Whistler GT-468GXI User Manual
GT-468GXi
High Performance
LASER-RADAR
DETECTOR
with GPS
User Guide
Dear Whistler Customer,
If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler
product please call:
Customer Service
1-479-273-6012
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 at 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! Please record the serial number of the
unit in the space provided in the accessories section of the
guide.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your Whistler
detector and to better understand the differences between
detecting radar, laser, and safety radar signals, we recommend
reading this entire guide or visiting our FAQ page on our
website www.whistlergroup.com
Enjoy your Whistler detector and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENT
Model Features Summary .....................................5 - 6
Installation ............................................................. 7 - 10
• Mounting Guidelines
• Windshield Mounting
• Power Cord Connection
• Fuse Replacement
Operation ............................................................ 11 - 26
• Power On and Self-Test
• Memory/Beep Confirmation
• Audio Level Adjustment
• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes
• City/City 1/City 2 Modes
• Highway Mode
• Understanding the Display
• Signal Strength Meter
• Alert Periscopes
• Redlight / Speed Camera Detection
• Getting a Satellite Lock
• Camera Alerts
• Manual Entry
• Updating the Database
• Dim/Dark Modes
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Filter Modes
• TFSR/FDSR Modes
• Setting Saver
• VG-2 Mode
• Laser Signature ID (LSID)
• Selectable Laser
• POP™ Mode Detection
• Alert Priority
• Option Select Mode
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TABLE OF CONTENT
• Stay Alert
™
Radar/Laser Alerts ..................................................... 27
• Radar Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection
®
Reset Features ............................................................ 28
Care and Maintenance .............................................. 29
Troubleshooting Guide ............................................ 29
Speed Monitoring Technologies .................... 31 - 34
• Are Detectors Legal?
• POP™ Mode
• Laser Facts
• Laser Tips
• Radar Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information ....................................... 35 - 37
Specifications ............................................................. 38
Accessories ................................................................. 39
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FEATURES
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3
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FEATURES
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. Speaker - provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band
radar and laser.
3. Mounting Bracket Location - slot holds mounting bracket firmly
4. Radar Antenna - compact, high-efficiency antenna receives
radar signals.
5. Front Laser - high gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity
and field of view for leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser - an integrated optical waveguide provides superior
detection of laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically
encountered in urban driving areas.
8. Quiet 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.
9. Power / Volume Control - turns the unit on/off and adjusts the
audio level.
10. Dim / Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes.
11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
12. Blue OLED Text Display - provides better contrast, brightness
and color/shows alerts detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
13. Alert Periscopes - provide an additional attention getting visual
alert.
14. GPS Antenna - provides Traffic Camera alerts as well as other
speed selective settings.
15. Power Jack - provides connection for the power cord.
16. USB Jack - provides connection to a PC for data updates.
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INSTALLATION
Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the
windshield.
• Do not mount the 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 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 the unit in direct contact with the windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the unit when
not in use.
Windshield
Mounting
IMPORTANT: Make sure the unit is level
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INSTALLATION
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.
Rubber
Bumper
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 vehicle’s 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.
• 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.
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INSTALLATION
Power Cord 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 socket.
NOTE: Cord fits tightly into detector. When installing the
cord, expect some resistance.
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INSTALLATION
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: 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.
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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, visual displays
are functional along with many of the saved settings. To
increase the volume, continue turning the volume knob.
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 feature “off”.
Audio Level Adjustment
To change the audio level:
• Move Power/Volume knob back to increase audio level.
• Move Power/Volume knob forward to decrease audio level.
Quiet Mode
Quiet mode cancels audio during an alert and any new
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of no radar signal
detected, the audio alerts are restored.
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the
standard audio alert pattern.
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OPERATION
Auto Quiet Mode
Auto Quiet mode reduces the selected audio level
approximately 5 seconds after a radar signal is detected
followed by a reduced tone. The reduced tone will continue
for as long as the detected signal is present and for any
new signal within 20 seconds. Auto Quiet mode does not
affect laser alerts. Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to
engage Auto Quiet mode.
• Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may cancel the
audio alarm by pressing Quiet.
• Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel Auto
Quiet mode.
NOTE: Speed selectable Auto Quiet is selectable in Option
Mode.
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