OWNER’S MANUAL STINGER S650 ALL-BAND RADAR AND LASER DETECTOR WITH VG-2, POP™ ULTRA-K MODES AND ULTRA-X / RADAR DETECTION
Contents • Contents • Congratulations! • Package Contents • Identifying parts of the unit • Basic Features and Controls • Feature descriptions • Installing the Unit Mounting guidelines Windshield mounting Hook-and-Loop Mounting Changing the Panel • Operation • Power On • Volume control • Blue backlit display • Mute on/off selection (Mute mode) • Highway/City mode selection • Tutorial mode • Compass Calibration Set-up • Menu Mode 1. Voice Alert Language selection 2. VG-2 detection On/Off selection 3.
Congratulations! You have purchased the STINGER S650, the newest radar/laser detector. The STINGER S650, incorporates the advanced new antenna technology and extremely low power-consuming circuitry to ensure top-class performance. The STINGER S650, is a complete integrated laser/radar detector, which detects all police radar guns, including Ultra-X and Ultra-K pulse mode radars, as well as laser guns. Besides, STINGER S650 is able to detect signals of VG-2 (devices detecting radar-detectors).
Fastener Tape Changeable Panel STINGER 650 Basic Features and Controls Stinger S650 4 Radar detector
Feature descriptions • • • • • • • • • • • • protection against all radar bands (X, K, and super wide Ka) 360° laser coverage against all laser guns VG-2 signal Detection Capabilities pulse signal Detection Capabilities digital compass display mode city mode to virtually eliminate false radar alerts user selectable brightness and mute on/off power on/off and volume control wheel BLUE BACKLIT DIGITAL Text Display tutorial mode to demonstrate operations memory to retain previously set operational modes after
4. Bend the angle of the windshield mounting bracket, if necessary, to adjust for best viewing and detection angle. 5. When you want to connect power from your vehicle, plug the small connector of the power cord into the 12-volt DC power input jack located on the side of the detector. 6. Plug the large adapter of the power cord into the lighter socket of your vehicle. Hook-and-Loop Mounting The hook-and-loop tape included with your detector might be the best mounting method for some dashboards.
Operation Power On Rotate the wheel controller (located on the side of the detector) until you hear it click. The STINGER radar/laser detector goes through a self-diagnosis sequence and displays the last mode previously set in memory. Volume control Use the volume thumb wheel, located on the side of the STINGER radar/laser detector to adjust volume level. Blue backlit display Press DIM/MENU button to turn on the blue backlit.
When the Compass mode is engaged, it will display a compass heading as follows. When user changes the HIGHWAY/CITY mode, it will be displayed ‘HIGHWAY’ or ‘CITY’ for two seconds and will display compass heading again. N E 4 5°° Tutorial mode The STINGER S650 radar/laser detector has a tutorial mode intended to familiarize you with the various visual displays and distinct audible alerts the unit performs.
K band signal detected operation (weak signal) K ► 1 K ►► 3 K ►►► 5 K ►►►► 7 K ►►►►► 9 (strong signal) Ka band signal detected operation Ka ► 1 Ka ►► 3 Ka ►►► 5 Ka ►►►► 7 Ka ►►►►► 9 (weak signal) (strong signal) Laser signal detected operation L A S E R VG-2 signal detected operation V G - 2 It automatically exits from the end of tutorial mode and go to ‘HIGHWAY/ CITY’ mode.
Compass Calibration Set-up Press ‘DIM/MENU’ and ‘MUTE/CITY’ buttons simultaneously more than 2 seconds to go ‘Compass Calibration Mode’. Perform the calibration on a level surface, following these steps: 1. When entering ‘Calibration mode’, it speaks “start your calibration”. 2. The Calibration will be continued until user presses any key. Please drive 2 circles and press any key when finished. It displays and toggles ‘Drive_2’ and ‘CIRCLE’ during drive.
1. Voice Alert Language selection The STINGER S650 has two voice versions, which are English and Russian voice. You can select one at the Menu mode. 2. VG-2 detection On/Off selection You can select VG-2 detection On/Off at the Menu mode. Pressing ‘DIM/ MENU’ button for 3 seconds to go to ‘Menu’ mode. 3. Voice Alert On/Off selection You can select Voice Alert On/Off at the Menu mode. When the detector is set to VOICE ON, you will be notified by voice and visual alerts.
Troubleshooting If the detector does not turn on: • Make sure that the POWER is in the ON position. • Check the power cord or battery. Be sure all power connectors are properly installed. • Check the fuse that controls power to the cigarette lighter socket. See your vehicles owner's manual. • The cigarette lighter socket might be dirty. Clean it with fine emery cloth to ensure a good, clean connection. • Vehicle electrical problem exists.
Care and Maintenance Here are some tips to help you care for your STINGER S650: • To prevent theft, remove your STINGER radar/laser detector from your windshield or dashboard when you leave your vehicle. • Avoid extended exposure to direct sunlight. Remove your STINGER radar/laser detector from your windshield when your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time. On hot days the temperature inside your vehicle can reach levels that could damage your STINGER radar/laser detector.
