Whistler XTR-190 Radar Detector User Manual


 
Engaging/Disengaging VG-2
To engage VG-2:
• Press and hold the “Quiet” button until the
V
V
/
/
L
L
” is illuminated.
To disengage VG-2:
• Press and hold the “Quiet” button until the
V
V
/
/
L
L
” turns off.
VG-2 Detection
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 alert is
sounded for 3 seconds and the display flashes
the “
V
V
/
/
L
L
” icon for 30 seconds.This cycle is
repeated if the VG-2 signal is again detected.
During the period a VG-2 signal is detected, a
radar signal cannot be detected. However,
because the VG-2 alert has confirmed that a
patrol car is nearby, you are already aware of the
potential for speed monitoring and can adjust
your speed accordingly. Laser detection is not
affected while a VG-2 signal is detected.
VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
Note: You must turn this feature on before it will
detect VG-2.
When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector ‘hides’ its
o
wn radiated signal and becomes undetectable by
the VG-2.
Every 30 seconds, the detector checks for a VG-2
signal. If a VG-2 signal is still present, the unit
continues to hide and repeats the VG-2 alert. If no
signal is detected, two beeps are provided,
indicating an “all clear” condition. During a VG-2
Alert X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be
received (Reference page 21 for VG-2 information).
OPERATION OPERATION
Stay Alert Feature
The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a dri-
ver’s alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarm-
ing):
• Press and hold City until a first audible alert is
given. The “
H
H
” or “
C
C
” will flash indicating Stay
Alert is activated.
W
ithin 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded;
to show alertness, the driver must press either
the “City”, “Volume”, or “Quiet” buttons within
3-5 seconds. If a button is pressed within 3-5 sec-
onds, the cycle is repeated.
If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds an
alarm sounds and displays multiple scrolling icons
• Press Power to cancel Stay Alert.
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a
s
ubstitute for adequate rest. You should NOT oper-
ate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During extended
periods of vehicle operation, you should take fre-
quent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay Alert
feature may result in vehicle damage, personal
injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF
YOU ARE DROWSY.
SWS
Safety Warning System
In communities where Safety Warning System™
transmitters are located, the detector will
receive over 60 messages. When Safety Radar is
detected, the audio alert is given and the dis-
play alternately flashes the “I”, “III” and “II”
icons.
Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System
transmitters.
OPERATION
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Auto Shut Off Mode
Auto Shut Off Mode automatically shuts off the
detector if you forget.
The timer is reset:
1
1
.
.
Each time the detector is turned off
2
2
.
.
The optional power cord is unplugged
3
3
.
.
Any button is pressed before the timer has
expir
ed.
The detector will alert you with an audible and
visual warning before it shuts off. This auto off
function can be programmed for the following:
Off, 1, 2, or 3 hours.
During this warning you can reset the timer by
pressing any button.
If the unit has automatically turned itself off, press
the Power button to turn the unit back on. You can
manually engage the Auto Shut Off Mode by
pressing and holding the City button until one
beep is heard.
The Auto Shut Off feature can be disabled or
changed to 1 hour, 2 hours, or 3 hours. Press
and hold the “Quiet” button for approximately
2 seconds until a single beep is heard. The dis-
play will flash the “
H
H
” or “
C
C
” and the signal
strength indicators “
I
I
”, “
I
I
I
I
” or “
I
I
I
I
I
I
”, representing
hours. Pr
essing the “Volume” button will change
the selection. When no signal strength icons are
flashing, the feature is disabled.