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Advanced PROTECTION SystemTM ®®®® with Shadow Technology® BEL 990 International RADAR • LASER • SAFETY DETECTOR RNATION EQUEN INTE CIES AL FR World's First International Frequency Radar/Laser/Safety Detector DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED OSCILLATOR Operating instructions for model 990 TM
Advanced PROTECTION SystemTM ®®®® with Shadow Technology® BEL 990 International RADAR • LASER • SAFETY DETECTOR RNATION EQUEN INTE CIES AL FR World's First International Frequency Radar/Laser/Safety Detector DIGITAL PLL SYNTHESIZED OSCILLATOR Operating instructions for model 990 TM
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... to be reprogrammed as an effective reminder to the vg-2. an industry first bel 990 International contains technology which detects International Radar frequencies, making it the choice for those looking for protection where ever they travel. shadow technology® ii bel 990 International contains Shadow Technology® II making it undetectable to send your driving...
... to be reprogrammed as an effective reminder to the vg-2. an industry first bel 990 International contains technology which detects International Radar frequencies, making it the choice for those looking for protection where ever they travel. shadow technology® ii bel 990 International contains Shadow Technology® II making it undetectable to send your driving...
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... Frequencies l page 10 Selectable Features l page 10 Entering Selectable Features Mode l page 12 Installation l page 13 General Guidelines l page 13 Understanding Radar, Laser and sws™ l page 15 Interpretation of Features l page 5 Power-Up Test Sequence/Start-up Mode l page 5 Tutorial Mode ...What are International Frequencies? table of contents Profile of Features l page 4 Description of Alerts l page 17 Radar Alerts l page 17 Instant-On/Pulsed Radar Alert l page 19 Typical False Alert (Radar) l page 19 Laser Alerts l page 20 Safety Warning System® (sws™) Alerts l page ...
... Frequencies l page 10 Selectable Features l page 10 Entering Selectable Features Mode l page 12 Installation l page 13 General Guidelines l page 13 Understanding Radar, Laser and sws™ l page 15 Interpretation of Features l page 5 Power-Up Test Sequence/Start-up Mode l page 5 Tutorial Mode ...What are International Frequencies? table of contents Profile of Features l page 4 Description of Alerts l page 17 Radar Alerts l page 17 Instant-On/Pulsed Radar Alert l page 19 Typical False Alert (Radar) l page 19 Laser Alerts l page 20 Safety Warning System® (sws™) Alerts l page ...
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... through the three start-up mode options: NORMAL, MODS (Modificaitons), Q-START (Quick Start) plus TUTORIAL MODE. 2 Text Message Display: communicates all Radar and sws™ alerts. cty (City/Highway) Button: choose between Highway mode or for discreet night travel , City X or City All modes.... 6. aud (Audio Mute/Volume Control) Button: provides manual muting of the Text Display for urban/suburban travel . Antenna Opening: Radar and sws™ signals are not affected. 4. drk (Bright/Dim/Dark) Button: provides bright, dark and fully adjustable dim settings of all mode...
... through the three start-up mode options: NORMAL, MODS (Modificaitons), Q-START (Quick Start) plus TUTORIAL MODE. 2 Text Message Display: communicates all Radar and sws™ alerts. cty (City/Highway) Button: choose between Highway mode or for discreet night travel , City X or City All modes.... 6. aud (Audio Mute/Volume Control) Button: provides manual muting of the Text Display for urban/suburban travel . Antenna Opening: Radar and sws™ signals are not affected. 4. drk (Bright/Dim/Dark) Button: provides bright, dark and fully adjustable dim settings of all mode...
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... or unplugged from weak to move backward in the display confirming your unit is ready for "LASER", "Ka AUDIO", "K AUDIO", "X AUDIO", sample Radar alert (K band signal ramping from the cigarette lighter socket, all feature settings you have selected are playing you to listen to become more familiar with...in the display along with all 60 messages. Press the cty button again to step to receive signals. Set and Forget Memory Any time bel 990 International is on . To exit Tutorial Mode, press the pwr button and your unit will display CITY or HIGHWAY depending upon the mode retained...
... or unplugged from weak to move backward in the display confirming your unit is ready for "LASER", "Ka AUDIO", "K AUDIO", "X AUDIO", sample Radar alert (K band signal ramping from the cigarette lighter socket, all feature settings you have selected are playing you to listen to become more familiar with...in the display along with all 60 messages. Press the cty button again to step to receive signals. Set and Forget Memory Any time bel 990 International is on . To exit Tutorial Mode, press the pwr button and your unit will display CITY or HIGHWAY depending upon the mode retained...
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... voltage is above 10.5, the display will cycle through various levels of Audio Alerts (Radar and sws™) Whether Auto-Mode is 10.5 to ensure proper performance of the drk button does not affect audio alerts. Voltage Warning BEL 990 International continually checks your chosen level. aud (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) Button Manual...
... voltage is above 10.5, the display will cycle through various levels of Audio Alerts (Radar and sws™) Whether Auto-Mode is 10.5 to ensure proper performance of the drk button does not affect audio alerts. Voltage Warning BEL 990 International continually checks your chosen level. aud (Auto-Mute/Volume Control) Button Manual...
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...alert will produce no audible alert until the signal strength reaches a preset level. without reducing sensitivity. In contrast, signals from non-police Radar sources are frequently encountered in urban and suburban areas, making use of alerts for at approximately 20 seconds. If the signal...see page ) Volume Control Press and hold the aud button to drive out of this mode ideal in the display coupled with police Radar - Once engaged, weak X band signals encountered will be heard for Laser or sws™. The display will exceed the preset level, causing...
...alert will produce no audible alert until the signal strength reaches a preset level. without reducing sensitivity. In contrast, signals from non-police Radar sources are frequently encountered in urban and suburban areas, making use of alerts for at approximately 20 seconds. If the signal...see page ) Volume Control Press and hold the aud button to drive out of this mode ideal in the display coupled with police Radar - Once engaged, weak X band signals encountered will be heard for Laser or sws™. The display will exceed the preset level, causing...
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...(see Selectable Features page 10). While in Gigahertz, which can cause falsing on ALL Radar Bands and is ideal for improving selectivity on all Radar bands. bel 990 International is the world's first Radar detector designed to operate anywhere you travel . City All City All mode is a ... until the signal strength reaches a preset level.When no way of using existing technology to engage your selection. bel 990 International is the world's first Radar detector designed to operate anywhere you travel . The Text Message Display will provide an initial short X, K, or ...
...(see Selectable Features page 10). While in Gigahertz, which can cause falsing on ALL Radar Bands and is ideal for improving selectivity on all Radar bands. bel 990 International is the world's first Radar detector designed to operate anywhere you travel . City All City All mode is a ... until the signal strength reaches a preset level.When no way of using existing technology to engage your selection. bel 990 International is the world's first Radar detector designed to operate anywhere you travel . The Text Message Display will provide an initial short X, K, or ...
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I City X or City All I X/K/Ka Band on or off I Auto Mute on or off I Radar/Laser Digital Voice Prompts or "beeps" I Ka Narrow (34.3 ghz +- 100 mhz)/Super Wideband Ka I Safety Warning System® on or off I Audio/Visual Scroll ... to detect all North American Radar frequencies (X, K, Super Wideband Ka). Disabling X, K or Ka Bands in Selectable Features will be selected depending upon your unit in any of the travel modes, you can select Ka Narrow (33.4 +- 100 mhz) in Selectable Features (see below). Engaging International Frequencies bel 990 International is factory preset to...
I City X or City All I X/K/Ka Band on or off I Auto Mute on or off I Radar/Laser Digital Voice Prompts or "beeps" I Ka Narrow (34.3 ghz +- 100 mhz)/Super Wideband Ka I Safety Warning System® on or off I Audio/Visual Scroll ... to detect all North American Radar frequencies (X, K, Super Wideband Ka). Disabling X, K or Ka Bands in Selectable Features will be selected depending upon your unit in any of the travel modes, you can select Ka Narrow (33.4 +- 100 mhz) in Selectable Features (see below). Engaging International Frequencies bel 990 International is factory preset to...
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... is often preferred when background noise in Selectable Features, the cty button must be required. Digital Voice prompts are not affected. Note-Because of the Radar signal increases. City X or City All When "CTY X " is selected, your selection. Note-once "CTY X" or "CTY ALL" is chosen in a vehicle is present. This...
... is often preferred when background noise in Selectable Features, the cty button must be required. Digital Voice prompts are not affected. Note-Because of the Radar signal increases. City X or City All When "CTY X " is selected, your selection. Note-once "CTY X" or "CTY ALL" is chosen in a vehicle is present. This...
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... now in the Selectable Features Mode. 2. When "K a narrw " is selected, unit will provide a slow cycling of audio/visual messages. Note-sws™ signals are detected. Radar/Laser Digital Voice Prompts With "V o i c e ON", unit will provide Digital Voice prompts followed by "tone/clicking" only. Audio/Visual Scroll Rate When "SCRLs l o w " is selected...
... now in the Selectable Features Mode. 2. When "K a narrw " is selected, unit will provide a slow cycling of audio/visual messages. Note-sws™ signals are detected. Radar/Laser Digital Voice Prompts With "V o i c e ON", unit will provide Digital Voice prompts followed by "tone/clicking" only. Audio/Visual Scroll Rate When "SCRLs l o w " is selected...
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...temperatures that you have made your previous selection. Unlike "after market" mirrored sun-screens, regular tinted glass does not affect Radar reception. Choose a location where the unit will be hazardous in doubt, check with the windshield. Avoid placing your unit ...unobstructed view of an accident. 2. exposure to water may cause damage. Instaclear is a registered Trademark of which block Radar and Laser signals and substantially reduce warning range. Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location. Two "beeps" confirm that will eliminate...
...temperatures that you have made your previous selection. Unlike "after market" mirrored sun-screens, regular tinted glass does not affect Radar reception. Choose a location where the unit will be hazardous in doubt, check with the windshield. Avoid placing your unit ...unobstructed view of an accident. 2. exposure to water may cause damage. Instaclear is a registered Trademark of which block Radar and Laser signals and substantially reduce warning range. Consider occupant safety when selecting a mounting location. Two "beeps" confirm that will eliminate...
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Remove the mounting bracket cover by pressing on page 13). Fuse Replacement 1. They are used for traffic Radar in a safe place. 2. Replace the fuse with a 1-amp, 3AG fuse. If the fuse has blown, remove the tip from the lighter plug followed by the .... be careful not to lose either piece or the spring inside the holder. (See diagram on the raised dots and pushing outward. understanding radar, laser and sws™ Three Radar Frequencies Three microwave frequencies have been allocated by the old fuse. Visor Mounting 1. Store the cover in North America. Clip the detector...
Remove the mounting bracket cover by pressing on page 13). Fuse Replacement 1. They are used for traffic Radar in a safe place. 2. Replace the fuse with a 1-amp, 3AG fuse. If the fuse has blown, remove the tip from the lighter plug followed by the .... be careful not to lose either piece or the spring inside the holder. (See diagram on the raised dots and pushing outward. understanding radar, laser and sws™ Three Radar Frequencies Three microwave frequencies have been allocated by the old fuse. Visor Mounting 1. Store the cover in North America. Clip the detector...
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In late 1990, fcc approval was introduced. The alerts provided by your unit. The concept behind this , beltronics introduced the first Radar detectors capable of view". Today, the bel 990 International detects the complete Super Wideband Ka frequency allotted for police monitoring-33.4 ghz to 36.0 ghz, as well as construction zones, accident sites and...
In late 1990, fcc approval was introduced. The alerts provided by your unit. The concept behind this , beltronics introduced the first Radar detectors capable of view". Today, the bel 990 International detects the complete Super Wideband Ka frequency allotted for police monitoring-33.4 ghz to 36.0 ghz, as well as construction zones, accident sites and...
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...than if you are approaching a stationary source. Once the signal is moving Radar, straight ahead aimed in a straight line, this Radar encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Stationary or moving toward you, the Radar signal strength will clearly indicate a "weak" signal becoming stronger...in or outside of bar graph segments as well as numerical digit [1-9] and a corresponding increase in the audio alert rate. Since Radar signals travel in your unit are affected both by the type of transmission (continuous wave or instant-on), and the position of the...
...than if you are approaching a stationary source. Once the signal is moving Radar, straight ahead aimed in a straight line, this Radar encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Stationary or moving toward you, the Radar signal strength will clearly indicate a "weak" signal becoming stronger...in or outside of bar graph segments as well as numerical digit [1-9] and a corresponding increase in the audio alert rate. Since Radar signals travel in your unit are affected both by the type of transmission (continuous wave or instant-on), and the position of the...
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...straight line and do not pass through earth. Warning time may be nearly in situation #2) since a strong signal is considerably reduced. Stationary Radar aimed around a corner Under this situation may be minimal (as in the police officer's line of travel in this circumstance, reaction time is... you may be received until you are transmitted across your direction. Once an alert is typical. Consequently, police Radar aimed at or near the crest of the signal to the source. Stationary Radar concealed by a full alert is received, expect the strength of the hill. 2.
...straight line and do not pass through earth. Warning time may be nearly in situation #2) since a strong signal is considerably reduced. Stationary Radar aimed around a corner Under this situation may be minimal (as in the police officer's line of travel in this circumstance, reaction time is... you may be received until you are transmitted across your direction. Once an alert is typical. Consequently, police Radar aimed at or near the crest of the signal to the source. Stationary Radar concealed by a full alert is received, expect the strength of the hill. 2.
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...Instant-on alert consists of signal appears suddenly when a Radar unit is received. For this reason appropriate action is required any reflected Radar signal received to Ka band Ka 9 I I I I I Typical False Alert (Radar) Ideally, a Radar detector should only alert in the same direction. However, ....As you , traveling in the presence of any time an alert is "triggered". Police Radar signals transmitted from behind . Since they are constantly changing causing the strength of police Radar. Generally, a false signal produces only a short audio and visual alert. The X band...
...Instant-on alert consists of signal appears suddenly when a Radar unit is received. For this reason appropriate action is required any reflected Radar signal received to Ka band Ka 9 I I I I I Typical False Alert (Radar) Ideally, a Radar detector should only alert in the same direction. However, ....As you , traveling in the presence of any time an alert is "triggered". Police Radar signals transmitted from behind . Since they are constantly changing causing the strength of police Radar. Generally, a false signal produces only a short audio and visual alert. The X band...
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... properly, keep in which case no signal is transmitted until visual contact has been made with your vehicle. performance verification Conditions that Affect Radar Alerts If you feel your unit is not properly alerting to the road, around a curve, or just over the crest of a ...mind that influence the intensity or duration of you. 2. The police are many conditions that there are using instant-on reflected signals from Radar directed at traffic traveling ahead of an alert: 1. Conditions that the Laser beam can absorb transmitted signals before they reach your vehicle, again...
... properly, keep in which case no signal is transmitted until visual contact has been made with your vehicle. performance verification Conditions that Affect Radar Alerts If you feel your unit is not properly alerting to the road, around a curve, or just over the crest of a ...mind that influence the intensity or duration of you. 2. The police are many conditions that there are using instant-on reflected signals from Radar directed at traffic traveling ahead of an alert: 1. Conditions that the Laser beam can absorb transmitted signals before they reach your vehicle, again...
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... inserted Fuse in power cord is not operating properly, please refer to Friday, 9 am-5 pm est, for lighter socket defective Antenna/lens opening partially blocked Radar signals unable to pass through windshield High concentration of non-police X band sources Dim or dark mode engaged Corrective Procedure Reinsert plug and rotate Replace...
... inserted Fuse in power cord is not operating properly, please refer to Friday, 9 am-5 pm est, for lighter socket defective Antenna/lens opening partially blocked Radar signals unable to pass through windshield High concentration of non-police X band sources Dim or dark mode engaged Corrective Procedure Reinsert plug and rotate Replace...
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... additional accessories, replacement accessories or any accessory which may not be reflected in the specifications listed in this owner's manual. specifications Radar Receiver Frequencies: 9.41 ghz (X Band), 9.9 ghz (X Band), 10.525 ghz (X Band), 13.45 ghz 34.3 +(-X10B0anmdh),z2...: 13.8 Volts (10.5 volt to 16 volt range), 250 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: 9.0 ounces BELTRONICS reserves the right to incorporate design improvements which is not included with your...
... additional accessories, replacement accessories or any accessory which may not be reflected in the specifications listed in this owner's manual. specifications Radar Receiver Frequencies: 9.41 ghz (X Band), 9.9 ghz (X Band), 10.525 ghz (X Band), 13.45 ghz 34.3 +(-X10B0anmdh),z2...: 13.8 Volts (10.5 volt to 16 volt range), 250 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: 9.0 ounces BELTRONICS reserves the right to incorporate design improvements which is not included with your...