Whistler 1670 User manual

TM
OWNER’S MANUAL
1670
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

If you have questions concerning the
operation of this Whistler product
please call consumer relations:
1-800-531-0004
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
Please keep the receipt in a safe
place. If the unit is returned without a
dated proof of purchase an out of
warranty service charge applies.
Note: Your warranty period begins at
the time of purchase. The warranty is
validated only by return of the
Warranty Validation card.
Now is the time to record the serial
number of the unit in the space pro-
vided in the warranty section of the
manual.

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.
Your new Whistler 1670 laser/radar detector detects all radar,
laser and safety radar systems, plus offers Whistler’s exclusive
Safe Driving System™ with Real Voice™ technology, Vehicle
Battery Saver, and Memo Features. The comprehensive safe-
ty system detects all safety radar including the Safety
Warning System™ keeping you informed of road hazards
and adverse weather. Plus, Whistler’s unique Stay Alert™ fea-
ture tests driver’s alertness on long solo trips. Whistler’s 1670
also offers a digital display with safety messages to keep you
informed while you drive, and a memo feature that allows
you to record important dates, numbers or directions.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler
1670 and to better understand the differences between
detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recom-
mend reading this entire manual.
Enjoy the Whistler 1670 and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
THE WHISTLER GROUP

Topic Page
Model Features Summary....................................................3 - 5
Installation .............................................................................6 - 8
• Mounting Guidelines
• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting
• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement
Operation ............................................................................9 - 18
• Power On And Self-Test
• Feature Engaged Confirmation
• Integrated Real Voice™
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
• City Mode
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Stay Alert
• Option Select Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts ..........................................19 - 23
• Radar Alerts
• Pulse Protection®
• Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
• Alert Priority
• Reset Features
• Care Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide............................................................24
Are Detectors Legal?...............................................................25
Speed Monitoring Technologies.....................................26 - 27
• Radar Facts
• Laser Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information........................................................28 - 30
Specifications............................................................................31
Accessories ...............................................................................32
TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHISTLER FEATURES
Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a
new level of operating convenience. Special features
include:
1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy
release of the mounting bracket.
2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord.
3. Speaker – Provides distinct audio and Real Voice™
warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and
VG-2.
4. Power/Dim/Dark/Play Button – Turns unit on/off and
engages Dim/Dark modes (press and hold for 2 seconds).
In Memo mode, starts/stops playing a recorded message.
5. Volume Up/Down Buttons – Adjust volume up or
down. In Memo mode, selects one of six messages.
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WHISTLER FEATURES
6. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir-
mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
7. Quiet/Menu/Record Button - Pressing QUIET before a
signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which auto-
matically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a
low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser
encountersilencesaudioalerts,whileallowingvisualalertsto
keep you informed. Pressing and holding for 2 seconds
allows you to enter Option Select Mode (see page 15). In
Memo mode, this button starts/stops recording.
8. CITY/CITY 1/CITY 2 Button - Reduces the annoyance
of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.
9. Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical wave-
guide provides superior detection of laser signals trans-
mitted from behind.
10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens
provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-
edge laser detection.
11. Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna
receives radar signals.
12. Mounting Bracket Location - Slot holds mounting
bracket firmly. 4
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WHISTLER FEATURES
Accessories
Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.
Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and your
vehicle’s lighter socket.
Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your
vehicle’s windshield.
Hook & Loop Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on
a level dashboard.
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INSTALLATION
Mounting Guidelines
•Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the
windshield.
•Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir-
rored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal sur-
faces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce crit-
icalwarning time. (Regular tinted glassdoesnot affectrecep-
tion.)
•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 deter-
mine if your windshield has this coating.
•Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield.
•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. IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a
plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield. The
suction cups may leave permanent marks on this type of
surface. To find out if your vehicle has this type of wind-
shield, check the owner’s manual or ask your dealer. We
recommend that you do not leave the suction cup brack-
et on the window in direct sunlight. 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 wind-
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INSTALLATION
shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove
the detector before bending.
Dash Mounting
•Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is
relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl
alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes.
•Separate the fastener strips. Peel the paper backing off
each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the other
piece to the bottom of the unit, taking care not to cover
the serial number.
Be careful not to place the fastener strip over the unit’s serial number. If the
fastener strip is removed, the serial number may be pulled off the unit. Units
without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.
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INSTALLATION
Visor Mounting (optional accessory)
• Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot.
• Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is
relatively level and has a clear view of the road.
Power 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.
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. (IMPORTANT:
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. 8
Insert into bracket mounting slot. Do not bend this
section of bracket.
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OPERATION
Power On And Self-Test
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto-
matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and
visual displays are functional.
• Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads:
Integrated Real Voice
When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the
following:
1. Band Identification
2. Safety Warning System messages
NOTE: In certain cases the voice message does not repli-
cate the text message.
3. Feature Selection 9
K
Ka
X
LASER
9
9
9
SR ON
VG2 OFF
HIGHWAY
WHISTLER
B SVR ON

OPERATION
Memory/Beep Confirmation
All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) are
retained in memory. 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, in nine steps: (0) is no audio level, (8) the highest.
• Press Volume up to increase audio level.
• Press Volume down to decrease audio level.
As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the dis-
play indicates volume level. Example:
10
VOL O
VOL
No Audio Level
Highest Level 8
8

OPERATION
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Auto Quiet Mode
Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to a level (1)
approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig-
nal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 sec-
onds 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. Display reads:
• 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.
Quiet Mode
Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new alert with-
in 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.
AUTO
QUIET

OPERATION
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City/City 1/City 2 Mode
Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the
annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and
other devices which share frequencies with police radar.
• Press City to engage City. Display reads:
• Pressing City a second time engages City 1. Display reads:
• Pressing City a third time engages City 2. Display reads:
• Pressing City a fourth time cancels City, City 1, and City 2.
Display reads:
In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signals give an initial
alarm of two beeps, and then remains quiet unless the signal
becomes very strong. When the signal strength increases,
two additional beeps are provided. In City 1 Mode, only the
X band sensitivity is lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not
detected. CAUTION: When selecting this mode, some
towns/small cities may still be using X band radar.
If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and the
unitreceivesa strongradar signal, the unitperforms the Auto
Quiet feature. City Modes do not change the audio alert for
laser or VG-2.
CITY
CITY 1
CITY 2
HIGHWAY

OPERATION
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Dim/Dark Mode
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.
• Press and hold (Power) for 2 seconds to reduce illumi-
nation to a Dim setting. Display reads:
• Pressing and holding for 2 seconds a second time
engages Dark Mode. Display reads:
Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode,
the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detect-
ed and for 20 seconds after, then the display returns to the
dimmer setting.
• Pressing and holding a third time restores full illumina-
tion to the display.
Engaging/Disengaging VG-2
See option select mode to turn this feature on.
DIM
DARK

OPERATION
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Stay Alert Feature
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert-
ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming):
• Press and hold City for 2 seconds. Display reads:
Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show alert-
ness, 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 was not pressed within 3-5 seconds alarm sounds
and the display reads:
• Press (Power) to exit.
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for
adequate rest. You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are
drowsy. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you
should take frequent 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.
GET REST
RU ALERT

OPERATION
Option Select Mode
Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize
options such as Tone Select, Real Voice, Abbreviated
Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting
options, the , or must be pressed within 20 seconds
or options mode will automatically be exited. To enter:
Press : *Display To Change, Option:
(Quiet) Reads: Press
For 2 seconds TONE 3 or Tone 1, 2, or 3
(3 different X, K, Ka
patterns)
2nd time TEST YES = YES X, K, Ka Audio tones
= NO 1 beep during
Power Up
3rd time VG2 OFF = ON Turns VG-2 On
= OFF Turns VG-2 Off
4th time SAFETY = ON Turns Safety Radar On
ON = OFF Turns Safety Radar Off
5th time VOICE = ON Real Voice engaged
ON = OFF Real Voice disengaged
6th time B SVR = ON Battery Saver On
= OFF Battery Saver Off
*Factory settings.
Press anytime to exit. 15

Teach/Tutorial Mode
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.
• Press City and (Quiet) simultaneously and release.
Display reads:
Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tutorial
mode is engaged.
• Press (Power/Play) to exit.
Memo Mode
Record up to six distinct message tracks for a total of 60
seconds, one 60 second message or any combination in
between.
IMPORTANT: Unit does not detect radar or laser signals
during recording or while playing a memo.
WARNING!!! Memo mode is not intended to be used
while you are driving. You should not use any device in a
vehicle that may distract you from observing the road
ahead.
To record or play a message (Memo mode):
• Press (Volume Up) and (Volume Down) buttons sim-
ultaneously and release. The unit will beep once; this
enters Memo mode. Display reads:
TEACH
PLAY
RECORD
MEMO
OPERATION
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OPERATION
• Press and release the (Quiet/Record) button to begin
a recording. Note: Recording starts as soon as the button
is released. Display reads:
REC = record, 1 = track #, 8 = time remaining
If the recording time expires for a track, the unit will auto-
matically switch to the next track. Press and release
(Quiet/Record) again to stop recording. The unit will
automatically stop recording once track 6 is completed.
To play a message:
• Enter Memo mode and press (Power/Play) to listen to
recorded messages.
• To play a selected track, press (Volume Up) or
(Volume Down) button until selected track appears on
the display. Display reads:
PLY = play, 1 = track #, 8 = time remaining
• Press the (Power/Play) button.
Messages are kept in memory and are not affected by
resetting the factory features. See “Reset Features” sec-
tion of the manual.
To delete a message:
• Enter Memo mode and press (Volume Up) or
(Volume Down) button until selected track appears on
the display.
• Press the (Quiet/Record) button twice.
REC1 8
PLY1 8
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OPERATION
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To exit Memo mode:
• Press (Volume Up) or (Volume Down) buttons simul-
taneously and release. The unit will beep twice.
NOTE: Memo mode automatically exits within 20 seconds
if a button is not pressed.
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off
your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. The
timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or
any button is pressed before the 3 hours have expired. The
detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning
before it shuts off. Display reads:
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/Play) button to turn the unit back on. You can
manually engage the Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by press-
ing and holding the City button until one beep is heard.
Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions for deacti-
vating battery saver mode feature.
PWR OFF