Whistler 1758 Radar Detector User Manual
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1. 11b e POP Mode Detection e Real Voice Alerts e Text Display e High Gain Optical Lens e Stay Alert e Total Band Protection e 360 Total Perimeter Protection e VG 2 Cloaking Technology e 3 City Modes e Quiet Auto Quiet Modes e Vehicle Battery Saver e Setting Saver e Alert Priority e Safety Warning System 1773 12 7 11a 8 1758 amp 1773 Accessories Windshield Bracket Kit amp 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 Speaker Provides distinct audio warnings for X K Ka band radar safety radar laser and VG 2 Mounting Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly Radar Antenna Compact high efficiency antenna receives radar signals Front Laser Antenna High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser detection 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 au2. 17 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 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 light 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 New York restricting the use of radar detectors in trucks over 18 000 Ibs and in Illinois in trucks over 26 000 Ibs 18 FCC INFORMATION FCC ID HSXWH11 1758 1773 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 modification
3. Volume or Quiet buttons within 3 5 seconds If a button is pressed 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 1758 only The H or C will flash indicating Stay Alert is activated Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alertness the driver must press either the Volume City or Quiet button within 3 5 seconds If the button is pressed within 3 5 seconds the cycle is repeated If a button was not pressed within 3 5 seconds alarm sounds and the display will flash all LED s e Press Power to exit for both the 1758 amp 1773 12 OPERATION Stay Alert Feature Cont 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 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 1773 Only Example Poor Road Surface e 1758 Model displays a 5 to indicate a SWS message has been received NOTE Not all areas have Safety Warn
4. 2 OF ON Turns VG 2 On OFF Turns VG 2 Off 4th Time SRON ON_ Turns Safety Radar OFF On 5th Time VOICE ON ON_ Real Voice Engaged OFF Real Voice 6th Time POP ON ON POP On OFF POP Off 7th Time BSVRON 44 ON Battery Saver On OFF Battery Saver Off 11 OPERATION 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 During this warning you can reset the unit by pressing any button This will reset the timer If the unit has automatically turned itself off press the Power button to turn the unit back on You can manually engage the Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by pressing and holding the City button until one beep is heard Refer to Option Select Mode for instructions for deactivating battery saver mode feature 1773 Only Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver s alertness To engage when unit is not alarming e Press and hold City for approximately 2 seconds Release button during or immediately after the alert is given 1773 only Display reads H HIER Within 30 60 seconds two beeps are sounded to show alertness the driver must press either the City
5. 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 Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal One or more U S patents ma apply 9 146 227 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 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
6. OWNER S MANUAL Cs WHISTLER Technology for the Way You Live 1758 1773 Total Band Protection LASER RADAR DETECTOR The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters 13016 N Walton Blvd Bentonville AR 72712 Tel 479 273 6012 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 203172 2004 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 8 00 am 5 00 pm CT or visit our website www whistlergroup com Please keep the receipt in a safe place You may register your product online at www whistlergroup com For warranty verification purposes a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for warranty work If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies 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 gu
7. adar beam reflects off a moving target a measurable frequency shift occurs The radar unit converts this shift into miles per hour to determine your vehicle s speed Currently the FCC Federal Communications Commission permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band 10 500 10 550 GHz K Band 24 050 24 250 GHz and Ka Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Note A radar detector will not alarm if an officer is not transmitting on any one of the above radar bands POP Mode POP Mode is a feature on some newer radar guns operating on K and Ka bands When the gun is in POP Mode and activated a brief burst of energy less that 1 15 of a second is transmitted and the vehicle s speed is quickly acquired A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission This detector has the power to report this new gun where other detectors cannot Total Band Protection Complete Band Coverage that detects laser radar VG 2 and safety radar bands 20 SPEED MONITORING Laser Facts It s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles In contrast a laser gun can target a specific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identification is the result of the laser gun s narrow beam A radar transmission can cover more than a four lane highway
8. 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 e Because you 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 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 ePro Laser II Ill elT1 20 20 eUltra Lyte 21 SPEED MONITORING Laser Tips If you are the targeted vehicle a laser gun can often determine your speed within a few seconds after you receive an alert In this situation there is generally no time to safely adjust your speed However if you are traveling near or behind the targeted vehicle and receive an alert response time should be sufficient Any laser alert regardless of duration requires immediate action Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure vehicle soeeds When these methods are being used no detector can provide a warning These techniques include e Pacing A patrol car driv
9. ated 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 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 19 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 15 RESET FEATURES Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings e Unplug Power Cord from unit e Press and hold Power and Quiet e Plug Power Cord into unit e Wait for 2 beeps e Release Power and Quiet buttons Unit is now reset Default factory settings are Audio to level 4 Display reads Highway 1773 only H illuminates on 1758 Dim Dark Mode to full illumination of display Auto Quiet Mode OFF VG 2 Detection Mode OFF Safety ON Vehicle Battery Saver ON Full Power Up sequence Default TONE 3 POP ON Voice On 1773 only 12 Unit ON or OFF SOW ONOUARW No 16 TROUBLESHOOTING Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable trouble free operati
10. cation 2 Safety Warning System messages 3 Feature Selection NOTE In certain cases the voice message does not replicate the text message OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level 1 approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal is detected The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level 1 Auto Quiet does not affect VG 2 or laser alerts 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 e 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 e Pressing City a fourth time cancels City Modes and returns the uni
11. dio 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 see page 12 1773 only 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 11a Text Display 1773 only Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected signal strength and indicates engaged modes of operation 11b 7 Segment Icon Display Provides numeric signal strength indicator and band identification 12 Power Jack Provides connection for the power cord 4 Ya N FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS e POP Mode Detection Capability see page 14 e Total Band Protection Complete Band Coverage that detects laser radar VG 2 and safety radar bands INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines e Mount 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 tinted glass does not affect reception Some windshields have an Instaclear or Electriclear type coating which affect radar signals Consult your dealer or the owner s manual supplied wit
12. es behind you and matches your driving speed e Vascar Aircraft The time it takes a vehicle to travel a known distance is measured WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty This Whistler Laser Radar detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused modified installed improperly if the housing has been removed or if the serial number is missing There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to the above time Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use misuse or operation of this product 22 WARRANTY INFORMATION Service Under 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 wit
13. h 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 damage incurred in shipping Therefore please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested CODs will not be accepted 2 Include with your unit the following information clearly printed e Your name and street address for shipping via UPS a daytime telephone number and email address if applicable e 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 23 WARRANTY INFORMATION 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number For reference please write your unit s serial number in the following space s n__ Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty IMPORTANT To validate that your unit is within the warranty period make sure you keep a copy of your dated store receipt You may register your warranty online at www whistlergroup com however for warranty verification purposes a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for warranty work Service Out of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when e The units original warranty has expired e Dated store receipt is not supplied e The unit has been returned without its se
14. h your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating e Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield e 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 safety coating on the inside of the windshield The windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on this type of surface To find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield check the owner s manual or ask your dealer We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in direct sunlight INSTALLATION CONT Windshield Mounting Cont 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 the 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
15. ing System transmitters 13 POP MODE ALERTS POP Mode Alerts Because POP Mode travels on regular radar bandwidth there is no particular alert for POP Mode transmissions POP Mode alerts will be displayed as a regular radar alert 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 audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds e Model 1773 displays LASER Ll D The more Ill the closer the laser source e Model 1758 displays 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 H After the 3 second pulse alert the standard alert pattern continues for as long as the signal is present It is important to respond promptly to a pulse alert since warning time may be minimal 14 VG 2 ALERTS VG 2 Audio Visual Alerts NOTE You must turn this feature on before it will detect VG 2 When a VG 2 signal is detected the detector hides its own radi
16. istler Group Inc TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary ccssssseeee 3 5 Installation 5 6 e Mounting Guidelines e Windshield Mounting e Power Connection and Fuse Replacement 6 Operation e Power On and Self Test e Setting Saver e Feature Engaged Confirmation e Audio Level Adjustment e Integrated Real Voice 1773 only e Auto Quiet Mode e Quiet Mode e City City 1 City 2 Mode e Highway Mode e Dim ray Mode Z e Engaging Disengaging VG 2 Teack Tene Mode 2 e Option Select Mode 1773 only e Vehicle Battery Saver Mode e Stay Alert Feature Safety Warning System POP Mode Alerts Laser Radar Alerts e Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts e Laser Audio Visual Alerts e Pulse Protection VG 2 Alerts e Alert Priority Reset Features Troubleshooting Guide Care and Maintenance Are Detectors Legal u r a 18 FCC Information 19 Speed Monitoring e Radar Facts e POP Mode e Total Band Protection e Laser Facts e Other Speed Detection Systems Warranty Information Specifications Accessories WHISTLER FEATURES Feature Listings of 1758 and 1773 e POP Mode Detection e Seven Segment Icon Display e High Gain Optical Lens e Stay Alert e Total Band Protection e 360 Total Perimeter Protection e VG 2 Cloaking Technology e 3 City Modes e Quiet Auto Quiet Modes e Vehicle Battery Saver e Setting Saver e Alert Priority e Safety Warning System 1758
17. n detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years unless the gun is placed in POP Mode POP Mode is a feature on some newer radar guns operating on K and Ka bands When the gun is in POP Mode and activated a brief burst of energy less that 1 15 of a second is transmitted and the vehicle s speed is quickly acquired A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission This detector has the power to report this new gun where other detectors cannot until now Whistler introduces the 1758 and 1773 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 NEW POP MODE CAPABILITIES e HIGH GAIN OPTICAL LENS which provides increased laser sensitivity e REAL VOICE ALERTS 1773 Only are given verbally through the detector so you do not have to take your eyes off the road to look at the display e SEVEN SEGMENT DISPLAY 1758 Only provides numeric signal strength indicator and band identification 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 Enjoy your new Whistler and please drive safely Sincerely The Wh
18. ng e Pressing and holding the power button a third time restores full illumination to the display 9 OPERATION Engaging Disengaging VG 2 1773 See option select mode to turn this feature on 1758 Press and hold the quiet button Unit beeps once for VG 2 on twice for off When a VG 2 signal is detected the VG 2 alert is sounded After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled and the VG 2 indicator flashes at a slower rate This cycle is repeated if the VG 2 signal is again detected During the period a VG 2 signal is detected a radar signal cannot be detected However because the VG 2 alert has confirmed that a patrol car is nearby you are already aware of the potential for speed monitoring and can adjust your speed accordingly Laser detection is not affected while a VG 2 signal is detected Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal e Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release e Press Power to exit 10 OPERATION Option Select Mode 1773 Only Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone 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 1773 Chart Ist Time TONE 3 A YES Tone 1 2 3 w NO 3 different X K Ka Patterns i F 2nd Time TEST YES ON X K Ka Audio tones OFF 1 beep during Power Up 3rd Time VG
19. on If your unit has been correctly installed following the guidelines in this manual but is not operating optimally please refer to the troubleshooting guide below PROBLEM No display or audio e Check fuse in Whistler plug replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type e Check fuse for lighter socket replace if necessary e Make sure lighter socket is clean 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 power 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 7 amp 8 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 aoe at www whistlergroup com faq detectors asp efore returning your unit for service
20. rial number e The unit has been abused moditied 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 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 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 24 WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 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
21. s not expressly approved by Whistler could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 18 drivers risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine In addition instant on radar is almost always used in combination with a VG 2 leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receiving two tickets one potentially for speeding the other for possession of a detector 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 FAO 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 19 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 r
22. t to Highway Mode OPERATION City City 1 City 2 Mode Cont 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 Mode but in City 1 Mode only the X band sensitivity is lowered In City 2 Mode X band is not detected CAUTION Some towns small cities may still be using X band radar 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 setti
23. 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 tio With use screw cap on plug may loosen Retighten occasionally amp Ss C E D Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse OPERATION Power On and Self Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on an automatic self test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional e Press Power Display reads 1773 only in order 1 WHISTLER 2 X band 3 K band 4 Ka band 5 LASER 6 SRON 7 VG2 OFF 8 BSVRON 9 POP ON 10 HWY e Display indicators will light in same order for 1758 Setting Saver Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so that when the detector is turned off and then on again you do not have to re enter them Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on two beeps confirm feature off Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or low to high 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 1773 only When selected Real Voice will be used to articulate the following 1 Band Identifi
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