Cobra Electronics IRAD900 RADAR DETECTOR WITH BLUETOOTH User Manual USERS MANUAL
Cobra Electronics Corporation RADAR DETECTOR WITH BLUETOOTH USERS MANUAL
USERS MANUAL
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Quick Start Guide
Printed in China Part No. 480-859-P Version A
Cobra iRadar® ATOM™ uses Bluetooth®
wireless technology to connect to your iOS or Android™
device. Through this connection, the Cobra iRadar app
displays radar/laser alerts, lets you customize detector
settings, and provides access to the iRadar Community.
Cobra iRadar is made for:
iPod touch (5th Generation)
iPod touch (4th Generation)
iPhone 5
iPhone 4S
iPhone 4
Android® smartphones running OS 2.1 or higher
Follow these simple steps to get your iRadar ATOM
up and running:
Mounting iRadar ATOM
iRadar ATOM should be mounted on the windshield or
dashboard of your vehicle. 3 mounting options are included:
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules: Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Modifications or parts not approved by Cobra Electronics
Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void authority to operate this
equipment.
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Suction Cup Mount –
This is the best option for
portability and moving the
detector from car to car. Make
sure to thoroughly clean the
suction cups and windshield mount-
ing area to insure a tight seal.
Dual Lock® Mount –
This mount is discreet and very
solid for a permanent mounting
location. Make sure the adhesive
side of the included Dual Lock is
securely fastened to the wind-
shield before adding the weight
of the detector to it.
Hook and Loop Fastener–
Included for dashboard
mounting.
Your detector should be
mounted so that it is oriented
parallel to the road.
The suction cup mount comes
standard bent at a 45° angle
and Dual Lock® at 30°. The
metal is designed to bend with-
out breaking. Adjust the angle
so when mounted the detector is
level with the road.
Note: Do not attempt to bend
the mount while the detector
is attached.
Suction Cup Mount
Dual Lock® Mount
Hook & Loop Fastener Incorrect Positions
Correct Position
Model iRAD 900
Dual Lock® is a registered trademark of 3M Corporation.
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Powering iRadar ATOM
Plug in your iRadar ATOM using the
included cigarette lighter adapter.
Note: the adapter includes a USB
port that can be used to charge your
smartphone or tablet using the manu-
facturer’s charging cable.
For more discreet installation, a
hardwire kit is available at
www.cobra.com, part number
RA-PSC B. This can be easily wired
into your fuse box so that iRadar
automatically turns on when your
car is running and does not require
professional installation.
Turn iRadar ATOM on/off by pressing
and holding the Power/Volume
switch on the side of the unit. The
LED on the front of the unit will
shine red.
RA-PSC B
Pairing/Connecting with iRadar ATOM
In order to pair iRadar ATOM to your smartphone, go to the
Bluetooth Settings Menu on your phone/tablet. For most
devices this is found by pressing; Settings u
Bluetooth.
Press Scan for Devices and/or wait for the Device list to
populate and then select iRadar.
Pairing can take up to 30 seconds. If you are prompted to
“Accept password to pair” press Confirm. When iRadar
is properly paired “Connected” will be shown on iOS
products and “Paired but not connected” will be shown
on Android products.
When iRadar is properly paired and connected to your
phone the LED on the front of the unit will shine blue.
For more information on pairing with Bluetooth devices
consult your phone’s owners manual.
If you are having trouble initializing or maintaining your
Bluetooth connection completely turn off your smart-
phone and detector device, wait 30 seconds, and then
turn them back on.
Now that you are paired with iRadar you’re ready to start
using the Cobra iRadar app.
Downloading the App
To download the app you must enter the
iTunes Store or Google Play and search for
“Cobra iRadar”. Follow the onscreen
instructions to download and install the
Cobra iRadar app.
Cobra iRadar App
The iRadar app is what separates Cobra
from any other detectors out there.
Make sure to check out the Tutorial for a
full explanation of app features. The Tuto-
rial automatically is displayed the first time
you launch the app and then subsequently
can be accessed from the Menu.
Information on specific settings and
explanations of radar bands can be
found by pressing the buttons in the
settings menus.
explanations of radar bands can be
found by pressing the buttons in the
iRadar Community
As you approach a specific Threat Area
you will hear a short beep and then the
app will indicate the Cobra’s assess-
ment of the reliability of the threat.
High-Threat Area means multiple
reports have confirmed a legitimate
threat in the area recently.
Medium or Low-Threat Area means
signals have been detected but have
either not been confirmed or have not
been reported lately.
Paying attention to threat areas will allow you to be warned
of potential threats before you enter radar detection range.
Community Radar/Laser alert sharing means that you have
an entire network of users working to keep you and your
wallet safe.
When you, or any other iRadar user, detects a radar or laser
signal the alert information is anonymously sent to Cobra’s
cloud servers. Within seconds, that information is processed
and displayed on your map as part of a Threat Area.
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