Page 2 - Enjoy the Whistler 3300 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 CST Please keep the receipt in a safeplace. If the unit is returned without adated proof of purchase an out ofwarranty service charge applies....
Page 3 - WHISTLER FEATURES; Turns unit on/off and; TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides anew level of operating convenience. Special featuresinclude: 1. Power/Volume Button (P/V) - Turns unit on/off and adjusts volume up or down (press and hold for 2 seconds). 2. Dark Button - Engages Dim/Dark/Temperature/ Voltage...
Page 4 - OPERATION; Power On And Self-Test; LASER; Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka
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 P/V or apply Power. Display reads: 5 K Ka X LASER 9 9 9 SR ON VG2 OFF HIGHWAY WHISTLER WHISTLER FEATURES 5. Speaker - P...
Page 5 - AUTO
OPERATION 7 OPERATION Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) areretained in memory. Each time a button is pressed onebeep confirms feature “on” , two beeps confirm feature “off” . Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low tohigh...
Page 6 - City; CITY; HIGHWAY
Temperature/Voltage Mode The unit can be programmed to display either the outsidetemperature or battery voltage along with Highway/Citymodes. See Option Select Mode. Display reads: • Ice Warning Mode: When temperature drops to 32˚F display reads: Unit then gives a unique warning tone. This will only...
Page 7 - GET REST; Dark; DIM
OPERATION OPERATION 10 11 Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s alert-ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • Press and hold City for 2 seconds. Display reads: Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show alert-ness, the driver must press either the D...
Page 8 - Option Select Mode
OPERATION OPERATION 12 13 Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customizeoptions such as Tone Select, Real Voice, AbbreviatedPower Up Sequence test and VG-2 Mode. When selectingoptions, Dark (D) =yes, City (C) =no, Quite (Q) =next selec- tion. Any one of these must be pressed ...
Page 9 - Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts; PULSE; RADAR ALERTS; TEACH
OPERATION 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: 1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal An asterisk i...
Page 10 - Safety Warning System Text; CAUTION; SAFETY RADAR ALERTS; Laser Audio/Visual Alerts; Alert Priority
In communities where transmitters are located, the SafetyWarning System displays over 60 text messages. WhenSafety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter-like. Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor Road Surface: Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters. Visit Safet...
Page 11 - RESET FEATURES; Reset Features; R1 ERROR; R2 ERROR
CARE & MAINTENANCE If a R1 error occurs:• Press P/V to turn unit off. • Check connection in back of control panel (straight ended cable) • Perform “reset features.”• See dealer/installer. If an R2 error occurs:• To temporarily cancel error message, momentarily press either Dark/City/Mute button....
Page 12 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? 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, radardetectors are legal in almost every state. Exceptions areVirginia and Washington, D.C., w...
Page 13 - Other Speed Detection Systems; SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES; Radar Facts
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 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 behind you and matches your driving ...
Page 14 - Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or; WARRANTY INFORMATION; Consumer Warranty
WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Therefore, please ship your unitinsured with return receipt requested. 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed:• Your name and street address (for shipping vi...
Page 15 - SPECIFICATIONS; Service Out Of Warranty
• Dimensions: Antenna: 1.4"H x 3.2"W x 4.2"LControl Panel: .8”H x 2.8”W x 2.4”LLaser: 1.9”H x .9”W x .6”L • Weight: Antenna: 7.5 oz.Control Panel: 2 oz. • Laser Wavelength: 905 ± 50 nanometers (nm) • Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )33.400 - 36....
Page 16 - Order
NOTES 29 ACCESSORIES 28 The following accessories can be ordered directly fromWhistler by calling 1-800-531-0004. Order Description Price Code 202971 Voice Module $99.95 202964 Rear Radar Antenna $179.95 SWRA-33 206879 Hook & Loop Fastener $1.95 206880 Hardwire Kit (10’) $9.95 Shipping and handl...