Operating Instructions

11 BAND HIGH-PERFORMANCE RADAR/LASER DETECTOR WITH XTREME RANGE SUPERHETERODYNE TECHNOLOGY

XRS 9400

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Printed in China Part No. 480-104

English

Introduction
Important Information And Customer Assistance

Important 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 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 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.

Customer Assistance

Should you encounter any problems with this product, or not understand its many features, please refer to this owners manual. If you require further assistance after reading this manual, 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. CT 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 Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail). For Assistance Outside The U.S.A. Contact Your Local Dealer

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2003 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.com
Controls, Indicators And Connections
Display And Product Features
Signal Strength, Laser And City/ Highway Mode Indicators Signal Strength 1 (weakest) to 5 (strongest)

Order Form

Windshield Bracket Release Button Windshield Bracket Mount

Display

X K Ka V S
LaserEye For 360 detection of laser and strobe signals. Speaker City Button For City or Highway modes to reduce false alerts.

IntelliMute Indicator

NOTE: In This Manual When steady, X K Ka V S the display will be shown: When blinking, the display will be shown:

Address (No P.O. Boxes)

State/Province

Country

Radar, VG-2, Spectre 1, Safety And Strobe Indicators

Telephone

Credit Card Number
Type: Visa MasterCard Discover

Exp. Date

Product Features
Congratulations! Youve made a smart choice by purchasing the XRS 9400 high performance radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes: Xtreme Range UltraBright Data Display Superheterodyne Technology Easy-to-read with adjustable brightness With super-fast sweep circuitry, City Or Highway XRS provides extra detection range Modes to reduce false alerts and the best possible advance warning Safety Alert to even the fastest radar guns Traffic warning system distinguishes Detection And Separate Alerts For: important safety alerts from other Radar signals (X, K and Ka bands, K band signals with signal strength indicated), Strobe Alert laser signals, Safety Alert signals, Emergency vehicle warning system Strobe Alert signals, VG-2 signals, Manual Mute Or Auto Mute Spectre 1 signals A mute function of audio alerts LaserEye IntelliMute For 360 detection of laser and A mute function which strobe signals automatically reduces false Instant-On Ready alerts by sensing engine RPMs Detects radar guns with instant-on Mounting (very fast) speed monitoring capabilities Mounts easily on windshield Tone Alert or Voice Alert or dashboard With adjustable volume

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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Description

U.S. Cost Each

Amount

12V DC Power Jack On-Off/ Volume Control Allows you to adjust the volume of the tone alerts.
420-030-N-001 420-026-N-001 545-139-N-001 CLP-2B
Straight 12V Power Cord Coiled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Dual Port Power Adapter
IntelliMute Button Engine RPM sensing mute function which reduces false alerts. Button turns IntelliMute On and Off. (Also enters IntelliMute setting mode. ) *
U.S. Subtotal Amount Shipping/Handling* Tax Table Wisconsin add 5% $10.00 or less. $3.00 (Tax if Applicable) Indiana, Michigan, $10.01-$25.00. $5.50 Ohio add 6% $25.01-$50.00. $7.50 California add 7.25% Shipping/Handling Illinois add 8.75% $50.01-$90.00. $10.50 Total $90.01-$130.00. $13.50 *For AK, HI and PR add additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekends and holidays shipments. $130.01-$200.00. $16.50 Please allow two (2) to three (3) weeks for delivery in the U.S.A. $200.01 plus. 10% of purchase Prices subject to change without notice.
Mute Button For manual mute or auto mute of audio alerts. (Also turns Voice Alert On and Off. ) *

WARNING

Dim Button Allows you to adjust the UltraBright Data Display brightness for easy reading. (Also turns VG-2 and Spectre 1 alerts On and Off. ) *

Ordering From U.S.A.

Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com. For Credit Card Orders Complete and return this order form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087 [Press one (1) from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, 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.
* Press and hold for two (2) seconds to access these functions.

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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To Order Online Please visit our website: www.cobra.com

Your Detector

Installation
Installation 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 front windshield without obstructing the units view of the road either to the front or rear. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard.
Windshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting

Windshield Mounting

1. Attach the rubber

cups to the bracket.

2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean. 3. Push the bracket firmly onto the windshield.
The units 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
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.
Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materials and objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include:

s s s s

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.
7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles cigarette lighter. 8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by pressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.
Getting Started And Settings

Dashboard Mounting

Getting Started
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 (1) side of the hook-and-loop fastener.

Power On

To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio Volume Rotate the On-Off/ Volume control clockwise (away from you). Tone Three (3) beeps Voice Testing, then three (3) beeps Visual Display
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.
appears in the display indicating System Ready, then that the power is On. Voice Alert
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.

Settings

7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles cigarette lighter.
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.
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3. Attach the pad to the dashboard at your chosen location and remove the other paper backing.
On-Off/ Volume Control Rotate clockwise (away from you)

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 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 (either in Voice Alert or Tone Alert mode) as you complete each step. The factory setting is Highway mode.
UltraBright Data Display Brightness
You can choose from three (3) settings for Brightness of the display. You can cycle through the settings by repeatedly pushing the Dim button. The factory setting is Bright.

Bright

Press and

Dark release Dim

button

Highway Mode

City Mode
Press and release the Dim button once.
Dim Button Press and release
To Change The Brightness To Dim
City Button Press and release

Tone One (1) beep

Voice Dim
Visual Display Display dims
To Change From Highway Mode To City Mode Press and release the City button. Tone One (1) beep Voice City Visual Display
To Change The Brightness To Dark Press and release the Dim button again. Tone One (1) beep Voice Dark Visual Display Display remains dim (no visual alerts will be seen)

c appears in the display

To Change From City Mode back To Highway Mode Press and release Tone the City button again. Two (2) beeps Voice Highway Visual Display
To Change The Brightness To Bright

h appears

in the display
Press and release the Dim button a third time.

Tone Two (2) beeps

Voice Bright
Visual Display Display returns to full brightness

Muting An Alert

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.

IntelliMute

IntelliMute is a unique new feature that allows you to avoid alerts you dont 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 (except for strobe signals from emergency vehicles). Before IntelliMute will work, you must set an activation point for your engines revs (see page 11). 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. NOTE IntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sense the engines revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alerts by using Auto Mute and City mode when appropriate.

Auto Mute Mode

Auto Mute will automatically reduce the audio volume of all alerts after four (4) seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is On.
Mute Button Press and release

IntelliMute On

To Turn Auto Mute Off Press and release the Mute button while no alert is occurring. Tone One (1) beep Voice Auto Mute Off Visual Display None
IntelliMute Button Press and release
To Turn IntelliMute On Press and release the IntelliMute button. Voice Auto Mute On Visual Display None To Turn IntelliMute Off Press and release the IntelliMute button again. Tone One (1) beep Voice IntelliMute Off Visual Display None Tone Two (2) beeps Voice IntelliMute On Visual Display Dot appears next to the large character on the right
To Turn Auto Mute On Press and release the Mute button again while no alert is occurring. Tone Two (2) beeps
IntelliMute Button Press and hold for two (2) seconds
What To Remember While Using IntelliMute 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. Above the activation point, the dot will blink twice every two (2) seconds.
Below Activation Point Above Activation Point
To Set The IntelliMute Activation Point Press and hold the IntelliMute button for two (2) seconds. Tone Two (2) beeps Voice Set Engine Revs Visual Display None
If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing your engines revs, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn Off. The rev point you set will be stored in the units memory when power is turned Off and recalled each time the power is turned On. 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 of approximately 300 to 600 RPMs above idle is recommended. You can reset the activation point at any time to fit your individual preferences and driving style. Setting The IntelliMute Activation Point Your detector must be installed in your vehicle. CAUTION Do 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. Depending on whether the unit is in Tone Alert or Voice Alert mode, you will hear a series of beeps or voice messages as you follow the steps on page 11.

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Rev your engine to None the level you wish to set (recommend slightly above idle) and hold revs steady for two (2) seconds. At the desired rev level, press and release the IntelliMute button. Three (3) beeps
Three (3) bars will flash in succession

IntelliMute Set

All three (3) bars flash three (3) times
NOTE If the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three (3) 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. Tone Four (4) beeps Voice IntelliMute Error, followed by IntelliMute Off Visual Display

E appears

Voice/Tone Setting
You 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 message announcing the type of signal detected, followed by more tones. In Tone Alert mode, you will hear the tones only. The factory setting is Voice Alert mode.
VG-2 And Spectre 1 Alert Audio Settings
The detector is undetectable by police VG-2 and Spectre 1 radar detector detectors and will alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. During the alert, the unit continues to detect other signals. You can choose whether or not you want your unit to show VG-2 and Spectre 1 alerts. The factory setting is VG-2 and Spectre 1 alert On.

On/Off Indicator

Dim Button Press and hold for two (2) seconds
Mute Button Press and hold for two (2) seconds
To Turn VG-2 And Spectre 1 Alerts Off To Change From Voice Alert To Tone Alert While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Mute button for two (2) seconds. Tone One (1) beep Voice Tone Alert Visual Display None While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim button for two (2) seconds. Tone One (1) beep Voice Spectre VG-2 Off Visual Display

V will blink once

To Turn VG-2 And Spectre 1 Alerts On To Change From Tone Alert Back To Voice Alert While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Mute button for two (2) seconds again. Tone None Voice Voice Alert Visual Display None While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim button for two (2) seconds again. Tone Two (2) beeps Voice Spectre VG-2 On Visual Display

V will blink twice

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Detection

Detection Signals Detected
During Safety Alert and Strobe Alert the letter S will appear. It will be steady during a Safety Alert and will blink during a Strobe Alert.
Safety Alert Signal Detected Strobe Alert Signal Detected
The tables on the following pages show you the types of Signals your detector will detect, as well as the voice and visual alerts it provides for each of them.

Audio Alerts

In Voice Alert mode you will first hear several tones, then a voice message announcing the type of signal detected, followed by more tones. In Tone Alert mode, you will hear the tones only. In both Voice Alert and Tone Alert modes, a distinctly different alert tone is used for each type of signal detected (including separate tones for each laser signal). For X, K and Ka band radar signals, the tones will repeat faster as you approach the signal source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you useful information about the signal detected. (See responding to alerts on page 17.)
Radar Signals, Voice And Visual Displays Type of Signal X Band Radar K Band Radar Ka Band Radar

X Signal Detected

Voice X Alert K Alert Ka Alert

K Signal Detected

Visual Display X and Signal Strength K and Signal Strength Ka and Signal Strength

Ka Signal Detected

Visual Display
An indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the UltraBright data Display. During X, K and Ka 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
Laser Signals, Voice And Visual Displays Type of Signal LTI 20-20* LTI Ultra-Lyte* Kustom Signals ProLaser* Kustom Signals ProLaser III* Voice Laser Alert Laser Alert Laser Alert Laser Alert Visual Display L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady
During laser alerts the letter L will appear, instead of the signal strength indication.

Laser Signal Detected

During VG-2 or Spectre 1 alerts, the letter V will appear. It will be steady during VG-2 and blink during Spectre 1.
VG-2 Alert Signal Detected Spectre 1 Alert Signal Detected
* Your detector provides 360 detection of these signals.

X K Ka V S X K Ka V S

NOTE Beep rate changes with different laser alerts.

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Voice Emergency Vehicle Approaching Visual Display S Blinks
Strobe Alert Signals, Voice And Visual Displays Type of Signal 3M Opticom or Tomar*
Strobe Alert Signal Detected

Instant-On Detection

Your detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals, which can suddenly appear at full strength. NOTE You should take appropriate action immediately whenever an instant-on alert is given.
* Your detector provides 360 detection of this signal.

Responding To Alerts

Safety Alert Signals, Voice And Visual Displays Type of Signal Emergency Vehicles Road Hazards Trains
Safety Alert Signal Detected
Visual Display S is Steady S is Steady S is Steady Tone repeats slowly at first, then speeds up rapidly. Tone sounds one (1) time only. Tone instantly begins repeating rapidly.

Interpretation

Probably police radar
Voice Emergency Vehicle Approaching Road Hazard Ahead Train Approaching

Recommended Response

FULL ALERT
Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar, VG-2, or Spectre 1 nearby Radar, VG-2, or Spectre 1 nearby has been activated suddenly

Exercise caution

NOTE There are different tones for each Safety Alert. VG-2 And Spectre 1 Alert Signals, Voice And Visual Displays Type of Signal Interceptor VG-2 Spectre 1
VG-2 Alert Signal Detected
Tone repeats slowly as you Probably police approach a hill or bridge, radar beyond the then speeds up sharply as hill or bridge you reach it. Tone repeats slowly for a short period. Any type of laser alert. Any Safety Alert or Strobe Alert. Probably a false alarm Laser alerts are never false alarms You are nearing an emergency vehicle, railroad crossing, or road hazard (construction, accident, etc.)
Voice VG-2 Alert Spectre Alert
Spectre 1 Alert Signal Detected
Visual Display V is Steady V Blinks
Exercise caution FULL ALERT Exercise caution
NOTE There are different tones for each alert.

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Understanding Radar And Laser
Understanding Radar And Laser Radar Speed Monitoring Systems

Strobe Alert

Special strobes mounted on the light bars of authorized emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police cars, ambulances) automatically change traffic signals as the vehicle approaches an intersection. These strobes and the special strobe detectors located on the traffic signals, introduced fairly recently by 3M and Tomar, are already in use in more than 1000 cities nationwide. Cobras exclusive Strobe Alert detector will detect these special strobes and give an emergency vehicle alert. When you receive such an alert, please watch for an approaching emergency vehicle and pull over to allow it to pass. To inquire about coverage in your area, contact your local fire and police departments.
Three (3) band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment: X band K band Ka band 10.525 GHz 24.150 GHz 33.400 36.00 GHz

Your detector detects signals in all three (3) radar bands.

VG-2 And Spectre 1

VG-2 and Spectre 1 are detector detectors that work by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be detected by VG-2 or Spectre 1, but does detect VG-2 and Spectre 1 signals and will alert you when a device is in use near your vehicle, if you so choose.

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, though not as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its target vehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as sign posts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement. Some common questions about LIDAR include: s 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.
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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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 cannot drive 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

Specifications
Maintenance Maintenance Of Your Radar Detector
Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance without the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required. If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps:
Band And Frequencies Band X Band K Band Safety Alert Traffic Warning System Frequencies 10.525 24.125 24.070 24.110 24.190 24.230 Ka Band Laser Strobe 34.700 0.050 0.125 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.010 1.300 GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz nm nm
Make sure the power cord is properly connected. Make sure the socket of your vehicles cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. Make sure the power cords 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.)
Unit Dimensions And Weight Dimensions* (H x W x D) 113" x 234" x 413" (34 mm x 70 mm x 110 mm) Weight* 5.11 oz. (145 g)
* Dimensions and weight measurements are approximate.
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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Warranty
Product Service And Trademark Acknowledgement

Limited 1-Year Warranty

For Products Purchased In The U.S.A. Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra 11 Band Radar/Laser Detectors, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for period of one (1) 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. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective 11 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 Cobras 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.

Product Service

If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, or if you are missing parts Please call Cobra first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1. If you suspect that your unit requires service, please call 773-889-3087 BEFORE shipping it to Cobra. This will ensure that you receive service as quickly as possible.
If you are asked to send your unit to the Cobra factory, please follow these steps: 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 (3) to four (4) 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.
Trademark Acknowledgement
Cobra, 6 Band, DigiView, Extra Sensory Detection, HighGear, microTALK, LaserEye, Safety Alert Traffic Warning System, Strobe Alert, VG-2 Alert and Nothing comes close to a Cobra are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation. Cobra Electronics Corporation, 11 Band, EasySet, IntelliMute, IntelliShield, Road Ready, SmartPower, Spectre Alert, UltraBright, Voice Alert and Xtreme Range Superheterodyne are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation. 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. Spectre is a trademark of Stalcar. Interceptor VG-2 is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.

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Optional Accessories
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.

Straight 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item # 420-030-N-001
Windshield Mounting Bracket Includes suction cups Item # 545-139-N-001
Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com. Coiled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item # 420-026-N-001 Dual Port Power Adapter Includes adjustable plug (up to 90) and fuse Item # CLP-2B For Credit Card Orders Complete and return this order form to fax number 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087 [Press one (1) from the main menu] 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, 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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The Cobra line of quality products includes:
CB Radios microTALK Radios Radar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert Traffic Warning Systems Accessories GPS (Global Positioning System) HighGear Accessories CobraMarine VHF Radios Power Inverters
For more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website: www.cobra.com

WARNING Modifications or parts substitutions not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment.

Item #

Description
420-030-N-001 420-026-N-001 545-139-N-001 CLP-2B
Straight 12V Power Cord Coiled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Dual Port Power Adapter

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Contents

Settings (Continued) Alert Settings. 20 Pop Alert. 20 X Band Alert. 20 K Band Alert. 20 Ku Band Alert. 20 VG-2 Alert. 20 VG-2 Audio Mode. 20 Spectre 1 Alert. 20 Spectre 1 Audio Mode. 21 Safety Alert. 21 Detection. 21 Signals Detected. 21 Audio Alerts. 21 Visual Display. 21 Instant-On Detection. 25 Pop Detection. 25 Responding to Alerts. 25 Understanding Radar and Laser. 26 Maintenance. 28 Specifications. 29 Warranty Limited 1-Year Warranty. 30 Customer Assistance Product Service. 31 Trademark Acknowledgement. 32 Optional Accessories. 33 Order Info. 37 Appendix Menu Guides User Programming. 34 Alert Programming. 36
Introduction Important Information. A1 Customer Assistance. A1 Controls, Indicators, Connections and Display. A2 Product Features. A3 Overview. 2 Your Detector Installation. 3 Getting Started. 6 Power On/Off. 6 Standby Screen Icons. 7 Display Brightness Control. 7 Auto Dimmer and Screensaver. 8 Highway / City Mode. 8 Muting an Alert. 9 Auxiliary Audio Jack. 9 EasySet Programming. 10 Program Flow Diagrams. 12 Settings. 14 User Settings. 14 City Mode Default. 14 IntelliMute Mode. 14 Set IntelliMute. 15 Auto Mute Mode. 16 Voice or Tone Mode. 16 Compass Mode. 16 Set Compass. 17 SmartPower Mode. 18 Customizable Display Colors. 18 Dim Mode Default. 18 Car Battery Voltage Display Mode. 19 Car Battery Low Voltage Warning. 19 Restore Factory Settings. 19

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Overview

Your Detector

Installation
This manual describes the simple steps for mounting, setting up and using your detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive. Before you begin your installation, please read the Important Information section on page A1 and use the descriptions and feature lists on pages A2 and A3 to become familiar with your new detector.
Installation 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 front windshield without obstructing the units view of the road either to the front or rear. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard.

7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles cigarette lighter. 8. You can temporarily remove the detector whenever you wish by depressing the bracket release button and sliding it off the bracket.
6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles cigarette lighter.

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Getting Started

Compass Battery Voltage

Power On/Off

Standby Screen Icons

Your detector uses the following icons to indicate modes and functions when set:

City Mode Highway Mode

On-Off/Volume Control Rotate clockwise (away from you)
To Turn on the Unit and Adjust the Audio Volume Rotate the On-Off/Volume control clockwise (away from you). Tone Testing, then three beeps Visual Display Voice Testing, then three beeps System Ready
Sample Screen IntelliMute Up IntelliMute Down User Settings Alert Settings

Voice Alert

NOTE For example, the sample screen indicates that IntelliMute is active, the Compass is calibrated, your system is set to Highway mode and your vehicles battery voltage is charged to 13.8 volts.
Set-up is complete when the display continuously shows the City or Highway icon and if these features are turned on: Compass, IntelliMute, and Car Battery Voltage.
Display Brightness Control

Power On

NOTE When the system is first turned on from new, only the City or Highway icon will show on the screen because the Show Compass, IntelliMute and Show Car Battery Voltage functions are set to off at the factory. See pages 14, 16 and 19 to turn these functions on. 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 and you have turned the SmartPower off, you should turn off or unplug your detector when parking for lengthy periods. Cobra recommends leaving SmartPower at the factory setting, which is on. See page 18.
Your detector has a Bright display mode (for daytime driving) and three levels of the Dim display mode: I Dim for dusk driving. NOTE The display will show I Dimmer for night driving. small dots to indicate I Dark to prevent all visual alerts from displaying. the unit is tuned on. The factory setting is Bright. This level can be changed in programming mode (see page 19.) You can toggle between Bright and Dim modes by pressing the Dim button.

Settings Not Set

Dim Button Press and release

NOTE When you change to Dim mode, the unit will enter whichever dim default mode is set at the time.
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Auto Dimmer and Screensaver
Your detector is equipped with Auto Dimmer and Screensaver functions to prolong the life of your screen.

Muting an Alert

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. After the current alert is gone, the next alert will be heard.

Highway / City Mode

Your detector has a Highway mode and three different levels of City modes: City X, City X Beep Off and City X+K. Highway mode provides full response to all signals detected. The City modes reduce false alerts while you are driving in or near urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X or K band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers. The factory setting is Highway. The factory City mode default setting is City X; it can be changed in programming mode (see page 11). You can toggle between Highway and City modes by pressing the City
Mute Button Press and release

button.

Two other features are incorporated in your detector to automatically mute or reduce the volume of alerts. See pages 14 and 16 for Intellimute and Auto Mute modes.
City Button Press and release

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.)
NOTE When you change to City mode, the unit will enter whichever city default mode is set at the time.

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EasySet Programming
To use EasySet program mode: 1. Press the Menu/Save button to reach the opening program screen. 2. Choose whether you want to change: a. User Settings press the Mute button (above the User Settings icon on the display) to enter the User Setting loop (see page 12) b. Alert Settings press the City button (above the Alert Settings icon on the display) to enter the Alert Setting loop (see page 13) 3. Press the City or Mute buttons to step forward or backward through the chosen settings loop until the desired option is reached.
NOTE Press and release the button to move one option. Press and hold the button to scroll through the options (each option will appear for two seconds).

NOTE When you choose Alert Settings (page 11, Step 2b), the system displays whichever setting was last changed.
K Band Detection X Band Detection Ku Band Detection VG-2 Audio
Not shown setting if VG 2 is OFF.
NOTE When you choose User Settings (page 11, step 2a), the system displays whichever setting was last changed.
Setting Selection Buttons:
Mute Button Press to move counterclockwise around the loop.
City Button Press to move clockwise around the loop. Dim Button Press to choose an option within setting.

Restore Factory Settings

Pop Detection

Spectre 1 Audio

Not shown if Spectre 1 is OFF.

VG-2 Detection

City Mode (Default)

IntelliMute

Safety Alert

Spectre 1 Detection

Warn Low Car Voltage

Auto Mute

Not shown if Intellimute is OFF.
Set IntelliMute Set Compass

Car Voltage

Not shown if Show Compass is OFF.
This detector allows you to customize its operation by changing settings in the User Programming and the Alert Programming modes. (See page 11 for entering the EasySet Programming mode.) Also, refer to the Appendix (pages 3436) while programming. These show the lists of User and Alert settings. Features of the programmable settings are described on the following pages.

Alert Type (Voice/Tone)

Color Theme Display (Brightness) SmartPower Show Compass

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Settings

User Settings City Mode Default
City Mode Default makes three levels of Audio Alert suppression available when you toggle from Highway to City mode (see page 8). The factory setting is City X. City X sounds a single beep when an x band signal is first detected. The alert then sounds when signal strength reaches level 3. City X+K combines the City X mode with prevention of K band audio alerts until the signal strength reaches level 2. City X Beep Off blocks all X band audio alerts until the signal strength reaches level 3.
NOTES IntelliMute may not work with some vehicles because it cannot sense the engines revs. In such cases, you can reduce unwanted audio alerts by using Auto Mute and City mode when appropriate. NOTES The rev point must be reset if you use your detector in a different vehicle. NOTES When 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 individual preferences and driving style. CAUTION Do not attempt to set the rev point while driving. Your vehicle should be parked and idling to avoid a collision during the process.

IntelliMute Mode

IntelliMute is a unique feature that allows you to avoid alerts you dont 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 (except for strobe signals from emergency vehicles). It works with all City and Auto Mute modes. Before IntelliMute will work, you must set an activation point for your engines revs (see page 15). 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. An IntelliMute icon will appear in the display when IntelliMute is on and activation is set. Whenever engine revs are below the activation point, the arrow points down. When revs are above the activation point the arrow points up.
Above Activation Point Below Activation Point
Set IntelliMute After the detector is installed in your vehicle and IntelliMute is turned on, advance through the User Settings Programming to the Set IntelliMute setup screen where the activation point can be set. Setting the activation point progresses from the setup screen shown on the User Programming Menu Guide (see page 34). From that screen: 1. Press the City 3. Press the Dim button to advance one screen. button to complete the setting process. 2. Press and hold the vehicle accelerator at the desired engine RPMs. The system will store the engine RPM setting and provide a completion message on the display as well as a tone or voice message.
NOTE If the unit is unable to sense usable pulses within three seconds or if you do not set a rev point within 30 seconds of beginning the setup, IntelliMute will indicate an error. If you do not try again within five seconds, it will automatically turn off. The unit will provide corresponding messages for these conditions.
If, for any reason, the unit stops sensing your engines revs, IntelliMute will indicate an error and automatically turn off.

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Once an activation point has been set, you can easily change it by going directly to Set IntelliMute in User Settings Programming and repeating the three-step setup process.
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Auto Mute Mode
When Auto Mute is on, it automatically reduces the audio volume of all alerts after they have sounded for four seconds. The signals will remain muted for as long as the signal is detected. When Auto Mute is off, the alerts will sound at full volume for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is on.

Set Compass After the detector is installed in your vehicle and Compass is turned on (see page 34), the system will automatically advance to the Set Compass calibration screen from which the calibration can be performed.
WARNING Before calibrating the Compass, go to a large parking lot or other safe, low-traffic area. NOTE When the instructions direct you to drive in two circles, make two complete loops (in either direction) from any starting orientation at any convenient speed. The loops need not be perfect and can be circles, small squares, four threepoint turns, or any pattern that makes at least two complete turns within two minutes of starting the maneuver.

Voice or Tone Mode

You can set your detector to sound alerts and confirm program settings with either a Voice or a Tone Alert. Voice Alert provides voice messages in addition to tones. Tone Alert provides tones only. The factory setting is Voice Alert.

Compass Mode

Your detector includes an internal 8-point Compass that can continuously display your current direction of travel: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW.

NW N NE

8-Point Compass
Before the Compass will work, it must be calibrated (see page 17). Calibration allows the Compass electronics to measure and store information about the magnetic fields generated by your vehicle so direction indications will be accurate. The factory setting is Compass off.
Calibrating the Compass progresses from the Calibrate Compass screen shown on the User Programming Menu Guide (see page 34). From that screen: 1. Press the City
button to advance one screen. button to complete the setting process.
2. Drive your vehicle in two circles. 3. Press the Dim The system will store the calibration data and provide a completion message on the display as well as a tone or voice message.
NOTE If you do not press the Dim button within two minutes after beginning the Set Compass process, Compass calibration will automatically terminate. The unit will provide a corresponding message.
A Compass icon and directional heading will appear in the display when the Compass is on and calibrated. The Compass will remain accurately calibrated as long as your detector is mounted in the same place in your vehicle. If you change the location where the unit is mounted or move it to another vehicle, you must recalibrate the Compass. You should also recalibrate the Compass if you suspect it is providing inaccurate directions. The Compass temporarily may not provide accurate readings if you are inside a building or enclosure, or are close to a large metal tractor/trailer, truck, or train. Once you are away from such a location, the Compass will work correctly again.

Once the initial calibration is complete, you can go to Set Compass in User Settings Programming and recalibrate the Compass as needed by repeating the three-step calibration process.

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SmartPower Mode

Your detector includes the SmartPower feature that, when turned on, will put the unit into Standby mode (low power) 15 minutes after the cars engine has been turned off. Before SmartPower enters Standby mode, you will hear three beeps and SmartPower will flash on the display. To return the unit to normal Power mode and exit Standby mode, start the car, press any button or turn the unit off and then on again. The factory setting is SmartPower on.
SmartPower Entering Standby Mode (Flashing)
Car Battery Voltage Display Mode
Your detector can sense your vehicles electrical system voltage (Car Battery Voltage) and show it on the display during normal operation of the unit. The factory setting is Car Battery Voltage on.
Car Battery Low Voltage Warning
In addition to displaying system voltage, your detector can provide a warning that battery voltage is low so that timely steps can be taken to correct the problem. The Car Battery Low alert is triggered when the voltage drops below 11.9 volts. Following the alert, the unit enters SmartPower mode to avoid further draining your car battery (see page 18). The factory setting is Car Battery Low off.
From the Restore Factory Settings screen, you can quickly and conveniently restore your detector to its original settings. Confirmation messages are provided during the process.
Customizable Display Colors
Your detector includes the Color Theme feature that allows you to customize the display screen color scheme to match your cars dash illumination: Multi-Color, Red, Blue, Orange, or Green. The factory setting is Multi-Color.

Dim Mode Default

You can set the default level for the Dim mode (Dim, Dimmer or Dark) as discussed in the Display Brightness Control section on page 7. The factory setting is Dim.

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Detection

Alert Settings Pop Alert
When Pop Detect mode is on, Pop radar signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is Pop Detect off.

Spectre 1 Audio Mode

When Spectre 1 Audio mode is on, alerts will be sounded as well as being displayed on the screen. This setting is only available if Spectre 1 Alert is on. The factory setting is Spectre 1 Audio off.
When Safety Alert mode is on, Safety Alert radar signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is Safety Alert on.

X Band Alert

When X Band Detect mode is on, X Band radar signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is X Band Detect on.

K Band Alert

When K Band Detect mode is on, K Band radar signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is K Band Detect off.
Detection Signals Detected
The tables on the following pages show the types of Signals your detector will detect, as well as the visual alerts it provides for each of them.

Ku Band Alert

When Ku Band Detect mode is on, Ku Band radar signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is Ku Band Detect off.

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 source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you useful information about the signal detected. See responding to alerts on page 25.

VG-2 Alert

The detector is undetectable by VG-2 detection devices and can alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. When VG-2 Detect mode is on, VG-2 signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is VG-2 Detect off.

Visual Display

An indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the OLED Data Display. During X, K, Ka and Ku alerts, you will also see the numbers from one to five, indicating the strength of the signal detected.

VG-2 Audio Mode

When VG-2 Audio mode is on, alerts will be sounded as well as being displayed on the screen. This setting is only available if VG-2 Alert is on. The factory setting is VG-2 Audio off.

Spectre 1 Alert

The detector is undetectable by Spectre 1 detection devices and can alert you when such a device is in use near your vehicle. When Spectre 1 Detect mode is on, Spectre 1 signals will be detected and an alert will be given. During the alert, the unit will continue to detect other signals. The factory setting is Spectre 1 Detect off.
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Type of Signal Visual Display Voice Laser Alert

Signal Strength Chart

Signal Strength = 1 Signal Strength = 2 Signal Strength = 3 Signal Strength = 4 Signal Strength = 5
Laser Signals and Visual Displays

LTI 20-20*

(Weakest Signal)

(Strongest Signal)

LTI Ultra-Lyte*

Laser Alert

Radar Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal X Band Radar Visual Display Voice X Alert Kustom Signals ProLaser* Laser Alert

Kustom Signals ProLaser III* K Band Radar K Alert
* Your detector provides 360 detection of these signals.

Ka Band Radar

Ka Alert NOTE Beep rate changes with different laser alerts.

Ku Band Radar

Ku Alert
Strobe Alert Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal 3M Opticom or Tomar* Visual Display Voice Emergency Vehicle Approaching

Pop Radar Mode

Pop Alert

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Safety Alert Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal Emergency Vehicles Visual Display Voice Emergency Vehicle Approaching

Instant-On Detection

Your detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals, which can suddenly appear at full strength. NOTE You should take appropriate action immediately whenever an instant-on alert is given.

Road Hazards

Road Hazard Ahead
Your detector is designed to detect single pulse mode radars. These radars are designed to have a low probability of detection. You should note that these radar guns have a much shorter range while in this mode.

Trains

Train Approaching

Responding to Alerts

Tone repeats slowly at first, then speeds up rapidly.

Interpretation

Probably police radar. Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar, Spectre 1 or VG-2 nearby. Radar, Spectre 1 or VG-2 nearby has been activated suddenly. Pop mode gun very close. Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridge. Probably a false alarm. Laser alerts are never false alarms. You are nearing an emergency vehicle, railroad crossing, or road hazard (construction, accident, etc.).

Recommended Response

FULL ALERT Exercise caution
NOTE There are different tones for each Safety Alert. VG-2 and Spectre 1 Alert Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal VG-2 Alert Visual Display Voice VG-2 Alert
Tone sounds one time only. Tone instantly begins repeating rapidly. Pop mode tone. Tone repeats slowly as you approach a hill or bridge, then speeds up sharply as you reach it.
FULL ALERT FULL ALERT FULL ALERT

Spectre 1

Spectre Alert
Tone repeats slowly for a short period. Any type of laser alert. Any Safety Alert or Strobe Alert.
Exercise caution FULL ALERT Exercise caution
NOTE There are different tones for each alert.

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Understanding Radar and Laser
Understanding Radar and Laser Radar Speed Monitoring Systems
Four band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment: X band K band Ka band Ku band 10.525 GHz 24.150 GHz 33.400 36.00 GHz 13.435 GHz

Strobe Alert

Special strobes mounted on the light bars of authorized emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police cars, ambulances) automatically change traffic signals as the vehicle approaches an intersection. These strobes and the special strobe detectors located on the traffic signals, introduced fairly recently by 3M and Tomar, are already in use in more than 1000 cities nationwide. Cobras exclusive Strobe Alert detector will detect these special strobes and give an emergency vehicle alert. When you receive such an alert, please watch for an approaching emergency vehicle and pull over to allow it to pass. To inquire about coverage in your area, contact your local fire and police departments.
Your detector detects signals in all four radar bands.

VG-2 and Spectre 1

VG-2 and Spectre 1 are detector detectors that work by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be detected by VG-2 or Spectre 1, but does detect VG-2 and Spectre 1 signals and will alert you when a device is in use near your vehicle, if you so choose.

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, though not as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its target vehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as sign posts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement. Some common questions about LIDAR include: I 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.
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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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 cannot drive 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.

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Maintenance

Specifications

Pop Radar Guns
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 vehicles speed. Despite the fact that the short, single pulse makes the unit very sensitive to officer hand and vehicle movement and reduces the range of the gun in Pop mode to 50% of its range in Continuous Wave mode, this feature is added in an attempt to make the radar gun invisible to Radar Detectors. Although your detector can sense Pop signals beyond the effective range of Pop radar guns, there will be a signal to sense only if a gun is triggered. In addition, the Pop mode receiver section is more prone to false alerts because of its extra sensitivity. This is especially so in urban areas. As a result, you should consider using the Pop Detect mode only in highway and rural situations. Cobra Electronics has included a user selectable on or off Pop Detect mode.
Band and Frequencies Band X Band K Band Safety Alert Traffic Warning System Frequencies 10.525 24.125 24.070 24.110 24.190 24.230 Ka Band Ku Band Laser Strobe 34.700 13.700 0.050 0.125 0.010 0.010 0.010 0.010 1.300 0.300 GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz GHz nm nm
Maintenance Maintenance of Your Radar Detector
Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance without the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required. If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps:
Unit Dimensions and Weight Dimensions* (H x W x D) 1 2" x 3 16" x 4 8"

Weight* 6.45 oz. (183 g)

(38 mm x 78 mm x 124 mm)
* Dimensions and weight measurements are approximate.
Make sure the power cord is properly connected. Make sure the socket of your vehicles cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. Make sure the power cords 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.)
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; 6,621,447. Additional patents may be listed inside the product or pending.

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Trademark Acknowledgement

Accessories

Cobra, 6 Band, DigiView, EasySet, Extra Sensory Detection, HighGear, IntelliShield, microTALK, LaserEye, Safety Alert Traffic Warning System, Strobe Alert, VG-2 Alert and Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation. Cobra Electronics Corporation, 11 Band, 12 Band, IntelliMute, Road Ready, SmartPower, Spectre 1 Alert, UltraBright, Voice Alert and Xtreme Range Superheterodyne are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation. 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. Spectre is a trademark of Stalcar. Interceptor VG-2 is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc.

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 37.
Straight 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item # 420-030-N-001
Windshield Mounting Bracket Includes suction cups Item # 545-139-N-001
Coiled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item # 420-026-N-001
Dual Port Power Adapter Includes adjustable plug (up to 90) and fuse Item # CLP-2B

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Visual Display Visual Display

Appendix Introduction

User Programming Menu Guide Mode Set City mode default Page 14 Tone Two beeps One beep One beep Set IntelliMute mode Page 15 Two beeps One beep Two beeps Voice City X Mode Set AutoMute mode Page 16 Tone Two beeps One beep None Voice Auto Mute On Auto Mute Off Voice Alert Tone Alert Compass Off Compass On Set Compass
User Programming Menu Guide (continued) Mode Set SmartPower mode Page 18 Set display Dim mode default Page 18 Tone Two beeps One beep Two beeps Visual Display Voice Smart Power On Smart Power Off Dim Mode Set car battery voltage display mode Page 19 Set battery Two low car beeps voltage warning Page 19 Dark Restore factory settings Page 19 Red Blue Orange Green Two beeps One beep Tone Two beeps One beep Voice Display Car Voltage Off Display Car Voltage On Car Voltage Warning Off Car Voltage Warning On Restore Factory Settings
City X, K City X Beep Off Intelli Mute Off Intelli Mute On Set Engine Revs
Set Voice or Tone mode Page 16

One beep One beep

Dimmer

Set Compass mode Page 17

Two beeps One beep
Set IntelliMute setup* Page 15