Cobra Electronics XRS9730 RADAR DETECTOR User Manual 9300 1a

Cobra Electronics Corporation RADAR DETECTOR 9300 1a

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USERS MANUAL 1

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 ©2005 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comCustomer AssistanceXRS 973012 BAND™ULTRAHIGH-PERFORMANCE DIGITAL RADAR/LASERDETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE SUPERHETERODYNE®TECHNOLOGYNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishOperating Instructions Printed in China Part No. 480-234-PVersion A1212Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.comCB RadiosmicroTALK®RadiosRadar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert®Traffic Warning SystemsHandheld GPS ReceiversMobile GPS Navigation SystemsHighGear®Accessories CobraMarineTM VHF Marine Radios Power InvertersAccessories The Cobra line of quality products includes:
Order FormNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®37Customer AssistanceOrder 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 from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays).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 9% *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 to three weeks for delivery in the U.S.A. Prices subject to change without notice.Product FeaturesIntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®A3Xtreme 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, Ka and Ku 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 gunsVoice or Tone 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 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 an ultra highperformance digital radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some ofthe sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes: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.Controls, Indicators, Connections and DisplayIntroductionA2 EnglishControls, Indicators, Connections and Display •12V DCPower JackOn-Off/Volume ControlAllows user to adjust the volume of the tone and voice 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 brightness for easyreading (and to scroll through user modesettings while programming).Set/City ButtonFor City or Highwaymodes to reduce falsealerts (and to changeuser mode settings while programming).* See pages 5 – 27 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 Ready
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®1ContentsIntroductionIntroductionImportant Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Controls, Indicators, Connections and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Your DetectorInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5EasySet Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Highway/City Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Muting an Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Auto Mute Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Voice Alert and Tone Alert Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Auxiliary Audio Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13IntelliMute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Pop Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Ku and X Band Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19VG-2 Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Spectre 1 Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21SmartPower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22DigiView Data Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Signals Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Audio Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Visual Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Instant-On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Pop Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Responding to Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Understanding Radar and Laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32WarrantyLimited 1-Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Customer AssistanceProduct Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Trademark Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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 Display VoiceThree beeps Testing System Ready The display will thencycle through theuser mode settings(city or highway,Intellimute andSmartPower status).Testing, then threebeepsSystem ReadyVoice AlertStart-up is complete when the display continuously shows thecurrent compass direction (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, Wor NW) plussingle letters indicating current user mode settings (c= Citymode, City X Beep Off mode and City X+K mode, h= Highwaymode, 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 side of the hook-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 ReadyVoice AlertPower 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 seconds, the unit will automatically exit Program modeand 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 15 for instructions on setting the IntelliMute activation point.See page 17 for instructions on calibrating the compass. See page 22 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 seconds.Tone Visual Display VoiceThree beeps Program will appear. Then brief programminginstructions will scrollthrough the display threetimes.Start ProgramWhile the programminginstructions arescrolling, press andrelease the Select/Dimbutton to cycle through the user modes.One beepwith eachbutton pressAs each mode is displayed,the current setting for thatmode will be shown.NoneWith 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 or twobeeps,depending on yourselectionThe setting you select will be shown. CurrentsettingWhen you have finishedprogramming any or all of the user modes,press and release theProgram/Mute button to exit Program mode. Or simply wait tenseconds without pushing any buttons.One beep When you exit Programmode, the new setting will automatically be savedand EXIT PROGRAM andSettings Saved! will appear.Exit ProgramEXITPROGRAMPROGRAMSettingsSaved!
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®9EasySet Programming8EnglishYour DetectorEasySet Programming MenuMode Tone or Voice Visual Setting ResultSet City modedefault*Two beeps City X A single beep sounds when the signal is first detected.One beep City X beep Off Audio for all X band alerts are blockeduntil signal strength reaches Level 3.One beep City X+K Combines the City X mode withprevention of K band audio alerts until signal strength reaches Level 2.IntelliMutemode Two beeps IntelliMute On All alerts (except for strobe signalsfrom emergency vehicles) areautomatically muted below the engine rev point you set.One beep IntelliMute Off Normal operation.Set IntelliMuteRPMs (not shown if IntelliMuteis off)One beep Set IntelliMute(see page 15 to set activationpoint) Allows you to set the engine rev point while using IntelliMute.AutoMutemode Two beeps AutoMute On The audio volume of all alerts will beautomatically muted after four (4) secondsfor as long as the signal is detected.One beep AutoMute Off All alerts will sound at full volume for as long as the signal is detected.Set compass One beep Set Compass(see page 17to calibratecompass)Allows you to calibrate the compass.Pop Detectmode Two beeps Pop Detect On The unit will detect Pop signals. One beep Pop Detect Off The unit not will detect Pop signals. EasySet Programming MenuMode Tone or Voice Visual Setting ResultVG-2 Detectmode Two beeps VG-2 Detect On The unit will detect VG-2 signals.One beep VG-2 Detect Off The unit will not detect VG-2 signals.VG-2 Audiomode (notshown if VG-2detect is off)Two beeps VG-2 Audio On With VG-2 Detect on, the unit will giveaudible alerts for VG-2 signals.One beep VG-2 Audio Off With VG-2 Detect off, the unit will giveonly visual alerts for VG-2 signals.Spectre 1Detect mode Two beeps Spectre 1Detect On The unit will detect Spectre 1 signals.One beep Spectre 1Detect Off The unit will not detect Spectre 1 signals.Spectre 1Audio mode(not shown ifSpectre 1detect is off)Two beeps Spectre 1Audio On With Spectre 1 Detect on, the unit willgive audible alerts for Spectre 1 signals.One beep Spectre 1Audio Off With Spectre1Detect off, the unit will giveonly visual alerts for Spectre1signals.SmartPowermode Two beeps SmartPowerOn SmartPower is on.One beep SmartPowerOff SmartPower is off.Ku Banddetect modeX Band detect modeTwo beeps Ku Band On The unit will detect Ku Band signals.One beep Ku Band Off The unit will not detect Ku Band signals.Two beeps X Band On The unit will detect X Band signals.One beep X Band Off The unit will not detect X Band signals.Set displayDim modedefault*Two beeps Display Dim Partially dimmed for dusk or night driving.One beep DisplayDimmer More dimmed for dusk or nightdriving.One beep Display Dark Display is off.RestorefactorysettingsOne beep RestoreFactorySettingsResets user modes and settings tofactory default.Exit program One beep EXITPROGRAM Allows you to exit Program mode.* The settings for these user modes can also be changed with the one button method. See description of each user mode (pages 10 and 24) for details.This EasySet programming menu lists all of the modes and settings you canchoose from after you have entered Program mode as described on page 7.EasySet ProgrammingYour Detector
SettingsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®11SettingsYour Detector10 EnglishSettings •Highway/City ModeYour detector has a Highway mode and three different levels of City modes:City X, City X Beep Off and City X+K. City X mode sounds a single beep whenthe signal is first detected. City X Beep Off mode prevents all X band audioalerts until the signal strength reaches Level 3. City X+K mode combines theCity X mode with prevention of K band audio alerts until the signal strengthreads Level 2. This will reduce false alerts while you are driving in or nearurban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X or K band signalssuch 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 releaseCity ModeHighway ModeNW hNW cTo Change From Highway Mode to City ModePress andrelease theSet/City button.Tone Visual Display VoiceOne beep cappears in the display City X or City X BeepOff or City X, KTo Change From City Mode Back to Highway ModePress and releasethe Set/Citybutton again.Tone Visual Display VoiceTwo beeps happears in the display HighwayTo Set the City Mode Default Directly Using the Set/City ButtonPress and hold theSet/City button. Tone or Voice Visual DisplayOne beep each time thedisplay 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. One beep City X Beep Off City X Beep OffOne beep City X+K City X, KTwo beeps City X 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 XSet/City ButtonPress and hold
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 NoneNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®13SettingsYour Detector12 EnglishAuxiliaryAudio JackTo 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 Display VoiceOne beep Auto Mute Off Auto Mute OffTwo beeps Auto Mute On Auto Mute OnAuxiliary Audio JackThe Auxiliary Audio Jack can be used to connect an external speaker in environments with high ambient noise 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 seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is on.Voice Alert and Tone Alert ModesYou can set your detector to sound alerts and confirm user settings witheither a Voice or a Tone. The factory setting for Alert mode is Voice.To Select Voice or Tone Mode Using Program Mode(See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Voice/Tone. Tone Visual Display VoiceOne beep Tone Tone AlertVoice Alert Voice Voice AlertAutoMute OffAuto Mute OffAutoMute OnAuto Mute On
N W ihNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®15SettingsYour Detector14 EnglishWhat 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 ihSettingsYour DetectorIntelliMuteIntelliMute 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 15). 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.To 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 Display VoiceTwo beeps IntelliMute On, then i appears in the displayIntelliMute OnOne beep IntelliMute Off IntelliMute OffIntelliMute OnIntelliMuteOnIntelliMute OffIntelliMuteOff
Program/Mute ButtonSelect/Dim ButtonSet/City ButtonNothing 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 circles, a large parkinglot is the most convenient place to do so. It does not matter whatdirection your vehicle is pointing when you start the circles, whichdirection you go to make the circles, and it does not have to be exactlytwo circles. You do NOT have to make perfect circles. You can drive inany pattern, as long as you make two complete turns. Four three-pointturns, two small squares, or any two complete loops will work as well astwo circles. It does not matter what size the circles are, if your speed isconstant, or how fast you make the circles [but less than two minutes].Please be careful when making the circles and watch for other traffic.8-PointCompassNSWNWSWENESESettingsYour DetectorTone Visual Display VoiceOne beep IntelliMute not setPlease try again IntelliMute not setPlease try againOne beep IntelliMute Off IntelliMute OffNOTEIf the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three seconds or if you do not set a rev point within 20 secondsof beginning these steps, IntelliMute will indicate an errorand automatically turn off.IntelliMu...Please tr...IntelliMuteNot SetSetting IntelliMute RRMsIntelliMuteOffIntelliMute 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 Display VoiceNone Set IntelliMute NonePress and release the Set/City buttonto begin setting IntelliMute RPMs. Two beeps Press SET at desiredRPMs…Set EngineRevsRev your engine to the level you wish toset. Rev the engine slightly above idle andhold revs steady for two seconds.None None NoneAt the desired rev level, press andrelease the Set/City button. Three beeps IntelliMuteSet! IntelliMute SetPress and release either theSelect/Dim button to proceed to thenext user mode or the Program/Mutebutton to exit the Program mode.None None NoneSet Intel... PressSET... IntelliMuteSet!

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