The Whistler Group WH21 Radar Detector User Manual Manual 1

The Whistler Group Radar Detector Manual 1

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XTR-140/260/330TToottaall BBaanndd PPrrootteeccttiioonn™™LASER-RADARDETECTORPOP™ MODE ALERTSLASER/RADAR ALERTSSafety Warning System/Audio/VisualAlerts When your Whistler detector detects asafety radar signal, it provides a distinctive audiotone and the Numeric Icon display shows an“S.” and a decimal point when a Safety radarsignal is detected. (XTR-260/330)NNoottee::You will not be able to receive SWS alerts iftransmitters are not located in your area.VG-2 ALERTSVG-2 Detection ModeThe VG-2, also known as a “radar detectordetector,” is a special receiver used by police todetect signals radiated by a radar detector. Seepage 21 for more information on VG-2.When a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 alertis sounded. After 3 seconds, the audio iscancelled and the VG-2 indicator flashes at aslower rate. Every 30 seconds, the detectorchecks for a VG-2 signal. This cycle is repeated ifthe VG-2 signal is detected again. If no signal isdetected, two beeps are provided indicating an“all clear” condition.During the period a VG-2 signal is detected, aradar signal cannot be detected. However,because the VG-2 alert has confirmed that apatrol car is nearby, you are already aware of thepotential for speed monitoring and can adjustyour speed accordingly. Laser detection is notaffected while a VG-2 signal is detected.14 15TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEReset FeaturesAll user features can be reset to factory settings.Default Factory1. Unplug Power Cord from unit.2. Press and hold Quiet. 3. Plug the Power Cord into the unit.(Power switch turned on)4. Wait for 2 beeps.5. Release the Quiet button.Unit is now reset.Default Factory Settings are:• Highway Mode.• Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.• Auto Quiet Mode OFF.• VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.• Self Test Mute OFF• D.A.D. ON (XTR-260)• Dual LED Alert Periscope to Flash• POP™ Mode ON (XTR-330)Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable, trouble-free operation. If your unithas been correctly installed following theguidelines in this manual, but is not operating optimally, please refer to thetroubleshooting guide below.PROBLEM: No display or audio.Check fuse in plug; replace if necessary with a2 amp 3AG type. Check fuse for lightersocket; replace if necessary. Make surecigarette the lighter socket is clean.PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loudenough. Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or CityMode. Check audio level setting (see pg.8).PROBLEM: The unit gives laser alert when accelerating. See F. A. Q. on website.PROBLEM: The unit alarms when vehicle hitsbumps. Check for loose lighter socket; tightenand clean. Check connections at both ends ofpower cord. Substitute another cord todetermine if the cord is defective. Return the defective cord to the factory.If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide,please call Whistler Customer Service at 1-800-531-0004 or visit our FAQ page atwww.whistlergroup.com/faq-detectors.aspbefore returning your unit for service.Care & MaintenanceDuring the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight byremoving your unit from the dash whenyour vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. Do not spray water, cleaners, or polishes directly onto the unit.The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the unit. Also, donot use any abrasive cleaners on the unit’sexterior.In Most States YES!Laser-Radar detectors are legal in everystate (with the exception of Virginia andWashington, D.C., which have localregulations restricting the use of radarreceivers in any vehicle) when used inautomobiles or light trucks (under 10,000lbs.). Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., theFederal Highway Administration (FHWA)issued a regulation, effective January, 1994which prohibits radar and laser detector usein these types of vehicles nationally. Prior tothe FHWA regulation, laws existed in thestate of New York restricting the use of radardetectors in trucks over 18,000 lbs. and inIllinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.FCC InformationFCC ID: HSXWH10 - XTR-140/260/330FCC ID: HSXWH21 - XTR-140/260/330This device complies with part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference.(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.IMPORTANT: FCC requirements state thatchanges or modifications not expresslyapproved by Whistler could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEARE DETECTORS LEGAL?XXTTRR--226600//333300SSWWSS DDiissppllaayyAlert16 17SPEED MONITORINGRadar FactsA radar gun operates by transmitting radiowaves at certain frequencies which reflect offobjects and are then picked up by the radargun’s receiving section. When a radar beamreflects off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift occurs. The radar unit convertsthis shift into miles per hour to determine yourvehicle’s speed. Currently, the FCC (FederalCommunications Commission) permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250GHz), 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.Laser FactsIt’s well documented that many radar gunscannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a group ofvehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target aspecific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed. The advantage of laserover radar in terms of target identification isthe result of the laser gun’s narrow beam. Aradar transmission can cover more than afour-lane highway at a distance of 1,000 feet,compared with a laser transmission whichcovers about 3 feet at the same distance. Forbest protection, keep these points, listed onthe following section, in mind:SPEED MONITORINGLaser Facts (Continued)• Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets,mounting your 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 avehicle ahead of you, chances are your detectorwon’t either.• The receiving range of your laser detectorwill not be the same as a radar detector. Laserguns are 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 • LTI 20-20 • Ultra Lyte Other Speed Detection SystemsSeveral techniques other than radar or laser areused to measure vehicle speeds. When thesemethods are being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include:• PPaacciinngg- A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed.•VVaassccaarr//AAiirrccrraafftt- The time it takes a vehicleto travel a known distance is measured.18 19 20SPEED MONITORING Radar Detector Detectors (VG-2)SpectreThe Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2,is a microwave receiver used by police todetect signals radiated by the local oscillatorof a radar detector. Because its purpose is toidentify persons driving with radar detectors,the VG-2 is known as a “radar detector detector”.The VG-2 is a tool used by thepolice to identify radar detector equippedvehicles. If caught, in a state where detectorsare illegal, (see page 18), drivers risk losingtheir radar detector and receiving a fine. Inaddition, instant-on radar is almost alwaysused in combination with a VG-2, leavingunsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receivingtwo tickets—one potentially for speeding, theother for possession of a detector. Having aradar detector capable of detecting the VG-2may alert you to the presence of a speed trap.For more information on speed monitoring technologies, please visit our F.A.Q. page onour website: www.whistlergroup.comIItt iiss tthhee rreessppoonnssiibbiilliittyy ooff tthhee iinnddiivviidduuaall rraaddaarrddeetteeccttoorrooppeerraattoorr ttoo kknnooww aanndd uunnddeerrssttaanndd tthheellaawwss iinn yyoouurr aarreeaarreeggaarrddiinngg tthhee lleeggaalliittyy ooff tthheeuussee ooff rraaddaarr ddeetteeccttoorrss..NOTE: Having a radar detector capable ofdetecting the VG-2 may alert you to thepresence of a speed trap. The newest toolPolice have to detect radar detectors iscalled Spectre. Spectre can detect themajority of undetectable (VG-2) laser/radardetectors on the market.21WARRANTY INFORMATIONConsumer Warranty This Whistler Laser/Radar detector iswarranted to the original purchaser for a periodof one year from the date of original purchaseagainst all defects in materials andworkmanship. This limited warranty is void ifthe unit is abused, modified, installedimproperly, if the housing has been removed,or if the serial number is missing. There are noexpress warranties covering this product otherthan those set forth in this warranty. Allexpress or implied warranties for this productare limited to one year. Whistler is not liablefor damages arising from the use, misuse, oroperation of this product.Service Out of WarrantyUnits will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rateswhen:•The units 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, installedimproperly, or had its housing removed.Service Under WarrantyDuring thewarranty period, defective units will berepaired without charge when returned with adated store receipt to the address below. Unitsreturned without dated store receipt will behandled as described in section“Service OutOf Warranty.”Due to the specialized equipmentnecessary for testing a laser/radar receiver,there are no authorized service stations forWhistler brand detectors other than Whistler. WARRANTY INFORMATIONWhen returning a unit for service, please followthese instructions:11..Ship the unit in the original carton or in asuitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, withreturn receipt requested to:WWhhiissttlleerr RReeppaaiirr DDeepptt..1201 North Dixieland RdRogers, AR. 72756PPlleeaassee aallllooww 33 wweeeekkss ttuurrnn aarroouunndd ttiimmee..IMPORTANT:Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred inshipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insuredwith return receipt requested. COD’s will not beaccepted!22..Include with your unit the following information,clearly printed:•Your name and street address (for shipping viaUPS), a daytime telephone number and an e-mailaddress, if applicable.•A detailed description of the problem (e.g., “Unitperforms self-test but does not respond to radar”).•A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale.33..Be certain your unit is returned with its serialnumber. For reference, please write your unit’sserial number in the following space: ________.Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit iswithin the warranty period, make sure youkeep a copy of your dated store receipt. Youmay register your warranty online atwww.whistlergroup.com, however, for warranty verification purposes, a copy ofyour dated store receipt must accompany anyunit sent in for warranty work.Service Out of Warranty (Continued)The minimum out of warranty service fee foryour Whistler detector is $35.00 (U.S.). If yourequire out of warranty service, pleasereturn your unit as outlined in the section“Service Under Warranty” along with a certified check or money order for $35.00.Payment may also be made by MasterCard,VISA or American Express; personal checksare not accepted. In the event repairs cannot be covered bythe minimum $35.00 service fee, you will becontacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available toyou. If you elect not to have your unitrepaired, it will be returned to you alongwith your certified check or money order.IMPORTANT: When returning your unit forservice, be certain to include a daytime telephone number and an email address (if applicable).Customer ServiceIf you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detector, orrequire service during or after the warrantyperiod, please call Customer Service at:1-800-531-0004.Representatives are available to answer your questionsMonday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT).www.whistlergroup.com22 23WARRANTY INFORMATION24SPECIFICATIONSLaser Wavelength:905 ± 50 nanometers (nm)Radar 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.These and other accessories can beordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visiting our online storeat www.whistlergroup.comOOrrddeerr ##DDeessccrriippttiioonnPPrriiccee 202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95202151 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 $12.95500501 Zipped Travel Case $ 9.95*Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug.SShhiippppiinngg aanndd hhaannddlliinngg ((ppeerr oorrddeerr)) $$55..0000 PPrriicceess aarree ssuubbjjeecctt ttoo cchhaannggee wwiitthhoouutt nnoottiiccee..ACCESSORIES25 26OWNER’S MANUALThe Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927Whistler Customer Return Center1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers, AR 72756Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004www.whistlergroup.comP/N 260011, ©Whistler 2007 POP™Mode AlertsBecause POP™Mode radar utilizes the sameK or Ka band frequencies, POP™Mode Alerts will bedisplayed as regular radar alerts.OPTION SELECT MODEOption Select Mode (XTR-140)To turn VG-2 ON/OFF, press the Menu button and the“V” icon will illuminate indicating VG-2 is engaged.Press the Menu button again to disengage VG-2.Option Select Mode (XTR-260/330)Press the Menu button to enter Option SelectMode. Each press of the Menu button changesto the next selectable feature.The Dark (DD) button and the Quiet (QQ) buttonturns the feature ON/OFF or Blinking. Thedecimal point illumination indicates whether afeature is on or off. A button must be pressedwithin 20 seconds or Option Select Mode willautomatically be exited.Model: XTR-260Feature: Option:VG-2 (default = OFF) DDfor ON, QQfor OFFDual LED Alert Periscope DDor QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING(default = Blinking with alert)Dual Alert Display DDor QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING(default = Blinking with alert)Model: XTR-330Feature: Option:VG-2 (default = OFF) DDfor ON, QQfor OFFDual LED Alert Periscope DDor QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING(default = Blinking with alert)POP™Mode DDfor ON, QQfor OFF(default = ON)SWS DDfor ON, QQfor OFF(default = ON)
Dear 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 accompany any unit sentin 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 FAQ page onour website www.whistlergroup.comEnjoy your Whistler detector andplease drive safely.Sincerely,The Whistler Group, Inc.TABLE OF CONTENTS XTR-330 FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Specialfeatures include: Note: Not all units have all features listed.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, laser andVG-2.3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holdsmounting bracket firmly.4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.5. 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 radar signal is detected engages Auto QuietMode which provides “clicking” sounds after the initial warning. Pressing QUIET during a radar encounter silences 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 modes11. Menu Button - (XTR-140) turns VG2 on/off.(XTR-260/330) enters option select mode.12. Icon Display - offers easy-to-read display to indicate power, city mode, radar band identification, and signal strength.FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS12a. Numeric Icon Display (XTR-260/330)combines icon display with a 7 segment digital display that shows signal strength indication and band identification.12b. Dual Alert Display: D.A.D. (XTR-260)provides additional visual alerts of threats ahead.12c. Dual Alert LED Periscope - provides additional visual alerts.13. VG-2/Laser Icon – indicates the unit is receiving VG-2 or laser signals.14. X-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving an X-band signal.15. K-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving aK-band signal.16. Ka-band Icon - indicates the unit is receivinga Ka-band signal.17. H - indicates unit is in Highway mode.18. C - City Icon - indicates that the unit is operating in city mode.19. Signal Strength Icon - indicates the strengthof the signal being detected.20. K/Ka-band Icon - shows the unit is receivinga K or Ka band signal. K/Ka indicator will flash for Ka band.21. V - indicates that the unit is receiving a VG-2 signal. Indicates that VG-2 is engaged.22. L - indicates that the unit is receiving a lasersignal.•Total Band Protection™ - Complete BandCoverage that detects laser, radar, VG-2 and safetyradar bands.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 affects radar signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating.•Avoid placing unit in direct contact with the windshield.•To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the unit when not in use.Windshield 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 thelocation you have chosen. IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plasticsafety coating on the inside of the windshield. Thewindshield bracket may leave permanent marks onthis type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has thistype of windshield, check the owner’s manual or askyour dealer. We recommend that you do not leavethe suction cup bracket on the windshield in directsunlight. If the detector is removed, this may causeblistering of the dash in some vehicles.INSTALLATION Power 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.Fuse ReplacementThe lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. Toreplace the fuse, carefully unscrew the tip of the plug.IMPORTANT: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a spring which may fly out whendisassembling. Insert the new fuse with the spring andscrew on the tip. With use, the screw cap on theplug may loosen. Retighten it occasionally. OPERATIONPower On Self Test & VolumeEach time your Whistler detector is turned on, anautomatic self-test sequence confirms that thespeaker and visual displays are functional. Toincrease the volume, continue turning the volume knob.Integrated Real Voice® (XTR-330)When selected, Real Voice®will be used toarticulate the following:1. Band Identification2. Safety Warning System messages3. Feature SelectionVoice OFF/ON is selected by holding quietbutton for approximately 2 seconds. Voice ONwill announce "caution", Voice OFF will give adouble beep.INSTALLATION Feature Engaged ConfirmationEach time a button is pressed, one beep confirms thefeature is “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.Self Test MuteSimply press the Quiet button during the self-testsequence to cancel the self-test audio. This willnot affect radar/laser alerts. To restore the self-test audio, simply press the Quiet button duringthe next self-test.Setting Saver (XTR-260/330) Setting Saver saves your personalized settings sothat when the detector is turned off and then onagain, you do not have to re-enter them.Auto Quiet ModePressing QUIET before a radar signal is detectedprovides an alternate alert pattern, consisting of fourbeeps (indicating X, K, Ka or Safety Radar) followedby clicking. The clicking will continue for as long asthe detected signal is present or any new signal isdetected within 20 seconds, becoming more rapidas the strength of the signal increases.• 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 ModePressing Quiet cancels the audio during an alert andany new alert within 20 seconds. After approximately20 seconds, 2 beeps are provided on any new alert,and the unit then remains quiet.• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.•Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the standard audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off, then on.OPERATION City/City I/City II ModeWhistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed toreduce the annoyance of automatic door openers,intrusion alarms and other devices which sharefrequencies with police radar. Generally, X band isused for these devices.• Press City button to cancel Highway mode and engage City Mode. The display will switch from“HH” to “CC”.• Press City button again to enter City IIMode. • Press City button again to enter City IIIIMode. NNoottee: After 3 seconds, “II” or “IIII” City Modeindicator turns off on the XTR-140.•Pressing City button a fourth time cancels City IIIIMode 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 IIand City IIIIModes operate the same as Highway Mode, butin City IIMode, only the X band sensitivity islowered. In City IIIIMode, 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 or VG-2.Highway ModeHighway mode provides full audio warnings any timeradar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser signals aredetected, and is recommended for open road driving.OPERATION OPERATIONDual Alert Display D.A.D. (XTR-260)Whistler’s Dual Alert Display (D.A.D.) provides anadditional attention getting visual alert to thealready Intense Blue Numeric Display. The twoextra LED’s in the display area flash on and offwhen the unit alarms to provide a unique visualalert. D.A.D. can be programmed, through theOption Select Mode to: 1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3. turnD.A.D. off completely.Dual LED Alert PeriscopeWhistler’s new Dual LED Alert Periscope providesan additional attention getting visual alert. Thetwo extra LED’s flash on and off when the unitalarms to provide a unique visual alert. This alertcan be programmed, through the Option SelectMode to: 1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3.turn LEDs off completely.Dim/Dark Mode (XTR-260/330)Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of thedisplay.• Press the Dark button to reduce illumination to a Dim setting.•Press the Dark button a second time engages DarkMode. In Dark mode display illumination is furtherreduced.Dim or dark can be engagedduring an alert. In Dark Mode, the displaygoes dark for as long as a signal is beingdetected and for 20 seconds after, then thedisplay returns to the dimmer setting.•Pressing the Dark button a third time restores full illumination to the display.Engaging/Disengaging VG-2See Option Select Mode to turn this feature on.Vehicle Battery Saver ModeThe Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automaticallyshuts off your detector after 6 hours. The timeris reset if the detector is turned off, unpluggedor any button is pressed before the time hasexpired. The detector will alert you with anaudible and visual warning before it shuts off.During this warning, you can momentarily resetthe unit by pressing any button. This will resetthe timer. If the unit has automatically turneditself off, press any button to turn the unit back on.Stay Alert Feature (XTR-260/330)The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test adriver’s alertness. To engage (when unit is notalarming):•Press and hold the City button for less then 2 seconds. The ”H” or “C” will flash indicating Stay Alert is activated.Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show alertness, the driver must press either the City, Menu or Quiet button within 3-5 seconds. If the button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated. If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds, the alarm sounds and the display flashes all the LEDs.• Press Dark to cancel Stay Alert.WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate avehicle if you are drowsy. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks.Improper reliance on the Stay Alert may result in vehicledamage, personal injury or death.NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY.OPERATION Laser Audio / Visual AlertsWhen a laser signal is detected, the displayindicates alert by illuminating the “V/L” andscrolling the signal strength indicators from rightto left or display indicates an “L” on thedisplay. The audio alert is continuous for aminimum of 3 seconds.Laser TipsIf you are the targeted vehicle, a laser guncan often determine your speed within a fewseconds after you receive an alert. In this situation there is generally no time to safelyadjust your speed. However, if you are traveling near or behind the targeted vehicle and receive an alert, response timeshould be sufficient. Any laser alert, regardlessof duration, requires immediate action!Pulse Protection®Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult todetect than conventional radar because itremains “off” until activated to measure thespeed of a targeted vehicle. When a pulsetype transmission is detected, your Whistlerdetector sounds an urgent 3-second audiowarning and flashes the Alert strength indicators at their fastest rate. (The XTR-260/330 models display “P”.) After the 3-second pulse alert, the standard alertpattern continues for as long as the signal ispresent. It is important to respond promptlyto a pulse alert, since warning time may beminimal.LASER/RADAR ALERTSModel Features Summary................................. 3 - 6Installation....................................................... 7 - 8•Mounting Guidelines 7•Windshield Mounting 7•Power Connection And Fuse Replacement 8Operation....................................................... 8 - 12•Power On Self Test & Volume 8•Integrated Real Voice® 8•Feature Engaged Confirmation 9•Self Test Mute 9•Setting Saver 9•Auto Quiet Mode 9•Quiet Mode 10•City/City 1/City 2 Modes 10•Highway Mode 10•Dim/Dark Modes 11•Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection 12•Vehicle Battery Saver Mode 12•Stay Alert 12Laser & Radar Alerts..................................... 13 - 14•Laser Audio/Visual Alerts 13•Laser Tips 13•Pulse Protection®13•Safety Warning System®14VG-2 Alerts......................................................... 14POP™Mode....................................................... 15Option Select Mode........................................... 15Troubleshooting Guide................................. 16 - 17•Care & Maintenance 17Are Detectors Legal?......................................... 18•FCC Information 19Speed Facts.................................................. 19 - 21•Radar Facts 19•Laser Facts 19-20•Other Speed Detection Systems 20 - 21Warranty Information................................... 22 - 24Specifications..................................................... 25Accessories......................................................... 2645• Total Band Protection™• Red Numeric Icon Display • Detects POP™ Mode• 360° Protection • Real Voice®• VG-2 Cloaking• 3 City Modes• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode• Dim/Dark Mode• Stay Alert • Setting Saver• Vehicle Battery Saver™• Safety Warning System™• Alert Priority• Dual LED Periscopes3Features of XTR-33034 567 8 9 10 11 12 13XTR-140 FEATURES• Total Band Protection™• Icon Display• 360° Protection• VG-2 Cloaking • 3 City Modes• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode• Vehicle Battery Saver • Alert Priority• Dual LED PeriscopesXTR-260 FEATURES4531420171819453• Total Band Protection™• Blue Numeric Icon Display • 360° Protection • VG-2 Cloaking• 3 City Modes• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode• Dim/Dark Mode• Stay Alert • Setting Saver• Vehicle Battery Saver™ • Safety Warning System™• Alert Priority• Dual Alert Display• Dual LED Periscopes21141516Features of XTR-260Features of XTR-1401317,18,19, 222114151617,18,19, 2212c210712896112c211712a89611012b12b12c211712a896110

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