If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call
customer technical service:
1-800-531-0004
Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm EST
Dear Whistler Owner,
For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It
can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment
center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler
Corporation recognizes this and has created a selection of
products we call “Enhanced Driving Tools”. These pr oducts
are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle
more productive, more fullfilling, safer, or just simply more
fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve your
driving experience though keeping you...
IN TOUCH • IN COMFORT • IN CONTROL
Your new Whistler 1540/1545 laser/radar detector detects all radar , laser and safety radar systems, plus of fers Whistler’ s exclusive
Safe Driving System
™
. This comprehensive safety system detects
Safety Warning System™, keeping you informed of road hazar ds
and adverse weather . Whistler’ s 1540/1545 also offers a digital display to keep you informed while you drive.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler 1540/
1545 and to better understand the differences between detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recommend r eading
this entire manual.
Enjoy the Whistler 1540/1545 and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
WHISTLER CORPORATION
INTRODUCTION
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Topic Page
Model Features Summary 3 - 4
Installation 5 - 7
• Mounting Guidelines
• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting
• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement
Operation 8 - 11
• Power On And Self-Test
• Feature Engaged Confirmation
• Audio Level Adjustment
• Auto Quiet/Mute Modes
• City Mode
• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts 12 - 14
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection
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• Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
• Alert Priority
• Reset Features/Care Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide 15
Are Detectors Legal? 16
Speed Monitoring Technologies 17 - 18
• Radar Facts
• Laser Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information 19 - 21
Specifications 22
Accessories 23
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Whistler 1540/1545
Whistler’ s er gonomic and user-friendly design provides a new
level of operating convenience. Special features include:
1. Bracket Release Button - Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket.
2. Power Jack - Provides connection for the power cord.
3. Speaker - Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band
radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2.
4. Power/Volume Button - Turns unit on/off and adjusts
audio level.
5. Digital Display - Provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of
operation.
6. Band Identifying LEDs - Identifies type of radar detected.
7. MUTE Button - Pressing MUTE befor e a signal is detected
engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing MUTE during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts,
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while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.
8. CITY Button - Reduces the annoyance of false alerts
typically encountered in urban driving ar eas.
9 . Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical waveguide
provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted fr om
behind.
10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens array
provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leadingedge laser detection.
11. Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.
12. Mounting Bracket Location - Slot holds mounting
bracket firmly.
Accessories
Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.
Coiled Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and
your vehicle’s lighter socket.
Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your
vehicle’s windshield.
Velcro
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Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level
dashboard.
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Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the
windshield.
• Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored
sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which
can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning
time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect r eception.)
• Some newer windshields have an Instaclear™ or
Electriclear™ type coating, which affect radar signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s manual supplied with your
vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your unit when
not in use.
Windshield Mounting
• Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket
by fitting them into their holes.
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you
have chosen.
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place.
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the windshield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove
the detector before bending.
INSTALLATION
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IMPORTANT : Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield. The windshield bracket
may leave permanent marks on this type of surface. To
find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield, check
the owner’s manual or ask your dealer. We recommend
that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in direct sunlight. If the detector is removed, this may
cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles.
Dash Mounting
• Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively
level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes.
• Separate the V elcr o
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fastener strips. Peel the paper backing off each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the
other piece to the bottom of the unit, taking care not to
cover the serial number.
Be careful not to place the Velcro® over the unit’s serial number. If the Velcro® is
removed, the serial number may be pulled off the unit. Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.
INSTALLATION
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Visor Mounting (optional accessory)
• Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot.
• Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is relatively level and has a clear view of the road.
Power Connection
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power
jack.
• Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
Fuse Replacement
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp
3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. To replace the fuse,
carefully unscrew the tip of the plug. (IMPORTANT : Unscr ew
slowly . The tip contains a spring which may fly out when disassembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on
the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen. Retighten
occasionally.
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when r eplacing the 2
amp fuse.
INSTALLATION
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Slide on visor
Insert into bracket
mounting slot
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