Whistler RLC-IOO User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
RLC-IOO
Red LighU
Speed Camera
DETECTOR
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters
3604 NW Frontage Rd .• Bentonville, AR 72712
Tel [phone] • Fax [phone]
Whistler Customer Return Center
551 N 13th S1. • Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel [phone]
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PIN 300 II 0 rBi 2. © 2009 The Whistler Group, Inc
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Model Features Summary ................1 • 4
GPS/Camera ....:....;..................5
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . ~ . . . . . . . . .. . . . . ., • •
a Software Information 6
a Mounting Guidelines 6
-Dash Mounting , .7.a
-Power Connection ArId Fuse Replacement 8-9 '.
·.Operation ... , .........•......... ,', , ,10.17
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IMPORTANT: The RLC-100 is a red
light/speed camera locator and does not
detect laser or radar signals.

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FEATURE
Whistlers ergonomic and user-friendly design
provides a
new level of operating
convenience. Special features include:
1. GPS Antenna -Compact, high
efficiency antenna receives GPS
signals.
2. Speaker - Provides distinct audio
warnings for
Red Light, Speed Camera
and user entered locations.
3. Menu 1M) Button -Allows changing
the units options and settings.
4. Enter IE) Button- Selects the changed
feature setting.
5. Volume Control -Adjusts audio level.
6. 7Segment Display - Offers easy-to-
read display to indicate time, speed, and
distance to camera.
7. USB Port- For connection to a PC for
updates.
8. 12 Volt Out Jack - Provides 12 volt
1.5 amp output to power other devices.
9. Power Jack -allows connection to the
power
cable.
4

GPS/CAMERA INFO
Important Information
WARNING: It is the user's responsibility to use
this product prudently and maintain safe
driving practices at all times.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is
operated by the government of the United
States, which is solely responsible for its
accuracy and maintenance. The system is
subject to changes which could affect the
accuracy and performance of all GPS
equipment.
Camera Database
For database updates and registration, visit
www.whistlerupdates.com .
The RLC-I00 is shipped with the Verilight™
database (Red Light and Speed Cameras)
preloaded.
This unit can be updated with the
latest database anytime by connecting to a
PC. In order to update the unir, you will need
to
download the Software program from
Whistler's website
first. You must also register
the
unit before any updates can be
downloaded.
Amini USB cable will be required to connect
the RLC-l 00 to a PC.
5

INSTALLATION
Free updates will be available for up to 1year
from the date
of registration and software
installation (other models
may have a longer
update time). After 1 year, updates can be
purchased.
NOTE: Software programs instructions will be
included
with the download.
Software Information
IMPORTANT: Please read the Software
Agreement notice enclosed with the unitl
Mounting Guidelines
•Unit needs aclear view of the sky above.
•Some windshields have
an Instaclear™ or
Electriclear™ type coating, which can
affect
GPS signals. Consult your vehicles
dealer or the owners manual supplied
with your vehicle to determine if your
windshield has this coating.
•
To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal
your unit when not in use.
6

INSTALLATION
Dash Mounting
The unit can be installed one of two ways: I)
using the Magnetic
Puck or 2) non-skid dash
pad.
Magnetic Puck Installation:
• Select alocation on the dash or center
console (remember the unit
needs to be
able to "see" the sky).
• Clean the selected area with an isopropyl
pad to
clean off any wax or polish. This
will prepare the area for the adhesive
to properly
stick.
• Locate the bottom of the Magnetic Puck
and peel off the protective backing to
expose the adhesive.
• CarefUlly place the Magnetic Puck onto the
selected area and press firmly to let the
adhesive set.
• Place the unit onto the Magnetic Puck.
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INSTALLATION
Non-Skid Pad Installation:
•Select alocation on the dash or center
console (remember the
unit needs to be
able to
"see" the sky).
•Clean the selected area with an isopropyl
pad to clean
off any waxes or polishes.
• Remove the Non-Skid Pad from its
packaging.
•
Place the Non-Skid Pad onto this area.
Power Connection
The RLC-I 00 includes two power jacks One
jack is for powering the unit and the other to
share
power with another I2 volt device such
as aradar detector
~ 12 Volt Output
We offer a power cord to connect to a
majority
of Laser-Radar detectors See the
accessories section for ordering this cord.
8

INSTALLATION
To power the unit
•Plug the small end of the power cord into
the units powerjack.
•Plug the large end into the
vehicles
cigarette lighter or I2 volt outlet.
Fuse Replacement
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a
replaceable 2amp
3AG fuse located behind
the
silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully
unscrew the tip of the plug.
IMPORTANT: Unscrew slowly. The tip
contains aspring
which may fly out when
disassembling. Insert the new fuse with the
spring and screw on the tip. Retighten the
screw cap occasionally, it may loosen during
use.
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug
carefUlly
when replacing the 2amp fuse.
9

OPERATION
Power On and Self Test
Each time your RLC-J 00 is turned on, an
automatic self-test sequence confirms that the
speaker
and visual displays are functional.
The display shows
H HE HEL HELL HELLD
To turn the unit on or off, press the on/off
button located on the power cord.
Audio Level Adjustment
To change the audio level
•Move Volume
button back to increase
audio level.
•Move Volume
button forward to decrease
audio level.
Volume control:
Move in the
direction
of arrow
to increase audio
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