Whistler 1580 Bedienungsanleitung

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Dear Whistler Owner,

Formanyofus,avehicleismorethanjusttransportation.Itcanbe

amobileoffice,communicationsorentertainmentcenter,orsim-

plyanexpressionof our personality. Whistler Corporation recog-

nizes this and has created a selection of products we call “En-

hancedDrivingTools”.Theseproductsaredesignedtomakethe

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 1580/1585 laser/radar detector detects all ra-

dar,laserandsafetyradarsystems,plusoffersWhistler’sexclusive

SafeDriving System™ andReal Voice™technology. This compre-

hensivesafetysystemdetectstheSafetyWarningSystem™keep-

ing you informed of road hazards and adverse weather. Plus,

Whistler’suniqueStayAlert™featuretestsdriver’salertnessonlong

solo trips. Whistler’s 1580/1585 also offers a digital display with

safety message icons to keep you informed while you drive.

Tofullyacquaintyourselfwiththeoperation ofthe Whistler1580/

1585 and to better understand the differences between detect-

ing radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recommend reading

this entire manual.

Enjoy the Whistler 1580/1585 and please drive safely.

Sincerely,

WHISTLER CORPORATION

INTRODUCTION

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

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

Whistler 1580/1585

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 and Real Voice™warnings

for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser, VG-2 and Stay Alert.

4. Power/Dim/Dark Button - Turns unit on/off (press and

hold for 2 seconds) and engages Dim/Dark modes.

5. Volume Up/Down Buttons - Adjust volume up or

down.

6. High Visibility LED Display -Providesdistinctvisualcon-

firmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates en-

gaged modes of operation.

WHISTLER FEATURES

MRGNCY

PWR VOL

CITY

MUTE

1580

WHISTLER FEATURES

7. Mute/Menu Button - Pressing MUTE before a signal is

detectedengagesAutoQuietModewhichautomaticallyreduces

theaudiolevelaftertheinitialwarningtoalowaudiolevelsetting.

PressingMUTEduringaradar/laserencountersilencesaudioalerts,

while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed. Pressing and

holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode

and change menus.

8. CITY/CITY 1 Button - Reduces the annoyance of

false alerts typically encountered in urban driving areas.

9. Laser Antenna (Rear) - An integrated optical waveguide

providessuperiordetectionoflasersignalstransmittedfrom

behind.

10. Laser Antenna (Front) - High gain optical lens array

provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-

edge laser detection.

11. Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna re-

ceives radar signals.

12. Mounting Bracket Location - Slot holds mounting

bracket firmly.

WHISTLER FEATURES

Accessories

Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.

Coiled and Straight Power Cords with Modular Plug -

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 - Allows installation of unit on your vehicle’s

visor.

Velcro®Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on a level

dashboard.

Hardwire Kit (1585 only) -10 ft. hardwire connects directly

to vehicle’s fuse box.

Protective Travel Case (1585 only) - Designed for conve-

nience storage of your Whistler Radar Detector.

Mounting Guidelines

• Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the

windshield.

• 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

INSTALLATION

the detector before bending.

IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plastic safety coat-

ingon theinside ofthe windshield.The windshieldbracket

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 thedetectoris 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 paperback-

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

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

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 and hold for 2 seconds 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

LASER

SAFETY

VG2 OFF

HIGHWAY

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