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TM

OWNER’S MANUAL

1660 Series

LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

Summary of Contents for 1660 Series

Page 1: ...TM OWNER S MANUAL 1660 Series LASER RADAR DETECTOR...

Page 2: ...e receipt in a safe place If the unit is returned without a dated proof of purchase an out of warranty service charge applies Note Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase The warranty is v...

Page 3: ...detects all radar laser and safety radar systems plus offers Whistler s exclusive Real Voice technology The comprehensive safe ty system detects all safety radar including the Safety Warning System ke...

Page 4: ...Disengaging VG 2 Detection Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Radar Laser And VG 2 Alerts 13 15 Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts Pulse Protection Safety Radar Audio Visual Alerts Laser Audio Visual Alerts VG 2...

Page 5: ...et 2 Power Jack Provides connection for the power cord 3 Speaker Provides distinct audio and Real Voice warnings for X K Ka band radar safety radar laser and the VG 2 4 Power Volume Control Turns unit...

Page 6: ...VG 2 Button Reduces illumination of display to dim or dark settings Press and hold for two sec onds to engage or disengage VG 2 9 Laser Antenna Rear An integrated optical wave guide provides superior...

Page 7: ...wer Cord Connects to the unit s power jack and your vehicle s lighter socket Windshield Bracket Allows installation of unit on your vehicle s windshield Hook Loop Fasteners Designed to secure the unit...

Page 8: ...uce the possibility of theft conceal your unit when not in use Windshield Mounting Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes Press the suction cu...

Page 9: ...ssary to remove any waxes or polishes Separate the fastener strips Peel the paper backing off each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the other piece to the bottom of the unit taking care not...

Page 10: ...se Replacement The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip To replace the fuse carefully unscrew the tip of the plug IMPORTANT Unscrew slowly Th...

Page 11: ...clockwise Display reads Feature Engaged Confirmation Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on two beeps confirm feature off Integrated Real Voice Real Voice is used along with audio...

Page 12: ...Auto Quiet Display reads Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet Press Quiet when the unit is not alarming to cancel Auto Quiet mode Quiet Mode Quiet cance...

Page 13: ...ided Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio warnings any time radar X K Ka Safety signals are detected and is recommended for open road driving Highway mode is automatically engaged after the u...

Page 14: ...the detector is turned off unplugged or any button is pressed before the 3 hours have expired The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off Display reads During t...

Page 15: ...r counter like pattern The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source Example 1 weak signal 9 strong signal Pulse Protection When a pulse type signal instant on strong signal is detected...

Page 16: ...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 Safety Warning System consists of 60 text...

Page 17: ...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 ind...

Page 18: ...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...

Page 19: ...another cord to determine if cord is defective Return defective cord to the factory PROBLEM Unit alarms when using vehicle equipment electrical accessories brakes power mirrors windows directionals h...

Page 20: ...Washington D C which have local regula tions restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle Concerning trucks over 10 000 lbs the Federal Highway Administration FHwA issued a regulation effecti...

Page 21: ...s In contrast a laser gun can target a spe cific vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed The advantage of laser over radar in terms of target identifi cation is the result of the lase...

Page 22: ...radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector Because its purpose is to iden tify persons driving with radar detectors the VG 2 is known as a radar detector detector The VG 2 is the primary too...

Page 23: ...Service Under Warranty During the warranty period defective units will be repaired or replaced with the same or a comparable model at Whistler s option without charge to the purchaser when returned p...

Page 24: ...ease A detailed description of the problem e g Unit per forms self test but does not respond to radar A copy of your dated proof of purchase or bill of sale 3 Be certain your unit is returned with its...

Page 25: ...nt may also be made by MasterCard or VISA personal checks are not accepted In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum 55 00 service fee you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service...

Page 26: ...GHz K Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Ka Superwideband Operating Temperature Range 20 C to 80 C 4 F to 176 F Power Requirements Operational 12 to 15 volts DC 250mA nominal Vehicle Battery Saver 30mA nominal O...

Page 27: ...ug 7 95 Requires 206550 or 206551 206550 Modular Straight 6 95 Power Cord 5 Requires 206294 206551 Modular Coiled 7 95 Power Cord 7 Requires 206294 206552 Straight Power Cord 5 14 95 206553 Coiled Pow...

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