Cobra Electronics iRAD Instruction Manual

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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

Customer Assistance

Marine VHF Radios

Power Inverters

Accessories

RADAR/LASER

For more information or to

order any of our products,

please visit our website:

www.cobra.com

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PROTECTION

iRAD

Por favor, vaya a www.cobra.com

para descargar la versión

en español de esta manual.

Printed in the Philippines

Part No. 480-1073-P

Version B

6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA

www.cobra.com

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*

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Easy-to-Read Display

Radar Band

Signal Strength

Frequency

Product Features

Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a radar/laser

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detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:

Radar/Laser Protection

Detects all radar and laser guns.

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.

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

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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Introduction

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

AURA® 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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Installation

Your Detector

Installation

Your Detector

Installation

Where to mount your unit

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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

1. Attach the rubber cups

to the bracket.

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.

2. 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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