Whistler XTR-420 - Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters

3604 NW Frontage Rd. • Bentonville, AR 72712

Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927

Customer Return Center

551 N 13th St. • Rogers, AR 72756

Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004

www.whistlergroup.com

P/N 260027, © 2010 The Whistler Group, Inc.

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Model Features Summary .................... 2 - 3

Installation ........................................... 4 - 5

•Battery Installation

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•Mounting Guidelines

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•Windshield Mounting

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•Power Connection and Fuse Replacement

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Operation .......................................... 6 - 13

•Battery Life

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•Battery Charging

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•Power On, Self-Test Mute

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•Setting Saver

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•Feature Engaged Confirmation

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•Audio Level Adjustment

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•Quiet Mode

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•Auto Quiet Mode

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•City/City 1/ City 2 Mode

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•Highway Mode

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•Teach/Tutorial Mode

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•Dim/Dark

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•VG-2 Detection/Alerts

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•Auto Shut Off Mode

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•Menu Mode

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•Stay Alert Feature

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Safety Warning System

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Laser/Radar Alerts ................................. 14

•Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

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•Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

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•Pulse Protection

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•Alert Priority

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POP

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Mode Alerts ................................. 15

Reset Features ....................................... 16

Troubleshooting Guide ..................... 16 - 17

Care and Maintenance ........................... 18

Are Detectors Legal? ............................. 18

FCC Information ..................................... 19

Speed Monitoring ............................ 19 - 22

•Radar Facts

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•POP

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•Total Band Protection

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•Laser Facts/Tips

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•Other Speed Detection Systems

21 -22

Warranty Information ....................... 22 - 25

Specifications ......................................... 25

Accessories ............................................ 26

Dear Whistler Detector Owner,
If you have questions concerning the operation of

this Whistler product please call:

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1-800-531-0004

Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT

or visit our website

www.

whistlergroup

.com

Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may
register your product online at www.w

whhiissttlleerrggrroouupp..com.

For warranty verification purposes, a copy of your dated
store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for
warranty work. If the unit is returned without a dated
store receipt, an out of warranty service charge applies.
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Please record the serial number of the

unit in the space provided in the warranty section of

the manual.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your
Whistler Detector and to better understand the
differences between detecting radar, laser, and
safety radar signals, we recommend reading this
entire manual or visiting our FAQ page on our
website www.whistlergroup.com
Enjoy your Whistler Detector and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.