Whistler 1700 Series - Manual (Page 4)

SAFETY RADAR VG-2 ALERTS
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VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
Note: You must turn this feature on in option select mode
before it will detect VG-2.
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides” its
own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG-2.
Text message confirms detection of 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 VG-2 Alert X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be
received (Reference page 25 for VG-2 information).
Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the same time,
the alert priority is:
1. Laser
2. VG-2
3. Speed Radar
4. Safety Radar
Example:
If X band is alerting, then suddenly VG-2 is detected, the
VG-2 warning will override the X band alert.
Reset Features
All user features can be reset to factory settings.
• Unplug Power Cord from unit.
• Press and hold Power and Quiet.
• Plug Power Cord into unit.
• Wait for 2 beeps.
• Release Power and Quiet buttons.
Unit is now reset.
1. Audio to level (4).
2. Display reads Highway.
3. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.
4. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.
5. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.
6. Combo ON (1763 only).
7. Safety ON.
8. Vehicle Battery Saver ON.
9. Full Power Up sequence.
10. Default TONE 3.
11. Unit ON or OFF.
NOTE: Must calibrate compass after resetting features
(1763 only).
Care and Maintenance
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 unit’s exterior.
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RESET FEATURES
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CAUTION
SURFACE
POOR
ROAD
VG2 VG2
In communities where transmitters are located,
the Safety Warning System
™ displays over 60 text
messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio
alert is geiger counter-like.
Safety Warning System Text
Example: Poor - Road - Surface.
Note:
Not all areas have Safety Warning System
™ transmitters.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?
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If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by
information in this Troubleshooting Guide or
our FAQ page at
www. whistlergroup .com
please call
Whistler Customer Service
at
1-800-531-0004
before returning your unit for service.
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.). Similarly, when used in automo-
biles or light trucks, radar detectors are legal in
almost every state. Exceptions are Virginia and
Washington, D.C., which have local regulations
restricting the use of radar receivers in any
vehicle.
Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the
Federal Highway Administration (FHwA)
issued a 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.
FCC ID HSXWH14 - 1753
FCC ID HSXWH13 - 1763
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device many not cause harmful interfer-
rence.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT
FCC requirements state that changes or modifica-
tions not expressly approved by Whistler could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Radar Facts
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves
at certain frequencies which reflect off objects and
are then picked up by the radar gun’s 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 vehicle’s 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)
Ka Band (33.400 - 36.000 GHz)
Note: A radar detector will not alarm if an officer
is not transmitting on any one of the above radar
bands.
PROBLEM:
No display or audio.
• Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if
necessary with a 2 amp 3AG type.
• Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if
necessary.
• Make sure lighter socket is clean.
PROBLEM:
Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps.
• 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.
PROBLEM:
Unit alarms when using vehicle equipment or
electrical accessories
(brakes, power mirrors / windows,
directionals,horn, etc.) .
• Vehicle’s electrical system, including battery
and alternator, may have electrical noise. Install
a filter capacitor (470mfd. 25 volt or larger
capacitance value) on the back of the lighter
socket.
PROBLEM:
Audio alerts are not loud enough.
• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.
• Check audio level setting (see page 9).
PROBLEM:
No X band signals.
• Cancel City 2.
PROBLEM:
Unit gives laser alert when accelerating.
• Possible bad or low quality distributor cap.
Replace with high quality cap.
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