Beltronics RX65 User Manual

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The BEL Pro RX65 is the most advanced radar, laser and safety detector ever designed by Beltronics.

The BEL RX65 includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, front and rear laser detection, digital signal processing (DSP) for superior range and reduced false alarms, our patented Mute and AutoMute, audible and visual band alerts, and all the performance you’d expect from Beltronics.

In addition, the BEL RX65 introduces a new level of revolutionary performance and innovative features.

•Superior long-range radar and laser detection, including new “POP” mode alert

•Advanced Programming lets you customize 7 features

•AutoScan mode drastically reduces false alarms, plus Highway and City settings

•Ultra-bright alphanumeric Display with 280 LEDs

•Exclusive Threat Display tracks and displays multiple radar signals, including signal strength.

•Tech Display provides actual numeric radar frequency for any radar signal

•New Programmable Bands (on/off), including International and North American settings.

•Detects and decodes Safety Warning System messages

•Includes new coiled SmartPlug

If you’ve used a radar detector before, a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5, and the Programming information on pages 12 and 13 will briefly explain the new features.

If this is your first detector, please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your RX65’s outstanding performance and innovative features.

Please drive safely.

FCC Note:

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment.

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BEL Pro RX65 Quick Reference Card

There are 7 user-selectable options so you can customize your RX65 for your own preferences.

The buttons labeled CITY and BRT are also used to enter the Program Mode, REVIEW your current program settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The words PROGRAM, RVW and CHG are located on the top of the detector, and are highlighted in graphics.

How to use Programming

1 To enter Program Mode, press and hold both CITY and BRT buttons down for 2 seconds. (The unit will beep twice, and will display the word “Program”).

2 Then press the RVW button to review the current settings. (You can either tap the button to change from item to item, or hold the button to scroll through the items).

3 Press the CHG button to change any setting. (You can either tap the button to change from setting to setting, or hold the button to scroll through all the options).

4 To leave Program Mode, simply wait

8 seconds without pressing any button, or press the PWR button. (The unit will display Complete, beep, and return to normal operation).

Factory Default Settings

To reset RX65 to its original factory settings, press and hold the “CITY” and “BRT” buttons while turning the power on. RX65’s display will provide a “Reset” message, accompanied by an audible alert, acknowledging the reset.

An example

Here is how you would turn RX65’s AutoMute feature off.

1 Enter the Program Mode by holding both the CITY and BRT buttons down for 2 seconds. RX65 will beep twice and display

Program.

2Then hold the RVW button down. The RX65 will scroll through the categories, starting with Pilot (Pilot), then Voice (Voice), then Power-on sequence (PwrOn), then Signal strength meter (Meter), and then AutoMute (aMute).

3Release the RVW button when RX65 shows the AutoMute item. Since the factory setting is for AutoMute to be on, RX65 will display aMute ON.

(If you accidentally don’t release the RVW button in time, and the RX65 goes to the next category, hold the RVW button down again, and after RX65 scrolls through all categories, it will begin again at the top of the list.)

4Press the CHG button to change from

aMute ON to aMute OFF.

5 To complete the Programming, simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button, or press the PWR button. The RX65 will display Complete, beep, and return to normal operation.

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	BEL Pro RX65 Quick Reference Card
Press the RVW button							Press the CHG button
to go from one category							to change your setting
	to the next	Pilot		HWY			within a category
	PILOT						* Full word: Highway or AutoScan or City
(Power-on indication)		Pilot		H			Letter: H or A or C
		Pilot		V			Vehicle voltage
	VOICE	Voice		ON			* Voice alerts on
		Voice		OFF			Voice alerts off
POWER-ON SEQUENCE		PwrOn		STD			* Standard power-on sequence
		PwrOn		FST			Fast power-on sequence
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER		Meter		STD			* Standard signal strength meter
		Meter		THT			Threat Display
		Meter		TEC			Tech Display
	AUTOMUTE	aMute		ON			* AutoMute on
		aMute		OFF			AutoMute off
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY		City		STD			* Standard City mode sensitivity
		City		LoX			Low X band sensitivity in City Mode
		City		NoX			No X band sensitivity in City Mode
	BANDS	Bands		ALL			* All bands enabled
		Bands		MOD			One or more bands has been modified
									Turn bands “ON” or “OFF” by
									pressing the VOLUME/MUTE button
				X		ON	or OFF
				K		ON	or OFF
				Ka		USA or Intl or OFF
				POP		ON	or OFF
				Ku		ON	or OFF
* Factory Default Settings				LSR		ON	or OFF
				SWS		ON	or OFF

			Quick Reference Guide	4-5		Programming	12-16
			Installation	6-7		• How to use Programming	12
			• Power Connection	6		• Example of Programming	12
			• Mounting Location	6		• Overview of Programming	13
			• Windshield Mount	7		• Details of Programming	14-16
			Controls and Features	8-11		Technical Details	17-23
			• Power and Volume Control	8		• Specifications	17
H			• Voice	8		• Interpreting Alerts	18-19
			• Power-on indication	8		• How Radar Works	20
Remove			• AutoMute	8		• How “POP” Works	20
card			• Mute	8		• How Laser Works	21
			• Highway / AutoScan / City Switch	8		• How Safety Radar Works	22-23
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			• Brightness and Dark Mode	9		Service	24-28
perforations
			• Power Connector	10		• Service	26
			• Audible Alerts	9		• Troubleshooting	24-25
H			• Signal Strength Meter	10		• Registration	28
			• Threat Display	11		• Warranty and Accessories	29
			• Tech Display	11
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Quick Reference Guide

To begin using your RX65, just follow these simple steps

1Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your car’s lighter socket.

2Mount your RX65 on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount.

3Press the PWR button, located top left, to turn RX65 on.

4Press and hold the Volume/Mute button to adjust the volume.

Please read the manual to fully understand RX65’s operation and features.

QuickMount Slot

Insert RX65’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7

QuickMount Button

Press the button, and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions.

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City Button

Switches between AutoScan, City and Highway, settings. In general, we recommend AutoScan. Page 8

Power Button

Press the PWR button to turn the RX65 on or off. Page 8

AutoMute

RX65’s patented AutoMute automatically reduces the volume level of the audio alert after a brief period. Page 8. If you prefer, you can turn AutoMute off. Page 8

Programming

RX65 is ready to go, just plug it in and turn it on. But you can also easily change 8 features for your preferences. Page 12-16

Radar Antenna and Laser Lens

The rear panel of your RX65 should have a clear view of the road ahead. For best performance, do not mount the RX65 directly behind windshield wipers

or tinted areas. Page 6

Alphanumeric Matrix Display

RX65’s display will show Highway, AutoScan, or City as its power-on indication. If you prefer, you can choose other poweron indications. Page 12-14

During an alert, the display will indicate radar band, and a precise bar graph of signal strength. Page 10

Note: In the Dark Mode the display will not light during an alert. Page 9

The display can also show Safety Radar text messages. Page 22-23

Rear Laser Port

Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle.

Earphone Jack

Accepts standard 3.5mm MONO earphone.

Brightness Button

Press to adjust display brightness. There are three brightness settings, plus Dark Mode.

In the Dark Mode, the power-on indication will be changed to a dim “AD,” “HD,” or “CD” (indicating AutoScan, Dark, Highway Dark, or City Dark). In the Dark Mode, RX65’s meter will not display during an alert, only the audio will alert you.

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Power Jack

Plug the SmartPlug into this connector.

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Volume / Mute Button

Press and hold to adjust the volume level. Briefly press this button (above the

display) to silence the audio for a specific alert. Page 8

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Installation

Power Connection

To power RX65, plug the small end of the SmartPlug, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on RX65’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.

RX65 operates on 12 volts DC negative ground only. The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles. However, some vehicles may require the optional European sleeve to ensure a snug fit. If so, simply call our service department to order one. This sleeve slides over the SmartPlug’s lighter plug adapter. Of course, your lighter socket must be clean and properly connected for proper operation.

Note: depending on your vehicle, the lighter socket power may either be continuously on, or it may be switched on and off with your ignition switch.

Optional power cords

See the Accessories section for details on our optional Direct-wire SmartPlug.

Mounting Location

WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways the RX65 can be mounted. It is important that you mount RX65 where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident.

Where to mount RX65

For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following:

•Using the Windshield QuickMount, mount your RX65 level, and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road from the front and rear.

•Mount RX65 away from windshield wipers, other solid objects, and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens.

Windshield QuickMount

RX65’s QuickMount windshield bracket is designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.

1 Depress the QuickMount button on the top of RX65 (by the word BELTRONICS) and slide the QuickMount bracket into the slot until it is locked into the position which best fits the angle of your windshield (there are four settings available). For extremely horizontal or extremely sloped windshields, the QuickMount bracket can be bent.

To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the windshield firmly, be sure to keep both your windshield and the suction cups clean.

2 To adjust RX65 on your windshield, use the QuickMount adjustment button located on the top of the RX65, and slide RX65 forward or backward to obtain a level horizontal position.

When installed and adjusted properly, the back top edge of the RX65 should rest solidly against your windshield.

Caution!

A few vehicles (including some Porsches) have windshields with a soft anti-lacerative coating on the inside surface. Use of suction cups will permanently mar this coating. Consult your dealership or the vehicle owner’s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating.

User’s Tip

You can leave the QuickMount bracket in place on your windshield, and easily remove the RX65 by pressing the adjustment button and sliding it off the mount. Again, be sure to position the bracket where it won’t present a hazard in the event of an accident. Additional mounts are available.

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