Whistler 1740 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters
13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712
Tel [phone] • Fax [phone]
Customer Return Center
551 N. 13th St. • Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel [phone]
www.whistlergroup.com
P/N 203322, © 2007 The Whistler Group, Inc.
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Model Features Summary ..................... 2 - 7
Installation ............................................ 8 - 9
•Mounting Guidelines 8
•Windshield Mounting 9
•Power Connection and Fuse Replacement 9
Operation .......................................... 10 - 14
•Power On and Self-Test 10
•Feature Engaged Confirmation 10
•Audio Level Adjustment 10
•Auto Quiet Mode 10
•VG-2 ON/OFF 10
•Voice OFF/ON 10
•Quiet Mode 11
•City/City 1/ City 2 Mode 11
•Battery Saver Mode 12
•Highway Mode 12
•Setting Saver 12
•Integrated Real Voice®12
•Compass Calibration Set-up 13
•Dim/Dark Mode 13
•Teach/Tutorial Mode 14
•Stay Alert Feature 14
Safety Warning System™.......................... 14
Laser/Radar Alerts ................................... 15
•Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts 15
•Laser Audio/Visual Alerts 15
•Pulse Protection®15
•Alert Priority 15
VG-2 Alerts ............................................. 16
Reset Features .................................... 16
Troubleshooting Guide ...................... 16 - 17
Care and Maintenance .............................18
Are Detectors Legal? ............................... 18
FCC Information ...................................... 19
Speed Monitoring ............................. 19 - 22
•Radar Facts 19
•POP™Mode 19
•Total Band Protection™ 20
•Laser Facts 20
•Other Speed Detection Systems 21 -22
Warranty Information ........................ 22 - 25
Specifications .......................................... 25
Accessories ............................................. 26
Dear Whistler Owner,
If you have questions concerning the operation of
this Whistler product please call:
CuSTOmer SeRVICE
1-800-531-0004
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit our website
www.whistlergroup.com
Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may regis-
ter your product online
at www.w
wh hi is st tl le er rg gr ro ou up p. .com. For
warranty
verification purposes, a copy of your dated
store receipt must still accompany any unit sent in for
warranty work. If the unit is returned without a dated
store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies.
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ranty 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 sig-
nals, we recommend reading this entire manual or
visit our FAQ page on our website www.whistler-
group.com
Enjoy your Whistler and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.

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Feature Listing of 1740
• Total Band Protection™
• Easy-to-Understand Real Voice®Alerts -
Selectable
• Exclusive Pivoting Display - Better Visibility
• Easy-to-Access Front Mount Buttons
• 360° Total Perimeter Protection™
• Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
• Safety Warning system™
• 3 City Modes
• Quiet Mode
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Vehicle Battery Saver
• Setting Saver
• Icon Display
• Stay Alert™
• Tutorial Mode
• Alert Priority
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Feature Listing of 1743/1744
• Total Band Protection™
• Easy-to-Understand Real Voice®Alerts -
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•Seven Segment Icon Display
• 360° Total Perimeter Protection™
• Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
• Safety Warning system™
• 3 City Modes
• Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Vehicle Battery Saver
• Setting Saver
• Stay Alert™
•Tutorial Mode
• Alert Priority
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Feature Listing of 1745
• Total Band Protection™
• Real Voice®Alerts - Selectable
• Exclusive Pivoting Display - Better Visibility
• Easy-to-Access Front Mount Buttons
• 360° Total Perimeter Protection™
• Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
• Safety Warning™ system
• 3 City Modes
• Quiet Mode
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Vehicle Battery Saver
• Setting Saver
• Icon Display
• Stay Alert™
• Tutorial Mode
• Alert Priority
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Feature Listing of 1748
• Total Band Protection™
• Compass
•High Gain Optical Lens
• Real Voice®Alerts - Selectable
•360° Total Perimeter Protection™
• Patented VG-2 Cloaking™ Technology
• Safety Warning System™
• 3 City Modes
• Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Vehicle Battery Saver
• Setting Saver
• Icon Display
• Stay Alert
• Tutorial Mode
•Alert Priority
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Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design
provides a new level of operating convenience.
Special features include: Note: Not all units
have all features listed.
1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick
and easy release of the mounting bracket.
2. Speaker – Provides distinct audio and Real
Voice®warnings for X, K, Ka band radar,
safety radar, laser and VG-2.
3. Mounting Bracket Location – Slot holds
mounting bracket firmly.
4. Radar Antenna – Compact, high-efficiency
antenna receives radar signals.
5. Front Laser Antenna – High gain optical
lens provides increased sensitivity and field
of view for leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser Antenna – An integrated optical
wave-guide provides superior detection of
laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City/City 1/City 2 Button - Reduces the
annoyance of false alerts typically
encountered in urban driving areas.
8. Quiet/Menu Button - Pressing QUIET
before a signal is detected engages Auto
Quiet Mode which automatically reduces
the audio level after the initial warning to a
low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET
during a radar/laser encounter silences
audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to
keep you informed. Pressing and holding for
2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select
Mode (see page 12).
9. Power Button – Turns unit on/off and
adjusts audio level.
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
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10. Volume Up/Down Buttons – Adjusts
volume up or down.
11. 7 Segment Icon Display - (1743 & 1744
ONLY) Displays signal strength and band
identification.
12. VG-2/Laser Indicator – Shows the unit is
receiving VG-2 or laser signals.
12a. Lasar Indicator - (1743 & 1744 ONLY)
13. X-band Indicator - Shows the unit is
receiving an X-band signal.
14. K-band Indicator - shows the unit is
receiving a K-band signal.
15. Ka-band Indicator - Shows the unit is
receiving a Ka-band signal.
16. H - Unit is in Highway mode.
17. C - City Indicator - Shows that the unit is
operating in city mode.
18. Signal Strength Indicator - Shows the
strength of the signal being detected.
19. Compass - (1748 ONLY) Provides points of
direction.
20. Power Jack - Provides connection for the
power cord
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the
center of the windshield.
• Do not mount your unit behind wipers,
ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These
obstructions have metal surfaces which can
affect radar and laser signals and reduce
critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass
does not affect reception.)
• Some windshields have an Instaclear™or
Electriclear™type coating, which affect radar
signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s
manual supplied with your vehicle to determine
if your windshield has this coating.
•Avoid placing unit in direct contact with wind
shield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your
unit when not in use.
Windshield Mounting
• Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper
onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes.
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the
location you have chosen.
INSTALLATION
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Windshield
Mounting
Rubber Bumper

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Important: Some newer cars have a plastic safety
coating on the inside of the windshield. The wind-
shield bracket may leave permanent marks on this
type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has this
type of windshield, check the owner’s manual or ask
your dealer. We recommend that you do not leave
the suction cup bracket on the window in direct sun-
light. If the detector is removed, this may cause
blistering of the dash in some vehicles.
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into
place.
•If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the
windshield bracket. Press the bracket release button
and remove the detector before bending.
Power Cord Connection
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the
unit’s power jack.
• Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
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No ot te e: :Cord fits tightly into detector. When
installing the cord, expect some resistance.
Fuse Replacement
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a
replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the
silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrew
the tip of the plug.
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Im mp po or rt ta an nt t: :Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a
spring which may fly out when disassembling.
Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on
the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.
Retighten occasionally.
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug
carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse.
INSTALLATION
Power On and Self-Test
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on,
an automatic self-test sequence confirms that
the speaker and visual displays are functional.
Feature Engaged Confirmation
Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms
feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.
Audio Level Adjustment
The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or
low to high.
• Press Volume up to increase audio level.
• Press Volume down to decrease audio level.
As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided
and the display indicates volume level.
Auto Quiet Mode
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). Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or laser
alerts.
• 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.
To turn VG-2 detection on/off:
While unit is not alarming, press and hold the
Quiet button until the unit provides a unique
beep. Unit will say “VG-2” and the V/L light will
illuminate. If VG-2 detection is already on, the
unit will provide a double beep to indicate VG-2
detection is turned off.
OPERATION
To turn Voice off/on:
While unit is not alarming, press and hold the
Quiet button (greater than 3 seconds) until you
hear a double beep then release the Quiet button.
Voice alert is now off. If voice alert was already
off, the unit will say “CAUTION”.
Integrated Real Voice®
When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate
the following:
1. Band Identification
2. Safety Warning System messages
3. Feature Selection
Quiet Mode
Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds,
approximately 2 beeps are provided on any new
alert and unit then remains quiet.
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to
restore the standard audio alert pattern; or
turn the unit off, then on.
City/City 1/City 2 Mode
Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to
reduce the annoyance of automatic door open-
ers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share fre-
quencies with police radar. Generally, X band is
used for these devices.
• Press City to cancel Highway mode and
engage City. Display will switch form“H” to “C”
• Press City again to enter City 1 Mode
• Press City again to enter City 2 Mode
• Pressing City a fourth time cancels City 2 Mode
and returns the unit to Highway Mode.
In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signal
give an initial alarm of two beeps, and then
remains quiet unless the signal becomes very
strong. When the signal strength increases, two
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additional beeps are provided. City 1 and City 2
Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, but
in City 1 Mode, only the X band sensitivity is low-
ered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected.
Caution: Some towns/small cities may still be
using X band radar. City Modes do not change
the audio alert for laser or VG-2.
Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any
time radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser sig-
nals are detected, and is recommended for open
road driving.
For more information on City and Highway mode,
please visit our FAQ page on our website:
www.whistlergroup.com
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically
shuts off your detector within 6 hours if you for-
get to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detec-
tor is turned off, unplugged or any button is
pressed before the 6 hours have expired. The
detector will alert you with an audible and visual
warning before it shuts off. Display shows:
During this warning you can momentarily reset
the unit by pressing any button. This will reset
the timer. If the unit has automatically turned
itself off, press the Power button to turn the unit
back on. You can manually engage the Vehicle
Battery Saver Mode by pressing and holding the
City button until one beep is heard.
Setting Saver
Setting Saver saves your personalized settings
so that when the detector is turned off and then
on again, you do not have to re-enter them.
OPERATION OPERATION
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Blinking
Compass Calibration Set-Up (1748 only)
The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the
compass to provide accurate readings. To calibrate the
unit, perform the following procedure:
1. Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle’s
windshield in which it will be used. Make sure there are
no other magnetic sources near the detector (i.e.,
speaker).
2. Select a large clear area (parking lot or field)
without any power lines.
3. While parked, press both volume buttons
simultaneously until the compass headings start to
rotate.
4. Drive vehicle slowly in two complete circles, in either
direction. If calibration does not automatically finish
press both volume buttons simultaneously to complete
calibration. The unit will beep twice and show current
compass heading.
Note: If unit mounting is relocated in the vehicle, (i.e.
visor to windshield mounting or dash mounting), or if
the unit is moved to another vehicle, you must recali-
brate the compass.
Dim/Dark Mode
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the
display.
• 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.
The display illumination is further reduced.
•Pressing and holding the power button a third
time restores full illumination to the display.
In Dark Mode the display goes dark for as long
as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds
after the display returns to the dimmer setting.
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Teach/Tutorial Mode
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.
• Press City and Quiet simultaneously and
release.
• Press Power to exit.
Stay Alert Feature
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s
alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarming):
• Press and hold City for less then 2 seconds. The
”H” or “C” will flash indicating Stay Alert is activated.
Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to
show alertness, the driver must press either the (Volume),
City or Quiet button within 3-5 seconds. If the button
is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated.
If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds, alarm
sounds and the display will flash all LEDs.
• Press Power to cancel Stay Alert.
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a
substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT oper-
ate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended
periods of vehicle operation, you should take fre-
quent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert
feature may result in vehicle damage, personal
injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF
YOU ARE DROWSY.
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Safety Warning System™
In communities where transmitters are located,
the Safety Warning System™displays over 60
text messages. When Safety Radar is detected
the audio alert is geiger counter-like.
•The 1743 and 1744 7 Segment Display display a “S”
and a decimal point for safety radar.
•The 1740, 1745, and 1748, the first and last signal
strength indicator will alert.
Note: Not all areas have SWS™transmitters.

LASER/RADAR ALERTS
Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
When X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID and
signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is
continuous and has a geiger counter-like
pattern. The faster the beep, the closer or
stronger the radar source.
Example (1740, 1745 & 1748 ONLY)
I = weak signal, III = strong signal
Example (1743 & 1744 ONLY):
Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
·When a laser signal is detected, the display
indicates a laser by scrolling the alert LED’s from
right to left. (1740, 1745, and 1748)
·When a laser signal is detected, an “L” will be
displayed. (1743, 1744)
Pulse Protection®
When a pulse type signal (instant on strong
signal) is detected an urgent 3 second audio
warning is sounded and the display shows:
After 3 seconds standard alert pattern continues.
Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the
same time, the alert priority is:
1. Laser 2. VG-2 3. Speed Radar 4. 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.
LASER/RADAR/VG-2 ALERTS
VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
Note: You must turn this feature on before it will
detect VG-2.
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector ‘hides’ its
own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by
the VG-2. Every 30 seconds, the detector checks
for a VG-2 signal. If a VG-2 signal is still present,
the unit continues to hide and repeats the VG-2
alert. If no signal is detected, two beeps are provid-
ed, indicating an ‘all clear’ condition. During a VG-2
Alert X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be
received (Reference page 21 for VG-2 information).
Reset Features
All user features can be reset to factory settings.
• Unplug Power Cord from unit.
• Press and hold Power and Quiet.
• Plug Power Cord into unit.
• Wait for 2 beeps.
• Release Power and Quiet buttons.
Unit is now reset to the following settings.
Default factory settings are:
1. Audio to level (4).
2. Display shows Highway.
3. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.
4. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.
5. Safety Radar OFF.
6. Vehicle Battery Saver ON.
7. Display at full illumination
TROUBLESHOOTING
Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered
and designed to exacting quality standards to
provide you with reliable, trouble-free operation.
RESET FEATURES
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.
• Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if
necessary.
• Make sure lighter socket is clean.
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits
bumps.
• Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean.
• Check connections at both ends of power
cord. Substitute another cord to determine if
cord is defective. Return defective cord to
the factory.
PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud
enough.
• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.
•Check audio level setting (see page 8 ).
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.
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Signal Strength

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. Do not spray water,
cleaners, or polishes directly onto the unit. The
spray may penetrate through the openings and
damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive
cleaners on the unit’s exterior.
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. Check with the battery
manufacturer about the specific battery warranty.
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?
In Most States YES!
Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every state
(with the exception of Virginia and Washington,
D.C., which have local regulations restricting the
use of radar receivers in any vehicle) when used
in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.).
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. and in Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FCC ID HSXWH03 - 1740
FCC ID HSXWH14 - 1743/1744
FCC ID HSXWH04 - 1745
FCC ID HSXWH13 - 1748
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device many not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Important: FCC requirements state that
changes or modifications not expressly approved
by Whistler could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
SPEED MONITORING
Radar Facts
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off
objects and are picked up by the radar gun’s
receiving section. When a radar beam reflects
off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift
occurs. The radar unit converts this shift into miles
per hour to determine your vehicle’sspeed.
Currently, the FCC (Federal Communications
Commission) permits operation of traffic radar
guns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550 GHz), K Band
(24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band (33.400 - 36.000
GHz).
Note: A radar detector will not alarm if an officer is
not transmitting on any one of the above radar bands.
POP™ Mode
POP™Mode is a feature on some newer radar
guns operating on K and Ka bands. When the
gun is in POP™Mode and activated, a brief burst
of energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmit-
ted and the vehicle’s speed is quickly acquired. A
detector without POP™Mode detection capabili-
ty cannot respond to this brief transmission.
FCC INFORMATION
Laser Facts
It’s well documented that many radar guns
cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted
vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles. In
contrast, a laser gun can target a specific vehicle
out of a line of traffic and determine its speed.
The advantage of laser over radar in terms of
target identification is the result of the laser gun’s
narrow beam. A radar gun’s transmission can
cover more than a four-lane highway at a dis-
tance of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser gun’s
transmission which covers about 3 feet at the
same distance. For best protection, keep these
points in mind:
• Because the vehicle’s license plate or
headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets,
mounting the Whistler detector on the
dashboard can improve laser detection at short
range.
• Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you
cannot see through. If you can’t see past a
vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detector
won’t either.
• The receiving range of your laser detector will
not be the same as a radar detector. Laser guns
are most often used at short range.
Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all current
laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905
+/- 10mm.
•Pro Laser™I II III •LT1 20-20 •Ultra Lyte
SPEED MONITORING
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Laser Tips
If you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun can
often determine your speed within a few
seconds after you receive an alert. In this situa-
tion there is generally no time to safely adjust
your speed. However, if you are traveling near or
behind the targeted vehicle and receive an alert,
response time should be sufficient. Any laser
alert, regardless of duration, requires immediate
action!
Other Speed Detection Systems
Several techniques other than radar or laser are
used to measure vehicle speeds. When these
methods are being used, no detector can provide
a warning. These techniques include:
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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.
Because it purpose is to identify persons driving with
radar detectors, these devices are known as a “radar
detector detector” (RDD).
An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to
identify radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught
in a state or country where detectors are illegal (see
page 18), drivers risk losing their radar detector and
receiving a fine. In addition, instant-on radar is
almost always used in combination with a RDD,
leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receive
two tickets - one potentially for speeding, the other
for possession of a detector.
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It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector
owner to know and understand the laws in your area
regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Consumer Warranty
This Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warranted
to the original purchaser for a period of one year
from the date of original purchase against all
defects in materials and workmanship. This
limited warranty is void if the unit is abused,
modified, installed improperly, if the housing and/or
serial numbers have been removed. 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.
SPEED MONITORING
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 a 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.
When returning a unit for service under
warranty, please follow these instructions:
1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with
return receipt requested to:
Whistler Repair Dept.
551 N. 13th St.
Rogers, AR. 72756
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.
Important: Whistler will not assume responsi-
bility for loss or damage incurred in shipping.
Therefore, please ship your unit insured with
return receipt requested. CODs will not be
accepted!
2. Include with your unit the following
information, clearly printed:
•Your name and street address (for
shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone
number and an email address, if applicable.
•A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,
“Unit performs self-test but does not respond
`to radar”).
•A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of
sale.
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3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial
number. For reference, please write your unit’s
serial number in the following space:
s/n______________.
Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.
Important: To validate that your unit is within
the warranty period, make sure you keep a
copy of your dated store receipt. You may
register your warranty online at
www.whistlergroup.com, however, for
warranty verification purposes, a copy of
your dated store receipt must accompany any
unit sent in for warranty work.
Service Out of Warranty
Units will be repaired at ‘out of warranty’ service
rates when:
• The unit’s original warranty has expired.
• A dated store receipt is not supplied.
• The unit has been returned without its serial
number.
• The unit has been abused, modified,
installed improperly, or had its housing
removed.
The minimum out of warranty service fee for
your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you
require out of warranty service, please return
your unit as outlined in the section “Service
Under Warranty” along with a certified check or
money order for $55.00. Payment may also be
made by MasterCard, VISA or American
Express; personal checks are not accepted.
In the event repairs cannot be covered by the
minimum $55.00 service fee, you will be con-
tacted by a Whistler technical service special-
ist who will outline options available to you. If
you elect not to have your unit repaired, it will
be returned to you along with your certified
check or money order.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Important: When returning your unit for service,
be certain to include a daytime telephone
number and an email address (if applicable).
Customer Service
If you have questions concerning the operation of your
Whistler detector, or require service during or after the
warranty period, please call Customer Service at:
1-800-531-0004
Representatives are available to answer your questions
Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) or
visit the FAQ’s at www.whistlergroup.com.
SPECI FIC ATIONS
Laser Wavelength:
905 ± 50 nanometers (nm)
Radar Frequencies:
10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)
24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )
33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)
Operating Temperature Range:
-20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F)
Power Requirements:
Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal
Vehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.
One or more U.S. patents may apply:
#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120, #5,990,821
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
These and other accessories can be
ordered directly from Whistler by calling
1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store at
www.whistlergroup.com
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206880 Hardwire Kit (10' ) $ 9.95
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206660 Straight Modular Cord &
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