Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; Note: Compass must be calibrated before use!
INTRODUCTION Dear Whistler Owner, For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. Itcan be a mobile office, communications or entertainmentcenter, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistlerproducts are designed to make the time you spend in yourvehicle more productive, more ful...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
Topic Page Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 5Installation .............................................................................6 - 9• Mounting Guidelines• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement• Compass Calibration ...
Page 5 - WHISTLER FEATURES; Bracket Release Button –
WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides anew level of operating convenience. Special featuresinclude: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord. 3. Speaker – Provides di...
Page 6 - High Visibility Display –
WHISTLER FEATURES 6. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir- mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicatesengaged modes of operation. 7. Quiet/Menu Button - Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automaticallyreduces the audio level a...
Page 7 - Accessories
WHISTLER FEATURES Accessories Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use. Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and your vehicle’s lighter socket. Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your vehicle’s windshield. Hook & Loop Fasteners - Designed to secure th...
Page 8 - INSTALLATION; (Regular tinted glass does not affect
INSTALLATION Mounting Guidelines• Mount the unit as low and level as possible near the center of the windshield. Unit must be level for compass to functionproperly. • Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can affect ra...
Page 9 - Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is
INSTALLATION shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and removethe detector before bending. Dash Mounting• Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropylalcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes. • Separate the faste...
Page 10 - Visor Mounting
INSTALLATION Visor Mounting (optional accessory) • Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot.• Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is relatively level and has a clear view of the road. Power Connection • Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power jack. •...
Page 11 - Compass Calibration Set-up; CAL DONE; CAL MODE
INSTALLATION 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 there are n...
Page 12 - OPERATION; Power On And Self-Test
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: 10 K Ka X LASER 9 9 9 SR ON VG2 OFF HIGHWAY WHISTLER B SVR ON COMBO NE 45 °
Page 13 - Memory/Beep Confirmation; VOL O
OPERATION 11 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, in eigh...
Page 14 - Auto Quiet Mode; AUTO
OPERATION 12 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 within 20 sec-onds will resume at level (1). Auto Quiet does not affectVG-2 or laser alerts. • Press Quiet/Menu...
Page 15 - • Pressing City a second time engages City 1. Display reads:; CITY
OPERATION 13 City/City 1/City 2 Mode Whistler’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce theannoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms andother devices which share frequencies with police radar. • Press City to engage City. Display reads: • Pressing City a second time engages City 1. D...
Page 16 - See option select mode to turn this feature on.; DIM
OPERATION 14 Dim/Dark Mode Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display.• Press and hold (Power) for 2 seconds to reduce illumi-nation to a Dim setting. Display reads: • Pressing and holding for 2 seconds a second timeengages Dark Mode. Display reads: Dim or dark can be engaged during an al...
Page 17 - Stay Alert Feature; GET REST
OPERATION 15 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 approximately 2 seconds.Release button during or immediately after the alert isgiven. Display reads: Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are s...
Page 18 - Option Select Mode
Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customizeoptions such as Tone Select, Compass Select, AbbreviatedPower Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selectingoptions, the , or must be pressed within 20 secondsor options mode will automatically be exited. To enter: Press : *Display To ...
Page 19 - TEACH
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 accessed while Teach/Tutorialmode is engaged. • Press (Power) to exit. TEACH OPERATION 17
Page 20 - Vehicle Battery Saver Mode; PWR OFF
OPERATION 18 Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts offyour detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. Thetimer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged orany button is pressed before the 3 hours have expired. Thedetector will alert you with...
Page 21 - PULSE; RADAR ALERTS
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 Pulse Protection ® When...
Page 22 - Safety Warning System Text; CAUTION; SAFETY RADAR ALERTS
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. CAUTION SUR...
Page 23 - Laser Audio/Visual Alerts; Alert Priority; LASER
LASER/VG-2 ALERTS Laser Audio/Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word “Laser” and sig-nal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous fora minimum of 3 seconds. Example: The more “|||” the closer the laser source. VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts Note: You must turn this feature on i...
Page 24 - RESET FEATURES; Reset Features
RESET FEATURES 22 Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings. • Unplug Power Cord from unit.• Press and hold (Power) and (Quiet).• Plug Power Cord into unit.• Wait for 2 beeps.• Release and . Unit is now reset. 1. Audio to level (4). 2. Display reads Highway. 3. Dim/Dark Mode ...
Page 25 - Care And Maintenance
CARE & MAINTENANCE 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 spray may penetrate throu...
Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 24 Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designedto exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable,trouble-free operation. If your unit has been correctly installedfollowing the guidelines in this manual, but is not operatingoptimally, please refer to the t...
Page 28 - SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES; Radar Facts
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 26 Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certainfrequencies which reflect off objects and are then picked upby the radar gun’s receiving section. When a radar beamreflects off a moving target, a measurable frequency shiftoccurs. The radar unit ...
Page 29 - Other Speed Detection Systems
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 30 - WARRANTY INFORMATION; Consumer Warranty
WARRANTY INFORMATION Consumer Warranty The 1675 Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one year from the date of originalpurchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modi-fied, installed improperly, ...
Page 31 - Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or
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 32 - Service Out Of Warranty
WARRANTY INFORMATION 30 Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rateswhen:• The unit’s original warranty has expired.• Dated proof of purchase is not supplied.• The unit has been returned without its serial number.• The unit has been abused, modified, installed im...
Page 33 - SPECIFICATIONS
• Dimensions: 1.6"H x 2.9"W x 4.5"L • Weight: 7.5 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 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband) • Operating Temperature Range: -20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F) • Pow...
Page 34 - ACCESSORIES; Order
ACCESSORIES 32 The following accessories can be ordered directly fromWhistler by calling 1-800-531-0004. Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug $ 7.95 (Requires 206550 or206551) 206550 *Modular Straight $ 6.95 Power ...
Page 35 - NOTES