Register your K40 RL100 today to activate your guarantees: Guaranteed immunity from speeding tickets If you get a speeding ticket within one year of purchase, we’ll reimburse you for the full cost of the ticket.* Guaranteed performance If your K40 radar detection system does not outperform any other radar detector you’ve owned, return it within 30 days for a full product credit. One year warranty K40 offers a one-year “repair or replace” warranty if your product fails to work properly.
Table of Contents Mounting and Powering the RL100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Mounting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Power Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Quick Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Receiving Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Radar Alert Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Laser Alert Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mounting and Powering the RL100 Mounting Instructions To help ensure that your RL100 functions properly and offers maximum protection, please follow these mounting instructions: 1. Clean the area of the windshield where the unit will be mounted.* 2. Attach the supplied Windshield Mounting Bracket to your car’s windshield by firmly pressing the suction cups in the bracket to the windshield. a. Mount the bracket as low as possible near the center of the windshield. b.
Quick Start (using factory default settings) Once your K40 RL100 has been mounted and had the power connected, you may begin using immediately by following these steps: 1. Switch on the RL100 – Turn the Power On/Volume Control Wheel on the side of the unit. 2. Wait for Test Scan to complete – The radar detector will announce(voice) and display(screen) K40 SCAN then go through a “wake up sequence” lasting approximately 5 seconds. a. You will hear and see all bands tested. Adjust the volume during this test.
Receiving Alerts The K40 RL100 provides a combination of audio and visual alerts to warn you when radar and laser signals are detected. Radar Alert Sequence The RL100 detects every kind of FCC approved police radar. When a signal is identified: • A voice alerts which band was detected. (This assumes the factory default “Voice ON” setting has not been changed.) • A series of beeps indicates the strength of the signal. Each band has its own distinctive beep. (Volume reduces automatically after 5 seconds.
Laser Alert Sequence When the RL100 detects a laser signal: • A voice alerts announces “Laser.” (This assumes the factory default “Voice ON” setting has not been changed.) • You then hear a distinctive audio tone. (Volume reduces automatically after 5 seconds.) • Display indicates laser has been detected and reports your speed. • NOTE: Unlike radar, signal strength from laser remains constant. Laser Alert Example: You are driving 55 mph and laser is detected.
Special Features/Functions Filter Operation (i.e. signal sensitivity) The Filter system on the RL100 offers you 3 levels of sensitivity settings to accommodate various driving situations. To change the level at any time, press and release FILTER button. Level / Mode 1. Highway (factory default setting) 8 Sensitivity Detects all types of FCC approved police radar or laser signals at full sensitivity.
Quiet RideTM The RL100’s exclusive Quiet RideTM Function will automatically silence all radar and laser alerts when traveling under a specific speed of your choice between 20-65 MPH. The factory default setting for Quiet Ride is “On” and your unit is already preset to silence alerts when you travel below 25 MPH. To change the speed at which alerts are silenced: • Press and hold MENU button for 3 seconds to access the Menu Function.
Reference Guide RL100 Radar and Laser Detection Windshield Mounting Bracket (with suction cups) – For proper installation (page 4) Power Input Jack – Insert small end of power cord here Power Cord – Plug into cigarette lighter or other 12v outlet M Power On/Volume Control Wheel – Turn on the RL100 unit and adjusts volume of voice/tones MENU/DIM Button – Press and release to change display brightness from bright (factory default) to dim or dark, or press and hold for 3 seconds to enter MENU mode (page
U MEN DI M Speaker – Alerts delivered via voice and tones FILTER Button – Press and release to select level of alert sensitivity (page 8), or enter “Speed Monitor” function by pressing and holding for 3 seconds (page 13) MARK Button – Identify and “mark” specific locations (such as construction and school zones) to receive alerts (page 12) FILTER MUTE Button – Press and release to mute audio for 15 seconds or the duration of the alert.
Mark Location The “Mark” function allows you to receive both audio and visual alerts for specific locations you’ve stored. (Examples: school zone, speed camera, red-light camera intersection). • • • To activate, press and release MARK button when you are at the location. Display shows Alrt Loc and voice announces “Marked to Alert” After marking the location, in the future the RL100 will alert you: When you arrive… You will hear a… …within a radius of 1500 feet of the marked location ...
For either option, here’s how to mute your device: Mute audio for 15 seconds or the duration of the alert Press and release MUTE button Mute audio for 2 minutes or the duration of the alert Press and hold MUTE button for 3 seconds After pressing the MUTE button, the display will show Mute On_ and the voice will announce “Mute On.” NOTE: While this feature is engaged you will only receive new alerts as visual indications on the display.
Menu / Customizable Settings The RL100 comes with factory default settings on certain features that we’ve learned are desirable for our customers. However, we provide you with the option of changing the settings based on your preferences. To access and change any of the 12 selectable preferences: • Press and hold MENU button for 3 seconds. The voice will announce “Menu” and the display will read *MENU*.
Menu Options (in order displayed) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Default Setting Description Voice Type Audible Voice Female Choose male or female voice for audio alerts. On For all initial audio alerts: “Voice On” uses voice; “Voice Off” uses tones only. Test On Controls length of startup sequence after powering on unit. “Test On” is standard 5second test. “Test Off” uses an abbreviated sequence. Speed Displayed On “Speed On” displays current speed in mph when driving over 5 mph.
Troubleshooting Guide Problem Possible Cause Solution Plug not inserted properly Reinsert plug and rotate Blown fuse in power cord Replace fuse with 1 amp 250 Volt 3AG fuse Lighter socket not clean or negatively grounded Consult your dealer or auto mechanic power) Defective fuse or electrical wiring for lighter socket Consult your dealer or auto mechanic Week or no Partially blocked antenna or Reposition the unit to ensure lens opening unobstructed view of the road ahead No visual display or a
Product subject to one or more of the following patents: U.S. Patents 7,298,248 B2 5,001,777 RE39,038 RE40,653 RE41,905 Other patents pending Learn more at K40.
FCC ID: W75-M1K-Y12 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. In addition, any changes or modifications to this product, which are not expressly approved by K40 Electronics in writing, could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
