Whistler 1750, 1760, 1765 User Manual

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THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL [phone] FX [phone]

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER

25 Industrial Ave.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL [phone] FX [phone]

OWNER’S MANUAL

1750/1760/1765

LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER

1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel [phone]

P/N 1750/1760/1765MAN, © 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

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.

Our new units offer not only bold new styling but also many features
not found on other detectors at any price. We start with a proven
detection circuitry with All Band™ and added top-of-the-line fea­tures such as:

• Whistler’s exclusive Safe Driving System ­Incorporates the Safety Warning System (SWS), keeping you
informed of road hazards as well as our unique Stay Alert system,
it tests your alertness on long solo trips.

• Vehicle Battery Saver - battery saver turns the detector off if you
forget.

• High Visibility Display - a digital display with safety messages to
you informed while you drive.

• Real Voice™ - (1750 only) allows you to keep your eyes on the
road.

• Digital Compass - (1760, 1765 only) provides cardinal points and
direction in 5 degree increments.

Even though these units are packed full of features, they’re still very
easy to use. To fully utilize your unit to its potential, we recommend
reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our web site
www.whistlergroup.com.

Note: On 1760 and 1765 models the compass must be calibrated
before use! See Compass Calibration set-up section.

Enjoy your new Whistler and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
THE WHISTLER GROUP

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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

• Compass Calibration Set-up

Operation..........................................................................10 - 18

• Power On And Self-Test

• Feature Engaged Confirmation

• Compass Mode (1760, 1765 only)

• Integrated Real Voice™ (1750 only)

• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes

• City Mode

• Dim/Dark Mode

• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection

• Stay Alert

• Option Select Mode

• Teach/Tutorial 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 and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide............................................................24

Are Detectors Legal?...............................................................25

Speed Monitoring Technologies.....................................26 - 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 FEATURES

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 warnings for X, K, Ka

band radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2.

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

5. Volume Up/Down Buttons – Adjust volume up or
down. Pressing both buttons enters compass calibration
mode. (Models 1760/1765 only)

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

7. Quiet/Menu 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.

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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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.

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 and level as possible near the center

of the windshield. Unit must be level for compass to function
p ro p e r l y. (Models 1760/1765 only)

• Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments,
m i rro red sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal
s u rfaces which can affect radar and laser signals and re d u c e
critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass does not aff e c t

re c e p t 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-

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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.

INSTALLATION

Compass Calibration Set-up (1760, 1765 only)

The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the com­pass to provide accurate readings. To calibrate the unit,
perform the following procedure:

1. Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle’s wind­shield in which it will be used. Make sure there are no
other magnetic sources near the detector (i.e., speaker).

2. Select a large clear area (parking lot or field) without any
power lines.

3. While parked, press both volume buttons simultaneous­ly until unit displays:

4. Drive vehicle slowly in at least two complete circles. If
calibration does not automatically finish press both volume
buttons simultaneously to complete calibration. The unit
will beep twice and display, for example:

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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Note: If unit mounting is relocated in the vehicle, (i.e.,
visor to windshield mounting or dash mounting), or if the
unit is moved to another vehicle, you must recalibrate the
compass.

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