0163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM TM Ultimate Performance. Proven Technology.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing an EXPRESS 926 or EXPRESS 916 Radar/Laser/Safety detector. Your new unit offers the most advanced technology available for detecting all Radar and Laser speed monitoring devices. In addition, EXPRESS 926 features Digital Voice Messages for Radar/Laser and sws™. To ensure maximum benefit from your unit, please read all instructions before operation. Remember, owning a Radar detector does not give you a license to speed.
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10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM PROFILE OF FEATURES 9 8 5 10 1 11 2 7 6 4 P/V (Power/Volume) Button: pressing P/V briefly will turn the unit ON. Pressing P/V a second time will bypass the power up test sequence. Holding the P/V and holding will change the audio level. 3 1. 2. sws™ Indicator: illumination of green Safety Warning System® confirms potential road hazards ahead. LED 3.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM 8. Antenna Opening: Radar and sws™ signals are received by a patented diecast antenna with integrated transition to microstrip mixer. 9. Laser Optical Sensors: collect Laser signals from in front and behind. 10. Audio Alert Speaker: all audible alerts and Digital Voice Messages are emitted from this location. 11. Power Jack: EXPRESS 926 and EXPRESS 916 operate in any vehicle with a 12 volt DC negative ground system (10.5 volt to 16 volt range).
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Adjusting the Audio Level Once your unit has completed the power-up test sequence, the audio level can be adjusted by holding the P/V button down. As you hear the audio level change, the digits 1-9 in the Digital Disiplay provide a visual reference of the audio level. To reverse the direction in which the audio level increases/ decreases, briefly release, then hold down the P/V button again.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM more rapid as the strength of the Radar signal increases. With this mode engaged, the automatic mute mode enables you to conveniently monitor extended encounters without having to manually mute or adjust the volume setting. To return to the continuous audio alert pattern, press the AUD button a second time while the unit is not alarming.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Activating the City X Mode will not change Super Wideband Ka, K or instant-on X band Radar alert patterns. Note—the CTY mode does not change the presentation of alerts for Laser sws™ or VG-2 signals. City ALL (X/K/Ka) -Model 926 only City ALL provides an alternated approach for improving X, K and Ka band selectivity and is ideal for use in areas with a high level of microwave trasmissions which can cause falsing on all three bands.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL Digit #1 solid—sws™ is ON Digit #1 flashing—sws™ is 5/2/02 1:26 PM OFF VG-2 Guard® Alert—DIGIT #2 When ON, unit will detect signals from Interceptor VG-2 transmitters. Factory setting is OFF. Use of VG-2 Guard® is recommended only in areas known to use the Interceptor VG-2.
163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Entering Selectable Features Mode 1. With the unit OFF, press and hold the CTY button then press the P/V button. The amber X LED will illuminate and a short “beep” will sound. 2. Immediately after the “beep”, digit #1 will appear and indicate the status of the sws™ Selectable Feature. To select digit #2 (VG-2 Guard®), press the CTY button again.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM 1. Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location. Choose a location where the unit will not be hazardous in case of an accident. 2. For optimum detection, position your unit with a clear, unobstructed view of the road from the front and rear. 3. Do not allow the unit to make contact with the windshield. This will eliminate unnecessary vibration. 4. Avoid placing your unit in direct sunlight.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 2. 5/2/02 1:26 PM Slide the visor bracket onto the top of the detector until it snaps into place. Clip the detector to the edge of the sun visor nearest the windshield. Windshield Mounting 1. Remove the mounting bracket cover on top of the unit by pressing on the raised dots and pushing outward. Store the cover in a safe place. 2.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Power Jack Your BEL detector operates on 13.8 volts DC and receives power from the cigarette lighter socket. The cigarette lighter plug has been designed to fit universally in all sockets. The lighter socket must be clean and well grounded for proper operation. Fuse Replacement If your unit is not operating because the fuse has blown, replace the fuse as follows: 1. Carefully unscrew the tip of the cigarette lighter plug. 2.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Laser within a large “field of view” EXPRESS 926 and EXPRESS 916, incorporate BEL’S number one rated Laser detection. Twin Laser ports detect energy far outside the main Laser beam— including off-axis signals—providing the largest achievable 360° “field-of-view”. The alerts received by your unit are the same whether they are received from the front or rear. Safety Warning System® (sws™)—What is it? The Radio Association Defending Airwave Rights, Inc. (R.A.D.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Since Radar signals travel in a straight line, this Radar encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Once the signal is received, the initial warning consists of the X, K or Super Wideband Ka audio and visual alerts and the simultaneous illumination of a signal strength digit. The actual digit displayed will depend upon the strength of the signal received.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM Radar signals travel in a straight line and do not pass through earth. Consequently, police Radar aimed at the crest of a steep hill cannot be received until you are at or near the top. Warning time may be minimal (as in situation #2) since a strong signal is not present until you are near the crest of the hill. At this point, you may be nearly in the police officer's line of sight.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM signal's range very quickly and receive only a brief alert. Although many times the probable source of the false signal can be identified (supermarket, bank, commercial building, etc.), caution is advised until the source can be confirmed. The X band alert pattern caused by a non-police source can look like the initial alert produced by actual police Radar. For this reason appropriate action is required any time an alert is received.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM flashing, the VG-2 alert is over and your unit resumes scanning for Radar and sws™ signals. Note—activation of VG-2 Guard® does not affect detection of Laser signals. Safety Warning System® (sws™) Alerts With the Safety Warning System™ feature ON and an sws™ transmitter in use, your detector will alert with a unique, 2-second sws™ audio tone coupled with the illumination of the sws™ LED and the sws™ message category digit (1-5).
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION Conditions that Affect Radar Alerts If you feel your unit is not alerting properly, keep in mind that there are many conditions that influence the intensity or duration of an alert: 1. The police are using instant-on/pulsed Radar, in which case no signal is transmitted until visual contact has been made with your vehicle.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM TROUBLESHOOTING Solutions for Common Problems If your EXPRESS 926 or EXPRESS 916 is not operating properly, please refer to the outline below.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM CONSUMER WARRANTY Limited l-Year Warranty 1. This warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty does not apply if the unit has been subject to physical abuse, improper installation, modification, or if the housing or serial number of the unit has been removed. 2. BELTRONICS manufactures its products using parts and components which are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry standard practices. 3.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 9. 5/2/02 1:26 PM You must provide a copy of a dated sales receipt for your unit in order to receive service under warranty. SERVICE Warranty Service If you feel your detector is not functioning properly please review this manual, particularly the section on Performance Verification. If you still feel service is required, please follow the instructions below. 1.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM SPECIFICATIONS Radar Receiver Frequencies: l0.45 GHz to l0.60 GHz (X Band), 24.05 GHz to 24.25 GHz (K Band), 33.4 GHz to 36.0 GHz (Super Wideband Ka) Operating Temperatures: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 60°C) Power Supply Requirements: 13.8 Volts (l0.5 volt to 16 volt range), 200 mA Radar Antenna Type: Patented Diecast Horn with Integrated Transition to Microstrip Mixer Maximum Dimensions: 5.3”(L) X 3.1”(w) X 1.8”(H) Weight: 9.
10163_916-926 Op. Manual.FINAL 5/2/02 1:26 PM TM Ultimate Performance. Proven Technology. Head Office 2422 Dunwin Drive Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5L 1J9 (905) 828-1002 (905) 828-2951 FAX www.beltronics.com This product is subject to one or more of the following patents: U.S.P. #4,571,593 C.P. #1,187,586 #4,630,054 #1,187,602 #4,961,074 #1,295,714 #4,952,936 #1,295,715 #5,402,087 #5,446,923 Other Patents Pending Safety Warning System L.C.-Patents Pending.
