Whistler 1670LD User Manual

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THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927
25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491
OWNER’S MANUAL
1670LD
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
P/N 1670LDMAN/REV2 © WHISTLER 2002
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INTRODUCTION
If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations:
1-800-531-0004
Hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit www.whistlergroup.com
Please keep the receipt in a safe place. If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warran­ty service charge applies. Note: Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase. The warranty is validated only by a copy of the original store receipt. Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space provided in the warranty section of the manual.
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 products are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle more productive, more fulfilling, safer, or just simply more fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve your driving experience.
Your new Whistler 1670LD laser/radar detector detects all radar, laser and safety radar systems, plus offers Whistler’s exclusive Safe Driving System with Real Voice™ technology, Vehicle Battery Saver, and Memo Features. The c o m p rehensive safety system detects all safety radar including the Safety Wa rning System™ keeping you i n f o rmed of road hazards and adverse weather. Plus, Whistler’s unique Stay Alert™ feature tests driver’s alertness on long solo trips. Whistler’s 1670LD also offers a memo feature that allows you to record important dates, numbers or directions.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler 1670LD and to better understand the differences between detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recom­mend reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our website www.whistlergroup.com
Enjoy the Whistler 1670LD and please drive safely. Sincerely, THE WHISTLER GROUP
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Topic Page
Model Features Summary....................................................3 - 5
Installation.............................................................................6 - 8
• Mounting Guidelines
• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting
• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement
Operation............................................................................9 - 18
• Power On And Self-Test
• Selftest Mute
• Integrated Real Voice™
• Feature Engaged Confirmation
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
• City Modes
• Dim/Dark Modes
• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection
• Stay Alert
• Option Select Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Memo Mode
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts..........................................19 - 23
• Radar 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............................................................24
Are Detectors Legal?...............................................................25
Speed Monitoring Technologies.....................................25 - 27
• Radar Facts
• Laser Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information........................................................28 - 30
Specifications............................................................................31
Accessories...............................................................................32
WHISTLER FEATURES
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Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special feature s 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 and Real Voice™
warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2.
4. Power/Dim/Dark/Play Button – Turns unit on/off and engages Dim/Dark modes (press and hold for 2 seconds). In Memo mode, starts/stops playing a recorded message.
5. Volume Up/Down Buttons – Adjust volume up or down. In Memo mode, selects one of three messages.
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6. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir-
mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.
7. Quiet/Menu/Record Button - Pressing QUIET before 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 (see page 15). In Memo mode, this button starts/stops re c o rd i n g .
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.
10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens 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. 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. Hook & Loop Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on
a level dashboard.
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INSTALLATION
Mounting Guidelines
Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the
w i n d s h i e l d .
Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir­ro red 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 re c e p­t i o n . )
Some windshields have an Instaclear™or Electriclear™t y p e coating, which affect radar signals. Consult your dealer or the o w n e r’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.
P ress the suction cups onto the windshield at the location you have chosen. I M P O RTA N T: Some newer cars have a
plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield. The suction cups may leave permanent marks on this type of s u rface. 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 v e h i c l e s .
Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place.
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the wind-
INSTALLATION
shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and re m o v e the detector before bending.
Dash Mounting
Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is
relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopro p y l alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes.
Separate the 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 fastener strip over the unit’s serial number. If the fastener strip is removed, the serial number may be pulled off the unit. Units without serial numbers are not covered under warr a n t y.
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INSTALLATION
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 ro a d .
Slide on view
Insert into bracket mounting slot. Do not bend this section of bracket.
Power Connection
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power j a c k .
• 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. (I M P O RTA N T: U n s c rew slowly. The tip contains a spring which may fly out when disassembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and s c rew on the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.
Retighten occasionally.
U n s c rew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp f u s e .
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OPERATION
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.
• Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads:
Self-test Mute
Simply press the Quite/Record button during the self-test sequence to cancel the self-test audio. This will not effect radar/laser alerts. To restore the self-test audio, simply press the Quiet/Record button during the next self-test.
Integrated Real Voice
When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the following:
1.Band Identification
2.Safety Warning System messages
3.Feature Selection
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