Cobra Electronics XRS9770 RADAR DETECTOR User Manual 1

Cobra Electronics Corporation RADAR DETECTOR Users Manual 1

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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/Strobe AlertUse of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists or passengers 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, 3M or strobe 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 to exercise 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 this manual, 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 Time 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©2010 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comCustomer AssistanceXRS 967015 BAND™ ULTRA PERFORMANCE DIGITAL RADAR/LASER DETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE SUPERHETERODYNE® TECHNOLOGYNothing Comes Close to a Cobra® EnglishOperating Instructions Printed in China Part No. 480-665-PVersion ANothing Comes Close to a Cobra® EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.comThe Cobra line of quality products includes:CB RadiosmicroTALK® RadiosRadar/Laser DetectorsSafety Alert® Traffic Warning SystemsTruck-Specific Navigation SystemsHighGear® AccessoriesCobraMarine VHF RadiosPower InvertersLED LightsJumpstartersAccessoriesXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 1-1 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Accessories Order Info and Trademark AcknowledgementNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®37Customer AssistanceProduct 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), Laser signals, Safety Alert signals, Strobe Alert signals, VG-2 signals, Spectre I & IV+ 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-on single pulse radar gunsTone Alert With adjustable volumeDigiView® Data Display With easy-to-read alpha/numeric dot matrix text readoutIntelliShield® Highway/City ModesReduces falsing in urban areas with Highway mode and three levels of City mode settingsSafety Alert® Traffic warning system distinguishes important safety alerts from other K band signalsStrobe Alert®Emergency vehicle warning systemManual Mute or Auto Mute A mute function of audio alertsIntelliMute® A mute function reduces false audio alerts by sensing engine RPMsIntelliMute® Pro Prevents detection by radar detector detectors (RDDs) when traveling at slower speedsSmart 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 high performance digital radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the 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 •SpeakerAuxiliary Audio JackSelect/Dim Button Adjusts the display brightness for easy reading (and to scroll through user mode settings while programming).Set/City ButtonFor City or Highway modes to reduce false alerts (and to change user mode settings while programming).* See pages 5 – 28 for more information about display features.Alpha/Numeric Dot Matrix Text Display*Shows user mode settings, programming instructions, signal strength indication, City/Highway mode indicators, radar, VG-2, Spectre I & IV+ 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 ReadyOrdering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For Credit Card Orders Call 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 To Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.To Order OnlinePlease visit our website: www.cobra.comWindshield Bracket MountTrademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®, DigiView®, EasySet®, Extra Sensory Detection®, IntelliMute®, IntelliMute Pro®, IntelliShield®, LaserEye®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System, Strobe Alert®, VG-2 Alert®, Xtreme Range Superheterodyne® and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.Cobra Electronics Corporation™, 14 Band™, 15 Band™, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™, IntelliLink™, Revolution™ Series, SmartPower™, Spectre Alert™, Super-Xtreme Range Superheterodyne™, S-XRS™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.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. LTI Laser™ and LTI 20-20™ are trademarks of Laser Technology, Inc. Kustom Laser™, Kustom Laser 340™ and ProLaser II™ are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. SpeedLaser™ is a trademark of Laser Atlanta. Bee III™ and Pop™ are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Stalker™ LIDAR is a trademark of Applied Concepts, Inc. Spectre I™ and Spectre IV™ are trademarks of Stealth Micro Systems Pty. Ltd. Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar® is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.12V DC Power JackOn-Off/Volume ControlAllows you to adjust the volume of the tone alerts.LaserEye For 360° detection of laser signals.Windshield Bracket Release Button Item# Description 420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord 420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord 545-159-N-001 Windshield Mounting Bracket CLP-2B Dual Port Power Adapter Program/Mute ButtonFor manual mute of audio alerts (and to enter programming mode).XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 2-37 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®1ContentsIntroductionIntroductionImportant Information ............................................................................... A1Customer Assistance ................................................................................. A1Controls, Indicators, Connections and Display .......................................... A2Product Features........................................................................................ A3Your DetectorInstallation ................................................................................................ 2Getting Started ............................................................................................. 5EasySet Programming ............................................................................... 6Settings ....................................................................................................... 10 IntelliShield Highway/City Modes ............................................................ 10Muting an Alert ........................................................................................ 12Auto Mute Mode ...................................................................................... 12Auxiliary Audio Jack ................................................................................ 12IntelliMute ...............................................................................................13IntelliMute Pro ......................................................................................... 16Compass .................................................................................................. 17Pop Alert .................................................................................................. 19K, Ku and X Band Detection .....................................................................19VG-2 Alert ................................................................................................ 20Spectre I & IV+ Alerts .............................................................................. 21SmartPower ............................................................................................. 22DigiView Data Display Brightness ............................................................ 23Detection ..................................................................................................... 25 Signals Detected ...................................................................................... 25Audio Alerts ............................................................................................. 25Visual Display .......................................................................................... 25Instant-On Detection ................................................................................ 29Pop Detection .......................................................................................... 29Responding to Alerts ............................................................................... 29Understanding Radar and Laser ................................................................. 30Maintenance ................................................................................................ 32Specifications .............................................................................................. 33WarrantyLimited 1-Year Warranty ............................................................................. 34Customer AssistanceProduct Service .......................................................................................... 35Optional Accessories .................................................................................. 36Accessories Order Info ................................................................................ 37Trademark Acknowledgement ..................................................................... 37XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 1 8/30/10 8:37 AM
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 a point approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on the front 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 view out the back window to allow 360° detection.Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materials and objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include: g Windshield wiper blades g Mirrored sun screens g Dark tinting at the top of the windshield g Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles (Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM). Consult your dealer to see if you have this option.Windshield MountingThe LaserEye Should Have a Clear ViewWindshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting 1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket.2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean.3. Push the bracket firmly onto the windshield.4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check the angle of the unit.5. To adjust the angle if necessary, gently push or pull on the bracket to bend it. DO NOT use the detector to bend the bracket.6. Plug the power cord into the detector.7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by pressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 2-3 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Getting Started •Getting StartedYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®5InstallationYour Detector4EnglishDashboard Mounting System ReadyPower On TestingOn-Off/Volume Control Rotate 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 when parking for lengthy periods. Cobra recommends leaving SmartPower at the factory setting, which is On.Start-Up Complete __ h 1. 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 backing from one side of the hook-and-loop fastener.3. Attach the pad to the dashboard at your chosen location and remove the other paper backing.4. Attach the detector to the hook-and-loop fastener. You can remove and reattach the unit as often as you like.5. Plug the power cord into the detector.6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.To Turn On the Unit and Adjust the Audio VolumeRotate the On-Off/ Volume control clockwise (away from you).Tone Visual DisplayThree beeps Testing System ReadyThe display will then cycle through the user mode settings (city or highway, Intellimute and SmartPower status).Start-up is complete when the display shows – – h.Important: Once the compass is calibrated, the dashes will change to one of the cardinal compass directions (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW). See page 17 to calibrate the compass.XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 4-5 8/30/10 8:37 AM
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: g Buttons can have multiple functions. g 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 detect signals while in Program mode. During programming, if no buttons are pushed for ten seconds, the unit will automatically exit Program mode and save the last settings.Programming User ModesThe tables on pages 8 through 9 show you how to program all user modes and 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 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 the Program/Mute button for two seconds.Tone Visual DisplayThree beeps Program will appear. Then brief programming instructions will scroll through the display three times.While the programming instructions are scrolling, press and release the Select/Dim button to cycle through the user modes.One beep with each button pressAs each mode is displayed, the current setting for that mode will be shown.With the user mode you wish to change displayed, press and release the Set/City button to change the setting.To move to the next selection, press the Select/Dim button again.One or two beeps, depending on your selectionThe setting you select will be shown.When you have finished programming any or all of the user modes, press and release the Program/Mute button to exit Program mode. Or simply wait ten seconds without pushing any buttons.One beep When you exit Program mode, the new setting will automatically be saved and EXIT PROGRAM and Settings Saved! will appear in the display. EXIT PROGRAM PROGRAM Settings Saved!XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 6-7 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Mode Tone Visual Setting ResultVG-2 Detect modeTwo beeps VG-2 Detect On Unit will detect VG-2 signals.One beep VG-2 Detect Off Unit will not detect VG-2 signals.VG-2 Audio mode (not shown if VG-2 detect is Off)Two beeps VG-2 Audio On With VG-2 Detect On, the unit will give audible alerts for VG-2 signals.One beep VG-2 Audio Off With VG-2 Detect Off, the unit will give only visual alerts for VG-2 signals.Spectre Detect mode Two beeps Spectre Detect OnUnit will detect Spectre I & IV+ signals.One beep Spectre Detect OffUnit will not detect Spectre I & IV+ signals.Spectre Audio mode (not shown if Spectre detect is Off)Two beeps Spectre Audio OnWith Spectre Audio On, unit will give audible alerts for Spectre signals.One beep Spectre Audio OffWith Spectre Audio Off, unit will give only visual alerts for Spectre signals.SmartPower modeTwo beeps SmartPower On SmartPower is On.One beep SmartPower Off SmartPower is Off.X Band Detect modeTwo beeps X Band On Unit will detect X Band signals.One beep X Band Off Unit will not detect X Band signals.K or Ku Band Detect modeTwo beeps K or Ku Band On Unit will detect K or Ku Band signals.One beep K or Ku Band Off Unit will not detect K or Ku Band signals.Set display Dim mode default*Two beeps Display Dim Partially dimmed for dusk or night driving.One beep Display Dimmer More dimmed for dusk or night driving.One beep Display Dark Display is Off.Restore factory settingsOne beep Restore Factory SettingsResets user modes and settings to factory default.Exit program One beep EXIT PROGRAM 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.EasySet Programming Menu9EasySet Programming MenuYour Detector Your DetectorMode Tone Visual Setting ResultSet IntelliShield City mode default*Two beeps City X A single beep sounds when the signal is first detected.One beep City X beep OffAudio for all X band alerts are blocked until signal strength reaches Level 3.One beep City X+K Combines the City X mode with prevention of K band audio alerts until signal strength reaches Level 2.IntelliMute modeTwo beeps IntelliMute On All alerts (except for strobe signals from emergency vehicles) are automatically muted below the engine rev point you set.One beep IntelliMute Off Normal operation.Set IntelliMuteRPMs One beep Set IntelliMute(see page 14 to set activation point) Allows you to set the engine rev point while using IntelliMute. Note: Only shown if IntelliMute is Off.IntelliMute Pro modeTwo beeps IntelliMute Pro OnAll radar, VG-2 and Spectre detection is turned Off below the engine rev set point.One beep IntelliMute Pro OffNormal operation.AutoMute modeTwo beeps AutoMute On The audio volume of all alerts will be automatically muted after four seconds for 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 compassOne beep Set Compass Allows you to calibrate the compass. (see page 17 to calibrate compass)Pop Detect modeTwo beeps Pop Detect On Unit will detect Pop signals. One beep Pop Detect Off Unit will not detect Pop signals. 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 7.8English Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 8-9 8/30/10 8:37 AM
SettingsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®11SettingsYour Detector10 EnglishSettings •IntelliShield Highway/City ModesYour detector is equipped with IntelliShield false signal rejection technology which consists of 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 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 mode combines the City X mode with prevention of K band audio alerts until the signal strength reads Level 2. This will reduce false alerts while you are driving 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 releaseHighway Mode NW hCity Mode NW cTo Change From Highway Mode to City ModePress and release the Set/City button.Tone Visual DisplayOne beep c appears in the displayTo Change From City Mode Back to Highway ModePress and release the Set/City button again.Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps h appears in the displayTo Set the City Mode Default Directly Using the Set/City ButtonPress and hold the Set/City button.Tone Visual DisplayOne beep each time the display cyclesCycles – see chart aboveRelease the Set/City button to select the current display as default.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 beep City X Beep OffOne beep City X+KTwo beeps City XPress and hold the Set/City buttonCityX+KCity XCity X Beep Off NOTEWhen you change to City mode, the unit will enter whichever city default mode is set at the time.City X Beep Off City X Beep OffCity X+K City X+KCity X City XSet/City ButtonPress and holdXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 10-11 8/30/10 8:37 AM
To Turn On or Off an Audio Alert Using the Program/Mute ButtonPress and release the Program/Mute button.Tone Visual DisplayNone NoneSettingsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®13SettingsYour Detector12 EnglishIntelliMuteIntelliMute is a unique 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 low speed and automatically mutes audio alerts (except for strobe signals from emergency vehicles). Before IntelliMute will work, you must set an activation point for your engine’s revs (see page 14). Whenever the revs are below that point, IntelliMute will begin muting. The activation point will be stored in memory and recalled each time the power is turned On. An i will appear in the display when IntelliMute is On. The factory setting is IntelliMute Off. NOTE IntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sense the engine’s revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alerts by 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 DisplayTwo beeps IntelliMute On, then i appears in the displayOne beep IntelliMute OffTo Turn Auto Mute On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Auto Mute. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps Auto Mute OnOne beep Auto Mute OffAuxiliary 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.Auto Mute On AutoMute On AutoMute OffAuto Mute Off N W i hIntelliMute On Intelli Mute OnIntelliMute Off Intelli Mute OffMuting an AlertYour detector allows you to quickly turn Off an Audio Alert by momentarily pressing 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 Mode Auto 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.Program/Mute ButtonPress and releaseAuxiliary Audio JackXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 12-13 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Program/Mute ButtonSet/City ButtonSettingsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®15SettingsYour Detector14 EnglishTone Visual DisplayOne beep IntelliMute not set Please try againOne beep IntelliMute Off NOTEIf the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three seconds or if you do not set a rev point within 20 seconds of beginning these steps, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn Off. Press SET... Set Intel...Setting IntelliMute RPMs Intelli Mute Set! IntelliMu... Please tr...IntelliMute Not Set Intelli Mute OffIntelliMute OffTo Set the IntelliMute Activation Point Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Set IntelliMute.Tone Visual DisplayNone Set IntelliMutePress and release the Set/City button to begin setting IntelliMute RPMs.Two beeps Press SET at desired RPMs…Rev your engine to the level you wish to set. Rev the engine slightly above idle and hold revs steady for two seconds.None NoneAt the desired rev level, press and release the Set/City button.Three beeps IntelliMute Set!Press and release either the Select/Dim button to proceed to the next user mode or the Program/Mute button 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. NOTE The rev point must be reset if you use your detector in a different vehicle.NOTE When 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 individual preferences 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 Point N W i hAbove Activation Point N W i hSelect/Dim ButtonXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 14-15 8/30/10 8:37 AM
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 CompassNOTE Before using it for the first time, you must calibrate the compass to provide 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 store information about the magnetic fields generated by your vehicle.The compass will remain accurately calibrated as long as your detector is mounted in the same place in your vehicle. If you change the location where the unit is mounted or move it to another vehicle, you must recalibrate the compass.The compass temporarily may not provide accurate readings if you are inside a building or enclosure, or are close to a large metal tractor/trailer, truck, or train. Once you are away from such a location, the compass will work correctly again.NOTE When the instructions direct you to drive in two circles, a large parking lot is the most convenient place to do so. It does not matter what direction your vehicle is pointing when you start the circles, which direction you go to make the circles, and it does not have to be exactly two circles. You do NOT have to make perfect circles. You can drive in any pattern, as long as you make two complete turns. Four three-point turns, two small squares, or any two complete loops will work as well as two circles. It does not matter what size the circles are, if your speed is constant, 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-Point CompassNSWNWSWENESEIntelliMute Pro prevents detection by radar detector detectors (RDDs) such as VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+ when traveling at slower speeds. It is intended for use by experienced users only. When IntelliMute Pro is turned On, and engine RPMs are below the IntelliMute activation point, your detector’s radar detection circuits are turned Off to prevent detection by RDDs.Before IntelliMute Pro can be turned On, you must have turned On and Set the IntelliMute activation point. (See pages 13 through 15.)To Turn IntelliMute Pro On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to IntelliMute Pro. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps IntelliMute Pro On, then i blinks in the displayOne beep IntelliMute Pro Off, then i is steady in the displayIntelliMute Pro On Intelli Mute Pro On Intelli Mute Pro OffCAUTION When IntelliMute Pro is On, NO radar signals will be detected and NO alerts will be given at RPMs below the IntelliMute activation point. N W i h N W i hXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 16-17 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Your DetectorComes Close to a Cobra®19Settings18Pop AlertThe 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 a single, short-time pulse to measure the target vehicle’s speed.The Pop mode receiver senses Pop singles beyond the effective range of Pop radar guns. As the Pop mode receiver is so sensitive, you should limit the use of Pop Detect mode to highway and rural driving.Pop Alert will alert you to Pop radar signals. During the alert, the unit continues 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 beeps Pop OnOne beep Pop OffK, Ku and X Band DetectionThe new Ku Band may be introduced to North America in the future. To prevent false alerts until it is, the factory default for Ku Band detection is Off. In parts of North America, annoying false alerts from door openers and similar devices are triggered on the X Band and K Band. If desired, X Band or K Band can be turned Off. The factory default for X Band and K Band detection is On.To Turn X, K and/or Ku Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to X, K or Ku band. Tone Visual Display Two beeps X-Band OnOne beep X-Band OffTwo beeps K-Band OnOne beep K-Band OffTwo beeps One beep Ku-Band OnKu-Band OffKu-Band On Ku-Band OnKu-Band Off Ku-Band OffX-Band Off X-Band OffK-Band On K-Band OnK-Band Off K-Band OffTone Visual DisplayOne beep Compass not set…Please try again… NOTEIf you do not press the Set/City button within two minutes after beginning the set compass process, compass calibration will automatically terminate. Compass n... Please tr...Terminate Set Compa...Set Compass Drive in... Press SET...Calibrate Compass Compass Set!Compass Set NW hTo 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 release the Set/City button to begin setting the compass.One beep Drive in 2 circles… Press SET when done…Within two minutes, drive your vehicle in a circle twice, then press the Set/City button again.Three beeps Compass Set! For two seconds followed by direction of travel (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W or NW)Press and release either the Select/Dim button to proceed to the next user mode or the Program/Mute button to exit Program mode.None NonePop Detect On Pop OnPop Detect Off Pop Off X-Band OnSettingsProgram/Mute ButtonSet/City ButtonSelect/Dim ButtonXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 18-19 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Your DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®21SettingsYour Detector20 EnglishSpectre I & IV+ AlertsPolice use radar detector detectors (RDDs) to spot users of radar detectors. Your detector is able to identify signals from Spectre I and Spectre IV+ RDDs and can provide alerts when any of these or similar devices are in use near your vehicle.Your detector can be spotted by Spectre IV+ RDDs, but is invisible to Spectre I RDDs. You can choose whether or not you want your unit to show Spectre Alerts. With Spectre Detect mode On, you can also choose whether or not you want your unit to sound audible Spectre Alerts. The factory settings are Spectre Detect Off, Spectre Audio Off.Spectre Detect On Spectre OnSpectre Detect Off Spectre Off ...Audio On ...Audio OffTo Turn Spectre Detect Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Spectre Detect. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps Spectre OnOne beep Spectre OffTo Turn Spectre Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to Spectre Audio. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps Spectre Audio OnOne beep Spectre Audio OffTo Turn VG-2 Detect Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to VG-2 Detect. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps VG2 On One beep VG2 OffTo Turn VG-2 Audio Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to VG-2 Audio. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps VG2 Audio OnOne beep VG2 Audio OffVG-2 Detect OnVG2 OnVG-2 Detect Off VG2 OffVG-2 Audio On ...Audio On ...Audio OffThe detector is undetectable by VG-2 detection devices and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. During the alert, the unit continues to detect other signals. You can choose whether or not you want your 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 Off and VG-2 Detect Audio Off.SettingsXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 20-21 8/30/10 8:37 AM
SettingsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®23SettingsYour Detector22 EnglishDigiView Data Display Brightness Your detector has a Bright display mode (for daytime driving) and three levels of Dim display modes (Dim for dusk driving, Dimmer for night driving and Dark where no visual alerts will be displayed) to control the display’s brightness levels. The factory setting is Bright. The factory Dim mode default setting is Dimmer.Dark Indicator.To Change the Brightness to Dim Press and release the Select/Dim button once.Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps Dim, Dimmer or DarkTo Change the Brightness to Bright Press and release the Select/Dim button again.Tone Visual DisplayOne beep Bright NOTEWhen you change to Dim mode, the unit will enter whichever dim default mode is set at the time.Dim Display DimBright Display BrightDimmer Display DimmerDark Display DarkSmartPower Your 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 beep and Pwr Save will appear on the display. To return the unit to normal Power mode 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 Entering Standby Mode Pwr Save ...Power On ...Power OffTo Turn SmartPower Mode On or Off Using Program Mode (See Page 7 For Instructions on Using Program Mode)In Program mode, go to SmartPower. Tone Visual DisplayTwo beeps SmartPower OnOne beep SmartPower OffSelect/Dim ButtonXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 22-23 8/30/10 8:37 AM
DetectionYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®25SettingsYour 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 Alerts A distinctly different Alert tone is used for each type of signal detected (including separate tones for each laser signal). For X, K, Ka and Ku 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 29.Visual DisplayAn indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the DigiView Data Display. During X, K, Ka and Ku alerts, you will also see from one to five 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) - - _ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - _1 2 34 5Setting 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 the Select/Dim button.Tone Visual DisplayOne beep each time the display cyclesCycles – see chart aboveRelease the Select/Dim button to select the current display as default.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 beeps Dim One beep DimmerOne beep DarkSelect/Dim ButtonPress and hold Select/Dim buttonDimDarkDimmerXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 24-25 8/30/10 8:37 AM
DetectionYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®27DetectionYour DetectorLTI 20-20 Laser 2 0 /20LTI Laser LTI LaserKustom Signals Laser 340 Kustom Laser 340Kustom Signals Laser Kustom Laser NOTE Beep rate changes with different laser alerts.Strobe 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.Radar Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal Visual Display X Band Radar X and Signal Strength K Band Radar K and Signal Strength Ka Band Radar Ka and Signal Strength Ku Band Radar Ku and Signal Strength Pop Radar Mode Pop X Signal Detected X 2 - - - K Signal Detected K - 3 - - - - - - Ka Signal Detected - - _ - - K a - - - 5 - - - - - - - - - - - _Ku Signal DetectedPop Signal Detected Pop _ - K u - - 4 - - - - - - - - - Stalker LIDAR Stalker LidarLaser Atlanta Speedlaser Kustome Signals ProLaser II Speedlaser ProLaser II26 EnglishLaser Signals, Voice and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayLTI 20-20* LTI 20-20LTI Laser* LTI LaserKustom Signals Laser 340* Kustom Laser 340Kustom Signals Laser* Kustom LaserStalker LIDAR* Stalker LidarLaser Atlanta SpeedLaser/Kustom Signals-ProLaser II* SpeedLaser...ProLaser II* Your detector provides 360° detection of these signals.XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 26-27 8/30/10 8:37 AM
DetectionYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®29DetectionYour Detector28 EnglishDescription Interpretation Recommended ResponseTone repeats slowly at first, then speeds up rapidly.Probably police radar. FULL ALERTTone sounds one time only.Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar, Spectre I or VG-2 nearby.Exercise cautionTone instantly begins repeating rapidly.Radar, Spectre I or VG-2 nearby has been activated suddenly.FULL ALERTPop mode tone. Pop mode gun very close. FULL ALERTTone repeats slowly as you approach a hill or bridge, then speeds up sharply as you reach 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 emergency 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.Pop DetectionYour detector is designed to detect single pulse mode radars. These radars are designed to have a low probability of detection. You should note that these radar guns have a much shorter range while in this mode.Responding to Alerts NOTEThere are different tones for each Safety Alert. NOTEThere are different tones for each alert.VG-2 Alert Signal Detected VG2Spectre Alert Signal Detected SpectreRoad Hazard Alert Signal Detected Road HazardTrain Alert Signal Detected TrainEmergency Alert Signal Detected Emergency...Safety Alert Signals and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayEmergency Vehicles Emergency VehicleRoad Hazards Road HazardTrains TrainVG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alert Signals and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Visual DisplayVG-2 Alert VG2Spectre SpectreXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 28-29 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®31Understanding Radar and Laser30 EnglishYour Detector Understanding Radar and LaserYour DetectorStrobe AlertSpecial strobes mounted on the light bars of authorized emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police cars, ambulances) automatically change traffic signals as the vehicle approaches an intersection. These strobes and the special strobe detectors located on the traffic signals, introduced fairly recently by 3M and Tomar, are already in use in more than 1000 cities nationwide. 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: g 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. g 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. g Can LIDAR operate while in motion?No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannot drive the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time. g Is LIDAR legal to use?Yes. It is legal in all 50 states.Understanding Radar and Laser •Radar Speed Monitoring SystemsThree band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (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 radar bands, plus Ku band (13.435 GHz), which is an approved frequency used in parts of Europe and Asia.VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ are radar detector detectors (RDDs) that work by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be spotted by VG-2 and Spectre I RDDs. However, your detector can be spotted by Spectre IV+ RDDs. Your unit detects signals from these or similar devices and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle.Safety Alert Traffic Warning SystemFCC-approved Safety Alert transmitters emit microwave radar signals that indicate the presence of a safety-related concern. Depending on the frequency of 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, most conventional radar detectors will detect Safety Alert signals as standard K band radar. Your detector, however, is designed to differentiate between standard 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 vehicle approaching, please pull over to the right side of the road and allow it to pass.XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 30-31 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®33Specifications32 EnglishYour DetectorUnderstanding Radar and Laser and MaintenanceYour 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 a single short time pulse to measure the target vehicle’s speed. Despite the fact that the short, single pulse makes the unit very sensitive to officer hand and vehicle movement and reduces the range of the gun in Pop mode to 50% of its range in Continuous Wave mode, this feature is added in an attempt to make 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 alerts because of its extra sensitivity. This is especially so in urban areas. As a result, 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.Maintenance •Maintenance of Your Radar DetectorYour detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance without the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required.If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps: g Make sure the power cord is properly connected. g Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. g Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter. g 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.)SpecificationsBand and Frequencies Band Frequencies X Band 10.525 ± 0.050 GHz K Band 24.125 ± 0.125 GHz Ka Band 34.700 ± 1.300 GHz Ku Band 13.435 ± 0.035 GHz VG-2 11.500 ± 0.250 GHz Laser 910 ± 50nm 100 PPS 910 ± 50nm 125 PPS 910 ± 50nm 130 PPS 910 ± 50nm 200 PPS 910 ± 50nm 238 PPS 910 ± 50nm 340 PPS Spectre I 13.300 ± 0.200 GHz Spectre IV/IV+ Not Disclosed Safety Alert 24.070 ± 0.010 GHz Traffic Warning 24.110 ± 0.010 GHz System 24.190 ± 0.010 GHz 24.230 ± 0.010 GHz Strobe 700 ±300 nm 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. XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 32-33 8/30/10 8:37 AM
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®35Product ServiceCustomer Assistance34 EnglishWarrantyWarrantyProduct Service •For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or if parts are missing…PLEASE CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the store. See customer assistance on page A1.If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra first at 773-889-3087 BEFORE sending the product. This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on any repair. If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its factory, the following must be furnished to have the product serviced and returned: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 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 60707 U.S.A.6. Please allow three to four 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.Limited 1-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra Radar/Laser Detectors, and the com po nent parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of first consumer purchase. This war ran ty may be enforced by the first consumer pur 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 Radar/Laser Detectors, products or com po nent parts upon de liv ery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, ac com pa nied by 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 the return 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 resides outside 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 purpose are 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 sion or limitation of incidental or con se quen tial dam ag es, so the above lim itations may not apply to you.XRS9670_MANL_A.indd 34-35 8/30/10 8:37 AM
36 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. See order info on page 37.Windshield 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-2BXRS9670_MANL_A.indd 36 8/30/10 8:37 AM

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