Cobra Electronics XRS9545 Radar Detector User Manual XRS 9545

Cobra Electronics Corporation Radar Detector XRS 9545

Users Manual

Important Information and Customer AssistanceIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsIntroductionA1 EnglishImportant Information •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 illegal, may be enforced by your local law enforcement officials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action.Safety AlertUse of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that motorists orpassengers will not be involved in traffic accidents. It is only intended to alert 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 toexercise 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.Customer Assistance •Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features,please refer to this owner’smanual. If you require further assistance after reading thismanual, Cobra Electronics offers the following customer assistance services: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).Technical Assistance English only.www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently AskedQuestions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Contact Your Local Dealer ©2009 CobraElectronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsCustomer AssistanceXRS 954514 BAND™HIGH-PERFORMANCE DIGITAL RADAR/LASERDETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE SUPERHETERODYNE®TECHNOLOGYNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishOperating Instructions Printed in China Part No. 480-490-PVersion ANothing Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.comThe Cobra line of quality products includes:CB RadiosmicroTALK®RadiosRadar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert®Traffic Warning SystemsMobile GPS Navigation SystemsHighGear®Accessories CobraMarine®VHF Radios Marine ChartplottersPower InvertersAccessories
Important Information and Customer AssistanceIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsIntroductionAccessories Order Info andTrademark AcknowledgementNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®25Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsCustomer AssistanceDisplay and Product FeaturesIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsIntroductionNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®A3Xtreme Range Superheterodyne TechnologyWith super-fast sweep circuitry, XRS provides extra detection range and the best possible advance warning to even the fastest radar gunsDetection and Separate Alerts For: Radar signals (X, K,Ka and Ku bands, with signal strength indicated), Laser signals, Safety Alert signals, Spectre I & IV+ signals, VG-2 signalsLaserEye For 360° detection of laser signalsInstant-On Ready Detects radar guns with “instant-on” (veryfast) speed monitoring capabilitiesPop DetectionDetects the latest super-fast instant-onsingle pulse radar gunsTone Alert or Voice Alert With adjustable volumeCity or Highway Modes to reduce false alertsDigiView Data Display With easy-to-read alpha/numeric dot matrix text readoutAlert ProgrammingEasy setting of radar bands to be monitoredSafety Alert Traffic warning system distinguishesimportant safety alerts from other Kband signalsManual Mute or Auto Mute Amute function of audio alertsIntelliMute Amute function which automatically reduces false audio alerts by sensing engine RPMsIntelliMute ProPrevents detection by radar detectordetectors (RDDs) when traveling at slower speedsMounting Mounts easily on windshield or dashboardProduct Features •Congratulations! You’ve made a smart choice by purchasing a highperformance radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:Display •This booklet describes the simple steps for mounting and setting up your detector.It also provides helpfulinformation about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive.Alpha/Numeric Dot Matrix Text DisplaySee pages 6 – 18 for more information aboutdisplay features.hControls, Indicators and ConnectionsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsIntroductionA2 EnglishControls, Indicators and Connections •12V DCPower JackOn-Off/ Volume ControlAllows you to adjust thevolume of the tone alerts.IntelliMute ButtonEngine RPM sensing mute functionwhich reduces false alerts. Button turns IntelliMute On and Off. (Also enters IntelliMute setting mode.*)LaserEye For 360° detection of laser signals.Windshield Bracket Release ButtonMute ButtonFor manual mute or automute of audio alerts. (Also turns Voice Alert On and Off.*)* Press and hold for four seconds toaccess these functions.WindshieldBracket MountIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsWARNINGModifications or parts substitutions not approved byCobraElectronics Corporation mayviolate FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment.Dim Button Allows you to adjust the DigiView Data Displaybrightness for easy reading. (Also turns Spectre I & IV+ and VG-2 alerts On and Off.*)Audio JackCity Button For City or Highwaymodes to reducefalse alerts. (Alsoturns Ku alerts Onand Off.)Ordering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For Credit Card OrdersCall 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 ToCobra Electronics, Attn: Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.ToOrder OnlinePlease visit our website: www.cobra.comItem # Description420-030-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord420-026-N-001 Coiled 12V Power Cord545-159-N-001 Windshield Mounting BracketCLP-2B Dual Port Power AdapterSpeakerTrademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®,DigiView®,EasySet®,Extra Sensory Detection®,IntelliMute®,IntelliMute®Pro,IntelliShield®, LaserEye®,Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®,Safety Alert®Traffic WarningSystem, Strobe Alert®,VG-2 Alert®,Xtreme Range Superheterodyne®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 RangeSuperheterodyne™, S-XRS™, UltraBright™, and Voice Alert™ are trademarks of CobraElectronics 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 ofGeneral 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 AppliedConcepts, 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 ofTechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar®is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®1ContentsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsIntroductionIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsIntroductionImportant Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Customer Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1Controls, Indicators and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A2Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A3Your DetectorInstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Auxiliary Audio Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Highway/City Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6DigiView Data Display Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Muting an Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Auto Mute Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8IntelliMute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9IntelliMute Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Voice/Tone Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alert Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Radar Alert Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Pop Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Signals Detected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Audio Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Visual Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Instant-On Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Responding to Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Understanding Radar and Laser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22WarrantyLimited 1-Year Warranty ......................................22Customer AssistanceProduct Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Accessories Order Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Trademark Acknowledgement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNOperation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyN
Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®InstallationIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector3InstallationIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector2EnglishInstallation •Where to Mount Your UnitYou will get optimum performance from your detector if you Mount it at apoint approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on the front windshield without obstructing the unit’s view of the road either to the front or rear. Make sure the unit is level with the road. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard. The unit’slens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear viewout the back window to allow 360° detection.Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materialsand objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include: ■Windshield wiper blades■Mirrored sun screens■Dark tinting at the top of the windshield■Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles (Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM.) Consult your dealer to see if you have this option.1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket.2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean.3. Push the bracket firmlyonto the windshield.4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check the angle of the unit.5. Toadjust the angle ifnecessary, gently push orpull on the bracket to bendit. DO NOT use the detectorto bend the bracket.6. Plug the power cord into the detector.7. Plug the cigarette lighteradapter on the power cord into your vehicle’scigarette lighter.8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by pressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.Windshield MountingThe LaserEye Should Have a Clear ViewWindshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting
Getting Started and Auxiliary Audio JackGetting Started •Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®5InstallationIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector4English1. 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 backingfrom one side of the hook-and-loop fastener.3. Attach the pad to thedashboard at your chosenlocation and remove the other paper backing.4. Attach the detector to thehook-and-loop fastener. You can remove andreattach the unit as often as you like.5. Plug the power cord into the detector.6. Plug the cigarette lighteradapter on the power cord into your vehicle’scigarette lighter.Dashboard MountingSystem ReadyPower OnTestingOn-Off/Volume ControlRotate clockwise (away from you)IntroOperation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsCaution WarningInstallation CustomerAssistanceTo Turn On the Unit and Adjust the Audio VolumeRotate the On-Off/Volume control clockwise (away from you).Tone Voice Visual DisplayThree beeps Testing, then three beepsSystem ReadyThe display willcycle through andshow the usermodesStart-up is complete when the display continuously shows the letters indicating the current user settings (c=City mode, h=Highway mode, i=IntelliMute On)Start-Up CompletehAuxiliaryAudio Jack •The AuxiliaryAudio Jack can be used to connect external speakers inenvironments with high ambient noise levels. The internal speaker will be disconnected. (This uses a mini stereo audio connector.)AuxiliaryAudio Jack NOTEIn 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 yourdetector when parking for lengthy periods.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons
SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®7SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector6EnglishHighway/City ModeSetting 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 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 Xband signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers. Tochange settings, follow the procedure listed below, which indicates what you will see and hear (either in Voice Alert or Tone Alert mode) as you complete each step. The factory setting is Highway mode.City ModeHighway ModeToChange From Highway Mode to City ModePress and release the City button. Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep City City blinks, then cappears in the displayTo Change From City Mode Back to Highway ModePress and release the City button again. Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps Highway Highway blinks, then happears in the displayhcDigiView Data Display BrightnessYou can choose from four (4) settings for Brightnessof the display. You can cycle through the settings by repeatedly pushing the Dim button. The factory setting is Bright.Dim ButtonPress andreleaseBrightDark DimDimmerPress andrelease Dim buttonTo Change the Brightness to DimPress and releasethe Dim buttononce.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep Dim Dim blinks, then display dimsToChange the Brightness to DimmerPress and releasethe Dim buttonagain.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep Dimmer Dimmer blinks, thendisplay dims furtherTo Change the Brightness to DarkPress and release the Dim button athird time.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep Dark Dark blinks, then displaygoes dark (no visual alertswill be seen)To Change the Brightness to BrightPress and release the Dim button a fourth time.Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps Bright Bright blinks, then displayreturns to full brightnessDark Indicator.City ButtonPress and releaseSettings •When changing the Settings on your detector, please keep in mind:■Buttons can have multiple functions.■Depending on your choice of Voice Alert or Tone Alert mode, you will hear either voice messages or tones confirming changes in settings. ■All settings will be stored in memory when the power is turned Off and recalled when the power is turned back On.
SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®9SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector8EnglishMuting an AlertYour detector allows you to quickly turn Off an audio Alert by momentarilypressing the Mute button. If you press the Mute button a second time during the Alert, the audio Alert will be turned back On.Auto Mute ModeAuto Mute will automatically reduce the audio volume of all alerts after four seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting is Auto Mute On.IntelliMuteIntelliMute 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 automatically mutes alerts.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.NOTEIntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sensethe engine’s revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alertsby using Auto Mute and City mode when appropriate.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsIntelliMute ButtonPress and releaseMute ButtonPress and releaseTo Turn Auto Mute OffPress and release the Mute button while no alert is occurring.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep Auto MuteOffNone, after Auto Mute Off blinksTo Turn Auto Mute OnPress and release the Mute button again while no alert is occurring.Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps Auto MuteOnNone, after Auto Mute On blinks ToTurn IntelliMute OnPress and release the IntelliMute button.Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps IntelliMuteOnIntelliMute On blinks, theniappears in the displayTo Turn IntelliMute OffPress and release the IntelliMute button again.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep IntelliMuteOffNone, after IntelliMute Off blinksIntelliMute Oni h
To Set the IntelliMute Activation PointPress and hold the IntelliMutebutton for two seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps Set Engine Revs Press IntelliMute button again at desired RPMsRev your engine tothe level you wish to set (recommendslightly above idle)and hold revs steadyfor two seconds. None None NoneAt the desired rev level, press and release theIntelliMute button.Three beeps IntelliMute Set IntelliMute Set!Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNotice Caution WarningInstallation CustomerAssistanceSettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®11SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector10 EnglishWhat to Remember While Using IntelliMuteIntelliMute works with both City and Auto Mute modes.Whenever engine revs are below the activation point, an arrow pointing down will appear in the display. Above the activation point, an arrow pointing up will appear.If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing your engine’s revs, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn Off.The rev point you set will be stored in the unit’s memory when power is turned Off and recalled each time the power is turned On.NOTEThe rev point must be reset if you use your detector in a different vehicle.NOTEWhen initially choosing your IntelliMute activation point, a setting of approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above idle is recommended. You can reset the activation point at any time to fit your individualpreferences and driving style.Setting the IntelliMute Activation PointYour detector must be installed in your vehicle.CAUTIONDo not attempt to set the rev point while driving. Your vehicle should be parked and idling. IntelliMute must be turned On before setting the activation point. Dependingon whether the unit is in Tone Alert or Voice Alert mode, you will hear a seriesof beeps or voice messages as you follow the steps on the next page.Tone Voice Visual DisplayFour beeps IntelliMute NotSet, Please TryAgain followed byIntelliMute not setPlease tryagainOne beep IntelliMute Off IntelliMute OffIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticein Iconscondary IconsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticein Iconscondary IconsNOTEIf the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within threeseconds or if you do not set a rev point within 20 seconds of beginning these steps, IntelliMute will indicate an errorand automatically turn Off.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsBelow Activation PointihAbove Activation PointihPress Int...button ag...desired RPMsHold IntelliMute ButtonIntelliMuteSet!Rev Level SetIntelliMu...Please tr...IntelliMuteNot SetIntelliMuteOffIntelliMute OffIntelliMute ButtonPress and hold for two seconds
SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorSettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorIntelliMute ProIntelliMute Pro prevents detection by radar detector detectors (RDDs) suchas VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+ when traveling at slower speeds. It isintended for use by experienced users only. When IntelliMute Pro is turned On, and engine RPMs are below the IntelliMuteactivation point, your detector’s radar detection circuits are turned Off toprevent detection by RDDs. Before IntelliMute Pro can be turned On, you must have turned On and Set the IntelliMute activation point. (See pages 9 through 11.) IntelliMute Button City ButtonPress and hold bothbuttons simultaneouslyToTurn IntelliMute Pro OnWhile no signal is being detected,press and hold boththe IntelliMute andCity buttons forfour seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayTwo beeps IntelliMute Pro On iblinks continuouslyin the display afterIntelliMute Pro OnblinksTo Turn IntelliMute Pro OffPress and hold boththe IntelliMute andCity buttons forfour seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep IntelliMute Pro Off None, afterIntelliMute Pro OffblinksIntelliMute ProOnperation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNotice Caution Warningstallation CustomerAssistanceCAUTIONWhen IntelliMute Pro is On, NO radar signals will be detected and NO alerts will be given at RPMs below the IntelliMute activation point.NOTEThe arrow up or down will continue to show that engine RPMs are above or below the user-set value.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®1312 EnglishVoice/Tone SettingYou can set your detector to sound alerts with either a Voice or a Tone.You can change settings by using the Mute button. In Voice Alert mode, you will first hear several tones, then a voice messageannouncing the type of signal detected, followed by more tones. In Tone Alertmode, you will hear the tones only. The factory setting is Voice Alert mode.Mute ButtonPress and hold fortwo secondsTo Change From Voice Alert to Tone AlertWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold the Mute button for two seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOne beep Tone Alert None, afterTone blinks in the display ToChange From Tone Alert Back to Voice AlertWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold the Mute button for two secondsagain.Tone Voice Visual DisplayNone Voice Alert None, afterVoice blinks in the display ih
Radar Alert Settings (continued)SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®15SettingsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector14 EnglishDim ButtonPress and hold for four secondsSpectreI&IV+ and VG-2 OnSpectre&VG2OnSpectre I & IV+ and VG-2 OffSpectre& VG2OffTo Turn VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alerts On and OffWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold theDim button for four seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayOn = Two Beeps Spectre VG-2On Spectre & VG2 On blinks in the displaySpectre VG-2Off Spectre & VG2 Off blinksin the displayOff = One BeepTo Turn K Band On and OffWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold boththe Mute and Citybuttons for four seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayKOn = Two beeps KOn KOn blinks in the displayTo Turn Ku Band* On and OffWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold the City button for four seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayKu On = Two beeps Ku On Ku On blinks in the displayKOff blinks in the displayKOff = One beep KOffKu Off Ku Off blinks in the displayKu Off = One beepVG-2 and Spectre I & IV+ Alert SettingsPolice 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 near your vehicle. Your detector can be spotted by Spectre IV+ RDDs, but is invisible to VG-2 andSpectre I RDDs. You can choose whether you want to be alerted to VG-2 andSpectre I & IV+ RDD signals. The factory setting for VG-2 and Spectre I & IV+alerts is Off.Pop AlertThe 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 asingle, short-time pulse to measure the target vehicle’s speed.The Pop mode receiver senses Pop singles beyond the effective range ofPop radar guns. As the Pop mode receiver is so sensitive, you should limitthe 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 OffWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold boththe Dim and Citybuttons for four seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayPop On = Two beeps Pop On Pop On blinks in the displayPop Off Pop Off blinks in the displayPop Off = One beepRadar Alert SettingsThe 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 OffWhile no signal is being detected, press and hold boththe Dim and Mutebuttons for four seconds.Tone Voice Visual DisplayXOn = Two beeps XOn XOn blinks in the displayX Off XOff blinks in the displayXOff = One beep
DetectionIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®17DetectionIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector16 EnglishRadar Signals, Voice and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Voice Visual DisplayXBand Radar XAlert Xand Signal StrengthKBand Radar KAlert Kand Signal StrengthKa Band Radar Ka Alert Ka and Signal StrengthKu Band Radar Ku Alert Ku and Signal StrengthPop Radar Pop Alert POPLaser Signals, Voice and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Voice Visual DisplayLTI 20-20* Laser Alert Laser 20/20LTI Ultra-Lyte* Laser Alert Laser UltraLyteKustom Signals ProLaser* Laser Alert Laser Pro LaserKustom Signals ProLaser III* Laser Alert Laser Pro Laser 3Stalker LIDAR* Laser Alert StalkerLaser Atlanta - Speedlaser* Laser Alert SpeedLaser* Your detector provides 360˚ detection of these signals.NOTEBeep rate changes with different laser alerts.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsDetection •Signals DetectedThe tables on the following pages show you the types of Signals your detectorwill detect, as well as the voice and visual alerts it provides for each of them.Audio AlertsIn Voice Alert mode you will first hear several tones, then a voice messageannouncing the type of signal detected, followed by more tones. In Tone Alertmode, you will hear the tones only.In both Voice Alert and Tone Alert modes, a distinctly different alert tone isused for each type of signal detected (including separate tones for each lasersignal). For X, K, Ka and Ku band radar signals, the tones will repeat faster as you approach the signal source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you usefulinformation about the signal detected. (See responding to alerts on page 19.)Visual DisplayAn indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the DigiView DataDisplay.During X, K, Ka and Ku alerts, you will also see from 1 to 5 verticalbars, indicating the strength of the signal detected.LTI 20-20Laser20/20LTI Ultra-LyteLaserUltraLyteKustom SignalsProLaserLaserPro LaserKustom SignalsProLaser IIILaserPro Laser3Stalker LIDARLaserStalkerLaser Atlanta – SpeedlaserLaserSpeedlaserPop Signal DetectedPOPSignal StrengthChartSignal Strength = 1(Weakest Signal) Signal Strength = 2 Signal Strength = 3Signal Strength = 4 Signal Strength = 5 (Strongest Signal)–––––––– –––––––––––– – –––––––––––– ––XSignal Detected K Signal Detected Ka Signal DetectedK3–––Ku Signal Detected–––X2–––Ka 5–––––––––––––––Ku 4––––––––––
Description Interpretation RecommendedResponseTone repeats slowly atfirst, then speeds uprapidly.Probably police radar. FULL ALERTTone sounds one time only. Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar,Spectre I or IV+ or VG-2nearby.Exercise cautionTone instantly begins repeating rapidly. Radar, Spectre I or IV+ or VG-2 nearby has beenactivated suddenly.FULL ALERTTone repeats slowly as youapproach a hill or bridge,then speeds up sharply asyou reach it.Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridge.FULL ALERTTone repeats slowly for a short period. Probably a false alarm. Exercise cautionAny type of laser alert. Laser alerts are never false alarms. FULL ALERTAny Safety Alert. You are nearing anemergency vehicle,railroad crossing or road hazard(construction, accident, etc.).Exercise cautionDetection and Responding to AlertsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®19DetectionIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector18 EnglishInstant-On DetectionYour detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals,which can suddenly appear at full strength.NOTEYou should take appropriate action immediately whenever an instant-on alert is given.Responding to AlertsIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsSafety Alert Signals, Voice and Visual DisplaysType of Signal Voice Visual DisplayEmergency Vehicles Emergency Vehicle Approaching Emergency VehicleRoad Hazards Road Hazard Ahead Road HazardTrains Train Approaching Train*Your detector provides 360˚ detection of this signal.VG-2 Alert Signal, Voice and Visual DisplayType of Signal Voice Visual DisplayInterceptor VG-2 VG-2 Alert VG-2NOTEThere are different tones for each for each radar detector detector alert.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsEmergency AlertSignal DetectedVG-2 Alert SignalDetectedVG-2SpectreI&IV+ Alert Signal, Voice and Visual DisplayType of Signal Voice Visual DisplaySpectre I Spectre Alert Spectre1Spectre IV+ Spectre Alert Spectre4SpectreIAlert SignalDetectedSpectre1Spectre IV+ Alert SignalDetectedSpectre4Road Hazard AlertSignal DetectedRoadHazardTrain Alert SignalDetectedTrainEmergency...NOTEThere are different tonesfor each Safety Alert.Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons
Understanding Radar and Laser and MaintenanceIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®21Understanding Radar and LaserIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour Detector20 EnglishUnderstanding Radar and Laser •Radar Speed Monitoring SystemsThree band frequencies have been approved by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment: X band 10.525 GHzK band 24.150 GHzKa band 33.400 – 36.00 GHzYour detector detects signals in all three radar bands, plus Ku band (13.435 GHz),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 bydetecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detectordoes 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 unitdetects signals from these or similar devices and will alert you when such adevice is in use near your vehicle.Safety Alert Traffic Warning SystemFCC-approved Safety Alert transmitters emit microwave radar signals thatindicate the presence of a safety-related concern. Depending on the frequencyof 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,mostconventional radar detectors will detect Safety Alert signals as standard Kband radar. Your detector, however, is designed to differentiate betweenstandard 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 vehicleapproaching, please pull over to the right side of the road and allow it to pass.LIDAR (Laser)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, thoughnot as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its targetvehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as signposts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement.Some common questions about LIDAR include:■Does weather have any affect on LIDAR?Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog or airborne dust particles will reduce the effective range of LIDAR and can, if dense enough, prevent its operation.■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.■Can LIDAR operate while in motion?No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannotdrive the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time.■Is LIDAR legal to use?Yes. It is legal in all 50 states.Maintenance •Maintenance of Your Radar DetectorYour detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performancewithout the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required.If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow thesetroubleshooting steps:■Make sure the power cord is properly connected.■Make sure the socket of your vehicle’scigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion.■Make sure the power cord’s cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter.■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.)
Warranty and Product ServiceNothing Comes Close to a Cobra®23Specifications and Warranty22 EnglishSpecifications •Band and FrequenciesBand FrequenciesXBand 10.525 ± 0.050 GHzKBand 24.125 ± 0.125 GHzSafety Alert 24.070 ± 0.010 GHzTraffic Warning 24.110 ± 0.010 GHzSystem 24.190 ± 0.010 GHz24.230 ± 0.010 GHzKa Band 34.700 ± 1.300 GHzKu Band 13.435 ± 0.050 GHzVG-2 11.500 ± 0.250 GHzSpectre I 13.300 ± 0.200 GHzSpectre IV+ Not DisclosedLaser 910 ± 50 nmThis 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. Intro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsWarrantyIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeSecondary IconsYour DetectorWarranty (continued)You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product forwarranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if theproduct 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 aparticular 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 lastsand/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequentialdamages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.Limited 1-Year 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 inworkmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of firstconsumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumerpurchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 14 BandRadar/Laser Detectors, products or component parts upon deliveryto theCobra Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of firstconsumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.Product Service •For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, or ifparts are missing…PLEASE CALL COBRA FIRST…do not return thisproduct to the store. See customer assistance on page A1.If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra first at 773-889-3087 BEFORE sending the product. This will ensure the fastestturnaround time on any repair.continued on page 24
Product Service and Optional Accessories24 EnglishIntro Operation CustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticery IconsCustomer AssistanceProduct Service (continued)If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its factory, the following must befurnished 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 aphotocopy or carbon copy of a sales receipt. If you send the originalreceipt, it cannot be returned.3. Enclose a typed or clearly written description of the problem you are havingwith 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 ParcelService (UPS), Federal Express or Priority mail with delivery confirmation.Ship to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 WestCortland 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 underwarranty,it will either be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. If your unit is out of warranty, you will receive a letterinforming you of the repair or replacement charge.Optional Accessories •You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your localCobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra.See ordering info on page 25.Windshield Mounting BracketIncludes suction cups Item # 545-159-N-001Straight 12V DC Power CordIncludes plug and fuse Item # 420-030-N-001Coiled 12V DC Power CordIncludes plug and fuseItem # 420-026-N-001Dual Port Power AdapterIncludes adjustable plug (up to 90˚) and fuse Item # CLP-2B

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