User manual WHISTLER SRT35

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call: INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner, For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler products are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle more productive, more fulfilling, safer, or just simply more fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience. [. . . ] · Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. · Pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds a second time engages Dark Mode. 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. · Pressing and holding the power button a third time restores full illumination to the display. WARNING!!!During extended periods of vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY. 11 12 13 LASER/RADAR ALERTS Safety Warning System/Audio/Visual Alerts When your SRT 30R Whistler detector detects a safety radar signal, it provides a distinctive audio tone and illuminates the first LED and the last LED of the Signal Strength Indicator. The SRT 35R Seven Segment display shows an "S. " and a decimal point when a Safety radar signal is detected. Alert VG-2 ALERTS VG-2 Detection Mode The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector, " is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled and the VG-2 indicator flashes at a slower rate. 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. Note: On the SRT 30R model, VG-2 must be turned on each time the unit is turned on to receive VG-2 Alerts. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Reset Features (SRT 35R Only) All user features can be reset to factory settings. Default Factory 1. · Self Test Mute OFF · Unit ON or OFF Default Factory Settings are: SRT 30R SWS Display Alert SRT 35R SWS Display Note: You will not be able to receive SWS alerts if transmitters are not located in your area. 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 is not operating optimally, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below. PROBLEM: No display or audio. · Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. · Make sure lighter socket is clean. Total Band ProtectionTM Complete Band Coverage that detects laser, radar, VG-2 and safety radar bands. PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud enough. · Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode. · Check audio level setting (see page 8). 14 15 16 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM: Unit alarms when using vehicle electrical accessories (brakes, power mirrors/ windows, directionals, horn, etc. ). · Vehicle's electrical system, including battery and alternator, may have electrical noise. 25 volt or larger capacitance value) on the back of the lighter socket. ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10, 000 lbs. ). Similarly, when used in automobiles or light trucks, radar detectors are legal in almost every state. Exceptions are Virginia and Washington, D. C. , which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle. Concerning trucks over 10, 000 lbs. , 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 lbs. [. . . ] NOTE: Having a radar detector capable of detecting the VG-2 may alert you to the presence of a speed trap. The newest tool Police have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre, as of this printing. Spectre can detect all undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors on the market. 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. [. . . ]