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OWNER’S MANUAL
1770
WEATHER RADIO
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER
25 Industrial Ave.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491
CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER
1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
E-Mail info@whistlergroup.com
P/N 1770MAN, © WHISTLER 2001
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INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the Dear Whistler Owner, operation of this Whistler product Thank you for purchasing the Whistler 1770 Laser/Radar please call consumer relations: Detector with NOAA Weather Radio alerts. We hope this product provides you a safer and more enjoyable time behind the wheel of your vehicle. 1-800-531-0004 Whistler has added a number of useful features to its class- Hours: leading radar detector. The 1770 scans all seven (7) frequen- cies of the NOAA We
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TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler 1770 Topic Page Model Features Summary...................................................................3 - 5 Installation............................................................................................6 - 8 7 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Operation...........................................................................................9 - 19 6 8 • Power On And Self-Test •
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WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES Accessories 5. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir- Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use. mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation. Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and your vehicle’s lighter socket. 6. Quiet/Menu/Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on
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INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and r e m o v e • Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center the detector before bending. of the windshield. • Adjust the NOAA antenna such that it does not come in • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir- contact with the windshield. r o red sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal sur- faces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce crit- ical warnin
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INSTALLATION OPERATION Visor Mounting (optional accessor y ) Power On And Self-Test • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot. Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto- • Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is matic self-test sequence confirms which features are pro- relatively level and has a clear view of the r o a d . grammed On or Off. • Press Power or apply Power. Display reads: Slide on view Insert into bracket mounting slot. Do not bend this
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OPERATION OPERATION Integrated Real Voice™ NOAA When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the The 1770 is programmed from the factory in “NWR STBY” following: mode. This allows the unit to receive laser/radar signals 1.Band Identification while scanning the seven (7) NOAA Weather Radio (NWR) 2.Safety Warning System messages broadcast channels. Weather announcements will only be Note: In certain cases the voice message does not repli- heard if a weather warning or advisory is in you
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OPERATION OPERATION City/City 1/City 2 Mode Auto Quiet Mode W h i s t l e r’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level (1) annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal other devices which share frequencies with police radar. is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds Generally X band is used for these devices. will resume at level (1). Auto Quiet
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OPERATION OPERATION Stay Alert Feature Dim/Dark Mode The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert- Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • P ress and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to r e d u c e illumination to a Dim setting. Display r e a d s : • Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 sec- onds. Release the button during or immediately following the alert given. Display reads: • P ressing and holding
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OPERATION OPERATION NOAA Modes • In the event that you are in an area that receives two or • Changing NWR modes more NWR channels, you can scan for an alternate NWR Through the option select mode, (page 18) or by pressing channels by pressing and holding either volume both volume buttons simultaneously and release, the unit button. Display read: can be programmed to listen to NWR continuous weather reports while still searching for laser/radar signals (NWR ON) or the NOAA can be turn
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OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode Teach/Tutorial Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. options such as Tone Select, NOAA Select, Abbreviated • Press the City and Quiet buttons simultaneously and Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting release. Display reads: options, the , or Quiet must be pressed within 20 sec- onds or options mode will automatically be exited. To enter: Press : *Display To Change, Option
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RADAR ALERTS SAFETY RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter- has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the like. closer or stronger the radar source. Example: Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor Road
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LASER/VG-2 ALERTS RESET FEATURES Laser Audio/Visual Alerts Reset Features When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and sig- All user features can be reset to factory settings. nal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. Example: • Unplug Power Cord from unit. • Press and hold the Power and Quiet buttons. • Plug Power Cord into unit. The more “|||” the closer the laser source. • Wait for 2 beeps. VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts • Release the Power and Qui
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CARE & MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Care And Maintenance Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable, tr o u b l e - f ree operation. If During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to your unit has been correctly installed following the guidelines in this direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when manual, but is not operating optimally, please refer to the tr o u- your vehicle is parked for an ext
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ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Laser Facts In Most States YES! I t ’s well documented that many radar guns cannot r e l i a b l y Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when p rovide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). g roup of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a spe- Similarly, when used in automobiles or light trucks, radar cific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determi
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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY INFORMATION Other Speed Detection Systems Consumer Warranty Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to This radar/laser Whistler detector is warranted to the original p u rchaser for a period of one year from the date of original measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being p u rchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques This limited warranty is void if the unit is
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WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY INFORMATION I M P O RT A N T: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or Service Out Of Warranty damage incurred in shipping. Ther e f o re, please ship your unit Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates i n s u red with r e t u rn receipt r e q u e s t e d . when: • The unit’s original warranty has expired. 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed: • Dated proof of purchase is not supplied. • Your name and stre
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SPECIFICATIONS FCC INFORMATION • Dimensions: 1.6”H x 4.7”W x 4”L Note of Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. • Weight: 7.5 oz. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does • Laser Wavelength: not cause harmful interference. 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) W a rning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli- • Radar Frequencies: ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- 10.500 - 10.550 GHz
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FCC INFORMATION ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from However, there is no guarantee that interference will not Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004, by mailing in the order occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does form or using our online store www.whistlergroup.com. cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off Order Description Price and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
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ACCESSORY ORDER FORM PLEASE SHIP TO: Name______________________________________________ Street______________________________________________ City________________________State_______Zip___ _ _ _ _ _ _ Telephone Number (______) _________________________ _ Order Code/Description Quantity Total Price $ Subtotal Sales Tax (if Applicable) Shipping and Handling* $ 5.00 Total Enclosed $ SEND ORDER FORM WITH CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO: Whistler CTS PO Box 1844 Benton
