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OWNER’S MANUAL
1750/1760/1765
LASER/RADAR DETECTOR
THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927
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
P/N 1750/1760/1765MAN, © WHISTLER 2002
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 3 INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner, If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment center, or simply an please call consumer relations: expression of our personality. Whistler products are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle more productive, more ful- filling, safer, or just simply more fun. O
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS WHISTLER FEATURES Topic Page Whistler 1750/1760 Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 5 Installation.............................................................................6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines 2 9 • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement 3 • Compass Calibration Set-up 1 Operation......................................................................
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 7 WHISTLER FEATURES WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special featur e s include: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord. 3. Speaker – Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka 10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens band radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2. pr
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 9 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. Unit must be level for compass to function p ro p e r l y. (Models 1760/1765 only) • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, m i rr o red sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal s u rfaces which can affect radar a
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Visor Mounting (optional accessor y ) Compass Calibration Set-up (1760, 1765 only) • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot. The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the com- • Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is pass to provide accurate readings. To calibrate the unit, relatively level and has a clear view of the r o a d . perform the following procedure: 1. Mount the unit leve
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 13 OPERATION OPERATION Power On And Self-Test Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low to Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto- matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and high, in eight steps: (0) is no audio level, (7) the highest,-(8) for 1750 visual displays are functional. • Press Power or apply Power. Display reads: • Press Volume up to increase audio level. • Press Volume do
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 15 OPERATION OPERATION Auto Quiet Mode City/City 1/City 2 Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level (1) W h i s t l e r’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig- annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and nal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 sec- other devices which share frequencies with police radar. onds will resume at level (1). A
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 17 OPERATION OPERATION Dim/Dark Mode Stay Alert Feature Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert- • P ress and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumination ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): to a Dim setting. Display r e a d s : • P ress and hold City for approximately 2 seconds. Release button during or immediately after the alert is given. Display reads: • P ress
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 19 OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode 1750 Chart Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Compass Select, Abbreviated Press: Quiet *Display To Change, Option: Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting Reads: Press options, the , or quiet must be pressed within 20 sec- For 2 seconds TONE 3 or Tone 1, 2, or 3 onds or options mode will automatically be exited. To (3 different X, K, Ka enter: patte
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 21 OPERATION RADAR ALERTS Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts Teach/Tutorial Mode When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and • Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release. Display has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the reads: closer or stronger the radar source. Example: Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tut
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 23 SAFETY RADAR ALERTS LASER/VG-2 ALERTS Laser Audio/Visual Alerts In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and sig- Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When nal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter- a minimum of 3 seconds. Example: like. Safety Warning System Text The more “|||” the closer the las
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 25 RESET FEATURES CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance Reset Features During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to All user features can be reset to factory settings. direct sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. • Unplug Power Cord from unit. Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the • Press and hold Power and Quiet. unit. The spray may penetrate through th
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to exacting quality standards to provide you with r e l i a b l e , Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when t ro u b l e - f ree operation. If your unit has been correctly installed used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). following the guidelines in this manual, but is not operating Similarly, w
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 29 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Laser Facts Other Speed Detection Systems I t ’s well documented that many radar guns cannot r e l i a b l y Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to p rovide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being g roup of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a spe- used, no detector can provide a warning. These
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 31 WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty This Whistler Radar/Laser detector is warranteed to the origi- Whistler Repair Dept. nal purchaser for a period of one year from the date of origi- 1201 North Dixieland Rd. nal purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. Rogers, AR. 72756 This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modi- fied, installed impro p e r l y, if the housing has been I M P O RT A N T: Whis
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 33 WARRANTY INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS • Dimensions: 1750/1760 - 1.45"H x 3.15"W x 5.35"L Service Out Of Warranty 1765 - 1.52"H x 4.73"W x 3.45"L Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when: • Weight: 1750/1760 - 6.8 oz. • The unit’s original warranty has expired. 1765 - 6.8 oz. • Dated store receipt is not supplied. • Laser Wavelength: • The unit has been returned without its serial number. 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) • The unit has b
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1750/1760/1765 manual 3/6/02 2:20 PM Page 35 ACCESSORIES NOTES The following accessories can be ordered directly from PLEASE SHIP TO: Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store Name______________________________________________ at www.whistlergroup.com Street______________________________________________ City________________________State_______Zip___ _ _ _ _ _ _ Order Description Price Telephone Number (______) _________________________ _ Code Order Code/Description Quanti
