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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 V8’s outstanding performance and innovative features. Please drive safely.
Quick Reference Card Table of Contents Quick Reference Guide 4-5 Programming Installation 6-7 • How to use Programming 11 • Power Connection 6 • Example of Programming 11 Remove card along perforations • Mounting Location 6 • Overview of Programming 12 Beltronics V8 Quick Reference Card • Windshield Mount 7 • Details of Programming Controls and Features Press the RVW button to go from one category to the next Press the CHG button to change your setting within a category Pilot HWY P
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your V8, just follow these simple steps: 1 QuickMount Slot Insert the V8’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 V8 on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount.
Installation Power Connection Mounting Location WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways the V8 can be mounted. It is important that you mount your V8 where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident. To power your V8, plug the small end of the power cord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on the V8’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.
Controls and Features Power Voice Alerts To turn your V8 on or off, press the PWR button located on the top.When you turn your V8 on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may program your V8 for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Programming section for details. The V8 provides digital voice announcements of radar and laser bands detected. If Safety Radar (SWS) is turned on, a safety radar message will also be announced. See the Programming section for details.
Controls and Features Programming Power Connector Audible Alerts The V8’s power jack uses a telephone-type connector.This 4-conductor connector only works with the included power cord, optional direct-wire, or SmartPlug cord. For more information or to order, call us toll-free at 1-800-341-2288. For Radar signals: Your V8 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered.
Overview of Programming Details of Programming Press the REVIEW button to go from one category to the next Press the CHANGE button to change your setting within a category Pilot (Power-on indication) PILOT (Power-on indication) Pilot HWY Pilot H * Full word: Highway, AutoScan or City Letter: H or A or C VOICE Voice ON Voice OFF * Voice alerts on Voice alerts off POWER-ON SEQUENCE PwrOn STD PwrOn FST * Standard power-on sequence Fast power-on sequence Pilot H (Letter) In this setting, your V8 wi
Details of Programming Technical Details City Mode Sensitivity Bands City STD (Standard) In this setting, when you put your V8 in the City mode, X-band sensitivity is significantly reduced, to reduce annoyance from X-band intrusion alarms and motion sensors. (factory default) BandsDFT In this setting, all North American radar and laser frequencies are monitored.This is the factory setting and it is recommended that you use your V8 in this mode.
Technical Details Interpreting Alerts Although the V8 has a comprehensive warning system and this handbook is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your V8 and how to interpret what it tells you.The specific type of radar being used, the type of transmission (continuous or instant-on) and the location of the radar source affect the radar alerts you receive.
Technical Details How Radar Works Radar range also depends on the power of the radar equipment itself.The strength of the radar unit’s beam diminishes with distance.The farther the radar has to travel, the less energy it has for speed detection. Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as radar, your V8 will occasionally receive non-police radar signals.
Technical Details TSR Signal Ranking Software How Safety Radar Works Your radar detector includes a new optional boost in anti-falsing soft ware to eliminate excessive alerts from erroneous X and K-band sources. One example of this is traffic flow monitoring systems.These systems, which are becoming more widely used in several countries, generate K-band signals to measure the flow of traffic on a given road. Unfortunately most detectors see this as a real threat and will alert you to it unnecessarily.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Problem Solution The V8 beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. • An X or K-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route.With time, you will learn predictable patterns of these signals. Your 14-year old son has changed all 6 of the Programming options. • You can return all of the programming options to the factory defaults by holding down the CITY and BRT buttons while you turn the V8 on.
Service Warranty and Accessories Service Procedure Out Of Warranty Repairs If your V8 ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: For out of warranty repairs, include prepayment in the amount you were quoted by the Beltronics Customer Service Representative. If the detector has been damaged, abused or modified, the repair cost will be calculated on a parts and labor basis. If it exceeds the basic repair charge, you will be contacted with a quotation.
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