Cobra SPX955

Important Information
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.
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SPX955
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ULTRA-HIGH PERFORMANCE
DIGITAL RADAR/LASER DETECTOR
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Operating Instructions
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Cobra SPX955 Specifications

General

Brand	Cobra
Model	SPX955
Type	Radar Detector
Bands Detected	X, K, Ka, Laser
LaserEye	Yes
City/Highway Modes	Yes
Power Source	12V DC
Mounting Type	Windshield
False Alert Filter	Yes
Voice Alerts	Yes
GPS	No
Red Light and Speed Camera Alerts	No
Bluetooth	No

Summary

Controls, Indicators, and Connections

Display and Product Features

Installation Guide

Windshield Mounting Procedure

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

Dashboard Mounting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the detector on a dashboard.

Getting Started

Powering On and Adjusting Volume

Instructions on turning on the unit and setting audio volume levels.

Settings Overview

HighwayCity Mode Selection

Guides on switching between Highway and City modes to reduce false alerts.

Muting and IntelliMute Features

IntelliMute Operation

Explains IntelliMute's RPM-sensing mute function for reducing false alerts.

IntelliMute Activation and Settings

Setting the IntelliMute Activation Point

Step-by-step guide to setting the engine RPM activation point for IntelliMute.

Advanced Settings

IntelliMute Pro Functionality

Details on IntelliMute Pro for preventing RDD detection at low speeds.

VG-2 and Spectre RDD Alert Settings

Radar and Pop Alert Configuration

Radar Band Alert Settings (X, K, Ku)

Pop Alert Mode Settings

Configuration for Pop Mode Radar Gun alerts.

Detection Information

Signal Detection Types

Explains how different signals (radar, laser, POP) are indicated.

Instant-On Detection

Instant-On Signal Alerts

Describes detection of sudden speed monitoring signals.

Interpreting Alert Tones

Specifications

Band and Frequencies Table

Lists operating frequencies for various radar and RDD bands.

Warranty Information

Limited 1-Year Warranty Terms

Details the warranty coverage, exclusions, and limitations.

Product Service and Support

Contacting Cobra for Support

Instructions on how to get product questions answered and service.

Returning Products for Service