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  • Page 1

    TM OWNER’S MANUAL 1780 LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORA TE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. W alton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (501) 273-6012 FX (501) 273-2927 www .whistler group.com PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1492 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers[...]

  • Page 2

    If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call consumer relations: 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST Please keep the receipt in a safe place. If the unit is returned without a dated proof of pur chase an out of warranty service charge applies. Note: Y our warranty period begins at the t[...]

  • Page 3

    WHISTLER FEA TURES Whistler’ s ergonomic and user -friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include: 1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket. 2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cor d. 3. Speaker – Provides distinct audio and Real V oice™ warn[...]

  • Page 4

    WHISTLER FEA TURES 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 the unit on a level dashboard. 5 WHISTLER [...]

  • Page 5

    INST ALLA TION shield bracket. Press the bracket r elease button and remove the detector before bending. Dash Mounting • Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry . Clean with isopropyl alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes. • Separate the fastener strips. Peel the paper backing off [...]

  • Page 6

    Power On And Self-T est Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto- matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional. • Press (Power) or apply Power . Display reads: Integrated Real V oice When selected, Real V oice will be used to articulate the following: 1. Band Identification 2. Safety W arning[...]

  • Page 7

    OPERA TION 11 OPERA TION Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) ar e retained in memory . Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “on” , two beeps confirm featur e “off” . Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low , or low to high, in nine steps: (0) is no audio[...]

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    OPERA TION 13 OPERA TION 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 time engages Dark Mode. Display reads: Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode, the display[...]

  • Page 9

    OPERA TION OPERA TION Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as T one Select, Real V oice, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the , or must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited. T o enter: Press : *Display T o Change, Option: (Quiet) [...]

  • Page 10

    T each/T utorial 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 T each/T utorial mode is engaged. • Press (Power/Play) to exit. Memo Mode Record up to nine distinct message tracks for a total of 90 seconds, one 90 second message or[...]

  • Page 11

    OPERA TION Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter -like pattern. The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar sour ce. Example: 1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal Pulse Protection ® When a pulse type signal (instant on [...]

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    In communities where transmitters ar e located, the Safety W arning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter - like. Safety W arning System T ext Example: Poor Road Surface: Note: Not all areas have Safety W arning System transmitters. CAUTION SURFACE POOR ROAD LASER/VG-2 ALERTS SAFETY R[...]

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    CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposur e to direct sunlight by r emoving your unit from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. Do not spray water , cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit. The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the unit. Also, [...]

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    ARE DETECTORS LEGAL? In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state when used 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 ar e Virginia and W ashington, D.C., which have local regulations restricting the[...]

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    SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure vehicle speeds. When these methods ar e being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include: • Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your driving speed. • V ascar/Aircraft - The time it t[...]

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    W ARRANTY INFORMA TION IMPORT ANT : Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage incurred in shipping. Ther efore, please ship your unit insured with r eturn r eceipt requested. 2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed: • Y our name and street address (for shipping via UPS), and a daytime telephone number[...]

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    • Dimensions: 1.6"H x 2.9"W x 4.5"L • Weight: 7.5 oz. • Laser W avelength: 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 T emperature Range: -20˚ C to +80˚ C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F) • Power Requirements: Operation[...]

  • Page 18

    The following accessories can be order ed directly fr om Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004, or by mailing in the form on page 33.. Order Description Price Code 202138 Visor Bracket $ 6.95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug $ 7.95 (Requires 206550 or 206551) 206550 *Modular Straight $ 6.95 Power Cord (5') (Requir[...]