User manual WHISTLER 1780

[. . . ] 1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 1780 LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927 www. whistlergroup. com PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004 P/N 1780MAN, © WHISTLER 2000 TM 1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 3 INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: Dear Whistler Owner, For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. [. . . ] Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 See option select mode to turn this feature on. CITY 2 · Pressing City a fourth time cancels City, City 1, and City 2. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert feature may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY. 3rd time 4th time VG2 OFF SAFETY ON VOICE ON B SVR 5th time = ON = OFF 6th time = ON = OFF *Factory settings. Press anytime to exit. 14 15 1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 19 OPERATION Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. Display reads: OPERATION · Press and release the (Quiet/Record) button to begin a recording. Display reads: TEACH REC1 8 Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tutorial mode is engaged. 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. 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): · Press memo button and release. Display reads: REC = record, 1 = track #, 8 = time remaining If the recording time expires for a track, the unit will automatically switch to the next track. To play a message: · Enter Memo mode and press (Power/Play) to listen to recorded messages. · To play a selected track, press (Volume Up) or (Volume Down) button until selected track appears on the display. Display reads: PLY1 8 PLY = play, 1 = track #, 8 = time remaining PLAY RECORD MEMO 16 · Press the (Power/Play) button. Messages are kept in memory and are not affected by resetting the factory features. To delete a message: · Enter Memo mode and press (Volume Up) or (Volume Down) button until selected track appears on the display. · Press the (Quiet/Record) button twice. 17 1780 10/4/00 9:26 AM Page 21 OPERATION To exit Memo mode: · Press memo button and release. 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: RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. [. . . ] 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. 72756 WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. [. . . ]