User manual WHISTLER 3500 INSTALLATION

[. . . ] In most vehicles the best mounting location is directly below or behind the bumper. Radar signals will pass through non-metallic materials such as fiberglass and plastic, however, be sure to mount the receiver away from any metal, as it will block the receiver's antenna. Because the optimal location for mounting the antenna varies by vehicle type, the hardware supplied is designed to offer a wide variety of mounting options. We suggest choosing the option that enables the antenna to be securely fastened and provides the antenna window adequate forward visibility. [. . . ] Slide the screws through the corner holes on the flange of the antenna housing and then tighten into the metal reflector (do not over tighten). 9 10 INSTALLATION OF RADAR ANTENNA Mount the antenna to the vehicle such that the ANTENNA window is facing the road surface, sky, right or left of the vehicle, and the reflector has an unobstructed view of the road ahead. INST ALLA TION OF LASER ANTENNA Antenna Cable to the Battery CAUTION: Always wear safety glasses and exercise caution when working near the battery. Car batteries emit hydrogen gas while charging and may explode if sparks are present. Once the antenna is installed connect the cable from the radar antenna to quick disconnect power cable. Tie this cable in a knot similar to using an electrical extension cord. Connect the positive lead (wire with fuse holder) to the positive terminal on your car battery (on a conventional battery, remove the terminal first, on a side-mounted battery, remove the wire assembly from the terminal). Connect the other lead to the battery ground (the battery ground is generally a bolt located on the inner fender well, adjacent to the battery). NOTE: For optimum performance and freedom from battery related problems, make sure your car's battery terminals are clean and free from any corrosion. Using the supplied tie wraps, secure the excess power cable away from all moving engine components. General Laser Information The laser antenna provides both front and rear laser reception. Mount the laser antenna with the 3-lens array facing forward (down the road) and the single lens facing behind. This approach offers the greatest protection, since you will most often be traveling into a laser signal, rather that away from it when laser speed enforcement is encountered. For effective protection, make sure the laser antenna has an unobstructed view forward and behind, and that it is not placed behind metallic sun screens. Mounted in this position, radar signals are reflected into the ANTENNA window. Mounting the Temperature Probe Find a location that is far enough away from the engine and radiator heat but still in the airflow for the vehicle. Mounting the Probe too close to these heat areas will give a false high temperature. · Attach the mountable tie wrap (supplied) to the Temperature Probe as shown. · Mark location for Probe, then drill a hole using a 7/64" drill bit. Attach Probe with tie wrap in the correct orientation using the #6 x 3/4 screws. NOTE: Mount the Probe so that there is space between the Probe and the mounting area. Do not mount Probe directly to metal area. 11 12 INST ALLA TION OF LASERANTENNA Mounting the Laser Antenna The laser antenna can be mounted to the front windshield using the windshield bracket supplied. Installing the Laser Antenna Before using, attach the suction cup and rubber bumpers (2) to the metal bracket. [. . . ] At the other end of the power cable, the power and ground wires are separated. The ground wire has a "U" type connector which should be fastened to a metal surface. Look for an existing screw or bolt under the dash to use as a grounding point. The power wire has a spade type connector which should be connected to a switched +12 volt DC circuit in your vehicle's fuse box. [. . . ]