Whistler Radar Detector XTR 220 User Manual

Model Features Summary........................ 2 - 3  
Installation............................................... 4 - 5  
• Mounting Guidelines................................... 4  
• Windshield Mounting.................................. 4 - 5  
• Power Connection and Fuse Replacement..5  
Operation................................................ 6 - 13  
• Power On and Self-Test................................6  
• Remote Control Operation.......................... 6  
• Replacing the Remote Battery..................... 7  
• Setting Saver.................................................7  
• Feature Engaged Confirmation....................7  
• Audio Level Adjustment..............................7  
• Integrated Real Voice® ...................................7  
• Auto Quiet Mode..........................................8  
• Quiet Mode...................................................8  
• City/City 1/ City 2 Mode............................8 - 9  
• Highway Mode.............................................10  
• Dim/Dark Mode.......................................... 10  
Teach/Tutorial Mode....................................10  
• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2...................... 11  
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode.........................11  
• Option Select Mode (XTR-520 only)............12  
• Stay Alert Feature.........................................13  
POPMode Alerts................................... 14  
Safety Warning System.......................... 14  
Laser/Radar Alerts................................... 14 - 15  
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts...............14  
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts...........................14  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
Dear Whistler Owner,  
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  
XTR-220/520  
Total Band Protection  
LASER-RADAR  
DETECTOR  
www.whistlergroup.com  
Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may regis-  
ter 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.  
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The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters  
13016 N. Walton Blvd. • Bentonville, AR 72712  
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927  
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• Pulse Protection ...........................................15  
VG-2 Alerts.............................................. 15  
• Alert Priority.................................................16  
• Reset Features...............................................16  
Troubleshooting Guide............................ 17  
Care and Maintenance.............................18  
Are Detectors Legal?...............................18  
FCC Information.......................................19  
Speed Monitoring....................................19 - 22  
• Radar Facts................................................... 20  
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your  
Whistler laser radar detector we recommend reading  
this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our web-  
Customer Return Center  
1201 N. Dixieland Rd. • Rogers, AR 72756  
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004  
www.whistlergroup.com  
Enjoy your Whistler and please drive safely.  
Sincerely,  
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2006 The Whistler Group, Inc.  
• POP Mode...................................................20  
The Whistler Group, Inc.  
Total Band Protection ................................. 20  
• Laser Facts.................................................... 21  
• Other Speed Detection Systems.................22  
Warranty Information...............................22 - 25  
Specifications...........................................25  
Accessories.............................................. 26  
 
INSTALLATION  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
Power On and Self-Test  
Replacing the Remote Battery  
The remote control is powered by a 3 volt coin  
type cell, model CR 2032. However, all batteries  
eventually need replacing. When the time comes,  
follow these steps:  
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on,  
an automatic self-test sequence confirms that  
the speaker and visual displays are functional.  
• Press Power. Display shows (XTR-520 only) in order:  
1. WHISTLER 2. X-band 3. K-band 4. Ka-band  
5. LASER 6. SR ON 7. VG2 OFF 8. B SVR ON  
9. POP ON 10. HWY  
Windshield Mounting (Cont.)  
If the detector is removed, this may cause blis-  
tering of the dash in some vehicles.  
• Slide the detector onto the bracket until it  
locks into place.  
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by  
bending the windshield bracket. Press the  
bracket release button and remove the  
detector before bending.  
• Remove the Phillips head screw located at the  
bottom back side of the remote.  
• Separate the two halves of the plastic case  
• Gently lift out the PC board as the battery is  
located opposite the buttons.  
• Display indicators will light in same order for  
XTR-220.  
• The battery should slide out from its holder. Make  
note of the correct polarity. Positive (+) is facing  
away from the PC board.  
Remote Control Operation  
The remote packaged with this unit transmits via  
Infrared or IR, the same as most TV remote con-  
trols. The remotes 6 button can change the  
units features and controls. The transmit range is  
approximately 4 feet, which is sufficient for the  
majority of vehicles.  
• Insert the new battery, being mindful of the  
correct polarity.  
• Reassemble the reverse of disassembly  
Power Connection  
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the  
units power jack.  
Setting Saver  
Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so  
that when the detector is turned off and then on  
again, you do not have to re-enter them.  
• Plug the large end into the vehicles cigarette  
lighter.  
NOTE: Cord fits tightly into detector. When  
installing the cord, expect some resistance.  
The remote is already programmed into the  
radar detector so no additional programming is  
necessary. If a replacement remote is necessary  
(from being lost or damaged), the new remote is  
“XTR ready”  
The feature buttons on the remote duplicate  
those found on the laser-radar detector itself  
and in case of the XTR-220 more than what the  
unit can do on its own.  
Feature Engaged Confirmation  
Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms  
feature “on”, two beeps confirm feature “off”.  
Fuse Replacement  
The lighter socket plug is equipped with a  
replaceable 2 amp 3AG fuse located behind the  
silver tip. To replace the fuse, carefully unscrew  
the tip of the plug.  
Audio Level Adjustment  
The audio levels can be adjusted high to low or  
low to high two ways:  
1. Press and hold the PWR/VOL ( VOL on XTR-  
520) button and the volume level will increase  
(Level 7) then proceed to lower the volume  
(Level 0). Continuing to hold this button will  
repeat the sequence. As audio level is adjusted,  
beeps are provided and the display indicates  
volume level.  
IMPORTANT: Unscrew slowly. The tip contains  
a spring which may fly out when disassem-  
bling.  
Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on  
the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may  
loosen. Retighten occasionally.  
The remote utilizes a common coin cell battery  
CR 2032 which is available at most retail outlets.  
This battery should provide similar battery life as  
a vehicles keyless entry remotes and home  
remote controls  
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket  
plug carefully when replacing the 2  
amp fuse.  
2. Press either VOL UP or VOL DOWN on the  
remote control.  
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OPERATION  
When selected, Real Voice® will be used to artic-  
ulate the following:  
1. Band Identification  
2. Safety Warning System messages  
3. Feature Selection  
OPERATION  
OPERATION  
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Integrated Real Voice (XTR-520 only)  
NOTE: On model XTR-220, City, Highway and  
Dim/Dark modes are only engaged via the  
remote control.  
Highway Mode  
Highway mode provides full audio warnings any  
time radar (X, K, Ka, Safety Radar) or laser sig-  
nals are detected, and is recommended for open  
road driving.  
For more information on City and Highway mode,  
please visit our FAQ page on our website:  
www.whistlergroup.com  
City/City 1/City 2 Mode  
Whistlers Three Stage City Mode is designed to  
reduce the annoyance of automatic door open-  
ers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share fre-  
quencies with police radar. Generally X band is  
used for these devices.  
NOTE: In certain cases the voice message does  
not replicate the text message.  
Auto Quiet Mode  
Dim/Dark Mode  
• Press City to cancel Highway mode and engage City.  
• Press City a second time engages City 1.  
• Press City a third time engages City 2.  
• Pressing City a fourth time cancels City Modes and  
returns the unit to Highway Mode.  
Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to  
level (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar  
or safety radar signal is detected. The alert for  
any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at  
level (1). Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or  
laser alerts.  
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the  
display.  
Press and hold Power for 2 seconds to reduce  
illumination to a Dim setting.  
Pressing and holding the power button for 2  
seconds a second time engages Dark Mode.  
The display illumination is further reduced.  
Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In  
Dark Mode, the display goes dark for as long as  
a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds  
after, then the display returns to the dimmer set-  
ting.  
Pressing and holding the power button a  
third time restores full illumination to the  
display.  
Press the DIM button on the remote to select  
display illumination.  
In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signal give  
an initial alarm of two beeps, and then remains  
quiet unless the signal becomes very strong.  
When the signal strength increases, two additional  
beeps are provided.  
• Press Quiet/Menu (before a signal is detected)  
to engage Auto Quiet.  
• Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you  
may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet.  
• Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to  
cancel Auto Quiet mode.  
City 1 and CIty 2 Modes operate the same as  
Highway Mode, but in City 1 Mode, only the X  
band sensitivity is lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-  
band is not detected.  
Quiet Mode  
Quiet cancels audio during an alert and any new  
alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds,  
approximately 2 beeps are provided on any  
new alert and unit then remains quiet.  
CAUTION: Some towns/small cities may still be  
using X band radar. If Auto Quiet is engaged in  
City 1 or City 2 modes and the unit receives a  
strong radar signal, the unit performs the Auto  
Quiet feature. City Modes do not change the  
audio alert for laser or VG-2.  
Teach/Tutorial Mode (XTR-520 Only)  
Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal.  
• Press City and Quiet simultaneously and  
release.  
• Press Quiet to cancel the audio.  
• Press Quiet a second time during an alert to  
restore the standard audio alert pattern; or  
turn the unit off, then on.  
• Press Power to exit.  
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OP ERATION  
OP ERATION  
OP ERATION  
Stay Alert Feature  
Engaging/Disengaging VG-2  
Option Select Mode (XTR-520 Only)  
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a dri-  
vers alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarm-  
ing) :  
• Press and hold City for approximately 2  
seconds. Release button during or immediately  
after the alert is given.  
XTR-520: See option select mode to turn this  
Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize  
options such as Tone Select, Abbreviated Power Up  
Sequence and VG-2 Mode. Press and hold quiet but-  
ton to enter Select mode. When selecting options,  
feature on.  
XTR-220: Press and hold the quiet button. Unit  
beeps once for VG-2 on, twice for off. The “V”  
icon will illuminate when engaged.  
the,  
or  
quiet musted be pressed within 20 seconds  
or options mode will automatically be exited. To enter:  
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 alert is  
sounded. After 3 seconds the audio is cancelled  
and the VG-2 indicator flashes at a slower rate.  
This cycle is repeated if the VG-2 signal is again  
detected.  
—XTR-520 only: Display shows:  
XTR-520 Chart  
Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded;  
to show alertness, the driver must press either  
the City, Volume, or Quiet buttons within 3-5  
seconds. If a button is pressed within 3-5  
seconds, the cycle is repeated.  
If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds  
alarm sounds and the display shows:  
—XTR-220 only: The “H” or “C” will flash  
indicating Stay Alert is activated.  
Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded;  
to show alertness, the driver must press either  
the Volume, City or Quiet button within 3-5  
seconds.  
Press:  
Quiet  
Display  
Reads:  
To Change: Option:  
1st Time  
TONE 3  
= YES Tone 1, 2, 3  
= NO (3 different X, K, Ka  
Patterns)  
During the period a VG-2 signal is detected, a  
radar signal cannot be detected. However,  
because the VG-2 alert has confirmed that a  
patrol car is nearby, you are already aware of the  
potential for speed monitoring and can adjust  
your speed accordingly. Laser detection is not  
affected while a VG-2 signal is detected.  
2nd Time  
TEST YES  
= ON X, K, Ka Audio  
= OFF tones 1 beep  
during Power Up  
3rd Time  
4th Time  
5th Time  
6th Time  
7th Time  
VG-2 OFF  
SR ON  
= ON Turns VG-2 On  
= OFF Turns VG-2 Off  
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode  
= ON Turns Safety Radar  
= OFF On  
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically  
shuts off your detector if you forget to turn it off. The  
timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged  
or any button is pressed before the timer has  
expired. The detector will alert you with an audible  
and visual warning before it shuts off.  
If the button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the  
cycle is repeated. If a button was not pressed within  
3-5 seconds, alarm sounds and the display will  
flash all LEDs.  
VOICE ON  
POP ON  
B SVR ON  
= ON Real Voice  
= OFF Engaged  
= ON POP On  
= OFF POP Off  
• Press Power to exit for both models.  
During this warning you can reset the unit by  
pressing any button. This will reset the timer.  
If the unit has automatically turned itself off, press the  
Power button to turn the unit back on. You can man-  
ually engage the Vehicle Battery Saver Mode by  
pressing and holding the City button until one  
beep is heard. (XTR-520 Only)  
Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions for  
deactivating battery saver mode feature (XTR-520  
Only). XTR-220 Timer = 6hrs XTR-520 Timer = 3hrs  
= ON Battery Saver On  
= OFF Battery Saver Off  
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a sub-  
stitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate a  
vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended periods of  
vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks.  
Improper reliance on the Stay Alert feature may  
result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death.  
NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE  
DROWSY.  
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POP MODE ALERTS  
LASER/RADAR ALERTS  
VG-2 ALERTS  
POPMode Alerts  
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Alert Priority  
Pulse Protection  
Because POPMode travels on regular radar band-  
width, there is no particular alert for POPMode  
transmissions. POPMode alerts will be displayed as  
a regular radar alert.  
When two or more signals are received at the  
same time, the alert priority is:  
Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult to  
detect than conventional radar because it  
remains ‘off’ until activated to measure the speed  
of a targeted vehicle.  
When a pulse type transmission is detected, your  
Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second  
audio warning and:  
Model XTR-520 displays:  
Model XTR-220 displays:  
After the 3-second pulse alert, the standard alert  
pattern continues for as long as the signal is  
present.  
It is important to respond promptly to a pulse  
alert, since warning time may be minimal.  
1. Laser  
2. VG-2  
3. Speed Radar  
4. Safety Radar  
Safety Warning System  
In communities where transmitters are located,  
the Safety Warning Systemdisplays over 60 text  
messages. When Safety Radar is detected the  
audio alert is geiger counter-like.  
Example:  
If X band is alerting, then suddenly VG-2 is  
detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X  
band alert.  
Safety Warning System Text (XTR-520 Only)  
Reset Features  
Example: Poor - Road - Surface.  
All user features can be reset to factory settings.  
XTR-220 Model displays a S.to indicate  
• Unplug Power Cord from unit.  
• Press and hold Power and Quiet.  
• Plug Power Cord into unit.  
• Wait for 2 beeps.  
• Release Power and Quiet buttons.  
Unit is now reset.  
a SWSmessage has been received.  
NOTE: Not all areas have Safety Warning  
VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts  
NOTE: You must turn this feature on before it  
will detect VG-2.  
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector ‘hides’ its  
own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by  
the VG-2.  
Every 30 seconds, the detector checks for a VG-2  
signal. If a VG-2 signal is still present, the unit  
continues to hide and repeats the VG-2 alert. If no  
signal is detected, two beeps are provided, indicat-  
ing an ‘all clear’ condition. During VG-2 Alert X, K,  
and Ka band signals cannot be received (Reference  
page 19 for VG-2 information).  
System transmitters.  
LASER/RADAR ALERTS  
Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts  
When X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID and  
signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is  
continuous and has a geiger counter-like pat-  
tern. The faster the beep the closer or stronger  
the radar source.  
Default factory settings are:  
1. Audio to level (4).  
2. Display reads Highway. (XTR-520 only)  
’H’ illuminates on XTR-220  
3. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of  
display.  
4. Auto Quiet Mode OFF.  
5. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF.  
6. Safety ON.  
7. Vehicle Battery Saver ON.  
8. Full Power Up sequence.  
9. Default TONE 3.  
Laser Audio/Visual Alerts  
When a laser signal is detected the audio alert is con-  
tinuous for a minimum of 3 seconds.  
Model XTR-520 displays:  
The more “|||” the closer the laser source.  
NOTE: Having a radar detector capable of detecting  
the VG-2 may alert you to the presence of a speed  
trap. The newest tool Police have to detect radar  
detectors is called Spectre, as of this printing. Spectre  
can detect all undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detec-  
tors on the market.  
Model XTR-220 displays:  
10. POP ON  
11. Voice On (XTR-520 only)  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
CARE AND MAINTENANCE  
FCC INFORMATION  
Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered  
and designed to exacting quality standards to  
provide you with reliable, trouble-free operation.  
If your unit has been correctly installed following  
the guidelines in this manual, but is not operat-  
ing optimally, please refer to the troubleshoot-  
ing guide below.  
Care And Maintenance  
FCC ID HSXWH17  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions:  
During the summer months, avoid prolonged  
exposure to direct sunlight by removing your unit  
from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an  
extended period of time. Do not spray water,  
cleaners, or polishes directly onto the unit. The  
spray may penetrate through the openings and  
damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive  
cleaners on the units exterior.  
(1) This device many not cause harmful interference,  
and  
(2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause unde-  
sired operation.  
PROBLEM: No display or audio.  
Check fuse in Whistler plug; replace if necessary with  
a 2 amp 3AG type.  
IMPORTANT  
Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary.  
Make sure lighter socket is clean.  
FCC requirements state that changes or modifica-  
tions not expressly approved by Whistler could void  
the users authority to operate the equipment.  
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?  
In Most States YES!  
Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every state  
(with the exception of Virginia and Washington,  
D.C., which have local regulations restricting the  
use of radar receivers in any vehicle) when used  
in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.).  
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits  
bumps.  
SPEED MONITORING  
Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean.  
Check connections at both ends of power cord.  
Substitute another cord to determine if cord is  
defective. Return defective cord to the factory.  
Radar Detector Detectors (VG-2)  
The Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2, is a  
microwave receiver used by police to detect sig-  
nals radiated by the local oscillator of a radar  
detector. Because its purpose is to identify per-  
sons driving with radar detectors, the VG-2 is  
known as a ‘radar detector detector’.  
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when using vehicle  
electrical accessories (brakes, power mirrors,  
power windows, turn signals, horn, etc.).  
Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the Federal  
Highway Administration (FHWA) issued a regula-  
tion, effective January, 1994 which prohibits radar  
and laser detector use in these types of vehicles  
nationally. Prior to the FHWA regulation, laws  
existed in the state of New York restricting the  
use of radar detectors in trucks over 18,000 lbs.  
and in Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.  
Vehicles electrical system, including battery and  
alternator, may have electrical noise. Install a filter  
capacitor (470mfd. 25 volt or larger capacitance value)  
on the back of the lighter socket.  
The VG-2 is the primary tool used by the police  
to identify radar detector equipped vehicles. If  
caught, in a state where detectors are illegal,  
(see page 18), drivers risk losing their radar  
detector and receiving a fine. In addition,  
instant-on radar is almost always used in combina-  
tion with a VG-2, leaving unsuspecting motorists vul-  
nerable to receiving two tickets - one potentially  
for speeding, the other for possession of a  
detector.  
PROBLEM: Remote no longer controls the  
detector  
Make sure the remote is pointed at the front display.  
Possible weak or dead remote battery, replace battery.  
PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud enough.  
Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.  
Check audio level setting (see page 7).  
Having a radar detector capable of detecting  
the VG-2 may alert you to the presence of a speed  
trap. For more information on speed monitoring  
technologies, please visit our FAQ page on our  
website:  
If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by infor-  
mation in this Troubleshooting Guide, please call  
Whistler Customer Service at 1-800-531-0004 or  
visit our FAQ page at  
www.whistlergroup.com/faq-detectors.asp,  
before returning your unit for service.  
www.whistlergroup.com  
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SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
SPEED MONITORING  
NOTE: It is the responsibility of the individual  
radar detector owner to know and understand the  
laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of  
radar detectors.  
Other Speed Detection Systems  
Laser Facts  
Several techniques other than radar or laser are  
used to measure vehicle speeds. When these  
methods are being used, no detector can pro-  
vide a warning. These techniques include:  
• Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and  
matches your driving speed.  
Its well documented that many radar guns can-  
not reliably provide the speed of a targeted  
vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles. In  
contrast, a laser gun can target a specific vehicle  
out of a line of traffic and determine its speed.  
The advantage of laser over radar in terms of tar-  
get identification is the result of the laser guns  
narrow beam. A radar transmission can cover  
more than a four-lane highway at a distance of  
1,000 feet, compared with a laser transmission  
which covers about 3 feet at the same distance.  
For best protection, keep these points in mind:  
Radar Facts  
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio  
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off  
objects and are then picked up by the radar  
guns receiving section. When a radar beam  
reflects off a moving target, a measurable fre-  
quency shift occurs. The radar unit converts this shift  
into miles per hour to determine your vehicles  
speed. Currently, the FCC (Federal  
• Vascar/Aircraft - The time it takes a vehicle to  
travel a known distance is measured.  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Consumer Warranty  
This Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warranted  
to the original purchaser for a period of one year  
from the date of original purchase against all  
defects in materials and workmanship. This limit-  
ed warranty is void if the unit is abused, modified,  
installed improperly, if the housing has been  
removed, or if the serial number is missing. There are  
no express warranties covering this product other  
than those set forth in this warranty. All express or  
implied warranties for this product are limited to the  
above time. Whistler is not liable for damages  
arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this  
product.  
Because your vehicles license plate or  
headlights are the laser guns primary targets,  
mounting your Whistler detector on the  
dashboard can improve laser detection at  
short range.  
Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you  
cannot see through. If you can’t see past a  
vehicle ahead of you, chances are your  
detector won’t either.  
The receiving range of your laser detector will  
not be the same as a radar detector. Laser  
guns are most often used at short range.  
Communications Commission) permits opera-  
tion of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 -  
10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and  
Ka Band (33.400 - 36.000 GHz).  
Note: A radar detector will not alarm if an offi-  
cer is not transmitting on any one of the above  
radar bands.  
POPMode  
POPMode is a feature on some newer radar  
guns operating on K and Ka bands. When the  
gun is in POPMode and activated, a brief burst  
of energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmit-  
ted and the vehicles speed is quickly acquired. A  
detector without POPMode detection capabili-  
ty cannot respond to this brief transmission. This  
detector has the power to report this new gun  
where other detectors cannot!  
Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all cur-  
rent laser guns which operate at a laser wave-  
length of 905 +/- 10mm.  
NOTE: Any damage to the remote battery or  
battery leakage, water damage or any physical  
damage is not covered under the warranty.  
Check with the battery manufacturer about this  
warranty.  
•Pro LaserI II III LT1 20-20  
•Ultra Lyte  
Laser Tips  
If you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun can  
often determine your speed within a few sec-  
onds after you receive an alert. In this situation  
there is generally no time to safely adjust your  
speed. However, if you are traveling near or  
behind the targeted vehicle and receive an alert,  
response time should be sufficient. Any laser  
alert, regardless of duration, requires  
Total Band Protection™  
Complete Band Coverage that detects laser,  
radar, VG-2 and safety radar bands.  
immediate action!  
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WARRANTY INFORMATION  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial  
number. For reference, please write your units seri-  
al number in the following space: s/n_______.  
Units without serial numbers are not covered under  
warranty.  
WARRANTY INFORMATION  
Service Under Warranty  
IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for serv-  
ice, be certain to include a daytime telephone  
number, an email address (if applicable).  
During the warranty period, defective units will  
be repaired without charge to the purchaser when  
returned with a dated store receipt to the address  
below. Units returned without dated store receipt  
will be handled as described in section “Service  
Out Of Warranty.Due to the specialized equip-  
ment necessary for testing a Laser-Radar receiver,  
there are no authorized service stations for  
Whistler brand detectors other than Whistler.  
Customer Service  
If you have questions concerning the operation of  
your Whistler detector, or require service during  
or after the warranty period, please call  
Customer Service at: 1-800-531-0004  
Representatives are available to answer your ques-  
tions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00  
p.m. (CT) or visit the FAQs at www.whistler-  
group.com.  
IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit is  
within the warranty period, make sure you  
keep a copy of your dated store receipt. You  
may register your warranty online at  
ranty verification purposes, a copy of your  
dated store receipt must accompany any unit  
sent in for warranty work.  
When returning a unit for service under warranty,  
please follow these instructions:  
1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a  
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with  
return receipt requested to:  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Laser Wavelength: 905 50 nanometers (nm)  
Service Out of Warranty  
Units will be repaired at ‘out of warranty’ service  
rates when:  
Whistler Repair Dept.  
1201 North Dixieland Rd  
Rogers, AR. 72756  
The units original warranty has expired.  
• A dated store receipt is not supplied.  
• The unit has been returned without its serial  
number.  
Radar Frequencies:  
10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)  
24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )  
33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)  
• The unit has been abused, modified,  
installed improperly, or had its housing  
removed.  
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.  
Operating Temperature Range: -20˚ C to +80˚  
IMPORTANT: Whistler will not assume responsi-  
bility for loss or damage incurred in shipping.  
Therefore, please ship your unit insured with  
return receipt requested. CODs will not be  
accepted!  
C (-4˚ F to +176˚ F)  
The minimum out of warranty service fee for  
your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you  
require out of warranty service, please return  
your unit as outlined in the section “Service  
Under Warranty” along with a certified check or  
money order for $55.00. Payment may also be  
made by MasterCard, VISA or American  
Express; personal checks are not accepted.  
In the event repairs cannot be covered by the min-  
imum $55.00 service fee, you will be contacted by  
a Whistler technical service specialist who will  
outline options available to you. If you elect not  
to have your unit repaired, it will be returned to  
you along with your  
Power Requirements:  
Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal  
Vehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.  
Remote: 3V Coil Cell CR2032  
2. Include with your unit the following informa-  
tion, clearly printed:  
Your name and street address (for shipping  
via UPS), a daytime telephone number and  
email address, if applicable.  
• A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,  
“Unit performs self-test but does not respond  
to radar”).  
• A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of  
sale.  
One or more U.S. patents may apply:  
#5,146,227, #5,379,456, #5,666,120, #5,990,821  
POP™ Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries,  
Inc. Specifications are subject to change with-  
out notice.  
certified check or money order.  
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ACCESSORIES  
These and other accessories can be ordered  
directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or  
visit our online store at www.whistlergroup.com  
Order# Description  
Price  
202151  
206552  
206553  
206880  
Windshield Bracket Kit  
Straight Power Cord (5’)  
Coiled Power Cord (7’)  
$
9.95  
$ 14.95  
$ 15.95  
$
Hardwire Kit (10' )  
9.95  
(for wiring to fuse box)  
206666  
Modular Cord Package  
(includes coiled and straight cords,  
and power adapter)  
$ 17.95  
159032  
402081  
206660  
Package of 8 Suction Cups $ 2.95  
Non-Skid Dash Pad 6.95  
Straight Modular Cord & $ 11.95  
Socket Multiplier  
$
206661  
Coiled Modular Cord &  
Socket Multiplier  
$ 12.95  
260251  
260250  
Remote Control  
Retractable Lanyard Key Ring $ Call  
$ Call  
*Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug. Shipping  
and handling (per order) $5.00 Prices are subject to change  
without notice.  
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