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Whistler 1783 Radar Detector User Manual

1. Enjoy your new Whistler and please drive safely Sincerely The Whistler Group Inc TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary Installation e Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting e Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation 6 e Compass Calibration e Power On and Self Test e Setting Saver e Feature Engaged Confirmation e Audio Level Adjustment e Integrated Real Voice e Compass Mode e Auto Quiet Mode e Quiet Mode e City City 1 City 2 Mode e Highway Mode piy Dar MDE ve e Engagin isengagin 2 Tek Totorial Mode a e Option Select Mode e Vehicle Battery Saver Mode e Vehicle Battery Monitor e Stay Alert Feature e Memo Mode Safety re System POP Mode Alerts Laser Radar Alerts e Speed Radar Audi e Laser Audio Visual Alerts e Pulse Protection VG 2 Alert e Alert Priority Reset Features Troubleshooting Guide Care and Maintenance Are Detectors Legal FCC Information Speed Monitoring e Radar Facts e POP Mode e Laser Facts e Other Speed Detection Systems Warranty Information Specifications Accessories WHISTLER FEATURES Feature Listing of 1783 and 1793 SE e Digital Compass e Real Voice e High Visibility Text Display e POP Mode Detection Capabilities e All Band e 360 Protection e VG 2 Cloaking Technology e Safety Warning System Selectable Bands 3 City Modes e Quiet Mode e Auto Quiet e Vehicle Battery Saver
2. Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal One or more U S patents may apply 5 146 227 5 379 456 5 666 120 5 990 821 POP Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries Inc Specifications are subject to change without notice 25 ACCESSORIES These and other accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 or visit our online store at www whistlergroup com Order Description Pri Code 202151 Windshield Bracket Kit 206552 Straight Power Cord 5 206553 Coiled Power Cord 7 206880 Hardwire Kit 10 for wiring to fuse box 206666 Modular Cord Package includes coiled and straight cords and power adapter 159032 Package of 8 Suction Cups 402081 Non Skid Dash Pad 206660 Straight Modular Cord and Socket Multiplier 206661 Coiled Modular Cord and Socket Multiplier Modular Interconnecting pieces cord and plug Shipping and handling per order 5 00 Prices are subject to change without notice 26
3. Setting Saver Dim Dark Mode e Stay Alert e Tutorial Mode 1783 1793 SE 11 11 1793 SE Additional Features e Memo Voice Recorder e Vehicle Battery Monitor 1793 SE Accessories Windshield Bracket Power Cord Travel Bag and Socket Multiplier 3 1783 Accessories Windshield Bracket Power Cord FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS Whistler s ergonomic and user friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience Special features include Note Not all units have all features listed 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 radar laser and VG 2 3 Mounting Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly 4 Radar Antenna Compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals 5 Front Laser Antenna High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection 6 Rear Laser Antenna An integrated optical wave guide 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 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 audi
4. 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 3 years for the 1793 SE 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 his product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are limited o the above time 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 without charge to the purchaser 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 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 to Whistler Repair Dept 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time IMPORTANT Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or
5. OWNER S MANUAL WHI gr noth LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 13016 N Walton Blvd Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 e Fax 479 273 2927 Customer Return Center 1201 N Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Customer Service Tel 800 531 0004 www whistlergroup com P N 203336 REV 1 2003 The Whistler Group Inc If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call CUSTOMER SERVICE 1 800 531 0004 Monday Friday e 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 Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space provided in the warranty section of the manual INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner With the change in time also comes change in technology Radar gun manufacturers have stepped up to the plate The new arsenal they carry is called POP Mode This new gun is a normal K or Ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the
6. al within 20 seconds will resume at level 1 Auto Quiet does not affect VG 2 or laser alerts OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Continued e Press Quiet Menu 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 Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new alert within 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 City City 1 City 2 Mode 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 Press City to cancel Highway mode and engage City e Press City a second time engages City 1 e Press City a third time engages City 2 Pressing City a fourth time cancels City Modes and returns the unit to Highway Mode In City Mode weak speed safety radar signal 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 City 1 and Clty 2 Modes operate the same as Highway Mod
7. and release e Press Power to exit 10 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 a Wor quiet must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited To enter 1783 Chart Press Displa To Change Option Repe For 2 COMBO Combo Radar amp Seconds Compass Radar Radar Only Compass Compass Only 1st Time TONE 3 YES Tone1 2 3 w NO 8 different X K Ka atterns rN 2nd Time TEST YES ON X K Ka Audio tones 1 beep during 3rd Time VG 2 OFF v Power Up Turns VG 2 On Turns VG 2 Off Turns Safety Radar On Real Voice Engaged Real Voice Pop On Pop Off Battery Saver On Battery Saver Off 11 OPERATION 1793 SE Chart Press Displa To Change Option zE Seconds W Both Calibration 1st Time COMBO Combo Radar amp Compass Radar Radar Only Compass Compass Onl OPERATION Vehicle Battery Saver Mode your detector within 3 hours if you imer is reset if the detector is turne will alert you with an audible and it shuts off During this warning you can rese any button This will reset the tim f the unit has automatically turned i button to turn the unit back on Yo The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off orget to turn it off The d off unplugged or any button is p
8. damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested CODs will not be accepted 23 WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 Include with your unit the following information clearly printed e Your name and street address for shipping via UPS a daytime telephone number and email address if applicable A detailed description of the problem e g Unit performs self test but does not respond to radar e A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number For reference please write your units 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 units original warranty has expired e 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 The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is 55 00 U S If you require out of
9. dar 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 newer radar guns operating on K or Ka bands When the gun is in POP Mode and activated a brief burst of energy less that 1 10 of a second is transmitted and the vehicles s speed is quickly acquired A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission This detector has the power to report this new gun where other detectors cannot 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 in mind 21 SPEED MONITORING e Because you vehicle
10. e but in City 1 Mode only the X band sensitivity is lowered In City 2 Mode X band is not detected 9 OPERATION City City 1 City 2 Mode Continued CAUTION 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 Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar X K Ka Safety Radar or laser signals are detected and is recommended for open road driving For more information on City and Highway mode please visit our FAQ page on our website www whistlergroup com Dim Dark Mode Dim Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display e Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting e Pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds a second time engages 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 for 20 seconds after then the display returns to the dimmer setting e Pressing and holding the power button a third time restores full illumination to the display Engaging Disengaging VG 2 See option select mode to turn this feature on Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet simultaneously
11. ect 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 units exterior ARE DETECTORS LEGAL In Most States YES Laser radar detectors are legal in every state with the exception of Virginia and Washington D C which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle when used in automobiles or ight trucks under 10 000 Ibs Concerning trucks over 10 000 Ibs the Federal Highway Administration FHWA issued a regulation effective January 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 ew York restricting the use of radar detectors in trucks over 18 000 Ibs and in Illinois in trucks over 26 000 Ibs 19 FCC INFORMATION FCC ID HSXWH11 1783 1793 SE 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 modifica tions not expressly approved by Whistler could void the user s authority to operate the eq
12. ent the unit continues to hide and repeats the VG 2 alert If no ati 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 19 amp 20 for VG 2 information 16 VG 2 ALERTS 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 RESET FEATURES Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings eUnplug Power Cord from unit ePress and hold Power and Quiet Plug Power Cord into unit eWait for 2 beeps Release Power and Quiet buttons Unit is now reset Default factory settings are Audio to level 4 Display reads Highway Dim Dark Mode to full illumination of display Auto Quiet Mode OFF VG 2 Detection Mode OFF Combo ON Safety ON Vehicle Battery Saver ON Full Power Up sequence 10 Default TONE 3 11 All Band ON 12 POP ON 13 Unit ON or OFF NOTE Must calibrate compass after resetting features 17 50 00 SON Ol 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 i
13. et buttons within 3 5 seconds If button a is pressed within 3 5 seconds the cycle is repeated If a button was not pressed within 3 5 sounds and the display reads GET e Press 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 13 conds alarm OPERATION Memo Mode 1793 SE only 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 observ ing the road ahead To record or play a message Memo mode e Press both volume buttons for less than 2 seconds and release The unit will beep once this enters Memo mode Display reads CELY t eC e Press and release the Quiet Record button to begin a recording Note Recording starts as soon as the button is released Display reads REC record 1 track 8 time remaining If the recording time expires for a track the unit will auto
14. fety coating on the inside of the windshield The windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on this type of surface To find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield check the owner s manual or ask your dealer We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in direct sunlight Bx INSTALLATION 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 f necessary the unit may be leveled by bending he windshield bracket Press the bracket release button and remove the detector before bending 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 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 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 Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse OPERATION Compass Calibration Set up The unit will need to be calibrated in order fo
15. matically switch to the next track Press and release Quiet Record again to stop recording The unit will automatically stop recording once track 9 is completed To play a message e Enter Memo mode and press Power Play to listen to recorded messages e To play a selected track press Volume Up or Volume Down button until selected track appears on the display Display reads PLY play 1 track 8 time remaining e Press the Power Play button Messages are kept in memory and are not affected by resetting the factory features See Reset Features section of the manual 14 OPERATION Memo Mode Continued To delete a message e 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 To exit Memo mode e Press both volume buttons and release The unit will beep twice NOTE Memo mode automatically exits within 20 seconds if a button is not pressed SWS Safety Warning System 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 NOTE Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters POP MODE ALERTS POP Mode Alerts Because POP Mode travels on regular radar bandwith there is no particular alert for POP Mode tra
16. nsmissions POP Mode alerts will be displayed as a regular radar alert 15 LASER 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 Laser Audio Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word Laser and signal strength is displayed the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds Example Q The more Il the closer the laser source Pulse Protection Pulse or instant on radar is more difficult to detect than conventional radar because it remains off until activated to measure the speed of a targeted vehicle When a pulse type transmission is detected your Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3 second audio warning and the display shows PULSE like the picture above After the 3 second pulse alert the standard alert pat tern 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 VG 2 ALERTS 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 Every 30 seconds the detector checks for a VG 2 signal If a VG 2 signal is still pres
17. o alerts while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed Pressing and holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode see page 12 9 Power Dim Dark Turns unit on off and engages Dim Dark modes press and hold for 2 seconds 10 Volume Up Down Buttons Adjust volume up or down 11 High Visibility Text Display Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected signal strength and indicates engaged modes of operation 12 Power Jack Provides connection for the power cord INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines ount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield e 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 inted glass does not affect reception e Some windshields have an Instaclear or Electriclear type coating which affect radar signals Consult your dealer or the owner s manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield 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 e Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen IMPORTANT Some newer cars have a plastic sa
18. ou do not have to re enter them onplete circle 5 Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on two beeps confirm feature off OPERATION Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or low to high in seven steps e Press Volume up to increase audio level e Press Volume w down to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level Integrated Real Voice When selected Real Voice will be used to articulate the following 1 Band Identification 2 Safety Warning System messages 3 Feature Selection NOTE In certain cases the voice message does not replicate the text message Compass Mode The unit 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 either laser radar or compass features can be turned off meaning RADAR equals detection of all police bands and laser Compass equals 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 6 amp 7 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 sign
19. past 30 years unless he gun is placed in POP Mode POP Mode is a feature on some newer radar guns operating on K or Ka bands When the gun is in POP Mode and activated a brief burst of energy less that 1 10 of a second is transmitted and he vehicles s speed is quickly acquired A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission This detector has the power to report his new gun where other detectors cannot until now Whistler introduces the 1783 and 1793 SE with POP Mode detection These units are the beginning in total protection With POP Mode detection these units can react fast enough to detect this new technology Packed with power you still have a full featured radar detector e VOICE MEMO RECORDER digitally records your voice message 1793 SE only e COMPASS provides points of direction e REAL VOICE ALERTS are given verbally through the detector so you do not have to take your eyes off the road to look at the display e TEXT DISPLAY shows laser radar information VG 2 alerts SWS messages and detector status e NEW POP MODE CAPABILITIES Even though these units are packed full of features they re still very easy to use To fully utilize your unit to its potential we recommend reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our web site www whistlergroup com Note Compass must be calibrated before use See Compass Calibration set up section
20. r the compass to provide accurate readings To calibrate the unit perform the following procedure 1 Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle s windshield in which it will be used Make sure there are no other magnetic sources near the detector i e speaker 6 OPERATION Compass Calibration Set up Continued 2 Select a large clear area parking lot or field without any power lines 3 1783 only While parked press both volume buttons simultaneously 793 Only Press and hold quiet button until display says CALMODE Then press both volume buttons simultaneously The display shows scrolling rive in tw 2 4 If calibration does not automatically finish press both volume buttons simultaneously to complete calibration The unit will beep twice and display for example i gt HE 45 Note If unit mounting is relocated in the vehicle i e visor to windshield mounting or dash mounting or if the unit is moved to another vehicle you must recalibrate the compass Power On and Self Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an automatic self test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional e Press Power or apply Power Display reads in order 1 WHISTLER 2 X band 3 kK band 4 Ka band 5 LASER 6 SRON 7 VG2 OFF 8 BSVRON 9 POP ON 10 HWY 11 NE 45 Setting Saver Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so that when the detector is turned off and then on again y
21. ressed before the 3 hours have expired The detector visual warning before the unit by pressing er self off press the Power 2nd Time TONE3 A YES Tone 1 2 3 WwW O 3 different X K Ka Patterns 3rd Time TEST YES ON X K Ka Audio tones F 1 beep during Power Up 4th Time X ON N_ X Band On X Band Off 5th Time KON ON K Band On W OFF_ K Band Off 6th Time N Ka Band On WwW FF a Band Off aie Laser Band Off VG 2 OFF Turns VG 2 On Turns VG 2 Off Turns Safety Radar On F Turns Safety Radar Off 10th Time VOICE ON N Real Voice Engaged OFF Real Voice Disengaged 11th Time Pop ON PRA 12th Time B SVR ON N Battery Saver On F Battery Saver Off 12 u can manually engage he Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by pressing and holding he City button until one beep is heard Refer to Option Select Mode for instructions for deactivating battery saver mode feature Vehicle Battery Monitor 1793 SE only he vehicle s battery voltage can be momentarily displayed by pressing and holding both volume buttons for 3 seconds 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 Display reads LE AL Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alertness the driver must press either the City Volume or Qui
22. s license plate or headlights are the laser gun s primary targets mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range e Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through If you can t see past a vehicle ahead of you chances are your detector won t either e The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same as a radar detector Laser guns are most often used at short range Whistler Laser Radar detectors receive all current laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905 10mm Pro Laser II Ill eLT1 20 20 Ultra Lyte 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 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 22 WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty This Whistler Laser Radar
23. s 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 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 Unit alarms when using vehicle electrical accessories brakes power mirrors windows turn signals horn etc e Vehicle s electrical system including battery and alternator may have electrical noise Install a filter capacitor 470mfd 25 volt or larger capacitance value on the back of the lighter socket PROBLEM Unit gives laser alert when accelerating e Possible bad or low quality distributor cap Replace with high quality cap PROBLEM Audio alerts are not loud enough e Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode e Check audio level setting see page 8 amp 9 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 nei whistlergroup com f39 detectors asp efore returning your unit for service 18 Care And Maintenance During the summer months avoid prolonged exposure to dir
24. uipment SPEED MONITORING 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 oscillator of a radar detector Because its purpose is to identify persons driving with radar detectors the VG 2 is known as a radar detector detector The VG 2 is the primary tool used by the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles If caught in a state where detectors are illegal see page 19 drivers risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine In addition instant on radar is almost always used in combination with a VG 2 leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receiving two tickets one potentially for speeding the other for possession of a detector Having a radar detector capable of detecting the VG 2 may alert you to the presence of a speed trap For more information on speed monitoring technologies please visit our FAQ page on our website www whistlergroup com NOTE It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors 20 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 ra
25. warranty service 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 VISA or American Express personal checks are not accepted 24 WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 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 email address if applicable Customer Service If you have questions concerning 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 1783 Dimensions 4 65 Lx 2 95 Wx 1 45 H_ Weight 6 8 oz 1793 SE Dimensions 4 65 Lx 2 95 W x 1 45 H Weight 6 8 oz 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 20 C to 80 C 4 F to 176 F Power Requirements

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