User manual WHISTLER XTR-440

[. . . ] If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies. Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space provided in the warranty section of the manual. To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your Whistler and to better understand the differences between detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recommend reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our website www. whistlergroup. com Enjoy your Whistler and please drive safely. Sincerely, The Whistler Group, Inc. Safety Warning SystemTM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level. 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). · Press Quiet/Menu (before a signal is detected) to engage Auto Quiet. · Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet. · Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel Auto Quiet mode. The backlighting can be programmed to be illuminated all the time, only when alarming, or choices in-between. The options are selectable by pressing and holding the Power/Dim button on the unit. The options are: OFF-OFF = Backlight is off during normal operation and off when the unit alarms OFF- DIM = Backlight is off during normal operation and dim when the unit alarms. OFF-BRT = Backlight is off during normal operation and bright when the unit alarms. DIM-OFF = Backlight is dim during normal operation and off when the unit alarms. It is important to respond promptly to a pulse alert, since warning time may be minimal. When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is: 1. Safety Radar Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X band alert. All user features can be reset to factory settings. Backlighting Dim/Bright 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. · Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type. 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 15 TROUBLESHOOTING · Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary. (Optional with the 1788R) · One or more of the batteries may be defective. 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 page at www. whistlergroup. com/faq-detectors. asp, before returning your unit for service. PROBLEM: Unit turns itself off · See battery saver feature on page 11 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 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. As with all battery operated devices remove the batteries when this unit will not be used for an extended period of time. Damage caused by leaky or improperly charged batteries are not covered under warranty. [. . . ] 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. Note: Damaged caused by incorrect battery placement or battery leakage is not covered under this warranty. Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2, Spectre The Interceptor VG-2 or simply VG-2, is one type of microwave receiver used by Police to detect signals radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector. [. . . ]