User manual WHISTLER SRT35

[. . . ] OWNER'S MANUAL If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call: INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner, For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler products are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle more productive, more fulfilling, safer, or just simply more fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience. [. . . ] CAUTION: Some towns/small cities may still be using X band radar. City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser or VG-2. OPERATION Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 See VG-2 detection mode to turn this feature on. LASER/RADAR ALERTS Laser Audio / Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected, the display indicates a laser by scrolling the alert LED's from right to left or displaying an "L" on the display. The audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector after 6 hours if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed before the time has expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off. · Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. · Pressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds a second time engages Dark Mode. The display illumination is further reduced. 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. · Pressing and holding the power button a third time restores full illumination to the display. WARNING!!!Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY. 11 12 13 LASER/RADAR ALERTS Safety Warning System/Audio/Visual Alerts When your SRT 30R Whistler detector detects a safety radar signal, it provides a distinctive audio tone and illuminates the first LED and the last LED of the Signal Strength Indicator. The SRT 35R Seven Segment display shows an "S. " and a decimal point when a Safety radar signal is detected. Alert VG-2 ALERTS VG-2 Detection Mode 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. See page 21 for more information on VG-2. SRT 35R: Press and hold the quiet button. Unit beeps once for VG-2 on, twice for off. When a VG-2 signal is detected the VG-2 alert is sounded. After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled and the VG-2 indicator flashes at a slower rate. [. . . ] Units returned without dated store receipt will be handled as described in section "Service Out Of Warranty. " Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing a laser/radar receiver, there are no authorized service stations for Whistler brand detectors other than Whistler. When returning a unit for service under warranty, please follow these instructions: 1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested to: Whistler Repair Dept. 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turn around time. 20 21 22 WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. [. . . ]