TMG a-15 User manual

TMG
LASER DEFENDER
a-15
Facets Product Design & Development Ltd.
Taiwan Microwave Group
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Operation Manual
v1.2 Oct. 2018

Content
Introducon ................................................................................................ 2
Installaon ................................................................................................... 4
Operaon .................................................................................................... 6
Warranty ..................................................................................................... 8
Appendix ..................................................................................................... 9
Introducon
Thank you for purchasing the TMG A-15, one of the most innovave and
sophiscated devices in its category today.
Please be sure to read this manual to familiarize yourself with the features
and operation of this product. Enjoy the trip and drive safely!
The TMG A-15 system is a Class 1M laser product. Never look at
the heads closely while powered on! We recommend the use of IR
laser protective eye wear when testing the system and/or when
using LIDAR guns.
Motorists are expected to exercise caution while using this
product, and to obey all applicable trac laws.
Check your State and local laws regarding usage. We encourage you to disable
the jamming function as soon as possible once you slow down. This can be done by
pressing the RCV button, front power button, or the RCV tab on the app.
“Test mode” is meant for laser jamming testing only. Using this system in full time
jamming mode could result in suspicion of jamming by the LIDAR operator.
Auto-sleep mode is enabled by default, and it is highly recommended to use the
Auto-kill feature to set the system to “Receive only mode” after 4 seconds.
The TMG A-15 system is designed for use with 12V power sources;
Using this system with a 24V power source will permanently
damage the CPU, and will void your 2 year warranty.
Specicaons
Input .................................................................................. DC 12V
Laser Wavelength .............................................................. 905nm
Opcal Peak Power ............................................................ Up to 75 W
Communicaon ................................................................. BT3.0/4.0 Compable
Operang Temperature .................................................... -10°F~150°F / -25°C~70°C
Tool Requirements
•2mm allen wrench to secure set screws
• Cordless screwdriver to mount the brackets
• Small screws or 3M VHB tape to mount the brackets
• Velcro or 3M VHB tape to mount the CPU
•Tape measure to measure out the head seperation
• Electrical tape to wrap up the head connectors and the wire to
feed through the rewall.
•(Optional) Metal wire to feed the wires through the firewall.
2 3
Indent
Set Screw
Detent
Coupler
Detent on transponder lines up with indent on the
bracket. Posion is locked into place with the set screw.

CHAPTER 1: Installaon
Make sure the heads are positioned approximately the same height as the
license plate and separated by at least 24 to 30 inches from each other.
Mounting the heads too close together can cause interference.
Use the included green bubble level tool to make sure the heads are
horizontally positioned, and are facing straight forward, and ensure all
mounting screws are tight.
When using a third head, install the head in the center of both heads,
below the car’s emblem or directly above the license plate.
The TMG A-15 is capable of supporting up to 8 heads total
with the use of optional splitters.
Make sure
transponders
are facing
straight forward.
Make sure the heads are
horizontally installed by using
the bubble level included in
the package.
Changing the Lens cover
Aer a year of use on the road, replace
the old lens cover with a new one. Use
a pin to pry open the old lens cover to
replace it.
Cables
Align arrows on cable
when connecting for
proper fit.
Oponal third head for maximum protecon.
BMW owners have the opon to install the heads vercally. However a third
horizontal head is required so you have two vercal outside heads and one center
horizontal head.
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Controller must be installed inside the cabin.
24” ~ 30”
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV
24” ~ 30”
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV
a-15
UDT
AUTO/QUIETRCV

CHAPTER 2: Operaon
Adjusting Volume
Press and hold the + and - buttons on the side of the controller to change the
voume setting (up to volume level 15).
Receive Only Mode
Press the RCV button to switch between Auto Sleep mode (4 second jamming
followed by 1 minute of Receive Only mode) and Receive Only mode (only alerts to
laser, and does not jam). Press RCV during an alert to immediately kill the jammers.
Auto/Quiet
Auto Sleep mode automatically stops jamming after 4 seconds (auto-JTK) followed
by a 1 minute warm-up period. Use caution during warm-up as all laser alerts will
be muted until the CPU announces “Auto Sleep mode off”.
Press the SLP/RPT button to report police to the server.
Press and hold for 1 second to enter Test Mode (warning light will be illuminated).
The RDT port is for radar detector integration, or other accessories. The side
PWR port can be used to power the unit with a 12v barrel connector (1.35 mm).
App Operation
1. Start the Laser Defender App. To begin pairing, press the Start/On button in the
app. The A-15 CPU needs to be powered on and nearby for connection.
DO NOT use the Bluetooth menu of the phone or tablet to pair the A-15 system.
2. Choose the BT MAC address starting with “1E:03” for Android system or “1E:04”
for iOS. If prompted for a password, enter “1234” or “0000”. It can take up to 15
seconds for the connection to be established.
3. Now you can hide the app, and only keep the pop-up. The app will automatically
disconnect and re-connect to the A-15 CPU when powered off and on. To bring
the interface back, press the pop-up.
4. The CPU can automatically report to the server when it receives laser signals. If
you keep the app open, you can manually report a few different types of spots. If
you manually report from the CPU (by long pressing SLP/RPT button), the system
will report a police spot. Any report will be kept on the server for 3 hours.
5. Map view and instructions are in the upper right corner.
Algorithm Update (Must have Internet access)
1. Make sure the App is connected to the TMG system via Bluetooth, otherwise
follow steps 1 and 2 above.
2. Press the UDT button on the CPU. (An audio voice will say “Algorithm
update/Open app and choose new algorithm and enable Bluetooth”)
3. Press the UDT button tab on the App. (You may hear an audio voice that
says “Start Transferring”)
4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
5. Choose the newest algorithm version to download and choose to start
transferring.
6. When the algorithm update is finished, an audio voice will say “Update
finished or aborted/returning to defender mode”.
a-15
Power
Receive only
Algorithm update
For factory use only
System reset
Auto sleep/Report
Switches to determine heads 3 and 4 or rear.
TP (Terminal Ports 1-4 are connecons for Transponders)
(Heads 1 and 2 are always front.)
Align pins on the transponder cable
with the connecon port
AUTO/QUIETRCV UDT
RST
PWR TP1 TP2 TP3
RER
FRT
TP4 RDT
DTA PWR
1 2
ON
Power port (1.35 mm)
TP4 RDT
6 7

CHAPTER 4: Appendix
Protection
The TMG A-15 system has been tested against an extensive collection of laser/
LIDAR guns, many of which are shown below. We are constantly adding and
improving coverage, and will promptly release updates when necessary.
CHAPTER 3: Two Year Limited Warranty
For a period of two years from the date of purchase by the consumer, TMG
Facets will repair or replace, at TMG Facets discretion, defective TMG Facets
products upon delivery to TMG Facets or an authorized service agent. TMG
Facets products must include a proof of purchase with the date it was first
purchased from an authorized dealer, such as a copy of a sales receipt.
The customer must pay for shipping TMG Facets products to an authorized TMG
Facets Service Agent. If the product is proven to be under warranty, return
shipping to the customer will be at our expense.
This limited warranty does not apply:
To any product damaged by accident.
In the event of misuse or abuse of the product.
As a result of unauthorized alteraons or repairs.
If the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed.
All implied warranes, including warranes of merchantability and tness for a
parcular purpose are limited in duraon to the length of this warranty.
Aenon
When testing the system at any time, such as on a bench or
a temporary install, be sure all cables are unwrapped. Testing with
the cables wrapped up or coiled can cause significant interference,
and the heads performance may be compromised.
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