Cobra Electronics SSR50 RADAR DETECTOR User Manual 7000 Body

Cobra Electronics Corporation RADAR DETECTOR 7000 Body

Users Manual

Important Information And Customer Assistance IntroductionA1 EnglishImportant Information •Federal Laws Governing The Use Of Radar Detectors It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra radar/laser detector. The Communications Act of 1934 guarantees your right to receive radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene this Act, while illegal, may be enforced by your local law enforcement officials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action.Safety AlertUse of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists orpassengers will not be involved in traffic accidents. It is only intended to alert the motorist that an emergency vehicle equipped with a Cobra Safety Alert transmitter is within range as defined by that product. Please call local fire and police departments to learn if coverage exists in your area.Safe Driving Motorists, as well as operators of emergency or service vehicles, are expected toexercise all due caution while using this product, and to obey all applicable traffic laws.Security Of Your Vehicle Before leaving your vehicle, always remember to conceal your radar detector in order to reduce the possibility of break-in and theft.Customer Assistance •Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features,please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading thismanual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:For Assistance in the U.S.A. Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central TimeMon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently AskedQuestions). English and Spanish. product info@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Contact Your Local DealerSSR 509 BAND®SUPER-SENSITIVE RADAR/LASER DETECTORNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishOperating Instructions Printed in China Part No. 480-720-PVersion AFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.com©2011 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comCBRadiosmicroTALK®RadiosRadar/LaserDetectorsSafetyAlert®TrafficWarningSystemsTruck-SpecificNavigationSystemsHighGear®AccessoriesCobraMarineVHFRadiosPowerInvertersLEDLightsJumpstartersAccessoriesThe Cobra line of quality products includes: Customer AssistanceSSR50_MANL_CVR:7000-Cover 7/12/11 9:19 AM Page 1
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®17Display And Product Features IntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®A3Controls, IndicatorsAnd Connections IntroductionA2 EnglishDetection And Separate Alerts For: Radar signals (X, K and Ka bands, with signal strength indicated), Laser and VG-2 signalsLaserEye For 360° detection of laser signalsInstant-On Ready Detects radar guns with “instant-on”(very fast) speed monitoring capabilitiesTone Alerts With adjustable volumeUltraBright Data Display Is easy to readCity Or Highway Modes to reduce false alertsSafety Alert Traffic warning system distinguishesimportant safety alerts from other K band signalsManual Mute A mute function of audio alertsMounting Mounts easily on windshield or dashboardProduct Features •Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a 9 Bandradar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticatedfeatures and capabilities your new unit includes:Controls, Indicators And Connections •Display •This booklet describes the simple steps for mounting and setting up your detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive.12V DCPower JackOn-Off/ VolumeControlAllows you to adjust thevolume of the tone alerts.City Button For City or Highwaymodes to reducefalse alerts.Mute ButtonFor manual mute of audio alerts. WindshieldBracket MountRadar IndicatorsPower Laser/CityIndicator WARNINGModifications or parts substitutions not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment. Customer Assistance Accessories Order InfoOrdering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For Credit Card OrdersCall 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time,Monday through Friday.Make Check or Money Order Payable ToCobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.To Order OnlinePlease visit our website: www.cobra.comItem # Description420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord545-159-N-001 Windshield Mounting BracketCLP-2B Dual Port Power AdapterP X/K Ka L/CSSR50_MANL_CVR:7000-Cover 7/12/11 9:19 AM Page A2
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®1Table Of Contents Introduction IntroductionImportant Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Controls, Indicators And Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Your DetectorInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Highway/City Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Muting An Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Signals Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Audio Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Visual Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Instant-On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Responding To Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Understanding Radar And Laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14WarrantyLimited 1-Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Customer AssistanceProduct Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Trademark Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Accessories Order Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 SSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 1
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®Installation Your Detector3Installation Your Detector2EnglishInstallation •Where To Mount Your UnitYou will get optimum performance from your detector if you Mount it at apoint approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on thefront windshield without obstructing the unit’s view of the road either to the front or rear. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard. The unit’s lens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear viewout the back window to allow 360° detection.Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materialsand objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include: ■Windshield wiper blades■Mirrored sun screens■Dark tinting at the top of the windshield■Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles (Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM.) Consult your dealer to see if you have this option.1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket.2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean.3. Push the bracket firmlyonto the windshield.4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check the angle of the unit.5. To adjust the angle ifnecessary, gently push orpull on the bracket to bendit. DO NOT use the detectorto bend the bracket.6. Plug the power cord into the detector.7. Plug the cigarette lighteradapter on the power cord into your vehicle’scigarette lighter.Windshield MountingThe LaserEye Should Have A Clear ViewWindshield Mounting Dashboard MountingSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 2
On-Off/Volume ControlRotate clockwise (away from you)To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio VolumeRotate the On-Off/Volume control clockwise (away from you).Tone Visual DisplayThree (3) beeps The power indicator icon“P”will light up in the displayindicating that the power isOn.Getting StartedGetting Started • Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®5Installation Your Detector4English1. Place the detector on the dashboard to find a location where the unit has a clear, level view of the road. The angle can NOT be adjusted after mounting.2. Remove the paper backingfrom one (1) side of thehook-and-loop fastener.3. Attach the pad to thedashboard at your chosenlocation and remove the other paper backing.4. Attach the detector to thehook-and-loop fastener. You can remove andreattach the unit as often as you like.6. Plug the power cord into the detector.7. Plug the cigarette lighteradapter on the power cord into your vehicle’scigarette lighter.Dashboard MountingPower OnNOTEIn some vehicles, power is supplied to the cigarette lighter even while the ignition is Off. If this is the case with your vehicle, you should turn Off or unplug your detector whenparking for lengthy periods. P X/K Ka L/CSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 4
Settings Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®7Settings Your Detector6EnglishSettings •When changing the Settings on your detector, please keep in mind:■Each time the unit is turned On the factory settings of Highwayand Auto Mute-On will be set. They can be changed while the unit is in use as described in the following sections.Highway/City ModeSetting your detector to City mode delays all X band audio alerts at lowersignal strength levels. (A single beep will sound when the signal is firstdetected.) This will reduce false alerts while you are driving in, or near, urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers. To change settings, follow the procedure listed below, which indicates what you will see and hear as you complete each step. The factory setting is Highway mode.City ButtonPress and releaseCity ModeHighway ModeTo Change From Highway Mode To City ModeTouch the City area. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beepL/Cappears in the displayTo Change From City Mode Back To Highway ModeTouch the City areaagain.Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beepsL/Cdisappears from the display.Muting An AlertYour detector allows you to quickly turn Off an audio Alert by momentarilypressing the Mute button. If you press the Mute button a second time during the Alert, the audio Alert will be turned back On.Mute ButtonTouch and releaseP X/K Ka L/CP X/K Ka L/CSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 6
Detection Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®9Detection •Signals DetectedThe tables on the following pages show you the types of Signals your detector will detect, as well as the visual alerts it provides for each of them.Audio AlertsA distinctly different Alert tone is used for each type of signal detected(including separate tones for each laser signal). For X, K and Ka band radar signals, the tones will repeat faster as you approach the signal source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you useful information about the signal detected. (See responding to alerts on page 11.)Visual DisplayAn indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the UltraBright data Display.Detection Your Detector8EnglishX Signal Detected Ka Signal DetectedK Signal DetectedRadar Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayX Band Radar X/K FlashesK Band Radar X/K FlashesKa Band Radar Ka FlashesLaser Signal DetectedLaser Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayLTI 20-20* L/C FlashesLTI Ultra-Lyte* L/C FlashesKustom Signals ProLaser* L/C FlashesKustom Signals ProLaser III* L/C Flashes* Your detector provides 360° detection of these signals.P X/K Ka L/C P X/K Ka L/CP X/K Ka L/CP X/K Ka L/CSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 8
Detection Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®11Detection Your Detector10 EnglishSafety Alert Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayEmergency Vehicles X/K & Ka Flash SimultaneouslyRoad Hazards X/K & Ka Flash SimultaneouslyTrains X/K & Ka Flash SimultaneouslyVG-2 Alert Signal And Visual DisplayType of Signal Visual DisplayInterceptor VG-2 X/K & Ka Flash SimultaneouslyDescription Interpretation RecommendedResponseTone repeats slowly atfirst, then speeds uprapidly.Probably police radar FULL ALERTTone sounds one (1) time only.Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radaror VG-2 nearbyExercise cautionTone instantly begins repeating rapidly.Radar or VG-2 nearby has been activatedsuddenlyFULL ALERTTone repeats slowly as youapproach a hill or bridge,then speeds up sharply asyou reach it.Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridgeFULL ALERTTone repeats slowly for a short period.Probably a false alarm Exercise cautionAny type of laser alert. Laser alerts are never false alarmsFULL ALERTAny Safety Alert. You are nearing anemergency vehicle,railroad crossing, or road hazard(construction, accident, etc.)Exercise cautionInstant-On DetectionYour detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals,which can suddenly appear at full strength.NOTEYou should take appropriate action immediately whenever an instant-on alert is given.Responding To Alerts VG-2 Alert Signal DetectedSafety Alert Signal DetectedPX/K Ka L/CPX/K Ka L/CSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 10
Understanding Radar And Laser Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®13Understanding Radar And Laser •Radar Speed Monitoring SystemsThree (3) band frequencies have been approved by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment: X band 10.525 GHzK band 24.150 GHzKa band 33.400 – 36.00 GHzYour detector detects signals in all three (3) radar bands.VG-2VG-2 is a “detector detector” that works by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be detected by VG-2, but does detect VG-2 signals and will alert you when a device is in use near your vehicle.Safety Alert®Traffic Warning SystemFCC-approved Safety Alert transmitters emit microwave radar signals thatindicate the presence of a safety-related concern. Depending on the frequencyof the signal emitted, it can indicate a speeding emergency vehicle or train, or a stationary road hazard. Because these microwave signals are within the K band frequency, mostconventional radar detectors will detect Safety Alert signals as standard K band radar. Your detector, however, is designed to differentiate betweenstandard K band and Safety Alert signals, and give separate alerts for each.Safety Alert technology is relatively new. Safety Alert transmitters can be found in limited numbers in all 50 states, but the number is growing.Depending on your location, you may not receive these alerts regularly and may often encounter emergency vehicles, trains and road hazards without being alerted. As the number of transmitters increases, these alerts will become more common. When you receive such an alert, please watch for emergency vehicles ahead of you, on cross streets and behind you. If you see an emergency vehicleapproaching, please pull over to the right side of the road and allow it to pass.Understanding Radar And Laser Your Detector12 EnglishLIDAR (Laser)The correct name for the technology that most people refer to as laser is actually LIDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging.LIDAR operates much like radar. Its signal spreads out like a radar signal, though not as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its target vehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as sign posts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement.Some common questions about LIDAR include:■Does weather have any affect on LIDAR?Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog, or airborne dust particles will reduce the effective range of LIDAR and can, if dense enough, prevent its operation.■Can LIDAR operate through glass?Yes. Newer LIDAR guns can obtain readings through most types of glass.However, the laser pulse also can be received through glass to trigger an alarm by your detector.■Can LIDAR operate while in motion?No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannotdrive the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time.■Is LIDAR legal to use?Yes. It is legal in all 50 states.SSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 12
Warranty And Product ServiceNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®15Maintenance And Specifications14 EnglishMaintenance •Maintenance Of Your Radar DetectorYour detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-freeperformance without the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required.If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow thesetroubleshooting steps:■Make sure the power cord is properly connected.■Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion.■Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter.■Check the power cord fuse. (Unscrew the ribbed end cap of the cigarette lighter adapter and examine the fuse. If required, replace it with a 2-amp fuse only.)Specifications •Band And FrequenciesBand FrequenciesX Band 10.525 ± 0.050 GHzK Band 24.125 ± 0.125 GHzSafety Alert 24.070 ± 0.010 GHzTraffic Warning 24.110 ± 0.010 GHzSystem 24.190 ± 0.010 GHz24.230 ± 0.010 GHzKa Band 34.700 ± 1.200 GHzLaser 910 ± 50 nmUnit Dimensions And WeightDimensions* Weight*11⁄4" x 23⁄4" x 37⁄8" 4.26 oz.(33 mm x 70 mm x 98 mm) (121 g)* Dimensions and weight measurements are approximate.This radar detector is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 5,497,148; 5,594,432;5,612,685; 6,078,279; 6,094,148. Additional patents may be listed inside the product or pending. Limited 1-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra 9 Band Radar/Laser Detectors, and the com po nent parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of one (1)year from the date of first consumer purchase. This war ran ty may be enforced by the first consumerpur chas er, pro vid ed that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, de fec tive 9 Band Radar/Laser Detectors,products or com po nent parts upon de liv ery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, ac com pa niedby proof of the date of first consumer pur chase, such as a du pli cat ed copy of a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but thereturn charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty.This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply: 1) To any product dam aged by accident. 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of un au tho rized alterations or repairs.3) If the serial number has been altered, defaced or re moved. 4) If the owner of the product residesoutside the U.S.A. All implied warranties, including war ran ties of mer chant abil i ty and fitness for a par tic u lar purposeare limited in duration to the length of this warranty.Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental, con se quen tial or oth er dam ag es; including, without lim i ta tion, damages re sult ing from loss of use or cost of in stal la tion.Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the ex clu sionor limitation of incidental or con se quen tial dam ag es, so the above lim itations may not apply to you.Product Service •If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, or if you aremissing parts…Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.If you suspect that your unit requires service, please call 773-889-3087 BEFORE shipping it to Cobra. This will ensure that you receive service as quickly as possible.If you are asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory, please follow these steps: 1) Send thecomplete unit, including power cord. (It is not necessary to include the mounting bracket.) 2) Forwarranty repair, enclose some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a photocopy or carbon copy of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned. 3) Enclose a typed or clearlywritten description of the problem you are having with your unit, plus the name and address whereyou want the unit returned. 4) Pack the unit securely to prevent damage during transit. If possible,use the original packing materials. 5) Ship prepaid and insured using a traceable carrier such asUnited Parcel Service (UPS), Federal Express, or Priority mail with delivery confirmation. Ship to:Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707U.S.A. 6) Please allow three (3) to four (4) weeks before contacting us about the status of yourservice. Call 773-889-3087 for assistance. If your unit is under warranty, it will either be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. If your unit is out of warranty, you will receive a letter informing you of the repair or replacement charge. Your Detector Warranty Customer AssistanceSSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 14
Trademark Acknowledgement And Optional Accessories16 EnglishWindshield Mounting BracketIncludes suction cupsItem # 545-159-N-001Straight 12V DC Power CordIncludes plug and fuseItem # 420-030-N-001Coiled 12V DC Power CordIncludes plug and fuseItem # 420-026-N-001Dual Port Power AdapterIncludes adjustable plug (up to 90°) and fuse Item # CLP-2B Customer AssistanceOptional Accessories •You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobradealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra.Trademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®, 9 Band®, DigiView®, EasySet®, Extra Sensory Detection®, IntelliMute®, IntelliMute®Pro, IntelliShield®, LaserEye®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, Safety Alert® Traffic WarningSystem, Strobe Alert®, VG-2 Alert®, Xtreme Range Superheterodyne® and the snake design areregistered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.Cobra Electronics Corporation™, 14 Band™, 15 Band™, AURA™, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™,IntelliLink™, IntelliScope™, IntelliView™, Revolution™ Series, SmartPower™, Super-Xtreme RangeSuperheterodyne™, S-XRS™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of Cobra ElectronicsCorporation, USA.Opticom™ is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Instaclear® for Ford is a registered trademark of FordMotor Company, Inc. Electriclear® for GM is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation.LTI Laser™ and LTI 20-20™ are trademarks of Laser Technology, Inc. Kustom Laser™, Kustom Laser340™ and ProLaser II™ are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. SpeedLaser™ is a trademark ofLaser Atlanta. Bee III™ and Pop™ are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Stalker™ LIDAR is atrademark of Applied Concepts, Inc. Spectre I™ and Spectre IV™ are trademarks of Stealth MicroSystems Pty. Ltd. Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar® is aregistered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.SSR50_MANL_BODY:7000-Body 7/12/11 9:21 AM Page 16

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