7813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 1 Owner’s Manual Beltronics 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800-341-2288 Canada 800-268-3994 www.beltronics.com D I G I T A L ©2005 Beltronics Made In Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 3 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 V895’s outstanding performance and innovative features. Please drive safely.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 5 Quick Reference Card Remove card along perforations H Table of Contents H BEL V895 Quick Reference Card Press the RVW button to go from one category to the next PILOT VOICE AUTOMUTE CITY MODE SENSITIVITY BANDS * Full word: Highway or AutoScan or City Voice ON Voice OFF * Voice alerts on PwrOn STD PwrOn FST * Standard power-on sequence aMute ON aMute OFF * AutoMute on City STD City LoX City NoX Voice alerts off Fast power-on sequence AutoMute
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 7 Quick Reference Guide To begin using your V895, just follow these simple steps QuickMount Slot Insert the V895’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 1 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.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 9 Installation Power Connection Mounting Location Windshield QuickMount To power your V895, plug the small end of the power cord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on the V895’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 V895 can be mounted.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 11 Controls and Features Power Voice Alerts Highway / AutoScan / City Button Brightness To turn your V895 on or off, press the PWR button located on the top. When you turn your V895 on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may program your V895 for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Programming section for details. The V895 provides digital voice announcements of radar and laser bands detected.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 13 Controls and Features Programming Power Connector Audible Alerts The V895’s power jack uses a telephonetype 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 V895 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 15 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 HWY Pilot H * Full word: Highway or 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 AUTOMUTE CITY MODE SE
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 17 Details of Programming Technical Details City Mode Sensitivity Bands City STD (Standard) In this setting, when you put your V895 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 V895 in this mode.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 19 Technical Details Alert Explanation The V895 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. The V895 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.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 21 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 X-Band radar, your V895 will occasionally receive non-police radar signals.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 23 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.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 25 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Problem Solution The V895 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. The V895 will not turn on. • Check that the power is ON. • Check that vehicle ignition is ON. • Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional.
17813_Vector895 Manual 3/21/05 8:18 AM Page 27 Service Warranty and Accessories Service Procedure Out Of Warranty Repairs If your V895 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.
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