Whistler Radar Detector XTR 690SE User Manual

Model Features Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 4  
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 - 6  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
• Mounting Guidelines  
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Dear Whistler Owner,  
• Windshield Mounting  
• Power Connection and Fuse Replacement  
If you have questions concerning the operation of this  
Whistler product please call:  
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 17  
Power On, Self Test  
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Teach/Tutorial Mode  
• Setting Saver  
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Service  
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• Feature Engaged Confirmation  
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1-800-531-0004  
1-800-531-0004  
• Integrated Real Voice  
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• Audio Level Adjustment  
• Auto Quiet Mode  
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Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT  
690SE/695SE  
Total Band Protection™  
LASER-RADAR  
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• Quiet Mode  
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or visit our website  
• External Audio Jack (XTR-695SE only)  
• Backlit Buttons (XTR-695SE only)  
• City/City 1/ City 2 Mode  
• Highway Mode  
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Vehicle Battery Monitor  
• Low Profile Alert Periscopes  
• Compass Mode  
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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. Note:  
Your warranty period begins at the time of  
purchase. The warranty is validated only by the  
dated store receipt! Please record the serial number  
of the unit in the space provided in the warranty  
section of the manual.  
DETECTOR  
• Backlight Setting - Dim/Dark  
• 7 Color Multi-band Display (XTR-695 only)  
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode  
• Filter Mode  
• Option Select Mode - Stay Alert Feature  
• Safety Warning System  
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters  
3604 NW Frontage Rd. • Bentonville, AR 72712  
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927  
• Alert Priority  
• Compass Calibration Set-up  
• Reset Features  
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• Intellicord  
• Ka RSID  
• LSID  
Customer Return Center  
551 N. 13th St. • Rogers, AR 72756  
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your  
Whistler detector and to better understand the  
differences between detecting radar, laser, and  
safety radar signals, we recommend reading this  
entire manual or visiting our F.A.Q. page on our  
POPMode Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Laser/Radar Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004  
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts  
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www.whistlergroup.com  
One or more U.S. patents may apply:  
#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120,  
#5,990,821, #7,215,276  
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts  
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• Pulse Protection  
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Are Detectors Legal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
whistlergroup  
website www.  
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P/N 260023,  
©
2009 The Whistler Group, Inc.  
Enjoy your Whistler detector and please drive  
safely.  
Speed Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 - 23  
• POP Mode  
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• Laser Facts  
• Radar Facts  
• Other Speed Detection Systems  
• Radar Detector Detector  
Sincerely,  
The Whistler Group, Inc.  
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 - 26  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
 
INSTALLATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Important: Some newer cars have a plastic safety  
coating on the inside of the windshield. The  
windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on  
this type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has  
this type of windshield, check the vehicles owners  
manual or ask your dealer. We recommend that you  
do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window  
in direct sunlight. If the detector is removed, this  
may cause blistering of the dash in some  
vehicles.  
Audio Level Adjustment  
Power On, Self Test  
To change the audio level:  
• Move Power/Volume button back to increase  
audio level.  
• Move Power/Volume button forward to  
decrease audio level. As audio level is  
adjusted, beeps are provided and the display  
indicates volume level.  
To turn the unit ON or OFF, push the center of  
the Power/Volume button.  
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on,  
an automatic self-test sequence confirms that  
the speaker and visual displays are functional.  
• Display shows in order:  
1. WHISTLER 2. X-band 3. K-band 4. Ka-band  
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5. LASER NORM 6. SR OFF 7. VOICE ON  
Auto Quiet Mode  
8. POP ON 9. BSVR 3 10. FILTER 11. COMBO  
12. HIGHWAY  
Auto Quiet mode 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 mode does not affect laser alerts.  
• Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to  
engage Auto Quiet mode.  
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into  
place.  
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending  
the windshield bracket. Press the bracket release  
button and remove the detector before bending.  
Teach/Tutorial Mode  
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.  
• Press City and Quiet buttons simultaneously  
• Display Shows:  
Power Cord Connection  
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the  
units power jack.  
• Plug the large end into the vehicles cigarette  
lighter socket.  
• Press Dark button to exit.  
• Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you  
may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet.  
• Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to  
cancel Auto Quiet mode.  
Setting Saver  
Setting Saver saves your personalized settings  
so that when the detector is turned off and then  
on again, you do not have to re-enter them.  
Quiet Mode  
Note: Cord fits tightly into detector. When  
Quiet mode cancels audio during an alert and any  
new alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of no  
radar signal detected, the audio alerts are  
restored.  
installing the cord, expect some resistance.  
Feature Engaged Confirmation  
Each time a button is pressed, one beep confirms  
feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.  
Fuse Replacement  
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.  
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to  
restore the standard audio alert pattern.  
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The lighter socket plug is equipped with a  
replaceable 2 amp, 3AG fuse located behind the  
silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrew  
the tip of the plug.  
Integrated Real Voice  
When selected, Real Voice® will be used to  
articulate the following:  
1. Band Identification  
2. Safety Warning System messages  
3. Feature Selection  
External Audio Jack (XTR-695SE only)  
The 2.5mm external audio jack can be used to  
connect an external speaker or headphones in  
environments with high ambient noise levels. The  
internal speaker will be disconnected.  
Important: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a  
spring which may fly out when disassembling.  
Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on  
the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.  
Retighten occasionally.  
Note: In certain cases, the voice message does not  
replicate the text message.  
Backlit Buttons (XTR-695SE only)  
Function buttons are illuminated for ease of use.  
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OPERATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
City/City 1/City 2 Mode  
Low Profile Alert Periscopes  
Backlight Setting (continued)  
Whistlers Three Stage City Mode is designed to  
reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers,  
intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies  
with police radar. Generally, X band is used for these  
devices.  
• Press City button to cancel Highway Mode  
and engage City Mode.  
• Press City button again to enter City 1 Mode.  
• Press City button again to enter City 2 Mode.  
• Press City button a fourth time to cancel City 2  
Mode and returns the unit to Highway Mode.  
Backlight will turn on, if selected, while the unit alarms  
Whistlers Low Profile Alert Periscopes provide an added  
attention getting visual alert. The two extra LEDs flash on  
and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert.  
This alert can be programmed, through the Option Select  
Mode to: 1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3. turn LEDs  
off completely.  
and remain on for  
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seconds after the unit stops  
alarming. When any button is pressed, the backlight  
will illuminate at the dim setting and remain on for 3  
seconds afterwards. The backlight will also illuminate  
while in option mode.  
Dim/Dark Mode (XTR-690SE only)  
Compass Mode  
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.  
The unit is programmed from the factory in “Combo  
Mode”. COMBO mode means that the unit provides  
both compass headings as well as detects laser/radar  
signals. Through the “Option Select Mode”, either  
laser/radar or compass features can be turned off;  
RADAR equals detection of all police bands and laser;  
COMPASS equals no detection of police laser/radar.  
Press the Dark button to reduce illumination to a  
Dim setting.  
Pressthe Dark button a second time engages  
Dark Mode. The display illumination is further  
reduced.  
In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signals give  
an initial alarm of two beeps, and then remains  
quiet until the signal becomes very strong. When  
the signal strength increases, two additional beeps  
are provided. City 1 and City 2 Modes operate the  
same as Highway Mode, but in City 1 Mode, only the  
X band sensitivity is lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band  
is not detected.  
Dim or Dark Mode 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.  
Note: The unit must be calibrated to provide accurate  
compass headings. See Compass Calibration Set-up  
section on page 15.  
Press the Dark button a third time to restore full  
illumination to the display.  
Caution: Some towns/small cities may still be using X  
band radar. City Modes do not change the audio alert  
for laser.  
Backlight Setting (XTR-695SE only)  
7 Color Multi-band Display  
The backlighting can be programmed to be illuminated  
all the time, only when alarming, or various other  
combinations. The options are selectable by pressing the  
Dark button on the unit. The first condition is during  
normal operation and the second is when the unit alarms.  
(XTR-695SE only)  
The display can be set so that each Band alert can be  
a different color (i.e. K Band alerts in Blue, X Band  
alerts in Green, Ka Band alerts in Purple, etc,) or Scroll  
ALL colors while alarming. To make changes see  
Option Select Mode steps 17 thru 20 on page 13.  
Highway Mode  
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any  
time radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser signals  
are detected, and is recommended for open road  
driving.  
The options are:  
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode  
Normal  
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Alarm  
OFF  
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Note: In Combo Mode, an “H” or “ ” will be shown to  
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off  
the detector after 3 hours. The timer is reset if the  
detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed  
before the timer has expired. The detector will alert you  
with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off.  
During this warning, you can momentarily reset the timer  
by pressing any button. If the unit has automatically turned  
off, press any button to turn the unit back on. Refer to  
“Option Select Mode” for instructions for changing  
the battery saver mode options.  
indicate mode of operation.  
OFF  
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For more information on City and Highway modes, please visit  
our F.A.Q. page on our website: www.whistlergroup.com  
OFF  
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DIM  
DIM  
DIM  
BRT  
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BRT  
OFF  
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BRT  
BRT  
Vehicle Battery Monitor  
The vehicles battery voltage can be displayed  
by pressing and holding the Dark and Quiet  
buttons simulatneously. Pressing Dark and Quiet  
simultaneously again will exit the battery  
monitor.  
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OPERATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Filter Mode  
Stay Alert Feature  
Option Select Mode  
There are times when a radar detector in another  
vehicle, can unintentionally emit frequency  
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a drivers  
alertness. To engage (when the unit is not alarming) :  
Press the Menu button to enter Option Select Mode.  
When selecting options, the Dark or Quiet buttons must  
be pressed within 20 seconds or Option Select Mode will  
automatically exit. To enter:  
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which can cause your detector to falsely alarm.  
The Whistler Filter Mode options provide  
additional signal processing to minimize the  
occurrences of these false alarms. Filter mode  
provides normal processing. Filter 1 and Filter 2  
modes provide additional signal analysis before  
alarming.  
• Press and hold the City button for  
approximately 2 seconds. Release the button  
during or immediately after the alert is given.  
Display shows:  
Within 30-60 seconds, two beeps are sounded;  
to show alertness, the driver must press either the  
City, Menu, or Quiet buttons within 3-5 seconds. If a  
button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is  
repeated.  
Filter Mode is the factory default setting and  
should provide adequate filtering for most  
conditions. If you experience excessive alerts  
due to radar detectors in other vehicles, try Filter  
1, then Filter 2 modes. Filter Mode analysis  
occurs in Highway Mode and all City Modes. See  
Option Selection Mode to change the filter  
settings.  
If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds, an  
alarm sounds and the display shows:  
• Press the Dark button to exit the Stay Alert feature.  
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 feature may result in vehicle damage,  
personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A  
VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY.  
Ka Max Mode  
Ka Max Mode provides enhanced Ka sensitivity -  
increased protection. This mode can be selected  
with or without RSID. See Option Select Mode  
for changing Ka options.  
SWS  
Safety Warning System™  
In communities where transmitters are located,  
the Safety Warning Systemdisplays over 60  
text messages. When Safety Radar is detected  
the audio alert is geiger counter-like.  
Safety Warning System Text Message  
Example: Poor - Road - Surface.  
Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System™  
transmitters.  
Press the Power button to exit Option Select Mode.  
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OPERATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Whistler has two new exciting features that will assist  
the driving enthusiast to further identify threats from  
laser and Ka band radar guns.  
Alert Priority  
Reset Features  
When two or more signals are received at the  
same time, the alert priority is:  
1. Laser 2. Speed Radar 3. Safety Radar  
Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a  
laser signal is detected, the laser warning will  
override the X band alert.  
All user features can be reset to factory settings.  
•Unplug the Power Cord from the unit.  
•Press and hold the Power and Quiet buttons.  
•Plug the Power Cord into the unit.  
•Wait for 2 beeps.  
•Release the Power and Quiet buttons.  
Unit is now reset to the following features  
and settings.  
Ka RSID (Ka Radar Signal IDentifier)  
Identify the difference between the likelihood of a Ka  
threat vs. the likelihood of a Ka false from another  
source (possible radar detector). The Ka RSID  
feature will educate you to the common Ka speed  
radar guns by displaying the nominal police radar  
Compass Calibration Set-up  
The unit must be calibrated in order for the  
compass to provide accurate headings. To  
calibrate the unit, perform the following  
procedure:  
frequencies of 33.8GHz  
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34.0GHz  
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34.3GHz  
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34.7GHz / 35.5GHz. The Ka alerts that do not fall into  
the common Ka speed radar windows will be reported  
only as Ka.  
Default factory settings are:  
1. S1: (For Intellicord®) Power ON or OFF.  
2. S2: (For Intellicord®) Quiet feature.  
3. Combo Mode.  
Note: This product is not a frequency counter. The  
unit will categorize the received Ka signal and select  
the appropriate information. Treat every Ka alert with  
caution.  
1. Mount the unit level in the center of the  
vehicles windshield. Make sure there are no  
magnetic sources near the detector  
(i.e., speaker).  
4. HIGHWAY Mode.  
5. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.  
6. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.  
7. Safety Radar OFF.  
8. Vehicle Battery Saver ON/3hrs.  
9. Full Power Up sequence.  
10. Default TONE 3.  
LSID (Laser Signal IDentifier)  
Identify the Laser guns pulse rate or PPS (Pulses Per  
Second) that is transmitted by the speed laser gun.  
LSID may also be used to identify other forms of laser  
sources such as LACC (Laser Assisted Cruise Control)  
systems found in some high end vehicles.  
2. Select a large clear area (parking lot or field)  
without any power lines.  
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. Press the Menu button until display shows  
CAL MODE. Then press the Dark and Quiet buttons  
simultaneously. The display shows (scrolling):  
11. All Bands ON.  
If the Laser PPS information displayed is due to  
another source such as local airports or LACC, LSID  
allows you to Lock Out this rate from giving you the  
continuous audio alert during this and any new  
encounter of the same rate. To Lock Out a PPS, press  
the Quiet button during the Laser alert. This will  
place an * on the screen beside the PPS rate and  
Lock Out this signature ID. Any new encounter with  
the same Laser Signature ID will provide the display  
information and two quick beeps.  
12. Laser ON.  
13. POP ON.  
14. Voice ON.  
4. If calibration does not automatically finish, press  
the Dark and Quiet buttons simultaneously to  
complete calibration. The unit will beep twice and  
display shows, for example:  
15. LED Periscopes to BLNK.  
16. Filter Mode.  
Intellicord® Ready  
Using Whistlers optional Intellicord® Power Cable  
allows some models to control the detectors  
features such as Power On/Off, City Modes,  
Dim/Dark, and Quiet/Auto Quiet with a simple  
press of the button on the Power Cable. Two  
features can be controlled: one by a short press of  
the button, and the second by a long press of the  
button. Option Mode allows the user to program  
the feature assignments.  
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Note: In Combo Mode, an “ ” or “ ” will be  
shown to indicate mode of operation.  
Note: Common Laser PPS rates used in the USA are  
100 / 125 / 130 / 200 / 238 / 380Hz. Other Laser PPS  
rates used outside the USA include 600Hz.  
Important: If unit mounting is relocated in the  
vehicle, (i.e., visor to windshield mounting or  
dash mounting), or if the unit is moved to  
another vehicle, you must recalibrate the  
compass.  
Caution: Do not lock out a PPS rate if it is close to  
known speed laser guns.  
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POP MODE ALERTS  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered  
and designed to exacting quality standards to  
provide you with reliable, trouble-free operation.  
If your unit has been correctly installed following  
the guidelines in this manual, but is not  
operating optimally, please refer to the  
troubleshooting guide below.  
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 units exterior.  
POP Mode Alerts  
Because POPMode radar utilizes the same  
K or Ka band frequencies, POPMode Alerts will be  
displayed as regular radar alerts.  
LASER/RADAR ALERTS  
Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts  
When X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID and  
signal strength are displayed. The audio alert is  
continuous and has a geiger counter-like  
pattern. The faster the beep, the closer or  
stronger the radar source.  
PROBLEM: No display or audio.  
• Check fuse in plug; replace if necessary with a  
2 amp, 3AG type.  
• Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if  
necessary.  
• Make sure lighter socket is clean.  
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?  
In Most States YES.  
Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every state  
(except 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 Audio/Visual Alerts  
When a laser signal is detected, the audio alert is  
continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds.  
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits  
bumps.  
• Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and  
clean.  
• Check connections at both ends of the power  
cord. Substitute another cord to determine if  
the cord is defective. Return defective cord to  
the factory.  
• The Displays Shows:  
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)  
issued a regulation, effective January, 1994 which  
prohibits radar and laser detector use in vehicles  
over 10,000 lbs. Prior to the FHWA regulation,  
laws existed in New York restricting the use of radar  
detectors in trucks over 18,000 lbs. and in Illinois in  
trucks over 26,000 lbs.  
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Pulse Protection  
Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult to  
detect than conventional radar because it  
remains ‘off’ until activated to measure the speed  
of a targeted vehicle.  
PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud  
enough.  
• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.  
• Check audio level setting (see page 8 ).  
When a pulse type transmission is detected, your  
Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second  
audio warning and the display shows:  
FCC INFORMATION  
If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by  
information in this Troubleshooting Guide, please  
call Whistler Customer Service at 1-800-531-0004  
or visit our F.A.Q. page at  
www.whistlergroup.com/faq-detectors.asp,  
before returning your unit for service.  
FCC ID: HSXWH20  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:  
After the 3-second pulse alert, the standard alert  
pattern continues for as long as the signal is  
present.  
It is important to respond promptly to a pulse  
alert, since warning time may be minimal.  
(1) This device many not cause harmful interference,  
(2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Important: FCC requirements state that changes or  
modifications not expressly approved by Whistler could  
void the users authority to operate the equipment.  
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SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
POP™ Mode  
Laser Tips  
Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2,  
POPMode is a feature on some newer radar  
guns operating on K and Ka bands. When the gun  
is in POPMode and activated, a brief burst of  
energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmitted  
and the vehicles speed is quickly acquired. A  
detector without POPMode detection capability  
cannot respond to this brief transmission.  
If you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun can  
often determine your speed within a few  
seconds after you receive an alert. In this  
situation, there is generally no time to safely  
adjust your speed. However, if you are traveling  
near or behind the targeted vehicle and receive  
an alert, response time should be sufficient. Any  
laser alert, regardless of duration, requires  
immediate action.  
Spectre  
The Interceptor VG-2 or simply VG-2, is one type of  
microwave receiver used by Police to detect signals  
radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector.  
Because its purpose is to identify persons driving with  
radar detectors, these devices are known as a “radar  
detector detector” (RDD).  
An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to identify  
radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught in a state or  
country where detectors are illegal (see page 20), drivers  
risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine. In  
addition, instant-on radar is almost always used in  
combination with an RDD, leaving unsuspecting  
motorists vulnerable to receive two tickets; one potential  
for speeding, and the other for possession of a detector.  
Note: The newest tool Police have to detect radar  
detectors is called Spectre. Spectre can detect the  
majority of undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors  
on the market.  
Laser Facts  
Its well documented that many radar guns  
cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted  
vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles. In  
contrast, a laser gun can target a specific vehicle  
out of a line of traffic and determine its speed. The  
advantage of laser over radar in terms of  
target identification is the result of the laser guns  
narrow beam. A radar guns transmission can  
cover more than a four-lane highway at a distance  
of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser guns  
transmission which covers about 3 feet at the  
same distance. For best protection, keep these  
points in mind:  
Radar Facts  
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio  
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off  
objects and are picked up by the radar guns  
receiving section. When a radar beam reflects  
off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift  
occurs. The radar unit converts this shift into miles  
per hour to determine your vehicles speed.  
Currently, the FCC (Federal Communications  
Commission) permits operation of traffic radar  
guns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550 GHz), K Band  
(24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band (33.400 -  
36.000 GHz).  
It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector  
user to know and understand the laws in your area  
regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.  
• Because the vehicles license plate or  
headlights are the laser guns primary targets,  
mounting the 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  
can’t either.  
• The receiving range of your laser detector will  
not be the same as a radar detector. Laser guns  
are most often used at short range.  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Note: A radar detector will only alarm if an  
officer is transmitting on any one of the above  
radar bands.  
Consumer Warranty  
This Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warranted to  
the original purchaser for a period of three years 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, or if the housing and/or serial numbers have  
been removed. There are no express warranties covering  
this product other than those set forth in this  
warranty. All express or implied warranties for this product  
are limited to the above time. Whistler is not liable  
for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation  
of this product.  
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  
• P  
- A patrol car drives behind you and  
Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all current  
laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905  
+/- 10nm.  
matches your driving speed.  
• Vascar/Aircraft - The police measure the time it  
takes your vehicle to travel a known distance.  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial  
number. For reference, please write your units  
serial number in the following space:  
s/n______________.  
Service Under Warranty  
During the warranty period, defective units will  
be repaired without charge to the purchaser when  
returned with a dated store receipt to the address  
below. Units returned without a 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.  
Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.  
Important: To validate that your unit is within  
the warranty period, make sure you keep a  
copy of your dated store receipt. You may  
register your warranty online at  
warranty verification purposes, a copy of  
your dated store receipt must accompany any  
unit sent in for warranty work.  
When returning a unit for service, please follow  
these instructions:  
Service Out of Warranty  
Units will be repaired at “out of warranty”  
service rates when:  
1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a  
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with  
return receipt requested to:  
• The units original warranty has expired.  
• A dated store receipt is not supplied.  
• The unit has been returned without its serial  
number.  
Whistler Repair Dept.  
551 N. 13th St.  
Rogers, AR. 72756  
• The unit has been abused, modified,  
installed improperly, or had its housing  
removed.  
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.  
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!  
2. Include with your unit the following  
information, clearly printed:  
The minimum out of warranty service fee for  
your Whistler detector is $75.00 (U.S.). If you  
require out of warranty service, please return  
your unit as outlined in the section “Service  
Under Warranty” along with a certified check or  
money order for $75.00. Payment may also be  
made by MasterCard, VISA, or American  
Express; personal checks are not accepted.  
In the event repairs cannot be covered by the  
minimum $75.00 service fee, you will be  
contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist  
who will outline options available to you. If you  
elect not to have your unit repaired, it will be  
returned to you along with your certified check  
or money order.  
Your name and street address (for  
shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone  
number and an email address, if applicable.  
• A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,  
“Unit performs self-test but does not respond  
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to radar”).  
• A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of  
sale.  
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ACCESSORIES  
Important: When returning your unit for service,  
be certain to include a daytime telephone  
number and an email address (if applicable).  
These and other accessories can be  
ordered directly from Whistler by calling  
1-800-531-0004 or visiting our online store  
at www.whistlergroup.com  
Customer Service  
If you have questions concerning the operation of your  
Whistler detector, or require service during or after the  
warranty period, please call Customer Service at:  
Order #  
500501  
403774  
202152  
206552  
206553  
206880  
Descriiption  
Zipped Travel Case  
Intellicord®  
Price  
$ 9.95  
$27.95  
$ 9.95  
$14.95  
$15.95  
$ 9.95  
1-800-531-0004  
Representatives are available to answer your questions  
Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) or visit  
the F.A.Q.s at www.whistlergroup.com.  
Large Windshield Bracket Kit  
Straight Power Cord (5’)  
Coiled Power Cord (7’)  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Radar Frequencies:  
Hardwire Kit (10' )  
(for wiring to fuse box)  
10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)  
24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )  
33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)  
206666  
Modular* Cord Package  
(includes coiled and straight  
cords, and power adapter)  
$17.95  
202156  
402081  
206660  
Package of 4 Suction Cups  
Non Skid Dash Pad  
$ 2.95  
$ 6.95  
Operating Temperature Range:  
-10 C to +70 C (-41 F to +158 F)  
Straight Modular Cord &  
Socket Multiplier  
Power Requirements:  
$11.95  
$12.95  
Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal  
Vehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.  
206661  
Coiled Modular Cord &  
Socket Multiplier  
One or more U.S. patents may apply:  
#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120, #5,990,821  
#7,215,276  
POPMode is a trademark of MPH Industries, Inc.  
* Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug.  
Shipping and handling (per order) $5.00 . Prices  
are subject to change without notice.  
SWSis a trademark of Safety Warning  
System L.C.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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