Cobra Electronics XRSR7-MDU RF LINK w/ RADAR DETECTOR User Manual
Cobra Electronics Corporation RF LINK w/ RADAR DETECTOR
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1/9/07 5:14 PM Page FC1 FO FT XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Introduction 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page A1 Important Information and Customer Assistance Important Information • Customer Assistance FT 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 Alert Use 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 Tomar 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. Some states and municipalities prohibit mounting any object on your windshield. If you drive in these states or areas; you can mount the MDU on the dash. Safe Driving Motorists 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 Remote Display Unit (RDU) in order to reduce the possibility of break-in and theft. Your Main Detector Unit (MDU) has a two-position bracket that, when in the up position, presents a very discreet profile from outside the vehicle. Customer Assistance • FO Use your owner’s manual to learn about product features. 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. Customer Assistance Operators, English and Spanish, 8:00 am to 6:00 p.m. Central Time Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087. Questions, English and Spanish, Fax: 773-622-2269. Technical Assistance, English only, www.cobra.com. English and Spanish e-mail, Product info@cobra.com. For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Contact Your Local Dealer ©2007 Cobra Electronics Corporation™ 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.com A1 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page A2 Controls, Indicators and Connections Introduction The XRS R7 provides detection capabilities for radar, laser and strobe signals. FT The XRS R9G has all the features of the XRS R7 plus a GPSL module with alerts when approaching photo-enforced intersections and roads with fixed red light/speed cameras. The XRS R9G can store up to 1,000 additional user programmable Location Alerts. IntelliLink™ Remote Display Unit (RDU) Full-Color Extreme Bright DataGrafix™ Display Two-Piece, Self-Adhesive Fasteners Main Detector Unit (MDU) Power & Pairing Button GPSL Connector 12-Volt Power Connector USB Connector Speaker Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) IS CE TH FA DS R R U A S W Y TO S FO Optional GPSL for Model XRS R7 and Standard on Model XRS R9G MDU Connector GPSL Cable A2 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Introduction 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page A3 In This Package In This Package • 12-Foot Power Cord - Fuse Box FT 12-Foot Power Cord - Accessory Plug 12V-5V USB Power Adapter USB/USB Mini Retractable Cable GPSL Cable (R9G Only) RDU Holster and Vent/Visor Clips FO Two Hoop Loop Strips for Mounting Holster MDU Power Cord Clips 20 clips and 20 adhesive squares Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® A3 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Introduction 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 1 Contents Warranty Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Introduction Important Information . . . . . . . . . .A1 Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . .A1 Controls, Indicators and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A2 In This Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A3 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . .4 FT Customer Assistance Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Trademark Acknowledgement . . . .42 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . .43 Accessories Order Info . . . . . . . . . .44 FO Your Detector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Controls and Display . . . . . . . . . . .15 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 EasySet Programming . . . . . . . . . .21 Program Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Detection Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Radar and Laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 User License User License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 2 Product Overview Introduction Cobra XRS R7 and XRS R9G • FT WARNING Modifications or parts not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void authority to operate this equipment. Read and understand the information in the Installation Overview and Installation sections of this manual for best operation. The XRS R7 consists of a Main Detector Unit (MDU) and a wireless Remote Display Unit (RDU). The XRS R9G adds a Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) module, providing fixed red light/speed camera location-based alerts. The XRS R7 can be upgraded with a Cobra GPSL and updated GPSL databases and features purchased later. Main Detector Unit (MDU) The MDU is equipped with an adjustable, two-position bracket for detection operation in the down (horizontal) position or in the up position for a less visible profile from the outside. The MDU issues audible messages during power-on and self-testing. The MDU is also equipped with an alternate power button used to power the unit or as a pairing switch, if the RDU is lost or broken and needs to be replaced. FO The MDU contains detection function sensors so proper mounting and orientation are important. English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Introduction 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 3 Product Overview Remote Display Unit (RDU) FT The RDU is a wireless remote controller/display module that shows alerts detected by the MDU. The RDU display uses an Extreme Bright DataGrafix™ (Organic Light Emitting Diode) Display to show large graphical alerts as signals are detected. The RDU uses a rechargeable lithium-ion (LiON) battery and is supplied with a holster and clips for mounting on heating/air conditioner vents or visor. Power cables and other adapters are supplied for charging this battery using the vehicle 12V vehicle power with accessory adaptor plug or via a PC USB port. The normal Auto Dark screen is dark with a moving dot. The Auto Dark screen provides discreet usage and helps conserve RDU battery life. The display color can be changed to match most dash illumination. Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) (XRS R9G Only) The GPSL module tracks vehicle location. It uses a database that alerts as it approaches photo-enforced intersections and roads with fixed red light/speed cameras. Use the GPSL functions to program alerts and store up to 1,000 user programmable Location Alerts. Software will be available to update the database and stay current with future hazards and warning locations. The GPSL module has no external controls and connects to the MDU with one cable. Registering Your Detector FO To register Cobra XRS R7 or XRS R9G go to www.cobra.com. Click on the Product Registration tab. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 4 Installation Overview Introduction Mount Unit Main Detector Unit (MDU) FT Note: To power the MDU, use one of the two power cords provided (See Page A3). • 12-Foot Power Cord – Acessory Plug: For connecton to 12-volt vehicle accessory outlet, or • 12-Foot Power Cord – Fuse Box: For connection to vehicle’s fuse box using the in-line fuse and wires. Fuse box hard wiring is recommended. Use this configuration to provide a more discreet installation. If you are unsure about making this connection yourself, contact a professional installer. On a negative grounded vehicle: Figure A FO ACC 1. Connect the positive wire [marked with a tag (+)] of the DC power cord to an accessory 12-volt fuse that is controlled by the ignition switch (Figure A). 2. Connect negitive wire (-) to a chassis ground location (Figure A). Body paint may may need to be removed to assure a good ground connection. English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 5 Installation Overview Introduction Figure B FT Figure C Mount MDU high on windshield to right of rear view mirror (Figure B). MDU must have clear view through windshield and parallel to the road (Figure C) and have clearance to snap into the “up” position. Position MDU for easy access to power switch, cable connections and for mirror movement. Mount the MDU on the windshield close to the headliner. Figure D External View THIS SURFACE TOWARDS SKY IMPORTANT: Do not block the MDU lens with the sun-shaded area of the windshield (Figure D) or the rear view mirror. FO Dash mounting results in decreased performance. Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles (Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM), may block or weaken incoming signals. Consult your automobile manufacturer. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 6 Installation Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) - (XRS R9G Model Only) FT Figure E Internal View Mount GPSL module close enough to the MDU for supplied cable to connect both modules (Figure E). Mount GPSL with proper side (“This Surface Toward Sky” wording embossed in unit case) attached to windshield and exposed to the sky. FO Figure F Internal View IMPORTANT: Some states and municipalities prohibit mounting any object on the windshield. If you drive in these states or areas, mount the MDU on the dash (Figure F). IMPORTANT: Both the MDU and GPSL units will need to be flipped upside-down compared to a dashboard installation. Pay special attention to mount GPSL unit with proper side (“This Surface Toward Sky” wording embossed in unit case) towards the sky. English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 7 Installation Main Detector Unit (MDU) FT 1. Position MDU before actual mount. • Do not attempt to adjust MDU bracket. • Using non-permanent pen, mark two opposite corners. • Hold unit in place. 2. Peel off film from two-piece fastener strips. Align with two corner markings made in step 1. Press MDU bracket against windshield. • Fastener strips cannot easily be removed. Strength of adhesive strips increases with time. FO • Do not pull on MDU for first 20 minutes. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 8 Installation FT 3. Loosen MDU (gray) bracket adjust knob. Adjust module Not In Use. to a position parallel to the Stored/Concealed Position. road. Tighten knob to set proper detection position. The MDU mounting bracket has two detent positions: Lower to Operating Detection Position. • one for detection operation (horizontal position) • one for storage or concealment (up position). Makes MDU less visible from outside. IMPORTANT: MDU FO will not provide radar detection in “Stored/Concealed” position. English Bracket Adjust Knob Detection Position XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 5:15 PM Page 9 4. Attach power cord to MDU. Use power cord clips to route to fuse box or lighter/accessory outlet, depending on the selected power cord. Surfaces must be clean and free of dirt, oil and dust. Plug in the power cord. FT Installation Your Detector 1/9/07 FO Internal View Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 10 Installation Remote Display Unit (RDU) Battery Installation • 2. Carefully plug battery wire connector into the battery connection port in RDU. Connector only fits one way. FT 1. Turn RDU over and slide battery cover off of RDU body. 3. Replace battery cover. Battery Charging The unit is shipped with a sealed lithium-ion (LiON) batery pack that is rechargeable. FO IMPORTANT: Avoid temperature extremes (hot and/or cold) to help prolong battery life and performance. DO NOT leave RDU exposed to direct sunlight. If the RDU is mounted on vent, clip must be on lower fin to avoid hot air blowing on RDU battery compartment. NOTE: When battery begins to discharge too quickly, it is time to install a new battery. 10 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 11 Installation FT 1. Attach 12-volt – 5-volt retractable USB power cable to bottom of RDU and to 12-volt power adapter. 3. Initial charge for battery is two (2) hours. 2. Connect 12-volt power adapter to vehicle accessory outlet. FO WARNING This lithium-ion (LiON) battery should only be recharged inside the RDU. Do not substitute any other type of charging adapter or charging base to charge the battery. Battery damage, fire or explosion may result. NOTE: Lithium-ion (LiON) batteries are toxic. Please dispose of properly. Some municipal waste disposal agencies have special provisions for battery disposal. NOTE: After battery is fully charged, unit can be operated without retractable power cord until battery needs recharging. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 11 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 12 Installation RDU Holster FT A holster is provided to allow you to position the RDU for best driver visibility, access and while charging battery. A vent or visor clip will attach to rear of holster for easy removable mounting locations. Two self adhesive hook loop strips are also included for more permanent mounting most anywhere on the vehicle dashboard. FO Vent Clip Visor Clip Hook Loop Strips 12 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:42 PM Page 13 Installation Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) (XRS Model R9G Only) FT 1. Position GPSL before actual mount. • Hold GPSL unit in place with USB cable connected to MDU. • Using non-permanent pen, mark two opposite corners. • IS CE TH FA DS R R U A S W Y TO S 2. Peel off film from two-piece fastener strips. Align with two corner markings made in step 1. Press GPSL bracket against windshield. • Fastener strips cannot easily be removed. Strength of adhesive strips increases with time. FO • Do not pull on GPSL for first 20 minutes. 3. Connect cable between MDU and GPSL. IMPORTANT: Proper side of GPSL module (“This Surface Toward Sky” wording embossed in unit case) must be against windshield and face sky. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 13 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:42 PM Page 14 Installation Introduction GPSL Initial Satellite Lock • The GPSL module now needs to be linked to a satellite. GPSL Icon 2. Keep the unit turned on for at least 15 minutes. This will allow fast satellite acquistion in subsequent power-ups FT 1. With vehicle running and parked in an area clear of obstructions to the sky, turn On radar detector. FO NOTE: This procedure may need to be repeated if the unit has not been used after prolonged non-usage. 14 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 15 Controls and Display FT RDU Controls MUTE/Button Press for Standby Status Screens. Mutes an alert. MENU/SAVE Button Press to enter Menu screen. FO DIM/Button Press for display brightness. Navigates Program Screens. Adjusts volume in Menu mode. Adjusts volume DOWN in Volume mode. CITY/Button Toggle between Highway and City modes. Navigates Menu Screens. Adjusts volume UP in Volume mode. POWER/VOLUME Button A two second press and release turns unit on or off. Release for Standby Screen or Volume Screen. A momentary press for Volume screen. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 15 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 16 Controls and Display RDU Display The IntelliMute symbol shows activated feature. Changes to indicate if above or below Set-point when IntelliMute is turned on. (Refer to page 24.) FT Standby Screen RDU battery icon displays charge condition of RDU battery. Sections change to display battery level. The RDU link indicators show the the MDU is connected to the RDU by the wireless link. The indicator changes to show a lost connection. City/Highway symbol changes to indicate activated alert filtering mode. Compass indicator uses GPSL to indicate direction traveling. Indicator changes with vehicle direction.* FO When arrow displays, you can go to the Standby Control screens by pushing MUTE/ button. GPSL icon indicates GPS satellite lock. Icon changes to indicate lost signal condition.* *Note: Compass and GPSL icons only display if GPSL module is connected (optional for XRS R7, standard on XRS R9G). 16 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 17 Getting Started Power On/Off • 2. Unit cycles through power on/self test. Displays Standby screen when process completed. FT 1. Press power button on RDU. 3. Display changes to Auto Dark operating screen after 30 seconds (factory default). Can be changed to “Always On,” but will reduce battery On time. FO 4. Press, hold power button on RDU for more than two seconds to turn off unit. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 17 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 18 Getting Started Your Detector Standby Screen Menus Press Mute/ while the Standby screen displays to show Standby screen • Standby Screen FT menus. These screens display in this order when navigating Standby screen. I-Mute City/Hwy Mode RDU Battery Lat/Lon Car Voltage Speed Compass Compass, Speed and Latitude/Longitude screens only display if GPSL is connected to system. NOTE: Last Standby screen viewed will be one displayed when exiting Auto Dark mode. Standby Screen Standby screen displays information about detector: alert filtering, automatic muting functions and RDU battery status. If GPSL is connected, compass heading and GPS status icon also display. FO RDU Battery I-MUTE 18 English CITY RDU Battery screen displays status of RDU battery. Indicates charge left in battery or if it is plugged into power source and is charging. I-Mute/City or Hwy Mode I-Mute screen displays status of alert filtering (City or Highway modes) and automatic muting (IntelliMute) functions. Refer to related sections to set these features. Car Voltage Car Voltage screen displays voltage level of car battery. If battery voltage drops below 11.9 volts, an alert sounds. Low Car Voltage feature in Alert Settings programming must be activated. XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 19 Getting Started Screens display only if GPSL is connected. Compass FT Indicates driving direction. Compass NW Speed Indicates the GPSL system is tracking speed. Speed 55 Lat/Lon mph Displays latitude and longitude of present location. Lat / Lon FO 41º54'53"N 87º47'22"W Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 19 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 20 Getting Started Auto Dark • FT When Auto Dark screen is engaged, a small dot displays at bottom of screen to show that power is on. Touch any button to recall Standby screen. Highway/City Mode • IntelliShield® Tri-level City mode has a Highway mode and three City mode levels: City X, City X Beep Off and City X+K. IntelliShield® Tri-Level City Mode Toggle from Highway to City mode for three levels of Audio Alert suppression. Factory setting is City X. City X sounds a single beep when X band signal is first detected. The alert sounds when signal strength reaches level 3. City X+K combines City X mode with delay of K band audio alerts until signal strength reaches level 2. City X Beep Off blocks all X band audio alerts until signal strength reaches level 3. To change setting, navigate to the City Default screen. Press Mute/ button to cycle through options until setting to change displays. Press MENU/SAVE button to save select and return to Standby screen. FO Muting Alerts Manual Mute Press MUTE/button momentarily to turn off Audio Alert during an Alert condition. Press MUTE/button again during alert to turn on Audio Alert. After current alert is gone, detector will un-mute and next alert sounds. 20 English • XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 21 EasySet Programming Programming Overview • FT Begin all programming or setup with MENU/SAVE button. Select this to change USER or ALERT settings. USER settings customize how system handles alert filtering, audio-related options, visual options and system-related options. ALERT settings determine which ALERT types are activated. ALERT settings on the XRS R9G model includes GPS-related features. Press MENU/SAVE button again to save feature and function changes and return to Standby screen. If a button is not pressed within 15 seconds while in Setup/Programming mode, Standby screen displays and settings made up to this point are saved automatically. User Settings NOTE: You can restore factory settings at any time. Enter USER or ALERT settings sub-menu and display shows left arrow , down arrow and right arrow. Arrows correspond with arrows on DIM, MUTE and CITY buttons on RDU. Alert Settings FO Press left arrow to return to previous screen. Press right arrow to access next screen. Press down arrow to make change. Press MENU/SAVE button to exit setup program and save new settings. If a button is not pressed within 15 seconds while in Setup/Programming mode, Standby screen displays and settings made up to this point are saved. Each of these functions and settings are explained in SETTINGS section of this manual. NOTE: Advancing at the end of menu returns to beginning of menu. NOTE: Setup/Programming mode cannot be accessed during an alert. Unit does not detect signals while in Setup/Programming mode. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 21 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 22 Program Navigation Program Flow Diagrams User Settings Diagram • FT Screens display in this order when navigating through User Settings menu. Speed Units screen displays only if GPSL is connected to system. Pair RDU screen displays only if system detects a missing RDU connection. City Default Intelli Mute Pair Remote User Settings Voice/ Tone RDU Beeps Display Color Auto Mute Restore Factory Settings FO NOTE: Only shown if RDU lock is lost. 22 English Speed Units NOTE: Only shown when GPSL is installed. Smart Power Display Set-up XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 23 Program Navigation Alert Settings Diagram FT Screens display in this order when navigating through Alert Settings menu. Speed Alert, Display GPS Db Date and Delete ALL User Locations screens display only if a GPSL is connected to system. K Band X Band Delete All User Locations Display GPS Db KU Band POP Alert Settings Speed Alert VG-2 Spectre Low Car Voltage Safety Alert FO These screens display only if GPSL is connected. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 23 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 24 Settings Your Detector Programming User Settings IntelliMute® Mode • FT Set IntelliMute to mute alerts when vehicle is stopped or moving slowly. Intellimute senses engine RPMs and mutes alerts. IntelliMute does not mute strobe signals from emergency vehicles. IntelliMute works with City and Auto Mute modes. Set an RPM activation point to start IntelliMute. IntelliMute begins muting alerts when engine RPMs fall below set RPMs. The activation point is stored in memory and recalled each time the power is turned on. IntelliMute is factory set off. An IntelliMute icon appears in display when IntelliMute is on and activation is set. When engine RPMs fall below the activation point, Arrow points down. Arrow points up when engine RPMs are above the activation point. If unit stops sensing the engine’s RPMs, IntelliMute indicates an error and automatically turns off. When initially choosing your IntelliMute activation point, a setting approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above idle is recommended. Reset the activation point at any time to fit individual preferences and driving style. FO NOTE: Reset RPM point if detector is used in a different vehicle. IntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sense the engine’s RPMs. Reduce unwanted audio alerts by using Auto Mute IntelliShield® Tri-level and City Mode. WARNING DO NOT attempt to set the RPM point while driving. Your vehicle should be parked and idling to avoid a collision during the process. 24 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 25 Settings Setting IntelliMute From the IntelliMute Setup screen: 1. Press MUTE/ button to start setup. 2. Press and hold the vehicle accelerator at desired engine RPMs. FT 3. Press DIM/button to complete setting process. System stores engine RPM setting and displays a completion message and a tone or voice message. Unit must sense a usable pulse within three seconds or a set RPM point within 30 seconds of beginning of setup, or IntelliMute detects an error and turns off. Change a set activation point by accessing Set IntelliMute in User Settings Programming. Repeat three-step setup process above. Auto Mute Mode Auto Mute reduces audio volume of all alerts after four seconds. Alerts remain muted as long as signal is detected. Alerts sound at full volume as long as signal is detected when Auto Mute is off. Auto Mute factory setting is on. Press the MUTE/ from the Auto Mute screen to change the setting. Voice or Tone Mode Set detector to sound alerts and confirm program settings with a Voice or a Tone. Voice Alert provides voice messages in addition to tones. Tone Alert provides tones only. Factory setting is Voice Alert. Remote Display Unit (RDU) Beep Level RDU Beep sets the volume level for the keypad confirmation tones of the RDU. Choose from low, high or off RDU beep level volumes. FO RDU Display Color RDU screen color theme is customizable to match your personal preference or your vehicle’s dash illumination. Choices include Multi-Color, Red, Blue, Orange or Green. Factory setting is Multi-Color. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 25 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 26 Settings Display Setup FT Display Setup determines how long RDU button backlight and display stays on and delay time before RDU screen switches to Auto Dark mode. Set RDU display time for 15 seconds, 30 seconds, one minute, three minutes or Always On. Factory default is 30 seconds. NOTE: If selecting “Always On” setting, RDU battery will need charging more frequently. Smart Power Mode SmartPower feature turns system off five minutes after car’s engine is turned off. Before SmartPower engages, three beeps sound and SmartPower flashes on display. Start the car or press Power/Pairing button to return to normal power. Factory setting is SmartPower On. Speed Units (Shown only if GPSL is connected) Displays vehicle speed in miles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour (km/h). Factory setting is MPH. Restore Factory Settings FO Restore detector to original settings here. Confirmation messages display during process. 26 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 27 Settings Programming Alert Settings POP Alert • FT With Pop Detect mode on, signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is Pop Detect Off. X Band Alert With X Band Detect mode on, signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is X Band Detection On. K Band Alert With K Band Detect mode on, signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is K Band Detect On. Ku Band Alert With Ku Band Detect mode on, signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is Ku Band Detect Off. VG-2 Alert Detector is undetectable by VG-2 detection devices. An alert is given when such a device is in use near the vehicle. When VG-2 Detect mode is On, VG-2 signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is VG-2 Detect Off. VG-2 Audio Mode FO When VG-2 Audio mode is On, alerts are heard and displayed. This setting is only available if VG-2 Alert is On. Factory setting is VG-2 Audio Off. Spectre 1 Alert Detector is undetectable by Spectre 1 detection devices. An alert is given when such a device is in use near the vehicle. When Spectre 1 Detect mode is On, Spectre 1 signals are detected and an alert given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is Spectre 1 Detect Off. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 27 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 28 Settings Spectre 1 Audio Mode FT Spectre 1 Audio mode is only available if Spectre 1 Alert is on. Alerts are audio and displayed on screen. Safety Alert radar signals are detected and alerts given when Safety Alert mode is on. Factory setting is Spectre 1 Audio Off. Safety Alert When Safety Alert mode is On, Safety Alert radar signals are detected and an alert is given. During alert unit continues to detect other signals. Factory setting is Safety Alert On. Low Car Voltage Warning Many U.S. cars have continuous power to 12V outlet and if a device is connected/kept on, it will drain vehicle’s battery. To avoid this, XRS R7/R9G comes with Smart Power and Low Car Voltage Warning features. The detector emits a car battery low alert when voltage drops below 11.9 volts. The detector enters SmartPower mode to avoid further battery draining. Factory setting is Car Battery Low On. Speed Alert The following functions are available only if a Global Positioning System Locator is connected to the system. FO The Speed Alert with the GPSL module tracks vehicle speed and sounds an alert when set speed is exceeded. Speed settings increase or decrease in 5 MPH or km/h increments, depending upon Speed Units chosen in User Settings. Speed alert must be turned on to see Adjust Speed Setting screen. Factory setting is off. Display GPS Database Date The GPS database screen is only informational. The screen changes only when databases are updated. Delete all User Locations Delete all user-programmed location alerts with this screen. 28 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 29 Detection Alerts Detection Alerts Alert Screens • FT All alerts have a unique tone and a vocal alert if the Voice Alert feature is activated. Radar Alerts RADAR X1 Ku1 RADAR K1 RADAR Ka1 RADAR RADAR RADAR Radar alerts for X band, Ku band, K band and Ka band generate a screen display “RADAR,” signal type and a number (1-5) indicating the signal strength. A unique tone sounds with a vocal alert if the Voice Alert feature is activated. RADAR POP VG2 SP1 POP, VG2 or SP1 display depending on signal type detected. Laser Alerts ULTRA LYTE FO PRO LASER PRO LASER 3 20 / 20 Laser alerts are indicated by an “L” and laser signal type. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 29 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 30 Detection Alerts Emergency Vehicle Alerts EV FT Emergency vehicle alerts are indicated by “EV” and the label “EMERGENCY.” EMERGENCY Road Hazard Alerts Road Hazard alerts show “RH” and “ROAD HAZARD.” ROAD HAZARD Railroad Alerts RH Railroad alerts generate “RR” and “RAILROAD.” RAILROAD RR Low Car Voltage Alert CAR VOLTAGE LOW The detector emits a car battery low alert when voltage drops below 11.9 volts. The detector enters SmartPower mode to avoid further battery draining. Factory setting is Car Battery Low Off. WARNING The following screens are shown only if a Global Positioning System Locator (GPSL) is connected to the system. FO A detector system with a GPSL also receives alerts based on vehicle location and information in its databases. 30 English Photo Enforcement Alerts An alert to a Photo Enforcement area is indicated by a camera surrounded by a circle. As you get closer to the location, the circle and the camera get progressively larger and you hear a unique chime. If the Voice Alert is activated you will also hear a voice alert. XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 31 Detection Alerts User Location Alerts FT The system can store up to 1,000 User programmable Location Alerts set to give hazard warnings not known to the GPSL. The screen displays a flag surrounded by a circle. When approaching a stored location, the circle and flag get progressively larger. In addition, a unique tone sounds as vehicle approaches location. A voice alert sounds if Voice Alert is activated. NOTE: A particular User Location can be deleted only when the vehicle returns to that location and receives a User Location Alert. Press MENU/SAVE to delete that location. A confirmation screen displays with “Yes” and “No” selections. Press “Yes” to confirm User Location Deleted. Press “No” to cancel delete. Speed Alerts Speed Alert 55 Speed alerts are generated when the GPSL senses the vehicle is going faster than the speed setting programmed in the Alert Setting menu. The display indicates actual vehicle speed and a tone sounds. All radar, laser, strobe and safety alerts have priority and override this alert. Factory default is Off. FO mph Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 31 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 32 Radar/Laser and GPS Understanding Radar and Laser Radar Speed Monitoring Systems • X band K band Ka band Ku band 10.525 GHz 24.150 GHz 33.400 – 36.000 GHz 13.435 GHz Your detector detects signals in all four radar bands. FT Four band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment: VG-2 and Spectre 1 VG-2 and Spectre 1 are “detector detectors” that work by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be detected by VG-2 or Spectre 1, but does detect VG-2 and Spectre 1 signals and alerts you when a device is in use near your vehicle. Safety Alert Traffic Warning System FCC-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, train or a stationary road hazard. Because these microwave signals are within the K band frequency, most conventional radar detectors 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. FO 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, watch for emergency vehicles ahead of you, on cross streets or behind you. If you see an emergency vehicle approaching, pull over to the right side of the road and allow it to pass. 32 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 33 Radar and Laser Strobe Alert FT Special 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 are already in use in more than 1000 cities nationwide. Cobra’s exclusive Strobe Alert detector detects these special strobes and sounds an emergency vehicle alert. When you receive such an alert, watch for an approaching emergency vehicle and pull over to allow it to pass. Contact your local fire and police departments for information about coverage in your area. LIDAR (Laser) The correct name for the technology that most people refer to as “laser” is actually LIDAR, 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 or tree branches prevent valid speed measurement. 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. Some common questions about LIDAR include: I Does weather have any affect on LIDAR? Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog or airborne dust particles reduce the effective range of LIDAR and can, with dense conditions, prevent its operation. 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. Is LIDAR legal to use? Yes. It is legal in all 50 states. FO Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 33 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 34 Radar and Laser Pop Radar Guns The 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. FO FT The Pop mode receiver senses Pop signals 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. 34 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 35 Maintenance Maintenance Detector is designed and built to give years of trouble-free performance without service. No routine maintenance is required. • Follow these steps if unit is not operating properly: Make sure power cord is properly connected. Make sure lighter/accessory outlet of vehicle is clean and free of corrosion. Make sure power cord’s accessory adapter is firmly seated in lighter/accessory outlet. Check power cord fuse (unscrew ribbed end cap of accessory adapter and examine fuse) or in-line fuse of cable to fuse box, depending on cord used. If required, replace with 2-amp fuse only. FT WARNING NOTE: Rechargeable battery packs should be recycled or disposed of properly in compliance with all applicable laws. Certain states or municipalities provide recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste removal authority for instructions. Do Not put battery packs into fire or expose to high heat. They may explode. FO WARNING To reduce risk of damage, use only approved battery packs. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 35 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Your Detector 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 36 Specifications Band and Frequencies • Frequencies X Band 10.525 ± 0.050 GHz K Band 24.125 ± 0.125 GHz Safety Alert Traffic Warning System 24.070 ± 0.010 GHz 24.110 24.190 ± 0.010 GHz ± 0.010 GHz ± 0.010 GHz 34.700 ± 1.300 GHz Ku Band 13.435 ± 0.050 GHz 910 ± 50 nm 700 ± 300 nm Ka Band 24.230 FT Band Strobe Laser 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. FO NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. 36 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 37 Warranty Warranty Warranty • FT COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its products, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a term of one year from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is used solely within the U.S.A and Canada. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt. The consumer must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service. Return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives the consumer specific rights, and he or she may also have other rights which vary from state to state. NOTE: Cobra makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the data in the products and disclaims any and all express, implied or statutory warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. 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; FO 4. If the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A and Canada. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 37 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 38 Warranty Warranty FT 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 the duration of an implied warranty and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to some consumers. FO It is the user’s responsibility to use this product prudently and responsibly. This product is intended to be used only as a travel aid and must not be used or any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location or topography. 38 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 User License 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 39 User License User License • FT This document and the software and data described in it are furnished under license and may be used or copied only in accordance with such license. Except as permitted by such license, the contents of this document, software and data may not be disclosed to third parties, copied or duplicated in any form, in whole or in part, without the prior written permission of Cobra Electronics Corporation. This document, software and DATA contain proprietary and confidential information of Cobra Electronics Corporation and its licensors. Cobra grants the purchaser a limited license for use of this document, software and data incorporated in its products for personal use, and not for resale, sublicense or commercial use. By using this product, the purchaser agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions of this license agreement. The purchaser acknowledges that the content of this document, software and data are the property of Cobra and its licensors and are protected by copyright laws of the USA and international treaties. The purchaser agrees not to modify, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the software, DATA or any part thereof, nor to create derivative works based on the contents of the document, software or data, nor remove or obscure any copyright, trademark notice, or restrictive legend. The purchaser agrees not to export or re-export this document or this product to any country in violation of the export control laws of the U.S.A. FO The contents of this document, software and data are for informational use only and are subject to change without notice. Cobra and its licensors intend to provide their customers the most complete and accurate location database for red light/speed cameras available from government and private data sources. However, all data sources have limitations and some have inaccuracies or are incomplete to some degree. These characteristics carry over to this product as well. As such, COBRA AND ITS LICENSORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. THIS PRODUCT IS PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “WITH ALL FAULTS BASIS” AND COBRA AND LICENSORS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, QUALITY, ACCURACY, TITLE AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 39 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 User License 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 40 User License FT NO ORAL OR WRITTEN ADVICE OR INFORMATION PROVIDED BY COBRA AND/OR ITS LICENSORS OR ANY OF THEIR AGENTS, EMPLOYEES OR THIRD PARTY PROVIDERS SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY AND USER IS NOT ENTITLED TO RELY ON ANY SUCH ADVICE OR INFORMATION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES IS AN ESSENTIAL CONDITION OF THE AGREEMENT. FO Cobra encourages customers to report any errors found in our data by contacting technical assistance (available in English and Spanish) at product info@cobra.com (e-mail), by visiting our website: www. cobra.com, or by calling customer assistance (available in English and Spanish) at 773-889-3087 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays). 40 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Customer Assistance 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 41 Product Service Product Service • For questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or if parts are missing…CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the store. FT If this product should require factory service, call Cobra before sending the product. This will ensure the fastest turn-around 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. For Warranty Repair, include some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. Make sure the date of purchase and product model number is clearly readable. If the originals are sent, they cannot be returned. 2. Send the entire product. 3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the product. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the product is to be returned, with phone number (required for shipment). 4. Pack product securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material. 5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS) or Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A. FO 6. If the product is in warranty, upon receipt of the product, it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 – 4 weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the product is out of warranty, a letter will automatically be sent with information as to the repair charge or replacement charge. For any questions, please call 773-889-3087 for assistance. Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 41 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Customer Assistance 1/9/07 5:15 PM Page 42 Trademark Acknowledgement Trademark Acknowledgement • FT Cobra®, 6 Band®, 9 Band®, DigiView®, EasySet®, Extra Sensory Detection®, IntelliMute®, 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. Opticom™ is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Cobra Electronics Corporation™, 11 Band™, 12 Band™, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™, Revolution™ Series, SmartPower™, Spectre Alert™, SuperXtreme Range Superheterodyne™, S-XRS™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. 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 trademarks of MPH Industries. Spectre™ is a trademark of Stalcar. Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. FO Tomar® is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc. 42 English XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 5:42 PM Page 43 Optional Accessories Dual Port Power Adapter GPS Locator (w/cable) Upgrade Kit (for Model XRS R7 Only) Includes adjustable plug (up to 90˚) and fuse IS CE TH FA DS R R U A S W Y TO S FT Customer Assistance 1/9/07 Item #RDA GPSL FO Item #CLP-2B LiON Replacement Battery Item #RDA LIBP Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 43 XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 Customer Assistance 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page 44 Accessories Order Info Ordering 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 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. FT Make Check or Money Order Payable To Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A. To Order Online Please visit our website: www.cobra.com Description CLP-2B RDA GPSL RDA LIBP Dual Port Power Adapter GPS Locator (w/cable) Upgrade Kit (for Model XRS R7 Only) LiON Replacement Battery FO Item # Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® 44 1/9/07 5:14 PM Page BC1 FT XRS_R7_R9G_1-5-07.qxd:Layout 1 CB Radios microTALK® Radios The Cobra line of quality products includes: Radar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert® Traffic Warning Systems Handheld GPS Receivers Mobile GPS Navigation Systems HighGear® Accessories FO CobraMarine® VHF Marine Radios CobraMarine® Chartplotters Power Inverters Accessories Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® For more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website: www.cobra.com English
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