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... • 4 Level Dim Button • Audio Jack • Superior Audio Volume • Adjustable Windshield Mounting Bracket 1 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 1 How to Use Your Cobra ESD Radar/Laser Detector Contents Introduction A1 Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our...
... • 4 Level Dim Button • Audio Jack • Superior Audio Volume • Adjustable Windshield Mounting Bracket 1 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 1 How to Use Your Cobra ESD Radar/Laser Detector Contents Introduction A1 Safety Alert®/Strobe Alert™ Federal Law Governing Radar Detectors Included Accessories Controls & Indicators A2 Our...
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*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 2 Installation Installation Location Location Selecting the proper location to bend bracket... capability.It is very important for correct detection angle (if needed). Do not use the ESD-9850 to mount the Cobra ESD-9850 is best to locate your vehicle. Heated windshields, currently available as an option for some Ford® (... 2. Mirrored sun screens. 3. Examples of metal in doubt, check with your dealer to see if this reason the Cobra ESD-9850 lenses must not be blocked.The Laser Eye should have a view of the rear window to your detector as...
*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 2 Installation Installation Location Location Selecting the proper location to bend bracket... capability.It is very important for correct detection angle (if needed). Do not use the ESD-9850 to mount the Cobra ESD-9850 is best to locate your vehicle. Heated windshields, currently available as an option for some Ford® (... 2. Mirrored sun screens. 3. Examples of metal in doubt, check with your dealer to see if this reason the Cobra ESD-9850 lenses must not be blocked.The Laser Eye should have a view of the rear window to your detector as...
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...unit is unplugged. 5 Plug power cord into detector. 6 Plug power cord into cigarette lighter. 4 5 Note For your Cobra ESD-9850 detector at any time using this hook and loop material on the dashboard. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 4 Installation Quick Start Dash Mounting Dash Mounting Note It will be easy... On and Adjust Volume 1 Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to adjust the angle of the detector (when mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra ESD-9850 has a level,clear view of the road before you ). The unit will per form a self-test and the following message will appear: ...
...unit is unplugged. 5 Plug power cord into detector. 6 Plug power cord into cigarette lighter. 4 5 Note For your Cobra ESD-9850 detector at any time using this hook and loop material on the dashboard. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 4 Installation Quick Start Dash Mounting Dash Mounting Note It will be easy... On and Adjust Volume 1 Rotate ON-OFF Volume Control to adjust the angle of the detector (when mounted as above), be sure you that your Cobra ESD-9850 has a level,clear view of the road before you ). The unit will per form a self-test and the following message will appear: ...
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...highway/city mode, see page 10. 1 Press and release Dim button once to select Dim setting. CTY will display while in sunlight. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 6 Quick Start Quick Start Set Display Brightness LED Displays Set Display Brightness Select from four levels of LED brightness for... your Cobra ESD-9850 display: Bright, Dim, Dimmer and Dark.The ESD-9850's state-of X-Band audible alerts. Set Highway/ City Mode Note The ESD...
...highway/city mode, see page 10. 1 Press and release Dim button once to select Dim setting. CTY will display while in sunlight. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 6 Quick Start Quick Start Set Display Brightness LED Displays Set Display Brightness Select from four levels of LED brightness for... your Cobra ESD-9850 display: Bright, Dim, Dimmer and Dark.The ESD-9850's state-of X-Band audible alerts. Set Highway/ City Mode Note The ESD...
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The Compass directions will be displayed, along with 3 beeps. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 8 Quick Start Operation Set Muting Mode Set Muting Mode Signal Reduces signal alert volume. Auto Muting 1 Press and release Mute ... reduce volume of alerts. For more detailed operation instructions on setting muting mode, see page 13. The message "Testing...System Ready " will then be heard. 9 Manual Muting 1 Press and release Mute button to the left (away from you). MUTE will be displayed. To Switch Between Modes 1 Press and release Mute Button...
The Compass directions will be displayed, along with 3 beeps. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:23 PM Page 8 Quick Start Operation Set Muting Mode Set Muting Mode Signal Reduces signal alert volume. Auto Muting 1 Press and release Mute ... reduce volume of alerts. For more detailed operation instructions on setting muting mode, see page 13. The message "Testing...System Ready " will then be heard. 9 Manual Muting 1 Press and release Mute button to the left (away from you). MUTE will be displayed. To Switch Between Modes 1 Press and release Mute Button...
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... to Dimmer. Note City ="Beep" Highway ="Beep-Beep" 3 Press and release Dim button a third time t o reduce display to Dim.A single beep confirms this selection. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 10 Operation Operation Dim Button Dim Button You may select from four levels of brightness for your... Cobra ESD-9850 display: Bright,Dim, Dimmer and Dark (Off). A double beep confirms this selection. The power light will retain the chosen brightness level while OFF. 2 ...
... to Dimmer. Note City ="Beep" Highway ="Beep-Beep" 3 Press and release Dim button a third time t o reduce display to Dim.A single beep confirms this selection. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 10 Operation Operation Dim Button Dim Button You may select from four levels of brightness for your... Cobra ESD-9850 display: Bright,Dim, Dimmer and Dark (Off). A double beep confirms this selection. The power light will retain the chosen brightness level while OFF. 2 ...
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..." OR Auto Mute="Beep-Beep" In Voice Alert, the message "Mute" will filter out weak signals. Manual Muting of false radar signals such as microwave relay towers and automatic door openers. x Continued 12 13 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 12 Operation Highway/City Mode Note Use City Mode in or...
..." OR Auto Mute="Beep-Beep" In Voice Alert, the message "Mute" will filter out weak signals. Manual Muting of false radar signals such as microwave relay towers and automatic door openers. x Continued 12 13 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 12 Operation Highway/City Mode Note Use City Mode in or...
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... to give a correct reading if you decide to re-locate your ESD-9850 to a large metal tractor trailer, truck or train. Selecting Manual Muting Mode In Manual Mute mode the alerts will always be heard at the volume set for 2 seconds, then disappear. Compass is being received. Your compass will... ESD-9850 must be calibrated before you get away from these locations.There is being received. Auto Mute will appear in 2 circles... *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 14 Operation Operation Muting Selecting Auto Muting Mode In Auto Mute mode the alerts will be heard at the set...
... to give a correct reading if you decide to re-locate your ESD-9850 to a large metal tractor trailer, truck or train. Selecting Manual Muting Mode In Manual Mute mode the alerts will always be heard at the volume set for 2 seconds, then disappear. Compass is being received. Your compass will... ESD-9850 must be calibrated before you get away from these locations.There is being received. Auto Mute will appear in 2 circles... *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 14 Operation Operation Muting Selecting Auto Muting Mode In Auto Mute mode the alerts will be heard at the set...
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... source up to change between Voice and Tone Alarms. In Tone Setting, Tone will be displayed and a beep will be disconnected. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 16 Operation Operation Tone Alarm And Voice Alert Voice/Tone Settings 1 Press and hold MUTE button for 2 seconds.... Memory Set This product features an automatic, internal electronic memory system. It will automatically "remember"your Cobra ESD-9850 in environments with high ambient noise levels.The internal speaker will stay on for two seconds to 7 days. Memory Set Auxiliary Audio...
... source up to change between Voice and Tone Alarms. In Tone Setting, Tone will be displayed and a beep will be disconnected. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 16 Operation Operation Tone Alarm And Voice Alert Voice/Tone Settings 1 Press and hold MUTE button for 2 seconds.... Memory Set This product features an automatic, internal electronic memory system. It will automatically "remember"your Cobra ESD-9850 in environments with high ambient noise levels.The internal speaker will stay on for two seconds to 7 days. Memory Set Auxiliary Audio...
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...devices. VG-2 on the front of the three laser signals: LTI 20-20,UltraLyte and ProLaser), VG-2,and Safety and Strobe Alert signals. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 18 Detection Detection Band Detection Band Detection This detector is designed to detect X, K, Superwide Ka Band Radar, Laser (... different alert tone will show the band received (X,K/Ka). VG-2 Alert Note The display does not indicate signal strength. Instant-On Detection The Cobra ESD-9850 is given. Immediate action is required when warning is also designed to detec t Instant-on full alert and able to detect other ...
...devices. VG-2 on the front of the three laser signals: LTI 20-20,UltraLyte and ProLaser), VG-2,and Safety and Strobe Alert signals. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 18 Detection Detection Band Detection Band Detection This detector is designed to detect X, K, Superwide Ka Band Radar, Laser (... different alert tone will show the band received (X,K/Ka). VG-2 Alert Note The display does not indicate signal strength. Instant-On Detection The Cobra ESD-9850 is given. Immediate action is required when warning is also designed to detec t Instant-on full alert and able to detect other ...
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*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 20 Detection Detection ????" Strobe Alert™ "Emergency Vehicle"will be announced, followed by a scrolling message of Audible Signal Interpretation and Response Your COBRA ESD-9850 starts to signal slowly, then increases in the vicinity of hill or bridge. L a s e r ... Radar/VG-2/ Laser Alerts 21 Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts Type of "UltraLyte", "ProLaser"or "20/20" depending on signal received. Your COBRA ESD-9850 signals just once. FULL ALERT. Use Full Caution.There are in rate very rapidly. Safety Alert® "Road Hazard" will ...
*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 20 Detection Detection ????" Strobe Alert™ "Emergency Vehicle"will be announced, followed by a scrolling message of Audible Signal Interpretation and Response Your COBRA ESD-9850 starts to signal slowly, then increases in the vicinity of hill or bridge. L a s e r ... Radar/VG-2/ Laser Alerts 21 Radar/VG-2/Laser Alerts Type of "UltraLyte", "ProLaser"or "20/20" depending on signal received. Your COBRA ESD-9850 signals just once. FULL ALERT. Use Full Caution.There are in rate very rapidly. Safety Alert® "Road Hazard" will ...
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...While everyone refers to indicate the presence of a safety-related concern. These microwave signals are located in limited quantities. LIDAR stands for your Cobra ESD-9850 is designed to provide a signal. Facts About Strobe Alert™ Alerts motorists to target a vehicle during the entire measurement ...24.150 GHz) Ka Band (33.400-36.000 GHz) Your Cobra ESD-9850 can indicate whether the transmitter is on the frequency of these Safety Alerts will prevent a valid speed reading. 23 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 22 Detection Detection Facts About Safety Alert...
...While everyone refers to indicate the presence of a safety-related concern. These microwave signals are located in limited quantities. LIDAR stands for your Cobra ESD-9850 is designed to provide a signal. Facts About Strobe Alert™ Alerts motorists to target a vehicle during the entire measurement ...24.150 GHz) Ka Band (33.400-36.000 GHz) Your Cobra ESD-9850 can indicate whether the transmitter is on the frequency of these Safety Alerts will prevent a valid speed reading. 23 *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 22 Detection Detection Facts About Safety Alert...
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... free from corrosion? 24 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A.FREQUENCIES 1. Maintenance Maintenance Your COBRA ESD-9850 RADAR/LASER DETECTOR will all 50 states. Safety Alert 6. Ultra Lyte 9. Troubleshooting If your COBRA LASER DETECTOR ESD-9850 isn't operating, we suggest you years of ...cigarette lighter adapter and remove fuse. VG-2 5. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 24 Detection MicroTalk Specifications Facts ...
... free from corrosion? 24 GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS A.FREQUENCIES 1. Maintenance Maintenance Your COBRA ESD-9850 RADAR/LASER DETECTOR will all 50 states. Safety Alert 6. Ultra Lyte 9. Troubleshooting If your COBRA LASER DETECTOR ESD-9850 isn't operating, we suggest you years of ...cigarette lighter adapter and remove fuse. VG-2 5. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 24 Detection MicroTalk Specifications Facts ...
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... to ship the product for a particular purpose are limited in wor kmanship and materials for period of one (1) year from Cobra. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for warranty service, but the return charges will ,without limitation,damages ...fax directly to the length of this warranty. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 26 Limited One Year Warranty Optional Accessories Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 www.cobraelectronics.com COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that the product is repaired or ...
... to ship the product for a particular purpose are limited in wor kmanship and materials for period of one (1) year from Cobra. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for warranty service, but the return charges will ,without limitation,damages ...fax directly to the length of this warranty. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 26 Limited One Year Warranty Optional Accessories Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 www.cobraelectronics.com COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that the product is repaired or ...
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...Telephone ( ) Credit Card No. Exp. Chicago, IL 60707 Attn: Accessories Dept. Date Customer Signature Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover Allow 4 to : Cobra Electronics 6500 West Cortland St. Offer valid in Continental U.S.only. 28 Please print clearly Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to 6 weeks... for delivery. Name Address (No P.O. N - 0 0 2 5 4 5 - 1 3 9 - N - 0 0 1 Description Straight 12V Power Cord Curled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Cost Ea. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 28 Accessory Order Form Item # 420-080-N-001 4 2 0 - 0 8 0 -
...Telephone ( ) Credit Card No. Exp. Chicago, IL 60707 Attn: Accessories Dept. Date Customer Signature Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover Allow 4 to : Cobra Electronics 6500 West Cortland St. Offer valid in Continental U.S.only. 28 Please print clearly Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to 6 weeks... for delivery. Name Address (No P.O. N - 0 0 2 5 4 5 - 1 3 9 - N - 0 0 1 Description Straight 12V Power Cord Curled 12V Power Cord Windshield Mounting Bracket Cost Ea. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 28 Accessory Order Form Item # 420-080-N-001 4 2 0 - 0 8 0 -
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*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 30 © 2000 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL...vehicles are also expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to : Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500 W. Enjoy your COBRA Radar Detector. The Communications Act of this same number 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, ...: Before leaving your car, make sure that an emergency or service vehicle equipped with your right to a Cobra™ Introduction and Strobe Alert™ Use of 1934 guarantees your ESD-9850 2. 1. A Consumer Service ...
*9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 30 © 2000 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL...vehicles are also expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to : Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation,6500 W. Enjoy your COBRA Radar Detector. The Communications Act of this same number 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, ...: Before leaving your car, make sure that an emergency or service vehicle equipped with your right to a Cobra™ Introduction and Strobe Alert™ Use of 1934 guarantees your ESD-9850 2. 1. A Consumer Service ...
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... 7. Windshield Bracket Mount 9. 12V DC Power Jack 10. If, after Assistance available 24 hours referring to the manual, you still need help, a day,seven days a week. 5 call Cobra Customer Service at : 773.889.3087 Should you encounter any problems with the 1 23 product or not understand its... Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelectronics.com The Cobra line of reliable service. Audio Alerts Speaker 5. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 33 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to a Cobra™ A3 Mute Button 3. Audio Jack Thank you many years of quality ...
... 7. Windshield Bracket Mount 9. 12V DC Power Jack 10. If, after Assistance available 24 hours referring to the manual, you still need help, a day,seven days a week. 5 call Cobra Customer Service at : 773.889.3087 Should you encounter any problems with the 1 23 product or not understand its... Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelectronics.com The Cobra line of reliable service. Audio Alerts Speaker 5. *9850.MANUAL 8/9/00 12:24 PM Page 33 Controls and Indicators Our Thanks to a Cobra™ A3 Mute Button 3. Audio Jack Thank you many years of quality ...