illegal see page 26 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 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 NOTE For more information on speed monitoring tech nologies visit our FAQ page at www whistlergroup com faq detectors asp 28 Consumer Warranty The 1790SE Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of three 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 three years Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product Service Under Warranty During the warranty period defective units will be repaired or replaced with the same or a comparable model at Whistler s option without charge to the purchaser wh
20. ts 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 coating which affect radar signals Consult your dealer or the owners manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating e Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield To reduce the possibility of theft conceal your unit when not in use Windshield M ounting e Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes e Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen IMPORTANT Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield The suction cups may leave permanent marks on this type of surface To find out if your vehicle has this type of wind shield 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 sunlight If the detector is removed this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles e Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place e If necessary the unit may be leveled by bending the wind shield bracket Press the bracket release button and remove the detector before bending Dash Mounting e Make sure the mounting location you have c
21. ty 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 13 OPERATION OPERATION Dim Dark Mode Dim Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display e Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumi nation to a Dim setting Display reads C DIM e Pressing and holding for 2 seconds 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 returns to the dimmer setting e Pressing and holding a third time restores full illumina tion to the display Engaging Disengaging VG 2 See Option Select Mode to turn this feature on 14 Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a drivers alert ness To engage when unit is not alarming e Press and hold City for approximately 2 seconds Release the button during or immediately after the alert is given Display reads RLU ALERT Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alert ness the driver must press either the Volume City or Quiet button within 3 5 seconds If the button is presse
22. ume at level 1 Auto Quiet does not affect VG 2 or laser alerts e Press Quiet Menu before a signal is detected to engage Auto Quiet Display reads y 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 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 12 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 devices which share frequencies with police radar Generally X band is used for these devices e Press City to engage City Display reads Ma e ae e Pressing City a second time engages City 1 Display reads P MARLEN e Pressing City a third time engages City 2 Display reads e Pressing City a fourth time cancels City City 1 and City 2 isplay reads pas HIGHWAY 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 sensitivi
23. ves are available to answer your questions Monday Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST 31 SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES Dimensions 1 6 H x 2 9 W x 4 5 L e Weight 7 5 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 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 70mA nominal e Compass Accuracy to 5 Resolution to 5 One or more U S patents apply 4 315 261 45 146 227 15 379 456 45 666 120 and 5 990 821 Specifications are subject to change without notice 32 The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 or by mailing in the form on page Code 202138 Visor Bracket 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit 206294 M odular Lighter Plug Requires 206550 or 206551 206550 M odular Straight Power Cord 5 Requires 206294 206551 M odular Coiled Power Cord 7 Requires 206294 206552 Straight Power Cord 5 206553 Coiled Power Cord 7 206879 Hook amp Loop 206880 Hardwire Kit 10 for wiring to fuse box M odular interconnecting pieces cord and plug Shipping and handling per order 5 00 Prices are subject to change without notice 33 ACCESSORY ORDER FORM PLEASE SHIP TO Shipp
24. xceptions are Virginia and Washington D C which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle Concerning 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 26 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 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 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 c
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