20 Most Recent 12-Band Radar/Laser Detector Questions & Answers

as far as i know radar is radar it all works on band width
i would think you should be find cobra can answer you 773-889-3087

Driving the posted speed limit is typically a preferred strategy. Otherwise, if you really think you can defeat police radar systems (and you can't), then follow the manufacturers recommendations or contact them directly here: Site Search Cobra Electronics Corporation

Does it also go off passing gas stations?

Here is a link to the Cobra Radar Detector Manual you are trying to find:

Cobra XRS 969 radar detector manual

Safe Driving!

The letters X, K, and Ka designate radar frequency bands used by radar based speed monitors. The letters correspond to designations given by Federal Communication Comission (FCC) frequency bands reserved for speed monitor equipment.

• X band - 10.525 GHz
• K band - 24.150 GHz
• Ka band - 33.4 ... 36 GHz
  

The number (range is 1 ... 5) is the radar signal strength, where 1 indicates weakest signal (you are still at some distance, or maybe false alarm) while at 5 you should be able to see the white in the eye of the cop holding the radar gun.

The letter V indicates the detection of a "Detector Detector". Devices like the Cobra are illegal in some countries and police has counter-measures available to detect some radar detectors. The maker of the Cobra states, their products go unnoticed but that won't help you if highway patrol sees the thing sticking on your windshield.

The letter S indicates hazard warnings (like train crossings).

Finally, L indicates detection of a LASER based velocity detector.

You can get the manual on the link below.

https://cobra.com/downloads/manuals/9200_MANUAL.pdf

Good Luck

The display just shows you the different types of radar bands it is detecting. For example, the is an X band, a K band, a KA band and so forth. All it is, is a different frequency of radar being used.

press and hold the dim button it should get brighter !
you have it set to dim

a great site is radarbusters .com they go over the diferent bands and what they are used for and also the diferences between jammers corded and cordless detectors

"shorted out" is the most often missused "generic" term in electronics. When speaking to a tech, you will get much better results if you say something like "possibly a component failed as I went through all the settings and diagnostic instructions in the manual".....blah blah.. Seriously though, if you smelled something "burning" odds are you just have a fried board. Unfortunatly, uless you can call cobra and get them to fix it for you odds are you would be better off just getting a new one if you can't live with it. I've found cops will write you tickets far more often if you have a radar detector. Just take the four phillis head screws out of the bottom of the unit, gently take it apart and pay attention to how it comes apart (although it is very self explanatory) use a fair amount of pressure on the screws and the CORRECT size screwdriver as these cheap little chineese screws are so soft they are one step above play-dough. If you see any burnt spots on your board(s) you know you have a problem. Call Cobra first, they have so little in these things most of the time they'll replace it if they believe you bought it recently especially if you have a reciept and talk about getting a better one. Hope I was of some help

http://www.cobra.com/

This is there website,find you model and download the manual.

Question edited for clarity, it is a Vedetta not a Vendetta. Vedetta is a series of models, so add the model NUMBER for yours and check the manual https://www.google.com/search?q=cobra+vedetta+radar+detector+change+language ...

Question edited for clarity. Question moved to Cobra. From the manual. Phone and ask them. If this product should require factory service, please call Cobra first at 773-889-3087 BEFORE sending the product. This will ensure the fastest turnaround time on any repair. If Cobra asks that the product be sent to its factory, the following must be furnished to have the product serviced and returned: 1. Send the complete unit, including power cord. (It is not necessary to include the mounting bracket.) 2. For warranty repair, enclose some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a photocopy or carbon copy of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned. 3. Enclose a typed or clearly written description of the problem you are having with your unit, plus the name and address where you want the unit returned. 4. Pack the unit securely to prevent damage during transit. If possible, use the original packing materials. 5. Ship prepaid and insured using a traceable carrier such as United Parcel Service (UPS), Federal Express or Insured Priority mail with delivery confirmation. Ship to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A. 6. Please allow three to four weeks before contacting us about the status of your service. Call 773-889-3087 for assistance. If your unit is under warranty, it will either be repaired or replaced upon receipt, depending on the model. If your unit is out of warranty, you will receive a letter informing you of the repair or replacement charge. https://www.google.com/search?q=cobra+xrs+888+radar+detector+repairs ..

Question edited for clarity and to remove 'Anna' :>D Generally a false alarm. https://www.google.com/search?q=Cobra+Radar+Detector.+flashing+LOW+on+the+screen%2C+emitting+a+low+deep+beep ..

Here is a link to the manual for an SPX6700 with the same coding.

There's a website that has all this information about all this and manuals everything totally free there are many actually but I personally like few .. let me know if u need help thanks

I got this free Pdf manual from reliable-store fo r free and I don't think Ive visited a mechanic or fixya for help for more than 3-4 times out of all the times I fixed the chipper in these 4 years