OWNER’S MANUAL 1770 WEATHER RADIO LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Service Tel (800) 531-0004 E-Mail info@whistlergroup.
INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may register your product online at www.whistlergroup.com. For warranty verification purposes, a copy of your dated store receipt must still accompany any unit sent in for warranty work. If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Model Features Summary................................................................... 3 - 5 Installation............................................................................................ 6 - 8 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation...........................................................................................
WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES 5. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation. 6. Quiet/Menu/Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield. • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect reception.) • Some windshields have an Instaclear™ or Electriclear™ type coating, which affect radar signals.
INSTALLATION OPERATION Visor Mounting (optional accessory) • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot. • Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is relatively level and has a clear view of the road. Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic self-test sequence confirms which features are programmed On or Off. • Press Power or apply Power. Display reads: Slide on view Insert into bracket mounting slot.
OPERATION Integrated Real Voice™ When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the following: 1. Band Identification 2. Safety Warning System messages Note: In certain cases the voice message does not replicate the text message. 3. Feature Selection Note: NOAA is not affected by Real Voice™ selection. Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) are retained in memory. Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.
OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level (1). Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or laser alerts. • Press Quiet/Menu (before a signal is detected) to engage Auto Quiet.
OPERATION OPERATION Dim/Dark Mode Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. • Press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. Display reads: Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • Pressing and holding the Power button for 2 seconds a second time engages Dark Mode. Display reads: Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert.
OPERATION OPERATION NOAA Modes • Changing NWR modes Through the option select mode, (page 18) or by pressing both volume buttons simultaneously and release, the unit can be programmed to listen to NWR continuous weather reports while still searching for laser/radar signals (NWR ON) or the NOAA can be turned off completely (NWR OFF) while still being able to receive laser/radar signals.
OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, NOAA Select, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the , or Quiet must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited. To enter: Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. • Press the City and Quiet buttons simultaneously and release.
RADAR ALERTS SAFETY RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source. Example: In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counterlike.
LASER/VG-2 ALERTS Laser Audio/Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and signal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. Example: The more “|||” the closer the laser source. VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts Note: You must turn this feature on in option select mode before it will detect VG-2. When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides” its own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG-2. Text message confirms detection of VG-2.
CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit. The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive cleaners on the unit’s exterior.
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES In Most States YES! Laser-radar detectors are legal in every state (with the exception of Virginia and Washington D.C., which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle) when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Laser Facts It’s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles.
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY INFORMATION Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include: • Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed. • Vascar/Aircraft - The time it takes a vehicle to travel a known distance is measured.
WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: • The unit’s original warranty has expired. • Dated proof of purchase is not supplied. • The unit has been returned without its serial number.
SPECIFICATIONS FCC INFORMATION • Dimensions: 1.6”H x 4.7”W x 4”L Note of Compliance • Weight: 7.5 oz. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. • Laser Wavelength: 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band) 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band ) 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband) • NOAA Frequencies: 162.400 MHz 162.425 MHz 162.450 MHz 162.475 MHz 162.500 MHz 162.525 MHz 162.
FCC INFORMATION ACCESSORIES However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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