Whistler XTR-590 - Manual (Page 2)

WHISTLER FEATURES
Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new
level of operating convenience. Special features include:
1. Bracket Release Button – provides quick
and easy release of the mounting bracket.
2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings
for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and
VG-2.
3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holds
mounting bracket firmly.
4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency
antenna receives radar signals.
5. Front Laser – high gain optical lens provides
increased sensitivity and field of view for
leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser – an integrated optical
waveguide provides superior detection of
laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of
false alerts typically encountered in urban
driving areas.
8. Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a
signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode
which automatically reduces the audio level after
the initial warning to a low audio level setting.
Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter
silences audio alerts, while allowing visual
alerts to keep you informed.
9. Power / Volume Control – turns unit on/off
and adjusts audio level.
10. Dim / Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes
11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
12. Icon Display - 475
Text Display - 500/550/555/575/580/590
provides distinct visual confirmation of signals
detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
13. Alert Periscopes - provide added
visual alerts of threats ahead.
INSTALLATION
Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the
center of the windshield.
• Do not mount the 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).
• Some windshields have an Instaclear ™ or
Electriclear ™ type coating, which affect radar
signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s
manual supplied with your vehicle to determine
if your windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with the
windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the
unit when not in use.
IIM MP PO OR RT TA AN NT T: Make sure the unit is level
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
Windshield
Mounting
3 4 5
Feature Listings of XTR-475/500/550/575/580/590
Rubber Bumper
4
5
3
13
2
11
7
12
8
9
6
1
10
Feature Listings of XTR-555
4
5
3
13
2
11
7
12
8
9
6
1
10
Note: XTR-475/575/580/590 are Intellicord ® Ready. (see pg.12)
Note: On models XTR-475/575/580/590 the compass must be
calibrated before use (see pg.10)