Whistler 1655 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

1655

LASER/RADAR DETECTOR

If you have questions concerning the

operation of this Whistler product

please call consumer relations:

1-800-531-0004

Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm CST

Please keep the receipt in a safe

place. If the unit is returned without a

dated proof of purchase an out of

warranty service charge applies.

Note: Your warranty period begins at

the time of purchase. The warranty is

validated only by return of the

Warranty Validation card.

Now is the time to record the serial

number of the unit in the space

provided in the warranty section of

the manual.

INTRODUCTION

Dear Whistler Owner,

For many of us, a vehicle is more than just transportation. It

can be a mobile office, communications or entertainment

center, or simply an expression of our personality. Whistler

products are designed to make the time you spend in your

vehicle more productive, more fulfilling, safer, or just simply

more fun. Our mission is to provide products that improve

your driving experience.

Your new Whistler 1655 laser/radar detector detects all radar,

laser and safety radar systems, plus offers Whistler’s exclusive

Real Voice™ technology .

To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of the Whistler

1655 and to better understand the differences between

detecting radar, laser and safety radar signals, we recom-

mend reading this entire manual.

Enjoy the Whistler 1655 and please drive safely.

Sincerely,

THE WHISTLER GROUP

Topic Page

Model Features Summary....................................................3 - 5

Installation .............................................................................6 - 8

• Mounting Guidelines

• Dash/Visor/Windshield Mounting

• Power Connection And Fuse Replacement

Operation ............................................................................9 - 12

• Power On And Self-Test

• Feature Engaged Confirmation

• Integrated Real Voice™

• Auto Quiet/Quiet Modes

• City Mode

• Highway Mode

• Engaging/Disengaging VG-2 Detection

• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode

Radar, Laser And VG-2 Alerts ..........................................13 - 16

• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

• Pulse Protection®

• Safety Radar Audio/Visual Alerts

• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts

• VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts

• Alert Priority

• Care and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Guide............................................................17

Are Detectors Legal?...............................................................18

Speed Monitoring Technologies.....................................19 - 20

• Radar Facts

• Laser Facts

• Other Speed Detection Systems

• Radar Detector Detectors

Warranty Information........................................................21 - 23

Specifications............................................................................24

Accessories ...............................................................................25

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WHISTLER FEATURES

Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a

new level of operating convenience. Special features

include:

1. Bracket Release Button – Provides quick and easy

release of the mounting bracket.

2. Power Jack – Provides connection for the power cord.

3. Speaker – Provides distinct audio and Real Voice™

warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and the

VG-2.

4. Power/Volume Control – Turns unit on/off and adjusts

audio level.

5. High Visibility Display – Provides distinct visual confir-

mation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates

engaged modes of operation.

Whistler 1655

WHISTLER FEATURES

6. CITY Button – Reduces the annoyance of false alerts

typically encountered in urban driving areas.

7. VG-2 Button – Press and hold (for two seconds) to

engage or disengage VG-2.

8. QUIET/Auto Quiet Button – Pressing QUIET before a

signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode. Pressing

QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio

alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.

9. Laser Antenna (Rear) – An integrated optical wave-

guide provides superior detection of laser signals trans-

mitted from behind.

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

provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-

edge laser detection.

11. Radar Antenna – Compact, high-efficiency antenna

receives radar signals.

12. Mounting Bracket Location – Slot holds mounting

bracket firmly.

WHISTLER FEATURES

Accessories

Accessories included are highly functional and easy to use.

Power Cord - Connects to the unit’s power jack and your

vehicle’s lighter socket.

Windshield Bracket - Allows installation of unit on your

vehicle’s windshield.

Hook & Loop Fasteners - Designed to secure the unit on

a level dashboard.

INSTALLATION

Mounting Guidelines

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

windshield.

•Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mir-

rored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal sur-

faces which can affect radar and laser signals and reduce crit-

icalwarningtime.(Regulartintedglassdoesnot affectrecep-

tion.)

•Some newer windshields have an Instaclear™or

Electriclear™ type coating, which affect radar signals.

Consult your dealer or the owner’s manual supplied with

your vehicle to determine if your windshield has this coating.

•Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield.

•To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your unit when

not in use.

Windshield Mounting

•Install the two suction cups and rubber bumper onto the

bracket by fitting them into their holes.

•Press the suction cups onto the windshield at the location

you have chosen. IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a

plastic safety coating on the inside of the windshield. The

windshield bracket may leave permanent marks on this

type of surface. To find out if your vehicle has this type of

windshield, check the owner’s manual or ask your dealer.

We recommend that you do not leave the suction cup

bracket on the window in direct sunlight. If the detector

is removed, this may cause blistering of the dash in some

vehicles.

•Slide the detector onto the bracket until it locks into place.

• If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the wind-

INSTALLATION

shield bracket. Press the bracket release button and remove

the detector before bending.

Dash Mounting

•Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is

relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl

alcohol if necessary to remove any waxes or polishes.

•Separate the fastener strips. Peel the paper backing off

each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the other

piece to the bottom of the unit, taking care not to cover

the serial number.

Be careful not to place the fastener strip over the unit’s serial number. If the

fastener strip is removed, the serial number may be pulled off the unit. Units

without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.

INSTALLATION

Visor Mounting (optional accessory)

• Slide the visor bracket into the bracket mounting slot.

• Clip the visor bracket onto the visor making sure it is

relatively level and has a clear view of the road.

Power Connection

• Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power

jack.

• Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

Fuse Replacement

The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2

amp 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. To replace the

fuse, carefully unscrew the tip of the plug. (IMPORTANT:

Unscrew slowly. The tip contains a spring which may fly out

when disassembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and

screw on the tip. With use, screw cap on plug may loosen.

Retighten occasionally.

Unscrew the tip of the lighter socket plug carefully when replacing the 2 amp

fuse. 8

Insert into bracket mounting slot. Do not bend this

section of bracket.

Slide on view

Other manuals for 1655

Table of contents

Other Whistler Radar Detector manuals

Popular Radar Detector manuals by other brands

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9700 operating instructions

Inforad

Inforad v3 user manual

Cobra

Cobra ESD9200 How to use

Escort

Escort C65 owner's manual

Cobra

Cobra SPX 7800BT Specifications

Escort

Escort max 360c quick reference

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9940 operating instructions

Lowrance

Lowrance LRA-2400 instruction manual

Cobra

Cobra ESD-9160 operating instructions

Stinger

Stinger VIP installation manual

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9430 operating instructions

Cobra

Cobra Pro 9680 Important information

Escort

Escort SmartRadar quick reference

Radenso

Radenso Pro M-Edition user manual

Rocky Mountain

Rocky Mountain RMR-D250 user manual

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9645 operating instructions

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9730 operating instructions

Cobra

Cobra XRS 9775 operating instructions