Operating Instructions for your Cobra® 6 Band® Extra Sensory Detection® Radar/Laser Detector Model ESD-6050 LE Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
Introduction Introduction Use of this product is not intended to, and does not, ensure that the motorist and any passenger will not be involved in a traffic accident. It is only intended to alert the motorist that an emergency or service vehicle equipped with a CODE 3, or Cobra® Safety Alert Transmitter is in the area as defined by the range of the product. Please call your local Fire/Police department to verify if coverage exists in your area.
Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to You 8 1. On/Off Volume Control Thank you for purchasing the Cobra® ESD-6050 LE Radar/Laser Detector. Properly used, this Cobra® Cobra® Customer Service product will give you many years of reliable service. Live operators are available 2. Mute Button 3. Audio Alerts Speaker 4. Highway/City Button 5. Band Indicators Customer Support 3 6. Windshield Bracket Mount 2 7. 12V DC Power Jack 1 4 8.
How to Use Your Cobra® ESD® Radar/Laser Detector Contents Introduction..................................................................A1 Safety Alert® Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators................................................A2 Our Thanks to You......................................................A3 Customer Support ...................................................A3 Features ..........................................................................
Installation Installation Location Location Selecting the proper location to mount the Cobra® ESD-6050 LE is very important for optimum performance. Both radar and laser transmissions pass through glass but not through other objects. For this reason the Cobra® ESD-6050 LE lenses must not be blocked. It is best to locate your detector as low on the front windshield as possible. Windshield Mounting Windshield Mounting 1 Attach cups to bracket. 2 Attach bracket to windshield.
Installation Quick Start Dash Mounting Dash Mounting Turn On and Adjust Volume Turn On and Adjust Volume OFF 1 Note It will be easy for you to remove and reinstall your Cobra® ESD-6050 LE detector at any time using this hook and loop material on the dashboard. Peel protective paper off one side of hook and loop material. 2 Place on dash. 1 Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to left (away from you). An audible “tone” will indicate the unit is on. PWR LED on front of unit is illuminated.
Quick Start Set Muting Mode Operation Set Muting Mode Highway/City Mode Auto Muting Automatically reduces volume of alert in progress after 4 seconds. The Highway/City function is controlled by a 2-step button. The Highway mode is automatically engaged when the unit is powered up. In the City mode, false radar alerts will be reduced. Highway/City Mode Note In or near cities, there are many sources of false radar signals such as microwave relay towers and automatic door openers.
Operation Detection Muting Mode Note Muting Mode Band Detection The ESD-6050 LE offers two Mute Modes; Auto and Manual. To switch between these modes: This detector is designed to detect X, K, Superwide Ka Band Radar, Laser (including LTI 20-20*, Ultra Lyte* and ProLaser* technologies), VG-2, and Safety Alert signals.
Detection Detection Radar Radar The display will show the band (X, K/Ka).The signal strength will be indicated by increasing frequency of the beeps and the blinking indicators. VG-2 Alert® VG-2 Undetectable The Cobra® ESD-6050 LE is undetectable by police VG-2 detection devices. It will alert you when one is in use near your vehicle. The L/W LED on the front of the unit will blink.
Detection Radar/VG-2/ Laser Alerts Detection Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts 12 Type of Audible Signal Interpretation and Response Your COBRA® ESD-6050 LE starts to signal slowly, then increases in rate very rapidly. Most likely police radar. FULL ALERT. Your COBRA® ESD-6050 LE signals just once. Most likely a false source, or could be pulsed radar. Exercise Caution. Very fast signal rate instantly. Radar or VG-2 close by has been suddenly switched on. FULL ALERT.
Detection Detection Radar Frequencies Radar Frequencies There are now three frequencies that have been approved by the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) for use in speed monitoring equipment. They are: X Band (10.525 GHz), K Band (24.150 GHz) Ka Band (33.400-36.000 GHz) Your Cobra® ESD-6050 LE can detect signals in all three radar bands including photo radar and STALKER radar which use the Ka band, and Cobra®’s Safety Alert signals on the K band.
Limited One Year Warranty GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS Specifications A. FREQUENCIES 10.525 GHz ± 50 MHz 2. K BAND 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz 3. Ka BAND 33.4 - 36.0 GHz 4. VG-2 11.4 GHz - 11.7 GHz 5. Safety Alert 24.07, 24.11, 24.19 GHz 6. Laser 300 THz - 375 THz B. UNIT DIMENSIONS 3.6” x 2.8” x 1.1” QUALITY SEAL Cobra® Electronics Corporation QUALITY SEAL 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.
Optional Accessories Accessory Order Form Item # Description 420-080-N-001 420-080-N-002 545-139-N-001 Straight 12V Power Cord Curled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Prices subject to change without notice. Straight 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse 420-080-N-001 Curled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse 420-080-N-002 Windshield Mounting Bracket Includes suction cups 545-139-N-001 Tax Table Illinois residents add 8.
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