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• Detects and provides separate alerts for:
radar signals (X, K, and Ka bands, with
signal strength indicated)
laser signals
emergency vehicle safety and strobe
alert signals
VG-2 signals
• LASEREYE
®
for 360° detection of
laser and strobe signals
CITY button for CITY
or HIGHWAY modes
to reduce false alerts.
SPEAKER
LASEREYE
®
for 360°
detection of laser and
strobe signals.
DIM button allows you to adjust the
UltraBright™ Data Display brightness for easy
reading. (Also turns VG-2 Alert
®
on and off.*)
X K Ka V S
windshield
bracket
mount
ON-OFF/VOLUME control
radar, VG-2 and
safety/strobe indicators
SmartMute™
indicator
signal strength, laser and
CITY/HIGHWAY mode indicators
12V DC POWER JACK
• “INSTANT-ON” speed monitoring detection
• TONE ALERTS with adjustable volume
• ULTRABRIGHT™ DATA DISPLAY
is easy-to-read with adjustable brightness
• CITY or HIGHWAY modes to reduce
false alerts
• SAFETY ALERT
®
Traffic Warning System
• STROBE ALERT™
• MANUAL MUTE or AUTO MUTE
of audio alerts
• SMARTMUTE™ a mute function which
automatically reduces false alerts by sensing
engine RPMs
• Distinguishes important safety alerts‚ from
other K band signals
• Mounts easily on windshield or dashboard
This booklet describes the simple steps for
mounting and setting up your ESD-9110. It also
provides helpful information about how radar and
laser guns are used and how you can interpret
the alerts you receive.
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Table of Contents
Important information about...
Federal Laws, Safety Alert
®
/Strobe Alert™, Safe Driving,
Security of Your Vehicle, Customer Support.................................................................................. A1
Installation .................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Operation–Getting Started ............................................................................................................ 5
Operation–Settings ...................................................................................................................... 6-12
Highway/City Mode ................................................................................................................ 6
UltraBright
™
Data Display Brightness .......................................................................................... 7
Muting an Alert ...................................................................................................................... 8
Auto Mute Mode .................................................................................................................... 8
SmartMute
™
............................................................................................................................ 9-11
VG-2 Alert
®
Audio Setting ........................................................................................................ 12
Detection .................................................................................................................................... 13-16
Signals Detected .................................................................................................................... 13
Audio Alerts ............................................................................................................................ 13
Visual Display ........................................................................................................................ 13-15
Instant-On Detection ................................................................................................................ 16
Responding to Alerts ................................................................................................................ 16
Understanding Radar and Laser ...................................................................................................... 17-19
Maintenance and Service .............................................................................................................. 20-21
Limited 1-Year Warranty ................................................................................................................ 22
Specifications .............................................................................................................................. 23
Optional Accessories .................................................................................................................... 24
Order Form .................................................................................................................................. 25
Security of Your Vehicle
Before leaving your vehicle, always
remember to conceal your radar detector
in order to reduce the possibility of
break-in and theft.
Customer Support
In this user's manual, you should find all the
information you need to install and operate
your ESD-9110. If you require further
assistance after reading through
this manual, Cobra
®
Electronics offers the
following customer support services:
Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.
Customer Service Operators are available at
773-889-3087 Monday through Friday,
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST.
Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269.
Automated Technical Assistance is
available 24 hours, 7 days a week via e-mail
at: productinfo@cobra.com
On-line answers to frequently asked questions
can be found at: www.cobra.com.
WARNING
Modifications or parts substitutions not
approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation
may violate FCC Rules and void your
authority to operate this equipment.
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INSTALLATION
Radar and laser signals pass through glass
but not through other materials and objects.
Objects that can block or weaken incoming
signals include:
windshield wiper blades
mirrored sun screens
dark tinting at the top of the
windshield
heated windshields currently available
on some vehicles (Instaclear for Ford,
®
Electriclear for GM,® consult your
dealer to see if you have this option)
5. To adjust the angle if necessary,
gently push or pull on the bracket
to bend it. DO NOT use the
detector to bend the bracket.
6. Plug the power cord into the detector.
7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on
the power cord into your vehicle's
cigarette lighter.
8. You can temporarily remove the
detector whenever you wish by
sliding it off of the bracket.
Windshield Mounting
1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket.
2. Make sure the rubber cups and
your windshield are clean.
3. Push the bracket firmly onto
the windshield.
4. Attach the detector to the bracket.
Check the angle of the unit.
Instaclear for Ford®is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company, Inc.
Electriclear for GM
®
is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation.
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4. Attach the detector to the hook-and-loop
fastener. You can remove and reattach
the unit as often as you like.
5. Plug the power cord into the detector.
6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on
the power cord into your vehicle's
cigarette lighter.
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OPERATION•GETTING STARTED
1. Tu rn on the unit and adjust audio
volume by rotating the
ON-OFF/VOLUME CONTROL DIAL
clockwise (away from you).
2. You will hear 3 beeps and the letter "h"
will appear in the display indicating that
the power is on.
NOTE: In some vehicles, power is
supplied to the cigarette lighter even
while the ignition is off. If this is the
case with your vehicle, you should
turn off or unplug your ESD-9110
when parking for lengthy periods.
X K Ka V S
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OPERATION•SETTINGS
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X K Ka V S
mode
signals such as microwave towers and
automatic door openers.
To change settings, follow the procedure in
the table below, which indicates what you will
see and hear as you complete each step.
The factory setting is Highway mode.
UltraBright™ Data
Display Brightness
You can choose from three settings for
brightness of the display.
You can cycle through the settings
by repeatedly pushing the DIM button
The factory setting is Bright.
CITY button
Press and release
Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
Visual Display
appears in
the display
appears in
the display
DIM button
Press and release
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Dark
Bright
Dim
To change
the brightness
to Dim
To change
the brightness
to Bright
To change
the brightness
to Dark
Procedure
Press and release
the DIM button
once.
Press and release
the DIM button
again.
Press and release
the DIM button
a third time.
Tone
1 beep
1 beep
2 beeps
Visual Display
Display dims
Display remains
dim (No visual
alerts will be seen)
Display returns
to full brightness
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Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
Visual Display
none
none
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OPERATION•SETTINGS
Auto Mute Mode
Auto Mute will automatically reduce the
audio volume of all alerts after 4 seconds
for as long as the signal is detected.
The factory setting for Auto Mute is ON.
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X K Ka V S
SmartMute
™
SmartMute™ is a unique new feature of the
ESD-9110 that allows you to avoid alerts
you don’t need to hear because you are
stopped or moving slowly. By sensing the
”revs“ (RPMs) of your engine, SmartMute™
knows when you are at low speed and
automatically mutes alerts (except for strobe
signals from emergency vehicles).
Before SmartMute™ will work, you must
set an activation point for your engine's
revs (see page 11). Whenever the revs are
below that point, SmartMute™ will begin
muting. The activation point will be stored
in memory and recalled each time the power
is turned on.
The factory setting is SmartMute™ OFF.
NOTE: SmartMute™ may not work with
some vehicles because it cannot sense the
engine’s revs. In such cases, you can reduce
unwanted audio alerts by using Auto Mute
and City mode when appropriate.
To turn
SmartMute™
on
To turn
SmartMute™
off
SMARTMUTE™ button
Press and release
Procedure
Press and release the
SMARTMUTE™
button.
Press and release the
SMARTMUTE™
button again.
Tone
2 beeps
1 beep
Visual Display
dot appears next to
the large character
on the right
none
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OPERATION•SETTINGS
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If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing
your engine's revs, SmartMute™ will
indicate an error and automatically turn off.
The rev point you set will be stored in the
unit's memory when power is turned off, and
recalled each time the power is turned on.
The rev point must be reset if you use
your ESD-9110 in a different vehicle.
Important: When initially choosing your
SmartMute™ activation point, a setting
of approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above
idle is recommended. You can reset the
activation point at any time to fit your
individual preferences and driving style.
1.
3.
2.
Tone
1 beep
Visual Display
appears
Procedure
Press and hold the
SMARTMUTE™
button for 2 seconds.
Tone
2 beeps
Visual Display
none
Procedure
Rev your engine to
the level you wish
to set. Rev the engine
slightly above idle
and hold revs steady
for 2 seconds.
Tone
none
Visual Display
three bars flash in
succession
Tone
1 beep
Visual Display
appears
Tone
3 beeps
Visual Display
all three bars flash
three times
Procedure
At the desired rev level,
press and release the
SMARTMUTE™ button.
Setting the SmartMute
™
Activation Point
Your ESD-9110 must be installed in your
vehicle.
Caution: Do not attempt to set the rev
point while driving. Your vehicle should
be parked and idling.
SmartMute™ must be turned on.
You will hear a series of beeps
as you follow these steps:
1
2
3
NOTE: If the unit is unable to
sense usable pulses within three
seconds, SmartMute™ will indicate
an error and automatically turn off.
NOTE: If you do not set a rev point
within 20 seconds of beginning these
steps, SmartMute™ will indicate an
error and automatically turn off.
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DETECTION
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X K Ka V S
Signals Detected
The tables on the following pages show
you the types of signals your ESD-9110
will detect, as well as the visual alerts it
provides for each one.
Audio Alerts
A distinctly different alert tone is used for
each type of signal detected (including
separate tones for each laser signal). For
X, K, and Ka band radar signals, the tones
will repeat faster as you approach the
signal source. The repeat rate of the tones
gives you useful information about the
signal detected. (See Responding to Alerts,
page 16.)
Visual Display
An indication of the type of signal
detected will appear in the UltraBright™
Data Display. During X, K and Ka alerts,
a number will also appear, indicating
the strength of the signal detected.
(1 = weakest, 5 = strongest)
During laser alerts the letter ”L“ will appear,
instead of the signal strength indication.
During VG-2 Alert
®
the letter ”V“will appear.
During Safety Alert®and Strobe Alert™
the letter “S” will appear.
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
DIM button
Press and hold for 2 seconds
Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
Visual Display
V
will blink
once in
the display
V
will blink
twice in
the display.
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DETECTION
PLEASE NOTE: There are different
tones for each Safety Alert
®
VG-2 Alert
®
Safety Alert
®
Type of Signal
emergency vehicles
road hazards
trains
Visual Display
S
S
S
Type of Signal
Interceptor VG-2™
Visual Display
V
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
Visual Display
X plus signal strength
K plus signal strength
Ka plus signal strength
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
Visual Display
L
L
L
L
Visual Display
S
20-20™ and Ultra-Lyte™ are trademarks of Laser
Technology, Inc.
ProLaser™ and ProLaser III™ are trademarks of
Kustom Signals, Inc.
10 Band™, Strobe Alert™ and SmartMute™ are
trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation.
Safety Alert
®
Traffic Warning System, VG-2 Alert
®
and LaserEye®are registered trademarks of
Cobra Electronics Corporation.
Opticom™ is a trademark of 3M Corporation.
Tomar
®
is a registered trademark of TOMAR
Electronics, Inc
Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of TechniSonic
Industries LTD.
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UNDERSTANDING RADAR & LASER
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Radar Speed
Monitoring Systems
Three band frequencies have been approved
by the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar
equipment:
X band 10.525 GHz
K band 24.150 GHz
Ka band 33.400-36.00 GHz
Your ESD-9110 detects signals in all three
radar bands.
VG-2
VG-2 is a "detector detector" that works
by detecting low-level signals emitted by
most radar detectors. Your ESD-9110 does
not emit signals that can be detected by
VG-2, but does detect VG-2 signals and
will alert you when a device is in use
near your vehicle.
Safety Alert®Traffic
Warning System
FCC-approved Safety
Alert
®
transmitters emit
microwave radar signals that indicate the
presence of a safety-related concern.
Depending on the frequency of the signal
emitted, it can indicate a speeding
emergency vehicle or train, or a stationary
road hazard.
Because these microwave signals are within
the K band frequency, most conventional
radar detectors will detect Safety Alert
®
signals as standard K band radar. Your
ESD-9110, however, is designed to
differentiate between standard K band
and Safety Alert
®
signals, and give separate
alerts for each.
Safety Alert
®
technology is relatively new.
Safety Alert
®
transmitters can be found in
limited numbers in all 50 states, but the
number is growing. Depending on your
location, you may not receive these alerts
regularly and may often encounter
emergency vehicles, trains, and road
hazards without being alerted. As the
number of transmitters increases, these
alerts will become more common.
When you receive such an alert, please
watch for emergency vehicles ahead of you,
on cross streets, and behind you. If you see
an emergency vehicle approaching, please
pull over to the right side of the road and
allow it to pass.
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
FULL ALERT
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
You should take appropriate
action immediately whenever
an alert is given.
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UNDERSTANDING RADAR & LASER
LIDAR (laser)
The correct name for the technology that most
people refer to as laser is actually LIDAR,
which stands for Light Detection and Ranging.
LIDAR operates much like radar. Its signal
spreads out like a radar signal, though not as
quickly. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear
line of sight to its target vehicle throughout
the entire measurement interval. Obstructions
such as sign posts, utility poles, tree branches,
etc., will prevent valid speed measurement.
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Does weather have any
affect on LIDAR?
Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog,
or airborne dust particles will
reduce the effective range of
LIDAR and can, if dense
enough, prevent its operation.
Can LIDAR operate
through glass?
Yes. Newer LIDAR guns can
obtain readings through most
types of glass. However, the
laser pulse also can be received
through glass to trigger an
alarm by your ESD-9110.
Can LIDAR operate
while in motion?
No. Because LIDAR operates by
line of sight, the person using it
cannot drive the vehicle, aim,
and operate the gun all at the
same time.
Is LIDAR legal to use?
Yes. It is legal in all 50 states.
Some common questions
about LIDAR include:
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MAINTENANCE & SERVICE
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Service
You can receive technical assistance with
your unit through one of our customer
support services:
Automated Help Desk is available
24 hours a day, 7 days a week at
773-889-3087.
Customer Service Operators are
available at 773-889-3087 Monday
through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST.
Questions can be faxed to
773-622-2269.
Automated Technical Assistance
is available 24 hours, 7 days a week
via e-mail at: productinfo@cobra.com
On-line answers to frequently
asked questions can be found at:
www.cobra.com.
If you suspect that your unit
requires service, please call
773-889-3087 BEFORE shipping
it to Cobra.
®
This will ensure that
you receive service as quickly
as possible.
If you are asked to send your unit to the
Cobra
®
factory, please follow these steps:
1. Send the complete unit, including
power cord. (It is not necessary to
include the mounting bracket.)
2. For warranty repair, enclose some
form of proof-of-purchase, such as a
photocopy or carbon copy of a sales
receipt. If you send the original
receipt, it cannot be returned.
3. Enclose a typed or clearly written
description of the problem you are
having with your unit, plus the name
and address where you want the
unit returned.
4. Pack the unit securely to prevent
damage during transit. If possible,
use the original packing materials.
5. Ship prepaid and insured using a
traceable carrier such as United
Parcel Service (UPS), Federal Express,
or first class mail with delivery
confirmation. Ship to:
Cobra Factory Service
Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707 USA
6. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks before
contacting us about the status of
your service. Call 773-889-3087
for assistance.
If your unit is under warranty, it will
either be repaired or replaced upon
receipt, depending on the model. If your
unit is out of warranty, you will receive a
letter informing you of the repair or
replacement charge.
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SPECIFICATIONS
X band 10.525 ± 0.050 GHz
K band 24.125 ± 0.125 GHz
Safety Alert
®
24.070 ± 0.010 GHz
Traffic Warning System
24.110 ± 0.010 GHz
24.190 ± 0.010 GHz
24.230 ± 0.010 GHz
Ka band 34.700 ± 1.300 GHz
Laser 910 ± 50 nm
Strobe 700 ± 300 nm
Dimensions 3"W x 1
1
⁄4"H x 41⁄4"D
Weight 140 grams
Band Frequencies
Unit Dimensions & Weight
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply;
1) to any product damaged by accident; 2) in
the event of misuse or abuse of the product or
as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs;
3) if the serial number has been altered,
defaced or removed; 4) if the owner of the
product resides outside the U.S.A.
All implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose are limited in duration to the length
of this warranty.
Cobra®shall not be liable for any incidental,
consequential or other damages; including,
without limitation, damages resulting from
loss of use or cost of installation.
Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above
limitations may not apply to you.
a
r
r
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n
t
y
This radar detector is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents:
5,497,148; 5,594,432; 5,612,685; 6,078,279; 6,094,148. Additional
patents may be listed inside the product or pending.
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ORDER FORM
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For credit card orders fill out order
form and fax to: 773.622.2269
or call 773.889.3087
(Press 1 from the main menu)
8:00 am - 6:00 pm, M-F, CST.
Make check or money order
payable to:
Cobra Electronics
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707 USA
Attn: Accessories Dept.
To order online,
please visit our website at:
www.cobra.com
and click “shop Cobra
®
”
Prices subject to change without notice.
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Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. Offer valid in Continental U.S. only.
420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord
420-026-N-001 Curled 12V Power Cord
545-139-N-001 Windshield Mounting Bracket
CLP-2B Dual Port Power Adapter
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Subtotal
(Tax if applicable)
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Total
Windshield Mounting Bracket
Includes suction cups
545-139-N-001
Straight 12V DC Power Cord
Includes plug and fuse
420-030-N-001
Curled 12V DC Power Cord
Includes plug and fuse
420-026-N-001
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