Cobra Electronics ESD9201 Radar Detector User Manual manual
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9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 1 How to Use Your Cobra ESD Radar/Laser Detector Contents Introduction..................................................................A1 Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators................................................A2 Our Thanks to You......................................................A3 Customer Support ...................................................A3 Features .............................................................................1 Installation.......................................................................2 Quick Start .......................................................................5 LED Displays..................................................................6 Operation..........................................................................9 Turning On....................................................................9 Dim Button.................................................................10 Highway/City Mode.................................................11 Muting Mode.............................................................12 Voice/Tone Settings.................................................13 Memory Set................................................................13 Aux. Audio Jack .........................................................13 Detection........................................................................14 Band Detection.........................................................14 Audible Alarm Indicator.........................................14 Radar.............................................................................15 VG-2 Undetectable..................................................15 VG-2 Audio Alert/Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ ........16 Laser Detection.........................................................16 Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts.........................................17 Facts About Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™........18 Radar Frequencies....................................................19 Facts About Lidar (Laser).......................................20 Maintenance.................................................................20 Specifications...............................................................21 Limited One Year Warranty ...................................22 Optional Accessories ................................................23 Order Form....................................................................24 If You Think You Need Service.............Back Cover Features of This Product • Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System • Strobe Alert™ • Voice Alert • Separate Visual and Audio Alarms • Laser Eye 360˚ Detection • VG-2 Undetectable • Auto and Manual Muting • 3 Level Dim Button • Audio Jack • Superior Audio Volume • Adjustable Windshield Mounting Bracket 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 2 Installation Location Installation Location Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra ESD-9200 is very important for optimum performance. Both radar and laser transmissions pass through glass but not through other objects. For this reason the Cobra ESD-9200 lenses must not be blocked. The Laser Eye should have a view of the rear window to take advantage of its 360˚ detection capability. It is best to locate your detector as low on the front windshield as possible. Windshield Mounting Windshield Mounting Attach cups to bracket. Attach bracket to windshield. Attach detector to bracket. Bend bracket for correct detection angle (if needed). Do not use the ESD-9200 to bend bracket. Plug power cord into detector. Plug power cord into cigarette lighter. Examples of metal in the windshield area that can block or weaken incoming radar/laser signals: 1.Windshield wiper blades. 2. Mirrored sun screens. 3. Regular tinted glass does not affect radar reception,although the darker tint at the top of the tinted windshield prevents laser light from penetrating. 4. Heated windshields, currently available as an option for some Ford® (Instaclear) and GM® (Electriclear vehicles act as an impenetrable barrier to radar signals). If in doubt, check with your dealer to see if this applies to your vehicle. 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 4 Installation Quick Start Dash Mounting Dash Mounting Turn On and Adjust Volume Turn On and Adjust Volume Note Peel protective paper off one side of hook and loop material. Place on dash. Peel top paper off. Place detector on hook and loop pad. Plug power cord into detector. Plug power cord into cigarette lighter. Note It will be easy for you t o remove and reinstall your Cobra ESD-9200 detector at any time using this hook and loop material on the dashboard. Remember: Without the means to adjust the angle of the detector (when mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra ESD-9200 has a level,clear view of the road before you attach the hook and loop material. For your convenience Display Dim, City/Highway, and Muting mode settings are retained in memor y even when the power is unplugged. Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to left (away from you). An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on. PWR LED on front of unit is illuminated. 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 6 Quick Start Quick Start Set Display Brightness Set Display Brightness Select from three levels of LED brightness for your Cobra ESD-9200 display: Normal, Dim and Dark. The ESD-9200’s state-of-the-art LEDs present clear alerts even in sunlight. Set Highway/City Mode Set Highway/ City Mode City For urban driving–reduces number of X-Band audible alerts. LED Displays Note A three position Dim mode is provided for dusk or night driving (please see Dim Button,page 14 for details). Press and release Dim button to select normal setting. Press and release Dim button twice to select Dim setting. Press and release Dim button a third time to select Dark setting. Press and release CITY button. CITY LED will illumina te orange while in City mode Highway For all other driving. 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 8 Quick Start Operation Set Muting Mode Set Muting Mode Turning On Your ESD-9200 Turning On Your ESD-9200 Auto Muting Automatically reduces volume of alert in progress after 3 seconds. Manual Muting Press and release MUTE button to reduce volume of alert in progress. Plug power cord into detector. Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to the left (away from you). An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on and the PWR LED on the front of the unit will illuminate orange. Plug power cord into cigarette lighter. ON mode To Switch Between Modes Press and release MUTE Button when no signal is being received. One “beep” = Mute Two “beep” = Auto Mute 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 10 Operation Dim Button Operation Dim Button Highway/City Mode You may select from three levels of brightness for your Cobra ESD-9200 display: Normal, Dim, and Dark. The Highway/City function is controlled by a 2-step button.The Highway mode is automatically engaged when the unit is powered up. In the City mode, false radar alerts will be reduced. To engage City Mode: Note Normal = “Beep-Beep” Dim = “Beep” Dark = “Beep” Press and release DIM button to reduce the LED display brightness to Dim.A single beep confirms dim led brightness. Note The ESD-9200 will retain the chosen mode while OFF. 10 Press and release DIM button again to turn LED display off. A single beep confirms no LED display. The power LED will stay on dim. Press and release DIM button a third time to return led display to Normal.A double beep confirms normal LED brightness. Press and release CITY button and the LED on the front of the unit will illuminate red. A single beep confirms City mode. The X LED will be visible showing you are receiving a signal. CITY LED will illuminate orange while in CITY mode. To reactivate the Highway Mode: 1 Press and release CITY button again. A double beep confirms Highway Mode. Highway/City Mode Note Use City Mode in or near cities where there are many sources of false radar signals such as microwave relay towers and automatic door openers.This will filter out weak signals. Note City =“Beep” Highway =“Beep-Beep” Note The unit will announce “Highway” or “City” in Voice Mode. Note The ESD-9200 will retain the chosen mode while OFF. 11 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 12 Operation Muting Mode Operation Voice/Tone Settings Muting Mode Tone Alarm And Voice Alert The ESD-9200 offers two Mute Modes; Auto and Manual. To switch between these modes: Note Auto Mode Mute=“Beep” OR Auto Mute=“Beep-Beep” Note In either mode the next alarm will begin with normal volume.The ESD-9200 wil retain the chosen mode while OFF. Press and release MUTE button when no sig nal is being received. In Auto mode, the alarm will be reduced in volume after three seconds. Press and hold MUTE button for two seconds to change between Voice and Tone Alarms. Memory Set Memory Set Your Cobra ESD-9200 features an automatic, internal electronic memory system. It will automatically “remember” your settings when the unit is turned “OFF”or removed from the power source. Manual Mode Auxiliary Audio Jack 12 Press and release volume. MUTE button to reduce Use to connect an external speaker to your Cobra ESD-9200 in environments with high ambient noise levels. The internal speaker will be disconnected. The audio output will be voice or tone depending on your selection. Auxiliary Audio Jack 13 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 14 Detection Begin Band Detection Detection Band Detection Radar This detector is designed to detect X, K, Superwide Ka Band Radar, Laser (including LTI 2 0 - 2 0 * ,U l t ra Lyte* and ProLaser* technologies), VG-2, Safety Alert and Strobe Alert* signals. The display will show the band (X,K/Ka). The signal strength will first be indicated by the band being illuminated, then the band plus , finally the band plus and will be illuminated. At the same time the frequency of the beeps will increase. *360˚ Detection Radar Audible Alarm Audible Alarm Speaker A different alert tone will sound for X, K, Ka,Laser Speaker and (plus a distinctly different tone for each of the three Voice Alert laser signals: LTI 20-20, Ultra Lyte and ProLaser), VG-2, and Safety and Strobe Alert signals. Voice Alert Instant-On Detection The ESD-9200 will also announce the reception of these signals with the statement,”Be careful...X Alert, K Alert, Ka Alert, Laser Alert,VG-2 Alert, Emergency Vehicle Approaching, Road Hazard Ahead,Train Approaching and Emergency Vehicle Approaching.” The Cobra ESD-9200 is also designed to detect Instant-on speed monitoring signals. Immediate action is required when warning is given. VG-2 Alert VG-2 Undetectable The Cobra ESD-9200 is undetectable by police VG-2 detection devices. It will alert you when one is in use near your vehicle. During this time, the unit is still on full alert and able to detect other signals. Note The display does not indicate signal strength. The VG-2 LED on the front of the unit will illuminate yellow. 14 15 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 16 Detection VG-2 Audio Alert Operation Detection VG-2 Audio Alert To turn the VG-2 Audio Alert “OFF”, Press and hold the DIM button for 2 seconds. The radar detecOperation of the VG-2 Audio tor will beep once and the VG-2 LED will blink Alert may be selected by the once indicating the VG-2 Audio Alert has been disuser.The initial factory setting abled. of the VG-2 Audio Alert in the To turn the VG-2 Audio Alert “ON” , Press and hold “ON” position. the DIM button for 2 seconds. The radar detector will beep twice and the VG-2 LED will blink twice indicating the VG-2 Audio Alert has been activated. Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System Safety Alert® and Strobe Alert™ Traffic Warning Indicator “W” is illuminated. System and Strobe Alert™ Laser Detection Laser Eye 360˚ Detection Indicator “L” is illuminated. with 360˚ Laser Eye Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts Type of Audible Signal Interpretation and Response Your COBRA ESD-9200 starts to signal slowly, then increases in rate very rapidly. Most likely police radar. FULL ALERT. Your COBRA ESD-9200 signals just once. Most likely a false sour ce, or could be pulsed radar. Exercise Caution. Very fast signal rate instantly. Radar or VG-2 close by has been suddenly switched on. FULL ALERT. Slow signal rate as you approach hill or bridge. Sharp increase in signal rate as you reach hill or bridge . Most likely police radar on other side of hill or bridge. FULL ALERT. Short-term, weak signaling; series of such signals. Most likely a false radar sour ce. Exercise Caution. Laser will trigger 3 distinct audible signals;one each for LTI 20-20,Ultra Lyte and ProLaser. Use Full Caution.There are no false laser signals. Safety Alert and Strobe Alert ha ve their own unique “European Emergency” signal. An emergency vehicle is approaching, you are in the vicinity of a railroad crossing, or you are approaching a road hazard (construction sit e, accident scene, etc.). Radar/VG-2/ Laser Alerts Note The display does not indicate signal strength. Laser will trigger 3 distinct audible signals; one each for LTI 20-20,Ultra Lyte and ProLaser. 16 17 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 18 Detection Detection Facts About the Safety Alert® Traffic Facts About Warning System Safety Alert® Traffic Warning FCC-approved Safety Alert Transmitters emit microwave radar signals to indicate the presence of a System safety-related concern. Depending on the frequency of Note Strobe Alert™ is available in over 1,000 cities and works with Tomar and Opticom systems. Call your local Fire/Police department for your area coverage or area in which you will be traveling. these signals, as set on the transmitter, the outgoing signal can indicate whether the transmitter is on a speeding emergency vehicle or train,or at a stationary road hazard location. These microwave signals are located in the K-band and as a result, any radar detector which detects K-band radar will detect these Safety signals as standard K-band radar alerts . However, unlike a standard radar detector, your Cobra ESD-9000 is designed to differentiate between a standard K-band alert and a Safety Alert warning. Safety technology is relatively new so the number of transmitters in operation is still growing. You may not receive Safety Alert on a daily basis and should not be surprised to encounter some emergency vehicles, road hazards or trains not yet equipped with these transmitters, therefore failing to provide a signal. As Safety Transmitters become more prevalent (the number of operating transmitters is growing every day),these Safety Alerts will become more common. The Safety Alert Transmitter is in use in all 50 states in limited quantities. Radar Frequencies Radar Frequencies There are now three frequencies that have been approved by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) for use in speed monitoring equipment. They are: X Band (10.525 GHz),K Band (24.150 GHz) Ka Band (33.400-36.000 GHz) Your Cobra ESD-9200 can detect signals in all three radar bands including photo radar and STALKER radar which use the Ka band, and Cobra’s Safety Alert signals on the K band. Facts About LIDAR (Laser) Facts About LIDAR (Laser) What is LIDAR? LIDAR stands for Light Detection And Ranging. While everyone refers to it as LASER the correct name is LIDAR. LIDARs must have a clear line of sight to target a vehicle during the entire measurement interval. Intervening objects such as signposts, utility poles, tree branches, etc.,will prevent a valid speed reading. How does LIDAR work? LIDAR operates a lot like RADAR.Like RADAR,it spreads out. Not as quickly, but it does spread, as shown on the diagram below. Facts About Strobe Alert™ Alerts motorists to over 50,000 emergency vehicles equipped with strobe transmitters that activate red lights at traffic intersections in emergency high speed situations. 18 19 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 20 Detection Facts About LIDAR (Laser) Maintenance MicroTalk Specifications Does weather have any effect on LIDAR? Yes, rain,snow, smoke, fog, and airborne dust particles will all reduce the effective range, and if sufficiently dense, may prevent its operation. Can LIDAR operate through glass? No, LIDAR guns cannot obtain readings through any glass. But the laser pulse can be received through glass to easily and quickly trigger a laser detector's alarm. Can LIDAR operate while moving? No, since LIDAR is line of sight, an officer cannot drive, aim,and shoot while driving. Is a LIDAR DETECTOR legal to use? Yes, it is legal in all 50 states. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications A.FREQUENCIES 1. X BAND 10.525 GHz ± 50 MHz 2. K BAND 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz 3. Ka BAND 33.4 - 36.0 GHz 4. VG-2 11.4 GHz - 11.7 GHz 5. Safety Alert 24.07,24.11,24.19 GHz 6. LTI 20-20 Laser 300 THz - 375 THz 7. Strobe Alert 300 THz - 770 THz 8. Ultra Lyte 300 THz - 375 THz 9. ProLaser 300 THz - 375 THz Maintenance Your COBRA ESD-9200 RADAR/LASER DETECTOR will give you years of trouble-free service with minimum maintenance. Replacing Power Cord Fuse Unscrew cap of cigarette lighter adapter and remove fuse. Replace with 1-ampere fuse only. Troubleshooting If your COBRA LASER DETECTOR ESD-9200 isn’t operating, we suggest you make the following checks: 1. Is the power cord properly connected? 2. Is the fuse OK? 3. Is the cigarette lighter socket clean and free from corrosion? 20 B. UNIT DIMENSIONS 3-3/16”W x 1-1/4”H x 5”D 21 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 22 Limited One Year Warranty Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 www.cobraelec.com COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA 9 Band Radar/Laser Detec tors, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in wor kmanship and materials for period of one (1) year from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. COBRA will,without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 9 Band Radar/Laser Detec tors, products or component parts upon delivery to the COBRA factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt. You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply; 1) to any product damaged by accident;2) in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs;3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed;4) if the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty. COBRA shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages;including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the e xclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. 22 Optional Accessories Straight 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse 420-080-N-001 $10.00 Windshield Mounting Bracket Includes suction cups 545-139-N-001 $7.00 Curled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse 420-080-N-002 $10.00 You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra Dealer If you wish, you can order directly from Cobra. Order by phone Call 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-8 p.m. M-F CST. ) Order by mail or fax Please fill out order form on next page, and mail/fax directly to Cobra. 23 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 24 Accessory Order Form Item # Description Cost Ea. Qty. 420-080-N-001 420-080-N-002 545-139-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord Curled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket $10.00 $10.00 $7.00 Prices subject to change without notice. Tax Table Illinois residents add 7% Cook Co. residents add .75% (7.75% total) Chicago residents add 1% (8.75% total) Indiana residents add 5% Michigan residents add 4 % Minnesota residents add 6% Ohio residents add 6% Wisconsin residents add 5% For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to: 1.773.622.2269 or call 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 am - 8:00 pm,M-F, CST. Subtotal (Tax if applicable) Shipping/handling $4.00 Total The Cobra line of quality products also includes: • CB Radios • MicroTalk™ Radios • Accessories Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to: Cobra Electronics 6500 West Cortland St. Chicago, IL 60707 Attn:Accessories Dept. Please print clearly Name Address (No P.O. Box) City State Zip Telephone ( Credit Card No. Exp. Date Customer Signature Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery. Offer valid in Continental U.S.only. 24 Amount • SafetyAlert™ Traffic Warning Systems Nothing comes close to a Cobra™ 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 26 Introduction MicroTalk © 1999 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707 www.cobraelec.com If You Think You Need Service For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products. (773) 889-3087 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, Monday through Friday, CST. Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at www.cobraelec.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobraelec.com Introduction and Strobe Alert™ Operating Instructions for your Cobra 9 Band Extra Sensory Detection Radar/Laser Detector Model ESD-9200 If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087 “If your product should require factory service please call Cobra first before sending your unit in. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.” You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to have the product serviced and returned. 1. For Warranty Repair include some form of pr oof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon or a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it cannot be returned. 2. Send the entire product. 3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit.Include a typed or clearly print name and address of where the unit is to be returned. 4. Pack unit securely to pr event damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material. 5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707. 6. If the unit is in war ranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 4 weeks before contacting us for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please call 1.773.889.3087 for assistance. Use of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that the motorist and any passenger will not be involved in a traffic accident. It is only intended to alert the motorist that an emergency or service vehicle equipped with a CODE 3,Strobe (Opticom* or Tomar Preemption System) or Cobra Safety Alert Transmitter is in the area as defined by the range of the product. Please call your local Fire/Police department to verify if coverage exists in your area.Motorists are expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to observe and follow all applicable traffic laws. Operators of emergency or service vehicles are also expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to observe and follow all applicable traffic laws. *Opticom is a registered trademark of 3M Corporation 1. 2. Congratulations! You have just purchased the most sophisticated RADAR/LASER DETECTOR available today. This booklet contains instructions and information designed so that you will be able to understand how the Cobra ESD™-9200 works and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used. Enjoy your Cobra ESD-9200 Radar/Laser Detector and drive safely. Federal Law Governing Use of Radar Detectors It is not against Federal Law to receive radar transmissions on your COBRA Radar Detector. The Communications Act of 1934 guarantees your right to receive radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene the Communications Act of 1934,while illegal,may be enforced by your local law enforcement officials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by Federal Court action. WARNING: Before leaving your car, make sure that you conceal your radar detector. This will reduce the possibility of break-in and theft of your unit. Included with your ESD-9200 3. 1. Windshield Bracket 2. Hook and Loop Material 3. Power Cord © 1999 Cobra Electronics Corp. Printed in Thailand Part No. 480-298-P-001 Nothing comes close to a Cobra™ A1 9200.MANUAL 4/3/00 3:03 PM Page 29 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You 1. On/Off Volume Control Thank you for purchasing the Cobra ESD-9200 Radar/Laser Detector. Properly used, this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service. 2. Mute Button 3. Dim Button 4. Audio Alerts Speaker 5. Highway/City Button Customer Support 6. Band Indicators 7. Laser Eye 11 8. Signal Strength LEDs 9. Windshield Bracket Mount 10. 12V DC Power Jack 11. Audio Jack Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If, after referring to the manual, you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087. Cobra Customer Service Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 8:00 pm CST at: 773.889.3087 Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day,seven days a week. E-mail questions to: productinfo@cobraelec.com Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelec.com 10 A2 A3
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