Whistler 1740 - Manual

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...

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...

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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...