Whistler Z-11RS, Z-15RS User Manual

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Whistler Z-11RS, Z-15RS User Manual

Dear Whistler Customer,

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 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.

ModelFeaturesSummary....................................

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Installation.............................................................

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• Mounting Guidelines

 

 

• Windshield Mounting

 

 

• Power Connection

 

 

• Fuse Replacement

 

 

Operation............................................................

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Power On Self Test & Volume

Integrated Real Voice® (Z-15R+/Z-15RS Only)

Feature Engaged Confirmation

Self Test Mute

Setting Saver

Auto Quiet Mode

Quiet Mode

­• City/City 1/City 2 Modes

Highway Mode

FDSR/TFSR Rejection Modes

Alert Periscopes

Dim/Dark Mode

Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

Stay Alert (Z-15R+/Z-15RS Only)

Laser&RadarAlerts...........................................

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Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

Laser Tips

Pulse Protection®

Safety Warning System™

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

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

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OptionSelectMode..........................................

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• Reset Features

 

TroubleshootingGuide....................................

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• Care & Maintenance

 

AreDetectorsLegal?........................................

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• FCC Information

 

SpeedMonitoring.............................................

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Radar Facts

Laser Facts

Other Speed Detection Systems

WarrantyInformation.......................................

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Specifications.........................................................

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Accessories.............................................................

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OPERATION

OPERATION

Self Test Mute

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, press the Quiet button during the next Self-Test.

Setting Saver

Setting Saver stores 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 several beeps (indicating X, K, Ka or Safety Warning System™) followed by reduced tone. The reduced tone 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 alarm by pressing Quiet.

Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel Auto Quiet mode.

Quiet Mode

Quiet mode cancels audio during an alert and any new alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds of no alerts, the audio is restored for any new alerts.

Press Quiet to cancel the audio.

Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the standard audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off, then on.

City/City 1/City 2 Mode

Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. Generally, X band is used for these devices.

Press City button to cancel Highway Mode and engage City Mode.

Press City button again to enter City 1 Mode

Press City button again to enter City 2 Mode

Press City button a fourth time to cancel City 2 Mode and return the unit to Highway Mode.

In City Mode, weak speed/safety warning system™ 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 1 and City 2 Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, but in City 1 Mode, X band requires a stronger signal to alert. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected.

CAUTION: Some towns/small cities may still be using X band radar. City Mode does 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 Warning System™) or laser signals are detected, and is recommended for open road driving.

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OPERATION

Field Disturbance Sensor Rejection (FDSR) Traffic Flow Sensor Rejection (TFSR)

Recently many new products that operate on police radar frequencies have been causing nuisance alerts to radar detectors. These radar based sensors are installed alongside the Highway and more recently on vehicles used as lane change assist / blind spot detectors / collision avoidance systems. TFSR when turned ON is designed to eliminate alerts from specific Traffic Flow sensors. FDSR when turned ON is designed to identify all radar based collision avoidance systems that operate within the same band as police radar and provide a brief less intrusive alert to keep you informed and aware.

A signal strength indicator will help determine your proximity to the source without the continued annoyance of audio.

We suggest you turn FDSR ON if you are experiencing excessive random false alerts when behind select vehicles.

NOTE: TFSR and FDSR are ON by default and not selectable on the Z11R+/Z-11RS

Alert Periscopes

Whistler’s Alert Periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert. The 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 be: ON, OFF, or FLASHING during alerts.

 

FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS

 

FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS

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Bracket Release Button - provides quick and

17. V - indicates that the unit is receiving a VG-2

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easy release of the mounting bracket.

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signal. Indicates that VG-2 is engaged.

Speaker - provides distinct audio warnings

P - indicates unit is in Highway mode.

 

for X, K, Ka band radar, safety warning system,

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C - indicates that the unit is operating in city

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laser and VG-2.

 

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Mounting Bracket Location - slot holds

20. Signal Strength Icon - indicates the strength

 

mounting bracket firmly.

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of the signal being detected.

Radar Antenna - compact, high-efficiency

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antenna receives radar signals.

L - indicates that the unit is receiving a laser

Front Laser - high gain optical lens provides

 

signal.

 

increased sensitivity and field of view for

22. Power Jack - provides connection for the power

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leading-edge laser detection.

 

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Rear Laser - an integrated optical waveguide

23. VG-2/Laser Icon - indicates that the unit is

 

provides superior detection of laser signals

 

 

receiving either VG2 or laser signal.

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transmitted from behind.

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City Button - reduces the annoyance of false

X/K -band Icon - shows the unit is receiving a X

 

alerts typically encountered in urban driving

 

or K band signal.

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areas.

 

 

Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a radar

 

INSTALLATION

 

signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode

 

 

which provides “reduced tone” sounds after the

Mounting Guidelines

 

initial warning. Pressing QUIET during a radar

• Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of

 

encounter silences audio alerts, while allowing

the windshield.

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visual alerts to keep you informed.

• Do not mount the unit behind wipers, ornaments,

Power / Volume Control - turns unit on/off and

 

adjusts audio level.

mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have

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metal surfaces which can affect radar and laser signals

Dim / Dark Mode - engages Dim/Dark modes.

and reduce critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass

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Menu Button - enters option select mode.

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Numeric Icon Display - combines icon

does not affect reception.)

 

display with a 7 segment digital display that

• Some windshields have an Instaclear™ or

 

shows signal strength indication and band

Electriclear™ type coating, which affects radar

 

identification.

signals. Consult your dealer or the user guide

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

to determine if your windshield has this coating.

 

to indicate power, city mode, radar band

• Avoid placing unit in direct contact with the wind

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identification, and signal strength.

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Alert Periscopes - provide an additional

• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the unit

 

attention getting visual alert.

when not in use.

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X-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving a

 

 

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X-band signal.

 

 

K-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving a

 

 

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K-band signal.

 

Rubber Bumper

Ka-band Icon - indicates the unit is receiving a

 

 

 

Ka-band signal.

 

 

INSTALLATION

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.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the unit is level.

Note: 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 user guide 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 removed, this may cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles.

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: 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, the screw cap on the plug may loosen. Retighten it occasionally.

OPERATION

Power On Self Test & Volume

Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional. To increase the volume, continue turning the volume knob.

Integrated Real Voice® (Z-15R+/Z-15RS Only)

When selected, Real Voice® will be used to 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”, Voice OFF will give a double beep.

Feature Engaged Confirmation

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

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Dim/Dark Mode

Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.

Press and release the Dark button to reduce illumination to a dim setting.

Press and release the Dark button a second time to engage Dark Mode. The display illumination is further reduced.

Dim or Dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode, the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and 20 seconds after, then the display returns to the dimmer setting.

Press and release the Dark button a third time to restore the display to full illumination.

Engaging/Disengaging VG-2

See Option Select Mode to turn this feature on.

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 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.

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Stay Alert Feature (Z-15R+/Z-15RS Only)

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

Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 seconds. Release button during or immediately after the alert is given.

The “H” or “C” will flash indicating Stay Alert is activated. Within 30-60 seconds, two beeps are sounded; to show alertness, the driver must press either the City, Menu, or Quiet buttons within 3-5 seconds. If a button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated.

If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds, an alarm sounds and the display flashes all the LEDs.

Press the Dark button to exit the Stay Alert feature.

WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert feature may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death.­

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LASER/RADAR ALERTS

Laser Audio / Visual Alerts

When a laser signal is detected, model Z-11R+/Z-11RS display indicates alert by illuminating the “V/L” and scrolling the signal strength indicators from right to left. Model Z-15R+/Z-15RS 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 speed of a targeted vehicle. When a pulse type transmission is detected, your Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second audio warning. Model Z-11R+/Z-11RS will flash

the alert strength indicators at their fastest rate; on model Z-15R+/Z-15RS a “P” will be displayed. 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.

LASER/RADAR ALERTS

Safety Warning System/Audio/Visual Alerts

When your Whistler detector detects a safety warning system, it provides a distinctive audio tone and; Model Z-11R+/Z-11RS illuminates the first and last alert LED; Model Z-15R+/Z-15RS display shows an “S.” and a decimal point when a Safety warning system is detected.

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Z-15R+/Z-15RS Display Shown

NOTE: You will not be able to receive SWS™ alerts if transmitters are not located in your area.

VG-2 ALERTS

VG-2 Detection Mode

The VG-2, also known as a “radar detector detector,” is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. See speed monitoring section for more information on VG-2.

When the 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.

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