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INSTALL/POWER ON
Windshield
When you mount the R8 on the windshield, mount it in the middle of the windshield
between the driver and passenger. Be sure there are no obstructions and that there
is a clear view through the windshield.
1. Attach the rubber suction cups to the bracket and push the cups firmly onto the
windshield.
2. Slide the unit onto the bracket until it clicks into place.
3. Plug the power cord RJ11 connector into the R8 and plug the cigarette lighter
adapter into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
4. When the vehicle turns on, the R8 automatically turns on and runs through a
self test cycle.
Release the
R8
from the bracket by pressing the Eject key on top of the detector.
Dashboard
The same types of mounting requirements for the windshield apply for mounting the
unit on the dashboard.
1. Attach the unit to the dashboard using the hook and loop fastener tape.
Be careful not to cover any air vent holes with the hook and fastener tape.
2. Plug the power cord RJ11 connector into the R8 and plug the cigarette lighter
adapter into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
3. When the vehicle turns on, the R8 automatically turns on and runs through a
self test cycle.
Pull the unit from the dashboard, separating the hook and loop tape.
GPS CONNECT
When the R8 powers on, it starts receiving GPS data. When it receives GPS data, it
announces “GPS Connected” and displays the following:
GPS Connected
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