Whistler XTR-330 User Manual

LASER/RADAR ALERTS

Safety Warning System/Audio/Visual
A

s
tone and the Numeric Icon display shows an
“
s

NNoottee:

transmitters are not located in your area.

hen your Whistler detector detects a

W

lerts

afety radar signal, it provides a distinctive audio

S.” and a decimal point when a Safety radar

ignal is detected. (XTR-260/330)

XXTTRR--226600//33330

:

Y

SSWWSS DDiissppllaay

ou will not be able to receive SWS alerts if

Alert

0
y

VG-2 ALERTS

VG-2 Detection Mode

he VG-2, also known as a “radar detector

T
detector,” is a special receiver used by police to

etect signals radiated by a radar detector. See

d
page 21 for more information on VG-2.

When a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 alert
is sounded. After 3 seconds, the audio is
cancelled and the VG-2 indicator flashes at a
slower rate. Every 30 seconds, the detector
checks for a VG-2 signal. This cycle is repeated if
the VG-2 signal is detected again. If no signal is
detected, two beeps are provided indicating an
“all clear” condition.

During the period a VG-2 signal is detected, a
radar signal cannot be detected. However,
because the VG-2 alert has confirmed that a
patrol car is nearby, you are already aware of the
potential for speed monitoring and can adjust
your speed accordingly. Laser detection is not
affected while a VG-2 signal is detected.

14

POP™ MODE ALERTS

POP™Mode Alerts

ecause POP

B
K or Ka band frequencies, POP

isplayed as regular radar alerts.

d

™

ode radar utilizes the same

M

™

Mode Alerts will be

OPTION SELECT MODE

Option Select Mode (XTR-140)

To turn VG-2 ON/OFF, press the Menu button and the

V” icon will illuminate indicating VG-2 is engaged.

“
Press the Menu button again to disengage VG-2.

Option Select Mode (XTR-260/330)

Press the Menu button to enter Option Select

ode. Each press of the Menu button changes

M
to the next selectable feature.

The Dark (
turns the feature ON/OFF or Blinking. The
decimal point illumination indicates whether a
feature is on or off. A button must be pressed
w
automatically be exited.

Model: XTR-260
Feature: Option:

VG-2 (default = OFF) DDfor ON, QQfor OFF
Dual LED Alert Periscope DDor QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING

(default = Blinking with alert)
Dual Alert Display

(default = Blinking with alert

Model: XTR-330
Feature: Option:

VG-2 (default = OFF) DDfor ON, QQfor OFF
Dual LED Alert Periscope DDor QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING

(default = Blinking with alert)
POP

(default = ON)
SWS

(default = ON)

D

D

) button and the Quiet (

ithin 20 seconds or Option Select Mode will

DD

)

™

Mode DDfor ON, QQfor OFF

DD

15

Q

Q

) button

or QQfor ON, OFF, BLINKING

for ON, QQfor OFF

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Reset Features

All user features can be reset to factory settings.

Default Factory

1. Unplug Power Cord from unit.

2. Press and hold Quiet.
. Plug the Power Cord into the unit.

3

(Power switch turned on)

4. Wait for 2 beeps.
. Release the Quiet button.

5

Unit is now reset.

Default Factory Settings are:

•

Highway Mode.

• Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.

• Auto Quiet Mode OFF.

•

VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.

• Self Test Mute OFF

• D.A.D. ON (XTR-260)

•

Dual LED Alert Periscope to Flash

• POP™ Mode ON (XTR-330)

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 plug; replace if necessary with a
2 amp 3AG type. Check fuse for lighter
socket; replace if necessary. Make sure
cigarette the lighter socket is clean.

PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud

enough.

Mode. Check audio level setting

Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City

(see pg.8).

16

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM: The unit gives laser alert when

accelerating. See F. A. Q. on website.

PROBLEM: The 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 the cord is defective. Return the
defective cord to the factory.

If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by
information in this Troubleshooting Guide,
please call Whistler Customer Service at
1-800-531-0004 or visit our FAQ page at
www.whistlergroup.com/faq-detectors.asp
before returning your unit for service.

Care & 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.

17

ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?

In Most States YES!

Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every
state (with the exception of Virginia and
Washington, D.C., which have local
r

egulations restricting the use of radar
receivers in any vehicle) when used in
automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000
lbs.).

Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
issued a regulation, effective January, 1994
which prohibits radar and laser detector use
i

n these types of vehicles nationally. Prior to
the FHWA regulation, laws existed in the
state of New York restricting the use of radar
detectors in trucks over 18,000 lbs. and in
Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.

FCC Information

FCC ID: HSXWH10 - XTR-140/260/330
FCC ID: HSXWH21 - XTR-140/260/330

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

IMPORTANT

changes or modifications not expressly
approved by Whistler could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

:

FCC requirements state that

18

SPEED MONITORING

Radar Facts

A radar gun operates by transmitting radio
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off
o

bjects 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).

Note:

A radar detector will only alarm if an
officer is transmitting on any one of the above
radar bands.

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 3 feet at the same distance. For
best protection, keep these points, listed on
the following section, in mind:

19

SPEED MONITORING

L

aser Facts (Continued)

• Because your vehicle’s license plate or
headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets,
mounting your Whistler detector on the
d

ashboard 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.

Whistler Laser/Radar detectors receive all current
laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905
+/- 10nm.

• Pro Laser

• LTI 20-20

• Ultra Lyte

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:

•

•

™

I II III

g

PPaacciinng

- A patrol car drives behind you and

matches your driving speed.

VVaassccaarr//AAiirrccrraafft

t

- The time it takes a vehicle

to travel a known distance is measured.

20

SPEED MONITORING

Radar Detector Detectors (VG-2)
Spectre

is a microwave receiver used by police to
detect signals radiated
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 a tool used by the
police to identify radar detector equipped
vehicles. If caught, in a state where detectors
are illegal, (see page 18), 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
may alert you to the presence of a speed trap.

For more information on speed monitoring
technologies, please visit our F.A.Q. page on
our website: www.

IItt iiss tthhee rreessppoonnssiibbiilliittyy ooff tthhee iinnddiivviidduuaall rraaddaar
ddeetteeccttoorrooppeerraattoorr ttoo kknnooww aanndd uunnddeerrssttaanndd tthhe
llaawwss iinn yyoouurr aarreeaarreeggaarrddiinngg tthhee lleeggaalliittyy ooff tthhe
uussee ooff rraaddaarr ddeetteeccttoorrss.

NOTE: Having a radar detector capable of
detecting the VG-2 may alert you to the
presence of a speed trap. The newest tool
Police have to detect radar detectors is
called Spectre. Spectre can detect the
majority of undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar
detectors on the market.

The Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2,

by the local oscillator

whistlergroup.com

r

e

.

21

e

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Consumer Warranty

This Whistler Laser/Radar detector is
warranted to the original purchaser for a period
of one year from the date of original purchase
against all defects in materials and
workmanship. This limited warranty is void if
the unit is abused, modified, installed
improperly, if the housing has been removed,
or if the serial number is missing. There are no
express warranties covering this product other
than those set forth in this warranty. All
express or implied warranties for this product
are limited to one year. Whistler is not liable
for damages arising from the use, misuse, or
operation of this product.

Service Out of Warranty

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

•The units original warranty has expired.

•A dated store receipt is not supplied.

•The unit has been returned without its serial number.

•The unit has been abused, modified, installed
impr

Service Under Warranty

war
repaired without charge when returned with a
dated store receipt to the address below. Units
r
handled as described in section

Of Warranty.”

necessary for testing a laser/radar receiver,
there are no authorized service stations for
Whistler brand detectors other than Whistler.

, or had its housing r

operly

ranty period, defective units will be

ned without dated stor

etur

Due to the specialized equipment

emoved.

During the

eceipt will be

e r

vice Out

“Ser

22 23

WARRANTY INFORMATION

When returning a unit for service, please follow
these instructions:

.

11.

Ship the unit in the original carton or in a
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with
return receipt requested to:

WWhhiissttlleerr RReeppaaiirr DDeepptt.

1201 North Dixieland Rd

PPlleeaassee aallllooww 33 wweeeekkss ttuurrnn aarroouunndd ttiimmee.

IMPORTANT:

responsibility for loss or damage incurred in
shippi ng . Therefore, please ship your unit insured
with return receipt requested.

accepted!

.

22.

Include with your unit the following
information,clearly printed:

our name and street address

•Y

, a daytime telephone number and an e-mail

UPS)

address, if applicable.

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

A copy of your dated stor

•

.

33.

Be certain your unit is returned with its serial

Rogers, AR. 72756

Whistler will not assume

eceipt or bill of sale.

e r

number. For reference, please write your unit’s
serial number in the following space: ________.

Units without serial numbers ar

TANT:To validate that your unit is

IMPOR

within the warranty period, make sure you
keep a copy of your dated store receipt. You
may register your warranty online at

whistlergroup.com, however, for

www.

ranty verification purposes, a

war
your dated store receipt must accompany any
unit sent in for warranty work.

e not covered under warranty.

.

.

COD’s will not be

(for shipping via

copy of

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Service Out of Warranty (Continued)

The minimum out of warranty service fee for
your Whistler detector is $35.00 (U.S.). If you
require out of warranty service, please
return your unit as outlined in the section
“Service Under Warranty” along with a
certified check or money order for $35.00.
Payment may also be made by MasterCard,
VISA or American Express;

are not accepted

.

In the event repairs cannot be covered by
the minimum $35.00 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, it will be returned to you along
with your certified check or money order.

IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for
service, be certain to include a daytime
telephone number and an email address
(if applicable).

Customer Service

If you have questions concer
operation of your Whistler detector, or
require service during or after the warranty
period, please call Customer Service at:

Representatives are available to answer your questions

Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT).

1-800-531-0004.

www.whistlergroup.com

personal checks

ning the

24

Laser Wavelength:

SPECIFICATIONS

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, 250mA nominal
Vehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.

One or more U.S. patents may apply:
#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120, #5,990,821

POP™Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries,
Inc.

®

is a trademark of Safety Warning System L.C.

SWS

Specifications ar
notice.

e subject to change without

25

These and other accessories can be

ACCESSORIES

ordered directly from Whistler by calling

1-800-531-0004 or visiting our online store

at www.whistlergroup.com

OOrrddeerr ##DDeessccrriippttiioon

202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95

202151 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95

206552 Straight Power Cord (5’) $14.95

206553 Coiled Power Cor

206880 Hardwire Kit (10' ) $ 9.95

206666 Modular* Cord Package $17.95

159032 Package of 8 Suction Cups $ 2.95

402081 Non Skid Dash Pad $ 6.95

206660

206661

500501

*Modular: Inter
SShhiippppiinngg aanndd hhaannddlliinngg ((ppeerr oorrddeerr)) $$55..0000 PPrriicceess aarree
ssuubbjjeecctt ttoo cchhaannggee wwiitthhoouutt nnoottiiccee.

(for wiring to fuse box)

(includes coiled and straight
cords, and power adapter)

Straight Modular Cor
Socket Multiplier $11.95

Coiled Modular Cor
Socket Multiplier $12.95

Zipped Travel Case $ 9.95

connecting pieces cor

n

d (7’) $15.95

d &

d &

.

26

PPrriiccee

d and plug.

OWNER’S MANUAL

XTR-140/260/330

™

™

TToottaall BBaanndd PPrrootteeccttiioon

n

LASER-RADAR

DETECTOR

The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters

13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712

el 479.273.6012 • Fax [phone]

T

Whistler Customer Return Center

1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers,

Customer Service Tel [phone]

www.whistlergroup.com

1,

P/N 26001

©

AR 72756

Whistler 2007

Dear Whistler Owner,

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
at www.whistlergroup.com. For warranty
verification purposes, a copy of your dated
store receipt must 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.

INTRODUCTION

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 warranty section of the
manual.

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
manual 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 CONTENTS

odel Features Summary................................. 3 - 6

M

nstallation....................................................... 7 - 8

I

•

M

ounting Guidelines 7

•

W

indshield Mounting 7

•

P

ower Connection And Fuse Replacement 8

Operation....................................................... 8 - 12

•

P

ower On Self Test & Volume 8

•

I

ntegrated Real Voice

•

F

eature Engaged Confirmation 9

•

S

elf Test Mute 9

•

S

etting Saver 9

•

A

uto Quiet Mode 9

•

Q

uiet Mode 10

•

C

ity/City 1/City 2 Modes 10

•

H

ighway Mode 10

•

D

im/Dark Modes 11

•

E

ngaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection 12

•

V

ehicle Battery Saver Mode 12

•

S

tay Alert 12

Laser & Radar Alerts..................................... 13 - 14

•

L

aser Audio/Visual Alerts 13

•

L

aser Tips 13

•

P

ulse Protection

•

S

afety Warning System

VG-2 Alerts......................................................... 14

POP™Mode....................................................... 15

Option Select Mode........................................... 15

Troubleshooting Guide................................. 16 - 17

•

C

are & Maintenance 17

Are Detectors Legal?......................................... 18

•

F

CC Information 19

Speed Facts.................................................. 19 - 21

•

Radar Facts 19

•

Laser Facts 19-20

•

Other Speed Detection Systems 20 - 21

Warranty Information................................... 22 - 24

Specifications..................................................... 25

Accessories......................................................... 26

®

®

®

8

1

3

1

4

XTR-140 FEATURES

1

1

6

9

8

Features of XTR-140

• Total Band Protection

• Icon Display

• 360° Protection

• VG-2 Cloaking

• 3 City Modes

12c

2
10

7

12

™

• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode

• Vehicle Battery Saver

• Alert Priority

• Dual LED Periscopes

XTR-260 FEATURES

14

1

6

9

10
8

12a

Features of XTR-260

• Total Band Protection

• Blue Numeric
Icon Display

• 360° Protection

• VG-2 Cloaking

• 3 City Modes

• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode

12c

2

12b

11

7

• Dim/Dark Mode

™

• Stay Alert

• Setting Saver

• Vehicle Battery Saver

• Safety Warning System

• Alert Priority

• Dual Alert Display

• Dual LED Periscopes

34 56

XTR-330 FEATURES

14

16

5

3

4

17,18,19, 22

1

2

5

™

™

18

4

16

19

3

5

7,18,19, 22

1

21

3

4

13

5

12b

™

™

1

6

9

10

8

12a

Features of XTR-330

• Total Band Protection

• Red Numeric
Icon Display

• Detects POP

360° Protection

•

Real Voice

•

VG-2 Cloaking

•

• 3 City Modes

™

Mode

®

12c

1

2

1

1

7

• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode

™

Dim/Dark Mode

•

• Stay Alert
Setting Saver

•

• Vehicle Battery Saver

• Safety Warning System

• Alert Priority

• Dual LED Periscopes

4

7

201

15

FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS

histler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design

W

rovid es a new level of operating convenience. Special

p
features include:

ote: Not all units have all features listed.

N

. Bracket Release Button –

1

and easy release of the mounting bracket.

2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings
or X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and

f
VG-2.

3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holds

ounting bracket firmly.

m

4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency

antenna receives radar signals.

. Front Laser – high gain optical lens provides

5

increased sensitivity and field of view for
leading-edge laser detection.

. Rear Laser –an integrated optical

6

waveguide provides superior detection of
laser signals transmitted from behind.

. City Button -reduces the annoyance of

7

false alerts typically encountered in urban
driving areas.

8. Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a

radar signal is detected engages Auto Quiet
Mode which provides “clicking” sounds
after the initial warning. Pressing QUIET
during a radar encounter silences audio
alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep
you informed.

9. Power / Volume Control – turns unit on/off

and adjusts audio level.

10. Dim Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes

11. Menu Button - (XT R- 140 ) turns VG2 on/off.

(XTR-260/330) enters option select mode.

12. Icon Display - offers easy-to-read display to

indicate power, city mode, radar band
identification, and signal strength.

rovides quick

p

FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS

2a. Numeric Icon Display (XTR-260/330)

1

ombines icon display with a 7 segment digital

c
display that shows signal strength indication

nd band identification.

a

2b. Dual Alert Display: D.A.D. (XTR-260)

1

provides additional visual alerts of threats

head.

a

12c. Dual Alert LED Periscope - provides

additional visual alerts.

3. VG-2/Laser Icon – indicates the unit is

1

receiving VG-2 or laser signals.

14. X-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving
n X-band signal.

a

15. K-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving a

K-band signal.

6. Ka-band Icon -indicates the unit is receiving

1

a Ka-band signal.

17. H - indicates unit is in Highway mode.

18. C - City Icon - indicates that the unit is

perating in city mode.

o

9. Signal Strength Icon - indicates the strength

1

of the signal being detected.

20. K/Ka-band Icon - shows the unit is receiving

a K or Ka band signal. K/Ka indicator will
flash for Ka band.

21. V - indicates that the unit is receiving a

VG-2 signal. Indicates that VG-2 is engaged.

22. L - indicates that the unit is receiving a laser

signal.

•

Total Band Protection™ - Complete Band
Coverage that detects laser, radar, VG-2 and safety
radar bands.

Mounting Guidelines

INSTALLATION

•

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 affects radar signals. Consult your
dealer or the owner’s manual to determine if your
windshield has this coating.

•

Avoid placing unit in direct contact with the wind
shield.

•

To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the 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.

IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plastic

coating on the inside of the windshield. The

safety
windshield
this type of surface.

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 windshield in direct
sunlight. If the detector is r
blistering of the dash in some vehicles.

bracket may leave per

To find out if your vehicle has this

manent marks on

emoved, this may cause

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

™

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.

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:

contains a spring which may fly out when
disassembling.
screw on the tip. With use, the screw cap on the
plug may loosen. Retighten it occasionally.

Unscrew slowly. The tip

Insert the new fuse with the spring and

OPERATION

Power On Self Test & Volume

Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an

INSTALLATION

automatic self-test sequence confirms that the

and visual displays ar

speaker
increase the volume, continue turning the
volume knob.

Integrated Real Voice® (XTR-330)

When selected, Real V
articulate the following:

1. Band Identification

2.

Safety Warning System messages

3. Feature Selection

Voice OFF/ON is selected by holding quiet
button for approximately 2 seconds. Voice ON
will announce "caution", V
double beep.

e functional. T

®

will be used to

oice

oice OFF will give a

o

Feature Engaged Confirmation

OPERATION

Each time a button is pressed, one beep confirms the
feature is “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.

Self Test Mute

Simply press the Quiet button during the self-test
sequence to cancel the self-test audio. This will
not affect radar/laser alerts. To restore the self­test audio, simply press the Quiet button during
the next self-test.

Setting Saver (XTR-260/330)

Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so
that when the detector is turned off and then on
again, you do not have to re-enter them.

Auto Quiet Mode

Pressing QUIET before a radar signal is detected
provides an alternate alert pattern, consisting of four
beeps (indicating X, K, Ka or Safety Radar) followed
by clicking. The clicking will continue for as long as
the detected signal is present or any new signal is
detected within 20 seconds, becoming more rapid
as the strength of the signal increases.

• Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to
engage Auto Quiet.

• Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you

may cancel the audio alar

• Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to

cancel Auto Quiet mode.

Quiet Mode

Pressing Quiet cancels the audio during an alert and
any new aler
20 seconds, 2 beeps are provided on any new alert,
and the unit then remains quiet.

• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.

•

t within 20 seconds. After approximately

ess Quiet a second time during an aler

Pr

d audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off, then on.

standar

m by pressing Quiet.

e the

estor

t to r

City/City I/City II Mode

OPERATION OPERATION

Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to
reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers,
intrusion alarms and other devices which share

equencies with police radar. Generally, X band is

fr
used for these devices.

• Press City button to cancel Highway mode and
engage City Mode. The display will switch from

H

C

H

C

” to “

”.

“

ess City button again to enter City

• Pr

• Press City button again to enter City

e

NNootte

: After 3 seconds, “

indicator turns off on the XTR-140.

• Pressing City button a fourth time cancels City
Mode and returns the unit to Highway Mode.

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. City
Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, but

I

I

in City

Mode, only the X band sensitivity is

lowered. In City
Caution: Some towns/small cities may still be

using X band radar. City Modes do not change
the audio alert for laser or VG-2.

Highway Mode

Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time
radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser signals are
detected, and is r

ecommended for open r

I

I

” or “

I

III

Mode, X-band is not detected.

I

I

Mode.

III

I

I

III

” City Mode

I

I

and City

oad driving.

Mode.

Dual Alert Display D.A.D. (XTR-260)

Whistler’s Dual Alert Display (D.A.D.) provides an
additional attention getting visual alert to the
already Intense Blue Numeric Display. The two
extra LED’s in the display area flash on and off
when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual
alert. D.A.D. can be programmed, through the
Option Select Mode to:

1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3. turn
D.A.D. off completely.

Dual LED Alert Periscope

Whistler’s new Dual LED Alert Periscope provides
an additional attention getting visual alert. The

I

III

two extra LED’s flash on and off when the unit
alarms to provide a unique visual alert. This alert
can be programmed, through the Option Select
Mode to: 1. flash for all alarms, 2. remain on, or 3.
turn LEDs off completely.

I

III

Dim/Dark Mode (XTR-260/330)

Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the

.

display

• Press the Dark button to reduce illumination to a
Dim setting.
Press the Dark button a second time engages Dark

•
Mode.

In Dark mode display illumination is further
reduced.Dim or dark can be engaged
during an aler

t. In Dark Mode, the display
goes dark for as long as a signal is being
detected and for 20 seconds
display r

•

ns to the dimmer setting.

etur

essing the Dark button a thir

Pr
illumination to the display.

after, then the

estores full

d time r

Engaging/Disengaging VG-2

OPERATION

See Option Select Mode to turn this feature on.

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically
shuts off your detector after 6 hours. The timer
is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged
or any button is pressed before the time has
expired. The detector will alert you with an
audible and visual warning before it shuts off.
During this warning, you can momentarily reset
the unit by pressing any button. This will reset
the timer. If the unit has automatically turned
itself off, press any button to turn the unit back on.

Stay Alert Feature (XTR-260/330)

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

ess and hold the City button for less then 2 seconds.

• Pr
The ”H” or “C” will flash indicating Stay Alert is
activated.W
sounded; to show alertness, the driver must press
either the City, Menu or Quiet button within 3-5
seconds. If the button is pr
the cycle is repeated. If a button was not pressed
within 3-5 seconds, the alarm sounds and the display
flashes all the LEDs.

• Press Dark to cancel Stay Alert.

ARNING!!!

W

substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate a
vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended periods of
vehicle operation, you should take fr
Impr
damage, personal injury or death.

NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY.

ithin 30-60 seconds two beeps ar

essed within 3-5 seconds,

t is NOT intended as a

Stay Aler

oper reliance on the Stay Alert ma y resul t in vehi cle

equent br

e

eaks.

LASER/RADAR ALERTS

Laser Audio / Visual Alerts

When a laser signal is detected, the display
indicates alert by illuminating the “V/L” and
scrolling the signal strength indicators from right
to left or display indicates an “L” on the
display. The audio alert is continuous for a
minimum of 3 seconds.

Laser Tips

If you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun
can often determine your speed within a few
seconds after you receive an alert. In this
situation there is generally no time to safely
adjust your speed. However, if you are
traveling near or behind the targeted
vehicle and receive an alert, response time
should be sufficient. Any laser alert, regardless
of duration, requires immediate action!

Pulse Protection

Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult to
detect than conventional radar because it
remains “off” until activated to measure the
spee d of a targeted vehicle. When a pulse
type transmission is detected, your
detector sounds an urgent 3-second audio

ning and flashes the Aler

war
indicators
260/330 models display “P”.) After the
3-second pulse alert, the standard alert
pattern continues for as long as the signal is
present. It is important to respond promptly
to a pulse alert, since warning time may be
minimal.

®

Whistler

t strength

at their fastest rate. (The XTR-