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Your Detector
Intro
Operation
Customer
Assistance
Warranty
Notice
Main Icons
Secondary Icons
Your Detector
Intro
Operation
Customer
Assistance
Warranty
Notice
Main Icons
Secondary Icons
LIDAR (Laser)
The correct name for the technology that most people refer to as laser is
actually
LIDAR
, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging.
LIDAR operates much like radar. Its signal spreads out like a radar signal, though
not as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its target
vehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as sign
posts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement.
Some common questions about LIDAR include:
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Does weather have any affect on LIDAR?
Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog or airborne dust particles will reduce the
effective range of LIDAR and can, if dense enough, prevent its operation.
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Can LIDAR operate through glass?
Yes. Newer LIDAR guns can obtain readings through most types of glass.
However, the laser pulse also can be received through glass to trigger an
alarm by your detector.
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Can LIDAR operate while in motion?
No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannot drive
the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time.
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Is it legal for police to use LIDAR?
Yes, LIDAR is allowed to be used in all 50 States by police. Your detector
detects LIDAR (laser).
Understanding Radar &
LIDAR
Specifications &
Maintenance
U.S. Patent Number: 6,078,279
Specifications
•
Band and Frequencies
WARNING
Modifications or parts substitutions not approved by
Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void your
authority to operate this equipment.
Band
Frequencies
X Band
10.525
± 0.050
GHz
K Band
24.125
± 0.125
GHz
Ka Band
34.700
± 1.300
GHz
Laser
910 ± 50 nm
100
PPS
VG-2
11.500
± 0.250
GHz
Maintenance
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Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance
without the need for service. No routine
Maintenance
is required.
If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these
troubleshooting steps:
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Make sure the power cord is properly connected.
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Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s cigarette lighter is clean and free
of corrosion.
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Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in
your cigarette lighter.
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