Whistler 1570 Bedienungsanleitung
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Dear Whistler Owner,
For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It
can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment
center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler
Corporation recognizes this and has created a selection of
products we call “Enhanced Driving Tools”. These products
are designed to make the time you spend in your vehicle
more productive, more fullfilling, safer, or just simply more
fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve your
driving experience though keeping you...
IN TOUCH • IN COMFORT • IN CONTROL
Your new Whistler 1570/1575 laser/radar detector detects all ra-
dar,laserandsafetyradarsystems,plusoffersWhistler’sexclusive
SafeDrivingSystem™. This comprehensive safety system detects
the Safety Warning System™keeping you informed of road haz-
ardsandadverseweather.Plus,Whistler’suniqueStayAlert™fea-
turetestsdriver’salertnessonlongsolotrips.Whistler’s1570/1575
alsooffersadigitaldisplaywithsafetymessageiconstokeepyou
informed while you drive.
To fullyacquaintyourself withthe operationofthe Whistler1570/
1575 and to better understand the differences between detect-
ing radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recommend reading
this entire manual.
Enjoy the Whistler 1570/1575 and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
WHISTLER CORPORATION
INTRODUCTION
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Topic Page
Model Features Summary 3 - 5
Installation 6 - 8
• Mounting Guidelines
• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting
• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement
Operation 9 - 15
• Power On And Self-Test
• Memory/Beep Confirmation
• Audio Level Adjustment
• Auto Quiet/Mute Modes
• City Modes
• Dim/Dark Mode
• Stay Alert
• Option Select Mode
• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Auxiliary Jack
Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts 16 - 19
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection®
• Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
• Alert Priority
• Reset Features/Care Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide 20
Are Detectors Legal? 21
Speed Monitoring Technologies 22 - 23
• Radar Facts
• Laser Facts
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Warranty Information 24 - 26
Specifications 27
Accessories 28
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Whistler 1570/1575
Whistler’sergonomicanduser-friendlydesignprovidesanew
level of operating convenience. Special features include:
1. Bracket Release Button - Provides quick and easy re-
lease of the mounting bracket.
2. Power Jack - Provides connection for the power cord.
3. Speaker - Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band
radar, safety radar, laser, VG-2 and Stay Alert.
4. Power/Dim/Dark Button -Turnsuniton/offandengages
Dim/Dark modes (press and hold for 2 seconds).
5. Volume Up/Down Buttons - Adjust volume up or
down.
6. High Visibility LCD Display -Providesdistinctvisualcon-
firmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates en-
gaged modes of operation.
7. Mute/Menu Button -PressingMUTEbeforeasignalisde-
tected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces
WHISTLER FEATURES
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1570
PWR
VOL
CITY MUTE
MENU
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WHISTLER FEATURES
theaudiolevelaftertheinitialwarningtoalowaudiolevelsetting.
PressingMUTEduringaradar/laserencountersilencesaudioalerts,
while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.
8. CITY/CITY 1 Button - Reduces the annoyance of
false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.
9. External Speaker/Voice Box Jack -Provideseasyconnec-
tion of the WHISTLER EXTERNAL SPEAKER, Part Number
202180 or WHISTLER MOTORCYCLE HELMET SPEAKER,
PartNumber202698 or WHISTLER VOICE BOX Part Num-
ber 202797 (see page 28). Any other device may damage
the unit and void your warranty.
10. Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical waveguide
providessuperiordetectionoflasersignalstransmittedfrom
behind.
11. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens array
provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-
edge laser detection.
12. Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna re-
ceives radar signals.
13. Mounting Bracket Location - Slot holds mounting
bracket firmly.
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WHISTLER FEATURES
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Accessories
Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.
Coiled Power Cord (1570) Coiled and Straight Power
Cords with Modular Plug (1575) -Connects to the unit’s
power jack and your vehicle’s lighter socket.
Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your
vehicle’s windshield.
Visor Bracket (1575 only)
Velcro®Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level
dashboard.
Mounting Guidelines
• To maximize visibility of the display, particularly during peri-
ods of bright sunlight, we recommend mounting your detec-
tor on the visor or high on the windshield, if possible, above
therearviewmirror.This“eyelevel”mountingpositionispre-
ferred as it will ensure visibility at any time day or night.
• Donotmountyourunitbehindwipers,ornaments,mirrored
sunscreens,etc.Theseobstructionshavemetalsurfaceswhich
can affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning
time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect reception.)
• Some newer windshields have an Instaclear™or
Electriclear™type coating, which affect radar signals. Con-
sult your dealer or the owner’s manual supplied with your
vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield.
• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your unit when
not in use.
Windshield Mounting
• Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the
bracket by fitting them into their holes.
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location
you have chosen.
• Slidethedetectorontothebracketuntilitlocksintoplace.
• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the wind
shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove
the detector before bending.
INSTALLATION
6
IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plastic safety coat-
ingon theinside ofthewindshield. Thewindshieldbracket
may leave permanent marks on this type of surface. To
find out if your vehicle has this type of windshield, check
the owner’s manual or ask your dealer. We recommend
that you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the win-
dowin directsunlight. If the detector is removed, thismay
cause blistering of the dash in some vehicles.
Dash Mounting
• Makesurethemountinglocationyouhavechosenisrelatively
level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if neces-
sary to remove any waxes or polishes.
• SeparatetheVelcro®fastener strips. Peel the paper back-
ing off each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the
other piece to the bottom of the unit, taking care not to
cover the serial number.
Be careful not to place the Velcro®over the unit’s serial number. If the Velcro®is
removed, the serial number may be pulled off the unit. Units without serial num-
bers are not covered under warranty.
INSTALLATION
7
Visor Mounting (optional accessory)
• Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot.
• Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is rela-
tively level and has a clear view of the road.
Power Connection
• Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power
jack.
• Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
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. (IMPORTANT: Unscrew
slowly.Thetipcontainsaspringwhichmayflyoutwhendisas-
sembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw on
thetip.With use, screw cap on plug may loosen. Retighten
occasionally.
Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2
amp fuse.
INSTALLATION
8
Slide on visor
Insert into bracket
mounting slot
Power On And Self-Test
Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an automatic
self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual dis-
plays are functional and displays the engaged features.
• Press (Power) or apply Power. Display reads:
• Press or remove power to turn unit off.
Memory/Beep Confirmation
Allfeaturesselected(exceptStayAlert)areretainedinmemory.
Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “on”,
two beeps confirm feature “off”.
OPERATION
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K
Ka
X
LASER
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SAFETY
VG2 OFF
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