Cobra 9150 Service Manual
O pe rating Instru ctions for your Co b ra®
9 Band® Ext ra Se n s o ry De te ct i o n ®
Radar/Laser Detector
Model ESD-9150
No t h i n gcomes close to a Co b ra™
How to Use Your Cobra
Introduction
and Strobe Alert™
Use of this product is not intended to,and does not ensure that
the motorist and any passenger
will not be involved in a traffic
accident.It is only intended to
alert the motorist that an emergency or service vehicle equipped
with a CODE 3,Strobe (Opticom*
or Tomar Preemption System)
or Cobra Safety Alert Transmitter
is in the area as defined by the
range of the product.Please call
your local Fire/Police department
to verify if coverage exists in your
area.Motorists are expected to
exercise all due caution while
using this product,and to observe and follow all applicable
traffic laws.Operators of
emergency or service vehicles are
also expected to exercise all due
caution while using this product,
and to observe and follow all
applicable traffic laws.
*Opticom is a registered trademark
of 3M Corporation
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Introduction
Congratulations! You have just purchased the
most sophisticated RADAR/LASER DETECTOR
available today.This booklet contains instructions
and information designed so that you will be able
to understand how the Cobra ESD-9150 works
and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used.Enjoy
your Cobra ESD-9150 Radar/Laser Detector and
drive safely.
Federal Law Governing Use of
Radar Detectors
It is not against Federal Law to receive radar
transmissions on your COBRA Radar Detector.
The Communications Act of 1934 guarantees
your right to receive radio transmissions on
any frequency.Local laws that contravene the
Communications Act of 1934,while illegal,may
be enforced by your local law enforcement
officials until and unless they are prohibited from
doing so by Federal Court action.
WARNING: Before leaving your car,make sure
that you conceal your radar detector.This will
reduce the possibility of break-in and theft of
your unit.
Included with your ESD-9150
1. Windshield Bracket
2. Hook and Loop Material
3. Power Cord
ESD Radar/Laser Detector
Contents
Introduction.......................................................................A1
Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™
Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators.....................................................A2
Our Thanks toYou...........................................................A3
Customer Support........................................................A3
Features..................................................................................1
Installation............................................................................2
Quick Start.............................................................................5
LED Displays.......................................................................6
Operation...............................................................................9
Turning On.........................................................................9
Dim Button......................................................................10
Highway/City Mode......................................................11
Muting Mode..................................................................12
Memory Set.....................................................................12
Detection.............................................................................13
Calibrate the Compass................................................13
Band Detection..............................................................14
Audible Alarm Indicator..............................................14
Radar..................................................................................15
VG-2 Undetectable.......................................................16
Safety Alert/Strobe Alert............................................17
Laser Detection..............................................................17
Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts..............................................18
Facts About Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™.............19
Radar Frequencies.........................................................20
Facts About Lidar (Laser)............................................20
Maintenance......................................................................21
Specifications....................................................................22
Limited One Year Warranty........................................23
Optional Accessories.....................................................24
Order Form.........................................................................25
IfYou Think You Need Service.................Back Cover
Features of This Product
• 8 - point El e ct ronic Co m p a s s
• Safety Alert® Traffic
Warning System
• 360ºStrobe Alert
• SeparateVisual and
Audio Alarms
• Signal Strength Indica to r s
• La s e r Eye® 360˚ De te ct i o n
• VG-2 Undete ct a b l e
• Au to and Manual Muting
• 3 Level Dim Bu t to n
• Superior Audio Volume
• Adjustable Windshield
Mounting Bra c ke t
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Controls and Indicators
Our Thanks to You
1. On/Off Volume Control
2. Mute Button
3. Dim Button
4. Audio Alerts Speaker
5. Highway/City Button
6. Compass Direction
Indicators
7. LaserEye®
8. Band/ Signal Strength
Indicators
9. Windshield Bra c ket
M o u n t
10. 12V DC Power Jack
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra ESD-9150
Radar/Laser Detector. Properly used,this Cobra
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product will give you many years of reliable
service.
Customer Support
Should you encounter any problems with the
Cobra Customer Service
Live operators are available
M-F 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Central StandardTime at:
773.889.3087
product or not understand its many features,
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please refer to this owner’s manual. If,after
referring to the manual, you still need help,
call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087.
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Au to m a ted Te c h n i ca l
As s i s t a n ce available 24 hours
a day,s even days a we e k.
E-mail questions to:
p rod u ct i n fo @ co b ra . co m
Co b ra on the Wo rld Wide
We b :Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ) can
be found on-line at:
www.cobra.com
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Installation
Installation
Location Windshield
Location
Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra
ESD-9150 is very important for optimum
performance.Both radar and laser transmissions
pass through glass but not through other objects.
For this reason the Cobra ESD-9150 lenses must
not be blocked.It should have a view of the rear
window to take advantage of LaserEye® 360˚
detection.It is best to locate your detector as low
on the front windshield as possible.
Examples of metal in the windshield area that can
block or weaken incoming radar/laser signals:
1.Windshield wiper blades.
2.Mirrored sun screens.
3.Regular tinted glass does not affect radar
reception,although the darker tint at the
top of the tinted windshield prevents laser
light from penetrating.
4.Heated windshields,currently available as
an option for some Ford® (Instaclear) and
GM® (Electriclear vehicles act as an
impenetrable barrier to radar signals). If in
doubt,check with your dealer to see if this
applies to your vehicle.
Windshield Mounting
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Attach cups to
bracket.
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Attach detector
to bracket.
Mounting
Attach bracket to
windshield.
Bend bracket for
correct detection
angle (if needed).
Do not use the
ESD-9150 to bend
bracket.
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Plug power cord
into detector.
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Plug power cord i nto
c i g a re t te lighte r.
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Installation
Quick Start
Dash
Mounting
Note
It will be easy for you to
remove and reinstall your
Cobra ESD-9150 detector at
any time using this hook
and loop material on the
dashboard.
Remember: Without the
means to adjust the angle
of the detector (when
mounted as above),be
sure you that your Cobra
ESD-9150 has a level,clear
view of the road before you
attach the hook and loop
material.
Dash Mounting
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Peel protective
paper off one side
of hook and loop
material.
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Peel top paper off. Place detector on
Place on dash.
hook and loop pad.
Turn On and Adjust Volume
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Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to left (away
from you).Three beeps will be heard and all
LEDs will light up in sequence.
A compass LED will remain lit to indicate the
unit power is ON.
Turn On and
Adjust Volume
Note
Display Brightness,City/
Highway,Muting,VG-2
Audio Alert On/Off settings
and compass calibration
data are retained in
memory even when unit is
turned OFF or removed
from power source.
Note
The compass must be
calibrated before initial use.
For more detailed instru ct i o n s
on compass calibration,
see page 13.
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Plug power cord
into detector.
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Plug power cord
i nto cigare t te lighte r.
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