Owner's Manual
notice the “” or “” indicator remains dim to confirm your
unit is receiving power. To return to a full bright setting,
press the drk button a third time; two “beeps” confirm this
selection. Use of the drk button does not affect audio alerts.
Important—if you press the the button and do not receive
audible confirmation, the audio level has been set too low.
(Audio Mute) Button (Radar, Laser and sws
™
)
Continuous Audio Alert Pattern
Your unit has been preset at the factory to provide continuous
audio alerts at your selected audio level. This standard setting
is often preferred when background noise in a vehicle is loud.
Automatic Mute Audio Alert Pattern
To engage automatic muting, press the button once
when the unit is receiving no alerts. A single “beep” confirms
automatic mute mode has been engaged. The alert pattern
when this mode is activated, consists of an initial audio warning
at your selected audio level followed by continued warning at a
lower audio level. If a new signal is detected within 5seconds of
the previously detected signal, while in automatic mute mode,
only the lower level audio warning will be heard. The automatic
mute mode enables you to conveniently monitor extended
encounters without having to manually mute or adjust the
volume setting. To return to the continuous audio alert pattern,
press the button a second time (providing no alerts are
being detected). Two “beeps” confirm you have cancelled auto-
matic mute mode.
Manual Muting of Audio Alerts
Regardless of the mode selected (continuous or automatic
mute), the audio alerts can be completely muted by pressing
the button during an alert. Once the alert has passed, the
unit will revert to the previous aud setting.
(City/Highway) Button
The mode has been designed to effectively reduce un-
wanted audio alerts caused by intrusion alarms, door openers,
and other devices which share X band with police Radar—
without reducing sensitivity. Signals from non-police Radar
etc.), caution is advised until the source can be confirmed.
The X band alert pattern caused by a non-police source can
look like the initial alert produced by actual police Radar. For
this reason appropriate action is required any time an alert
is received.
Laser Alerts
When Laser is detected, the 4-led display will “ramp” from
right to left (opposite pattern from that of Radar detection).
This illumination pattern occurs rapidly and is coupled with
the flashing of the red Laser () and the Laser audio alert.
If a vehicle is a long distance from the source of Laser pulses,
fewer pulses will generally be received. The closer the vehicle
is to the source of Laser pulses, the greater the likelihood of
receiving a steady stream of Laser pulses. The reason for this
is the aiming stability of the Laser gun and the fact that it is
impossible to hold the gun absolutely still. Any movement of
the gun results in motion of the beam at the target. The further
the target, the greater the displacement of the beam and the
shorter the dwell time of the beam at the target point. There-
fore, there is the possibility of receiving only a few Laser pulses.
Due to these characteristics, all Laser alerts received from
your unit should be taken seriously.
vg-2 Guard
®
Alert
Whenever your express Cordless detects signals from the
Interceptor vg-2 (Radar Detector Detector), the vg-2 Guard
®
Feature alerts (vg-2 Guard
®
must be selected on in Selectable
Features, see page 9). A distinct, 3-second audio warning
coupled with the flashing of the first and fourth leds in the 4-
led display confirm activation of the vg-2 Guard
®
. The led
flashing continues for as long as vg-2 Guard
®
is activated.
During the vg-2 alert your unit does not detect Radar or sws
™
signals. However, the presence of the Interceptor vg-2 indi-
cates that traffic is being monitored and your speed should be
adjusted accordingly.
Note—activation of - Guard
®
does not affect detection of
Laser signals.
If you experience a problem with your unit that is not covered
in the previous outline please call, Monday to Friday, –
, for assistance:
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Limited 1-Year Warranty
. This warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship.
This warranty does not apply if the unit has been subject to
physical abuse, improper installation, modification, or if the
housing or serial number of the unit has been removed.
. beltronics manufactures its products using parts and
components which are new or equivalent to new in
accordance with industry standard practices.
. The enforceability of this warranty is limited to the original
consumer purchaser and is not transferable to, or enforceable
by, any subsequent owner.
. In the event of a defect, malfunction or other failure to conform
to this warranty, will, at its sole discretion,
repair or replace the unit at no charge. You are responsible
for all shipping costs in connection with warranty service
pursuant to this warranty.
. This warranty commences on the date of retail purchase and
shall be effective for a period of one year.
. There are no express warranties covering the unit other than
those set forth in this warranty. All implied warranties are
limited to the one-year period of this warranty and no war-
ranties, expressed or implied, extend beyond this one-year
period. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply
to you.
Suction Cup Kit () - . .
Straight Power Cord (') - . .
Coiled Power Cord (') - . .
Power Cord Fuses () - . .
Hook & Loop Fastener - . .
Visor Clip & Bracket - . .
Windshield Mounting Bracket - . .
Pocket Reflector - . .
Earphone Speaker - . .
Protective Travel Case - . .
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Prices subject to change Shipping and handling extra
Note— Cordless is not waterproof—exposure to
water may cause damage. Please remember to protect your
unit from the elements.
Pocket Reflector
. Remove the detector’s cover by pressing on the raised dots
and pushing outward. Store the cover in a safe place.
. Position the reflector onto the unit as per the diagram and
slide the reflector on to the detector until it snaps into place.
. Place the detector in pocket as pictured.
Note—use of the pocket reflector provides front Laser detection
only.
System
™
. The concept behind this system is to warn motorists
of potential road hazards by employing Safety Warning System
™
transmitting devices in areas such as construction zones,
accidents sites and detours. Because these sws
™
transmitters
operate within the z portion of the K band frequency,
their signals are detected by your Cordless.
Radar Alerts
The alerts provided by your unit are affected both by the type
of transmission (continuous wave or instant-on), and the
position of the Radar source. Generally, when you drive closer
to a Radar source, the intensity of the received signal increases,
resulting in the flashing of a higher number in the - dis-
play and a corresponding increase in the audio alert rate.
Described below are five common types of Radar encounters
and the alerts you will typically receive.
Note–during the initial three seconds of an alert, the
will illuminate solid to provide clear indication of the alert
received before entering flashing mode.
. Stationary or moving Radar, straight ahead aimed in your
direction.
Since Radar signals travel in a straight line, this Radar
encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Once
the signal is received, the initial warning consists of the X,
K or Super Wideband Ka audio and visual alerts and the
simultaneous flashing of digit #1 or digit #2 in the 4-led display.
The actual digit displayed will depend upon the strength of
. Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location.
Choose a location where the unit will not be hazardous in
case of an accident.
. For optimum detection, position your unit with a clear,
unobstructed view of the road from the front and rear.
. Do not allow the unit to make contact with the windshield.
This will eliminate unnecessary vibration.
. Avoid placing your unit in direct sunlight. During the summer,
interior temperatures of an enclosed vehicle can sometimes
reach temperatures that will cause premature aging of the unit.
. Your detector is not waterproof; exposure to water may cause
damage.
Dash Mounting
. Select an area that is relatively level, clean and dry. Adhere the
soft portion of the enclosed hook and loop fastener to this area
and the corresponding hard portion to the bottom of your unit.
. Fasten unit to dash by placing hook and loop pieces together.
Bracket Assembly
. The visor clip is fully
assembled. To assemble
the windshield bracket,
follow this diagram.
Visor Mounting
(Not recommended for
Motorcycle use)
. Remove the detector’s
cover by pressing on the raised dots and pushing
outward. Store the cover in a safe place.
Entering Selectable Features Mode
1. With the unit , press and hold the button, then press
the ⁄ button. The amber X will illuminate and a short
“beep” will sound.
2. Immediately after the “beep”, led
# will show the status of
the sws
™
selectable feature. To select led # (- Guard
®
),
press the button. Use the button to toggle between
the two s.
3. If illumination of the selected led is solid, feature is , but
may be canceled by pressing the button. Two “beeps”
will sound, confirming feature is .
4. If the selected is flashing, the feature is , but may be
activated by pressing the button. A single “beep”and
solid illumination will confirm the feature is .
5. Press the p/v button to retain your new settings for selectable
features. Two “beeps” will confirm that you have exited from
selectable features. Your unit will be and ready for
operation.
General Guidelines
Do not mount your unit directly behind windshield wipers or
mirrored sunscreens which block Radar and Laser signals
and substantially reduce warning range. Unlike “after market”
mirrored sun-screens, regular tinted glass does not affect
Radar reception.
Radar signals are also reflected by the “heated windshields”
known as Instaclear
®
and ElectriClear
®
available as an option
on some vehicles. This type of windshield makes any dash,
visor or windshield mounted detector ineffective. (If in
doubt, check with an appropriate dealership to see if this
applies to your vehicle.)
To achieve optimum performance, regardless of which
mounting position you choose, follow these basic steps on the
following page:
the signal received. As the strength of the Radar signal
increases, the audio alert becomes more rapid and the flashing
of digit #3 or #4 or the flashing of all leds (left to right) will
occur. This indicates a maximum signal strength. Assuming
the Radar signal remains uninterrupted, the audible and visual
alerts will clearly indicate a “weak” signal becoming stronger
as you drive closer to the Radar source. Remember, when the
police Radar source is moving toward you, the Radar signal
strength will increase much more rapidly than if you
are approaching a stationary source.
. Stationary Radar aimed around a corner
Under this circumstance, reaction time is considerably
reduced. Since the Radar signals are transmitted across your
line of travel, there is generally no signal available to receive
until you are relatively close to the source. Once an alert is
received, expect the strength of the signal to increase very
quickly. Advanced warning in this situation may be reduced.
. Stationary Radar concealed by the crest of a hill aimed in your
direction.
Radar signals travel in a straight line and do not pass through
earth. Consequently, police Radar aimed at the crest of a steep
Post-Warranty Service
The following arrangements apply if the one-year warranty
period has expired or you are not able to provide a copy of
your dated sales receipt indicating purchase within the last
twelve months.
. Return your unit to the appropriate address under Warranty
Service and follow steps through (b) outlined in that section.
. Enclose a check with your unit for $ or $ Canadian to
cover inspection and postage return.
Radar Receiver Frequencies: . z (X Band), . z
(K Band), . z to . z (Super Wideband Ka)
Operating Temperatures: -° to ° (-° to °)
Power Supply Requirements: . Volts, mA (if operating
from a power cord; see Accessories, below)
Radar Antenna Type: Patented Diecast Horn with Integrated
Transition to Microstrip Mixer
Maximum Dimensions: ."() ."() ."()
Weight: . ounces
reserves the right to incorporate design improvements
which may not be reflected in the specifications listed in this owner’s manual.
If you require any additional accessories, replacement acces-
sories or any accessory which is not included with your unit,
call to order or for more information Monday to Friday, –
. (See the accessories list on page 23.)
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To ensure maximum benefit from your Cordless,
please read all instructions before operating your unit.
Remember, owning a Radar detector does not give you a
license to speed. Alerts from a Radar detector serve as an
effective reminder to check your speed. Laws vary through-
out North America governing the use of a Radar detector. It is
your responsibility to follow these laws.
A regulated switch mode and energy conserving circuitry
ensure full sensitivity to Radar and Laser over the entire
battery life.
Safety Warning System
®
(sws
™
)
Cordless detects encoded signals from sws
™
transmitters and provides distinct alerts for: Highway
Construction/Maintenance, Highway Hazard Zones, Weather
Related Hazards, Emergency/Slow Moving Vehicles and
Travel/Convenience Information.
For a complete description of sws
™
audio and visual
alerts, see page .
- Guard
®
Alert
Cordless features vg-2 Guard
®
Alert, which provides
an alert to the to the Interceptor vg-2 (Radar Detector
Detector).
For a complete description of the vg-2 Guard
®
audio/visual
alert, see page .
Cordless includes a pocket reflector and an
earphone speaker—making it ideal for motorcycle use.
(See page .)
Profile of Features
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Pre-Operating Instructions
Battery Installation
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Auto Shut-Off
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Low Battery Warning
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Description of Features
Power-Up Test Sequence
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Tutorial Mode
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Memory Retention of Feature Selections
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Adjusting the Audio Level
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Audio/Visual Alerts for Instant-On/Pulsed Radar
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(Dim/Dark) Button
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(Audio Mute) Button
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(City/Highway) Button
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Reset to Factory Settings
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Selectable Features
Entering Selectable Features Mode
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Installation
General Guidelines
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Understanding Radar, Laser and sws
™
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Interpretation of Alerts
Radar Alerts
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Typical False Alert (Radar)
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Laser Alerts
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vg-2 Guard
®
Alert
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Safety Warning System
™
(sws
™
) Alerts
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Performance Verification
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Troubleshooting
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Consumer Warranty
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Service
Warranty Service
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Post-Warranty Service
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Specifications
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Accessories
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Instructions for Motorcycle Mounting
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. (Dim/Dark) Button: provides dim or dark settings of
the display for discreet night travel. Audio alerts are not
affected by this mode.
. (Audio Mute) Button: provides automatic and manual
muting of X, K, Super Wideband Ka Radar, Laser and sws
™
alerts.
. (City/Highway) Button: minimizes unwanted X band
Radar alerts without reducing sensitivity.
. Antenna Opening: Radar signals are received by a patented
diecast antenna with integrated transition to microstrip mixer.
. Laser Optical Sensors: collect Laser signals from in front and
behind.
. Audio Alert Speaker: all audible alerts are emitted from
this location.
. External Earphone Speaker Jack: earphone speaker is
connected at this location.
. Power Jack: can be used to insert a power cord, making
Cordless operable from your cigarette lighter socket.
(See Accessories, page )
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Battery Installation
Cordless has been packaged with two alkaline
batteries to get you started. We advise that you use only
alkaline batteries to ensure top performance. Other types
may not provide sufficient power output to operate
Cordless.
Caution—do not leave Cordless in direct sunlight.
Exposure to extreme heat can damage both the battery and
unit. Warranty will be void.
To install the battery:
. With the unit , remove the compartment cover on the
underside of the unit by pressing on the raised dots and
pushing outwards.
Instaclear is a registered trademark of the Ford Motor Company.
ElectriClear is a registered Trademark of Libbey, Owens, Ford, and Delco-Remy.
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