Whistler 1595SE User Manual

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

INTRODUCTION

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 r ecog­nizes this and has created a selection of products we call “En­hanced Driving T ools”. These products are designed to make the
time you spend in your vehicle more productive, more fullfilling,
safer , or just simply mor e fun. Our mission is to pr ovide products
that improve your driving experience though keeping you...

IN TOUCH • IN COMFORT • IN CONTROL

Your new Whistler 1595SE laser/radar detector detects all radar,
laser and safety radar systems, plus offers Whistler’ s exclusive Safe
Driving System
sive safety system detects the Safety Warning System™ keeping
you informed of road hazards and adverse weather . Plus, Whistler’ s
unique Stay Alert™ feature tests driver’s alertness on long solo
trips. Whistler’ s 1595SE also offers a digital display with safety mes­sage icons to keep you informed while you drive.

T o fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler 1595SE
and to better understand the differences between detecting ra­dar, laser and safety radar signals, we recommend reading this
entire manual.

Enjoy the Whistler 1595SE and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
WHISTLER CORPORATION

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and Real Voice™ technology . This comprehen-

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Topic Page
Model Features Summary 3 - 5
Installation 6 - 9

• Mounting Guidelines

• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting

• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement

Operation 10 - 16

• Power On And Self-Test

• Memory/Beep Confirmation

• Audio Level Adjustment

• Auto Quiet/Mute Modes

• City Modes

• Dim/Dark Mode

• Stay Alert

• Option Select Mode

• Teach/Tutorial Mode

Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts 17 - 20

• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

• Pulse Protection

• Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

• VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts

• Alert Priority

• Reset Features/Care Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide 21
Are Detectors Legal? 22
Speed Monitoring Technologies 23 - 24

• Radar Facts

• Laser Facts

• Other Speed Detection Systems

• Radar Detector Detectors

Warranty Information 25 - 27
Specifications 28
Accessories 29

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Whistler 1595SE

WHISTLER FEATURES

1595SE

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DARK

PWR

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5

9

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VOL

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QUIET

CITY

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Whistler’ s ergonomic 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.

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3. Speaker - Provides distinct audio and Real Voice

warnings

for X, K, Ka band radar , safety radar, laser, VG-2 and Stay Alert.

4. Power/Dim/Dark Button - Turns unit on/off and engages
Dim/Dark modes (press and hold for 2 seconds).

5. Volume Up/Down Buttons - Adjust volume up or
down.

6. High Visibility LED Display - Provides distinct visual con­firmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates en­gaged modes of operation.

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WHISTLER FEATURES

7. Quiet/Menu Button - Pr essing QUIET 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 QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio
alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed. Pressing
and holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode
and change menus.

8. CITY/CITY 1/CITY 2 Button - Reduces the annoyance
of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.

9. Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical waveguide
provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from
behind.

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1 1

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.

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WHISTLER FEATURES

Accessories

Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.
Coiled and Straight Power Cords with Modular Plug -

Connects to the unit’s power jack and your vehicle’s lighter
socket.

Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your
vehicle’s windshield.

Visor Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your vehicle’s
visor.

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Velcro

dashboard.
Hardwire Kit - 10 ft. hardwire connects directly to vehicle’s

fuse box.
Protective Travel Case - Designed for convenience stor-

age of your Whistler Radar Detector.

Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level

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INSTALLATION

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 reception.)

• 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 wind
shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove
the detector before bending.

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INSTALLATION

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 isopr opyl alcohol if neces­sary to remove any waxes or polishes.

• Separate the Velcro
ing 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.

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fastener strips. Peel the paper back-

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.

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INSTALLATION

Visor Mounting

• 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.

Slide on visor

Insert into bracket
mounting slot

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.

Hardwire Kit Connection

At one end of the power cable the power and ground wires
are separated. The ground wire has a “U” type connector which
should be fastened to a metal surface. Look for an existing
screw or bolt under the dash to use as a grounding point. The
power wire has a spade type connector which should be con­nected to a switched +12 volt DC circuit in your vehicle’s fuse
box. A switched circuit is one that has power when your ve­hicle is on, but has not power when your vehicle is off.
Connect the “U” type connector to the ground point selected,
plug the power cord into the unit’s power jack then touch the
power wire to the +12 volt DC switched power source selected;
if the unit sounds the self test sequence, then all connections
are correct.

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INSTALLATION

Fuse Replacement Installation
Lighter Socket Cord

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: Unscrew
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 replacing the 2
amp fuse.

Hardwire Kit

Fuse holder is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse
located at the inline fuse holder. To replace fuse, hold both
ends of fuse holder, push in, and twist to open.

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OPERA TION

Power On And Self-Test

Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic
self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual dis­plays are functional and displays the engaged features.

• Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads:

WHISTLER

X

K

Ka

9

9

9

LASER

SR ON

VG2 OFF

HIGHWAY

Memory/Beep Confirmation

All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) are retained
in memory. Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms
feature “on”, two beeps confirm featur e “off”.

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OPERATION

Audio Level Adjustment

The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low to high,
in nine steps: (0) is no audio level, (8) the highest.

• Press Volume to increase audio level.

• Press Volume to decrease audio level.
As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the dis-

play indicates volume level. Example:

VOL O

No audio level

VOL

Highest Level 8

Auto Quiet Mode

Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to a level (1)
approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal
is detected. The audio alert for any new signal within 20 sec­onds will resume at level (1). Auto Quiet does not affect VG­2 or laser alerts.

• Press (Quiet/Menu) (before a signal is detected) to en­gage Auto Quiet. Display reads:

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AUTO

QUIET

• Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may cancel
the audio alarm by pressing .

• Press (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel Auto
Quiet mode.

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OPERATION

Quiet Mode

Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new alert within
20 seconds. After 20 seconds, approximately 2 beeps are pro­vided on any new alert and unit then remains quiet.

• Press to cancel the audio.

• Press a second time during an alert to restore the stan­dard audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off, then on.

City/City 1/City 2 Mode

Whistler’s three-stage City Modes are designed to reduce
the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms
and other devices which share frequencies with police radar.

• Press (City) to engage City. Display reads:

CITY

• Pressing a second time engages City 1. Display reads:

CITY 1

• Pressing (City) a third time engages City 2. Display
reads:

• Pressing (City) a fourth time cancels City , City 1, and
City 2. Display reads:

CITY 2

HIGHWAY

In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signals give an initial alarm
of two beeps, and then remains quiet unless the signal becomes
very strong. When the signal strength increases, two additional
beeps are provided. In City 1 Mode, only the X band sensitivity is

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OPERATION

lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected. CAUTION: When
selecting this mode, some towns/small cities may still be using X
band radar . If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and
the unit receives a strong radar signal, the unit performs the Auto
Quiet feature. City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser
or VG-2.

Dim/Dark Mode

Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.

• Press and hold (Power) for 2 seconds to reduce illumi­nation to a Dim setting. Display reads:

DIM

• Pressing and holding for 2 seconds a second time re­duces illumination to a dimmer setting. Display reads:

DARK

Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode,
the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being de­tected and for 20 seconds after, then the display returns to
the dimmer setting.

• Pressing and holding a third time restores full illumination to
the display .

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OPERATION

Stay Alert Feature

The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert­ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming):

• Press and hold (City) for 2 seconds. Display reads:

RU ALERT

Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show alert­ness, the driver must press either the (Volume), (City)
or (Quiet) button within 3-5 seconds. If the button is pressed
within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated.
If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds alarm sounds
and the display reads:

GET REST

• Press (Power) to exit.
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for

adequate rest. You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are
drowsy. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you
should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay
Alert feature may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or
death. NEVER OPERA TE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY.

Integrated Real Voice

When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the fol­lowing:

1. Band Identification

2. Safety Warning System
NOTE: In certain cases the voice message does not replicate
the text message.

3. Feature Selection

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messages

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OPERATION

Option Select Mode

Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options
such as Tone Select, Real Voice, Abbreviated Power Up Se­quence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the , or

must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will

automatically be exited. To enter:
Press : *Display To Change, Option:

For 2 Seconds CUSTOM or Custom

2nd time TONE 3 or Tone 1, 2, or 3

3rd time TEST YES = YES X, K , Ka Audio tones

4th time VG2 OFF = ON Turns VG-2 On

5th time SAFETY = ON Turn s Safety Radar On

6th time VOICE = ON Real Voice engaged

Reads: Press

= NO 1 beep during

= OFF Turns VG-2 Off

ON

= OFF Turns Safety Radar Of f

ON

= OFF Real Voice

Night Mode
T ruck Mode

(3 different X, K, Ka
patterns)

Power Up

disengaged

Pg. 16

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*Factory settings.
Press anytime to exit.

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OPERATION

When Custom is displayed, pressing the Quiet button again
instead of the Volume button allows changing of other fea­tures. If one of the volume buttons is pressed it selects one of
two preprogrammed selections, night or truck. Once night or
truck is selected you cannot change other features.

Night = 1. Volume Level 4

2. Auto Quiet On

3. Dark Mode

4. Highway Mode

5. SR On

6. VG2 Off

7. Test Off

8. Voice Off

Truck = 1. V olume level 8

2. VG2 On

3. Test Off

4. Highway Mode

5. SR On

6. Voice Off

Teach/Tutorial Mode

Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.

• Press (City) and (Quiet) simultaneously and release.
Display reads:

TEACH

Quiet mode can also be accessed while T each/T utorial mode
is engaged.

• Press to exit.

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RADAR ALERTS

Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is
displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger
counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the closer the radar
source. Example:

Ka Band

Detected

Display

Digits
ramp
1-9

Pulse Protection

Ka

1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal

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When a pulse type signal (instant on strong signal) is
detected an urgent 3 second audio warning is sounded
and the display reads:

PULSE

After 3 seconds standard alert pattern continues.

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SAFETY RADAR ALERTS

Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When
Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter­like.

Safety Warning System Text

Example: Poor Road Surface:

CAUTION

POOR

ROAD

SURFACE

Note: Safety Warning System consists of 60 text messages. See insert for
full description and abbreviations.

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LASER/VG-2 ALERTS

Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and signal
strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a mini­mum of 3 seconds. Example:

LASER

The more “|||” the closer the laser source.

VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts

When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides” its own
radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG-2.

VG2 VG2

Text message confirms detection of VG-2.

Every 30 seconds, the detector checks for a VG-2 signal. If a
VG-2 signal is detected, the unit continues to hide and re­peats the VG-2 alert. If no signal is detected, two beeps are
provided, indicating an “all clear” condition. During VG-2 Alert
X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be received.

Alert Priority

When two or more signals are received at the same time,
the alert priority is:

1. Laser

2. VG-2

3. Speed Radar

4. Safety Radar
Example:
If X band is alerting, then suddenly VG-2 is detected, the VG­2 warning will override the X band alert.

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RESET FEA TURES/CARE & MAINTENANCE

Reset Features

All user features can be reset to factory settings.

• Remove Power from unit.

• Press and hold (Power) and (Quiet).

• Apply power to the unit.

• Wait for 2 beeps.

• Release and . Unit is now reset.

1. Audio to level (4).

2. Display reads Highway.

3. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.

4. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.

5. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.

6. Voice ON.

7. Night Mode OFF.

8. Truck Mode OFF.

9. Safety ON.

10. Full Power Up sequence.

11. Default TONE 3.

12. Unit ON or OFF.

Care And Maintenance

During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to
direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when
your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time.
Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the
unit. The spray may penetrate through the openings and
damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive cleaners on
the unit’s exterior.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed
to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable,
trouble-free operation. If your unit has been correctly installed
following the guidelines in this manual, but is not operating
optimally, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below.

PROBLEM: No display or audio.

• Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with a 2 amp
3AG type.

• Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary.

• Make sure lighter socket is clean.

PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps.

• Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean.

• Check connections at both ends of power cord. Substitute an­other cord to determine if cord is defective. Return defective
cord to the factory.

PROBLEM: Unit alarms when using vehicle equipment or
electrical accessories (brakes, power mirrors/windows,
directionals, horn, etc.).

• Vehicle’ s electrical system, including battery and alternator , may
have electrical noise. Install a filter capacitor (470mfd. 25 volt or
larger capacitance value) on the back of the lighter socket.

PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud enough.

• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.

• Check audio level setting (see page 11).

PROBLEM: No X band signals.

• Cancel City 2.

If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in
this Troubleshooting Guide, please call Whistler Customer
T echnical Service at 1-800-531-0004 before returning your unit
for service.

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ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?

In Most States YES!

Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used
in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Similarly,
when used in automobiles or light trucks, radar detectors
are legal in almost every state. Exceptions are Virginia and
Washington, D.C., which have local regulations restricting
the use of radar receivers in any vehicle.
Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the Federal Highway
Administration (FHwA) issued a regulation, effective January ,
1994 which prohibits radar and laser detector use in these types
of vehicles nationally.
Because of legal and legislative efforts underway to repeal
the regulation, and because enforcement varies from state
to state, we recommend contacting the Radio Association
Defending Airwave Rights (R.A.D.A.R.) for the most current
information concerning the status and enforcement of the
FHwA regulation in areas where you travel. RADAR can
be reached at:

Telephone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]

Prior to the FHwA regulation, laws existed in the state of
New Y ork restricting the use of radar detectors in trucks over
18,000 lbs. and in Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.

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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES

Radar Facts

A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain
frequencies which reflect off objects and are then picked up
by the radar gun’s receiving section. When a radar beam
reflects off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift
occurs. The radar unit converts this shift into miles per hour
to determine your vehicle’s speed.
Currently, the FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 -

10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band
(33.400 - 36.000 GHz).

Laser Facts

It’s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably
provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a
group of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a spe­cific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed.
The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identifi­cation is the result of the laser gun’s narrow beam. A radar
transmission can cover more than a four-lane highway at a
distance of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser transmission
which covers about 6 feet at the same distance.
For best protection, keep these points in mind:

• Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the
laser gun’s primary targets, mounting your Whistler detector
on the dashboard can improve laser detection at short range.

• Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see through.
If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your
detector won’t either.

• The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same
as a radar detector . Laser guns are most often used at short range.

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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES

Other Speed Detection Systems

Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to mea­sure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being used, no
detector can provide a warning. These techniques include:

• Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your
driving speed.

• Vascar/Aircraft - The time it takes a vehicle to travel a known
distance is measured.

Radar Detector Detectors

The Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2, is a microwave receiver
used by police to detect signals radiated by the local oscil­lator of a radar detector. Because its purpose is to identify
persons driving with radar detectors, the VG-2 is known as a
“radar detector detector”.
The VG-2 is the primary tool used by the police to identify
radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught, drivers risk los­ing their radar detector and receiving a fine. In addition, in­stant-on radar is almost always used in combination with a
VG-2, leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receiv­ing two tickets — one potentially for speeding, the other for
possession of a detector.
Having a radar detector capable of detecting the VG-2 alerts
you to the presence of a speed trap and preserves your ra­dar detector investment.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Consumer Warranty

Your Whistler 1595SE has a limited lifetime warranty to the
original purchaser only against all defects in materials and work­manship. This limited warranty is void if the enclosed reg-

istration forms are not returned to Whistler or the unit is
abused, modified, installed improperly , if the housing and/
or serial number have been removed. There are no expr ess

warranties covering this product other than those set forth in
this warranty. All express or implied warranties for this prod­uct are limited. Whistler is not liable for damages of any type
arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this product.

Service Under Warranty

During the warranty period, defective units will be repaired or
replaced (with the same or a comparable model), at Whistler’ s
option, without charge to the purchaser when returned pre­paid, with dated proof of purchase to the address below . Units
returned without dated proof of purchase will be handled as
described in section “Service Out Of Warranty.” Due to the
specialized equipment necessary for testing a radar/laser re­ceiver, there are no authorized service stations for Whistler
brand detectors other than the factory.
When returning a unit for service under warranty, please fol­low these instructions:

1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy
equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested, and
shipping charges prepaid to:

Whistler CTS

16 Elizabeth Drive

Chelmsford, MA 01824

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for

loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please
ship your unit insured with return receipt requested.

2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly
printed:

• Y our name and street addr ess (for shipping via UPS), and a
daytime telephone number. (No P.O. Box please.)

• A detailed description of the problem (e.g., “Unit performs
self-test but does not respond to radar”).

• A copy of your dated proof of purchase or bill of sale.

3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial number. For
reference, please write your unit’s serial number in the fol­lowing space: s/n __________________.
Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.

IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit is within the war­ranty period, make sure you keep a copy of your dated proof
of purchase.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

Service Out Of Warranty

Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when:

• The unit no longer belongs to the original owner.

• Dated proof of purchase is not supplied.

• The unit has been returned without its serial number.

• The unit has been abused, modified, installed improperly,
or had its housing removed.

• Enclosed registration card(s) not filled out and returned to
Whistler.
The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler
detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty ser­vice, please return your unit as outlined in the section “Ser ­vice Under Warranty” along with a certified check or money
order for $55.00. Payment may also be made by MasterCard
or VISA; personal checks are not accepted. In the event re­pairs cannot be covered by the minimum $55.00 service fee,
you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service spe­cialist who will outline options available to you. If you elect not
to have your unit repaired/replaced, it will be retur ned to you along
with your certified check or money order.

IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for service, be cer-
tain to include a daytime telephone number.

Customer Service

If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whis­tler detector, or require service during or after the warranty
period, please call Customer Technical Service at 1-800-531-

0004. Representatives are available to answer your questions
Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST).

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions: 1.1"H x 2.7"W x 4.6"L

• Weight: 6.5 oz.

• Laser Wavelength Detection Range:

905 ± 50 nanometers (nm)

• Radar Frequencies:

10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)

24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )

33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)

• Operating Temperature Range:

-20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F)

• Power Requirements:

Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 200mA nominal

One or more U.S. patents may apply: #4,315,261; #5,146,227;
#5,379,456. Other patents pending.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available through Whistler
retailers or can be ordered dir ectly fr om Whistler by call­ing 1-800-531-0004.

Order Description Price
Code

202138 Visor Bracket $6.95
202139 Windshield Bracket $9.95
206294 *Modular Lighter Plug $7.95

(Requires 206550 or

206551)
206553 Coiled Power Cord (7”) $15.95
206552 Straight Power Cord (5’) $14.95
206550 *Modular Straight $6.95

Power Cord (5')
(Requires 206294)

206551 *Modular Coiled $7.95

Power Cord (7')

(Requires 206294)
206879 Velcro
206880 Hardwire Kit (10' ) $9.95

201998 Travel Case $9.95

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for wiring to fuse box)

$1.95

*Modular: interconnecting pieces cord and plug.

Shipping and handling (per order) $3.00

Massachusetts residents please add applicable sales tax. Prices
are subject to change without notice.

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ACCESSORY ORDER FORM

PLEASE SHIP TO:

Name ___________________________________________
Street __________________________________________
City __________________ State_____ Zip _________
Telephone Number ( ______ ) ______________________

Order Code/DescriptionQuantity Total Price

$

Subtotal
Sales Tax (if Applicable)
Shipping and Handling $ 3.00
Total Enclosed $

SEND ORDER FORM WITH CERTIFIED CHECK OR
MONEY ORDER TO:

Whistler CTS

16 Elizabeth Drive

Chelmsford, MA 01824

IF PA YING BY MASTERCARD OR VISA PLEASE PROVIDE:

Type Of Card _____ MasterCard _____VISA
Name On Card ___________________________________

Card Number ____________________________________
Expiration Date __________________________________
Cardholder’s Signature ____________________________

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