User manual WHISTLER 1525

[. . . ] INTRODUCTION TM MODEL FEATURES 2 Whistler's ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: 8 1 2 3 4 5 LED Display 6 7 MODEL FEATURES 3 6. CITY Button - Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas. Speaker - Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band, instant-on (pulse) radar, safety radar and laser. [. . . ] Performance will be best if you position the detector with a level, through-the-windshield view of the road ahead. (Remember, your unit's "eyes" are at the end opposite from the LED's and controls. ) Here are some additional points to keep in mind. · Do not mount your detector behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can block radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect reception. ) · Some newer windshields have an InstaclearTM or ElectriclearTM type coating, which block radar and laser signals. Consult your dealer or the owner's manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating. · Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with the windshield. · To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your unit when not in use. 7 · Dimensions: 1. 25"H x 2. 7" W x 3. 9" L · Weight: 5. 5 ozs. · Laser Frequencies: 905± 50 nanometers (nm) · Radar Frequencies (1520/1525/1530): 10. 500 - 10. 550 GHz (X band) 24. 050 - 24. 250 GHz (K band) 33. 400 - 36. 000 GHz (Superwideband Ka) · Radar Frequencies (1505/1510/1515): 10. 500 - 10. 550 GHz (X band) 24. 050 -24. 250 GHz (K band) 33. 340 - 33. 880 GHz (Ka) 34. 110 - 34. 560 GHz (Ka) 34. 770 - 35. 220 GHz (Ka) 35. 450 - 35. 900 GHz (Ka) · Operating Temperature Range: -20°C to +80°C (-4°F to +176°F) · Power Requirements: Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 200 mA nominal Specifications are subject to change without notice. Whistler 16 Elizabeth Drive Chelmsford, MA 01824 Customer Service: P/N 202900 Whistler 1998 Patents Pending (800) 531-0004 Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar (X, K, Ka, Safety) or laser signals are detected, and is recommended for open road driving. Highway mode is automatically engaged after the unit is turned on and completes the self-test. VG-2 Detection Mode (1520/1525/1530 only) The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector, " is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. Because of your Whistler detector's superior sensitivity and low radiated signal level, you will be able to detect the VG-2 before the VG2 is able to detect you. Press the VG-2 button once to engage, and the VG-2 LED illuminates. Pressing a second time cancels VG-2 detection mode and the VG-2 LED is extinguished. Radar Audio And Visual Alerts When your Whistler detector encounters traffic radar, it provides a distinctive audio tone for the specific radar band detected: X, K, or Ka. At the same time, LEDs illuminate sequentially from left to right. The green and amber LEDs are cancelled during an alert. The audio alerts are continuous, but have a Geiger counter-like pattern to help you determine your distance from the radar source; the faster the beeping, the closer you are to the transmitting source. Model 1520/1525/1530 X K P Alert VG-2 C Ka The first and last LED in the Signal Strength display flash to indicate detection of a Safety radar signal. Model 1505/1510/1515 P Alert C The first and last LED in the Signal Strength display flash to indicate detection of a Safety radar signal. Printed on recycled paper. INSTALLATION 13 Dash Mounting Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes. Separate the Velcro® fastener strips. · Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through. [. . . ] All express or implied warranties for this product are limited to one year. Whistler is not liable for damages of any type arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product. Service Under Warranty During the warranty period, defective units will be repaired or replaced (with the same or a comparable model), at Whistler's option, without charge to the purchaser when returned prepaid, with dated proof of purchase to the address on pg. Units returned without dated proof of purchase will be handled as described in the section "Service Out Of Warranty. " Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing a radar/laser receiver, there are no authorized service stations for Whistler brand detectors other than the factory. WARRANTY INFORMATION 23 When returning a unit for service under warranty, please follow these instructions: 1. [. . . ]