Uniden LRD 6199SWS User Manual
Introduction
Welcome to the world of sophisticated, early warning laser/radar
detection. You have purchased one of the most advanced laser/radar
detectors available. The LRD 6199SWS is a complete integrated
laser/radar detector. It responds to the X-, K-, and Ka-SuperWideband
radar guns in use today and also provides 360° detection of the latest
speed monitoring system — the laser gun. The built-in Safety Warning
System (SWS™) is capable of detecting a hazardous warning signal
transmitted on the K-band.
The LRD 6199SWS provides distinct visual and audio alerts to warn you
of the presence of X-, K-, and Ka-SuperWideband radar signals as well as
IR laser signals. You can drive with confidence when you bring along the
LRD 6199SWS.
The LRD 6199SWS employs Super Stalker Technology (SST), a
state-of-the-art electronic system designed to make this radar detector
invisible to all current VG-2 radar detector detectors. The LRD 6199SWS
also uses the new D.R.O. (Dielectric Resonant Oscillator) and E.D.I.T.
(Electronic Data Interference Terminator) circuitry, giving more reliable
performance.
We are certain that you will enjoy the LRD 6199SWS, and to ensure that
you get the most from its features, please read this Operating Guide
carefully before installing and operating the unit.
Feature Highlights
• 360° Laser Detection • Safety Warning System™
• Complete 4-Band Coverage • 4 Alarm Tones
• Super Wideband • VG-2 Undetectable
• K/Ka Priority • Pulse Detection
• Signal Strength Meter • Warning Lights
• Visual/Audio Only Mode • Auto Mute Mode
• City and Highway Modes • Self Test
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Speed Detection Systems
A speed detection device (often called a radar gun) sends out either a
microwave signal or beam of light. When this signal reaches its target,
part of the signal is reflected or bounced back toward the emitting gun.
The time required for the signal to leave the gun, bounce off an object,
and return is used to determine a vehicle’s distance and speed.
Radar
Radar (Radio Detection and Ranging) is a microwave system for
detecting the speed of moving objects by reflected pulses of high
frequency radio waves. There are 3 radar bands (microwave frequencies):
Xband (10.49 to 10.56GHz), Kband (24.04 to 24.26GHz), and the
“superwide” Ka band (33.4 GHz to 36 GHz).
The X band was the first used for traffic, followed by the K band which is
harder to detect (most instant-on radar is K band). The Ka band was
introduced in 1987, and widened to Ka SuperWideband in 1990 by the
FCC. The LRD 6199SWS monitors all current radar bands including the
entire Ka SuperWideband.
The radar beam is cone shaped — the narrower the beam, the greater the
resolution. A moving vehicle reflects radar signals back towards the radar
gun. The LRD 6199SWS can detect the signals emitted by radar guns,
and it will sound an audio alarm and flash a warning indicator.
For continuously transmitting radar, use the LRD 6199SWS to get
accurate detection from a safe distance. Weak signals cause the audio and
visual alarms to sound intermittently, but as the signal gets stronger (the
closer you get to the radar gun), both alarms increase in intensity.
Instant-on transmitters fire a short radar pulse beam at a vehicle and
instantly read its speed. When detected at a distance, you will hear a few
beeps and see the strength meter begin to light. Instant-On radar signals
are the most difficult to detect at a safe distance because they are
transmitted only when directed at you or at a vehicle directly ahead of
you.
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Laser
The Laser Speed Detection System, also called LIDAR (for Light
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etection and Ranging), uses a laser gun that emits infrared light pulses
just outside the spectrum of visible light. Each reflected pulse measures
the speed of the object coming toward or going away from the laser gun.
Unlike radar, the laser gun emits a very narrow beam of light, so it can
pinpoint a speeding car within traffic. The infrared beam spreads out, but
slowly and over a longer distance than a radar signal.
The laser gun can acquire a speed reading as quickly as 0.3 seconds,
sometimes less. However, since it isn’t easy to accurately aim at and hit a
moving target, an operator often moves the laser gun in several directions
to get a reading. So laser signals are emitted continuously for a few
seconds for each speed measurement. The LRD 6199SWS can detect
these light pulses from as far away as 1.5 miles, which is about four times
the effective range of a laser gun (2,000 feet), and about ten times its
average operating range (500-800 feet).
Note: To be safe, do not ignore any warnings. Although there are other
types of radar signals that may cause interference, when the
LRD 6199SWS detects a signal, be on the alert. It is important to
exercise caution at all times.
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Included with Your Radar Detector
Laser/Radar Detector
Operating Guide
Owner’s Guide
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Windshield
Clip
Fuses and
Spare Parts
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer
immediately. Be sure to complete and mail the Product Registration Card.
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Controls and Functions
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1. Clip Release — Press the clip release button to remove the
LRD 6199SWS from the windshield mounting clip.
2. Rear and Side Laser Detector Lenses — For rear and side
detection of laser signals.
3. City Button — Press the CITY button to help reduce X-band false
alarms while driving in the city. When you turn on the City Mode,
the City indicator turns on. While driving on highways, turn off
the City Mode for long-range detection.
4. Audio Button — Press the AUDIO button to activate the Audio
Alert Only operation. All the LEDs dim, and the signal strength
meter is disabled.
Note: To operate with visual alert only, set the volume control to
the minimum. Remember though, that if the volume control is
turned down and Audio Only operation is selected, the alarm
features are completely disabled.
5. Mute Button — Press the MUTE button to activate the Auto Mute
feature, which produces a full alert level when a signal is first
received, then automatically reduces to half volume for the rest of
the warning.
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6. DC 12V Power Input — Connect the DC power cord here.
Note: Use on a Uniden® supplied power cord or its
replacement.
7. LED Display — LEDs display visual alerts, signal strength, and
operation mode.
8. On-Off/Volume Control — Turns the power on and adjusts the
Audio Alert volume.
9. Speaker — Sounds audio alert. There are four different audio alert
tones to distinguish each type of signal received. When you
become familiar with all the distinct alert tones, you can operate
the LRD 6199SWS just by listening, devoting your full attention
to the traffic in front of you.
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1. X-Band Signal Indicator — A green LED lights and blinks to
indicate the presence of an X-band radar signal. The blink rate
increases as the radar source gets closer. A distinct audio alert is
also heard.
2. K-Band Indicator — An amber (orange) LED lights and blinks to
indicate the presence of a K-band radar. The blink rate increases
as the radar source gets closer. A distinct audio alert is also heard.
3. Ka-SuperWideband Signal Indicator — A yellow LED lights and
blinks to indicate the presence of a Ka-SuperWideband radar
signal. The blink rate increases as the radar source gets closer. A
distinct audio alert is also heard.
4. Laser Signal Indicator — A red LED under L lights and blinks to
indicate the presence of a laser signal. A distinct audio alert is also
heard.
5. SWS Signal Indicator — When an early warning hazard or
informational signal is detected, the yellow SWS LED begins to
blink and the amber K-band LED lights. A distinct audio alert is
also heard.
6. Power-On Indicator — A green LED under P lights to indicate
power is being supplied to the unit and the unit is turned on.
7. LED Signal Strength Meter — Four LEDs give an accurate visual
indication of the strength of radar or laser signals.
8. City Mode Indicator — A green LED under C lights to indicate
that you selected City Mode.
9. Auto Mute Indicator — A red LED under M lights to indicate that
you selected the Auto Mute feature.
Note: Every time you turn on the LRD 6199SWS, a self-test is
performed for all LEDs and Alert tones. You will hear in-order
four distinct tones for the X-, K-, and Ka-SuperWideband radar
bands, as well as for laser.
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Installation
The LRD 6199SWS uses a highly sensitive horn-type antenna and IR
laser sensor to receive radar/laser signals. Its sensitivity and range depend
on the method of installation and the direction of the antenna/sensor in
relation to the signal source. The inherent nature of radar waves makes
them reflect off metallic surfaces. This is why these waves are so useful
for measuring the speed of a vehicle. The IR laser light may reflect only
from shiny surfaces. Both radar waves and IR laser light will, however,
pass through plastic or glass.
Before you decide where to put your radar detector, please keep in mind
these two important factors:
• For safety, do not mount the LRD 6199SWS in a location where it
will obstruct your driving vision.
• Most vehicles have the top part of the windshield tinted. Mounting
the LRD 6199SWS behind tinted or mirrored glass may reduce the
effectiveness of laser detection by reducing the amount of laser light
received by the Detector.
Helpful Tips
The antenna and the forward looking
sensor are located behind the rear
panel of the unit, (and the rear- and
side-looking sensors are located on
top of the unit), directly behind the
mode selection keys. The antenna
and sensors should not be obstructed
by metal or metallic surfaces and
should be pointed at the horizon for
accurate long-range detection.
• Do not mount the unit behind the windshield wiper blades, radio
antenna, tinted glass area, or mirrored glass. Be sure the unit is free
from obstruction by seat backs, rear view mirror, sun visors, or the
ceiling of the automobile.
• Do not mount the unit in front of the heater or defroster vents.
• Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or in the glove compartment
of a closed car for long periods of time, as extreme changes in
temperature may cause internal damage. Also, removing the unit
from the windshield makes you less susceptible to break-in and
theft.
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