Cobra 12 BAND ESD 9290 User Manual

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Customer Assistance
Federal Laws Governing the Use of Radar Detectors
It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra radar/
laser detector. The Communications Act of 1924 guarantees your right to receive
radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene this Act, while illegal,
may be enforced by your local law enforcement ofcials until and unless
they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action.
Safety Alert
Use of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists or passengers
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the motorist that an emergency vehicle equipped with a Cobra Safety Alert
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Safe Driving
Motorists, as well as operators of emergency or service vehicles, are expected to
exercise all due caution while using this product, and to obey all applicable trafc
laws. Do not attempt to change settings of the unit while in motion.
Security of Your Vehicle
Before leaving your vehicle, always remember to conceal your radar detector
in order to reduce the possibility of break-in and theft.
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please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this
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Introduction
Printed in China
Part No. 480-592-P
Version C
Operating Instructions
12 BAND
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RADAR/LASER DETECTOR WITH
EXTRA SENSORY DETECTION
ESD 9290
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Cobra 12 BAND ESD 9290 Specifications

General

Brand	Cobra
Model	12 BAND ESD 9290
Category	Radar Detector
Language	English

Summary

Important Information

Controls, Indicators and Connections

Display and Product Features

Product Features

Lists sophisticated features and capabilities of the Cobra detector.

Accessories Order Info and Trademark Acknowledgement

Installation

Where to Mount Your Unit

Guidance on optimal placement for vehicle windshield or dashboard mounting.

Getting Started

To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio Volume

Instructions on powering on the device and controlling audio alert volume.

Settings

Highway/City Mode

How to adjust modes to reduce false alerts in urban or highway driving.

Auto Mute Mode

Explains the auto mute feature that reduces audio volume of alerts automatically.

Data Display Brightness

How to adjust the display's brightness for optimal visibility.

Voice/Tone Setting

Option to choose between voice messages or tones for alerts.

VG-2 Alert Settings

How to enable or disable alerts for VG-2 radar detector detection devices.

Detection

Signals Detected

Details on the types of signals detected and their associated audio/visual alerts.

Instant-On Detection

Information on how the detector identifies sudden speed monitoring signals.

Responding to Alerts

Interpretation of different alert patterns and recommended driver actions.

Understanding Radar and Laser

Radar Speed Monitoring Systems

Explanation of the radar frequencies approved for speed monitoring.

VG-2

How VG-2 works as a radar detector detector and the unit's invisibility.

Safety Alert Traffic Warning System

How the system detects emergency vehicle transmitters and provides alerts.

Strobe Alert

How the detector identifies special strobes on emergency vehicles.

LIDAR (Laser)

Explanation of LIDAR technology, its operation, and legal use.

Maintenance

Specifications

Band and Frequencies

Lists the specific frequency bands and laser wavelength detected by the unit.

Warranty

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the manufacturer's one-year limited warranty.

Product Service

Optional Accessories

Information on purchasing additional accessories for the Cobra detector.