Cobra ESD 7100 User Manual

Important Information And
Customer Assistance
Introduction
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English
Important Information
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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 1934 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 officials 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 will not be involved in traffic accidents. It is only intended to alert
the motorist that an emergency vehicle equipped with a Cobra Safety Alert
transmitter is within range as defined by that product. Please call local fire
and police departments to learn if coverage exists in your area.
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 traffic laws.
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.
Customer Assistance
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Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features,
please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this
manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:
For Assistance in the U.S.A.
Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).
Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time
Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).
Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).
Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked
Questions). English and Spanish. product info@cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
ESD 7100
9 BAND
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RADAR/LASER DETECTOR WITH
EXTRA SENSORY DETECTION
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Cobra ESD 7100 Specifications

General

Product color	Black, Grey
Detection angle	360 °
False alarm control	-
Scrambling function	Laser, Radar

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	33 mm
Width	70 mm
Height	98 mm
Weight	121 g

Summary

Important Information

Federal Laws Governing The Use Of Radar Detectors

Explains federal laws regarding radar detector usage and radio transmission rights.

Safety Alert

Clarifies the purpose of the Safety Alert system and its limitations in preventing accidents.

Safe Driving

Emphasizes the user's responsibility to exercise caution and obey traffic laws.

Security Of Your Vehicle

Advises concealing the radar detector to prevent vehicle break-ins.

Customer Assistance

For Assistance in the U.S.A.

Provides phone numbers for automated help desk and customer assistance operators.

Questions English and Spanish

Lists contact methods for questions via fax, online FAQs, and email.

For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

Advises contacting local dealers for assistance outside the United States.

Controls, Indicators And Connections

Display

Details the visual indicators and display elements used by the radar detector.

Product Features

Highlights the key features and capabilities of the Cobra radar/laser detector.

Installation

Where To Mount Your Unit

Guides on selecting the optimal placement for the detector in a vehicle.

Windshield Mounting

Provides step-by-step instructions for mounting the detector on a windshield.

Dashboard Mounting

Details the procedure for mounting the detector on a vehicle's dashboard.

Getting Started

To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio Volume

Explains how to power on the detector and adjust the audio volume settings.

Settings

Highway/City Mode

Describes how to switch between City and Highway modes to optimize detection.

Muting An Alert

Explains how to temporarily silence audio alerts using the Mute button.

Auto Mute Mode

Details the automatic reduction of audio volume after an alert is detected.

Detection

Signals Detected

Lists the types of signals the detector can identify and their corresponding visual alerts.

Audio Alerts

Explains the different alert tones used to indicate detected signals and their repetition rates.

Visual Display

Describes how the UltraBright data display indicates detected signal types.

Instant-On Detection

Explains the detector's ability to detect sudden, high-strength speed monitoring signals.

Responding To Alerts

Provides guidance on interpreting and reacting to various alert types from the detector.

Understanding Radar And Laser

Radar Speed Monitoring Systems

Details the approved radar frequencies used for speed monitoring.

VG-2

Explains the function of VG-2 detectors and how the unit detects them.

Safety Alert® Traffic Warning System

Describes the Safety Alert system for traffic warnings and emergency vehicles.

LIDAR (Laser)

Explains LIDAR technology, its operation, and common questions regarding its use.

Maintenance And Specifications

Maintenance Of Your Radar Detector

Outlines basic maintenance steps and troubleshooting for the radar detector.

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the radar detector, including bands, frequencies, dimensions, and weight.

Warranty And Product Service

Limited 1-Year Warranty

Details the terms and conditions of the one-year limited warranty for the product.

Product Service

Provides instructions and contact information for obtaining product service and repairs.

Trademark Acknowledgement And Optional Accessories

Trademark Acknowledgement

Lists registered and unregistered trademarks associated with Cobra products.

Optional Accessories

Informs users about available accessories and how to order them.