OWNER’S MANUAL 1785A LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 USA TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 www.whistlergroup.com CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Customer Service Tel (800) 531-0004 Email: 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 or visit www.whistlergroup.com Please keep the receipt in a safe place. If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies. Note: Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase. The warranty is validated only by a copy of the original store receipt.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Topic Page Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 5 Installation .............................................................................6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines • Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement • Compass Calibration Set-up Operation.............................................................................
WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES 6. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation. 7. 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 Mounting Guidelines • Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield. Unit must be level for compass to function properly. • 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 INSTALLATION 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. Compass Calibration Set-up The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the compass to provide accurate readings. To calibrate the unit, perform the following procedure: 1. Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle’s windshield in which it will be used.
OPERATION OPERATION Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional. • Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads: 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 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 Dim/Dark Mode Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. • Press and hold (Power) for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. Display reads: • Pressing and holding for 2 seconds a second time engages Dark Mode. Display reads: Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode, the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds after, then the display returns to the dimmer setting.
OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Compass Select, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the , or must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited.
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.
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES For best protection, keep these points in mind: • Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets, mounting your Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range. • Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through. If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detector won’t either. • The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same as a radar detector.
WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty The 1785A Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed improperly, if the housing has been removed, or if the serial number is missing. There are no express warranties covering this product other than those set forth in this warranty.
WARRANTY INFORMATION 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. • The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed. The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.).
ACCESSORIES ACCESSORY ORDER FORM The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004, or by mailing in the form on page 33.
