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Kustom Signals Golden Eagle II - User Manual

Kustom Signals Golden Eagle II
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Golden
Eagle
®
II
Traffic Safety Radar
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
P/N 006-0815-10
REV. 7
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Summary

Introduction

Specifications

General Specifications

Details general type, frequency, tuning forks, band selection, system accuracy, and voltage requirements.

Operational Specifications

Describes speed processor, operational processor, manual test, and automatic self-test features.

Inspection and Mounting

Initial Inspection and Materials Supplied

Procedures for inspecting the unit for damage and listing supplied components.

Equipment Mounting Procedures

Details on mounting the auxiliary power receptacle and indicator unit.

Antenna Mounting and Setup

Instructions for mounting front and rear antennas and setting up the system.

Speedometer Pulse Cable Installation

Guide to connecting the speedometer pulse cable for Tru-Trak feature and auto mode switching.

Unit Description

Front Panel Controls and Displays

Explanation of the front panel layout, windows, and indicators (A-P).

Processing Unit Rear Panel Connectors

Details the various connectors on the rear panel of the processing unit.

Remote Control Operation

Description of the remote control layout and its functions.

General Theory of Operation

Radar Principles and Operating Modes

Explains Doppler principles, groundspeed, target speed, and different operating modes.

Microwave RF Emissions Safety

Discusses RF emission levels and safety standards for traffic radar.

Testing Procedures

Overview and Power On Test

Details the importance of tuning fork tests and the power-on self-test sequence.

Antenna, Self-Test, and Manual Test

Procedures for antenna testing, automatic self-tests, and manual diagnostic tests.

Tuning Fork Testing Procedures

Guides on performing tuning fork tests for stationary and moving modes.

Stationary & Opposite Direction Tuning

Detailed steps for tuning fork tests in stationary and moving opposite direction modes.

Same Direction Tuning Fork Test

Steps for performing tuning fork tests in the same direction moving mode.

Moving Mode and Speedometer Synchronization

Procedures for moving mode accuracy verification and speedometer input synchronization.

System Operation

Operating Modes Overview

Lists and briefly describes the 7 different operating modes of the radar system.

System Setup and Audio Adjustment

Guide to selecting a location, adjusting audio levels, and toggling squelched/unsquelched audio.

Range Control and Fan Interference Filter

Instructions for setting range and managing the fan interference filter.

Stationary Operation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for operating the radar in stationary mode.

Fastest Vehicle Detection (Stationary)

How to use the fastest vehicle mode in stationary operation.

Moving Operation (Opposite Direction)

Procedure for operating in moving mode, opposite direction, including setting minimum patrol speed.

Fastest Vehicle Detection (Moving)

How to use the fastest vehicle mode in moving operation.

Moving Operation (Same Direction)

Procedure for operating in moving mode, same direction, including SLOWER switch use.

Stopwatch Mode Operation

Detailed instructions for using the stopwatch mode to measure speed and time.

Speedometer Pulse and Auto Mode Switching

Explains speedometer pulse operation and Automatic Mode Switching (AMS).

Smart Patrol Search (SPS) Operation

Details the Smart Patrol Search software routines for reducing shadowing and combining.

Fan Interference Filter and Maintenance Mode

How to set the fan interference filter and access maintenance mode.

Interference

Overview and Natural Influences

Discusses external influences affecting radar operation and natural interference sources.

Man-Made Interference Sources

Details man-made interference like shadowing, combined speeds, RFI, and fan noise.

Groundspeed Measurement and Verification

Explains groundspeed requirements and operator responsibility for tracking history.

Ground Speed Settings and Environmental Effects

Covers selectable ground speed settings and effects of weather on radar operation.

Recommended Care and Maintenance

Cleaning and General Care

Guidelines for cleaning the radar unit, avoiding high pressure spray, and handling components.

Maintenance and Cable Care

Discusses periodic maintenance, antenna cable issues, and receiver diode degradation.

Case Law and Legal Precedents

Legal Cases on Radar Accuracy and Operation

Summarizes landmark legal cases related to Doppler radar accuracy and operator training.

FCC Licensing and Regulations

FCC Transmitter Rules Amendments

Explains FCC amendments regarding transmitter power measurement and specifications.

FCC Licensing Requirements for Radar Devices

Details the elimination of separate authorization for radar speed detection devices.

Troubleshooting Guide

No Power and Test Cycle Errors

Solutions for issues like no power indication or incomplete test cycles showing error messages.

Tuning Fork Test Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for no target speeds or no patrol speed during tuning fork tests.

Stationary Mode and Speedometer Input Issues

Solutions for no target readings in stationary mode and speedometer input synchronization problems.

Moving Mode and Short Range Issues

Troubleshooting for no target readings in moving mode and short range problems.

Speedometer Input and Obstruction Issues

Troubleshooting speedometer input synchronization and target obstruction issues.

Moving Mode, Fan Interference, and Intermittent Readings

Troubleshooting moving mode, fan interference, and intermittent readings.

Fan Interference and Short Range Troubleshooting

Addresses fan interference and short range issues, including electrical influences.

System Options Configuration

Available Options and Settings

Lists adjustable parameters like auto unlock, alarm, serial output, and speed units.

Option Descriptions: Unlocking, Alarms, and Output

Detailed descriptions of automatic unlocking, auto alarm/lock, and serial output options.

Option Descriptions: Fastest Operation and Speed Units

Explains fastest operation modes and setting speed display units (MPH/km/h).

Options Setup Examples

Provides examples and instructions for setting and making permanent unit options.

Attestation of Conformity

CE Certification of Conformity

Certificate confirming compliance with European CE standards for the radar unit.

AS;NZ Certification of Conformity

Certificate confirming compliance with Australian/New Zealand standards for the radar unit.

Kustom Signals Golden Eagle II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Accuracy+/- 1 mph (+/- 1.6 km/h)
Operating Frequency24.150 GHz
RangeUp to 1 mile (1.6 km)
Operating Voltage10.5 - 16 VDC
Operating Temperature-30°C to +60°C

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