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Whistler SRT-30R User Manual

Whistler SRT-30R
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OWNER’S MANUAL
SRT-30R
SRT-35R
Total Band Protection
LASER-RADAR
DETECTOR
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters
13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927
Whistler Customer Return Center
1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004
www
.
whistler
gr
oup
.com
P/N 205031,
©
Whistler 2005
If you have questions concerning the operation
of this Whistler product please call:
CuSTOmer SeRVICE
1-800-531-0004
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit our website
www.whistlergroup.com
Please keep the receipt in a safe place.
You may register your product online
at
www.whistlergroup.com. For warranty
verification purposes, a copy of your dated
store receipt must still accompany any unit
sent in for warranty work. If the unit is
returned without a dated store receipt an
out of warranty service charge applies.
Note: Your warranty period begins at the
time of purchase. The warranty is
validated
only by the dated store receipt!
Now is the time to record the serial
number of the unit in the space provided in
the warranty section of the manual.
INTRODUCTION
Dear Whistler Owner,
For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation.
It can be a mobile office, communications or entertain-
ment center, or simply an expression of our personality.
Whistler products are designed to make the time you
spend in your vehicle more productive, more fulfilling,
safer, or just simply more fun. Our mission is to provide
products that improve your driving experience.
Our new units offer, not only bold new styling , but many
other featur
es not found on other detectors at any price.
We start with Total Band Protection
and added top-of-the
line features such as:
7 Segment Icon Display (SRT 35R Only) with
Signal Strength Indicator
that shows the strength of the signal being detected.
City Modes reduce the annoyance of false alerts
typically encountered in urban driving areas.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your
Whistler and to better understand the differences between
detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we r
ecom
-
mend reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on
our website www.
whistlergroup.com
Enjoy your Whistler and please drive safely
.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.
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Whistler SRT-30R Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWhistler
ModelSRT-30R
CategoryRadar Detector
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Feature Descriptions

Bracket Release Button

Provides quick and easy release of the mounting bracket.

Speaker

Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2.

Mounting Bracket Location

Slot holds mounting bracket firmly.

Radar Antenna

Compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.

Front Laser Antenna

High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity for laser detection.

Rear Laser Antenna

Integrated optical waveguide for superior detection of laser signals from behind.

City Button

Reduces annoyance of false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.

Quiet Button

Engages Auto Quiet Mode or silences audio alerts during a radar/laser encounter.

Power / Volume Control

Turns unit on/off and adjusts audio level.

Volume Up/Down Buttons

Adjust audio volume up or down in seven steps.

LED Display

Indicator lights help determine radar source and distance.

7 Segment Icon Display

Combines icon display with digital display showing signal strength and band.

VG-2/Laser Indicator

Shows the unit is receiving VG-2 or laser signals.

X-band Indicator

Shows the unit is receiving an X-band signal.

K-band Indicator

Shows the unit is receiving a K-band signal.

Ka-band Indicator

Shows the unit is receiving a Ka-band signal.

H - Highway Mode

Indicator that the unit is in Highway mode.

C - City Indicator

Indicator that the unit is operating in city mode.

Signal Strength Indicator

Shows the strength of the signal being detected.

Power On Indicator

Shows that the unit is receiving power.

K/Ka-band Indicator

Shows reception of K or Ka band signal; flashes for Ka band.

V - VG-2 Signal Indicator

Shows that the unit is receiving a VG-2 signal.

VG-2 Button

Engages VG-2 detection mode (SRT 30R Only).

Total Band Protection™

Feature for complete band coverage detecting laser, radar, VG-2 and safety radar.

Installation

Mounting Guidelines

Guidelines for mounting the unit in the vehicle for optimal performance and safety.

Windshield Mounting

Instructions for attaching the mounting bracket to the windshield.

Power Connection

Steps for connecting the power cord to the unit and vehicle.

Fuse Replacement

Procedure for replacing the fuse located in the power cord plug.

Operation

Power On and Self Test

Describes the automatic self-test sequence upon powering the unit on.

Audio Level Adjustment

How to adjust the audio volume levels for alerts.

Feature Engaged Confirmation

Explains the audible confirmation beeps for feature activation/deactivation.

Self Test Mute

How to cancel the self-test audio sequence.

Setting Saver

Details the feature that saves personalized settings.

Auto Quiet Mode

Enables an alternate alert pattern that reduces audio after initial warning.

Quiet Mode

Cancels audio alerts during an alert and any new alerts within 20 seconds.

City Mode

Reduces annoyance of false alerts from devices sharing frequencies with police radar.

City/City 1/City 2 Mode

Three-stage city mode to reduce false alerts, adjusting sensitivity.

Highway Mode

Provides full audio warnings for all detected radar and laser signals.

Dim/Dark Mode

Reduces display illumination to Dim or Dark settings.

Engaging/Disengaging VG-2

Instructions on how to turn the VG-2 detection mode on and off.

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

Automatically shuts off the detector after 6 hours of inactivity.

Stay Alert Feature

Tests driver alertness by requiring button presses within a time limit.

Laser/Radar Alerts

Laser Audio / Visual Alerts

Describes the audio and visual signals for laser detection.

Laser Tips

Advice on responding to laser alerts for maximum effectiveness.

Pulse Protection®

Explains detection of 'instant-on' radar signals and associated alerts.

Safety Warning System/Audio/Visual Alerts

Describes the alerts provided for the Safety Warning System (SWS).

VG-2 Alerts

VG-2 Detection Mode

How to enable VG-2 detection mode to identify radar detector detector signals.

Troubleshooting Guide

Reset Features

Procedure to reset all user-selectable features to factory default settings.

Problem: No Display or Audio

Troubleshooting steps for units with no display or audio output.

Problem: Audio Alerts Not Loud Enough

Solutions for insufficient audio alert volume.

Problem: Unit Alarms with Vehicle Accessories

Diagnosing and resolving false alarms caused by vehicle electrical accessories.

Problem: Unit Alarms on Bumps

Troubleshooting steps for alarms triggered by vehicle bumps.

Problem: Laser Alert When Accelerating

Potential causes and solutions for laser alerts during acceleration.

Care & Maintenance

Legal and Regulatory Information

Are Detectors Legal?

Information on the legality of radar and laser detector use by state.

FCC Information

Details compliance with FCC rules and conditions for operation.

Speed Facts

Radar Facts

Explanation of how radar guns operate and the frequencies they use.

Laser Facts

Explanation of how laser guns operate and their targeting capabilities.

Other Speed Detection Systems

Details on speed measurement techniques other than radar or laser.

Warranty Information

Consumer Warranty

Details the one-year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

Service Under Warranty

Instructions for returning units for repair or service under warranty.

Service Out of Warranty

Information and costs for repairs when the unit is out of warranty.

Customer Service

Contact information for customer support and service inquiries.

Specifications

Accessories

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