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Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 438Ru a u . 558Ru o t u a in w THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 3604 NW Frontage Rd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927 © The Whistler Group, Inc. 2012 www.whistlergroup.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 3 INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call: Dear Whistler Customer, Whistler has new features made specifically for the Russain market. This model not only packs features common with Whistler’s models but also includes the following new features not found in USA models; CuSTOmer SeRVICE 479-273-6012 a u .
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary................................................ 4 - 5 Installation ...........................................................................6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines • Windshield Mounting • Power Cord Connection • Fuse Replacement Operation .......................................................................
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 7 FEATURES FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: Feature Listings - 438Ru shown, 558Ru similiar 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 13 1 6 2 9 10 a u . o t u a in 11 w 7 8 12 4 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 3 4 Bracket Release Button – provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines Windshield Mounting • Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield. • Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes. • Do not mount the unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 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. 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. Note: Cord fits tightly into detector.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 13 OPERATION OPERATION Power On and Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic self-test seq uence confirms that the speaker, visual displays are functional along with many of the saved settings. To increase the volume, continue turning the volume knob.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 15 OPERATION OPERATION 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. 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.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 17 OPERATION OPERATION Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the detector after 3 hours if the unit has constant power. 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 engages Dark Mode.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 19 OPERATION OPERATION Selectable Ka Band Russia currently does not use Ka band. Having a radar detector that scans Ka band is not necessary. See Option Select Mode to turn on Ka band. X/K Filter Modes Recently, many new products operate on X or K band causing nuisance alerts to radar detectors.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 21 OPERATION OPERATION Laser Signature ID (LSID) Identify the Laser gun’s pulse rate or PPS (Pulses per Second) that is transmitted by the speed laser gun. LSID may also be used to identify other forms of laser sources such as LACC (Laser Assisted Cruise Control) systems found in some high end vehicles.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 23 OPERATION OPERATION Alert Priority When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is: 1. Laser 2.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 25 OPERATION RADAR/LASER ALERTS Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alertness. To engage (when the unit is not alarming): • Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 seconds. Release the button during or immediately after the alert is given.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 27 RESET FEATURES TROUBLESHOOTING Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings. • Remove Power from the unit. • Press and hold the Quiet button. • Restore Power to the unit. (power switch turned on) • Wait for 2 beeps. • Release the Quiet button. Unit is now reset to the following features and settings. 1. City/Highway to Highway Mode. 2. Dim/Dark to full illumination of display. 3.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? Check with your country’s laws reguarding radar detector ownership and use. PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps. • Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean. • Check connections at both ends of the power cord. Substitute another cord to determine if the cord is defective. Return defective cord to the factory.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 31 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 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.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 33 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2, Spectre - Continued vulnerable to receive two tickets; one potential for speeding, and the other for possession of a detector. WARRANTY INFORMATION Note: The latest tool Police have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre. Spectre can detect the majority of undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors on the market. a u .
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 35 WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time. Important: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! Service Out of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: 2.
Online-store car audio and autogoods Winauto 435ru-558ruman-wo_tat.qxp 1/30/2012 11:11 AM Page 37 ACCESSORIES WARRANTY/SPECIFICATIONS Customer Service Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT - USA) at: 1-479-273-6012 via email at: info@whistlergroup.com or visit the FAQ’s at www.whistlergroup.com. The following accessories can be ordered from Whistler by calling 1-479-273-6012. SPECIFICATIONS Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.
