Operating Instructions Important Information and Customer Assistance Introduction Important Information Federal Laws Governing the Use of Radar Detectors It is not against federal law to receive radar transmissions with your Cobra radar/
laser detector. The Communications Act of 1924 guarantees your right to receive radio transmissions on any frequency. Local laws that contravene this Act, while illegal, may be enforced by your local law enforcement officials until and unless they are prohibited from doing so by federal court action. Safe Driving Motorists, as well as operators of emergency or service vehicles, are expected to exercise all due caution while using this product, and to obey all applicable traffic laws. Do not attempt to change settings of the unit while in motion. Security of Your Vehicle Before leaving your vehicle, always remember to conceal your radar detector in order to reduce the possibility of break-in and theft. Customer Assistance The Cobra line of quality products includes:
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www.cobra.com RADAR/LASER PROTECTION RAD350 Printed in the Philippines Part No. 480-1070-P Version A Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra English RAD350_MANL.indd 1-1 2016 Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, Illinois 60707 USA www.cobra.com A1 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra Introduction Controls Indicators and Connections Introduction Display and Product Features Controls, Indicators and Connections LaserEye For detection of laser signals. Windshield Bracket Mount Easy-to-Read Display Radar Indicators VG-2 Indicator Signal Strength/City/
Highway/Laser Indicator Speaker Product Features Congratulations! Youve made a smart choice by purchasing a radar/laser detector from Cobra. Just look at some of the sophisticated features and capabilities your new unit includes:
Main Icons Intro Secondary Icons Main Icons Intro Secondary Icons 12V DC Power Jack On-Off/Volume Control Allows you to adjust the volume of the alerts. Customer Assistance Operation Warranty Dim Button For adjusting the display brightness. Mute Button For manual mute or auto mute of audio alerts. SEN Button Adjust sensitivity to City or Highway modes to reduce false alerts. FCC NOTICE This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice AVIS FCC Cet appareil est conforme la partie 15 des rgles de la FCC: Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interfrences nuisibles, et (2) Cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence reue, y compris les interfrences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement. Detection And Separate Alerts For:
Radar signals (X, K and Ka bands, with signal strength indicated),laser and VG-2 signals. LaserEye For detection of laser signals. Instant-On Ready Detects radar guns with instant-on (very fast) speed monitoring capabilities. Tone Alerts With adjustable volume. Easy-to-Read Display Easy viewing in any light. City or Highway Modes to reduce false alerts. Dim Press to cycle through different brightness settings. Manual Mute Or Auto Mute A mute function of audio alerts. Mounting Mounts easily on windshield or dashboard. Anti-Falsing Circuitry Automatically reduces false alerts from erroneous sources including blind spot systems and traffic flow monitoring devices. This booklet describes the simple steps for mounting and setting up your detector. It also provides helpful information about how radar and laser guns are used and how you can interpret the alerts you receive. Customer Assistance Trademark Acknowledgement Operation Customer Assistance Warranty Trademark Acknowledgement Cobra, DigiView, EasySet, Extra Sensory Detection, LaserEye, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra, VG-2 Alert, Xtreme Range Superheterodyne and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation, AURA, IntelliLink, IntelliScope, IntelliView, Revolution Series, SmartPower, Super-Xtreme Range Superheterodyne, S-XRS, and Voice Alert are trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA. Notice Opticom is a trademark of 3M Corporation. Instaclear for Ford is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company, Inc. Electriclear for GM is a registered trademark of General Motors Corporation. LTI Laser and LTI 20-20 are trademarks of Laser Technology, Inc. Kustom Laser, Kustom Laser 340 and ProLaser II are trademarks of Kustom Signals, Inc. SpeedLaser is a trademark of Laser Atlanta. Bee III and Pop are a trademarks of MPH Industries. Stalker LIDAR is a trademark of Applied Concepts, Inc. Spectre I and Spectre IV are trademarks of Stealth Micro Systems Pty. Ltd. SpeedLaser is a trademark of Laser Atlanta, LLC. Interceptor VG-2 is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Tomar is a registered trademark of TOMAR Electronics, Inc. A2 English RAD350_MANL.indd 2-21 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra A3 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra 20 2/2/16 10:23 AM Introduction Contents Introduction Important Information . A1 Controls, Indicators and Connections . A2 Display . A3 Product Features . A3 Main Icons Warranty Customer Assistance Your Detector Installation . 2 Getting Started . 5 Settings . 6 Highway/City Mode . 6 Muting an Alert . 7 Auto Mute Mode . 7 Display Brightness . 8 Tone Setting . 8 VG-2 Alert Settings . 9 Radar Alert Settings . 10 Detection . 11 Signals Detected . 11 Audio Alerts . 11 Visual Display . 11 Instant-On Detection . 13 Responding to Alerts . 14 Understanding Radar and Laser . 15 Understanding LIDAR . 16 Customer Information Maintenance . 16 Specifications . 17 Limited 1-Year Warranty . 18 Product Service & Optional Accessories . 19 Warranty Trademark Acknowledgement . 20 1 2/2/16 10:23 AM Intro Operation Secondary Icons Notice Main Icons Intro Operation Customer Assistance Secondary Icons Notice RAD350_MANL.indd 1 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra Installation Where to Mount Your Unit You will get optimum performance from your detector if you Mount it at a point approximately in the center of the vehicle, as low as possible on the front windshield without obstructing the units view of the road either to the front or rear. You can also mount it directly on the dashboard. Windshield Mounting Dashboard Mounting Windshield Mounting 1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket. 2. Make sure the rubber cups and your windshield are clean. 3. Push the bracket firmly onto the windshield. The units lens must not be blocked and the LaserEye should have a clear view out the back window to allow maximum detection. The LaserEye Should Have a Clear View Radar and laser signals pass through glass but not through other materials and objects. Objects that can block or weaken incoming signals include:
n Windshield wiper blades n Mirrored sun screens n Dark tinting at the top of the windshield n Heated windshields currently available on some vehicles
(Instaclear for Ford, Electriclear for GM). Consult your dealer to see if you have this option. 4. Attach the detector to the bracket. Check that the unit is parallel to the roads surface. 5. To adjust the angle if neces-
sary, gently push or pull on the bracket to bend it. DO NOT use the detector to bend the bracket. 6. Plug the power cord into the detector. 7. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles ciga-
rette lighter. 2 RAD350_MANL.indd 2-3 3 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraEnglishInstallationYour DetectorInstallationIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Dashboard Mounting Getting Started 1. Place the detector on the dashboard to find a location where the unit has a clear, level view of the road and is parallel to the roads surface. The angle CANNOT be adjusted after mounting 2. Remove the paper backing from one side of the hook-
and-loop fastener. 3. Attach the pad to the dashboard at your chosen location and remove the other paper backing. 4. Attach the detector to the hook-and-loop fastener. You can remove and reattach the unit as often as you like. 5. Plug the power cord into the detector. 6. Plug the cigarette lighter adapter on the power cord into your vehicles cigarette lighter. 4 RAD350_MANL.indd 4-5 Power On X K Ka V h To Turn On The Unit And Adjust The Audio Volume Rotate the On-Off/
Volume control clockwise (away from you). Audible Tone Three beeps Visual Display h or c ppears in the display indicating that the power is On NOTE In some vehicles, power is supplied to the cigarette lighter even while the ignition is Off. If this is the case with your vehicle, you should turn Off or unplug your detector when parking for lengthy periods. 5 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraGetting StartedYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsEnglishInstallationYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Settings When changing the Settings on your detector, please keep in mind:
n Each time the unit is turned On the factory settings of Highway and Auto Mute-On will be set. They can be changed while the unit is in use as described in the following sections. Sens Mode Setting your detector to City mode sensitivity delays all X band audio alerts at lower signal strength levels. (A single beep will sound when the signal is first detected.) This will reduce false alerts while you are driving in, or near, urban areas where there are many sources for conflicting X band signals such as microwave towers and automatic door openers. To change settings, follow the procedure listed below, which indicates what you will see and hear as you complete each step. The factory setting is Highway mode. SEN Button Press and release Highway Mode X K Ka V h City Mode X K Ka V c Manual Mute Your detector allows you to quickly turn Off an audio Alert by momentarily pressing the Mute button. If you press the Mute button a second time during the Alert, the audio Alert will be turned back On. Auto Mute will automatically reduce the audio volume of all alerts after four seconds for as long as the signal is detected. The factory setting for Auto Mute is On. Mute Button Press and release To Change From Highway Mode To City Mode Press and release the SEN button. Audible Tone One beep Visual Display c appears in the display To Change From City Mode To Highway Mode Press and release the SEN button again. Audible Tone Two beeps Visual Display h appears in the display To Turn Auto Mute Off Press and release the Mute button while no alert is occurring. Audible Tone One beep To Turn Auto Mute On Press and release the Mute button again while no alert is occurring. Audible Tone Two beeps Visual Display Audio Only Visual Display Audio Only 6 RAD350_MANL.indd 6-7 7 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraEnglishSettingsSettingsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Display Brightness You can choose from three settings for Brightness of the display. Repeatedly push the Dim button to cycle through the settings. The factory setting is Bright. Bright Press and release Dim Button Dim Dark Dim Button VG-2 Alert Settings Police use radar detector detectors (RDDs) to spot users of radar detectors. Your detector is able to identify signals from VG-2 RDDs and can provide alerts when any of these or similar devices are in use near your vehicle. Your detector is invisible to VG-2 RDDs. You can choose whether you want to be alerted to VG-2 RDD signals. The factory setting for VG-2 alert is Off. Dim Button Press and hold for four seconds Visual Display V LED Flashes Once V LED Flashes Twice To Turn VG-2 Alerts On and Off While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim button for four seconds. Audible Tone On = One beep Off = Two beeps 8 RAD350_MANL.indd 8-9 9 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraEnglishSettingsSettingsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Radar Alert Settings The detector allows you to choose whether it will show alerts on the X, K and Ka Bands. The factory settings are: X, K, and Ka On. To Turn X Band On and Off While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the Dim and Mute buttons for four seconds. Audible Tone X On = Two beeps X Off = One beep To Turn K Band On and Off While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the Mute and SEN buttons for four seconds. Audible Tone K On = Two beeps K Off = One beep To Turn Ka Band On and Off While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim and SEN buttons for four seconds. Audible Tone Ka On = Two beeps Ka Off = One beep Visual Display X LED Flashes Twice X LED Flashes Once Visual Display K LED Flashes Twice K LED Flashes Once Visual Display Ka LED Flashes Twice Ka LED Flashes Once Signals Detected The tables on the following pages show you the types of Signals your detector will detect, as well as the visual alerts it provides for each of them. Audio Alerts A distinctly different Alert tone is used for each type of signal detected (including separate tones for each laser signal). For X, K and Ka band radar signals, the tones will repeat faster as you approach the signal source. The repeat rate of the tones gives you useful information about the signal detected. (See responding to alerts on page 14.) Visual Display An indication of the type of signal detected will appear in the display. During X, K, and Ka alerts, a number will also appear, indicating the strength of the signal detected. (1 = weakest, 5 = strongest). Weak X Signal Detected Moderate K Signal Detected Strong Ka Signal Detected X K Ka V 2 X K Ka V 3 X K Ka V 5 Laser Signal Detected X K Ka V L VG-2 Alert Signal Detected X K Ka V c 10 RAD350_MANL.indd 10-11 11 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraDetectionYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsEnglishSettingsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Main Icons Intro Secondary Icons Visual Display (continued) Radar Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal X Band Radar K Band Radar Ka Band Radar Laser Signals and Visual Displays Type of Signal LTI 20-20*
LTI Laser*
Kustom Signals Laser 340*
Kustom Signals Laser*
Stalker LIDAR*
Laser Atlanta SpeedLaser/Kustom Signals-ProLaser II*
* Your detector provides 360 detection of these signals. Visual Display X is Steady K is Steady Ka is Steady Visual Display L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady L is Steady VG-2 Visual Display Type of Signal VG-2 RDD Customer Assistance Warranty Operation Visual Display V is Steady Instant-On Detection Your detector is designed to detect Instant-On speed monitoring signals, which can suddenly appear at full strength. NOTE You should take appropriate action immediately whenever an Instant-On alert is given. Notice 12 RAD350_MANL.indd 12-13 13 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraEnglishDetectionDetectionYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Responding to Alerts Description Interpretation Recommended Response Tone repeats slowly at first, then speeds up rapidly. Tone sounds one time only. Tone instantly begins repeating rapidly. Tone repeats slowly as you approach a hill or bridge, then speeds up sharply as you reach it. Tone repeats slowly for a short period. Any type of laser alert. Probably police radar. FULL ALERT Probably a false alarm, but possibly pulsed radar or VG-2 nearby. Radar or VG-2 nearby has been activated suddenly. Probably police radar beyond the hill or bridge. Exercise caution FULL ALERT FULL ALERT Probably a false alarm. Exercise caution Laser alerts are never false alarms. FULL ALERT Understanding Radar and Laser 10.525 GHz 24.150 GHz 33.400 36.00 GHz Radar Speed Monitoring Systems Three band frequencies have been approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for use by speed monitoring radar equipment:
X band K band Ka band Your detector detects signals in all three radar bands, plus Ku band (13.435 GHz), which is an approved frequency used in parts of Europe and Asia. VG-2 VG-2 is a detector detector that works by detecting low-level signals emitted by most radar detectors. Your detector does not emit signals that can be detected by VG-2, but does detect VG-2 signals and will alert you when a device is in use near your vehicle. While no signal is being detected, press and hold the Dim button for four seconds. The factory setting for VG-2 alerts is Off. 14 RAD350_MANL.indd 14-15 15 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraUnderstanding Radar and LaserYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsEnglishDetectionYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Understanding LIDAR &
Maintenance LIDAR (Laser) The correct name for the technology that most people refer to as laser is actually LIDAR, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging. LIDAR operates much like radar. Its signal spreads out like a radar signal, though not as widely. Unlike radar, LIDAR must have a clear line of sight to its target vehicle throughout the entire measurement interval. Obstructions such as sign posts, utility poles, tree branches, etc., will prevent valid speed measurement. Some common questions about LIDAR include:
n Does weather have any affect on LIDAR?
Yes. Rain, snow, smoke, fog or airborne dust particles will reduce the effective range of LIDAR and can, if dense enough, prevent its operation. n Can LIDAR operate through glass?
Yes. Newer LIDAR guns can obtain readings through most types of glass. However, the laser pulse also can be received through glass to trigger an alarm by your detector. n Can LIDAR operate while in motion?
No. Because LIDAR operates by line of sight, the person using it cannot drive the vehicle, aim and operate the gun all at the same time. n Is it legal for police to use LIDAR?
Yes, LIDAR is allowed to be used in all 50 States by police. Your detector detects LIDAR (laser). Maintenance Your detector is designed and built to give you years of trouble-free performance without the need for service. No routine Maintenance is required. If your unit does not appear to be operating properly, please follow these troubleshooting steps:
n Make sure the power cord is properly connected. n Make sure the socket of your vehicles cigarette lighter is clean and free of corrosion. n Make sure the power cords cigarette lighter adapter is firmly seated in your cigarette lighter. Specifications Band and Frequencies Band X Band K Band Ka Band Laser VG-2 Frequencies 10.525 24.125 34.700 0.050 0.125 1.300 GHz GHz GHz 910 50 nm 100 PPS 11.500 0.250 GHz WARNING Modifications or parts substitutions not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC Rules and void your authority to operate this equipment. U.S. Patent Number: 6,078,279 16 RAD350_MANL.indd 16-17 17 2/2/16 10:23 AM Nothing Comes Close to a CobraSpecificationsYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary IconsEnglishYour DetectorIntroOperationCustomerAssistanceWarrantyNoticeMain IconsSecondary Icons Main Icons Intro Secondary Icons Main Icons Your Detector Warranty Secondary Icons Notice Warranty Operation Customer Assistance Intro Limited 1-Year Warranty Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that this product and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of first consumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser. If the product is under warranty, it will be repaired or exchanged depending on the model as determined at Cobras sole discretion. Such remedy shall be your sole and exclusive remedy for any breach of warranty. The procedure for obtaining service and support, and the applicability of this warranty, will vary depending on the country or jurisdiction in which you purchased and utilize the product. For the details on obtaining product service, support and warranty please visit www.cobra.com/support Provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.- Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defective products, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt. You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges, to an address in the U.S.A., will be at Cobras expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state and country to country. Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply: 1) To any product damaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse, ordinary wear, failure tofollow directions, or improper maintenance of the product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial number has been altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the product was purchased or is utilized in a jurisdiction not covered by the limited warranty. All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty. Cobra shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation. Some states and countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and country to country. Product Service & Support and Optional Accessories Customer Information Operation Customer Assistance Warranty Product Service and Support For any questions about operating or installing this new Cobra product, PLEASE CONTACT COBRA FIRSTdo not return this product to the retail store. The contact information for Cobra will vary depending on the country in which you purchased and utilize the product. For the latest contact information, please go to www.cobra.com/support For products purchased in the U.S.A. you may also call 1-773-889-3087. For Products Purchased in the U.S.A., if your product should require factory service, please go to www.cobra.com/support and follow the instructions for returning your product to the Cobra Factory Service Department for service. Optional Accessories Notice You can find quality Cobra products and accessories at your local Cobra dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra at www.cobra.com Windshield Mounting Bracket Includes suction cups Item #545-159-N-001 Straight 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item #420-030-N-001 Coiled 12V DC Power Cord Includes plug and fuse Item # 420-026-N-001 Straight Combination Radar USB Cord Includes plug and USB Output Item # PWR USB-01 Dual Port Power Adapter Includes adjustable plug
(up to 90) and fuse Item # CLP-2B Hardwire Cord for Radar Includes fuse Item # RA-PSCB Install Mount Includes 3M Dual Lock Item # 545-002 18 English RAD350_MANL.indd 18-19 Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra 19 2/2/16 10:23 AM