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OWNER’S MANUAL

1790SE

LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

THE WHISTLER GROUP
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS

13016 N. Walton Blvd.
Bentonville, AR 72712
TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927
www.whistlergroup.com

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER

25 Industrial Ave.
Chelmsford, MA 01824
TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492

CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER

1201 N. Dixieland Rd.
Rogers, AR 72756
Consumer Relations Tel (800) 531-0004
Email: [email protected]

P/N 1790SE, © WHISTLER 2001

Summary of Contents for 1790SE

Page 1: ...lle AR 72712 TEL 501 273 6012 FX 501 273 2927 www whistlergroup com PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave Chelmsford MA 01824 TEL 978 244 1400 FX 978 244 1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Consumer Relations Tel 800 531 0004 Email info whistlergroup com P N 1790SE WHISTLER 2001 ...

Page 2: ...hose 30 years We started with a proven detection circuitry with All BandTM and added top of the line features such as Memo record up to 90 seconds Digital Compass provides cardinal points and direction in 5 degree increments Real Voice allows you to keep your eyes on the road Whistler s exclusive Safe Driving System incorporates the Safety Warning System SWS keeping you informed of road hazards as...

Page 3: ...ines Dash Visor Windshield Mounting Power Connection And Fuse Replacement Compass Calibration Set up Operation 10 17 Power On And Self Test Integrated Real Voice Feature Engaged Confirmation Auto Level Adjustment Compass Mode Auto Quiet Quiet Modes City Mode Dim Dark Mode Engaging Disengaging VG 2 Detection Stay Alert Option Select Mode Memo Mode Teach Tutorial Mode Vehicle Battery Saver Mode Vehi...

Page 4: ... level setting Pressing QUIET during a radar laser encounter silences audio alerts while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed Pressing and holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode see page 16 8 CITY CITY 1 CITY 2 Button Reduces the annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas 9 Memo Button Pressing Memo enters Memo Mode feature Press hold 3 seco...

Page 5: ...t your 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 you...

Page 6: ... carefully when replacing the 2 amp fuse 8 Insert into bracket mounting slot Do not bend this section of bracket Slide on view Compass Calibration Set up The unit will need to be calibrated in order for the com pass to provide accurate readings To calibrate the unit perform the following procedure 1 Mount the unit level in the center of the vehicle s wind shield in which it will be used Make sure ...

Page 7: ...ps confirm feature off Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or low to high in nine steps 0 is no audio level 8 the highest Press Volume up to increase audio level Press Volume down to decrease audio level As audio level is adjusted beeps are provided and the display indicates volume level Example Compass Mode The 1790SE is programmed from the factory in Combo Mode Co...

Page 8: ...may still be using X band radar If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and the unit receives a strong radar signal the unit performs the Auto Quiet feature City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser or VG 2 Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level 1 approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig nal is detected The alert for any new signal...

Page 9: ...st You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are drowsy During extended periods of vehicle operation you should take frequent breaks Improper reliance on the Stay Alert feature may result in vehicle damage personal injury or death NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE DROWSY Dim Dark Mode Dim Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illumi nation to...

Page 10: ...N OFF Battery Saver Off 8th time X ON X Band On Yes OFF X Band Off 9th time K ON K Band On Yes OFF K Band Off 10th time Ka ON Ka Band On Yes OFF Ka Band Off 11th time Laser ON Laser On Yes OFF Laser Off Factory settings Press anytime to exit Teach Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal Press City and Quiet simultaneously and release Display reads Quiet mode can also be acc...

Page 11: ...play Press the Quiet Record button twice 18 To exit Memo mode Press memo button and release The unit will beep twice NOTE Memo mode automatically exits within 20 seconds if a button is not pressed Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off The timer is reset if the detector is turned off unplugged or a...

Page 12: ...ety Warning Systems web page at www safetyradar com for SWS locations Speed Radar Audio Visual Alerts When X K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger 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 ...

Page 13: ...ting an all clear condition During VG 2 Alert X K and Ka band signals cannot be received Reference page 27 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 fea...

Page 14: ...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 00 00 PROBLEM No X band signals Cancel City 2 or turn X band on See page 00 PROBLEM Unit gives laser alert when accelerating Possible bad or low quality distributor cap Replace with high quality cap PROBLEM Not ...

Page 15: ... 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 and Ka Band 33 400 36 000 GHz Laser Facts It s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles In contrast a laser...

Page 16: ...it in the original carton or in a suitable sturdy equivalent fully insured with return receipt requested and shipping charges prepaid to Whistler Repair Dept 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers AR 72756 Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to meas ure vehicle speeds When these methods are being used no detector can provide a warning These techniques includ...

Page 17: ...me telephone number Consumer Relations If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detector or require service during or after the warranty period please call Consumer Relations at 1 800 531 0004 Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday Friday from 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST WARRANTY INFORMATION 31 WARRANTY INFORMATION 30 IMPORTANT Whistler will not assume re...

Page 18: ...hange without notice SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1 800 531 0004 or by mailing in the form on page Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket 6 95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit 9 95 206294 Modular Lighter Plug 7 95 Requires 206550 or 206551 206550 Modular Straight 6 95 Power Cord 5 Requires 206294 206551 Modular Coiled...

Page 19: ...______ For expedited shipping costs contact Whistler Customer Service 1 800 531 0004 NOTES ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________ _________________________________________________...

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