The Whistler Group WH20 Radar Detector User Manual Manual 1

The Whistler Group Radar Detector Manual 1

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POP™Mode AlertsBecause POP™Mode radar utilizes the sameKor Ka band frequencies, POP™Mode Alerts will bedisplayed as regular radar alerts.LASER/RADAR ALERTSSpeed Radar Audio/Visual AlertsWhen X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID andsignal strength are displayed. The audio alert iscontinuous and has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep, the closer orstronger the radar source.Laser Audio/Visual AlertsWhen a laser signal is detected the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. • The Displays Shows:Pulse Protection®Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult todetect than conventional radar because itremains ‘off’ until activated to measure the speedof a targeted vehicle.When a pulse type transmission is detected, yourWhistler detector sounds an urgent 3-secondaudio warning and the display shows: After the 3-second pulse alert, the standard alertpatterncontinues for as long as the signal ispresent.It is important to respond promptly to a pulsealert, since warning time may be minimal.POP MODE ALERTSAlert PriorityWhen two or more signals are received at thesame time, the alert priority is:1.Laser2.Speed Radar3. Safety RadarExample:If X band is alerting, then suddenly a laser signal is detected, the laser warning will override the X band alert.INTELLICORDIntellicord® Ready Using Whistler’s optional Intellicord®Power Cableallows some models to control the detector’sfeatures such as Power On/Off, City Modes,Dim/Dark, and Quiet/Auto Quiet with a simplepress of the button on the Power Cable. Twofeatures can be controlled: one by a short press ofthe button, and the second by a long press of thebutton. Option Mode allows the user to programthe feature assignments.ALERT PRIORITYReset FeaturesAll user features can be reset to factory settings.•Unplug the Power Cord from the unit.•Press and hold the Power and Quiet buttons.•Plug the Power Cord into the unit.•Wait for 2 beeps.•Release the Power and Quiet buttons.Unit is now reset to the following features and settings.Default factory settings are:1.S1: (For Intellicord®) Power ON or OFF.2. S2: (For Intellicord®) Quiet feature.3. ADIM: ON (Auto Dim ON).4.HIGHWAY Mode.5.Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.6. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.7. Safety Radar OFF.8.Vehicle Battery Saver ON.9. Full Power Up sequence.10. Default TONE 3.11. All Bands ON.12. Laser ON.13. POP ON. 14. Voice ON.15. LED Periscope to BLNK.RESET FEATURESYour Whistler detector is expertly engineeredand designed to exacting quality standards toprovide you with reliable, trouble-free operation.If your unit has been correctly installed followingthe guidelines in this manual, but is not operating optimally, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below.PROBLEM: No display or audio.• Check fuse in plug; replace if necessary with a2 amp, 3AG type.•Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary.• Make sure lighter socket is clean.PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hitsbumps.• Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean.•Check connections at both ends of power cord. Substitute another cord to determine if cord is defective. Return defective cord to the factory.PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loudenough.•Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.• Check audio level setting (see page 8 ).If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide, pleasecall Whistler Customer Service at 1-800-531-0004or visit our F.A.Q. page atwww.whistlergroup.com/faq-detectors.asp,before returning your unit for service.TROUBLESHOOTINGCare And MaintenanceDuring the summer months, avoid prolongedexposure to direct sunlight by removing your unitfrom the dash when your vehicle is parked for anextended period of time. Do not spray water,cleaners, or polishes directly onto the unit. Thespray may penetrate through the openings anddamage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasivecleaners on the unit’s exterior.ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?In Most States YES!Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every state(with the exception of Virginia and Washington,D.C., which have local regulations restricting theuse of radar receivers in any vehicle) when usedin automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the FederalHighway Administration (FHWA) issued a regulation, effective January, 1994 which prohibitsradar and laser detector use in these types ofvehicles nationally. Prior to the FHWA regulation,laws existed in the state of New York restrictingthe use of radar detectors in trucks over 18,000lbs. and in Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.CARE AND MAINTENANCEFCC ID: HSXWH20This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device many not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that may causeundesired operation.Important: FCC requirements state thatchanges or modifications not expressly approvedby Whistler could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.SPEED MONITORINGRadar FactsA radar gun operates by transmitting radiowaves at certain frequencies which reflect offobjects and are picked up by the radar gun’sreceiving section. When a radar beam reflectsoff a moving target, a measurable frequency shiftoccurs. The radar unit converts this shift into milesper hour to determine your vehicle’s speed.Currently, the FCC (Federal CommunicationsCommission) permits operation of traffic radarguns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550 GHz), K Band(24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band (33.400 -36.000 GHz).Note: A radar detector will only alarm if anofficer is transmitting on any one of the aboveradar bands.FCC INFORMATIONPOP™ ModePOP™Mode is a feature on some newer radarguns operating on K and Ka bands. When the gunis in POP™Mode and activated, a brief burst ofenergy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmittedand the vehicle’s speed is quickly acquired. Adetector without POP™Mode detection capabilitycannot respond to this brief transmission.Laser FactsIt’s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targetedvehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles. Incontrast, a laser gun can target a specific vehicleout of a line of traffic and determine its speed. Theadvantage of laser over radar in terms of target identification is the result of the laser gun’snarrow beam. A radar gun’s transmission cancover more than a four-lane highway at a distanceof 1,000 feet, compared with a laser gun’stransmission which covers about 3 feet at thesame distance. For best protection, keep thesepoints in mind: •Because the vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets,mounting the Whistler detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at shortrange.•Do not follow closely behind any vehicle youcannot see through. If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detectorcan’t either.• The receiving range of your laser detector willnot be the same as a radar detector. Laser gunsare most often used at short range.Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all currentlaser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905+/- 10nm.Pro Laser™I II III •LT1 20-20 •Ultra LyteSPEED MONITORINGLaser TipsIf you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun canoften determine your speed within a few seconds after you receive an alert. In thissituation, there is generally no time to safelyadjust your speed. However, if you are travelingnear or behind the targeted vehicle and receivean alert, response time should be sufficient. Anylaser alert, regardless of duration, requiresimmediate action!Other Speed Detection SystemsSeveral techniques other than radar or laser areused to measure vehicle speeds. When thesemethods are being used, no detector can providea warning. These techniques include:• PPaacciinngg- A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed.•VVaassccaarr//AAiirrccrraafftt- The time it takes a vehicle to travel a known distance is measured.Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2,SpectreThe Interceptor VG-2 or simply VG-2, is one type ofmicrowave receiver used by Police to detect signals radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector.Because its purpose is to identify persons drivingwith radar detectors, these devices are known as a“radar detector detector” (RDD).An RDD is the primary tool used by the police toidentify radar detector equipped vehicles. If caughtin a state or country where detectors are illegal (seepage 18), drivers risk losing their radar detector andreceiving a fine. In addition, instant-on radar isalmost always used in combination with an RDD, leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receivetwo tickets - one potential for speeding, and theother for possession of a detector.SPEED MONITORINGNote: The newest tool Police have to detectradar detectors is called Spectre. Spectrecan detect the majority of undetectable (VG-2)laser/radar detectors on the market.It is the responsibility of the individual radar detectoruser to know and understand the laws in your arearegarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.WARRANTY INFORMATIONConsumer WarrantyThis Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warrantedto the original purchaser for a period of one yearfrom the date of original purchase against alldefects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed improperly, or if the housingand/or serial numbers have been removed. There areno express warranties covering this product otherthan those set forth in this warranty. All express orimplied warranties for this product are limited to theabove time. Whistler is not liable for damagesarising from the use, misuse, or operation of thisproduct.SPEED MONITORINGService Under WarrantyDuring the warranty period, defective units willbe repaired without charge to the purchaser whenreturned with a dated store receipt to the addressbelow. Units returned without a dated storereceipt will be handled as described in section“Service Out Of Warranty.” Due to the specialized equipment necessary fortesting a Laser-Radar receiver, there are noauthorized service stations for Whistler branddetectors other than Whistler.When returning a unit for service, please followthese instructions:1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested to:Whistler Repair Dept.1201 North Dixieland Rd.Rogers, AR. 72756Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.Important: Whistler will not assumeresponsibility for loss or damage incurred inshipping. Therefore, please ship your unitinsured with return receipt requested. CODswill not be accepted!2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed:•Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone number and an email address, if applicable.• A detailed description of the problem (e.g., “Unit performs self-test but does not respond ` to radar”).•A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale.WARRANTY INFORMATION3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number. For reference, please write your unit’s serial number in the following space: s/n______________.Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.Important: To validate that your unit is withinthe warranty period, make sure you keep acopy of your dated store receipt. You mayregister your warranty online at www.whistlergroup.com, however, for warranty verification purposes, a copy ofyour dated store receipt must accompany anyunit sent in for warranty work.Service Out of WarrantyUnits will be repaired at “out of warranty”service rates when:• The unit’s original warranty has expired.• A dated store receipt is not supplied.• The unit has been returned without its serial number.•The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly, or had its housing removed.The minimum out of warranty service fee foryour Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If yourequire out of warranty service, please returnyour unit as outlined in the section “ServiceUnder Warranty” along with a certified check ormoney order for $55.00. Payment may also bemade by MasterCard, VISA, or AmericanExpress; personal checks are not accepted. In the event repairs cannot be covered by theminimum $55.00 service fee, you will becontacted by a Whistler technical service specialistwho will outline options available to you. If youelect not to have your unit repaired, it will bereturned to you along with your certified checkor money order.WARRANTY INFORMATIONImportant: When returning your unit for service,be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address (if applicable).Customer ServiceIf you have questions concerning the operation of yourWhistler detector, or require service during or after thewarranty period, please call Customer Service at: 1-800-531-0004Representatives are available to answer your questionsMonday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) orvisit the F.A.Q.’s at www.whistlergroup.com.SPECI FIC ATIONSRadar Frequencies:10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)Operating Temperature Range:-20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F)Power Requirements:Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominalVehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.One or more U.S. patents may apply:#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120, #5,990,821POP™Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries, Inc.SWS™is a trademark of Safety Warning System L.C.Specifications are subject to change withoutnotice.WARRANTY INFORMATIONThese and other accessories can beordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visiting our online storeat www.whistlergroup.comOOrrddeerr ##DDeessccrriippttiioonnPPrriiccee 500501 Zipped Travel Case $ 9.95403774 Intellicord®$27.95202151 Windshield Bracket Kit $9.95206552 Straight Power Cord (5’) $14.95206553 Coiled Power Cord (7’) $15.95206880 Hardwire Kit (10' ) $9.95(for wiring to fuse box)206666 Modular* Cord Package $17.95(includes coiled and straight cords, and power adapter)159032 Package of 8 Suction Cups $2.95402081 Non Skid Dash Pad $6.95206660 Straight Modular Cord &Socket Multiplier $11.95206661 Coiled Modular Cord &Socket Multiplier $12.95* Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug.SShhiippppiinngg aanndd hhaannddlliinngg ((ppeerr oorrddeerr)) $$55..0000 .. PPrriicceessaarree ssuubbjjeecctt ttoo cchhaannggee wwiitthhoouutt nnoottiiccee..ACCESSORIESOWNER’S MANUALThe Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927Customer Return Center1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers, AR 72756Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004www.whistlergroup.comP/N 260014, ©2007 The Whistler Group, Inc.PRO-78Total Band Protection™LASER-RADARDETECTOR14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26
Model Features Summary ................................. 3 - 4Installation ........................................................ 5 - 6• Mounting Guidelines 5 • Windshield Mounting 6• Power Connection and Fuse Replacement 6Operation ....................................................... 7 - 13•Power On Self Test & Volume7• Teach/Tutorial Mode 7• Setting Saver 7• Feature Engaged Confirmation 7• Integrated Real Voice® 8• Audio Level Adjustment 8• Auto Quiet Mode 8• Quiet Mode 8• City/City 1/ City 2 Mode 9• Highway Mode 9• Dual LED Alert Periscope 10• Auto Dim 10• Dim/Dark Mode 10• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode 11• Filter Mode 11• Option Select Mode 12• Stay Alert Feature 13Safety Warning System™ ..................................... 13POP™Mode Alerts .............................................. 14Laser/Radar Alerts .............................................. 14• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts 14• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts 14• Pulse Protection®14• Alert Priority 15• Intellicord®15Reset Features .................................................... 16Troubleshooting Guide ....................................... 17 Care and Maintenance ........................................ 18Are Detectors Legal? .......................................... 18FCC Information .................................................. 19Speed Monitoring ......................................... 19 - 22• Radar Facts 19• POP™Mode 20• Laser Facts 20•Other Speed Detection Systems 21Warranty Information .................................... 22 - 25Specifications ......................................................25Accessories ......................................................... 26WHISTLER FEATURES5. Front Laser – high gain optical lens providesincreased sensitivity and field of view for leading-edge laser detection.6. Rear Laser – an integrated optical waveguide provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from behind.7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.8. Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encountersilences audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed. 9. Power / Volume Control – turns unit on/off and adjusts audio level. 10. Dim Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes.11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.12. Text Display – provides distinct visualconfirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.13. Dual Alert LED Periscope - provides an additional attention getting visual alert.14. Auto Dim - automatically adjusts the displaybrightness for the ambient light conditions.FEATURE DESCRIPTIONSMounting Guidelines•Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield. • Do not mount the unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect reception).• Some windshields have an Instaclear™or Electriclear™type coating, which affect radar signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s manual supplied with your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating.• Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with the windshield.•To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal yourunit when not in use.IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT: Make sure the unit is levelINSTALLATIONWindshield Mounting•Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes.• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen.Important: Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield. Thewindshield bracket may leave permanent marks onthis type of surface. To find out if your vehicle hasthis type of windshield, check the owner’s manual orask your dealer. We recommend that you do notleave the suction cup bracket on the window in directsunlight. If the detector is removed, this maycause blistering of the dash in some vehicles.• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place.•If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending thewindshield bracket. Press the bracket release buttonand remove the detector before bending.Power Cord Connection•Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power jack.• Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.NNoottee::Cord fits tightly into detector. Wheninstalling the cord, expect some resistance. Fuse ReplacementThe lighter socket plug is equipped with areplaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind thesilver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrewthe tip of the plug.IImmppoorrttaanntt::Unscrew slowly. The tip contains aspring which may fly out when disassembling.Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw onthe tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.Retighten occasionally.INSTALLATION CONT.OPERATIONAudio Level AdjustmentThe audio levels can be adjusted high to low orlow to high.• Move Power/Volume button back to increase audio level.• Move Power/Volume button forward to decrease audio level. As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level. Auto Quiet ModeAuto Quiet reduces the selected audio level tolevel (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar orsafety radar signal is detected. The alert for anynew signal within 20 seconds will resume at level(1). Auto Quiet does not affect laser alerts.• Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to engage Auto Quiet. • Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet.• Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) tocancel Auto Quiet mode.Quiet ModeQuiet cancels audio during an alert and any newalert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of noradar signal detected, 2 beeps are provided on anynew alert and then the audio remains quiet.•Press Quiet to cancel the audio.•Press Quiet a second time during an alert torestore the standard audio alert pattern; or turn theunit off, then on.OPERATIONCity/City 1/City 2 ModeWhistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed toreduce the annoyance of automatic dooropeners, intrusion alarms and other devices whichshare frequencies with police radar. Generally, Xband is used for these devices.• Press City button to cancel Highway Mode and engage City Mode. • Press City button again to enter City 1 Mode. • Press City button again to enter City 2 Mode. • Pressing City button a fourth time cancels City 2 Mode and returns the unit to Highway Mode.In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signalsgive an initial alarm of two beeps, and thenremains quiet unless the signal becomes verystrong. When the signal strength increases, twoadditional beeps are provided. City 1 and City 2Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, butin City 1 Mode, only the X band sensitivity islowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected.Caution: Some towns/small cities may still beusing X band radar. City Modes do not changethe audio alert for laser.Highway ModeHighway mode provides full audio warnings anytime radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or lasersignals aredetected, and is recommended foropen road driving.For more information on City and Highway modes,please visit our F.A.Q. page on our website:www.whistlergroup.comOPERATIONDual LED Alert PeriscopeWhistler’s new Dual LED Alert Periscope providesan added attention getting visual alert. The twoextra LED’s flash on and off when the unit alarmsto provide a unique visual alert. This alert can beprogrammed, through the Option Select Mode to:1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3. turn LEDsoff completely.Auto DimThe Auto Dim feature automatically switches the illumination of the text display between thebright and dim settings according to varyinglight conditions so that the text display willalways be easy to read. To manually override theauto dim feature, use the dark button on theunit. Manual override is canceled when the unitis turned off. Enter Option Select Mode to turnoff the auto dim feature.Dim/Dark ModeDim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of thedisplay.• Press the Dark button to reduce illumination to a Dim setting.•Pressing the Dark button a second time engages Dark Mode. The display illuminationis further reduced.Dim or Dark Mode can be engaged during analert. In Dark Mode, the display goes dark for aslong as a signal is being detected and for 20seconds after, then the display returns to thedimmer setting.• Pressing the Dark button a third time restoresfull illumination to the display.OPERATIONVehicle Battery Saver ModeThe Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shutsoff your detector after 3 hours. The timer is reset ifthe detector is turned off, unplugged or any buttonis pressed before the timer has expired. Thedetector will alert you with an audible and visualwarning before it shuts off. During this warning, youcan momentarily reset the timer by pressing anybutton. If the unit has automatically turned itself off,press any button to turn the unit back on.Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructionsfor deactivating battery saver mode feature. Filter ModeThere are times when a radar detector can emitthe same frequency as police radar and cancause your detector to falsely alarm. Sometimesa detector can display a signal when picking upanother radar detector in vehicle close by. TheWhistler Filter Mode options provide a methodto study the signal which will verify if the signalis a legitimate police radar or a false alert fromanother detector. Three options exist: Filter: Allows for normal filtering. Filter 1: Provides and extra step to analyze thelegitimacy of the signal. Filter 2: Provides 2 extra steps to analyzelegitimacy of the signal.Filter is the factory default and should provideadequate filtering for most conditions. If youexperience excessive alerts due to radardetectors in other vehicles, try the Filter 1option. If you continue to receive alerts fromradar detectors, use the Filter 2 option. FilterMode does not override Highway or Citysettings. See Option Select Mode to changeFilter settings.OPERATIONOption Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customizeoptions such as Tone Select and Abbreviated Power UpSequence. Press the Menu button to enter Option SelectMode. When selecting options, the Dark or Quiet buttonsmust be pressed within 20 seconds or Option Select Modewill automatically exit. To enter:Press the Power button to exit Option Select Mode.OPERATIONStay Alert FeatureThe Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’salertness. To engage (when the unit is not alarming) :• Press and hold the City button forapproximately 2 seconds. Release the buttonduring or immediately after the alert is given.Display shows: Within 30-60 seconds, two beeps are sounded;to show alertness, the driver must press either theCity, Menu, or Quiet buttons within 3-5 seconds. If abutton is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle isrepeated.If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds, analarm sounds and the display shows: • Press the Dark button to exit the Stay Alert feature.WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as asubstitute for adequate rest. You should NOToperate a vehicle if you are drowsy. Duringextended periods of vehicle operation, you shouldtake frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the StayAlert feature may result in vehicle damage,personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE AVEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY.SWSSafety Warning System™In communities where transmitters are located,the Safety Warning System™displays over 60text messages. When Safety Radar is detectedthe audio alert is geiger counter-like.Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor - Road - Surface.Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System™transmitters.OPERATIONDear Whistler Owner,If you have questions concerning theoperation of this Whistler productplease call:CuSTOmer SeRVICE1-800-531-0004Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CTor visit our websitewww.whistlergroup.comPlease keep the receipt in a safe place.You may register your product onlineat www.whistlergroup.com. For warrantyverification purposes, a copy of your datedstore receipt must still accompany any unitsent in for warranty work. If the unit isreturned without a dated store receipt, anout of warranty service charge applies. INTRODUCTIONNote: Your warranty period begins atthe time of purchase. The warrantyis validated only by the dated storereceipt! Please record the serialnumber of the unit in the spaceprovided in the warranty section of themanual.To fully acquaint yourself with theoperation of your Whistler detectorand to better understand thedifferences between detecting radar,laser, and safety radar signals, werecommend reading this entiremanual or visiting our F.A.Q. page onour website www.whistlergroup.comEnjoy your Whistler detector andplease drive safely.Sincerely,The Whistler Group, Inc.WindshieldMounting34567 8 9 10 11 12 13Feature Listings of PRO-78Power On, Self TestTo turn the Power ON or OFF, push the centerof the Power/Volume button.Each time your Whistler detector is turned on,an automatic self-test sequence confirms thatthe speaker and visual displays are functional.•Display shows in order: 1. WHISTLER 2. X-band 3. K-band 4. Ka-band5. LASER 6.. SR OFF 7. VOICE ON 8. POP ON9. BSVR ON 10. FILTER 11. HIGHWAYTeach/Tutorial ModeProvides simulated alerts for each type of signal.•Press City and Quiet buttons simultaneously• Display Shows: •Press Dark button to exit.Setting SaverSetting Saver saves your personalized settingsso that when the detector is turned off and thenon again, you do not have to re-enter them.Feature Engaged ConfirmationEach time a button is pressed, one beep confirmsfeature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.Integrated Real Voice®When selected, Real Voice®will be used toarticulate the following:1. Band Identification2. Safety Warning System messages3. Feature SelectionNote: In certain cases the voice message does notreplicate the text message.Rubber Bumper45• Total Band Protection™• Blue Text Display • Detects POP™ Mode• 360° Protection • Real Voice®• 3 City Modes• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode• Dim/Dark Mode• Auto Dim • Stay Alert™• Setting Saver• Vehicle Battery Saver™• Safety Warning System™• Alert Priority• Dual LED Periscopes3Features of PRO-7813211712896110FEATURE DESCRIPTIONSWhistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly designprovides a new level of operating convenience.Special features include: 1. Bracket Release Button – provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket.2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, and laser .3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holdsmounting bracket firmly.4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.14

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