Beltronics Vector 995 Owner's Manual - Page 7

31160_Vec995_OMrev 8/10/10 1:46 PM Page 13 Controls and Features Audible Alerts For Radar signals: V995 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered. When you encounter radar, a distinct audible alert will sound and occur faster as the signal gets stronger. This allows you to judge the distance from the signal source without taking your eyes from the road. Each band has a distinct tone for easy identification. X-band = chirping K-band = buzzing Ka-band = double-chirp POP = full double-chirp Ku-band = high pitched buzzing For Laser and POP signals: Since laser and POP signals (if turned on) are a possible threat no matter how weak, the V995 alerts you to these bands at full strength. For Safety signals: V995 will alert you to these signals with a double-beep tone, and a corresponding text message. A complete listing of the text messages is on page 23. Power Connector V995's power jack uses a telephone-type connector. This 4-conductor connector only works with the included power cord, optional direct-wire, or SmartPlug cord. For more information or to order, call us toll-free at 1-800-341-2288. 10 Signal Strength Meter V995's alphanumeric display consists of 280 individual LEDs, to provide an intuitive ultra-bright display of signal strength and text messages. V995's standard bar-graph signal strength meter only displays information on a single radar signal. If there are multiple signals present, V995's internal computer determines which is the most important threat to show on the bar-graph meter. When V995 detects radar, it displays the band (X, K, or Ka), and a precise bargraph of the signal strength. When V995 detects a laser signal, the display will show "LASER." NOTE: If you are operating V995 in the Dark mode, the display will not light when a signal is detected, only the audio will be heard. Tech Display Bel V995's new Tech Display option is for the experienced detector user. In this mode, V995 will display the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal being received. K 24.150 Tech Display shows one K-band signal at 24.150 gigahertz. Note: Even long-time detector users will require a significant amount of time to get familiar with this new level of information about detected signals. 11