Cobra XRS 9345 User manual

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Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra ® English

14 BAND ™

HIGH-PERFORMANCE

DIGITAL RADAR/LASER

DETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE

SUPERHETERODYNE ® TECHNOLOGY

XRS 9345

Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra ®

Operating Instructions

Printed in China

Part No. 480-488-P

Version A

English

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Important Information and

Customer Assistance

Introduction

Intro Operation Customer Warranty

Federal Laws Governing the Use of Radar Detectors

It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra radar/ laser detector. The Communications Act of 1924 guarantees your right to receive radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene this Act, while

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Safety Alert

Use of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists or passengers will not be involved in traffic accidents. It is only intended to alert

Notice the motorist that an emergency vehicle equipped with a Cobra Safety Alert transmitter is within range as defined by that product. Please call local fire and police departments to learn if coverage exists in your area.

Safe Driving

Motorists, as well as operators of emergency or service vehicles, are expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to obey all applicable traffic laws.

Security of Your Vehicle

Before leaving your vehicle, always remember to conceal your radar detector in order to reduce the possibility of break-in and theft.

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Customer Assistance

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Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owner’s manual. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services:

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For Assistance in the U.S.A.

Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone).

Customer Assistance Operators English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time

Mon. through Fri. (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone).

Questions English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax).

Notice

Technical Assistance English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked

Questions). English and Spanish. [email protected] (e-mail).

For Assistance Outside the U.S.A.

Contact Your Local Dealer

©2009 Cobra Electronics Corporation

6500 West Cortland Street

Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.com

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Introduction

Intro

Controls, Indicators and Connections

Operation Customer Warranty

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Windshield Bracket

Release Button

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Windshield

Bracket

Mount

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LaserEye

For 360° detection of laser signals.

Audio Jack

Speaker

12V DC

Power Jack

On-Off/ Volume Control

Allows you to adjust the volume of the tone alerts.

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Dim Button

Allows you to adjust the UltraBright

Data Display brightness for easy reading. (Also turns VG-2 and

Spectre I & IV+ alerts On and Off.*)

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IntelliMute Button

Engine RPM sensing mute function which reduces false alerts. Button turns IntelliMute On and Off. (Also enters IntelliMute setting mode.*)

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City Button

For City or Highway modes to reduce false alerts. (Also turns Ku alerts On and Off.*)

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Mute Button

For manual mute or auto mute of audio alerts.

* Press and hold for four seconds to access these functions.

Notice

WARNING

Modifications or parts substitutions not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate

FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment.

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Introduction

Display

Intro

Display and Product Features

Operation

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Customer

Assistance

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X K Ka V S

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Notice

NOTE: In This Manual

When steady, the display will be shown:

X K Ka V S c

Radar, VG-2,

Spectre I & IV+ and

Safety Indicators

Signal

Strength,

Pop, Laser,

City/Highway and

Mode Indicators

Signal Strength: 1 (weakest) to 5 (strongest)

IntelliMute

Indicator

When blinking, the display will be shown:

X & K will light simultaneously when indicating

Ku detection:

X K Ka V S c

X K Ka V S c

Product Features

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Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a high performance radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:

Xtreme Range

Superheterodyne Technology

With super-fast sweep circuitry,

XRS provides extra detection range and the best possible advance warning to even the fastest radar guns

UltraBright Data Display

Easy-to-read with adjustable brightness

City or Highway

Modes to reduce false alerts

Detection and Separate Alerts For:

Radar signals (X, K, Ka and Ku bands, with signal strength indicated), Laser signals, Safety Alert signals, VG-2 signals, Spectre I & IV+ signals

Alert Programming

Easy setting of radar bands to be monitored

Safety Alert

Traffic warning system distinguishes important safety alerts from other

K band signals

LaserEye

For 360° detection of laser signals

Manual Mute or Auto Mute

A mute function of audio alerts

Instant-On Ready

Detects radar guns with “instant-on”

(very fast) speed monitoring capabilities

IntelliMute

A mute function reduces false audio alerts by sensing engine RPMs

Pop Detection

Detects the latest super-fast instant-on single pulse radar guns

IntelliMute Pro

Prevents detection by radar detector detectors

(RDDs) when traveling at slower speeds

Tone Alerts

With adjustable volume

Mounting

Mounts easily on windshield or dashboard

This booklet describes the simple steps for mounting and setting up your detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive.

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Accessories Order Info and

Trademark Acknowledgement

Customer Assistance

Operation Customer Warranty

Assistance

Ordering From U.S.A.

Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.

For Credit Card Orders

Call 773-889-3087 [Press one from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time,

Monday through Friday.

Make Check or Money Order Payable To

Cobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept.,

6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.

To Order Online

Please visit our website: www.cobra.com.

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Item # Description

420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord

420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord

545-159-N-001 Windshield Mounting Bracket

CLP-2B Dual Port Power Adapter

Trademark Acknowledgement

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Cobra ® , DigiView ® , EasySet ® , Extra Sensory Detection ® , IntelliMute ® , IntelliMute Pro ® ,

IntelliShield ® , LaserEye ®

System, Strobe Alert ®

, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra ®

, VG-2 Alert ®

, Safety Alert

, Xtreme Range Superheterodyne ®

® Traffic Warning and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.

Cobra Electronics Corporation™, 14 Band™, 15 Band™, Extreme Bright DataGrafix™,

IntelliLink™, Revolution™ Series, SmartPower™, Spectre Alert™, Super-Xtreme Range

Superheterodyne™, S-XRS™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of Cobra

Electronics Corporation, USA.

Opticom™ is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Instaclear ® for Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company, Inc. Electriclear ® for GM is a registered trademark of

General Motors Corporation. 20-20™ and Ultra-Lyte™ are trademarks of Laser Technology,

Inc. ProLaser™ and ProLaser III™ are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. Bee III™ and

Pop™ are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Stalker™ LIDAR is a trademark of Applied

Concepts, Inc. Spectre I™ and Spectre IV+™ are trademarks of Stealth Micro Systems Pty. Ltd.

SpeedLaser™ is a trademark of Laser Atlanta, LLC. Interceptor VG-2™ is a trademark of

TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar ® is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.

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Introduction

Contents

Intro Operation Customer

Assistance

Warranty

Introduction

Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Intro

Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Operation Customer Warranty

Controls, Indicators and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2

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Assistance

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3

Intro

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Your Detector

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Customer Warranty

Auxiliary Audio Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Highway/City Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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UltraBright Data Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Muting an Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Auto Mute Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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IntelliMute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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IntelliMute Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alert Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Pop Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Radar Alert Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Signals Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Audio Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Visual Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Instant-On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Responding to Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Understanding Radar and Laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Customer

Assistance

Operation

Warranty

Limited 1-Year Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Warranty

Customer Assistance

Product Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Customer

Assistance

Trademark Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Installation

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Where to Mount Your Unit

You will get optimum performance from your detector if you Mount it at a point approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on the

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Notice

Windshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting

The unit’s lens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear view out the back window to allow 360° detection.

The LaserEye Should Have a Clear View

Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materials and objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include:

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Windshield wiper blades

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Mirrored sun screens

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Dark tinting at the top of the windshield

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Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles

(Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM.) Consult your dealer to see if you have this option.

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Installation

Your Detector

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Assistance

Windshield Mounting

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1.

Attach the rubber cups to the bracket.

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Notice

2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean.

3. Push the bracket firmly onto the windshield.

4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check the angle of the unit.

5. To adjust the angle if necessary, gently push or pull on the bracket to bend it. DO NOT use the detector to bend the bracket.

6. Plug the power cord into the detector.

7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by pressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.

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Dashboard Mounting

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1.

Place the detector on the dashboard to find a location where the unit has a clear, level view of the road.

The angle can NOT be adjusted after mounting.

2. Remove the paper backing from one side of the hookand-loop fastener.

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3. Attach the pad to the dashboard at your chosen location and remove the other paper backing.

4. Attach the detector to the hook-and-loop fastener.

You can remove and reattach the unit as often as you like.

6. Plug the power cord into the detector.

7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

Your Detector

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Getting Started

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Power On

X K Ka V S

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On-Off/

Volume Control

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Rotate clockwise

(away from you)

W

Ca

No m

Cu

As

W m

As

Se

Cu

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Op

Rotate the On-Off/

Volume control clockwise (away from you).

Tone

Three beeps

M

Visual Display h appears in the display indicating that the power is On

Notice

NOTE

In some vehicles, power is supplied to the cigarette lighter even while the ignition is Off. If this is the case with your vehicle, you should turn Off or unplug your detector when parking for lengthy periods.

Auxiliary Audio Jack

The Auxiliary Audio Jack can be used to connect external speakers in environments with high ambient noise levels. The internal speaker will be disconnected. (This uses a mini stereo audio connector.)

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Auxiliary

Audio Jack

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Settings

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Settings

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When changing the Settings on your detector, please keep in mind:

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Buttons can have multiple functions.

All settings will be stored in memory when the power is turned Off and recalled when the power is turned back On.

Highway/City Mode

Setting your detector to City mode delays all X band audio alerts until the signal strength reaches Level 3. (A single beep will sound when the

Notice signal is first detected.) This will reduce false alerts while you are driving in, or near, urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting

X band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers.

To change settings, follow the procedure listed below, which indicates what you will see and hear as you complete each step. The factory setting is Highway mode.

Highway Mode

City Button

Press and release

X K Ka V S h

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City Mode

X K Ka V S c

To Change From Highway Mode to City Mode

Press and release the City button.

Tone

One beep

Visual Display c appears in the display

To Change From City Mode Back to Highway Mode

Press and release the City button again.

Tone

Two beeps

Visual Display h appears in the display

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Your Detector

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Settings

Customer Warranty

You can choose from three settings for Brightness of the display.

You can cycle through the settings by repeatedly pushing the Dim button.

The factory setting is Bright.

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Bright

Press and

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Dark button

Dim

Dim Button

Press and release

To Change the Brightness to Dim

Press and release the Dim button once.

Tone

One beep

To Change the Brightness to Dark

Press and release the Dim button again.

Tone

One beep

Visual Display

Display dims

Visual Display

Display remains dim

(no visual alerts will be seen)

To Change the Brightness to Bright

Press and release the Dim button a third time.

Tone

Two beeps

Visual Display

Display returns to full brightness

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Your Detector

Intro Operation

Settings

Customer Warranty

Your detector allows you to quickly turn Off an audio Alert by momentarily pressing the Mute button. If you press the Mute button a second time during the Alert, the audio Alert will be turned back on.

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Auto Mute Mode

Auto Mute will automatically reduce the audio volume of all alerts after four seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is on.

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IntelliMute

Customer

Assistance

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IntelliMute is a unique feature that allows you to avoid alerts you don’t need to hear because you are stopped or moving slowly. By sensing the “revs”

(RPMs) of your engine, IntelliMute knows when you are at low speed and

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Assistance

Before IntelliMute will work, you must set an activation point for your engine’s revs (see page 10). Whenever the revs are below that point, IntelliMute will begin muting. The activation point will be stored in memory and recalled each time the power is turned on. The factory setting is IntelliMute Off.

Notice

Notice

NOTE

IntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sense the engine’s revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alerts by using Auto Mute and City mode when appropriate.

Mute Button

Press and release

To Turn Auto Mute On

Press and release the Mute button again while no alert is occurring.

Tone

Two beeps

To Turn Auto Mute Off

Press and release the Mute button while no alert is occurring.

Tone

One beep

Visual Display

None

Visual Display

None

IntelliMute Button

Press and release

To Turn IntelliMute On

Press and release the IntelliMute button.

Tone

Two beeps

To Turn IntelliMute Off

Press and release the IntelliMute button again.

Tone

One beep

Visual Display

Dot appears next to the large character on the right

Visual Display

None

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IntelliMute works with both City and Auto Mute modes.

Whenever your engine revs are below the activation point, the dot next to the large character on the right side of the display will remain lit.

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Above the activation point, the dot will blink twice every two seconds.

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X K Ka V S c

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If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing your engine’s revs,

IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn Off.

Operation Customer Warranty power is turned Off and recalled each time the power is turned On.

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Operation

Notice

NOTE

The rev point must be reset if you use your detector in a different vehicle.

NOTE

When initially choosing your IntelliMute activation point, a setting

Notice of approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above idle is recommended.

Customer

Assistance

Warranty You can reset the activation point at any time to fit your individual preferences and driving style.

Installation

Setting the IntelliMute Activation Point

Customer

Assistance

Your detector must be installed in your vehicle.

Notice Caution

CAUTION

Do not attempt to set the rev point while driving.

Your vehicle should be parked and idling.

Warning

IntelliMute must be turned on before setting the activation point. You will hear a series of beeps as you follow the steps on the next page.

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IntelliMute Button

Press and hold for two seconds

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Assistance

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To Set the IntelliMute Activation Point

Press and hold the IntelliMute button for two seconds.

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Tone

Two beeps

Rev your engine to

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None and hold revs steady for two seconds.

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At the desired

Operation rev level, press and release the

IntelliMute button.

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Visual Display

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Three bars will

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All three bars flash

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Warning

Notice Caution

Notice

NOTE

If the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three seconds or if you do not set a rev point within

20 seconds of beginning these steps, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn Off.

Caution Warning

Tone

Four beeps

Visual Display

E appears

X K Ka V S

E

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Your Detector

Intro Operation

Settings

Customer Warranty

IntelliMute Pro prevents detection by radar detector detectors (RDDs) such as

VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+ when traveling at slower speeds. It is intended for use by experienced users only.

Operation Customer Warranty

When IntelliMute Pro is turned On, and engine RPMs are below the IntelliMute activation point, your detector’s radar detection circuits are turned Off to prevent detection by RDDs.

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Customer Before IntelliMute Pro can be turned On, you must have turned On and Set the

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IntelliMute activation point. (See pages 9 through 11.)

Notice

Notice Caution

CAUTION

When IntelliMute Pro is On, NO radar signals will be detected and

NO alerts will be given at RPMs below the IntelliMute activation point.

Warning

IntelliMute Button

City Button

Press and hold both buttons simultaneously

IntelliMute Pro On

X K Ka V S c

To Turn IntelliMute Pro On

While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the IntelliMute and

City buttons for four seconds.

Tone

Two beeps

To Turn IntelliMute Pro Off

Press and hold both the IntelliMute and

City buttons for four seconds.

Tone

One beep

Visual Display c or h will blink

Visual Display c or h will show steady

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Settings

Customer Warranty

Police use radar detector detectors (RDDs) to spot users of radar detectors.

Your detector is able to identify signals from VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+

RDDs and can provide alerts when any of these or similar devices are in use

Your detector can be spotted by Spectre IV+ RDDs, but is invisible to VG-2 and

Spectre I RDDs. You can choose whether you want to be alerted to VG-2 and

Spectre I & IV+ RDD signals. The factory setting for VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ alerts is Off.

Notice

On/Off Indicator

X K Ka V S c

Dim Button

Press and hold for four seconds

To Turn VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alerts On and Off

While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim button for four seconds.

Tone

On = Two beeps

Off = One beep

Visual Display

V will blink twice in the display

V will blink once in the display

Pop Alert

The Pop Mode Radar Gun is a single-pulse Doppler radar that is a feature of a K and Ka (Bee III Ka radar gun) band Instant-On radar gun. It uses a single, short-time pulse to measure the target vehicle’s speed.

The Pop mode receiver senses Pop singles beyond the effective range of

Pop radar guns. As the Pop mode receiver is so sensitive, you should limit the use of Pop Detect mode to highway and rural driving.

Pop Alert will alert you to Pop radar signals. During the alert, the unit continues to detect other signals. The factory setting is Pop Detect Off.

To Turn Pop Alert On and Off

While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the

Dim and City buttons for four seconds.

Tone

Pop On = Two beeps

Pop Off = One beep

Visual Display

P will blink twice in the display

P will blink once in the display

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Your Detector

Intro Operation

Settings

Customer Warranty

The detector allows you to choose whether it will show alerts on the X, K and

Ku bands. The factory settings are: X Band and K Band On; Ku Band Off.

To Turn X Band On and Off

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While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the

Dim and Mute buttons for four seconds.

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Tone

X On = Two beeps

X Off = One beep

To Turn K Band On and Off

While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the

Mute and City buttons for four seconds.

Tone

K On = Two beeps

K Off = One beep

Visual Display

X will blink twice in the display

X will blink once in the display

Visual Display

K will blink twice in the display

K will blink once in the display

To Turn Ku Band On and Off

While no signal is being detected, press and hold the City button for four seconds.

Tone

Ku On = Two beeps

Ku Off = One beep

Visual Display

X and K will blink twice in the display

X and K will blink once in the display

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Detection

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Signals Detected

The tables on the following pages show you the types of Signals your detector will detect, as well as the visual alerts it provides for each of them.

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Audio Alerts

A distinctly different Alert tone is used for each type of signal detected

(including separate tones for each laser signal). For X, K, Ka and Ku band radar signals, the tones will repeat faster as you approach the signal

Notice source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you useful information about the signal detected. (See responding to alerts on page 18.)

Visual Display

An indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the UltraBright data Display. During X, K, Ka and Ku alerts, a number will also appear, indicating the strength of the signal detected. (1 = weakest, 5 = strongest)

X Signal Detected K Signal Detected Ka Signal Detected Ku Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

2

X K Ka V S

3

X K Ka V S

5

X K Ka V S

4

During pop alerts, the letter P will appear; and during laser alerts, the letter L will appear, instead of the signal strength indication.

POP Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

P

Laser Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

L

During VG-2 or Spectre I or IV+ alerts, the letter V will appear.

It will be steady during VG-2 and blink during Spectre I or IV+.

VG-2 Alert Signal

Detected

X K Ka V S c

During Safety Alert the letter S will appear.

Safety Alert Signal Detected

X K Ka V S c

Spectre I or IV+ Alert

Signal Detected

X K Ka V S c

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Radar Signals and Visual Displays

Type of Signal

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X Band Radar

K Band Radar

Ka Band Radar

Ku Band Radar

Pop Radar

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X Signal Detected K Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

2

X K Ka V S

3

POP Alert Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

P

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X and Signal Strength

K and Signal Strength

Ka and Signal Strength

X K and Signal Strength

P is Steady

Ka Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

5

Ku Signal Detected

X K Ka V S

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Laser Signals and Visual Displays

Type of Signal

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LTI Ultra-Lyte*

Kustom Signals ProLaser*

L is Steady

L is Steady

L is Steady

Kustom Signals ProLaser III*

Stalker LIDAR*

L is Steady

L is Steady

Laser Atlanta - Speedlaser* L is Steady

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* Your detector provides 360˚ detection of these signals.

Laser Signal Detected

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L

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Beep rate changes with different laser alerts.

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Safety Alert Signals and Visual Displays

Type of Signal

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X K Ka V S c

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S is Steady

S is Steady

S is Steady

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There are different tones for each Safety Alert.

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VG-2 and Spectre I or IV+ Alert Signals and Visual Displays

Type of Signal Visual Display

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V is Steady

V Blinks

VG-2 Alert Signal Detected Spectre I or IV+ Alert Signal Detected

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There are different tones for each alert.

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Your detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals, which can suddenly appear at full strength.

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You should take appropriate action immediately whenever an instant-on alert is given.

Responding to Alerts

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Response

FULL ALERT Tone repeats slowly at first, then speeds up rapidly.

Tone sounds one time only.

Tone instantly begins repeating rapidly.

Probably police radar.

Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar,

VG-2, or Spectre I or IV+ nearby.

Radar, VG-2 or Spectre I or IV+ nearby has been activated suddenly.

Tone repeats slowly as you approach a hill or bridge, then speeds up sharply as you reach it.

Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridge.

Probably a false alarm.

Tone repeats slowly for a short period.

Any type of laser alert.

Laser alerts are never false alarms.

Any Safety Alert.

You are nearing an emergency vehicle, railroad crossing, or road hazard

(construction, accident, etc.).

Exercise caution

FULL ALERT

FULL ALERT

Exercise caution

FULL ALERT

Exercise caution

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Radar Speed Monitoring Systems

Three band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications

Commission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment:

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X band

K band

Ka band

10.525 GHz

24.150 GHz

33.400 – 36.00 GHz

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Your detector detects signals in all three radar bands, plus Ku band (13.435 GHz),

Notice which is an approved frequency used in parts of Europe and Asia.

VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+

VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ are radar detector detectors (RDDs) that work by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be spotted by VG-2 and Spectre I RDDs.

However, your detector can be spotted by Spectre IV+ RDDs. Your unit detects signals from these or similar devices and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle.

Safety Alert Traffic Warning System

FCC-approved Safety Alert transmitters emit microwave radar signals that indicate the presence of a safety-related concern. Depending on the frequency of the signal emitted, it can indicate a speeding emergency vehicle or train, or a stationary road hazard.

Because these microwave signals are within the K band frequency, most conventional radar detectors will detect Safety Alert signals as standard

K band radar. Your detector, however, is designed to differentiate between standard K band and Safety Alert signals, and give separate alerts for each.

Safety Alert technology is relatively new. Safety Alert transmitters can be found in limited numbers in all 50 states, but the number is growing.

Depending on your location, you may not receive these alerts regularly and may often encounter emergency vehicles, trains and road hazards without being alerted. As the number of transmitters increases, these alerts will become more common.

When you receive such an alert, please watch for emergency vehicles ahead of you, on cross streets and behind you. If you see an emergency vehicle approaching, please pull over to the right side of the road and allow it to pass.

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Understanding Radar and Laser and Maintenance

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The correct name for the technology that most people refer to as laser is actually LIDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging.

LIDAR operates much like radar. Its signal spreads out like a radar signal, though

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Some common questions about LIDAR include:

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Does weather have any affect on LIDAR?

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Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog or airborne dust particles will reduce the effective range of LIDAR and can, if dense enough, prevent its operation.

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Can LIDAR operate through glass?

Yes. Newer LIDAR guns can obtain readings through most types of glass.

However, the laser pulse also can be received through glass to trigger an alarm by your detector.

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Can LIDAR operate while in motion?

No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannot drive the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time.

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Is LIDAR legal to use?

Yes. It is legal in all 50 states.

Maintenance

Maintenance of Your Radar Detector

Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance

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If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps:

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Make sure the power cord is properly connected.

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Make sure the socket of your vehicle’s cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion.

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Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter.

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Check the power cord fuse. (Unscrew the ribbed end cap of the cigarette lighter adapter and examine the fuse. If required, replace it with a 2-amp fuse only.)

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Band and Frequencies

Band

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X Band

K Band

Safety Alert

Traffic Warning

System

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Ka Band

Ku Band

VG-2

Spectre I

Spectre IV+

Laser

Frequencies

10.525

24.125

24.070

24.110

± 0.050

± 0.125

± 0.010

± 0.010

24.190

24.230

34.700

13.435

11.500

13.300

± 0.010

± 0.010

± 1.300

± 0.035

± 0.250

± 0.200

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910 ± 50

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

GHz

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This radar detector is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents:

5,497,148; 5,594,432; 5,612,685; 6,078,279; 6,094,148. Additional patents may be listed inside the product or pending.

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Customer Warranty

For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.

Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra 14 Band Radar/Laser

Detectors, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.

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Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 14 Band

Radar/Laser Detectors, products or component parts upon delivery to the

Cobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.

You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty.

This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply:

1. To any product damaged by accident.

2. In the event of misuse or abuse of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs.

3. If the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.

4. If the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.

All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.

Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

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Product Service

For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or if parts are missing…PLEASE CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return this product to the store. See customer assistance on page A1.

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If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra first at

773-889-3087 BEFORE sending the product. This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on any repair.

If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its factory, the following must be

Notice furnished to have the product serviced and returned:

1. Send the complete unit, including power cord. (It is not necessary to include the mounting bracket.)

2. For warranty repair, enclose some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a photocopy or carbon copy of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned.

3. Enclose a typed or clearly written description of the problem you are having with your unit, plus the name and address where you want the unit returned.

4. Pack the unit securely to prevent damage during transit. If possible, use the original packing materials.

5. Ship prepaid and insured using a traceable carrier such as United Parcel

Service (UPS), Federal Express or Priority mail with delivery confirmation.

Ship to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West

Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.

6. Please allow three to four weeks before contacting us about the status of your service. Call 773-889-3087 for assistance. If your unit is under warranty, it will either be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. If your unit is out of warranty, you will receive a letter informing you of the repair or replacement charge.

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Optional Accessories

You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra. See ordering info on page 25.

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Straight 12V DC Power Cord

Includes plug and fuse

Item # 420-030-N-001

Windshield Mounting Bracket

Includes suction cups

Item # 545-159-N-001

Coiled 12V DC Power Cord

Includes plug and fuse

Item # 420-026-N-001

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Dual Port Power Adapter

Includes adjustable plug

(up to 90˚) and fuse

Item # CLP-2B