Cobra ESD6050LE User Manual
Radar/Laser Detector
Model ESD-6050 LE
Operating Instructions for your Cobra®
6 Band® Extra Sensory Detection®
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Introduction
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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-6050 LE
works and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used.
Enjoy your Cobra® ESD-6050 LE 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-6050 LE
1. Windshield Bracket
2. Hook and Loop Material
3. Power Cord
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, 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.
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Thank you for purchasing the Cobra® ESD-6050 LE
Radar/Laser Detector. Properly used,this Cobra®
product will give you many years of reliable
service.
Customer Support
Should you encounter any problems with the
product or not understand its many features,
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.
Our Thanks to You
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Cobra® Customer Service
Live operators are available
M-F 8:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
at: 773.889.3087
Automated Technical
Assistance available 24 hours
a day,seven days a week.
E-mail questions to:
productinfo@cobra.com
Cobra® on the Web:
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) can be foundon-line at:
www.cobra.com
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Controls and Indicators
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1. On/Off Volume Control
2. Mute Button
3. Audio Alerts Speaker
4. Highway/City Button
5. Band Indicators
6. Windshield Bracket
Mount
7. 12V DC Power Jack
8. LaserEye®
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How to Use Your Cobra
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ESD
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Radar/Laser Detector
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Features of This Product
•Safety Alert® Traffic
Warning System
•Separate Visual and
Audio Alarms
•VG-2 Undetectable
•Auto and Manual Muting
•Superior Audio Volume
•Adjustable Windshield
Mounting Bracket
• 360º LaserEye®
Contents
Introduction..................................................................A1
Safety Alert®
Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators................................................A2
Our Thanks to You......................................................A3
Customer Support ...................................................A3
Features .............................................................................1
Installation.......................................................................2
Quick Start .......................................................................5
Turning On ....................................................................5
Highway/City Mode ...................................................5
Muting Mode................................................................6
Operation..........................................................................7
Highway/City Mode ...................................................7
Muting Mode................................................................8
Detection ..........................................................................9
Band Detection............................................................9
Audible Alarm Indicator ...........................................9
Instant On Detection...............................................10
Radar .............................................................................10
Safety Alert .................................................................10
VG-2 Undetectable ..................................................11
Laser ..............................................................................11
Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts.........................................12
Fac ts About Safety Alert®......................................13
Radar Frequencies....................................................14
Fac ts About Lidar (Laser).......................................14
Maintenance.................................................................15
Specifications...............................................................16
Limited One Year Warranty ...................................17
Optional Accessories................................................18
Order Form....................................................................19
If You Think You Need Service.............Back Cover
Installation
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Installation
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Attach cups to
bracket.
Attach detector
to bracket.
Plug power cord
into detector.
Attach bracket to
windshield.
Bend bracket for
correct detection
angle (if needed).
Do not use the
ESD-6050 LE to
bend bracket.
Plug power cord
into cigarette lighter.
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Location
Selecting the proper location to mount the
Cobra® ESD-6050 LE 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-6050 LE lenses must not be blocked. 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
Location Windshield
Mounting
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