Installation
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Installation
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Attach cups to
bracket.
Attach detector
to bracket.
Plug power cord
into detector.
Attach bracket to
windshield.
Bend bracket for
correct detection
angle (if needed).
Do not use the
ESD-9000 to bend
bracket.
Plug power cord
i nto cigare t te lighte r.
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6
Location
Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra
ESD-9000 is very important for optimum perfor-
mance. Both radar and laser transmissions pass
through glass but not through other objects. For
this reason the Cobra ESD-9000 lenses must not
be blocked. It is best to locate your detector as
low on the front windshield as possible.
Examples of metal in the windshield area that can
block or weaken incoming radar/laser signals:
1. Windshield wiper blades.
2. Mirrored sun screens.
3. Regular tinted glass does not affect radar
reception,although the darker tint at the
top of the tinted windshield prevents laser
light from penetrating.
4. Heated windshields, currently available as
an option for some Ford® (Instaclear) and
GM® (Electriclear vehicles act as an impene-
trable barrier to radar signals). If in doubt,
check with your dealer to see if this applies
to your vehicle.
Windshield Mounting
Location
Windshield
Mounting
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