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OWNER’S MANUAL
PRO-3600
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC.
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
3604 NW Frontage Rd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927
P/N 202902, © The Whistler Group, Inc. 2010
www.whistlergroup.com
www.whistlergroup.com
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INTRODUCTION If you have questions concerning the Dear Whistler Customer, operation of this Whistler product please call: Whistler has utilized its high performance antenna design and incorporated it into a totally new remote installed Laser/Radar detector! This model not only packs features common with CuSTOmer SeRVICE Whistler’s high end models such as Ka Max Mode, RSID, LSID, 1-800-531-0004 4 Filter modes and Real Voice but it was designed up front to Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Model Features Summary................................................ 4 - 5 Radar, Laser and SWS Alerts ...................................... 23 - 24 Operation ......................................................................... 6 - 22 • Radar Alerts • Power On and Self-Test • Pulse Protection® • Memory/Beep Confirmation • Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts • Auto Level Adjustment • Laser Audio/Visual Alerts • Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes • Alert Priority
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WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new Voice Module level of operating convenience and expandability. Special features include: • Voice Module – Provides distinct audio and voice Control Panel warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety warning system, Compass N, S, E, W prompts, and laser. Module also adjusts the maximum audio level. Laser/Radar Antenna • Laser-Radar Antenna - Compact, high performance antenna receives laser as well
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OPERATION OPERATION Power On and Self-Test Auto Quiet Mode Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic Auto Quiet mode reduces the selected audio level self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar signal displays are functional. is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds • Press PWR or apply Power. Display shows: will resume at the lower level. Auto Quiet mode does not affect laser alerts. WHISTLE
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OPERATION OPERATION City/City 1/City 2 Modes Highway Mode Whistler’s City Modes are designed to reduce the annoyance Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar (X, of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other K, Ka, and Safety Radar) or laser signals are detected, and is devices which share frequencies with police radar. Generally, recommended for open road driving. For more information on City and Highway modes, please visit our F.A.Q. page on our X band is used for th
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OPERATION OPERATION Temperature Display Understanding the Display The unit can be programmed to display either Fahrenheit or The Pro-3600’s display can be set up to show Heading* and Mode Celsius. See Option Select Mode. Display shows: of Operation (Highway and City modes). In-between the Heading and Mode of Operation one of the following can be displayed; to Temperature, Voltage or Clock*. Heading Mode of Operation • Ice Warning Mode: When temperature drops to 32 F display shows: Press and hold
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OPERATION OPERATION Horizontal/Vertical Viewing Dim/Dimmer/Dark Modes The display can be mounted in 3 different ways: Dim/Dimmer/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. • Briefly press and release the Dark button to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. • Horizontally • Briefly press and release the Dark button a second time engages Dimmer Mode. The display illumination is further • Upside Down reduced. • Briefly press and release the Dark button a third time • Vertically en
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OPERATION OPERATION Vehicle Battery Saver Mode - Security Mode Four Filter Modes Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off the There are times when a radar detector in another vehicle, can detector if the unit has constant power. emit a frequency which can cause your detector to falsely alarm. The Whistler Filter Mode options provide additional The timer is reset: signal processing to minimize the occurrences of these false 1. Each time the detector is turned off alarms. Filter mode p
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OPERATION OPERATION The Ka RSID feature will educate you to the common Ka speed Adjustable Laser Receiver radar guns by displaying and announcing the nominal police If these alerts are bothersome, you may wish to turn on the radar frequencies of 33.8GHz / 34.0GHz / 34.3GHz / 34.7GHz / LSID feature and make note of the PPS rate for these 35.5GHz. The Ka alerts that do not fall into the common Ka occurrences. speed radar windows will be reported only as Ka. The laser validation windows are sepa
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OPERATION OPERATION SWS™ Option Select Mode Press and hold the Quiet button to enter Option Select Safety Warning System™ In communities where transmitters Mode. Upon entering Menu mode, pressing the Quiet are located, the Safety Warning System™ displays over 60 button will step thru in an ascending order while pressing the text messages. When an SWS signal is detected the audio City button will step thru in a decending order. alert is Geiger counter-like. Safety Warning System Text Message
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OPERATION OPERATION Teach/Tutorial Mode Note: GPS features are for use with the Optional Whistler Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. RLC-360 GPS module. • Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release. Press and hold Quiet anytime to exit. Option mode will Display shows: automatically exit if no buttons are pressed within 20 POP™ Mode Alerts seconds. Because POP™ Mode radar utilizes the same K or Ka band frequencies, POP™ Mode Alerts will initially be displayed as POP K
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OPERATION RADAR/LASER ALERTS VOICE Port LASER/RADAR ALERTS This port allows use of the Whistler Voice Module. Any other device may Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is damage the unit and void your warranty. detected, the band ID and signal strength are displayed. LED Port The audio alert is continuous and has a Geiger counter-like This port provides additional visual alert as well as simulated security alarm pattern. The faster the beep, the closer or stronger the flashing LED
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RADAR/LASER ALERTS - RESET FEATURES TROUBLESHOOTING It is important to respond promptly to a pulse alert, since Care and Maintenance warning time may be minimal. Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit. The spray may penetrate through the openings and Reset Features damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive cleaners on All user features can be reset to factory settings. the unit’s exterior. • Remove Power from the unit. • Press and hold the Power and Quiet butto
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TROUBLESHOOTING - FCC INFO SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES PROBLEM: Display shows an error code. Codes are listed in the ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? installation manual. In Most States YES. Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every • Warning communicates a problem at the Interface Box. state (except Virginia and Washington, D.C., which have local • Check connections in the Interface Box. regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle) when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,
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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Radar Facts - Continued For best protection, keep these points in mind: Currently, the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) • Because the vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 - laser gun’s primary targets, mounting the Whistler 10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band detector on the dashboard can improve laser detection at (33.400 - 36.000 GHz). s
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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2, Spectre - Continued This Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warranted to the vulnerable to receive two tickets; one potential for speeding, original purchaser for a period of five years from the date and the other for possession of a detector. of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is Note: The newest tool Police have to det
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WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY/SPECIFICATIONS Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time. Important: Whistler Service Out of Warranty will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested. CODs will not be accepted! • The unit’s original warranty has expired. • A dated store receipt is not supplied. 2. Include with your unit the following clearly
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ACCESSORIES WARRANTY/SPECIFICATIONS Customer Service The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by If you have questions concerning the operation of your calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store at Whistler detector, or require service during or after the www.whistlergroup.com warranty period, please call Customer Service at: 1-800-531-0004 Order Code Description Price Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
