Whistler Radar Detector 1788 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL  
Dear Whistler Owner,  
Model Features Summary .................... 2-4  
Installation ........................................... 4-6  
If you have questions concerning the operation of  
•Battery Installation  
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1788/1788R / XTR-280  
Battery Powered  
LASER-RADAR  
DETECTOR  
this Whistler product please call:  
•Mounting Guidelines  
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•Windshield Mounting  
CuSTOmer SeRVICE  
•Power Connection and Fuse Replacement  
Operation .......................................... 7 - 13  
•Battery Life  
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Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT  
or visit our website  
•Battery Charging/External Power  
•Power On and Self-Test  
•Setting Saver  
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•Feature Engaged Confirmation  
•Audio Level Adjustment  
•Auto Quiet Mode  
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•Quiet Mode  
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•City/City 1/ City 2 Mode  
•Highway Mode  
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Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may regis-  
ter 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.  
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•Backlight Setting  
Teach/Tutorial Mode  
•Engaging/Disengaging VG-2  
•Battery Saver Mode  
•Option Select Mode  
•Stay Alert Feature  
Safety Warning System......................... 13  
POPMode Alerts ................................. 14  
Laser/Radar Alerts ................................. 14  
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•Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts  
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The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters  
13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712  
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927  
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•Pulse Protection  
VG-2 Alerts ............................................ 15  
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your  
Whistler and to better understand the differences  
between detecting radar, laser and safety radar sig-  
nals, we recommend reading this entire manual or  
group.com  
•Alert Priority  
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Reset Features ....................................... 16  
Troubleshooting Guide ..................... 16-17  
Care and Maintenance ........................... 18  
Are Detectors Legal? ............................. 18  
FCC Information ..................................... 19  
Speed Monitoring ............................ 19-22  
Customer Return Center  
1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers, AR 72756  
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004  
www.whistlergroup.com  
•Radar Facts  
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2006 The Whistler Group, Inc.  
Enjoy your Whistler and please drive safely.  
Sincerely,  
•POP Mode  
Total Band Protection  
•Laser Facts  
•Other Speed Detection Systems  
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The Whistler Group, Inc.  
Warranty Information ....................... 22-25  
Specifications ......................................... 25  
Accessories ............................................ 26  
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OPERATION  
INSTALLATION  
INSTALLATION  
Battery Life  
Mounting Guidelines  
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into  
place.  
The unit can provide over 20 hours of laser/radar  
detection. There are settings that can maximize  
battery life.  
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the  
center of the windshield.  
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the  
windshield bracket.  
• Do not mount your 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.)  
1) Backlighting set to OFF-OFF  
• Press the bracket release button and remove the  
detector before bending.  
2) Auto Quiet to ON  
3) Battery saver set to 1 hour  
4) Using a lower volume setting  
Power Cord Connection  
5) Using Mute whenever possible  
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the  
units power jack.  
• Some windshields have an Instaclearor  
Electricleartype coating, which affect radar  
signals. Consult your dealer or the owners  
manual supplied with your vehicle to determine  
if your windshield has this coating.  
• Avoid placing unit in direct contact with wind  
shield.  
Battery Charging  
External/Home Battery Charger - The home  
battery charger (optional with the 1788R) pro-  
vides approximately 10 hour recharge time for  
Ni-MH batteries. Simply observe the battery  
polarity when installing the batteries into the  
charger and plug the home charger into a con-  
venient outlet.  
• Plug the large end into the vehicles cigarette lighter.  
Note: Cord fits tightly into detector. When  
installing the cord, expect some resistance.  
Do NOT put alkaline batteries in the detector if  
using the power cord.  
To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your  
unit when not in use.  
Fuse Replacement  
Internal/Power Cord - While traveling, plug  
your included power cord into your detector  
and into your lighter socket to slowly charge the  
rechargeable batteries. This will also provide  
power to the detector. The display will show an  
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a  
replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the  
silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrew  
Windshield Mounting  
• Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper  
onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes.  
the tip of the plug.  
Important: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a  
spring which may fly out when disassembling.  
Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on  
the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.  
Retighten occasionally.  
asterisk, i.e.,  
when the unit is  
charging the batteries. The asterisk will flash  
during charging and go out when charging is  
complete.* Note: Regular batteries (not Ni-Cd)  
can be used but NOT with the power cord and  
NOT with the home battery charger. When the  
power cable is removed from the detector or  
the vehicles lighter socket is switched off, the  
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug  
carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse.  
Rubber Bumper  
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the  
location you have chosen.  
unit will alarm and display  
simply turns off.  
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Windshield  
Mounting  
Note: As with all battery operated devices,  
remove the batteries when this unit will not be  
used for an extended period of time. Damage  
caused by leaky or improperly charged batteries  
are not covered under warranty. Check with the  
battery manufacturer about their specific prod-  
uct warranty and disposal recommendations.  
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OPERATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Power On and Self-Test  
Quiet Mode  
Highway Mode  
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on,  
an automatic self-test sequence confirms that  
the speaker and visual displays are functional.  
• Press Power. Display shows in order:  
Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new  
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds,  
approximately 2 beeps are provided on any new  
alert and unit then remains quiet.  
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any  
time radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser sig-  
nals are detected, and is recommended for open  
road driving.( Highway mode lets every signal in)  
1. WHISTLER 2. X-Band 3. K-Band  
4. Ka-Band  
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.  
For more information on City and Highway mode,  
please visit our FAQ page on our website:  
www.whistlergroup.com  
Teach/Tutorial Mode  
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.  
• Press City and Quiet simultaneously and  
release.  
• Display Shows:  
• Press Power to exit.  
5. LASER  
6.POP ON 7. VG2 OFF 8. SR OFF  
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to  
restore the standard audio alert pattern; or turn  
the unit off, then on.  
9. Bat Full - This will display the battery status. 10. Highway  
Setting Saver  
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.  
City/City 1/City 2 Mode  
Whistlers Three Stage City Mode is designed to  
reduce the annoyance of automatic door open-  
ers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share fre-  
quencies with police radar. Generally, X band is  
used for these devices.  
Feature Engaged Confirmation  
Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms  
feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.  
Backlight Setting  
• Press City to cancel Highway mode and  
engage City.  
Audio Level Adjustment  
The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or  
low to high.  
The backlighting can be programmed to be illumi-  
nated all the time, only when alarming, or choices  
in-between. The options are selectable by press-  
ing and holding the Power/Dim button on the  
unit. The options are:  
• Press City again to enter City 1 Mode  
- display shows ‘C1 Lo X’.  
• Press Volume up to increase audio level.  
• Press City again to enter City 2 Mode  
- display shows ‘C2 No X’  
• Press Volume  
down to decrease audio level.  
As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided  
and the display indicates volume level.  
OFF-OFF = Backlight is off during normal  
operation and off when the unit alarms  
OFF- DIM = Backlight is off during normal  
operation and dim when the unit alarms.  
OFF-BRT = Backlight is off during normal  
operation and bright when the unit alarms.  
DIM-OFF = Backlight is dim during normal  
operation and off when the unit alarms.  
DIM-BRT = Backlight is dim during normal  
operation and bright when the unit alarms.  
• Pressing City a fourth time cancels City 2 Mode  
and returns the unit to Highway Mode.  
Auto Quiet Mode  
In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signal  
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, only the X band sensitivity is low-  
ered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected.  
Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to  
level (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar or  
safety radar signal is detected. The alert for any  
new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level  
(1). Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or laser  
alerts.  
• Press Quiet/Menu (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.  
Backlight will turn on, if selected, while the unit  
alarms and remain on for 3 seconds after the unit  
stops alarming. When any button is pressed the  
backlight will illuminate at the dim setting and  
remain on for 3 seconds afterwards. The backlight  
will also illuminate while in option mode.  
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.  
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OPERATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Engaging/Disengaging VG-2  
Option Select Mode  
Stay Alert Feature  
See Option Select Mode to turn this feature  
on/off. When a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2  
alert is sounded and the display flashes “VG-2”.  
After 3 seconds the audio is canceled and the  
display no longer flashes. This cycle is repeated  
if the VG-2 signal is again detected.  
Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize  
options such as Tone Select, Abbreviated Power Up  
Sequence and VG-2 Mode. Press and hold quiet but-  
ton to enter Option Select Mode. When selecting  
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a drivers  
alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarming) :  
• Press and hold City for approximately 2 sec-  
onds. Release button during or immediately after  
the alert is given. Display shows:  
options, the volume up  
, volume down  
or  
Quiet buttons must be pressed within 20 seconds or  
options mode will automatically be exited. To enter:  
Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded;  
to show alertness, the driver must press either the  
City, Volume, or Quiet buttons within 3-5 seconds. If  
a button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is  
repeated.  
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.  
Press:  
Quiet  
Display  
Reads:  
To Change: Option:  
If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds  
alarm sounds and the display shows:  
1st Time  
TONE 3  
= YES  
= NO  
Tone 1, 2, 3  
(3 different X, K,  
Ka Patterns)  
Battery Saver Mode  
• Press Power to exit.  
2nd Time TEST YES  
= ON  
X, K, Ka Audio  
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically  
shuts off the detector if you forget to turn it off.  
The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, the  
optional power cord is unplugged or any button is  
pressed before the timer has expired. The detec-  
tor will alert you with an audible and visual warn-  
ing before it shuts off. This auto off function can  
be programmed for the following: Off, 1, 2, or 3  
hours.  
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a  
substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT oper-  
ate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended  
periods of vehicle operation, you should take fre-  
quent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert  
feature may result in vehicle damage, personal  
injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF  
YOU ARE DROWSY.  
= OFF tones 1 beep  
during Power Up  
3rd Time X-ON  
= ON  
X Band On  
= OFF X Band Off  
4th Time K-ON  
= ON K Band On  
= OFF K Band Off  
5th Time Ka-ON  
6th Time LASER ON  
7th Time VG-2 OFF  
8th Time SR OFF  
9th Time POP ON  
10th Time B SVR 1 HR  
= ON  
KaBandOn  
SWS  
= OFF  
Ka Band off  
During this warning you can reset the timer by  
pressing any button.  
Safety Warning System™  
= ON  
LASER Band On  
In communities where transmitters are located,  
the Safety Warning Systemdisplays over 60  
text messages. When Safety Radar is detected  
the audio alert is geiger counter-like.  
= OFF LASER Band Off  
If the unit has automatically turned itself off, press the  
Power button to turn the unit back on. You can man-  
ually engage the Battery Saver Mode by pressing  
and holding the City button until one beep is  
heard.  
= ON  
Turns VG-2 On  
= OFF Turns VG-2 Off  
= ON  
= OFF  
Safety Radar On  
Safety Radar Off  
Note: Safety Warning Systemis labeled “SR”  
in Option Select Mode.  
= ON  
Pop On  
Pop Off  
Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions for  
changing the Battery Saver Mode settings.  
Safety Warning System Text  
= OFF  
Example: Poor - Road - Surface.  
OR  
Options are 1H,  
2H, 3H & NO  
Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System™  
transmitters.  
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POP MODE ALERTS  
VG-2 ALERTS  
RESET FEATURES  
POPMode Alerts  
VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts  
Note: You must turn this feature on before it will  
detect VG-2.  
Reset Features  
Because POPMode travels on regular radar  
bandwidth, there is no particular alert for POP™  
Mode transmissions. POPMode alerts will be  
displayed as a regular radar alert.  
All user features can be reset to factory settings.  
• Unplug Power Cord from unit.  
• Remove Batteries.  
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector ‘hides’ its  
own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by  
the VG-2.  
Every 30 seconds, the detector checks for a VG-2  
signal. If a VG-2 signal is still present, the unit  
continues to hide and repeats the VG-2 alert. If no  
signal is detected, two beeps are provided,  
indicating an ‘all clear’ condition. During a VG-2  
Alert X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be  
received (Reference page 21 for VG-2 information).  
• Press and hold Power and Quiet.  
• Plug Power Cord into unit.  
• Wait for 2 beeps.  
LASER/RADAR ALERTS  
• Release Power and Quiet buttons.  
Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts  
When X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID and  
signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is  
continuous and has a geiger counter-like  
pattern. The faster the beep, the closer or  
stronger the radar source.  
Unit is now reset to the following features  
and settings.  
Default factory settings are:  
1. Audio to level (4).  
2. Display shows Highway.  
3. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.  
4. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.  
5. Safety Radar OFF.  
6. Vehicle Battery Saver to 1 hour.  
7. Full Power Up sequence.  
8. Default TONE 3.  
9. POP ON.  
10.Backlighting Dim/Bright  
Laser Audio/Visual Alerts  
Alert Priority  
When a laser signal is detected the audio alert is  
continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds.  
When two or more signals are received at the  
same time, the alert priority is:  
1. Laser  
• The Displays Shows:  
The more “|||” the closer the laser source.  
2. VG-2  
3. Speed Radar  
4. Safety Radar  
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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.  
Example:  
If X band is alerting, then suddenly a VG-2  
signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will  
override the X band alert.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
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.  
When a pulse type transmission is detected, your  
Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second  
audio warning and the display shows: "PULSE"  
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.  
PROBLEM: No display or audio.  
• Make sure batteries are installed with the  
correct polarity.  
• Make sure batteries are fully charged.  
• Make sure battery contacts are clean.  
• Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if  
necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
FCC INFORMATION  
• Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if  
necessary.  
FCC ID : HSXWH15  
Care And Maintenance  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
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 units exterior.  
• Make sure lighter socket is clean.  
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits  
bumps.  
• Make sure batteries are seated properly.  
• Make sure that the battery door is fully closed.  
• Make sure battery contacts are clean.  
• Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and  
clean.  
• Check connections at both ends of power  
cord. Substitute another cord to determine if  
cord is defective. Return defective cord to  
the factory.  
(1) This device many not cause harmful  
interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
Important: FCC requirements state that  
changes or modifications not expressly approved  
by Whistler could void the users authority to  
operate the equipment.  
As with all battery operated devices remove the  
batteries when this unit will not be used for an  
extended period of time. Damage caused by  
leaky or improperly charged batteries are not  
covered under warranty. Check with the battery  
manufacturer about the specific battery warranty.  
SPEED MONITORING  
Radar Facts  
PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud  
enough.  
• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.  
• Check audio level setting (see page 8 ).  
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio  
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off  
objects and are picked up by the radar guns  
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 vehicles 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).  
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 regulations restricting the  
use of radar receivers in any vehicle) when used  
in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.).  
PROBLEM: Low Battery Life.  
• Recharge the batteries using the home  
charger. (Optional with the 1788R)  
• One or more of the batteries may be  
defective.  
Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the Federal  
Highway Administration (FHWA) issued a  
• See the battery life tips on page 7.  
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.  
regulation, effective January, 1994 which prohibits  
radar and laser detector use in 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.  
Note: A radar detector will not alarm if an offi-  
cer is not transmitting on any one of the above  
radar bands.  
POP™ Mode  
POPMode is a feature on some newer radar  
guns operating on K and Ka bands. When the  
gun is in POPMode and activated, a brief burst  
of energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmit-  
ted and the vehicles speed is quickly acquired. A  
detector without POPMode detection capabili-  
ty cannot respond to this brief transmission.  
PROBLEM: Unit turns itself off  
• See battery saver feature on page 11  
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SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
Note: Having a radar detector capable of  
detecting the VG-2 may alert you to the pres-  
ence of a speed trap. The newest tool Police  
have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre.  
As of this printing. Spectre can detect all unde-  
tectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors on the  
market.  
Laser Tips  
Total Band Protection™  
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 situa-  
tion 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!  
Complete Band Coverage that detects laser,  
radar, VG-2 and safety radar bands.  
Laser Facts  
Its 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 guns  
narrow beam. A radar guns transmission can  
cover more than a four-lane highway at a dis-  
tance of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser guns  
transmission which covers about 3 feet at the  
same distance. For best protection, keep these  
points in mind:  
It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector  
owner to know and understand the laws in your area  
regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.  
Other Speed Detection Systems  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
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:  
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 and/or  
serial numbers have been removed. There are no  
expresswarranties covering this product other than  
those set forth in this warranty. All express or  
implied warranties for this product are limited to the  
above time. Whistler is not liable for damages  
arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this  
product.  
• Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and  
matches your driving speed.  
• Vascar/Aircraft - The time it takes a vehicle to  
travel a known distance is measured.  
• Because the vehicles license plate or  
headlights are the laser guns primary targets,  
mounting the Whistler detector on the  
dashboard 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.  
Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2,  
Spectre  
The Interceptor VG-2 or simply VG-2, is one type of  
microwave receiver used by Police to detect signals  
radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector.  
Because it purpose is to identify persons driving with  
radar detectors, these devices are known as a “radar  
detector detector” (RDD).  
Note: Damaged caused by incorrect battery  
placement or battery leakage is not covered  
under this warranty.  
An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to  
identify radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught  
in a state or country 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 RDD,  
leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receive  
two tickets - one potentially for speeding, the other  
for possession of a detector.  
Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all current  
laser guns which operate at a laser wavelength of 905  
+/- 10mm.  
•Pro LaserI II III  
LT1 20-20  
•Ultra Lyte  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial  
number. For reference, please write your units  
serial number in the following space:  
s/n______________.  
Important: When returning your unit for service,  
be certain to include a daytime telephone  
number and an email address (if applicable).  
Service Under Warranty  
During the warranty period, defective units will  
be repaired without charge to the purchaser when  
returned with a dated store receipt to the address  
below. Units returned without a dated store  
receipt will be handled as described in section  
“Service Out Of Warranty.”  
Due to the specialized equipment necessary for  
testing a Laser-Radar receiver, there are no  
authorized service stations for Whistler brand  
detectors other than Whistler.  
Customer Service  
Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.  
If you have questions concerning the operation of your  
Whistler detector, or require service during or after the  
warranty period, please call Customer Service at:  
Important: To validate that your unit is within  
the warranty period, make sure you keep a  
copy of your dated store receipt. You may  
register your warranty online at  
1-800-531-0004  
Representatives are available to answer your questions  
Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (CT) or  
visit the FAQs at www.whistlergroup.com.  
warranty verification purposes, a copy of  
your dated store receipt must accompany any  
unit sent in for warranty work.  
When returning a unit for service under  
warranty, please follow these instructions:  
Service Out of Warranty  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Radar Frequencies:  
10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)  
24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )  
33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)  
Units will be repaired at ‘out of warranty’ service  
rates when:  
1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a  
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with  
return receipt requested to:  
• The units original warranty has expired.  
• A dated store receipt is not supplied.  
• The unit has been returned without its serial  
number.  
Whistler Repair Dept.  
1201 North Dixieland Rd  
Rogers, AR. 72756  
• The unit has been abused, modified,  
installed improperly, or had its housing  
removed.  
Operating Temperature Range:-20˚ C to +80˚ C  
(-4˚ F to +176˚ F)  
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.  
Important: Whistler will not assume responsi-  
bility for loss or damage incurred in shipping.  
Therefore, please ship your unit insured with  
return receipt requested. CODs will not be  
accepted!  
2. Include with your unit the following  
information, clearly printed:  
The minimum out of warranty service fee for  
your Whistler detector is $55.00 (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 $55.00. Payment may also be  
made by MasterCard, VISA or American  
Express; personal checks are not accepted.  
Power Requirements:  
4 AA Ni-MH batteries 4.8 volts.  
12 volts with power cord.  
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. Specifications are subject to change with-  
out notice.  
Your name and street address (for  
shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone  
number and an email address, if applicable.  
• A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,  
“Unit performs self-test but does not respond  
In the event repairs cannot be covered by the  
minimum $55.00 service fee, you will be con-  
tacted by a Whistler technical service special-  
ist 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.  
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to radar”).  
• A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of  
sale.  
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ACCESSORIES  
These and other accessories can be  
ordered directly from Whistler by calling  
1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store at  
www.whistlergroup.com  
Order # Description  
Price  
600111  
202152  
206552  
206553  
206880  
Home Battery Charger  
Windshield Bracket Kit  
Straight Power Cord (5’)  
Coiled Power Cord (7’)  
$ 9.95  
$ 9.95  
$14.95  
$15.95  
$ 9.95  
Hardwire Kit (10' )  
(for wiring to fuse box)  
206666  
Modular Cord Package  
(includes coiled and straight  
cords, and power adapter)  
$17.95  
402081  
206660  
Non Skid Dash Pad  
$ 6.95  
$11.95  
Straight Modular Cord &  
Socket Multiplier  
206661  
26005P  
Coiled Modular Cord &  
Socket Multiplier  
$12.95  
$14.95  
Replaceable Ring and Insert Set  
Includes 6 trim rings: metallic  
blue, metallic gold, metallic  
red, pink, silver and white and  
2 inserts: metallic silver and  
metallic black.  
* Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug.  
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