Cobra SPX 5300 User Manual

Important Information and
Customer Assistance
Introduction
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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 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 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 5:30 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. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).
For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.
Contact Your Local Dealer
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Cobra SPX 5300 Specifications

General

Brand	Cobra
Model	SPX 5300
Type	Radar Detector
LaserEye	Yes
Voice Alerts	Yes
False Alert Filter	Yes
GPS	Yes
Red Light and Speed Camera Alerts	Yes
Power Source	12V DC
Radar Bands	X, K, Ka
Display	Color OLED
Sensitivity Modes	City, Highway

Summary

Important Information and Customer Assistance

Important Information

Federal laws, safety alerts, safe driving, and vehicle security.

Customer Assistance

Contact information for support in the USA and outside.

Controls, Indicators, and Connections

Device Controls and Indicators

Overview of buttons, ports, and indicators on the device.

Product Display Features

Explanation of the device's display indicators and symbols.

Ordering and Support Information

Ordering Cobra Accessories

Information on how to order accessories via phone or online.

Trademark Acknowledgement

List of registered and trademarked product names and technologies.

Detector Installation

Windshield Mounting

Step-by-step guide for attaching the detector to the windshield.

Dashboard Mounting

Instructions for securing the detector to the vehicle's dashboard.

Getting Started

Powering On and Adjusting Volume

How to turn on the unit and set the audio volume levels.

Auxiliary Audio Jack Usage

Connecting external speakers via the auxiliary audio jack.

Detector Settings

Highway/City Mode Configuration

Adjusting modes to reduce false alerts in urban or highway driving.

UltraBright Display Brightness Adjustment

Settings to control the brightness of the data display.

Detector Settings and Features

Muting Alerts and Auto Mute Mode

Options for muting audio alerts and enabling automatic volume reduction.

IntelliMute Functionality

Using IntelliMute to automatically mute alerts based on engine RPMs.

Detector Settings and IntelliMute

IntelliMute Operation Guidelines

Key points to remember and notes on using IntelliMute effectively.

Setting the IntelliMute Activation Point

Procedure for setting the engine RPM activation threshold for IntelliMute.

Advanced Detector Settings

IntelliMute Pro Operation

Understanding and enabling IntelliMute Pro for RDD prevention.

VG-2/Spectre Alert Configuration

Settings for enabling or disabling alerts for radar detector detectors.

Pop Alert Mode Configuration

Enabling or disabling detection of Pop mode radar guns.

Radar Settings and Signal Detection

Radar Band Alert Configuration

Customizing which radar bands (X, K, Ku) trigger alerts.

Interpreting Detected Signals

Understanding visual and audio indicators for detected signals.

Signal Detection and Displays

Visual Indicators for Detected Signals

Displays for radar, safety alert, laser, and RDD signals.

Understanding Alerts and Signals

Instant-On Detection Explained

How the detector handles sudden, high-strength speed signals.

Responding to Alerts

Radar and Laser Technology

Radar, RDD, and Safety Alert Systems

Overview of radar, RDD, and Safety Alert technologies and their functions.

LIDAR Technology and Maintenance

LIDAR (Laser) Operation Details

How LIDAR works, its limitations, and common questions.

Detector Maintenance

Radar Detector Maintenance Guide

Basic troubleshooting and maintenance for the radar detector.

Warranty and Product Service

Limited 1-Year Warranty Terms

Details of the product's warranty coverage and exclusions.

Product Service and Repair

Instructions for obtaining factory service and warranty repairs.

Customer Assistance and Accessories

Optional Accessories Information

Details on available accessories and how to order them.