Power Connection
To power your V8, plug the small end of the
power cord, (telephone-type connector)
into the modular jack on the V8’s right side,
and plug the lighter plug adapter into your
vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.
Your V8 operates on 12 volts DC negative
ground only. The lighter plug provided is a
standard size and will work in most
vehicles. However, some vehicles may
require the optional European sleeve to
ensure a snug fit. If so, simply call our
service department to order one. This
sleeve slides over the lighter plug. Of
course, your lighter socket must be clean
and properly connected for proper
operation.
NOTE: Depending on your vehicle,
the lighter socket power may either be
continuously on, or it may be switched
on and off with your ignition switch.
Optional power cords
See the Accessories section for details on
our optional coiled SmartPlug or Direct-
wire power cords.
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Mounting Location
WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot
anticipate the many ways the V8 can
be mounted. It is important that you
mount your V8 where it will not
impair your view nor present a
hazard in case of an accident.
Where to mount your V8
For optimum detection performance, we
recommend the following:
• Using the QuickMount bracket, mount
your V8 level, and high enough on your
front windshield to provide a clear view of
the road from the front and rear.
• Mount the V8 away from windshield
wipers, other solid objects, and heavily
tinted areas that might obstruct the radar
antenna or laser lens.
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Installation
Windshield QuickMount
The V8’s QuickMount bracket is designed
for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.
1
Depress the QuickMount button on
the top of the V8 (by the word
BELTRONICS) and slide the QuickMount
bracket into the slot until it is locked into
the position which best fits the angle of
your windshield (there are four settings
available). For extremely horizontal
or extremely sloped windshields,
the QuickMount bracket can
be bent.
To ensure that the suction cups
adhere to the windshield firmly, be sure to
keep both your windshield and the suction
cups clean.
2
To adjust the V8 on your windshield,
use the QuickMount adjustment button
located on the top of the V8, and slide the
V8 forward or backward to obtain a level
horizontal position.
When installed and adjusted properly, the
back top edge of the V8 should rest solidly
against your windshield.
Caution!
A few vehicles (including some Porsches)
have windshields with a soft anti-lacerative
coating on the inside surface. Use of
suction cups will permanently mar this
coating. Consult your dealership or the
vehicle owner’s manual to determine if
your windshield has this coating.
User’s Tip
You can leave the QuickMount bracket in
place on your windshield, and easily remove
the V8 by pressing the adjustment button
and sliding the V8 off the mount. Again, be
sure to position the bracket where it won’t
present a hazard in the event of an
accident. Additional mounts are available.
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