Beltronics Radar Detector RX65 User Manual

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Quick Reference Card  
Table of Contents  
Quick Reference Guide  
Installation  
4-5  
6-7  
6
Programming  
12-16  
12  
• How to use Programming  
Example of Programming  
• Overview of Programming  
• Details of Programming  
Technical Details  
• Power Connection  
Mounting Location  
• Windshield Mount  
Controls and Features  
• Power and Volume Control  
Voice  
12  
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14-16  
17-23  
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BEL Pro RX65 Quick Reference Card  
8-11  
8
Press the RVW button  
to go from one category  
to the next  
Press the CHG button  
to change your setting  
within a category  
Specifications  
PILOT  
(Power-on indication)  
Pi l ot HWY  
*Full word: Highway or AutoScan or City  
Letter: H or A or C  
Vehicle voltage  
8
• Interpreting Alerts  
• How Radar Works  
• How “POP” Works  
• How Laser Works  
• How Safety Radar Works  
Service  
18-19  
20  
Pi l ot  
Pi l ot  
H
V
• Power-on indication  
AutoMute  
8
VOICE  
POWER-ON SEQUENCE  
Voi ce ON  
Voi ce OFF  
*Voice alerts on  
Voice alerts off  
8
20  
Pwr On STD  
Pwr On FST  
*Standard power-on sequence  
Fast power-on sequence  
Mute  
8
21  
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER  
Met er STD  
Met er THT  
Met er TEC  
*Standard signal strength meter  
Threat Display  
Tech Display  
• Highway / AutoScan / City Switch  
Brightness and Dark Mode  
Audible Alerts  
8
22-23  
24-28  
24-25  
26  
AUTOMUTE  
aMut e ON  
aMut e OFF  
*AutoMute on  
AutoMute off  
9
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY  
Ci t y STD  
Ci t y LoX  
Ci t y NoX  
*Standard City mode sensitivity  
Low X band sensitivity in City Mode  
No X band sensitivity in City Mode  
9
• Troubleshooting  
Service  
BANDS  
Bands ALL  
Bands MOD  
*All bands enabled  
One or more bands has been modified  
• Power Connector  
Signal Strength Meter  
• Threat Display  
10  
10  
11  
11  
Turn bands “ON” or “OFF” by  
pressing the VOLUME/MUTE button  
• Registration  
28  
• Warranty and Accessories  
29  
X
K
ON or OFF  
ON or OFF  
Ka USA or I nt l or OFF  
POP ON or OFF  
• Tech Display  
Ku ON or OFF  
LSR ON or OFF  
SWS ON or OFF  
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* Factory Default Settings  
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Quick Reference Guide  
QuickMount Slot  
Insert RX65’s adjustable Windshield mount  
into this slot. Page 7  
Radar Antenna and Laser Lens  
Rear Laser Port  
Receives laser signals from behind the  
vehicle.  
To begin using your RX65,  
just follow these simple steps  
The rear panel of your RX65 should have a  
clear view of the road ahead. For best  
performance, do not mount the RX65  
directly behind windshield wipers  
or tinted areas. Page 6  
1
Plug the small end of the power cord  
into the side jack of the detector, and  
plug the large end of the power cord  
into your cars lighter socket.  
QuickMount Button  
Earphone Jack  
Accepts standard 3.5mm MONO earphone.  
Press the button, and slide the Windshield  
mount into one of its four locking positions.  
Page 7  
Brightness Button  
Press to adjust display brightness. There are  
three brightness settings, plus Dark Mode.  
In the Dark Mode, the power-on  
indication will be changed to a dim “AD,”  
“HD,” or “CD” (indicating AutoScan, Dark,  
Highway Dark, or City Dark). In the Dark  
Mode, RX65s meter will not display during  
an alert, only the audio will alert you.  
Page 9  
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Mount your RX65 on the windshield  
using the supplied windshield mount.  
City Button  
Switches between AutoScan, City and  
Highway, settings. In general, we  
recommend AutoScan. Page 8  
Press the PWR button, located top left,  
to turn RX65 on.  
Power Button  
Press the PWR button to turn the RX65 on  
or off. Page 8  
Press and hold the Volume/Mute  
button to adjust the volume.  
Please read the manual to fully understand  
RX65s operation and features.  
AutoMute  
Power Jack  
Plug the SmartPlug into this connector.  
Pages 6  
RX65s patented AutoMute automatically  
reduces the volume level of the audio alert  
after a brief period. Page 8. If you prefer,  
you can turn AutoMute off. Page 8  
Alphanumeric Matrix Display  
RX65s display will show Highway,  
AutoScan, or City as its power-on indication.  
If you prefer, you can choose other power-  
on indications. Page 12-14  
During an alert, the display will indicate  
radar band, and a precise bar graph of signal  
strength. Page 10  
Volume / Mute Button  
Press and hold to adjust the volume level.  
Briefly press this button (above the  
display) to silence the audio for a specific  
alert. Page 8  
Programming  
RX65 is ready to go, just plug it in and turn  
it on. But you can also easily change 8  
features for your preferences. Page 12-16  
Note: In the Dark Mode the display will  
not light during an alert. Page 9  
The display can also show Safety Radar  
text messages. Page 22-23  
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Installation  
Ca ution!  
Power Connection  
Mounting Location  
Windshield QuickMount  
A few vehicles (including some Porsches)  
have windshields with a soft anti-lacerative  
coating on the inside surface. Use of suction  
cups will permanently mar this coating.  
Consult your dealership or the vehicle  
owners manual to determine if your wind-  
shield has this coating.  
To power RX65, plug the small end of the  
SmartPlug, (telephone-type connector) into  
the modular jack on RX65s right side, and  
plug the lighter plug adapter into your  
vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.  
WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate  
the many ways the RX65 can be mounted.  
It is important that you mount RX65 where  
it will not impair your view nor present a  
hazard in case of an accident.  
RX65s QuickMount windshield bracket is  
designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free  
mounting.  
1
Depress the QuickMount button on the  
top of RX65 (by the word BELTRONICS)  
and slide the QuickMount bracket into the  
slot until it is locked into the position which  
best fits the angle of your windshield (there  
are four settings available). For extremely  
horizontal or extremely sloped windshields,  
the QuickMount bracket can be bent.  
RX65 operates on 12 volts DC negative  
ground only. The lighter plug provided is a  
standard size and will work in most  
vehicles. However, some vehicles may  
require the optional European sleeve to  
ensure a snug fit. If so, simply call our  
service department to order one. This  
sleeve slides over the SmartPlug’s lighter  
plug adapter. Of course, your lighter socket  
must be clean and properly connected for  
proper operation.  
Where to mount RX65  
For optimum detection performance, we  
recommend the following:  
• Using the Windshield QuickMount, mount  
your RX65 level, and high enough on your  
front windshield to provide a clear view of  
the road from the front and rear.  
To ensure that the suction cups adhere to  
the windshield firmly, be sure to keep both  
your windshield and the suction cups clean.  
Users Tip  
You can leave the QuickMount bracket in  
place on your windshield, and easily remove  
the RX65 by pressing the adjustment button  
and sliding it off the mount. Again, be sure  
to position the bracket where it wont  
present a hazard in the event of an accident.  
Additional mounts are available.  
Mount RX65 away from windshield  
wipers, other solid objects, and heavily  
tinted areas that might obstruct the radar  
antenna or laser lens.  
2
To adjust RX65 on your windshield,  
Note: depending on your vehicle, the  
lighter socket power may either be  
continuously on, or it may be switched on  
and off with your ignition switch.  
use the QuickMount adjustment button  
located on the top of the RX65, and slide  
RX65 forward or backward to obtain a level  
horizontal position.  
Optiona l power cords  
See the Accessories section for details on  
our optional Direct-wire SmartPlug.  
When installed and adjusted properly, the  
back top edge of the RX65 should rest  
solidly against your windshield.  
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Controls and Features  
Power On/ Off  
If you prefer, you can turn the  
AutoMute feature off. See the Programming  
section for details.  
You can also select conventional  
Highway and City modes. When driving in  
urban areas where annoying X-band  
intrusion alarms and door openers are  
common, City mode can be engaged to  
lower X-band sensitivity and reduce X-band  
alerts. Full sensitivity is maintained on all  
other bands. You can customize RX65s City  
mode sensitivity. See the Programming  
section for details.  
Audible Alerts  
To turn the RX65 on, press the PWR button  
on the left side of the top case. When you  
turn the RX65 on, it goes through a  
sequence of alerts.  
For Ra da r signa ls:  
RX65 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound  
to indicate the signal strength and type of  
radar signal being encountered.  
When you encounter radar, a distinct  
audible alert will sound and occur faster as  
the signal gets stronger. This allows you to  
judge the distance from the signal source  
without taking your eyes from the road.  
Each band has a distinct tone for easy  
identification.  
Volume / Mute Button  
If you prefer, you may program your  
RX65 for a shorter power-on sequence. See  
the Programming section for details.  
To adjust the alert tone volume, press and  
hold the Volume/Mute bar located on the  
top case.  
The Mute button, located on RX65s  
top case, allows you to silence the audio  
alert during a radar encounter.  
To mute the audio for a single specific  
signal, briefly press the Volume/Mute  
button. After that radar encounter has  
passed, the mute will automatically reset  
and the audio will alert you to the next  
encounter.  
Voice  
The RX65 has our Digital Voice feature,  
which provides a digital voice  
announcement of the band being detecting.  
If you prefer, you can turn the Digital  
Voice feature off in programming. See  
Programming section for details.  
Brightness Button  
RX65s BRT button selects the brightness of  
RX65s display. There are four settings:  
Maximum, Medium, Minimum, and Dark.  
Press the BRT button to select your  
preferred brightness.  
X-band = chirping tone  
K-band = buzzing tone  
Ka-band = double-chirp tone  
Ku-band = high pitched buzzing tone  
Power-on indication  
After RX65s start-up sequence is complete,  
the alphanumeric display will show  
Highway, City, or AutoScan to indicate  
which sensitivity mode is selected.  
If you prefer, you can select alternate  
power-on displays. See the Programming  
section for details.  
Highway / AutoScan / City Switch  
The City button selects RX65s sensitivity  
mode. We recommend the AutoScan mode  
for most driving.  
RX65s AutoScan mode provides long-  
range warning, with minimum false alarms.  
In this mode, RX65s internal computer  
continuously analyzes all incoming signals  
and intelligently adjusts the sensitivity.  
Dark Mode  
For La ser signa ls:  
When you select the Dark mode with the  
BRT switch, RX65 changes to a very  
inconspicuous power-on indication: a very  
BRT AD, HD, or CD. (In this display, the A,  
H, or C indicates AutoScan, Highway, or  
City, and the D indicates Dark.)  
Since laser signals are a possible threat  
no matter how weak, RX65 alerts you to all  
laser signals with a full laser alert.  
For Sa fety signa ls:  
RX65 will alert you to these signals  
with a double-buzz tone (and digital voice if  
programmed) with a corresponding text  
message. A complete listing of the text  
messages is on page 23.  
When RX65 is in the Dark mode, the  
display will not show visual alerts when  
RX65 detects signals. Only the audible alert  
will tell you of detected signals.  
AutoMute  
Your RX65 has our patented AutoMute  
feature. After RX65 alerts you to a radar  
encounter at the volume you have selected,  
the AutoMute feature will automatically  
reduce the volume to a lower level. This  
keeps you informed without the annoyance  
of a continuous full-volume alert.  
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Controls and Features  
Power Connector  
Signal Strength Meter  
Threat Display  
A few more examples will help you  
better see how the Threat Display works.  
RX65s power jack uses a telephone-type  
connector. This new 6-pin connector only  
works with the included coiled SmartPlug,  
or the optional Direct-wire SmartPlug.  
The coiled SmartPlug is a special power  
cord that has a power-on indicator (which  
only lights up when the RX65 is turned on),  
a bright alert light that warns of radar or  
laser, and a convenient mute button right  
on the plug. Its perfect for any car where  
reaching the detectors mute button on the  
windshield is a stretch.  
RX65s alphanumeric display consists of  
280 individual LEDs, to provide an intuitive  
ultra-bright display of signal strength and  
text messages.  
RX65s Threat Display option is an  
advanced display for experienced detector  
users. Please use RX65 for a few weeks to  
get familiar with its other features before  
using Threat Display.  
K9 X1  
Here Threat Display shows a strong  
K-band signal, and a weak X-band signal.  
RX65s standard bar-graph signal  
strength meter only displays information on  
a single radar signal. If there are multiple  
signals present, RX65s internal computer  
determines which is the most important  
threat to show on the bar-graph meter.  
When RX65 detects radar, it displays  
the band (X, K, or Ka), and a precise bar  
graph of the signal strength. When RX65  
detects a laser signal, the display will show  
Laser.”  
NOTE: If you are operating RX65 in the  
Dark mode, the display will not light when  
a signal is detected – only the audio alert  
will be heard, and the flashing alert lamp on  
the SmartPlug.  
To use the Threat Display instead of  
the bar graph signal strength meter, you  
must select Threat Display in RX65’s  
Programming (see pages 12-15).  
RX65s Threat Display simultaneously  
tracks multiple radar signals and their  
relative signal strength.  
Threat Display can help you spot a  
change in your normal driving environment;  
for example, a traffic radar unit being  
operated in an area where there are  
normally other signals present.  
Ka1 X9  
Here Threat Display shows a weak  
Ka-band signal, and a strong X-band  
signal.  
Threa t Displa y Deta ils  
For discreet night driving, put RX65 in  
the Dark mode, and use the SmartPlug for  
your visual alerts. Other drivers won't know  
you have a detector.  
An optional Direct-wire SmartPlug is  
also available. This version includes a small  
display module, which can be wired  
directly into your electrical system, with a  
10 foot straight cord to route to your RX65.  
For more information or to order, call  
us toll-free at 1-800-341-2288.  
The band designators (X, K, Ka) will  
stay on the display for a few seconds after  
the signal has passed. This allows you to see  
what the unit detected, even on very brief  
signals.  
The Threat Display is actually a  
miniature spectrum analyzer. It shows what  
band each signal is and its signal strength.  
Tech Display  
BEL RX65s new Tech Display option is also  
for the experienced detector user. In this  
mode, RX65 will display the actual numeric  
frequency of the radar signal being  
received.  
Ka9 K2 X1  
Above is the Threat Display if the  
RX65 was detecting a strong Ka-band, a  
weak K-band, and a weak X-band signal.  
NOTE: If you use Threat Display, the  
brief signal shown in the power-on  
sequence when you turn on your RX65 will  
also be in Threat Display: an X with a  
decaying numeric signal.  
K 24. 150  
Tech Display shows one K-band signal  
at 24.150 gigahertz.  
Note: Even long-time detector users  
will require a significant amount of time to  
get familiar with this new level of  
information about detected signals.  
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Programming  
Overview of Programming  
There are 7 user-selectable options so you  
can customize your RX65 for your own  
preferences. The buttons labeled CITY and  
BRT are also used to enter the Program  
Mode, REVIEW your current program  
settings, and to CHANGE any settings as  
desired. The words PROGRAM, RVW, and  
CHG are located on the top of the detector,  
and are highlighted in colored graphics.  
Pages 14-16 explain each option in more  
detail.  
An exa mple  
Here is how you would turn RX65s  
AutoMute feature off.  
Press the REVIEW button  
to go from one category  
to the next  
Press the CHANGE button  
to change your setting  
within a category  
PILOT  
(Power-on indication)  
Pi l ot HWY  
Pi l ot H  
Pi l ot V  
* Full word: Highway or AutoScan or City  
Letter: H or A or C  
Vehicle voltage  
1
Enter the Program Mode by holding  
both the CITY and BRT buttons down for  
2 seconds. The RX65 will beep twice and  
display Pr ogr am.  
VOICE  
POWER-ON SEQUENCE  
Voi ce ON  
Voi ce OFF  
* Voice alerts on  
Voice alerts off  
2
Then hold the RVW button down. The  
RX65 will scroll through the categories,  
starting with Pilot ( Pi l ot ), then Voice  
( Voi ce ), then Power-on sequence  
( Pwr On), then Signal strength meter  
( Met er ), and then AutoMute (aMut e ).  
Pwr On STD  
Pwr On FST  
* Standard power-on sequence  
Fast power-on sequence  
How to use Programming  
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER  
Met er STD  
Met er THT  
Met er TEC  
* Standard signal strength meter  
Threat Display  
Tech Display  
1
To enter Program Mode, press and  
hold the CITY and BRT buttons for 2  
seconds. (The unit will beep twice, and  
will display the word “Program”).  
3
Release the RVW button when RX65  
AUTOMUTE  
aMut e ON  
aMut e OFF  
*AutoMute on  
AutoMute off  
shows the AutoMute item. Since the factory  
setting is for AutoMute to be on, RX65 will  
display aMut e ON.  
(If you accidentally dont release the  
RVW button in time, and the RX65 goes to  
the next category, hold the RVW button  
down again, and after RX65 scrolls  
through all categories, it will begin again  
at the top of the list.)  
2
Then press the RVW button to  
review the current settings. (You can  
either tap the button to change from item to  
item, or hold the button to scroll through  
the items).  
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY  
Ci t y STD  
Ci t y LoX  
Ci t y NoX  
* Standard City mode sensitivity  
Low X band sensitivity in City Mode  
No X band sensitivity in City Mode  
BANDS  
Bands ALL  
Bands MOD  
*All bands enabled  
One or more bands are disabled  
3
Press the CHG button to change  
any setting. (You can either tap the button  
to change from setting to setting, or hold  
the button to scroll through all the options).  
Turn bands “ON” or “OFF” by  
pressing the VOLUME/MUTE button  
4
Press the CHG button to change from  
* Factory Default Settings  
aMut e ON to aMut e OFF.  
X
ON or OFF  
To reset RX65 to its original factory  
settings, press and hold the “CITY”  
and “BRT” buttons while turning  
the power on. The RX65s display  
will provide a “Reset” message,  
accompanied by an audible alert,  
acknowledging the reset.  
4
To leave the Program Mode, simply  
K
ON or OFF  
Ka  
USA or I nt l or OFF  
wait 8 seconds without pressing any  
button. (The unit will display Complete,  
beep 4 times, and return to normal  
operation).  
5
To complete the Programming, simply  
POP ON or OFF  
wait 8 seconds without pressing any button.  
The RX65 will display Compl et e, beep 4  
times, and return to normal operation.  
Ku  
ON or OFF  
LSR ON or OFF  
SWS ON or OFF  
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Details of Programming  
Pilot (Power-on indication)  
Voice  
Signal Strength Meter  
City Mode Sensitivity  
Note: When you are using the Dark mode,  
the display will only show HD, AD, or CD,  
(Highway-Dark, AutoScan-Dark, or City-  
Dark).  
Voi ce On (Voice alerts on)  
In this setting, all radar, laser, and SWS (if  
programmed on) alerts will be  
accompanied by a digital voice.  
Met er STD (Standard meter)  
In this setting, the meter displays the band  
of the received signal, and a bar graph  
shows the relative signal strength. (factory  
default)  
Ci t y STD (Standard)  
In this setting, when you put RX65 in the  
City mode, X-band sensitivity is significantly  
reduced, to reduce annoyance from X-band  
intrusion alarms and motion sensors.  
(factory default)  
Pi l ot HWY (Full description)  
Voi ce Of f (Voice alerts off)  
In this setting, RX65 will display “Highway,”  
“City,” or “Auto” as its power-on indication.  
(factory default)  
In this setting, only the audio tones will be  
heard during an alert or SWS message.  
Met er THT (Threat Display)  
In this setting, the meter simultaneously  
tracks multiple radar signals, including  
relative signal strength for each.  
Note: The Threat Display feature is  
explained in more detail on pages 10-11.  
Ci t y LoX (Low X band sensitivity)  
In this setting, when you put RX65 in the  
City mode, X-band sensitivity is reduced  
more than the standard setting. This will  
reduce X band alarms from other sources  
even further, but also significantly reduces  
range to X band traffic radar.  
Power-on Sequence  
Pi l ot H (Letter)  
Pwr OnSTD (Standard)  
In this setting, RX65 will display “H” for  
Highway, “C” for City, and “A” for  
AutoScan.  
In this setting, each time you turn on the  
RX65, it will display “BEL RX65,” “Laser,”  
“Ka-band,” “K-band,” “X-band,” “Safety,”  
and any changes to factory settings. (factory  
default)  
Met er TEC (Tech Display meter)  
In this setting, the meter displays the actual  
numeric frequency of the radar signal  
received.  
Note: The Tech Display feature is  
explained in more detail on page 11.  
Pi l ot V (Vehicle voltage)  
Ci t y NoX (No X band sensitivity)  
In this setting, RX65 will continually display  
“H” for Highway, “C” for City, and “A” for  
AutoScan, and the vehicles voltage. If the  
vehicle’s voltage drops below 10.5 volts, a  
low voltage warning is displayed, followed  
by an audible alert. A high voltage warning  
is also given if the voltage goes above 16.0  
volts. The high-voltage warning is also  
followed by an audible alert.  
In this setting, when you put RX65 in the  
City mode, it will not respond to any X band  
signals. WARNING: Only choose this  
setting if you are absolutely certain that  
there are no X band traffic radar units  
where you drive.  
Pwr OnFST (Fast power-on)  
In this setting, the RX55 will only provide a  
brief audible tone, and will display any non-  
factory settings.  
AutoMute  
aMut e ON (AutoMute on)  
In this setting, RX65’s audio alerts will  
initially be at the volume you set, but after a  
few seconds, the RX65 will automatically  
reduce the volume level, to keep you  
informed, but not annoyed. (factory default)  
NOTE: These settings only apply when  
RX65 is operated in City mode. X-band  
sensitivity is not affected when used in  
“AutoScan,” or “Highway” modes.  
aMut eOFF (AutoMute off)  
With AutoMute off, RX65’s audio alerts will  
remain at the volume you set for the  
duration of the radar encounter.  
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Details of Programming  
Technical Details  
Bands  
Features and Specifications  
Sensitivity Control  
• Highway, AutoScan and City  
BandsALL  
In this setting all radar, laser, and SWS  
frequencies are monitored. This is the  
factory setting, and it is highly  
recommended that you use your RX65 in  
this mode.  
Operating Bands  
X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz  
• K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz  
• Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz  
Laser 904nm, 33 MHz bandwidth  
Auto Calibration Circuitry  
VG2 Immunity  
Dimensions (Inches)  
• 1.25 H x 2.75 W x 4.75 L  
BandsMOD  
Radar Receiver / Detector Type  
Superheterodyne, GaAs FET VCO  
Scanning Frequency Discriminator  
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP)  
In this setting, RX65 will warn you with an  
audible alert, and associated text message  
stating which band is turned off (i.e. “SWS  
OFF”). This warning is displayed during the  
start up sequence (standard or fast).  
Patented Technology  
RX65 is covered by one or more of the  
following US patents.  
Laser Detection  
• Quantum Limited Video Receiver  
Multiple Laser Diodes  
6,836,238 6,693,578 6,614,385 6,587,068  
6,400,305 6,249,218 6,069,580 5,668,554  
5,600,132 5,587,916 5,559,508 5,365,055  
5,347,120 5,446,923 5,402,087 5,305,007  
5,206,500 5,164,729 5,134,406 5,111,207  
5,079,553 5,049,885 5,049,884 4,961,074  
4,954,828 4,952,937 4,952,936 4,939,521  
4,896,855 4,887,753 4,862,175 4,750,215  
4,686,499 4,631,542 4,630,054 4,625,210  
4,613,989 4,604,529 4,583,057 4,581,769  
4,571,593 4,313,216 D314,178 D313,365  
D310,167 D308,837 D296,771 D288,418  
D253,752  
WARNING: Only modify bands if you  
are absolutely certain that there are no  
traffic radar units using that specific  
band in your area.  
Display  
• 280 LED Alphanumeric  
Bar Graph, Threat Display, or Tech Display  
• 3 Levels of Brightness, plus Dark Mode  
Power Requirement  
• 12VDC, Negative Ground  
SmartPlug (included)  
Programmable Features  
• Power-On Indication  
Voice Alerts  
• Power-On Sequence  
Signal Strength Meter  
AutoMute  
RX55 is also covered by one or more of the  
following Canadian patents:  
2,330,964 1,295,715 1,295,714 1,187,602  
1,187,586  
European patent:  
1,145,030  
• City Mode Sensitivity  
• Radar / Laser Bands  
Other patents pending. Additional patents  
may be listed inside the product.  
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Technical Details  
Interpreting Alerts  
used, the type of transmission (continuous  
or instant-on) and the location of the radar  
source affect the radar alerts you receive.  
The following examples will give you  
an introduction to understanding the  
RX65s warning system for radar, laser and  
safety alerts.  
Alert  
Explanation  
Although the RX65 has a comprehensive  
warning system and this handbook is as  
complete as we can make it, only  
RX65 alerts slowly for a while and then  
abruptly jumps to a strong alert.  
You are approaching a radar unit concealed by  
a hill or an obstructed curve.  
experience will teach you what to expect  
from your RX65 and how to interpret what  
it tells you. The specific type of radar being  
RX65 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength  
of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly.  
A patrol car is traveling in front of you with a  
radar source aimed forward. Because signals  
are sometimes reflected off of large objects  
and sometimes not, the alerts may seem  
inconsistent.  
Alert  
Explanation  
The RX65 begins to sound slowly, then the  
rate of alert increases. The Signal Meter ramps  
accordingly.  
You are approaching a continuous radar  
source aimed in your direction.  
RX65 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength  
of signal increases with each alert.  
A patrol car is approaching from the other  
direction, sampling traffic with instant-on  
radar. Such alerts should be taken seriously.  
RX65 emits short alerts for a few seconds and  
then falls silent only to briefly alert and fall  
silent again.  
An instant-on radar source is being used ahead  
of you and out of your view.  
RX65 gives an X-band, or K-band alert  
intermittently.  
You are driving through an area populated  
with radar motion sensors (door openers,  
burglar alarms, etc.). Since these transmitters  
are usually contained inside buildings or aimed  
toward OR away from you, they are typically  
not as strong or lasting as a real radar  
encounter.  
RX65 suddenly sounds a continuous tone for  
the appropriate band received. All segments in  
the Signal Strength Meter are lit.  
An instant-on radar source or laser source is  
being used nearby. This kind of alert requires  
immediate attention!  
A brief laser alert.  
Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is  
inherently difficult to detect, any laser alert  
may indicate a source very close by.  
CAUTION: Since the characteristics of these  
alerts may be similar to some of the preceding  
examples, overconfidence in an unfamiliar  
area can be dangerous. Likewise, if an alert in  
a commonly traveled area is suddenly stronger  
or on a different band than usual, speed radar  
may be set up nearby.  
RX65 receives weak signals. These signals may  
be a little stronger as you pass large, roadside  
objects. The signals increase in frequency.  
A moving patrol car with continuous radar is  
overtaking you from behind. Because these  
signals are reflected (reflections are increased  
by large objects), they may or may not  
eventually melt into a solid point even when  
the patrol car is directly behind you.  
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Technical Details  
How Radar Works  
Because intrusion alarms and motion  
sensors often operate on the same  
frequency as X-Band radar, your RX65 will  
occasionally receive non-police radar  
signals. Since these X-Band transmitters are  
usually contained inside of a building, or  
aimed toward the ground, they will  
generally produce much weaker readings  
than will a true radar encounter. As you  
become familiar with the sources of these  
pseudo alarms in your daily driving, they  
will serve as confirmation that your RX65s  
radar detection abilities are fully  
How Laser (Lidar) Works  
There are limitations to LIDAR equip-  
ment. LIDAR is much more sensitive to  
weather conditions than RADAR, and a  
LIDAR guns range will be decreased by  
anything affecting visibility such as rain, fog,  
or smoke. A LIDAR gun cannot operate  
through glass and it must be stationary in  
order to get an accurate reading. Because  
LIDAR must have a clear line of sight and is  
subject to cosine error (an inaccuracy,  
which increases as the angle between the  
gun and the vehicle, increases) police  
typically use LIDAR equipment parallel to  
the road or from an overpass. LIDAR can be  
used day or night.  
Traffic radar, which consists of microwaves,  
travels in straight lines and is easily reflected  
by objects such as cars, trucks, even  
Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR  
(Light Detection and Ranging). LIDAR guns  
project a beam of invisible infrared light.  
The signal is a series of very short infrared  
light energy pulses, which move, in a  
straight line, reflecting off your car and  
returning to the gun. LIDAR uses these light  
pulses to measure the distance to a vehicle.  
Speed is then calculated by measuring how  
quickly these pulses are reflected given the  
known speed of light.  
guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by  
directing its microwave beam down the  
road. As your vehicle travels into range, the  
microwave beam bounces off your car, and  
the radar antenna looks for the reflections.  
Using the Doppler Principle, the radar  
equipment then calculates your speed by  
comparing the frequency of the reflection  
of your car to the original frequency of the  
beam sent out.  
Traffic radar has limitations, the most  
significant of these being that it typically can  
monitor only one target at a time. If there is  
more than one vehicle within range, it is up  
to the radar operator to decide which target  
is producing the strongest reflection. Since  
the strength of the reflection is affected by  
both the size of the vehicle and its prox-  
imity to the antenna, it is difficult for the  
radar operator to determine if the signal is  
from a sports car nearby or a semi-truck  
several hundred feet away.  
LIDAR (or laser) is a newer technology  
and is not as widespread as conventional  
radar, therefore, you may not encounter  
laser on a daily basis. And unlike radar  
detection, laser detection is not prone to  
false alarms. Because LIDAR transmits a  
much narrower beam than does radar, it is  
much more accurate in its ability to distin-  
guish between targets and is also more  
difficult to detect. AS A RESULT, EVEN  
THE BRIEFEST LASER ALERT SHOULD  
BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY.  
operational.  
How POP” Works  
“POP” mode is a relatively new feature for  
radar gun manufacturers. It works by  
transmitting an extremely short burst,  
within the allocated band, to identify  
speeding vehicles in traffic. Once the target  
is identified, or “POPPED,” the gun is then  
turned to its normal operating mode to  
provide a vehicle tracking history, (required  
by law).  
Radar range also depends on the power  
of the radar equipment itself. The strength  
of the radar units beam diminishes with  
distance. The farther the radar has to travel,  
the less energy it has for speed detection.  
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Technical Details  
How Safety Radar Works  
Since Safety radar technology is  
relatively new, and the number of  
SWS Text Messages  
Weather Related Hazards  
33 Hi gh Wi nd Ahead  
Safety Warning System, or SWS, uses a  
modified K-band radar signal. The SWS safety  
radar system has 64 possible messages (60  
currently allocated). The SWS messages  
your RX65 can display are listed on the  
facing page.  
Highway Construction or Maintenance  
transmitters in operation is not yet wide-  
spread, you will not receive Safety signals  
on a daily basis. Do not be surprised if you  
encounter emergency vehicles, road  
hazards and railroad crossings that are  
unequipped with these transmitters. As  
Safety transmitters become more prevalent  
(the number of operating transmitters is  
growing every day), these Safety radar  
signals will become more common.  
For more information and details about  
SWS safety radar, visit their web site at  
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3
4
5
6
7
8
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Wor k Zone Ahead  
34 Sever e Weat her Ahead  
35 Heavy Fog Ahead  
36 Hi gh Wat er / Fl oodi ng Ahead  
37 I ce On Br i dge Ahead  
38 I ce On Road Ahead  
39 Bl owi ng Dust Ahead  
40 Bl owi ng Sand Ahead  
41 Bl i ndi ng Snow Whi t eout Ahead  
42 For future use  
Travel Information/ Convenience  
Road Cl osed Ahead/ Fol l ow Det our  
Br i dge Cl osed Ahead/ Fol l ow Det our  
Hi ghway Wor k Cr ews Ahead  
Ut i l i t y Wor k Cr ews Ahead  
Al l Tr af f i c Fol l ow Det our Ahead  
Al l Tr ucks Fol l ow Det our Ahead  
Al l Tr af f i c Exi t Ahead  
From the factory, your RX65 is  
programmed with SWS decoding OFF. If  
SWS is used in your area, your RX65 will  
display the safety messages associated with  
the signal. If you wish to detect this system,  
use the Programming feature to turn RX65s  
SWS decoding ON.  
NOTE: Some of the safety messages  
have been condensed, so that each message  
can be displayed on one or two screens on  
RX65s eight-character display.  
Ri ght Lane Cl osed Ahead  
10 Cent er Lane Cl osed Ahead  
11 Lef t Lane Cl osed Ahead  
12 For future use  
43 Rest Ar ea Ahead  
44 Rest Ar ea Wi t h Ser vi ce Ahead  
45 24 Hour Fuel Ser vi ce Ahead  
46 I nspect i on St at i on Open  
47 I nspect i on St at i on Cl osed  
48 Reduced Speed Ar ea Ahead  
49 Speed Li mi t Enf or ced  
50 Hazar dous Mat er i al s Exi t Ahead  
51 Congest i on Ahead/ Expect Del ay  
52 Expect 10 Mi nut e Del ay  
53 Expect 20 Mi nut e Del ay  
54 Expect 30 Mi nut e Del ay  
55 Expect 1 Hour Del ay  
56 Tr af f i c Al er t / Tune AM Radi o  
57 Pay Tol l Ahead  
Highway Hazard Zone Advisory  
13 St at i onar y Pol i ce Vehi cl e Ahead  
14 Tr ai n Appr oachi ng/ At Cr ossi ng  
15 Low Over pass Ahead  
16 Dr awbr i dge Up  
17 Obser ve Dr awbr i dge Wei ght Li mi t  
18 Rock Sl i de Ar ea Ahead  
19 School Zone Ahead  
20 Road Nar r ows Ahead  
21 Shar p Cur ve Ahead  
22 Pedest r i an Cr ossi ng Ahead  
23 Deer / Moose Cr ossi ng  
24 Bl i nd/ Deaf Chi l d Ar ea  
25 St eep Gr ade Ahead/ Tr uck Use Low Gear 58 Tr ucks Exi t Ri ght  
26 Acci dent Ahead  
59 Tr ucks Exi t Lef t  
27 Poor Road Sur f ace Ahead  
28 School Bus Loadi ng/ Unl oadi ng  
29 No Passi ng Zone  
60 For future use  
Fast/ Slow Moving Vehicles  
61 Emer gency Vehi cl e I n Tr ansi t  
62 Pol i ce I n Pur sui t  
63 Over si ze Vehi cl e I n Tr ansi t  
64 Sl ow Movi ng Vehi cl e  
30 Danger ous I nt er sect i on Ahead  
31 St at i onar y Emer gency Vehi cl e Ahead  
32 For future use  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Solution  
Problem  
Solution  
RX65 beeps briefly at the same  
location every day, but no radar  
source is in sight.  
An X-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within  
range of your route. With time, you will learn predictable  
patterns of these signals.  
RX65 will not turn on.  
• Check that the power is ON.  
• Check that vehicle ignition is ON.  
• Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional.  
• Try RX65 in another vehicle.  
RX65 does not seem sensitive to  
radar or laser.  
Make sure that windshield wipers do not block RX65s radar  
antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas.  
• Determine if your vehicle has an Instaclear , ElectriClear or  
solar reflective windshield which may deflect radar or laser  
signals.  
RX65 feels very warm.  
• It is normal for RX65 to feel warm.  
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• RX65 may be in City Mode.  
Explanation of Displays  
RX65 did not alert when a police  
car was in view.  
VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder) a  
stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use.  
• Officer may not have radar or laser unit turned on.  
AD  
Sensitivity control is in Auto mode, display is in Dark mode (page 9)  
Sensitivity control is in Highway mode, display is in Dark mode (page 9)  
Sensitivity control is in City mode, display is in Dark mode (page 9)  
RX65 is in the Dark mode, and is programmed for Dark All (page 9,16)  
HD  
RX65 did not provide a Safety signal  
while within range of an emergency  
vehicle.  
Safety transmitters may not be commonly used in your area.  
CD  
No display  
RX65s display is not working.  
• Press the BRT button to deactivate Dark Mode.  
• RX65 is in AutoMute Mode. See page 8 for details.  
Pi l ot HWY One of the many programming messages (pages 12-16)  
Wor kZone One of the many Safety Radar messages (pages 22-23)  
RX65s audible alerts are less loud  
after the first few alerts.  
Caut i on  
RX65 has detected a Safety Radar Signal, but the signal isn’t yet strong  
enough to decode the specific safety message (page 22-23)  
RX65 bounces or sags on wind-  
shield.  
• RX65 is not making contact with the windshield to provide  
stability. While holding down RX65s QuickMount button,  
slide RX65 toward the windshield so that the back top edge  
makes firm contact.  
X5, or K5,  
or KA9 etc.  
RX65 has been programmed in the Threat Display mode (page 10-11)  
RX65s power-on sequence  
reoccurs while you are driving.  
• A loose power connection or dirty lighter socket can cause  
RX65 to be briefly disconnected.  
VG2  
RX65 has detected a VG2 unit (radar detector detector)  
Your 14-year old son has changed all  
7 of the Programming options.  
You can return all of the programming options to the factory  
defaults by holding down the CITY and BRT buttons while  
you turn RX65 on.  
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Service  
Service Procedure  
Out Of Warranty Repairs  
Register  
online:  
If your RX65 ever needs service, please  
follow these simple steps:  
For out of warranty repairs, include  
prepayment in the amount you were  
quoted by the Beltronics Customer Service  
Representative. If the detector has been  
damaged, abused or modified, the repair  
cost will be calculated on a parts and labor  
basis. If it exceeds the basic repair charge,  
you will be contacted with a quotation. If  
the additional payment is not received  
within 30 days (or if you notify us that you  
choose not to have your RX65 repaired at  
the price quoted), your RX65 will be  
returned, without repair. Payment can be  
made by check, money order, or credit  
card.  
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Check the troubleshooting section of  
this manual. It may have a solution to your  
problem.  
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Call us at 1-800-341-2288. We may be  
www.  
able to solve your problem over the phone.  
If the problem requires that you send your  
RX65 to the factory for repair, we will  
provide you with a Service Order Number,  
which must be included on the outside of  
your shipping box.  
beltronicspro  
.com  
Enclose the following information with your  
RX65:  
Ship RX65 and Power Cord To:  
Your Service Order Number  
Your name and return address  
Your daytime telephone number  
• A description of the problem you are  
experiencing.  
BELTRONICS  
Customer Service Department  
Service Order Number ______________  
5442 West Chester Road  
West Chester, Ohio 45069  
For your own protection, we recommend  
that you ship your RX65 postpaid and  
insured. Insist on a proof of delivery, and  
keep the receipt until the return of your  
RX65.  
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Warranty and Accessories  
BELTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY  
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY INCLUDING,  
BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE CONCERNING THE  
MERCHANTABILITY AND SUITABILITY OF THE  
PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
BELTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR  
CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL  
DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,  
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR  
MOUNTING OF THE PRODUCT. The above  
limitations or exclusions shall be limited to the  
extent they violate the laws of any particular state.  
BELTRONICS is not responsible for products lost in  
shipment between the owner and our service  
center.  
BELTRONICS One Year Limited Warranty  
What this warranty covers: BELTRONICS  
warrants your Product against all defects in materials  
and workmanship.  
For how long: One (1) year from the date of the  
original purchase.  
What we will do: BELTRONICS, at our discretion,  
will either repair or replace your Product free of  
charge.  
What we will not do: BELTRONICS will not pay  
shipping charges that you incur for sending your  
product to us.  
What you must do to maintain this warranty:  
Show original proof of purchase from an authorized  
BELTRONICS dealer.  
Warranty Exclusions: Warranty does not apply to  
your product under any of the following conditions:  
1. The serial number has been removed or modified.  
2. Your product has been subjected to misuse or  
damage (including water damage, physical abuse,  
and/or improper installation). 3. Your product has  
been modified in any way. 4. You do not supply  
original proof-of purchase or your receipt or proof-  
of-purchase is from a non-authorized dealer or  
internet auction site including E-bay, U-bid, or other  
non-authorized seller or resellers. 5. You are not the  
original purchaser of the radar detector from an  
authorized dealer or did not receive it as a gift from  
the original purchaser of the radar detector from an  
authorized dealer.  
Other legal rights: This Warranty gives you  
specific rights. You may have other legal rights,  
which vary, from state to state.  
BELTRONICS Extended Service Plan  
BELTRONICS offers an optional extended  
service plan. Contact BELTRONICS for  
details (1-800-341-2288).  
Accessories  
The following accessories and replacement  
parts are available for BEL Pro RX65.  
To obtain service: 1. Contact BELTRONICS (1-800-  
341-2288) to obtain a Return Authorization number.  
2. Properly pack your product and include: your  
name, complete return address, written description  
of the problem with your product, daytime  
telephone number, and a copy of the original  
purchase receipt. 3. Label the outside of the  
package clearly with your Return Authorization  
number. Ship the product pre-paid (insured, for  
your protection) to: Beltronics Inc, 5442 West  
Chester Rd., West Chester, OH 45069.  
Standard Coiled SmartPlug ...........$29.95  
Direct-wire SmartPlug ...................$29.95  
Accessory Kit..................................$19.95  
Visor Clip ..........................................$4.00  
Aluminum Travel Case ..................$19.95  
See all of our products and accessories at  
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY: EXCEPT AS  
EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, YOU ARE  
ACQUIRING THE PRODUCT “AS IS” AND “WHERE  
IS,” WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY.  
Features, specifications and prices are  
subject to change without notice.  
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