5 4 42 West Chester Road West Chester, Ohio 4 5 0 6 9 USA Made in Canada Printed in USA 121RX65-0REV Owner's Manual
Congratulations If you’ve used a radar detector before, a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5, and the Programming information on pages 12 and 13 will briefly explain the new features. If this is your first detector, please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your RX65’s outstanding performance and innovative features. Please drive safely.
Quick Reference Card Remove card along perforations Table of Contents BEL Pro RX65 Quick Reference Card Press the RVW button to go from one category to the next VOICE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE CITY MODE SENSITIVITY BANDS HWY H V ON OFF STD FST STD THT TEC ON OFF STD LoX NoX ALL MOD * Full word: Highway or AutoScan or City Letter: H or A or C Vehicle voltage * Voice alerts on Voice alerts off * Standard power-on sequence Fast power-on sequence * Standard signal strength meter Threat Displ
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your RX65, just follow these simple steps 1 QuickMount Slot Insert RX65’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your car’s lighter socket. QuickMount Button Press the button, and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions. Page 7 2 Mount your RX65 on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount.
Installation Power Connection Mounting Location Windshield QuickMount To power RX65, plug the small end of the SmartPlug, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on RX65’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket. WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways the RX65 can be mounted. It is important that you mount RX65 where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident.
Controls and Features Power On/Off If you prefer, you can turn the AutoMute feature off. See the Programming section for details. To turn the RX65 on, press the PWR button on the left side of the top case. When you turn the RX65 on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may program your RX65 for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Programming section for details.
Controls and Features Power Connector Signal Strength Meter Threat Display RX65’s power jack uses a telephone-type connector. This new 6-pin connector only works with the included coiled SmartPlug, or the optional Direct-wire SmartPlug. The coiled SmartPlug is a special power cord that has a power-on indicator (which only lights up when the RX65 is turned on), a bright alert light that warns of radar or laser, and a convenient mute button right on the plug.
Programming Overview of Programming There are 7 user-selectable options so you can customize your RX65 for your own preferences. The buttons labeled CITY and BRT are also used to enter the Program Mode, REVIEW your current program settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The words PROGRAM, RVW, and CHG are located on the top of the detector, and are highlighted in colored graphics. Pages 14-16 explain each option in more detail. An example Here is how you would turn RX65’s AutoMute feature off.
Details of Programming Pilot (Power-on indication) Voice Signal Strength Meter City Mode Sensitivity Note: When you are using the Dark mode, the display will only show HD, AD, or CD, (Highway-Dark, AutoScan-Dark, or CityDark). Voice On (Voice alerts on) In this setting, all radar, laser, and SWS (if programmed on) alerts will be accompanied by a digital voice.
Details of Programming Technical Details Bands Features and Specifications BandsALL In this setting all radar, laser, and SWS frequencies are monitored. This is the factory setting, and it is highly recommended that you use your RX65 in this mode. Operating Bands • X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz • K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz • Ka-band 34.
Technical Details Interpreting Alerts Alert Explanation RX65 alerts slowly for a while and then abruptly jumps to a strong alert. You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a hill or an obstructed curve. RX65 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly. A patrol car is traveling in front of you with a radar source aimed forward. Because signals are sometimes reflected off of large objects and sometimes not, the alerts may seem inconsistent.
Technical Details How Radar Works Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X-Band radar, your RX65 will occasionally receive non-police radar signals. Since these X-Band transmitters are usually contained inside of a building, or aimed toward the ground, they will generally produce much weaker readings than will a true radar encounter.
Technical Details How Safety Radar Works Since Safety radar technology is relatively new, and the number of transmitters in operation is not yet widespread, you will not receive Safety signals on a daily basis. Do not be surprised if you encounter emergency vehicles, road hazards and railroad crossings that are unequipped with these transmitters. As Safety transmitters become more prevalent (the number of operating transmitters is growing every day), these Safety radar signals will become more common.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Problem Solution RX65 beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. • An X-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. With time, you will learn predictable patterns of these signals. RX65 will not turn on. • Check that the power is ON. • Check that vehicle ignition is ON. • Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional. • Try RX65 in another vehicle. RX65 does not seem sensitive to radar or laser.
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Warranty and Accessories Remove card along perforations ATTN CUSTOMER SERVICE BELTRONICS INC 5442 WEST CHESTER RD WEST CHESTER OH 45069-9789 28 BELTRONICS One Year Limited Warranty Accessories BELTRONICS warrants your RX65 against all defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase, subject to the following terms and conditions: The sole responsibility of BELTRONICS under this Warranty is limited to either repair or, at the option of BELTRON
