Cobra Electronics ESD9221 User Manual

Radar/Laser Detector

Model ESD-9220 WX

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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-9220 WX works and how radar and (LIDAR) laser are used. Enjoy your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX 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-9220 WX

1. Windshield Bracket

2. Hook and Loop Material

3. Power Cord

and Strobe Alert™

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, Strobe (Opticom* or Tomar Preemption System) 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.

*Opticom is a registered trademark of 3M Corporation

How to Use Your Cobra

ESD Radar/Laser Detector

Features of This Product

• 10 Channel Weather Radio

•Weather Alert

•Voice Alert™

•Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System

• 360ºStrobe Alert

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•Separate Visual and Audio Alarms

•Signal Strength Indicators

•LaserEye® 360˚ Detection

•VG-2 Undetectable

•Auto and Manual Muting

•3 Level Dim Button

•Superior Audio Volume

•Adjustable Windshield Mounting Bracket

Contents

Introduction.......................................................................A1

Safety Alert®/Strobe 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

LED Displays.......................................................................6

Operation...............................................................................9

Turning On .........................................................................9

Dim Button ......................................................................10

Highway/City Mode......................................................11

Muting Mode ..................................................................12

Memory Set .....................................................................12

Weather Radio ................................................................13

Detection .............................................................................13

Band Detection ..............................................................14

Audible Alarm Indicator..............................................14

Radar ..................................................................................15

VG-2 Undetectable .......................................................16

Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ ......................................17

Laser Detection ..............................................................17

Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts..............................................18

Fac ts About Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™.............19

Radar Frequencies.........................................................20

Fac ts About Lidar (Laser)............................................20

Maintenance ......................................................................21

Specifications ....................................................................22

Limited One Year Warranty ........................................23

Optional Accessories.....................................................24

Order Form.........................................................................25

If You Think You Need Service.................Back Cover

Installation

Note

Adjust the bracket so that the tip of the antenna is at least an inch away from the dashboard.

Dim

City Wx

Mute

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).

Plug power cord into cigarette lighter.

Place antenna in upright position for optimum reception of weather stations.

Place antenna facing towards dashboard if windshield angle prevents you from placing it upright.

Location

Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra® ESD-9220 WX 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-9220 WX lenses must not be blocked.It should have a view of the rear window to take advantage of LaserEye® 360˚ detection. 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

Quick Start

Turn On and Adjust Volume

Installation

Note

It will be easy for you to remove and reinstall your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX detector at any time using this hook and loop material on the dashboard.

Remember:Without the means to adjust the angle of the detector (when mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra® ESD-9220 WX has a level, clear view of the road before you attach the hook and loop material.

Note

Display Brightness, City/ Highway,Muting, VG-2 Audio Alert On/Off, Weather Radio On/Off (including last station tuned), Wx Alert On/Off settings are retained in memory even when unit is turned OFF or removed from power source.

Dash Mounting

Dim

City Wx

Mute

Plug power cord into detector.

Place antenna in upright position for optimum reception of weather stations.

Plug power cord into cigarette lighter.

Peel protective paper off one side of hook and loop material.

Place on dash.

Peel top paper off.

Place detector on hook and loop pad.

Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to left (away from you). In both Tone and Voice Modes,the unit will announce “Testing” followed by three beeps. All LEDs will light up from left to right in sequence and announce “System Ready.”

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