User manual WHISTLER PRO-1600W

[. . . ] All references to antenna in this manual will be the bubble area. INSTALLATION OF RADAR ANTENNA This arrangement provides flexibility for fastening the antenna/bracket assembly to your vehicle in a manner that allows the antenna window (ANTENNA) to have a forward looking view of the road ahead. The Small L Brackets (2) may also be fastened to the antenna in different positions as shown below: NOTE: Use of hardware that is not supplied or DRILLING into the case will cause damage to the receiver and void the warranty. Antenna Mounting Brackets There are two types of mounting brackets for the antenna: Large L (1) and Small L (2). The Large L bracket fastens to the through the hole on the flange of the antenna and then tighten into the metal bracket (do not over tighten). The Large L Bracket may be fastened to the antenna in a variety of positions as shown on page 8. [. . . ] In some situations it may be advantageous to use both the Large Land Small L Brackets to install the antenna in a vehicle. 7 8 Pro3450INSTALLmanual. pdf 3/15/04 3:18 PM Page 11 INSTALLATION OF RADAR ANTENNA INSTALLATION OF RADAR ANTENNA The Small L Brackets are fastened to the Large L Bracket using the #10-32 x 1/2" bolts, #10-32 nuts and lock washers. To fasten the Large L or Small L Brackets to your vehicle, mark the supporting structure through the appropriate holes in the brackets, then drill the holes in the supporting structure with a 13/64" drill bit. Attach the bracket(s) to the supporting structure using two bolts (#10-32 x 1-1/4") and corresponding nuts, flat washers, and lock washers. Because rough road surfaces can cause excessive vibration or bouncing, be certain to fasten the bracket(s) securely to your vehicle. Horizontal Or Vertical Mounting Of Antenna The antenna can be attached to the vehicle in a horizontal or vertical position, or at any angle between these two points. Select the position that allows you to fasten the antenna to your vehicle in the most secure manner Horizontal Mounting When mounting the antenna in a horizontal position (or on an angle between), remember to keep the ANTENNA window as close to perpendicular as possible to the road surface (ANTENNA window should not be angled up toward the sky or down toward the road surface). Mounting Vertical (with 45º Reflector) For vehicles that do not have sufficient clearance behind the bumper (about 5") to mount the antenna in a horizontal position, the 45º. The 45º Reflector is attached to the antenna with two screws (#6 x 3/4") on the side of the antenna housing marked ANTENNA. 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 Pro3450INSTALLmanual. pdf 3/15/04 3:18 PM Page 13 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 LLA A TION of LASER ANTENNA Antenna Cable to the Control Panel Once the antenna is installed connect the cable from the radar antenna to quick disconnect interface cable. Run the cable along the edge of the engine compartment to the firewall. Find a location in the firewall where other wires (or the speedometer cable) enter the passenger compartment and feed the stereo jack connection through. Be careful not to block the rear facing lens when mounted in this manner. Also, clean the appropriate surfaces with isopropyl alcohol before adhering the adhesive side of the fastener to those surfaces. Control panel snaps into rather than slides onto the Under Dash Bracket. Laser antenna mounted to rearview mirror with Hook & Loop Fasteners. 13 14 Pro3450INSTALLmanual. pdf 3/15/04 3:18 PM Page 17 INST LLA A TION OF CONTROL PANEL Control Panel Mounted With Hook & Loop Fasteners Fasteners can be used to mount the top or bottom of the control panel to your vehicle. Before adhering the adhesive side of the fastener to a surface, clean that surface with isopropyl alcohol. INST LLA A TION OF CONTROL PANEL Antenna Cable Connection The stereo connector on the end of the antenna cable plugs into Radar port (2) on the back of the control panel. Laser Antenna Cable Connection After mounting the laser antenna conceal the cable and plug the stereo jack connector into the port on the back of the control panel labeled LASER port (3). Power Cable Connection The power cable has a plug on one end which connects to the back of the control panel at the port labeled PWR port (1). At the other end of the power cable the power and ground wires are separated. The ground wire has a "U" type connector w h i c h 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. A switched circuit is one that has power when your vehicle is on, but has no power when your vehicle is off. [. . . ] A switched circuit is one that has power when your vehicle is on, but has no power when your vehicle is off. Connect the "U" type connector to the ground point selected, attach the power cord plug to the control panel area marked "PWR" then touch the power wire to the +12 volt DC switched power source selected; if the control panel sounds the self test sequence, then all connections are correct. Use of Hook & Loop simplifies control panel installation. Control Panel Mounted With Through Dash Bracket Installation instructions are provided with the bracket. We recommend using a professional installer if you are not familiar with customized dashboard installations. 5. Power Port 15 16 Pro3450INSTALLmanual. pdf 3/15/04 3:18 PM Page 19 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Added Protection From Behind/Optional Rear Laser Module For drivers interested in gaining increased detection range when laser is transmitted from behind, the Pro-3450 can be upgraded with a second laser antenna. [. . . ]