UNIDEN LONG RANGE RADAR/LASER DETECTOR BASIC USERS MANUAL
OVERVIEW KEYS Keys on the unit let you adjust and mute the alert volume and dim the OLED, Key backlight, and strength LED. Press MENU to enter the Menu system and set up the unit to your own specifications.
Power Jack Audio Jack VOL +
IN THE BOX:
xDFR6 radar detector x Coiled 12V DC Power Cord with RJ45 Connector x Windshield Mounting Bracket x Hook and loop fastener tape x Spare fuse for DC Power Cord Eagle Eye Latch Slot MENU CITY Signal Strength MUTE/DIM USB Eject POWER VOL DISCLAIMER: Radar detectors are illegal in some states. Some states prohibit mounting any object on your windshield. Check applicable law in your state and any state in which you use the product to verify that using and mounting a radar detector is legal. Uniden radar detectors are not manufactured and/or sold with the intent to be used for illegal purposes. Drive safely and exercise caution while using this product. Do not change settings of the product while driving. Uniden expects consumers use of these products to be in compliance with all local, state, and federal law. Uniden expressly disclaims any liability arising out of or related to your use of this product. This Basic Users Manual provides instructions on installing and using the . It contains basic information on how the keys operate. For more detailed information, refer to the Detailed Users Manual at the Uniden website: www.uniden.com FEATURES Voice alert Displays radar band frequencies K band filter Invisible to VG-2 and Spectre I/IV/IV+ radar detectors; Spectre I and IV undetectable Signal Strength Meter Battery Voltage Display INSTALL WINDSHIELD 1. Attach the rubber cups to the bracket and push the bracket firmly onto the windshield. Slide the unit onto the bracket. 2. Plug the power cord into the detector and plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the vehicles cigarette lighter. Release the bracket by pressing the Eject key. DASHBOARD 1. Attach the unit to the dashboard using the hook and eye fastener tape. 2. Plug the power cord into the detector and plug the cigarette lighter adapter into the vehicles cigarette lighter. Pull the bracket from the dashboard, separating the hook and loop tape. KEY MUTE/DIM MUTE PRESS TO... MUTE on MUTE off CITY POWER VOL +
VOL Switch between City and Highway modes. Turn DFR6 on and off. Turn volume up (6 In Menus, go to next Turn volume down (6 In Menus, go to previous levels). item. levels). item. PRESS AND HOLD TO... DIM Bright Dim Dark NA NA NA NA MENU Access the Menu system. Exit the Menu system. MENU SYSTEM Press MENU to access the Menu system. The screen displays the selections current status. Use the following keys to navigate the menus:
x MENU: Change a setting (press and hold to exit the Menu system). x VOL + : Go to the next Menu item. x VOL : Go to the previous Menu item. The most common menu items used for initial setup are:
x Voice (ON/OFF) x X Band (ON/OFF) x K Band (ON/OFF) x Ka Band (ON/OFF) x Laser (ON/OFF) x POP Mode (ON/OFF) x Display Voltage (ON/OFF) x Auto Mute (ON/OFF) x Backlight (ON/OFF) This is not a complete list of menu items. Refer to the DFR6 Detailed Owners Manual on www.uniden.com for a complete list of menu items and how to use them. NON-KEY ELEMENTS ELEMENT Eagle Eye Latch Slot Mini USB Audio Jack Eject Power Jack Signal Strength WHAT IT DOES Provides a 360 monitoring radius. Insert the bracket latch into this slot. Provides PC connection for data updates. Plug in headset. Press to release the bracket latch. Plug in the 12V Power Cord here. Displays how strong the signal received is (5 levels) BASIC OPERATIONS This section details DFR6 basic operations. Refer to the online Detailed Users Manual at www.uniden.com for more complete details on all operations and Menu options. TURN ON Press POWER. The unit turns on and runs through an initial self-check. It displays the different bands and their settings. The DFR6 turns on automatically when you start the car. ADJUST VOLUME Press VOL + to increase volume. The unit beeps, announces Volume (0 - 6), and displays a number increase. Press VOL to decrease volume. The unit beeps, announces Volume (0 - 6), and displays a number decrease. MUTE VOLUME DURING ALERT You can mute the alert volume during an alert. This is especially useful in situations where the alert may be prolonged, such as at red lights. Press MUTE/DIM during an audio alarm to mute it. CHANGE THE BRIGHTNESS LEVEL Adjusting the brightness level applies to the OLED, keys, and strength LEDs at the same time. The backlight has three settings: BRIGHT, DIM, and DARK. Press and hold MUTE/DIM. The detector announces the brightnes level as it changes to that level. Press and hold the keys again to move to the next level. TURN BANDS ON/OFF The DFR6 monitors X (HIGHWAY only), K, and Ka bands as well as Laser transmissions. CHANGE HIGHWAY TO CITY AND BACK Press CITY to cycle between City and Highway modes. TROUBLESHOOTING IF... No display or audio. The unit alarms when the vehicle hits bumps. The unit alarms briefly in the same location but no radar source was in view. The detector did not alert when a police car was in view. The car starts but the detector does not turn on. TRY THIS... Check the fuse in the plug. Replace if necessary. Check the connections. Be sure they are all secure. There may be a motion sensor or house alarm in use within range. The officer may not have radar/
laser units turned on. Check that the band are turned on. Press MENU. If the band is turned on, the OLED will show ON. Verify that the power cord is securely connected to the unit and inserted into the cigarette lighter jack. Change the fuse in the power cord. Unscrew the cigarette lighter jack to access the fuse. SPECIFICATIONS Receiver Type:
Radar Double Conversion Superheterodyne Self-Contained Antenna Pulsed Laser Signal Receiver Laser Frequency:
X K Ka 10.525 GHz 24.150 GHz 33.400 - 36.000 GHz Antenna Type:
Radar Laser Front Laser Back Dimensions Weight Operating Temp. Laser 800 nm - 1100 nm Storage Temp. Detector Type:
Radar Scanning Frequency Discriminator Operating Power Source USB Interface Linear Polarized E-vector Vertical Convex Condenser Lens Concave Condenser Lens 110.00 mm (D) x 69.00 mm (W) x 29.50 mm (H) 6 oz (170g)
-4 to +185 F
(Radar/Laser)
-20 to +85 C
(Radar/Laser)
-22 to +203 F
(Radar/Laser)
-30 to +95 C
(Radar/Laser) DC 11.0 to 16.0 V USB Specification 2.0/1.1 Laser Alarm Type Pulse Width Discriminator Beep (Detected Band and Signal strength) FCC/Industry Canada Information FCC: AMWUA1601 ICC: 513C-UA1601 This device complies with part 15 of the 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. Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void compliance with the FCC Rules. Any change or modification must be approved in writing by Uniden. Changes or modifications not approved by Uniden could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Lappareil est conforme aux normes dIndustrie Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) Ce dispositif ne doit pas causer dinterfrences et (2), il doit pouvoir accepter les interfrences, incluant celles pouvant nuire son fonctionnement normal. Tous les changements apports cet appareil, sils ne sont pas expressment approuvs par Uniden ou toute utilisation de celui-ci dune autre manire que celle dcrite dans ce guide peut annuler votre autorisation de le faire fonctionner. Limited Warranty Keep your receipt! Proof of purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORP. (Uniden) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden,
(C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the Operating Guide for this product. STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while this war-ranty is in effect, warrantor will repair the defect and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America. PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in this Operating Guide, you are certain that the Product is de-
fective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its original packaging). Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that has caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at:
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(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Central, Monday through Friday POP Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries, Inc. Spectre I and Spectre IV are trademarks of Stealth Micro Systems Pty. Ltd. VG2 is a trademark of TechniSonic Industries LTD. Issue 1, March 2015