Cobra Electronics XRS9700 RADAR DETECTOR User Manual 9300 1a

Cobra Electronics Corporation RADAR DETECTOR 9300 1a

Users Manual

XRS 960011 BAND™ULTRAHIGH-PERFORMANCE DIGITAL RADAR/LASERDETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE SUPERHETERODYNE™TECHNOLOGYNothing comes close to a Cobra®EnglishOperating Instructions Printed in China Part No. 480-106-P
Important Information And Customer AssistanceIntroductionA1 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 1924 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 6:00 p.m. CT Mon. 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. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside The U.S.A.Contact Your Local Dealer ©2004 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comCustomer Assistance
Order FormNothing comes close to a Cobra®37Order Form •NameAddress (No P.O. Boxes)City State/Province Zip CountryTelephoneCredit Card Number Type: ❒Visa ❒MasterCard ❒Discover Exp. DateCustomer SignatureItem # Description U.S.Cost Each Qty Amount420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord545-139-N-001 Windshield Mounting BracketCLP-2B Dual Port Power AdapterU.S. Subtotal(Tax if Applicable)Shipping/HandlingTotalOrdering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For Credit Card OrdersComplete and return this order form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087[Press one (1) from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, 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.comAmount Shipping/Handling*$10.00 or less . . . . . $3.00$10.01-$25.00 . . . . . $5.50$25.01-$50.00 . . . . . $7.50$50.01-$90.00 . . . . $10.50$90.01-$130.00 . . . $13.50$130.01-$200.00 . . $16.50$200.01 plus . . . . . 10% ofpurchaseTax TableWisconsin add 5%Indiana, Michigan, Ohio add 6%California add 7.25%Illinois add 8.75% *For AK, HI and PR add additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekends and holidays shipments.Please allow two (2) to three (3) weeks for delivery in the U.S.A. Prices subject to change without notice.Product FeaturesIntroductionNothing comes close to a Cobra®A3Controls, Indicators,Connections And DisplayIntroductionA2 EnglishXtreme Range Superheterodyne TechnologyWith super-fast sweep circuitry, XRS provides extra detection range and the best possible advance warning to even the fastest radar gunsUltra PerformanceProvides advanced warning with extra detection range Detection And Separate Alerts For radar signals (X, K and Ka bands, with signal strength indicated), lasersignals, Safety Alert signals, Strobe Alertsignals, VG-2 signals, Spectre 1 signals8-Point Compass Displays direction of travelLaserEye For 360°detection of laser and strobe signalsInstant-On Ready Detects radar guns with “instant-on” (very fast) speed monitoring capabilitiesPop DetectionDetects the latest super-fast instant-onsignal pulse radar gunsTone Alert With adjustable volumeDigiView Data Display With easy-to-read alpha/numeric dot matrix text readoutIntelliShield False Signal RejectionReduces falsing in urban areas withHighway mode and three (3) levels of City mode settingsSafety Alert Traffic warning system distinguishesimportant safety alerts from other K band signalsStrobe AlertEmergency vehicle warning systemManual Mute Or Auto Mute A mute function of audio alertsIntelliMute A mute function which automaticallyreduces false alerts by sensing engineRPMsSmart Power A timed power saving function that saves your car’s battery EasySet ProgrammingUser-friendly mode selection and setting with visual guidanceAuxiliary Audio JackFor external speaker connectionMounting Mounts easily on windshield or dashboardProduct Features •Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing the XRS 9600ultra high performance digital radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look atsome of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:Controls, Indicators, Connections And Display •12V DCPower JackOn-Off/Volume ControlAllows user to adjust the volume of the tone alerts.Program/Mute ButtonFor manual mute of audio alerts (and to enterprogramming mode).LaserEye For 360° detection of laser and strobe signals.Windshield Bracket Release ButtonSpeakerAuxiliary AudioJackSelect/Dim Button Adjusts the display brightnessfor easy reading (and to scrollthrough user mode settingswhile programming).Set/City ButtonFor City or Highway modes to reduce false alerts (and tochange user mode settings while programming).* See pages 5 – 26 for more information about display features.WindshieldBracket MountAlpha/Numeric Dot Matrix Text Display*Shows user mode settings, programming instructions,signal strength indication, City/Highway mode indicators, radar, VG-2, Spectre 1 and safety/strobe indicators.WARNINGModifications or parts substitutions not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment.System ReadyCustomer AssistanceThis 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.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®InstallationYour Detector3InstallationYour 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.8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by depressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.Windshield MountingThe LaserEye Should Have A Clear ViewWindshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting
To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio VolumeRotate the On-Off/Volume control clockwise (away from you).Tone Visual DisplayThree (3) beeps Testing System ReadyThe display will then cyclethrough the user mode settings(city or highway, Intellimute and SmartPower status).Start-up is complete when the display continuously shows the current compass direction (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, Wor NW) plus single letters indicating current usermode settings (c= City mode, City X Beep Off mode andCity X+K mode, h= Highway mode, i= IntelliMute on).Getting StartedGetting Started •Your DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®5InstallationYour Detector41. Place the detector on the dashboard to find a location where the unit has a clear, level view of the road. The angle CANNOT 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.EnglishDashboard MountingSystem ReadyPower OnTestingOn-Off/Volume ControlRotate clockwise (away from you)NOTEIn some vehicles, power is supplied to the cigarette lighter even while the ignition is off. If this is the case with your vehicle and you have turned the SmartPower off, you should turn off or unplug your detector whenparking for lengthy periods. Cobra recommends leavingSmartPower at the factory setting, which is on.Secondary IconsStart-Up CompleteNW h
EasySet ProgrammingNothing comes close to a Cobra®7EasySet Programming6EnglishEasySet Programming •All user mode settings on your detector can be changed by using Program mode. When changing the settings, please keep in mind:■Buttons can have multiple functions.■All settings will be stored in memory when the power is turned off and recalled when the power is turned back on.The procedure for using Program mode is shown on page 7.NOTEYou cannot enter Program mode during an alert. The unit will not detectsignals while in Program mode. During programming, if no buttons arepushed for ten (10) seconds, the unit will automatically exit Programmode and save the last settings.Programming User ModesThe tables on pages 8 through 9 show you how to program all user modesand the settings you can choose from.NOTEOn the following pages, you will find more detailed explanations of each setting. See page 14 for instructions on setting the IntelliMute activation point.See page 16 for instructions on calibrating the compass. See page 21 for instructions on using SmartPower. Your Detector Your DetectorProgram/Mute ButtonPress and hold/Press and releaseSelect/Dim ButtonPress and releaseSet/City ButtonPress and releaseTo Use Program ModePress and hold theProgram/Mute button for two (2) seconds.Tone Visual DisplayThree (3) beeps Program will appear. Then brief programminginstructions will scroll throughthe display three (3) times.While the programminginstructions arescrolling, press andrelease the Select/Dimbutton to cycle through the user modes.One (1) beep with each button press As each mode is displayed, the current setting for that mode will be shown.With the user mode youwish to change displayed,press and release theSet/City button tochange the setting.To move to the nextselection, press theSelect/Dim button again.One (1) or two (2)beeps, depending onyour selectionThe setting you select will be shown.When you have finishedprogramming any or all of the user modes,press and release theProgram/Mute button to exit Program mode. Or simply wait ten (10)seconds without pushing any buttons.One (1) beep When you exit Programmode, the new setting willautomatically be saved and EXIT PROGRAM and SettingsSaved! will appear in the display.EXITPROGRAMPROGRAMSettingsSaved!
EasySet ProgrammingNothing comes close to a Cobra®9EasySet Programming8EnglishYour Detector Your DetectorEasySet Programming MenuMode Tone Visual Setting ResultSet City modedefault*Two (2) beeps City X A single beep sounds when the signal is first detected.One (1) beep City X beep Off Audio for all X band alerts are blockeduntil signal strength reaches Level 3.One (1) beep City X+K Combines the City X mode withprevention of K band audio alerts until signal strength reaches Level 2.IntelliMutemode Two (2) beeps IntelliMute On All alerts (except for strobe signalsfrom emergency vehicles) areautomatically muted below the engine rev point you set.One (1) beep IntelliMute Off Normal operation.Set IntelliMuteRPMs (not shown if IntelliMuteis off)One (1) beep Set IntelliMute(see page 14 to set activationpoint) Allows you to set the engine rev point while using IntelliMute.AutoMutemode Two (2) beeps AutoMute On The audio volume of all alerts will beautomatically muted after four (4) secondsfor as long as the signal is detected.One (1) beep AutoMute Off All alerts will sound at full volume for as long as the signal is detected.Set compass One (1) beep Set Compass(see page 16to calibratecompass)Allows you to calibrate the compass.Pop Detectmode Two (2) beeps Pop Detect On The unit will detect Pop signals. One (1) beep Pop Detect Off The unit not will detect Pop signals. EasySet Programming MenuMode Tone Visual Setting ResultVG-2 Detectmode Two (2) beeps VG-2 Detect On The unit will detect VG-2 signals.One (1) beep VG-2 Detect Off The unit will not detect VG-2 signals.VG-2 Audiomode (notshown if VG-2detect is off)Two (2) beeps VG-2 Audio On With VG-2 Detect on, the unit will giveaudible alerts for VG-2 signals.One (1) beep VG-2 Audio Off With VG-2 Detect off, the unit will giveonly visual alerts for VG-2 signals.Spectre 1Detect mode Two (2) beeps Spectre 1Detect On The unit will detect Spectre 1 signals.One (1) beep Spectre 1Detect Off The unit will not detect Spectre 1 signals.Spectre 1Audio mode(not shown ifSpectre 1detect is off)Two (2) beeps Spectre 1Audio On With Spectre 1 Detect on, the unit willgive audible alerts for Spectre 1 signals.One (1) beep Spectre 1Audio Off With Spectre 1 Detect off, the unit will giveonly visual alerts for Spectre 1 signals.SmartPowermode Two (2) beeps SmartPowerOn SmartPower is on.One (1) beep SmartPowerOff SmartPower is off.X Band detectmode Two (2) beeps X Band On The unit will detect X Band signals.One (1) beep X Band Off The unit will not detect X Band signals.Set displayDim modedefault*Two (2) beeps Display Dim Partially dimmed for dusk or night driving.One (1) beep DisplayDimmer More dimmed for dusk or nightdriving.One (1) beep Display Dark Display is off.RestorefactorysettingsOne (1) beep RestoreFactorySettingsResets user modes and settings tofactory default.Exit program One (1) beep EXITPROGRAM Allows you to exit Program mode.* The settings for these user modes can also be changed with the one (1) button method. See description of each user mode (pages 10 and 23) for details.This EasySet programming menu lists all of the modes and settings you can choose from after you have entered Program mode as described on page 7.
SettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®11SettingsYour Detector10 EnglishSettings •Highway/City ModeYour detector has a Highway mode and three (3) different levels of Citymodes: City X, City X Beep Off and City X+K. City X mode sounds a singlebeep when the signal is first detected. City X Beep Off mode prevents all X band audio alerts until the signal strength reaches Level 3. City X+K modecombines the City X mode with prevention of K band audio alerts until thesignal strength reads Level 2. This will reduce false alerts while you aredriving in or near urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X or K band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers.The factory setting is Highway. The factory City mode default setting is City X.Setting City DefaultYou can set the default level for City mode (City X, City X Beep Off and City X+K) either in Program mode or directly using the Set/City button.Set/City ButtonPress and releaseSet/City ButtonPress and holdCity ModeHighway ModeNW hNW cTo Change From Highway Mode To City ModePress and release theSet/City button. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep cappears in the displayTo Change From City Mode Back To Highway ModePress and release theSet/City button again. Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beeps happears in the displayTo Set The City Mode Default Directly Using The Set/City ButtonPress and hold theSet/City button. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep each timethe display cycles Cycles — see chart aboveRelease the Set/Citybutton to select thecurrent display asdefault.None City X Beep Off, City X+K or City XTo Set The City Mode Default Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to City. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep City X Beep OffOne (1) beep City X+KTwo (2) beeps City XPress andhold theSet/CitybuttonCityX+KCity XCity XBeep OffNOTEWhen you change to City mode, the unit will enter whichever city default mode is set at the time.City X Beep OffCity XBeep OffCity X+KCity X+KCity XCity X
Program/Mute ButtonPress and releaseTo Turn Turn Off Or On An Audio Alert Using The Program/Mute ButtonPress and release the Program/Mutebutton.Tone Visual DisplayNone NoneSettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®13SettingsYour Detector12 EnglishIntelliMuteIntelliMute is a unique new feature that allows you to avoid alerts you don’t need to hear because you are stopped or moving slowly. By sensing the “revs” (RPMs) of your engine, IntelliMute knows when you are at lowspeed and automatically mutes alerts (except for strobe signals fromemergency vehicles).Before IntelliMute will work, you must set an activation point for your engine’srevs (see page 14). Whenever the revs are below that point, IntelliMute willbegin muting. The activation point will be stored in memory and recalled each time the power is turned on. An iwill appear in the display whenIntelliMute is on. The factory setting is IntelliMute off.NOTEIntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sensethe engine’s revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alertsby using Auto Mute and City mode when appropriate.AuxiliaryAudio JackTo Turn IntelliMute On Or Off Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to IntelliMute. Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beeps IntelliMute On, then i appears in the displayOne (1) beep IntelliMute OffTo Turn Auto Mute Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Auto Mute. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep Auto Mute OffTwo (2) beeps Auto Mute OnAuxiliary Audio JackThe Auxiliary Audio Jack can beused to connect an external speaker in environments with high ambientnoise levels. The internal speaker will be disconnected.Muting An AlertYour detector allows you to quickly turn off an Audio Alert by momentarilypressing the Program/Mute button. If you press the Program/Mute button a second time during the Alert, the Audio Alert will be turned back on.Auto Mute ModeAuto Mute will automatically reduce the audio volume of all alerts after four (4)seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is on.AutoMuteAuto Mute OffAutoMuteOff OnAuto Mute OnNW ihIntelliMute OnIntelliMuteOnIntelliMute OffIntelliMuteOff
Program/Mute ButtonSelect/Dim ButtonSet/CityButtonSettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®15SettingsYour Detector14 EnglishTone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep IntelliMute not setPlease try againOne (1) beep IntelliMute OffNOTEIf the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three (3) seconds or if you donot set a rev point within 20 seconds of beginning these steps, IntelliMute willindicate an error and automatically turn off.Set Intel... Press SET...Setting IntelliMute RPMsIntelliMuteSet!IntelliMu...Please tr...IntelliMuteNot SetIntelliMuteOffIntelliMute OffTo Set The IntelliMute Activation Point Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to SetIntelliMute. Tone Visual DisplayNone Set IntelliMutePress and release the Set/City buttonto begin setting IntelliMute RPMs. Two (2) beeps Press SET at desired RPMs…Rev your engine to the level you wish toset. Rev the engine slightly above idle andhold revs steady for two (2) seconds.None NoneAt the desired rev level, press andrelease the Set/City button. Three (3) beeps IntelliMute Set!Press and release either theSelect/Dim button to proceed to thenext user mode or the Program/Mutebutton to exit the Program mode.None NoneWhat To Remember While Using IntelliMuteIntelliMute works with all City and Auto Mute modes.Whenever engine revs are below the activation point, an arrow pointing down will appear in the display. Above the activation point, an arrow pointing up will appear.If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing your engine’s revs, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn off.The rev point you set will be stored in the unit’s memory when power is turned off and recalled each time the power is turned on.NOTEThe rev point must be reset if you use your detector in a different vehicle.NOTEWhen initially choosing your IntelliMute activation point, a setting of approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above idle is recommended. You can reset the activation point at any time to fit your individualpreferences and driving style.Setting The IntelliMute Activation PointYour detector must be installed in your vehicle.CAUTIONDo not attempt to set the rev point while driving. Your vehicle should be parked and idling. IntelliMute must be turned on before setting the activation point.Below Activation PointNW ihAbove Activation PointNW ih
SettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®17SettingsYour Detector16 EnglishCompassYour detector includes an internal 8-point Compass that will continuously display your current direction of travel: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW.Calibrating The CompassNOTEBefore using it for the first time, you must calibrate the compass toprovide accurate indications of direction. See page 7 for instructions on using the Program mode to select Set Compass.Calibration allows the compass electronics to measure and storeinformation about the magnetic fields generated by your vehicle.The compass will remain accurately calibrated as long as your detector ismounted in the same place in your vehicle. If you change the location wherethe unit is mounted or move it to another vehicle, you must recalibrate thecompass.The compass temporarily may not provide accurate readings if you are insidea building or enclosure, or are close to a large metal tractor/trailer, truck, ortrain. Once you are away from such a location, the compass will workcorrectly again.NOTEWhen the instructions direct you to drive in two (2) circles, a largeparking lot is the most convenient place to do so. It does not matterwhat direction your vehicle is pointing when you start the circles, whichdirection you go to make the circles, and it does not have to be exactlytwo (2) circles. You do NOT have to make perfect circles. You can drivein any pattern, as long as you make two (2) complete turns. Four (4)three-point turns, two (2) small squares, or any two (2) complete loopswill work as well as two (2) circles. It does not matter what size thecircles are, if your speed is constant, or how fast you make the circles[but less than two (2) minutes]. Please be careful when making thecircles and watch for other traffic.8-PointCompassNSWNWSWENESETone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep Compass not set…Please try again…NOTEIf you do not press the Set/City button within two (2) minutes after beginning the set compass process, compass calibration will automatically terminate.Compass n...Please tr...TerminateSet Compa...Set CompassDrive in...Press SET...Calibrate CompassCompassSet!Compass SetNW hDirection Of TravelTo Calibrate The Compass Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Set Compass. Tone Visual DisplayNone Set CompassPress and hold the Set/City button to begin setting the compass. One (1) beep Drive in 2 circles…Press SET whendone…Within two (2) minutes, drive yourvehicle in a circle twice, then press the Set/City button again.Three (3) beeps Compass Set! For two (2) secondsfollowed by directionof travel (N, NE, E,SE, S, SW, Wor NW)Press and release either the Select/Dimbutton to proceed to the next usermode or the Program/Mute button to exit Program mode.None NoneProgram/Mute ButtonSelect/Dim ButtonSet/CityButton
SettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®19SettingsYour Detector18 EnglishPop AlertPop Alert will alert you of Pop radar signals. During the alert, the unitcontinues to detect other signals. The factory setting is Pop Detect off.To Turn Pop Detect Mode On Or Off Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Pop Detect. Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beeps Pop OnOne (1) beep Pop OffPop Detect OnPop OnPop Detect OffPop OffTo Turn VG-2 Detect Mode Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to VG-2 Detect. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep VG2 Off Two (2) beeps VG2 OnTo Turn VG-2 Audio Mode Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to VG-2 Audio. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep VG2 Audio OffTwo (2) beeps VG2 Audio OnVG-2 Detect OffVG2 OffVG-2 Detect OnVG2 OnVG-2 Audio Off...Audio OffVG-2 Audio On...Audio OnVG-2 AlertThe detector is undetectable by VG-2 detection devices and will alert youwhen such a device is in use near your vehicle. During the alert, the unitcontinues to detect other signals. You can choose whether or not you wantyour unit to show VG-2 Alerts. With VG-2 Detect mode on, you can also choose whether or not you want your unit to sound audible VG-2 Alerts. The factory settings are VG-2 Detect on and VG-2 Detect Audio on.
SettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®21SettingsYour Detector20 EnglishSpectre 1 AlertThe detector is undetectable by Spectre 1 detection devices and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. During the alert, the unitcontinues to detect other signals. You can choose whether or not you wantyour unit to show Spectre 1 Alerts. With Spectre 1 Detect mode on, you canalso choose whether or not you want your unit to sound audible Spectre 1Alerts. The factory settings are Spectre 1 Detect on, Spectre 1 Audio on.Spectre 1 Detect OffSpectre OffSpectre 1 Detect OnSpectre OnSpectre 1 Audio Off...Audio OffSpectre 1 Audio On...Audio OnSmartPowerYour detector includes the SmartPower feature that, when activated, will put the unit into Standby mode (low power) for about 30 minutes after the car’s engine has been turned off. After 30 minutes in Standby mode, the unit will automatically turn off.Before SmartPower enters Standby mode, you will hear one (1) beep and Pwr Save will appear on the display. To return the unit to normal Powermode or exit Standby mode, start the car, press any button or turn the unit off and then on again. The factory setting is SmartPower on.SmartPower EnteringStandby ModePwr SaveSmartPower Off...Power offSmartPower On...Power onTo Turn Spectre 1 Detect Mode Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Spectre 1 Detect. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep Spectre OffTwo (2) beeps Spectre OnTo Turn SmartPower Mode Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to SmartPower. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep SmartPower OffTwo (2) beeps SmartPower OnTo Turn Spectre 1 Mode Off Or On Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Spectre 1 Audio. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep Spectre Audio OffTwo (2) beeps Spectre Audio On
SettingsYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®23SettingsYour Detector22 EnglishDigiView Data Display BrightnessYour detector has a Bright display mode (for daytime driving) and three (3)levels of Dim display modes (Dim for dusk driving, Dimmer for night drivingand Dark where no visual alerts will be displayed) to control the display’sbrightness levels. The factory setting is Bright. The factory Dim mode default setting is Dimmer.Select/Dim ButtonPress and releaseSelect/Dim ButtonPress and holdDark Indicator.To Change The Brightness To Dim Press and release theSelect/Dim button once. Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beeps Dim, Dimmer or DarkTo Change The Brightness To Bright Press and release theSelect/Dim button again. Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep BrightDimDark DimmerPress and holdSelect/DimbuttonSetting Dim DefaultYou can set the default level for Dim mode (Dim, Dimmer or Dark) either in Program mode or directly using the Select/Dim button.To Set The Display Dim Mode Default Directly Using The Set/Dim ButtonPress and hold theSelect/Dim button Tone Visual DisplayOne (1) beep each timethe display cycles Cycles — see chart aboveRelease the Select/Dimbutton to select thecurrent display asdefault.None Dim, Dimmer or DarkTo Set The Display Dim Mode Default Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions On Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Display Dim,Dimmer or Dark.Tone Visual DisplayTwo (2) beeps Dim One (1) beep DimmerOne (1) beep DarkNOTEWhen you change to Dim mode, the unit will enter whichever dim default mode is set at the time.Dim DisplayDimBright DisplayBrightDimmer DisplayDimmerDark DisplayDark
DetectionYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®25DetectionYour Detector24 EnglishDetection •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 27.Visual DisplayAn indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the DigiView DataDisplay. During X, K and Ka alerts, you will also see from one (1) to five (5)vertical bars, indicating the strength of the signal detected.Signal Strength ChartSignal Strength = 1(Weakest Signal)-Signal Strength = 2---Signal Strength = 3--- ----Signal Strength = 4-- ----------Signal Strength = 5(Strongest Signal)--_------ - ---------_12345NOTEBeep rate changes with different laser alerts.X Signal Detected K Signal Detected Ka Signal DetectedX 2--- K - 3------ --_--Ka ---5-----------_Pop Signal DetectedLTI 20-20Laser2 0 /20PopLTI Ultra-LyteLaserUltraLyteKustom SignalsProLaserLaserPro LaserKustom SignalsProLaser IIILaserPro Laser 3Radar Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayX Band Radar Xand Signal StrengthK Band Radar Kand Signal StrengthKa Band Radar Ka and Signal StrengthPop Radar Mode PopLaser Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayLTI 20-20* Laser 20/20LTI Ultra-Lyte* Laser UltraLyteKustom Signals ProLaser* Laser Pro LaserKustom Signals ProLaser III* Laser Pro Laser 3* Your detector provides 360˚ detection of these signals.
DetectionYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®27DetectionYour Detector26 EnglishNOTEThere are different tones for each Safety Alert.NOTEThere are different tones for each alert.Emergency AlertSignal DetectedVG-2 Alert Signal DetectedVG2Spectre 1 Alert Signal DetectedSpectre1Road Hazard AlertSignal DetectedRoadHazardTrain Alert SignalDetectedTrainEmergency...Safety Alert Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayEmergency Vehicles Emergency VehicleRoad Hazards Road HazardTrains TrainVG-2 And Spectre 1 Alert Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayVG-2 Alert VG2Spectre 1 Spectre1Strobe Alert Display (Flashing)Emergency...Strobe Alert Signals And Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual Display3M Opticom or Tomar* Emergency Vehicle (Flashing)* Your detector provides 360˚ detection of these signals.Description Interpretation RecommendedResponseTone repeats slowly at first,then speeds up rapidly. Probably police radar. FULL ALERTTone sounds one (1) time only.Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar,Spectre 1 or VG-2 nearby.Exercise cautionTone instantly begins repeating rapidly.Radar, Spectre 1 or VG-2 nearbyhas been activated suddenly.FULL ALERTPop mode tone. Pop mode gun very close. FULL ALERTTone repeats slowly as youapproach a hill or bridge, thenspeeds up sharply as youreach it.Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridge.FULL ALERTTone repeats slowly for a short period. Probably a false alarm. Exercise cautionAny type of laser alert. Laser alerts are never false alarms. FULL ALERTAny Safety Alert or Strobe Alert. You are nearing an emergencyvehicle, railroad crossing, orroad 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.Pop DetectionYour detector is designed to detect single pulse mode radars. These radarsare designed to have a low probability of detection. You should note that theseradar guns have a much shorter range while in this mode.Responding To Alerts
Understanding Radar And LaserYour DetectorNothing comes close to a Cobra®29Understanding Radar And LaserYour Detector28 EnglishUnderstanding 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-2 And Spectre 1 VG-2 and Spectre 1 are “detector detectors” that work by detecting low-levelsignals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signalsthat can be detected by VG-2 or Spectre 1, but does detect VG-2 and Spectre 1signals and will alert you when a device is in use near your vehicle, if you so choose.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.Strobe AlertSpecial strobes mounted on the light bars of authorized emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police cars, ambulances) automatically change trafficsignals as the vehicle approaches an intersection. These strobes and thespecial strobe detectors located on the traffic signals, introduced fairlyrecently by 3M and Tomar, are already in use in more than 1000 citiesnationwide. Cobra’s exclusive Strobe Alert detector will detect these special strobes and give an emergency vehicle alert. When you receive such an alert, please watch for an approaching emergency vehicle and pull over to allow it to pass. To inquire about coverage in your area, contact your local fire and police departments.LIDAR (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.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®31Understanding Radar And Laser30 EnglishYour DetectorPop Radar GunsThe Pop mode Radar Gun is a single pulse Doppler radar that is a feature of a K and Ka (Bee III Ka radar gun) band Instant-On radar gun. It uses asingle short time pulse to measure the target vehicle’s speed. Despite the factthat the short, single pulse makes the unit very sensitive to officer hand andvehicle movement and reduces the range of the gun in Pop mode to 50% ofits range in Continuous Wave mode, this feature is added in an attempt tomake the radar gun invisible to Radar Detectors. Although your detector can sense Pop signals beyond the effective range of Pop radar guns, there will be a signal to sense only if a gun is triggered. In addition, the Pop mode receiver section is more prone to false alertsbecause of its extra sensitivity. This is especially so in urban areas. As aresult, you should consider using the Pop Detect mode only in highway and rural situations. Cobra Electronics has included a user selectable on or off Pop Detect mode.MaintenanceYour DetectorMaintenance •Maintenance Of Your Radar DetectorYour detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-freeperformance without the need for service. No routine Maintenanceis required.If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting 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.)
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®33Warranty32 EnglishWarrantyLimited 1-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased In The U.S.A.Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra 11 Band Radar/Laser Detectors, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects inworkmanship and materials for period of one (1) year from the date of firstconsumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumerpurchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 11 BandRadar/Laser Detectors, products or component parts upon delivery to theCobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of firstconsumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product forwarranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if theproduct 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 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 lastsand/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.SpecificationsYour DetectorSpecifications •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 ± 1.300 GHzLaser 910 ± 50 nmStrobe 700 ± 300 nmUnit Dimensions And WeightDimensions* (H x W x D) Weight*11⁄2" x 31⁄16" x 47⁄8" 6.45 oz. (38 mm x 78 mm x 124 mm) (183 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; 6,621,447. Additional patents may be listed inside the product or pending.
Nothing comes close to a Cobra®35Trademark Acknowledgement Customer Assistance34 EnglishTrademark Acknowledgement •Cobra, 6 Band, DigiView, Extra Sensory Detection, HighGear, microTALK,LaserEye, Safety Alert Traffic Warning System, Strobe Alert, VG-2 Alert and Nothing comes close to a Cobra are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation.Cobra Electronics Corporation, 11 Band, EasySet, IntelliMute, IntelliShield,Road Ready, SmartPower, Spectre 1 Alert, UltraBright, Voice Alert and XtremeRange Superheterodyne are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation.Opticom is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Instaclear for Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company, Inc. Electriclear for GM is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation. 20-20 and Ultra-Lyte are trademarks of Laser Technology, Inc. ProLaser and ProLaser III are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. Bee III and Pop are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Spectre is a trademark of Stalcar.Interceptor VG-2 is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.Product ServiceCustomer AssistanceProduct Service •If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, or if you are missing parts…Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCTTO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.If you suspect that your unit requires service, please call 773-889-3087BEFORE 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 the complete unit, including power cord. (It is not necessary to include the mounting bracket.)2. For warranty 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 clearly written description of the problem you are having with your unit, plus the name and address where you 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 as United ParcelService (UPS), Federal Express, or Priority mail with delivery confirmation.Ship to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 WestCortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.6. Please allow three (3) to four (4) weeks before contacting us about the status of your service. 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.
Order FormNothing comes close to a Cobra®37Order Form •NameAddress (No P.O. Boxes)City State/Province Zip CountryTelephoneCredit Card Number Type: ❒Visa ❒MasterCard ❒Discover Exp. DateCustomer SignatureItem # Description U.S.Cost Each Qty Amount420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord545-139-N-001 Windshield Mounting BracketCLP-2B Dual Port Power AdapterU.S. Subtotal(Tax if Applicable)Shipping/HandlingTotalOrdering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For Credit Card OrdersComplete and return this order form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087[Press one (1) from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, 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.comAmount Shipping/Handling*$10.00 or less . . . . . $3.00$10.01-$25.00 . . . . . $5.50$25.01-$50.00 . . . . . $7.50$50.01-$90.00 . . . . $10.50$90.01-$130.00 . . . $13.50$130.01-$200.00 . . $16.50$200.01 plus . . . . . 10% ofpurchaseTax TableWisconsin add 5%Indiana, Michigan, Ohio add 6%California add 7.25%Illinois add 8.75% *For AK, HI and PR add additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekends and holidays shipments.Please allow two (2) to three (3) weeks for delivery in the U.S.A. Prices subject to change without notice.Customer Assistance36 EnglishOptional AccessoriesCustomer AssistanceOptional Accessories •You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra.Windshield Mounting BracketIncludes suction cupsItem # 545-139-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
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