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OWNERS MANUAL PRO-3450

LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

THE WHISTLER GROUP, INC. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 13016 N. Walton Blvd. Bentonville, AR 72712 TEL: 479.273.6012 FX: 479.273.2927

P/N 203065, The Whistler Group, Inc. 2004

www.whistlergroup.com www.whistlergroup.com

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INTRODUCTION

Dear Whistler Owner,

With the change in time also comes change in technology. Radar gun manufacturers have stepped up to the plate. The new arsenal they carry is called POP Mode. This new gun is a normal K or Ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years, unless the gun is placed in POP Mode. POP Mode is a feature on some newer radar guns operating on K and Ka bands. When the gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief burst of energ y, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmitted and the vehicles speed i s quickly acquired. A detector without POP Mode detection c a p a b i l i t y cannot respond to this brief transmission. This detector has the power to re p o rt this new gun where other detectors cannot! - until now!

Whistler introduces the Pro-3450 with POP Mode detection! The P ro-3450 is the beginning in total protection. With POP Mode detection, the Pro-3450 can react fast enough to detect this new technology. Packed with power you still have a full featured radar detector:

INTENSE BLUE TEXT DISPLAY provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.

DIRECTIONAL DISPLAY allows control panel to be mounted 3 different ways and viewed correctly.

Even though the Pro-3450 is packed full of features, its still very easy to use. To fully utilize your unit to its potential, we re c o m m e n d reading this entire manual or visit our FAQ page on our web site w w w.w h i s t l e rg ro u p. c o m .

Enjoy your new Whistler and please drive safely.

Sincerely,

The Whistler Group, Inc.

If you have questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call:

CuSTOmer SeRVICE 1-800-531-0004

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT or visit our website

www.whistlergroup.com

Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may register your product online at www.whistlergroup.com. For warranty verification purposes, a copy of your dated store receipt must still accompany any unit sent in for warranty work. If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies.

Note: Your warranty period begins at the time of purchase. The warranty is validated only by the dated store receipt! Now is the time to record the serial number of the unit in the space provided in the warranty section of the manual.

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WHISTLER FEATURES

W h i s t l e rs ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new level of operating convenience. Special features include:

Speaker P rovides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band r a d a r, safety radar, laser and VG-2.

Radar Antenna - Compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.

Laser Module - High gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-edge laser detection.

N o t e : Specifications and appearance may change without notice.

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Model Features Summary ....................................................3 - 4 Operation ............................................................................5 - 14 Power On And Self-Test Memory/Beep Confirmation Auto Level Adjustment Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes Temperature/Voltage Mode Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 City Modes Dim/Dark/Temperature/Voltage Modes Horizontal/Vertical Viewing Stay Alert Integrated Real Voice Option Option Select Mode Teach/Tutorial Mode Voice Module Port Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts ..........................................15 - 18 Radar Alerts Pulse Protection

Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts Laser Audio/Visual Alerts VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts Alert Priority Reset Features Care and Maintenance Communication Breakdown....................................................19 Troubleshooting Guide............................................................20 Are Detectors Legal? ...............................................................21 FCC Information Speed Monitoring Technologies .....................................22 - 23 Radar Facts POP Mode Total Band Protection

Laser Facts Other Speed Detection Systems Radar Detector Detectors Warranty Information........................................................24 - 26 Specifications............................................................................27 Accessories ........................................................................28 - 29

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Whistler Pro-3450 Power/Volume Button

Speaker

Dark Button City Button Quiet/Menu Button

Laser Module Radar Antenna

(Optional) Voice Module

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OPERATION

Power On And Self-Test Each time your Whistler detector is turned on, an auto- matic self-test sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional. Press P/V or apply Power. Display reads:

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City/City 1/City 2 Mode Reduces the annoyance of false a l e rts typically encountered in urban driving are a s .

Quiet/Menu Button - P ressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed. Pressing and holding for 2 seconds allows you to enter Option Select Mode (see page 13).

P o w e r / Volume Control - Tu rns unit on/off and adjusts audio level.

Intense Blue Text Display - P rovides distinct visual confirm a t i o n of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation. The display can also be mounted 3 d i ff e rent ways and displayed core c t l y.

Dim/Dark Mode Reduces the illumination of the display. P ress and hold this button to momentarily display t e m p e r a t u re / v o l t a g e .

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Memory/Beep Confirmation All features selected (except Stay Alert and Quiet) are retained in memory. Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature on, two beeps confirm feature off.

Audio Level Adjustment The audio levels can be adjusted high to low, or low to high, in eight steps: (0) is no audio level, (7) the highest. Press and hold P/V to increase audio level. Press and hold P/V to decrease audio level.

As audio level is adjusted, beeps are provided and the dis- play indicates volume level. Example:

P ress and hold P / V and the volume will go to the max level (7), then proceed to lower the volume to level (0). Continuing to hold the P/V button will repeat the steps above.

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Auto Quiet Mode Auto Quiet reduces the selected audio level to level (1) approximately 5 seconds after a radar or safety radar sig- nal is detected. The alert for any new signal within 20 seconds will resume at level (1). Auto Quiet does not affect VG-2 or laser alerts. Press Quiet (before a signal is detected) to engage Auto Quiet. Display reads:

Once the Auto Quiet mode is engaged, you may cancel the audio alarm by pressing Quiet.

Press Quiet (when the unit is not alarming) to cancel Auto Quiet mode.

Note: When Auto Quiet engages, it cancels the audio to the optional Voice Module.

Quiet Mode Quiet Mode cancels the audio during an alert and any new alert within 20 seconds. After 20 seconds, approximately 2 beeps are provided on any new alert and unit then remains quiet.

Press Quiet to cancel the audio. Press Quiet a second time during an alert to restore the

standard audio alert pattern; or turn the unit off, then on.

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Temperature/Voltage Mode The unit can be programmed to display either the outside temperature or battery voltage along with Highway/City modes. See Option Select Mode. Display reads:

Ice Warning Mode: When temperature drops to 32F display reads:

Unit then gives a unique warning tone. This will only hap- pen once after the unit is first turned on. When either Hi T or Lo T is displayed the limits of the temperature sensor have been reached. Note: Temperature may rise while vehicle is stopped and idling, this is normal.

Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 See option select mode to turn this feature on.

Note: Selecting POP OFF turns VG-2 ON.

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City/City 1/City 2 Mode W h i s t l e rs Three Stage City Mode is designed to reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers, intrusion alarms and other devices which share frequencies with police radar. Generally X band is used for these devices. P ress C i t y to engage City. Display re a d s :

P ressing C i t y a second time engages City 1. Display re a d s :

P ressing C i t y a third time engages City 2. Display re a d s :

P ressing C i t y a fourth time cancels City Modes and re t u rn s the unit to Highway Mode. Display re a d s :

In City Mode, weak speed/safety radar signals give an initial a l a rm of two beeps, and then remains quiet unless the signal becomes very strong. When the signal strength increases, two additional beeps are provided. In City 1 Mode, only the X band sensitivity is lowered. City 1 & City 2 Modes operate the same as Highway Mode, but in City 1 Mode, only the X- band sensitivity is lowered. In City 2 Mode, X-band is not detected. C A U T I O N : When selecting this mode, some towns/small cities may still be using X band radar.

If Auto Quiet is engaged in City 1 or City 2 modes and the unitre c e i v e s a strong radar signal, the unit perf o rms the Auto Quiet feature . City Modes do not change the audio alert for laser or VG-2.

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D i m / D a r k / Te m p e r a t u re / Voltage Modes Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. P ress D a r k to reduce illumination to a Dim setting. Display re a d s :

P ressing D a r k a second time engages Dark Mode. Display re a d s :

Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode, the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds after, then the display returns to the dimmer setting. P ressing D a r k a third time re s t o res full illumination to the display.

The Dark Button will allow the display to momentarily switch to the outside temperature re a d i n g . P ress and hold D a r k for 2 seconds until unit beeps once then release. Display switches:

If Te m p e r a t u re or Battery Voltage is programmed (see Option Select Mode), pressing and holding D a r k for 2 seconds will momentarily switch to the other reading. Example:

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H o r i z o n t a l / Ve rtical Vi e w i n g The display can be mounted in 3 diff e rent ways and displayed corre c t l y :

H o r i z o n t a l l y

Upside Down

Ve rt i c a l l y

See Option Select Mode on page 13 to change display viewing.

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Option Select Mode Entering Option Select Mode allows you to customize options such as Tone Select, Real Voice, Abbreviated Power Up Sequence test and VG-2 Mode. When selecting options, Dark (D)=yes, City (C)=no, Quiet (Q)=next selection. Any one of these must be pressed within 20 seconds or options mode will automatically be exited. To enter: Press Q: *Display To Change, Option:

Reads: Reads:

For 2 Seconds TONE 3 D or C Tone1, Tone 2

2nd time TEST YES D = YES X, K, Ka Audio tones C = NO 1 beep during

Power Up 3rd time TEMP F D or C Changes Temp

Reading 4th time TEMP NO D = YES Temp ON

C = NO Temp OFF

5th time BATT NO D = YES Battery Voltage ON C = NO Battery Voltage OFF

6th time POP ON D = YES Turns POP Mode ON C = NO Turns POP Mode OFF

7th time SR OFF D = ON Turns Safety Radar ON C = OFF Tu rns Safety Radar OFF

8th time X ON D = ON Turns X Band ON C = OFF Turns X Band OFF

9th time K ON D = ON Turns K Band ON C = OFF Turns K Band OFF

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Stay Alert Feature The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a drivers alertness. To engage (when unit is not alarming):

Press and hold City for 2 seconds. Display reads:

Within 30-60 seconds two beeps are sounded; to show a l e rtness, the driver must press either the Dark, City or Q u i e t button within 3-5 seconds. If the button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is re p e a t e d .

If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds alarm sounds and the display re a d s :

Press P/V to exit.

WA R N I N G ! ! ! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT operate a vehicle if you are d ro w s y. During extended periods of vehicle operation, you should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance on the Stay A l e rt feature may result in vehicle damage, personal injury or death. NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE D R O W S Y.

Integrated Real Voice

When selected and Optional Voice Module is connected, Real Voice will be used to articulate the following: 1. Band Identification 2. Safety Warning System messages NOTE: In certain cases the voice message does not

replicate the text message. 3. Feature Selection

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Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts When X, K or Ka is detected the band ID and signal strength is displayed. The audio alert is continuous and has a geiger counter-like pattern. The faster the beep the closer or stronger the radar source. Example:

1 = weak signal, 9 = strong signal

Pulse Protection

When a pulse type signal (instant on strong signal) is detected an urgent 3 second audio warning is sounded and the display reads:

After 3 seconds standard alert pattern continues.

RADAR ALERT

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10th time Ka ON D = ON Turns Ka Band ON C = OFF Turns Ka Band OFF

11th time Laser ON D = ON Turns Laser ON C = OFF Turns Laser OFF

12th time Voice OFF D = ON Real Voice ON C = OFF Real Voice OFF

13th time DSP NOR D or C Normal Vertical Reversed

*Factory settings. Press and hold P/V twice anytime to exit. NOTE: Turning POP Mode off, turns on VG-2.

Teach/Tutorial Mode Provides simulated alerts for each type of signal. P ress C i t y and Q u i e t simultaneously and release. Display re a d s :

Quiet mode can also be accessed while Teach/Tutorial mode is engaged. Press P/V to exit. Voice Module Port Allows you to use an optional Whistler Voice Module, Ord e r Code 202971 (See accessory page for ordering, option mode for programming). Any other device may damage the unit and void your warranty. When mute or auto quiet modes a re engaged, the audio will be cancelled to the voice port.

Rear Laser Port Allows you to use an additional optional laser receiver for enhanced coverage for the rear of the vehicle. NOTE: Front and rear laser modual for front windsheild included.

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LASER/VG-2 ALERTS

VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts Note: You must turn POP feature OFF in option select mode before it will detect VG-2. When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector hides its own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG-2.

Text message confirms detection of VG-2.

E v e ry 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 a re provided, indicating an all clear condition. During VG-2 A l e rt X, K, and Ka band signals cannot be received. Having a laser/radar detector does not make you invisible and immune to laser/radar guns. As in the case with detecting instant-on r a d a r, there are some circumstances that the VG-2 may detect you laser/radar detector before the laser/radar can detect the VG-2 signal in time to hide. (Refere n c e page XX for Radar Detector Detector information.)

Alert Priority When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is:

1. Laser 2. VG-2 3. Speed Radar 4. Safety Radar

Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly VG-2 is detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X band alert.

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Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor Road Surface:

Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning System transmitters. In communities where transmitters are located, the Safety Warning System displays over 60 text messages. When Safety Radar is detected the audio alert is geiger counter- l i k e .

Laser Audio/Visual Alerts When a laser signal is detected the word Laser and sig- nal strength is displayed, the audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds. Example:

The more ||| the closer the laser source.

An asterisk is displayed when the optional rear antenna receives a signal. Example:

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COMMUNICATION BREAKDOWN

Communication Breakdown If a problem arises between the inside control panel and the outside antenna, the unit will give a unique audio tone. The display reads:

If a R error occurs: Press P/V to turn unit off. Check connection in back of control panel. Perform reset features. See dealer/installer.

If a T error occurs: Press P/V to turn off unit. Check connection in back of control panel. See dealer/installer. NOTE: This T error occurs only at Power Up.

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Reset Features All user features can be reset to factory settings.

Remove Power from unit. Press and hold P/V and Quiet. Apply power to the unit. Wait for 2 beeps. Release P/V and Quiet. Unit is now reset.

1. Audio to level (5). 2. Display reads Highway. 3. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display. 4. Auto Quiet Mode OFF. 5. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF. 6. Voice OFF. 7. POP Mode ON. 8. Safety OFF. 9. Full Power Up sequence. 10. Default TONE 3. 11. BATT OFF. 12. TEMP OFF. 13. Display to Normal orientation. 14. Unit ON or OFF.

Care And Maintenance Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly onto the unit. The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the unit. Also, do not use any abrasive cleaners on the units exterior.

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ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?

In Most States YES! Laser detectors are completely legal in every state, (with the exception of Virginia and Washington, D.C., which have local regulations restricting the use of radar receivers in any vehicle), when used in automobiles or light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.). Concerning trucks over 10,000 lbs., the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) issued a regulation, effec- tive January, 1994 which prohibits radar and laser detector use in these types of vehicles nationally. Prior to the FHWA regulation, laws existed in the state of New York restricting the use of radar detectors in trucks over 18,000 lbs. and in Illinois in trucks over 26,000 lbs.

FCC ID HSXWH06

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device many not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT FCC requirements state that changes or modifications not e x p ressly approved by Whistler could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered and designed to exacting quality standards to provide you with reliable, tro u b l e - f re e operation. If your unit has been correctly installed following the guidelines in this manual, but is not operating optimally, please refer to the troubleshooting guide below. P R O B L E M : No display or audio. Check fuse in power cable, replace if necessary. Check fuse in fuse box, replace if necessary. Make sure power cable is properly gro u n d e d .

P R O B L E M : Unit alarms when vehicle equipment or electrical accessories (brakes, power mirrors/windows, directionals, horn, etc.) Check conditions of vehicles electrical system, including battery

and altern a t o r. Install a filter capacitor (470 mfd. 25 volt or larger capacitance

value) where power connection is made.

P R O B L E M : Audio alerts are not loud enough. Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode. Check audio level setting.

P R O B L E M : Display shows R erro r. Also see page 19. Wa rning communicates loss of link between control panel and

Radar antenna. Check antenna connection at back of control panel. Contact factory, if you suspect antenna is defective.

If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by information in this Troubleshooting Guide, please call Whistler Customer S e rvice at 1-800-531-0004 before re t u rning your unit for serv i c e .

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SPEED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES

of the laser guns narrow beam. A radar transmission can cover more than a four-lane highway at a distance of 1,000 feet, comp a re d with a laser transmission which covers about 3 feet at the s a m e distance. For best protection, keep these points in mind: Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see

through. If you cant see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances are your detector wont either.

The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the same as a radar detector. Laser guns are most often used at short range.

Whistler Laser/Radar detectors receive all current laser g u n s which operate at a laser wavelength of 905 +/- 10mm. Pro Laser I II III LT1 20-20 Ultra Lyte

Other Speed Detection Systems Several techniques other than radar or laser are used to measure vehicle speeds. When these methods are being used, no detector can provide a warning. These techniques include: Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and matches your

driving speed. Vascar/Aircraft - The time it takes a vehicle to travel a

known distance is measured.

Radar Detector Detectors (VG-2) Spectre The Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2, is one type of micro w a v e receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector. Because its purpose is to identify persons driving with radar detectors, these devices are known as a radar detector detector(RDD). An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to identify radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught, in a state or country where

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Radar Facts A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain frequencies which reflect off objects and are then picked up by the radar guns receiving section. When a radar beam reflects off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift occurs. The radar unit convert s this shift into miles per hour to d e t e rmine your vehicles speed. Currently, the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band (33.400 - 36.000 GHz). NOTE: A radar detector will not alarm if an officer is not transmitting on any one of the above radar bands.

POP Mode POP Mode is a feature on some newer radar guns o p e r a t- ing on K and Ka bands. When the gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief burst of energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is transmitted and the v e h i c l e s speed is quickly acquired. A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission. This detector has the power to re p o rt this new gun where other detectors cannot!

Total Band Protection

Complete Band Coverage that detects laser, radar, VG-2 and safety radar bands.

Laser Facts I t s well documented that many radar guns cannot re l i a b l y p ro v i d e the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a g ro u p of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a specific v e h i c l e out of a line of traffic and determine its speed. The a d v a n t a g e of laser over radar in terms of target identification is the result

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

When returning a unit for service under warranty, please follow these instructions: 1. Ship both the control panel and antenna (CAUTION: DO NOT CUT WIRES when removing the antenna as this will void the war- r a n t y.) in the original carton or in a suitable s t u rd y equivalent, fully insured, with return receipt requested to:

Whistler Repair Dept. 1201 North Dixieland Rd

Rogers, AR. 72756 Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.

I M P O RTA N T: Whistler will not assume responsibility for loss or damage i n c u rred in shipping. There f o re, please ship your unit i n s u red with re t u rn receipt requested. C O D s will not be accepted.

2. Include with your unit the following information, clearly printed: Your name and street address (for shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone

number and e-mail addresss if applicable. (No P.O. Box please.) A detailed description of the problem (e.g., Unit per forms self-test but

does not respond to radar). A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of sale.

3. Be certain your unit is re t u rned with its serial number. For re f e rence, please write your units serial number in the following space: Antenna s/n ________________________________________ C o n t rol Panel s/n ____________________________________ Laser Receiver s/n____________________________________.

Units without serial numbers are not covered under warr a n t y.

IMPORTANT: To validate that your unit is within the warranty period, make sure you keep a copy of your dated store receipt. You may register your warranty online at www.whistlergroup.com, however, for warranty verification purposes, a copy of your dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for warranty work.

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detectors are illegal, (see page 21), drivers risk losing their radar detector and receiving a fine. In addition, instant-on r a d a r is almost always used in combination with a RDD, leaving u n s u s p e c t i n g motorists vulnerable to receiving two tickets one potentially for speeding, the other for possession of a detector. NOTE: Having a radar detector capable of detecting the VG-2 may alert you to the presence of a speed trap. The newest tool Police have to detect radar detectors is called Spectre . As of this printing. Spectre can detect all undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors on the market.

It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.

Consumer Warranty This Whistler detector is warranted to the original purchaser for a p e r i o d of five years from the date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. This limited w a rranty is void if the unit is abused, modified, installed impro p e r l y, if the housing and/or serial numbers have been re m o v e d . T h e re are no express warranties covering this product other t h a n those set forth in this warr a n t y. All express or implied warr a n t i e s for this pro d u c t a re limited to the above time. Whistler is not liable for damages arising from the use, misuse, or operation of this pro d u c t . NOTE: This warranty does not include installation or reinstallation charg e s .

Service Under Warranty During the warranty period, defective units will be repaired without charge to the purchaser when returned with a dated s t o re receipt to the address below. Units re t u rned without dated s t o re receipt will be handled as described in section S e rv i c e Out Of Wa rr a n t y. Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing a laser/radar receiver, there are no authorized s e rvice stations for Whistler brand detectors other than Whistler.

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Dimensions: Antenna: 1.4"H x 4"W x3.6"L Control Panel: .8 L x 2.8 W x 2.3 H Laser: 1.9H x .9W x .7L

Weight: Antenna: 7.5 oz. Control Panel: 2 oz.

Laser Wavelength: 905 50 nanometers (nm)

Radar Frequencies: 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band) 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band ) 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)

Operating Temperature Range: -20 C to +80 C (-4 F to +176 F)

Power Requirements: Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 200mA nominal

One or more U.S. patents may apply: #5,146,227; #5,379,456; #5,666,120, and #5,990,821.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Service Out Of Warranty Units will be repaired at out of warranty service rates when:

The units original warranty has expired. Dated store receipt is not supplied. The unit has been returned without its serial number. The unit has been abused, modified, installed

improperly, or had its housing removed.

The minimum out of warranty service fee for your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you require out of warranty service, please return your unit as outlined in the section Service Under Warranty along with a certified check or money order for $55.00. Payment may also be made by M a s t e r C a rd, VISA or American Express; personal checks are not accepted.

In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum $55.00 service fee, you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you. If you elect not to have your unit repaired, it will be returned to you and your repair fee refunded. CODs will not be accepted! Therefore, please ship your unit insured with return receipt requested.

IMPORTANT: When returning your unit for service, be certain to include a daytime telephone number and email address (if applicable).

Customer Service If you have questions concerning the operation of your Whistler detec- tor, or require service during or after the warranty period, please call:

Customer Service at: 1-800-531-0004

Representatives are available to answer your questions Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m (CT). or visit the FAQs at www.whistlergroup.com

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ACCESSORY ORDER FORM

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PLEASE SHIP TO: Name: __________________________________________ Street: __________________________________________ City: ________________ State: ______ Zip:________ Telephone Number: (______) ______________________

Order Code/Description Quantity Total Price $

Subtotal Sales Tax (if Applicable) Shipping and Handling* $7.50 Total Enclosed $

SEND ORDER FORM WITH CERTIFIED CHECK OR MONEY ORDER TO:

Whistler CTS PO Box 1844

Bentonville, AR 72712

IF PAYING BY MASTERCARD, VISA OR AMERICAN EXPRESS PLEASE PROVIDE:

Type of Card ___MasterCard ___Visa ___American Express Name on Card: ____________________________________ Card Number: _____________________________________ Expiration Date: ___________________________________ Cardholder Signature: ______________________________ *For expedited shipping costs, contact Whistler Customer Service, 1-800-531-0004

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These, and other accessories, can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling 1-800-531-0004 or visit our online store at www.whistlergroup.com.

Order Description Price Code

202971 Voice Module $79.95

202895 Optional Rear Laser Module Call for pricing

Shipping and handling (per order) $7.50

Prices are subject to change without notice.

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If you want to find out how the PRO3450 Whistler works, you can view and download the Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual on the Manualsnet website.

Yes, we have the Owner's Manual for Whistler PRO3450 as well as other Whistler manuals. All you need to do is to use our search bar and find the user manual that you are looking for.

The Owner's Manual should include all the details that are needed to use a Whistler PRO3450. Full manuals and user guide PDFs can be downloaded from Manualsnet.com.

The best way to navigate the Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual is by checking the Table of Contents at the top of the page where available. This allows you to navigate a manual by jumping to the section you are looking for.

This Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual consists of sections like Table of Contents, to name a few. For easier navigation, use the Table of Contents in the upper left corner.

You can download Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual free of charge simply by clicking the “download” button in the upper right corner of any manuals page. This feature allows you to download any manual in a couple of seconds and is generally in PDF format. You can also save a manual for later by adding it to your saved documents in the user profile.

To be able to print Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual, simply download the document to your computer. Once downloaded, open the PDF file and print the Whistler PRO3450 Laser Radar Detector Owners Manual as you would any other document. This can usually be achieved by clicking on “File” and then “Print” from the menu bar.