Cobra Electronics 2016D User Manual

The Cobra line of quality products includes:
CB Radios
Dash Cams
Operating Instructions
Important Information and
Introduction
Important Information
Federal Laws Governing the Use of Radar Detectors
It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra radar/ laser detector. The Communications Act of 1924 guarantees your right to receive radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene this Act, while illegal, may be enforced by your local law enforcement ofcials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action.
Safe Driving
Motorists, as well as operators of emergency or service vehicles, are expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to obey all applicable trafc laws. Do not attempt to change settings of the unit while in motion.
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 Assistance
Radar Detectors
Marine VHF Radios
Power Inverters
Accessories
Customer Assistance
RADAR/LASER
For more information or to
order any of our products,
please visit our website:
www.cobra.com
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Printed in the Philippines
Part No. 480-1073-P
Version B
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
www.cobra.com
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Introduction Introduction
Display and Product Features
NOTESControls Indicators and Connections
Controls, Indicators and Connections
12V DC
Speaker
Power Jack
Menu Button
To select detector settings.
Windshield Bracket Mount
Report Button
Press once to make a User Report*
Easy-to-Read Display
Radar Band
Signal Strength
Frequency
Product Features
Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a radar/laser
detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:
LaserEye
For detection of laser signals.
On-Off/Volume Control
Allows you to adjust the
volume of the alerts.
Dim Button
For adjusting the display brightness.
Mute Button
For manual mute of audio alerts, changing standby screens, turning Quiet Drive on/off.
SEN Button
Adjust sensitivity and ltering modes to reduce unwanted alerts.
USB Port
Radar/Laser Protection
Detects all radar and laser guns.
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iRadar
iRadar® Community connects to the Cobra iRadar® app to alert to Red Light Cameras, Speed Cameras, Live Police.
Locations, and Shared Radar Alerts LaserEye
Detects laser signals from both front and rear.
VoiceAlert
Digital voice announcements keep your eyes on the road.
QuietDrive™
Quiet Drive is a muted driving mode for times when a driver wants less audible feedback while talking with passengers, on the phone, etc.
Premium Anti-Falsing Circuitry
Automatically reduces false alerts from erroneous sources including vehicle collision
White OLED Display
Bright display with band identication icons and numeric signal strength meter.
Sensitivity Modes
Multiple sensitivity modes to reduce false alerts.
Auto Mute
Automatically mutes audio for sustained alerts.
Dual Language
English and Spanish voice and text alerts.
User Updates
Micro-USB port allows users to access future software updates.
Mount and Power Cord with Type-A USB Port Included
Can be used to charge your smartphone or
tablet using the manufacturer’s charging cable. avoidance systems, trafc ow monitoring devices and other radar detectors.
Updatable IVT FilterTM
User updatable system automatically reduces false alerts from moving In-Vehicle Technology
*GPS and iRadar-based features require connection to a Bluetooth® Smart ready device and the Cobra iRadar app. For a full list of Bluetooth® Smart ready devices visit www.bluetooth.com
sources such as collision avoidance systems and adaptive cruise control.
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.
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Contents
Introduction
Important Information ................................. A1
Controls, Indicators and Connections ..................... A2
Display ............................................. A3
Product Features .................................... A3
Your Detector
Installation ........................................... 2
Getting Started ....................................... 5
Buttons ............................................. 5
SEN .............................................. 5
MUTE ............................................. 5
Quiet Drive ........................................ 6
Battery Voltage ..................................... 6
DIM .............................................. 6
Menu-User Settings .................................... 6
Menu-Alert Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Detail ............................................. 8
AutoMute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Language ......................................... 8
Screen Saver ........................................9
Smart Power ........................................9
Low Car Voltage .....................................9
System Info .........................................9
Restore Defaults .....................................9
Radar Alerts ..........................................10
Radar Detector-Detector Alerts .........................10
Laser Alerts ........................................10
Responding to Alerts & Firmware Update ................ 11
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Location-Based Alerts ............................12
Downloading the App ...................................12
Cobra iRadar® App .....................................12
Pair/Connecting with Your Detector ........................13
iRadar Community .....................................14
Understanding Radar and Laser ......................... 15
Understanding LIDAR .................................. 16
Customer Information
Specications ...................................... 17
Maintenance ........................................ 17
Limited 1-Year Warranty ............................... 18
Product Service & Optional Accessories .................. 19
FCC Statement & Trademark Acknowledgement ..............20
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Your Detector
Installation
Your Detector
Installation
Installation
Where to mount your unit
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.
Windshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting
The unit’s lens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear view out the back window to allow maximum detection.
The LaserEye should have a clear view
Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materials and objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include:
n Windshield wiper blades n Mirrored sun screens n Dark tinting at the top of the windshield n 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. Attach the rubber cups
to the bracket.
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Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean.
3. Push the bracket rmly onto the windshield.
4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check that
the unit is parallel to the road’s surface.
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.
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