Whistler XTR-558 - User Manual

XTR-558 Owner’s Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters
3604 NW Frontage Rd. • Bentonville, AR 72712
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927
Customer Return Center
551 N. 13th St. • Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004
www.whistlergroup.com
P/N 260029, ©
2010 The Whistler Group, Inc.
XTR-558
Total Band Protection
™
LASER-RADAR
DETECTOR
Dear Whistler Customer,
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 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!
Please record the serial number of the
unit in the space provided in the warranty section of
the manual.
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your
Whistler Detector and to better understand the
differences between detecting radar, laser and safety
radar signals, we recommend reading this entire
manual or visiting our FAQ page on our website
www.whistlergroup.com
Enjoy your Whistler Detector and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
The Whistler Group, Inc.
Model Features Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 - 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 - 7
• Mounting Guidelines 5
• Windshield Mounting 5-6
• Power Connection and Fuse Replacement 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 - 14
•
Power On Self Test & Volume 8
• Dim/Dark Mode 8
• Setting Saver 8
• Feature Engaged Confirmation 8
• Integrated Real Voice
®
9
• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode 9
• Audio Level Adjustment 9
• City/City 1/ City 2 Mode 10
• Highway Mode 10
• Alert Periscopes 11
• VG-2 Mode 11
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode 11
• Filter Mode 12
• Teach/Tutorial Mode 12
• Option Select Mode 13
• Stay Alert Feature 14
Safety Warning System
™
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
POP
™
Mode Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Laser/Radar Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
15
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts 15
• Pulse Protection
®
15
VG-2 Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
• Alert Priority 16
Reset Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Tr
oubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Are Detectors Legal? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Speed Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 - 23
• Radar Facts 20
• POP
™
Mode 21
• Laser Facts 21-22
• Other Speed Detection Systems 22
• Radar Detector Detectors 22 - 23
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 - 26
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
WHISTLER FEATURES
3
Feature Listings of XTR-558
4
5
3
13
2
11
7
12
8
9
6
1
10
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides
a new level of operating convenience. Special features
include:
1. Bracket Release Button – provides quick
and easy release of the mounting bracket.
2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings
for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and
VG-2.
3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holds
mounting bracket firmly.
4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency
antenna receives radar signals.
5. Front Laser – high gain optical lens provides
increased sensitivity and field of view for
leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser – an integrated optical
waveguide provides superior detection of
laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of
false alerts typically encountered in urban
driving areas.
8. Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a
signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode
which automatically reduces the audio level after
the initial warning to a low audio level setting.
Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter
silences audio alerts, while allowing visual
alerts to keep you informed.
9. Power / Volume Control – turns unit on/off
and adjusts audio level.
10. Dim / Dark - engages Dim/Dark modes.
11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
12. Text Display - provides distinct visual
confirmation of signals detected, signal
strength, and indicates engaged modes of
operation.
13. Alert Periscopes - provide added
visual alerts of threats ahead.
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
4
Mounting Guidelines
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the
center of the windshield.
• Do not mount the unit behind wipers,
ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These
obstructions have metal surfaces which can
affect radar and laser signals and reduce
critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass
does not affect reception).
• Some windshields have an Instaclear
™
or
Electriclear
™
type coating, which affect radar
signals. Consult your dealer or the owner’s
manual supplied with your vehicle to determine
if your windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with the
windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the
unit when not in use.
Windshield Mounting
• Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper
onto the bracket by fitting them into their holes.
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the
location you have chosen.
INSTALLATION
5
Rubber Bumper

Summary

Installation

Mounting Guidelines

Advises on optimal placement of the detector on the windshield, avoiding obstructions and ensuring proper visibility.

Windshield Mounting

Provides instructions for attaching the mounting bracket and detector to the vehicle's windshield using suction cups.

Power Cord Connection

Explains how to connect the power cord to the unit and the vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.

Fuse Replacement

Details the procedure for replacing the fuse located in the cigarette lighter plug.

Operation

Quiet Mode

Auto Quiet Mode

City Modes

Describes City, City 1, and City 2 modes for reducing false alerts from non-police radar sources.

Highway Mode

VG-2 Mode

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

Filter Mode

Option Select Mode

Stay Alert Feature

Describes the alertness test designed to promote driver awareness and prevent drowsy driving.

POP Mode Alerts

Laser;Radar Alerts

Covers audio/visual alerts for speed radar, laser signals, and Pulse Protection (instant-on radar).

VG-2 Alerts

Reset Features

Details how to reset all user-customized features back to their factory default settings.

Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

Addresses issues like no display/audio, false alarms from bumps, and insufficient audio volume.

Legal and Regulatory Information

Detector Legality

Summarizes the legality of radar detectors in most US states and restrictions for heavy vehicles.

Speed Monitoring

Radar Facts

POP Mode

Laser Facts

Laser Tips

Radar Detector Detectors (VG-2, Spectre)

Explains Radar Detector Detectors (RDDs) like VG-2 and Spectre used to identify radar detector-equipped vehicles.

Warranty Information

Consumer Warranty

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

Service Under Warranty

Outlines the procedure for returning units for warranty repair, including required documentation.

Service Out of Warranty

Specifications

Whistler XTR-558 Specifications

General

Brand	Whistler
Model	XTR-558
Type	Radar Detector
Laser Detection	Yes
POP Mode Detection	Yes
City/Highway Modes	Yes
Safety Warning System (SWS)	Yes
Display Type	Digital
Voice Alerts	Yes
AutoMute	Yes
Power Source	12V DC
Detection Bands	X, K, Ka
False Alert Filtering	Yes
Modes	City, Highway