Cobra Electronics ESD-787 User Guide

Table of Contents
Important information about...
Federal Laws, Safety Alert
Security of Your Vehicle, Customer Support.................................................................................. A1
Installation..................................................................................................................................2-4
Operation–Settings ...................................................................................................................... 6-12
Highway/City Mode ................................................................................................................ 6
UltraBright™ Data Display Brightness ........................................................................................ 7
Muting an Alert ...................................................................................................................... 8
Auto Mute Mode .................................................................................................................... 8
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IntelliMute
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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 and Trademark Acknowledgement .............................................................................. 23
Optional Accessories .................................................................................................................... 24
Order Info .................................................................................................................................. 25
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/Strobe Alert®Safe Driving,
I N S TA L L AT I O N
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I N S TA L L A T I O N
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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 lenses must not be blocked and the LaserEye the back window to allow 360° detection.
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should have a clear view out
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,
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Electriclear for GM,® consult your dealer to see if you have this option)
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.
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
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detector whenever you wish by sliding it off of the bracket.
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K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
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Dashboard Mounting
1. Place the detector on the dashboard
to find a location where the unit has a clear, level view of the road. The angle can NOT 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.
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.
1. Turn 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 detector when parking for lengthy periods.
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K Ka V S
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X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
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When changing the settings on your detector, please keep in mind:
• Buttons can have multiple functions.
• All settings will be stored in memory when the power is turned off and recalled when the power is turned back on.
Highway/City Mode
Setting your detector to City mode delays all X band audio alerts until the signal strength reaches level 3. (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
To change from Highway mode to City mode
To change from
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City mode back to Highway 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.
Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
CITY button
Press and release
Visual Display
appears in
the display
appears in the display
mode
Procedure
Press and
release the
CITY button.
Press and
release the
CITY button
again.
City mode Highway
UltraBright™ Data Display Brightness
You can choose from three settings for brightness of the display.
DIM button
Press and release
Procedure
To change the brightness to Dim
To change the brightness to Dark
To change the brightness to Bright
Press and release
the DIM button
Press and release
the DIM button
Press and release
the DIM button
a third time.
once.
again.
You can cycle through the settings by repeatedly pushing the DIM button
The factory setting is Bright.
Bright
Dim
Dark
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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Muting an Alert
Your detector allows you to quickly turn off an audio alert by momentarily pressing the MUTE button. If you press the MUTE button a second time during the alert, the audio alert will be turned back on.
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.
IntelliMute
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IntelliMute®is a unique new feature of the detector that allows you to avoid alerts you don’t need to hear because you are stopped or moving slowly. By sensing the ”revs“
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(RPMs) of your engine, IntelliMute
knows when you are at low speed and automatically mutes alerts (except for strobe signals from emergency vehicles).
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Before IntelliMute
will work, you must set an activation point for your engine's revs (see page 11). Whenever the revs are
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below that point, IntelliMute
will begin
muting. The activation point will be stored
O P E R A T I O N • S E T T I N G S
in memory and recalled each time the power is turned on.
The factory setting is IntelliMute
NOTE: IntelliMute
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may not work with
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Off.
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.
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MUTE button
Press and release
Procedure
To turn Auto Mute off
To turn Auto Mute on
Press and release
the MUTE button
while no alert
is occurring.
Press and release
the MUTE button
again while no
alert is occurring.
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Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
Visual Display
none
none
IntelliMute®button
Press and release
To turn IntelliMute on
To turn IntelliMute off
Press and release the
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IntelliMute
Press and release the
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IntelliMute
Procedure
button.
button again.
Tone
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2 beeps
1 beep
Visual Display
dot appears next to
the large character
on the right
none
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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
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X K Ka V S
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What to Remember While Using IntelliMute
IntelliMute®works with both City and Auto Mute modes.
Whenever your engine revs are below the activation point, the dot next to the large character on the right side of the display will remain lit. Above the activation point, the dot will blink twice every 2 seconds.
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If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing
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your engine's revs, IntelliMute
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 detector in a different vehicle.
Important: When initially choosing your
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IntelliMute
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.
Setting the IntelliMute
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Activation Point
Your detector must be installed in your vehicle.
Caution: Do not attempt to set the rev point while driving. Your vehicle should be parked and idling.
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2.
3.
Procedure
Press and hold the
IntelliMute
button for 2 seconds.
Rev your engine to
the level you wish
to set. Rev the engine
slightly above idle
and hold revs steady
NOTE: If the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three seconds, IntelliMute an error and automatically turn off.
At the desired rev level,
press and release the
IntelliMute®button.
Procedure
for 2 seconds.
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will indicate
Procedure
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IntelliMute
must be turned on.
You will hear a series of beeps as you follow these steps:
Tone
2 beeps
Tone
none
Tone
1 beep
Tone
3 beeps
Visual Display
none
Visual Display
three bars flash in
succession
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2
3
Visual Display
appears
Visual Display
all three bars flash
three times
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NOTE: If you do not set a rev point
within 20 seconds of beginning these steps,IntelliMute®will indicate an error and automatically turn off.
Tone
1 beep
Visual Display
appears
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X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
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K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V S
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VG-2 Alert®Audio Setting
The detector is undetectable by police VG-2 detection devices, and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. During the alert, the unit continues to detect other signals. You can choose whether or not you want your unit to sound VG-2 alerts.
The factory setting is VG-2 Audio On.
Procedure
While no signal is
being detected,
press and hold
the DIM button for two seconds.
While no signal is
being detected, press
and hold the DIM
button for two seconds again.
To turn off VG-2 audio alert
To turn on VG-2 audio alert
Tone
1 beep
2 beeps
DIM button
Press and hold for 2 seconds
Visual Display
V
will blink
once in
the display
V
will blink
twice in
the display.
Signals Detected
The tables on the following pages show you the types of signals your detector 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.
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During VG-2 Alert
the letter ”V“will appear.
During Safety Alert®and Strobe Alert® the letter “S” will appear.
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D E T E C T I O N
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
X
K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K K V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V
X K Ka V S
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K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
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K Ka V
K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
X K Ka V S
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D E T E C T I O N
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Type of Signal
Radar
X band radar K band radar
Ka band radar
Type of Signal
Laser*
LTI 20-20™*
LTI Ultra-Lyte™*
Kustom Signals ProLaser™*
Kustom Signals ProLaser III™*
PLEASE NOTE: Beep rate changes with different laser alerts
Type of Signal
Strobe Alert®*
3M Opticom™
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or Tomar
Visual Display
X plus signal strength K plus signal strength
Ka plus signal strength
Visual Display
L L L L
Visual Display
S
Type of Signal
Safety Alert
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emergency vehicles
road hazards
trains
PLEASE NOTE: There are different tones for each Safety Alert
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VG-2 Alert
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Type of Signal
Interceptor VG-2™
Visual Display
S S S
Visual Display
V
* your detector provides LaserEye®360° detection of these signals
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Instant-On Detection
Your detector is designed to detect instant-on speed monitoring signals, which can suddenly appear at full strength.
Responding To Alerts
Description Interpretation Recommended Response
tone repeats slowly at first, then
speeds up rapidly
tone sounds one time only
tone instantly begins
repeating rapidly
tone repeats slowly as you
approach a hill or bridge, then
speeds up sharply as you reach it
tone repeats slowly for a short period
any type of laser alert
any Safety Alert®or
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Strobe Alert
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probably police radar
probably a false alarm, but
possibly pulsed radar
radar or VG-2 nearby has
been activated suddenly
probably police radar beyond
probably a false alarm
laser alerts are never
you are nearing an emergency
vehicle, railroad crossing, or road
hazard (construction, accident, etc.)
You should take appropriate action immediately whenever an alert is given.
the hill or bridge
false alarms
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
FULL ALERT
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
FULL ALERT
exercise caution
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 detector 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 detector 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
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transmitters emit
Alert 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
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signals as standard K band radar. Your detector, however, is designed to differentiate between standard K band
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and Safety Alert
signals, and give separate
alerts for each.
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Safety Alert Safety Alert
technology is relatively new.
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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.
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Strobe Alert
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LIDAR (laser)
Special strobes mounted on the light bars of authorized emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police cars, ambulances) automatically change traffic signals as the vehicle approaches an intersection. These strobes and the special strobe detectors located on the traffic signals, introduced fairly recently by 3M and Tomar, are already in use in more than 1000 cities nationwide. Cobra’s exclusive Strobe Alert detector will detect these special strobes and give an Emergency Vehicle alert.
When you receive such an alert, please watch for an approaching emergency vehicle and pull over to allow it to pass. To inquire about coverage in your area, contact your local fire and police departments.
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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.
Some common questions
about LIDAR include:
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 detector.
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.
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M A I N T E N A N C E & S E R V I C E
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Maintenance of Your Radar Detector
Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance without the need for service. No routine maintenance is required.
If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps:
Make sure the power cord is properly connected.
Make sure the socket of your vehicle's cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion.
Make sure the power cord's cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter.
Check the power cord fuse. (Unscrew the ribbed end cap of the cigarette lighter adapter and examine the fuse. If required, replace it with a 1-amp fuse only.)
Service
You can receive technical assistance with your unit through one of our customer support services:
Automated Help Desk is available in English only 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.
Customer Service Operators are available in English or Spanish at 773-889-3087 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time.
Questions can be faxed in English or Spanish to 773-622-2269.
Automated Technical Assistance
is available in English or Spanish 24 hours, 7 days a week via e-mail at: productinfo@cobra.com
On-line answers to frequently asked questions can be found in English only at: www.cobra.com.
For assistance outside the USA, please contact your local dealer.
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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WA R R A N T Y
QUALIT Y?SE ALQUALIT Y?SE ALQUALIT Y?SE AL
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6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
warrants that its Cobra 10 Band®Radar/Laser Detectors, and the com po nent parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of one (1) year from the date of first consumer purchase. This war ran ty may be enforced by the first consumer pur chas er, pro vid ed that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, de fec tive 10 Band products or com po nent parts upon de liv ery to the Cobra Factory Service Department, ac com pa nied by proof of the date of first consumer pur chase, such as a du pli cat ed copy of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty.
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Radar/Laser Detectors,
Cobra Electronics Corporation
www.cobra.com
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply;
1) to any product dam aged by accident; 2) in the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of un au tho rized alterations or repairs;
3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or re moved; 4) if the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.
All implied warranties, including war ran ties of mer chant abil i ty and fitness for a par tic u lar purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.
Cobra con se quen tial or oth er dam ag es; including, without lim i ta tion, damages re sult ing from loss of use or cost of in stal la tion.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the ex clu sion or limitation of incidental or con se quen tial dam ag es, so the above lim itations may not apply to you.
shall not be liable for any incidental,
S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
Cobra®, 6 Band®, 9 Band®,10 Band®, 11 Band®, DigiView®, EasySet®, Extra Sensory Detection®, IntelliMute®, IntelliShield®, LaserEye®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, Safety Alert®Traffic Warning System, Strobe Alert®, VG-2 Alert®, Xtreme Range Superheterodyne®and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Cobra Electronics Corporation™, 12 Band™, Revolution™ Series, SmartPower™, Spectre Alert™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Opticom™ is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Instaclear Company, Inc. Electriclear®for GM is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation. 20-20™ and Ultra-Lyte™ are trademarks of Laser Technology, Inc. ProLaser™ and ProLaser III™ are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. Bee III™ and Pop™ are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Spectre™ is a trademark of Stalcar. Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar®is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.
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for Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor
Band Frequencies
X band 10.525 ± 0.050 GHz
K band 24.125 ± 0.125 GHz
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Safety Alert Traffic Warning System
Ka band 34.700 ± 1.300 GHz
Laser 910 ± 50 nm
Strobe 700 ± 300 nm
24.070 ± 0.010 GHz
24.110 ± 0.010 GHz
24.190 ± 0.010 GHz
24.230 ± 0.010 GHz
Unit Dimensions & Weight
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Dimensions 3"W x 1
Weight 140 grams
4"H x 41⁄4"D
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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O P T I O N A L A C C E S S O R I E S
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You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra. See ordering info on page 25.
Straight 12V DC Power Cord
Includes plug and fuse 420-030-N-001
Windshield Mounting Bracket
Includes suction cups 545-159-N-001
Dual Port Power Adapter
Includes adjustable plug (upto 90˚) and fuse CLP-2B
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Curled 12V DC Power Cord
Includes plug and fuse 420-026-N-001
RADAR/LASER
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DETECTOR
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Congratulations
You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing the ESD 787 radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:
12V DC POWER JACK
ON-OFF/VOLUME
control allows you to adjust the volume of the TONE alerts.
IntelliMute
engine RPM-sensing mute function which reduces false alerts. Button turns IntelliMute (Also sets rev point.*)
*Press and hold for 2 seconds to access these functions
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on and off.
MUTE button for MANUAL MUTE or AUTO MUTE of audio alerts.
• 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
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for 360° detection of
laser and strobe signals
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LASEREYE
for 360° detection of laser and strobe signals.
SPEAKER
CITY button for CITY
or HIGHWAY modes to reduce false alerts.
DIM button allows you to adjust the UltraBright™ Data Display brightness for easy
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reading. (Also turns VG-2 Alert
on and off.*)
“INSTANT-ON” speed monitoring detection
TONE ALERTS with adjustable volume
ULTRABRIGHTDATA DISPLAY
is easy-to-read with adjustable brightness
CITY or HIGHWAY modes to reduce
false alerts
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SAFETY ALERT
Strobe Alert
Traffic Warning System
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MANUAL MUTE or AUTO MUTE
of audio alerts
12V DC POWER JACK
radar, VG-2 and safety/strobe indicators
IntelliMute
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indicator
IntelliMute®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 detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive.
ON-OFF/VOLUME control
signal strength, laser and CITY/HIGHWAY mode indicators
windshield bracket mount
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Item # Description 420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord 420-026-N-001 Curled 12V Power Cord 545-159-N-001 Windshield Mounting Bracket CLP-2B Dual Port Power Adapter
Ordering From U.S.A.
Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.
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Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday.
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Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.
To Order Online
Please visit our website: www.cobra.com
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Important Information
Printed in China Part No. 480-451-P Version A
The Cobra line of quality products includes:
CB radios
microTALK
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radios
Radar/Laser Detectors
Safety Alert
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Traffic Warning Systems
Mobile GPS Navigation Systems
HighGear
CobraMarine
CobraMarine
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Accessories
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VHF Radios
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Chartplotters
Power Inverters
Accessories
For more information or
to order any of our products,
please visit our website:
www.cobra.com
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
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©2008 Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707 USA
Operating Instructions for Your
Cobra 10 Band
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Extra Sensory Detection
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RADAR/LASER
DETECTOR
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Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra
Important information about...
Federal Laws Governing the Use of Radar Detectors
It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra 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 officials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action.
Safety Alert
Use of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists or passengers will not be involved in traffic accidents. It is only intended to alert the motorist that an emergency vehicle equipped with a Cobra within range as defined by that product. Please call local fire and police departments to learn if coverage exists in your area.
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 traffic laws.
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Safety Alert®transmitter is
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radar
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 detector. If you require further assistance after reading through this manual,
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Electronics offers the following
Cobra customer support services:
Automated Help Desk is available in English only 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087. Customer Service Operators are available in English or Spanish at 773-889-3087 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time. Questions can be faxed in English or Spanish to 773-622-2269. Automated Technical Assistance is available in English or Spanish 24 hours, 7 days a week via e-mail at: productinfo@cobra.com On-line answers to frequently asked questions can be found in English only 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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