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Manual Whistler 1745

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Page 2 - Enjoy the Whistler and please drive safely.

If you have questions concerning theoperation of this Whistler productplease call consumer relations: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT or visit www.whistlergroup.com Please keep the receipt in a safeplace. If the unit is returned without adated store receipt an out of warra...

Page 3 - WHISTLER FEATURES; Topic; TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHISTLER FEATURES 3 Topic Page Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 5Installation.............................................................................6 - 8• Mounting Guidelines• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting• Power Connection And Fuse ReplacementOpe...

Page 4 - Accessories; Bracket Release Button –

WHISTLER FEATURES 9. Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical wave- guide provides superior detection of laser signals trans-mitted from behind. 10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-edge laser detection. 11. Radar Antenna...

Page 5 - not to cover; INSTALLATION; I M P O RTA N T: Some newer cars have a

INSTALLATION shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and re m o v ethe detector before bending. Dash Mounting• Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopro p y lalcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes. • Separate th...

Page 6 - OPERATION; press the Quiet button during the next self-test.; relatively level and has a clear view of the ro a d .

OPERATION Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto-matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker andvisual displays are functional.• Press Power or apply Power. Display reads: Self-test Mute Simpl y press the Quiet button d uring the self -testsequence to ca...

Page 8 - See option select mode to turn this feature on.

OPERATION 13 OPERATION Dim/Dark Mode Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.• P ress and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce illuminationto a Dim setting. • P ressing and holding the power button for 2 seconds asecond time engages Dark Mode. Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. ...

Page 9 - Option Select Mode

OPERATION OPERATION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to turn on or offVG-2 detection or Voice alerts. Note: The unit must not be alarming. To turn VG-2 detection on/off:Press and hold the Quiet button until the unit provides aunique beep then release the Quiet button. Unit w...

Page 10 - Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

RADAR ALERTS OPERATION 16 17 Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signalstrength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous andhas a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep thecloser or stronger the radar source. Example: I = weak signal, III = strong...

Page 11 - SAFETY RADAR ALERTS; Not all areas have Safety Wa rning System; Laser Audio/Visual Alerts; You must turn this feature on in option select mode before; Alert Priority

SAFETY RADAR ALERTS 18 LASER/VG-2 ALERTS 19 In communities where transmitters are located, the SafetyWa rning System alerts you with 60 voice messages.When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geigercounter-like. Example: Note: Not all areas have Safety Wa rning System ™ transmitters. Visit t...

Page 12 - RESET FEATURES; Care And Maintenance

CARE & MAINTENANCE RESET FEATURES 20 21 Care And Maintenance During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure todirect sunlight by removing your unit from the dash whenyour vehicle is parked for an extended period of time.Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto theunit. The spra...

Page 13 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; Radar Facts

ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? 23 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 22 In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state whenused in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.).Similarly, when used in automobiles or light trucks, radar detectors are legal in almost every state. Exceptions areVir...

Page 14 - Other Speed Detection Systems; • P ro LaserTM I II III

SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 25 SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 24 Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used tomeasure vehicle speeds. When these methods are beingused, no detector can provide a warning. These techniquesinclude:• Pacing - A patrol car drives ...

Page 15 - Whistler Repair Dept.

WARRANTY INFORMATION 27 WARRANTY INFORMATION 26 Whistler Repair Dept. 1201 North Dixieland Rd Rogers, AR. 72756 I M P O RTA N T: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. There f o re, please ship your uniti n s u red with re t u rn receipt re q u e s t e d . 2...

Page 16 - • Operating Temperature Range:

SPECIFICATIONS 29 WARRANTY INFORMATION 28 • Dimensions: 1740 - 1.45"H x 3.15"W x 5.35"L 1745 - 1.52"H x 4.73"W x 3.45"L • Weight: 1740 - 6.8 oz. 1745 - 6.1 oz. • Laser Wavelength: 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K...

Page 17 - Order

NOTES 31 ACCESSORIES 30 The following accessories can be ordered directly fromWhistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online storeat www.whistlergroup.com for other products. Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter...