Cobra RAD 380 User manual

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Table of Contents .................................................................................................................. 2

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................... 3

RAD 380 FEATURES ................................................................................................................ 3

PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT .......................................................................................... 3

YOUR DEVICE ......................................................................................................................... 4

WHAT’S IN THE BOX .......................................................................................................................4

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – available at www.cobra.com .................................................................4

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS.............................................................................................. 5

INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................................6

BASIC OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................7

RADAR ALERT SETTINGS......................................................................................................... 9

DETECTION ............................................................................................................................ 9

RESPONDING TO ALERTS...................................................................................................... 11

UNDERSTANDING RADAR AND LASER .................................................................................. 11

MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................... 12

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................... 13

WARRANTY ......................................................................................................................... 13

TRADEMARKS ACKNOWDLEGEMENT, WARNINGS, and REGULATORY INFORMATION ........... 14

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a radar/laser detector from Cobra.

This booklet describes the simple steps for mounting and setting up your detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive.

Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new Cobra radar/laser detector includes.

RAD 380 FEATURES

Radar/Laser Protection - Detects all radar and laser guns.

LaserEye® - Detects laser signals from both front and rear.

Anti-Falsing Circuitry - Automatically reduce false alerts from erroneous sources including

automatic door openers and fixed position traffic flow monitoring systems.

2nd Generation IVT Filter™ - Automatically reduces false alerts from moving In-Vehicle Technology sources such as collision avoidance systems and adaptive cruise control.

City & Highway Modes - Selectable modes reduces falsing in densely populated areas.

Auto Mute - Automatically mutes audio for sustained alerts.

7-Segment Color Display - Bright display with band identification icons and numeric signal

strength meter.

Audible Signal Strength Levels - Unique tones provide signal strength and band identification.

6’ Power Cord, Windshield and Dash Mounts Included.

PRODUCT SERVICE AND SUPPORT

For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, PLEASE CONTACT

COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the retail store. The contact information for Cobra

will vary depending on the country in which you purchased and utilize the product. For the latest contact information, please go to www.cobra.com/support or call 1-800-543-1608.

If your product should require factory service, please go to www.cobra.com/support and follow the instructions for returning your product to the Cobra Factory Service Department.

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YOUR DEVICE

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

• 12V Power Cord

• Windshield Mount with Suction Cups

• Hook & Loop fastener for dash mounting

• Quick Start Guide

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES – available at www.cobra.com

• Coiled 12V Power Cord: Item # 420-026-N-001– Includes plug and fuse

• Straight Combination Radar USB Cord: Item # PWR USB-01 – Includes plug and USB

Output

• Dual Port Power Adapter: Item # CLP-2B – Includes adjustable plug (up to 90˚) and fuse

• Hardwire Cord for Radar: Item # RA-PSCB – Wires your detector directly into the fuse

box for a quick and clean installation without any dangling wires

• Install Mount: Item # 545-002 – Includes 3M Dual Lock

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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

Easy to Read Display

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INSTALLATION

WHERE TO MOUNT YOUR DETECTOR

You will get optimum performance from your detector if you mount it at a point approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on the front windshield without obstructing the unit’s view of the road either to the front or rear. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard using the included hook-and-loop fastener.

The detector’s lens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear view out the back window to allow maximum detection.

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 sunscreens

• 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.

WINDSHIELD MOUNTING

1. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean

2. Push the bracket firmly onto the windshield.

3. Attach the detector to the bracket. Importantly: check that the unit is parallel to the

road’s surface.

4. 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.

5. Plug the power cord into the detector.

6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

DASHBOARD MOUNTING

1. Place the detector on the dashboard to find a location where the unit has a clear, level

view of the road and is parallel to the road’s surface. The angle CANNOT be adjusted after mounting.

2. Remove the paper backing from one side of the hook-and-loop fastener.

3. Attach the pad to the dashboard at your chosen location and remove the other paper

backing.

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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.

BASIC OPERATION

POWERING ON THE DEVICE, ADJUSTING VOLUME

To turn on the unit and adjust the audio volume, rotate the On-Off/ Volume control clockwise (away from you).

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 detector when parking for lengthy periods.

SENSITIVITY MODES

Setting your detector to City mode sensitivity delays all X band audio alerts at lower signal strength levels. (A single beep will sound when the signal is first detected.) This will reduce false alerts while you are driving in, or near, urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers. The factory setting is Highway mode.

To change the sensitivity mode, press the SEN button.

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