Whistler 1760 manual

OWNER’S MANUAL 1750/1760/1765 LASER/RADAR DETECTOR THE WHISTLER GROUP CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL (479) 273-6012 FX (479) 273-2927 PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CENTER 25 Industrial Ave. Chelmsford, MA 01824 TEL (978) 244-1400 FX (978) 244-1491 CUSTOMER RETURN CENTER 1201 N. Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR 72756 Consumer[...]

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 CT Please keep the receipt in a safe place. If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warran - ty service charge applies. Note: Y our warranty period begins at the time[...]

WHISTLER FEATURES 3 T opic Page Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 5 Installation.............................................................................6 - 9 • Mounting Guidelines • Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting • Power Connection And Fuse Replacement • Compass Calibration Set-up Operation.[...]

WHISTLER FEATURES 10. Laser An ten na (Fr ont) - High ga in optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading- edge laser detection. 11. Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna r eceives radar signals. 12. Mounting Bracket Location - Slot holds mounting bracket firmly . Accessories Accessories included are highly fu[...]

INSTALLATION shi eld brac ket. Pres s th e bracke t r elea se but ton and r e m o v e th e dete ctor befo re ben ding . Da sh Moun ting • Ma ke sur e the mou nting loca tion y ou have c hosen i s r elati vely le vel and is cl ean an d dry . Clea n w i th isop r o p y l a l c ohol if neces sar y t o r emov e a ny waxes o r poli shes. • Se parate[...]

INSTALLATION Compass Calibration Set-up (1760, 1765 only) 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 no other magnetic sources n[...]

OPERATION 11 OPERATION Power On And Self-Test 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: Self-Test Display for 1750 Model Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) ar e[...]

OPERATION 13 OPERATION 12 Ci ty/ Cit y 1/C ity 2 M ode W h i s t l e r ’ s Thr ee S tage Ci ty Mod e i s des ign ed to r educ e t he a nno yan ce of aut omati c door opene rs, i nt rusi on ala rms a nd ot her de vi ces wh ich s har e fr eque nc ies wi th po lice rada r . • P r ess City t o e nga ge C ity . Di spla y r e a d s : • P r ess ing [...]

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): • P r ess a nd hol d C it y for ap proxi mate ly 2 s econd s. Release button during or immediately after the alert is given. Display reads: Wi th in 30 -6 0 se c ond s tw o b ee ps ar e s ou[...]

Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Compass Select, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, the , or quiet must be pressed within 20 sec- onds or options mode will automatically be exited. T o enter: 1760/1765 Chart Press: quiet *Display T o Change, Option:[...]

OPERATION 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 source. Example: 1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal Pulse Protection ® When a pulse type signal (instant on str[...]

In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety W arning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety 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. V isit the Safety warning System web page at www.safetyr[...]

CARE & MAINTENANCE Care And Maintenance During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight by removing 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, do [...]

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 Washington, D.C., which have local regulations r estricting the [...]

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

W ARRANTY INFORMATION Whistler Repair Dept. 1201 North Dixieland Rd. Rogers, AR. 72756 I M P O R T A N T : W hi s t l e r w i l l n o t a s s u m e r e s p o n s i b i l i t y f o r l o s s o r d a m a g e i n c u r r e d in s h i p p i n g . T h er e f o r e , p l e a s e s h i p y o u r u n i t i n s u r e d w i t h r e t u r n r ec e i p t r e q[...]

• Dimensions: 1750/1760 - 1.45"H x 3.15"W x 5.35"L 1765 - 1.52"H x 4.73"W x 3.45"L • Weight: 1750/1760 - 6.8 oz. 1765 - 6.8 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 Tempe[...]

NOTES ACCESSORIES 33 32 The following accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online stor e at www.whistlergroup.com Order Description Price Code 202138 V isor Bracket $ 6.95 202140 Windshield Bracket Kit $ 9.95 206294 *Modular Lighter Plug $ 7.95 (Requires 206550 or 206551) 206550 *Modular Straight [...]