Whistler CRUISADER User Manual
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC.
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927
© The Whistler Group, Inc. 2005
OWNER’S MANUAL
CRUISADER
MOTORCYCLE
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
www.whistlergroup.com
www.whistlergroup.com
INTRODUCTION
If you have questions concerning the
operation of this Whistler product please call:
CuSTOmer SeRVICE
1-800-531-0004
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit our website
www.whistlergroup.com
Please keep the receipt in a safe place.
You may register your product online
www.whistlergroup.com.
For warranty
verification purposes, a copy of your dated
store receipt must still accompany any unit
sent in for warranty work. 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 the dated 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.
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Dear Whistler Owner,
Whistler has developed a complete and comprehensive laser/radar
solution for motorcycles and other recreational type vehicles. This
unit allows discrete laser/radar protection with many installation
options. See the installation manual which covers all of these options.
Not only does this unit provide a stealthy installation but also delivers
very powerful protection from the newest laser/radar guns – especially
POP™ Mode detection! Along with POP™ mode this unit also offers:
• BLUE BACKLIT TEXT DISPLAY
shows laser-radar information, VG-2 alerts, SWS™ messages,
and detector status in text form.
OPTIONAL WIRELESS IN-HELMET DISPLAY UNIT- WIHD
•
• BATTERY MONITOR
• AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE
• CONTROL PANEL DESIGNED TO FIT 2 1/16” GAUGE MOUNTS
This allows use of after market housings to further customize
this unit.
Even though the CRUISADER is packed full of features, it’s 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.
Enjoy your new Whistler and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHISTLER FEATURES
Model Features Summary....................................................3 - 4
Operation ............................................................................5 - 14
• Power On And Self-Test
• CRUISADER Display
• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2
• Backlight Settings
• City Modes
• Stay Alert
• Option Select Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Aux Out
• Voice Module Port
• Memory/Beep Confirmation
• Auto Level Adjustment
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts ..........................................15 - 18
• 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
Communication Breakdown....................................................19
Troubleshooting Guide............................................................20
Are Detectors Legal? ...............................................................21
• FCC Information
Speed Monitoring Technologies .....................................22 - 23
• Radar Facts
• POP™Mode
• Total Band Protection
• Laser Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information........................................................24 - 26
Specifications............................................................................27
Accessories........................................................................28 - 29
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Whistler CRUISADER
Power/Volume Button
Alert LED
B/L Button
City Button
Quiet/Menu Button
Laser-Radar Antenna
Laser Module
Temperature Probe
Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level
of operating convenience. Special features include:
• Laser- Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna
receives both laser and radar signals.
• City/City 1/City 2 Mode – Reduces the annoyance of false
alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.
• Laser Module – Provides rear laser protection or front detection
(if laser/radar antenna is concealed).
Note: Specifications and appearance may change without notice.
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WHISTLER FEATURES
OPERATION
• Blue Backlit LCD Text Display - Provides distinct visual
confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
• Ambient Temperature & Volt Meter– Monitors the air
temperature and the vehicle’s charging system
• Total Band™ Protection– Provides Complete Band
Coverage of all Laser, Radar, VG-2, and Safety Radar Bands.
• Stay Alert– Whistler’s exclusive Stay Alert™ feature tests
your alertness on long trips.
• Selectable Bands– allows for the user to turn off bands not
used in that specific driving area.
• Alert Priority- If more than one signal is received at the
same time, the most important alert is displayed.
• Optional Wireless In-Helmet Display (WIHD) - This receiver
provides a flashing LED that is in your peripheral vision and
flashes when the unit receives signals.
• Quiet/Menu Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is
detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically
reduces the optional 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 Quiet for 2 seconds
allows you to enter Option Select Mode (see page 13).
• Power/Volume Control - Turns unit on/off and adjusts
the optional audio level.
Power On And Self-Test
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an
automatic self-test sequence confirms that the audio (if
equipped) and visual displays are functional.
• Press
P/V or apply Power. Display reads:
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OPERATION
CRUISADER’s Display
The LCD display shows the detected signals as well as
battery voltage, air temperature, Aux out selection (LED,
Tone or Voice Module) and volume level selected.
See example:
Battery Voltage
AUX Out Feature
Temperature
Volume Level
Highway
OPERATION
Temperature
Battery Voltage
NOTE: The features listed above can be programmed
ON or OFF in option select mode. If one or more are
programmed OFF, that area will be blank. See example
of all programmed OFF Below:
Currently the laser/radar information is centered in the
display, but these can be programmed in option select
mode to have either the battery voltage or air temperature displayed center stage. See examples on page 7:
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Ice Warning Mode: When temperature drops to 32˚F
display shows:
Unit then gives a unique warning tone and the backlight
will flash. This will only happen once after the unit is first
turned on. When either Hi T or Lo T is displayed, the
limits of the temperature sensor have been reached.
Note: Temperature may rise while vehicle is stopped and
idling, this is normal.
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