Cobra SPX 5400 - User Manual

Important Information and
Customer Assistance
Introduction
English
Important Information
•
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
•
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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6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA
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Customer Assistance
SPX 5400
14 BAND
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ULTRA-HIGH PERFORMANCE
DIGITAL RADAR/LASER DETECTOR
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Operating Instructions
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Summary

Introduction to Cobra Products

Important Information and Safety

Details legal aspects, safety alerts, and safe driving practices related to radar detector use.

Customer Assistance Services

Installation Guide

Mounting the Detector

Guidance on optimal placement for windshield or dashboard mounting for best performance.

Getting Started

Powering On and Volume Adjustment

Instructions on how to turn on the detector and adjust the audio volume.

Detector Settings

Highway and City Mode Adjustment

Adjusting the detector for urban or highway driving to reduce false alerts.

Alert Management Settings

Muting and Auto Mute Modes

IntelliMute Operation

IntelliMute Advanced Settings

IntelliMute Usage and Activation Point Setup

Understanding IntelliMute and how to set the engine RPM activation point for personalized muting.

Advanced Detector Settings

IntelliMute Pro Functionality

RDD Detection Settings

Radar and Pop Alert Configuration

Radar Band Alert Settings

Pop Mode Radar Gun Detection

Signal Detection and Alerts

Interpreting Signal Indicators

Understanding Detection Alerts

Instant-On Alert Interpretation

Warranty and Service Information

Limited 1-Year Product Warranty

Details warranty coverage, exclusions, and rights for products purchased in the USA.

Product Service and Repair Process

Instructions for obtaining factory service, including shipping and required documentation.

Cobra SPX 5400 Specifications

General

Laser Detection	Yes
LaserEye	Yes
Signal Strength Meter	Yes
Voice Alerts	Yes
City/Highway Modes	Yes
False Alert Filtering	Yes
Power Source	12V DC
Bands Detected	X, K, Ka