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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Laser Alert Sequence . . . . . .
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. Slide unit onto the bracket until you hear a “click” to complete the mounting. b.
Wake-Up Sequence (using factory default settings) Your K40 will be ready for use following this automatic Wake-Up sequence: Wake-Up Sequence – The Platinum100 will announce and display “K40 Scan, Active”, you will then hear alerts for X, K, Ka-Band, and laser. Wake-Up options can be changed in the Menu, page 22. •Wake-Up Long: default and as described above. •Wake-Up Short: default display sequence and an abbreviated audible sequence of three beeps. •Wake-Up Silent: a display only sequence (no audible).
Receiving Alerts The Platinum100 provides a combination of audio and visual alerts to warn you when police radar and laser signals are detected. Radar Alert Sequence The Platinum100 detects all North American police radar signals (X, K, and Ka-Band). When a signal is identified: • The OLED display will provide you band and signal strength information. You can choose from a 5-bar alert display (default) or a 3-bar alert display.
Laser Alert Sequence When the Platinum100 detects a laser signal: • The OLED display shows LASER and reports your speed. NOTE: Unlike radar, signal strength from laser remains constant. Laser Alert Example: 40 LASER M-MUTE QR 20 • A voice announces, “Laser” (this assumes the factory default “Voice On” setting has not been changed). • You will then hear a distinctive and urgent audio tone.
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. Alert Tone: lower pitch laser alert tone.
Traffic Sensor Filter (factory default off) Your K40 can reject alerts from traffic flow sensors usually encountered during highway driving (limited use areas). This feature can be enabled through the Menu (page 23). MultaRadar (MRCD/CT) Photo Radar (factory default off) Your K40 is capable of alerting to MRCD/CT photo radar devices (limited use areas). This feature can be enabled through the Menu (page 23).
OLED DISPLAY Overview Display Color -------;:EJ=i Elseconds to access Press and hold button for three DIM MENU DIM the menu. Press and release the button to scroll. Choose <> and select white (default), green, amber, red, or blue accents for the OLED display. MENU Display Mode and Alert Options DIM Press and hold button for three seconds to access the menu. Press and release to scroll and choose <> for speed & compass or speed & voltage or speed & all-threat (Menu Page 22).
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). B MENU B DIM MENU 5-Bar Alert (Default) - During an alert, there are five available strength-of-signal bars that use the center and right section of the display. 40 Ka 33.80 QR 20 M-MUTE 3-Bar Alert - During an alert, there are three available strength-of-signal bars that use the center section only.
B Dim Settings DIM Press and release button to adjust and automatically save display brightness to accommodate various driving environments. MENU Six Display Brightness Options: 1. “Day”- Brightest display setting. 2. “Dusk”- Medium display setting (factory default). 3. “Night”- Dimmest display setting. 4. “Auto”-Display adjusts automatically from three seconds in “Day,” three seconds in “Dusk,” and the duration of the alert in “Night”. 5.
-- ....Special _ . Features _____ - -~ - _ ...... - Highway|City|Filter|Auto El Press and Release button to change the setting at any time. The FILTER button offers four levels of sensitivity to police radar signals to accommodate various driving situations. FILTER SM Settings 1. Highway (factory default) Sensitivity Recommended Use Maximum range and sensitivity on all North American police radar signals (X, K, and Ka-Band).
• K Wide scans a little above and below the standard range of frequencies police radar guns can use. This is the factory default setting. -Scans 24.026-24.285GHZ • K Extended scans radar frequencies further below the standard range of speed enforcement technology that may be used in your area now or in the future. -Scans 23.950-24.285GHZ Ka-Band Narrow|Wide Select the range of police radar frequencies your K40 scans. This feature can be customized through the Menu (page 22).
The display greys the alert received when driving under the chosen Quiet Ride setting. 33.80 Ka •■■ II 15 M-MUTE QR 20 The factory default setting for Quiet Ride is 20 mph (30 kph). Activating/Adjusting Quiet Ride: QUIET RIDE PWR • Press and release button to activate the Quiet Ride menu. Voice will announce the current setting e.g. “Quiet Ride 20”, or the current speed setting. • Press and release c;'\\._:___.J or button to adjust the speed settings on Quiet Ride.
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. Press and hold to select a Speed Monitor setting (page 20).
Mark to Mute 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. Using Mark to Mute □ • Press and release MARK button to mute a specific radar band/laser alert. A signal must be present in order to mark a location for mute. • A voice announces that a specific radar band/laser alert has been muted (e.g. “K Muted”).
To remove ALL muted locations from your database: B DIM 1. Press & hold MENU button for three seconds to enter menu options. B DIM 2. Press and release MENU button until “Delete All Mute Locations” option is announced. 3. Press & hold □ MARK button. “All Muted Locations Cleared” Mark to Alert The Mark to Alert function saves specific GPS locations to create a personal database of areas where increased awareness is desired, such as school zones, speed traps, or red light cameras.
To remove a previously marked location from your database: □ button for five seconds while in the • Press and hold marked location. • Voice announces, “Marked Location Removed”. MARK To remove all alert locations, follow Steps 1-3 on Page 19, but on Step 2, select the “Delete All Alert ” option instead. Speed Monitor Speed Monitor alerts when a preselected speed is exceeded. Speed Monitor can be set to any speed between 40-100 mph in 5 mph increments or 60-160 kph in 10 kph increments.
Customizable Settings To change the factory preset features and customize your Platinum100 for the way you drive, follow the instructions below or call a K40 Consultant at 800.323.5608. To change settings: B DIM • Press and hold MENU button for three seconds. The voice will announce “Menu”, and the display will read <
Menu Options (in order displayed) Default Setting Description 1 Voice Type 2 Audible Voice 3 Wake-Up Sequence 4 Auto Volume On 5 Display Color White 6 Display Mode 7 Alert Display 8 Time Off Enable to see a clock in the center section of the display. 9 DST Off Enable Daylight Savings Time. 10 GMT -5 Sets time zone according to Greenwich Mean time (GMT).
(in order displayed) Default Setting 14 Ka Band Filter Off Enables filtration of Ka-Band non-police radar signals. 15 Traffic Sensor Filter Off Enables filtration of K-Band signals from traffic flow radar sensors to reduce false alerts. 16 MRCD/CT Off Enables MRCD/CT photo radar detection. 17 MRCD/CT Filter Off Reduces false alerts when MRCD/CT detection is enabled. 18 Laser On Enables the detection of Laser. 19 Optional Defuser Off Enables the Laser Defuser.
Add-On Options (sold separately) 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. C) DIM MENU + MM Murr MA ..c•-,,,.... 0;,1t• A,C, K40. Expert Remote Controller System control at your fingertips with a professionally installed, backlit control, designed to look like it was factory installed.
Wireless Remote Control Functions D Press and release POWER Press to turn off only. Must turn on from Platinum100. DIM ( MENU ) Press and release to enter customizable menu settings. + to adjust brightness display. UP Press and release to increase volume. Use to scroll/change menu options. 0 MM MENU MARK TO MUTE Press and release to “mute” a specific radar band/laser alert in a location. 0 MUTE 0 MA MARK TO ALERT Press and release to “mark” specific points of interest.
Troubleshooting Guide Need some help? Call us at 800.323.5608 for assistance and to customize your settings. Problem Possible Cause Power not inserted properly. No visual display or audio Solution Confirm power cord is inserted into opening closest to windshield with the center pin. 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. wiring for 12V outlet.
Warranty/Guarantees 1111<40 ELECTRONICS One-Year Warranty The K40 Platinum100 Portable Radar/Laser Detector is covered by a one year “repair or replace” limited warranty. This coverage begins on date of purchase and applies to manufacturing defects in product materials and workmanship only. Installation, removal, or misuse is not covered. Guaranteed Performance If your K40 does not outperform any other radar detector you’ve owned, return it within 30 days for a full product credit.
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