Whistler GT-468GXi User manual

User Guide
GT-468GXi
High Performance
LASER-RADAR
DETECTOR
with GPS

Dear Whistler Customer,
If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler
product please call:
Customer Service
1-479-273-6012
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 register your
product online at www.whistlergroup.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. Note: Your warranty period begins at
the time of purchase. The warranty is validated only by the
dated store receipt! Please record the serial number of the
unit in the space provided in the accessories section of the
guide.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your Whistler
detector and to better understand the differences between
detecting radar, laser, and safety radar signals, we recommend
reading this entire guide or visiting our FAQ page on our
website www.whistlergroup.com
Enjoy your Whistler detector and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.

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Model Features Summary .....................................5 - 6
Installation............................................................. 7 - 10
• Mounting Guidelines
• Windshield Mounting
• Power Cord Connection
• Fuse Replacement
Operation ............................................................11 - 26
• Power On and Self-Test
• Memory/Beep Confirmation
• Audio Level Adjustment
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
• City/City 1/City 2 Modes
• Highway Mode
• Understanding the Display
• Signal Strength Meter
• Alert Periscopes
• Redlight / Speed Camera Detection
• Getting a Satellite Lock
• Camera Alerts
• Manual Entry
• Updating the Database
• Dim/Dark Modes
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Filter Modes
• TFSR/FDSR Modes
• Setting Saver
• VG-2 Mode
• Laser Signature ID (LSID)
• Selectable Laser
• POP™Mode Detection
• Alert Priority
• Option Select Mode
TABLE OF CONTENT

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TABLE OF CONTENT
• Stay Alert™
Radar/Laser Alerts ..................................................... 27
• Radar Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection®
Reset Features............................................................ 28
Care and Maintenance.............................................. 29
Troubleshooting Guide............................................ 29
Speed Monitoring Technologies.................... 31 - 34
• Are Detectors Legal?
• POP™Mode
• Laser Facts
• Laser Tips
• Radar Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information....................................... 35 - 37
Specifications............................................................. 38
Accessories................................................................. 39

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FEATURES
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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. Speaker - provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band
radar and laser.
3. Mounting Bracket Location - slot holds mounting bracket firmly
4. Radar Antenna - compact, high-efficiency antenna receives
radar signals.
5. Front Laser - high gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity
and field of view for leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser - an integrated optical waveguide provides superior
detection of laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically
encountered in urban driving areas.
8. Quiet 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.
9. Power / Volume Control - turns the unit on/off and adjusts the
audio level.
10. Dim / Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes.
11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
12. Blue OLED Text Display -provides better contrast, brightness
and color/shows alerts detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
13. Alert Periscopes -provide an additional attention getting visual
alert.
14. GPS Antenna - provides Traffic Camera alerts as well as other
speed selective settings.
15. Power Jack - provides connection for the power cord.
16. USB Jack -provides connection to a PC for data updates.

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Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the
windshield.
• Do not mount the 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 the unit in direct contact with the windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the unit when
not in use.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the unit is level
Windshield
Mounting
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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 windshield bracket may
leave permanent marks on this type of surface. To find out if your
vehicle has this type of windshield, check the vehicle’s owner’s
manual or ask your dealer. We recommend that you do not leave
the suction cup bracket 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 windshield
bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove the detector
before bending.
Rubber
Bumper
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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 socket.
NOTE: Cord fits tightly into detector. When installing the
cord, expect some resistance.
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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.
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Power On and Self-Test
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic
self-test sequence confirms that the speaker, visual displays
are functional along with many of the saved settings. To
increase the volume, continue turning the volume knob.
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
To change the audio level:
• Move Power/Volume knob back to increase audio level.
• Move Power/Volume knob forward to decrease audio level.
Quiet Mode
Quiet mode cancels audio during an alert and any new
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of no radar signal
detected, the audio alerts are restored.
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the
standard audio alert pattern.
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Auto Quiet Mode
Auto Quiet mode reduces the selected audio level
approximately 5 seconds after a radar signal is detected
followed by a reduced tone. The reduced tone will continue
for as long as the detected signal is present and for any
new signal within 20 seconds. Auto Quiet mode does not
affect laser alerts. Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to
engage Auto Quiet mode.
• 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.
NOTE: Speed selectable Auto Quiet is selectable in Option
Mode.
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City/City 1/City 2 Modes
Whistler’s City Modes are designed to reduce the annoyance
of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices
which share frequencies with police radar. Generally, X band
is used for these devices.
• Press City to cancel Highway Mode and engage City
Mode.
• Press City again to enter City 1 Mode.
• Press City again to enter City 2 Mode.
• Press City a fourth time to cancel City 2 Mode and
returns the unit to Highway Mode.
In City Mode, weak radar signals give an initial alarm of two
beeps, and then remain quiet until the signal becomes very
strong. When the signal strength increases, two 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
is lowered. 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.
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Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar (X,
K and Ka) or laser signals are detected, and is recommended
for open road driving.
For more information on City and Highway modes, please
visit our FAQ page on our website: www.whistlergroup.com
Understanding the Display
The unit’s display can be set up to indicate Mode of
Operation (Highway and City modes) and Clock or Speed.
Selecting the Feature to be displayed
Press and hold the Dark button for four seconds or until
2 beeps are heard. The display will change from Clock to
Speed. Pressing and holding the Dark button again for four
seconds will change the display back to Clock.
Mode of Operation
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1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal
Signal Strength Display
When a radar signal is detected the audio alerts have a geiger
counter-like pattern to help you determine the strength of the
radar source; the faster the beeping the stronger the radar
signal. At the same time the audio is reporting, the display
illuminates the band identification Icon and relative signal
strength from 1 to 9.
Alert Periscopes
Whistler’s Alert Periscopes provide an added attention
getting visual alert. The two extra LEDs flash on and off when
the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert. This alert can
be programmed, through the Option Select Mode to:
1. flash for all alarms
2. remain on
3. turn LEDs off completely
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Red Light/Speed Camera Detection
This unit is capable of alerting to these locations with the
updatable database.
Getting a Satellite Lock
Powering up, the unit will begin its search for satellites.
During this time, the unit will flash the satellite icon on the
display. Please allow several minutes for the unit to lock onto
the satellites. This delay is normal when the unit is turned
on at least 500 kilometers from when the unit last received
a satellite lock or if several days have passed since its last
usage.
NOTE: Driving while initially searching for satellites will take
longer than if you are stationary. Acquiring satellites takes
much longer the first time.
Camera Alerts
When approaching a known camera*, the unit will provide
the type of alert (Red Light Camera, Traffic Camera, Speed
Camera, or User Location).
EXAMPLE: the display will show TRF CAM then count down
the distance to the camera. Once past the camera location,
the unit will provide a beep-beep audio tone and the word
PASS will be shown on the display.
*Choice of heading or Radius Alerts in option mode.
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Manual Entry (Waypoint)
The unit will save a special location (i.e., a new red light
camera or even a “trap”) if you enter it manually. The unit will
store 1000 user locations.
NOTE: Manual entries must be approximately 100 meters
apart to prevent overlapping locations. To manually enter
a location, simply press and hold the QUIET button and
the unit will announce “user point logged”. Manual entries
can be deleted within a certain radius (selected in Option
Select Mode). Once a radius is selected the data can be
deleted within the selected Radius or they all can be deleted
completely from memory.
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Updating the Database
Follow the steps below to update the Laser-Radar Detector.
Step 1: Remove the Laser-Radar Detector from the vehicle
and bring it to your PC.
Note: You do not need to power the Laser-Radar Detector to
update it.
Step 2: Download the update program and install it on your
PC
NOTE: Program is not MAC compatible
Step 3: Download and save the .msc file downloaded to
your PC. Create a folder for the unit so you can store future
updates and save this file into the newly created folder.
DO NOT RENAME THE .msc FILE OR TRY TO OPEN IT!
Step 4: Open the update program and plug the USB cable
into the Laser-Radar Detector.
Step 5: Click the “Open File” button on the update program
and locate the saved file from Step 3. Click the “DB Update”
button to install the file.
Step 6: When update is complete, close the update program,
unplug the USB cable and the Laser-Radar Detector is ready
with the new updates.
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Dim/Dark Modes
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.
• Briefly press and release the Dark button to reduce
illumination to a Dim setting.
• Briefly press and release the Dark button a second time for
as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds
after, then the display returns to the dim setting. Dim
Modes can be engaged during an alert.
• Briefly press and release the Dark button a third time to
restore full illumination to the display.
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Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the
detector after 3 hours if the unit has constant power.
The timer is reset:
1. Each time the detector is turned off
2. The power cord is disconnected or power is removed
to the unit.
3. Any button is pressed before the timer has expired.
The detector will alert you with an audible and visual
warning before it shuts off.
During this warning you can reset the timer by pressing any
button. If the unit has automatically turned itself off, press
any button to turn the unit back on.
Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions for changing
the battery saver mode option.
Teach/Tutorial Mode
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.
• Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release.
Display shows:
• Press Dark to cancel.
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