PLATINUM100_COVERINSIDE .qxp_Layout 1 3/11/20 2:53 PM Page 1 PLATINUM100 OWNER’S MANUAL Elgin, IL 60123 800.323.5608 44915.
PLATINUM100_COVERINSIDE .qxp_Layout 1 3/11/20 2:53 PM Page 3 K40 Consult Letter From the President Thank you very much for your recent purchase of the most progressive radar and laser solution available on the market today. Don’t like to read manuals? Call our experienced K40 Consultants. We’ll explain the whole thing. 800.323.5608 Our mission is to empower you, our valued customer, with peace of mind and unparalleled radar protection.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 1 Table of Contents Mounting and Powering the Platinum100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Power Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Wake-Up Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Receiving Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Radar Alert Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 2 Mounting and Powering the PLATINUM100 Mounting Instructions To help ensure that your K40 functions properly and offers maximum protection, please follow these mounting instructions: 1. Clean the area of the windshield where the K40 will be mounted.* 2. Attach the supplied Windshield Mount near the center of your vehicle’s windshield by latching it firmly with the tension lever. a.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 4 Laser Alert Sequence When the Platinum100 detects a laser signal: Receiving Alerts The Platinum100 provides a combination of audio and visual alerts to warn you when police radar and laser signals are detected. • The OLED display shows LASER and reports your speed. NOTE: Unlike radar, signal strength from laser remains constant.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 6 Defuser Settings Description •Gives Pulse Transmit Upon receiving a police laser signal, the Laser Defuser will transmit a jamming signal for up to five seconds, then switches to Receive Only mode for 30 seconds. Alert Tones: standard laser alert tone for five seconds. Drops to a lower laser alert pitch tone in Receive Only mode. The Laser Defuser will only detect police laser. No jamming signal will be emitted.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 8 DIM For Alert Display Options, Press and hold button for three seconds to access the menu. Press and release to scroll and choose <> for 5-Bar (default) or 3-Bar alerts (Menu Page 22). MENU DIM MENU OLED DISPLAY Overview Display Color DIM Press and hold button for three seconds to access the menu. Press and release the button to scroll. Choose <> and select white (default), green, amber, red, or blue accents for the OLED display.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 10 Dim Settings DIM Press and release button to adjust and automatically save display brightness to accommodate various driving environments. MENU Special Features Six Display Brightness Options: 1. “Day”- Brightest display setting. 2. “Dusk”- Medium display setting (factory default). Highway|City|Filter|Auto Press and Release button to change the setting at any time.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 12 • K Wide scans the standard range of frequencies police radar guns can use. This is the factory default setting. The display greys the alert received when driving under the chosen Quiet Ride setting. 15 -Scans 24.026-24.285GHZ • K Extended scans radar frequencies above and below the standard range of speed enforcement technology that may be used in your area now or in the future. -Scans 23.950-24.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 14 Windshield Mount For proper installation see page 4. Power Input Jack Insert small end of power cord here. Large end plugs into 12V outlet (page 4). Controls Overview Platinum100 Radar and Laser Detector Windshield Mount Release Press to release unit from windshield mount. FILTER/SM Button Press and release to select level of alert sensitivity (page 13). Speaker Alerts delivered via voice and tones.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 16 Mark to Mute To remove ALL muted locations from your database: The Mark to Mute function allows you to mute any stationary radar band/laser alert from a non-police source (e.g. an automatic door) in a specific GPS location. 1. Press & hold MENU button for three seconds to enter menu options. Using Mark to Mute 2. Press and release MENU button until “Delete All Mute Locations” option is announced.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 18 To remove a previously marked location from your database: • • Press and hold marked location. MARK button for five seconds while in the Customizable Settings Voice announces, “Marked Location Removed”. To remove all alert locations, follow Steps 1-4 on Page 19, but on Step 2, select the “Delete All Alert ” option instead.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 20 Menu Options (in order displayed) 1 Voice Type 2 Audible Voice 3 Wake-Up Sequence Default Setting Female Choose male or female voice for audio alerts. On For all initial audio alerts: “Voice On” uses voice; “Voice Off” uses tones only. Wake-Up •“Wake-Up Long” is a standard 5 second sequence. Long •“Wake-Up Short” uses an abbreviated sequence. •“Wake-Up Silent” display only, no audible.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 22 Add-On Options Wireless Remote Control Functions (sold separately) POWER Press to turn off only. Must turn on from Platinum100. Wireless Remote Control System control in the palm of your hand with K40’s wireless, keyfob size remote control. Can also be mounted to your visor with supplied clip for convenient access. Press and release to adjust brightness display.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 24 Troubleshooting Guide Warranty/Guarantees Need some help? Call us at 800.323.5608 for assistance and to customize your settings. Problem Possible Cause Solution Plug not inserted properly. Reinsert plug and rotate. No visual display or audio Blown fuse in power cord. Replace fuse with 2 amp 250 Volt F2AL fuse. 12V outlet not clean or negatively grounded. Consult your K40 dealer. Defective fuse or electrical Consult your K40 dealer.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 26 Product subject to one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patents 5,001,777 Our Promise RE39,038 To Exceed... Customer expectations through the pride and dedication of our strong team of caring and talented employees by being the “Model of Excellence” in the entire industry on every level — from innovative product design and flawless manufacturing to knowledgeable sales and total customer service.
PLAT100 _MANUAL.qxp_Layout 1 3/18/20 9:34 AM Page 28 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply w ith the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
