Page 2 - we recommend reading this entire manual.
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 Please keep the receipt in a safeplace. If the unit is returned without adated proof of purchase an out ofw a rranty service charge applies...
Page 3 - WHISTLER FEATURES; Bracket Release Button –; TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHISTLER FEATURES Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides anew level of operating convenience. Special feature sinclude: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Speaker – Provides distinct audio and Real Voice™ warnings for X, K, Ka band...
Page 4 - Accessories; High Visibility Display –
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 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. • Adjust the NOAA antenna such that it does not come incontact with the windshield. Dash Mounting• Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean ...
Page 6 - OPERATION; Visor Mounting
Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto-matic self-test sequence confirms which features are pro-grammed On or Off. • Press Power or apply Power. Display reads: Note: If any of the radar/laser bands are not displayed during the self-test, this means they were tu...
Page 7 - In certain cases the voice message does not repli-
OPERATION 11 OPERATION Integrated Real Voice™ When selected, Real Voice will be used to articulate thefollowing:1.Band Identification2.Safety Warning System messages Note: In certain cases the voice message does not repli- cate the text message.3.Feature Selection Note: NOAA is not affected by Real ...
Page 8 - Auto Quiet Mode
OPERATION 13 OPERATION 12 City/City 1/City 2 Mode W h i s t l e r’s Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce theannoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms andother devices which share frequencies with police radar.Generally X band is used for these devices.• P ress City to engage City....
Page 9 - Stay Alert Featur e
OPERATION OPERATION 14 15 Stay Alert Featur e The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a driver’s aler t-ness. To engage (when unit is not alarming): • Press and hold the City button for approximately 2 sec-onds. Release the button during or immediately followingthe alert given. Display reads: Wit...
Page 10 - The 1770 auto scans to the first active channel it finds and
OPERATION OPERATION 16 17 NOAA Modes • Changing NWR modes Through the option select mode, (page 18) or by pressing both volume buttons simultaneously and release, the unitcan be programmed to listen to NWR continuous weatherreports while still searching for laser/radar signals (NWRON) or the NOAA ca...
Page 11 - Option Select Mode
Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.• Press the City and Quiet buttons simultaneously andrelease. Display reads: • Press the Power button to exit. Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts offyour detector within 3 hours if you fo...
Page 12 - SAFETY 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 13 - Laser Audio/Visual Alerts; Alert Priority; RESET FEATURES; Reset Features
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 in option select mo...
Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; Care And Maintenance
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 25 CARE & MAINTENANCE 24 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. T...
Page 15 - SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES; Laser Facts
SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES 27 ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? 26 Laser Facts I t ’s well documented that many radar guns cannot re l i a b l yp rovide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in ag roup of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a spe-cific vehicle out of a line of traffic an...
Page 16 - WARRANTY INFORMATION
Consumer Warranty This radar/laser Whistler detector is warranted to the original p u rchaser for a period of one year from the date of originalp u rchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited warranty is void if the unit is abused, modi-fied, installed impro p e r l y, if t...
Page 17 - Service Out Of Warranty
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 unit i n s u red with re t u rn receipt re q u e s t e d . 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed:• Your name and street address (for shippin...
Page 18 - SPECIFICATIONS; Note of Compliance
• Dimensions: 1.6 ”H x 4.7”W x 4”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) • NOAA Frequencies: 162.400 MHz162.425 MHz162.450 MHz162.475 MHz162.500 MHz 162.525 M...
Page 19 - ACCESSORIES; Order; FCC INFORMATION; • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
ACCESSORIES The following accessories can be ordered directly fromWhistler by calling 1-800-531-0004, by mailing in the orderform or using our online store www.whistlergroup.com. Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter Plu...
Page 20 - ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
37 PLEASE SHIP TO: Name______________________________________________Street______________________________________________City________________________State_______Zip___ _ _ _ _ _ _Telephone Number (______) ________________________ _ _ Order Code/Description Quantity Total Price $ Subtotal Sales Tax (...
