Installation
Range and Radar Placement
The range or targeting distance of the radar is influenced by how it’s mounted in the police
vehicle. Heater fans are moving targets and can be detected if energy from the antenna is
reflected toward the fan. The best solution to this problem is to find a location that
minimizes this effect. To determine this location, place the unit in stationary mode, turn the
volume up and open the squelch. This enables any target or interference to be heard. If
changing fan speeds alters the audio signal, the fan is being picked up in that mounting
position; try to find a different location. Dropping the fan speed may also assist. Reducing
the range setting of the radar is another option. If you have persistent problems with fan pick
up, call the factory for suggestions specific to your particular police vehicle.
Power Source
Cigarette lighter receptacles have been the traditional source of power for traffic radar.
However, poor grounding, electronic ignition bleed over, and alternator noise can combine
to create an unacceptably high level of ambient electronic interference. In some instances, an
unusually noisy vehicle ignition/alternator can result in spurious readings and/or reduce the
targeting range of the BEE III.
To combat this it’s recommended that a shielded cable be run directly from the battery to an
auxiliary receptacle within the police vehicle. This should effectively eliminate any power
source problems.
Fuse Replacement
BEE IIIs are shipped with a fused cigarette lighter plug. The fuse is housed inside the tip of
the plug. (See arrow in below illustration.) To remove fuse: unscrew and remove the tip and
the fuse. Replacement fuses should be commonly available 2 Amp, AGC type fuses. Higher
Amperage fuses are not recommended and may violate the manufacturer’s warranty.
5
To Next Page
Loading...