whistler xtr-555 radar laser detector with real voice alerts and red text display
whistler s xtr-555 laser radar detector boasts total band protection from radar signals 360-degree laser detection whistler s patented vg-2 cloaking technology and plenty more . a red text display whistler s exclusive twin alert periscope and real voice technology all make sure you don t miss a beep . full-featured detection with integrated real voice . click to enlarge . 4.41 x 2.84 x 1.35 inches and just 5.6 ounces . this unit features whistler s low-profile alert periscope leds that flash when the unit alarms . red text display the xtr-555 s brilliant red text display provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected signal strength and indicates engaged modes of operation . integrated real voice when selected real voice provides added information to the detected signal over and above the simple band id tones . the unit says x band when it detects an x band signal . this allows you to keep your eyes on-the-road . real voice is also used to articulate safety warning system messages and feature selections . pop mode alerts there are new guns out there that operate just like the instant-on guns of the past but with a very tough new twist -- pop mode . this new gun is a normal k and ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years until it s in pop mode . when the gun is in pop mode and activated a brief burst of energy less than 1 15 of a second is transmitted and the vehicle s speed is quickly acquired . a detector without pop mode detection capability can not respond to this brief transmission . this one can . twin alert periscopes whistler s low profile alert periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert . the two extra leds flash on and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert . selectable total band protection this unit provides complete band coverage of all laser radar x k and ka bands vg-2 and safety radar bands . you can select which bands to leave on or off based on your detection needs . 360 degree protection units with 360 protection detect signals from all radar laser vg-2 and safety radar systems wherever they come from front rear or from the side . 3 city modes highway mode highway mode provides full audio and visual warning of laser radar systems while maintaining full sensitivity and is the default setting of whistler laser radar detectors . city mode helps reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers and burglar alarm alerts by providing an initial alert same distance as highway mode then remaining quiet unless the signal strength becomes very strong . when the signal increases the unit will alert briefly to notify you of the change in signal strength . high gain lens a high gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-edge laser detection . stay alert whistler s exclusive stay alert feature tests your alertness on long trips . dim dark mode dim dark mode reduces the illumination of the display . reduced . dim or dark can be engaged during an alert . in dark mode the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds after then the display returns to the dimmer setting . quiet auto quiet modes pressing quiet before a signal is detected engages auto quiet mode which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting . pressing quiet during a radar laser encounter silences audio alerts while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed . alert priority when two or more signals are received at the same time the alert priority is laser vg-2 speed radar safety radar . example if x band is alerting then suddenly a vg-2 signal is detected the vg-2 warning will override the x band alert . vehicle battery saver mode the vehicle battery saver mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off . the timer is reset if the detector is turned off unplugged or any button is pressed before the 6 hours have expired . the detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off . safety warning system -- sws this relatively new radar is not for speed detection at all it is used to keep you informed of highway safety . transmitters are installed and programmed for example in emergency vehicles to make you aware of possible situations that may require your attention such as ambulance vehicles that are moving or stationary road hazards ahead road construction delays or detours etc. vg-2 cloaking the vg-2 also known as a radar detector detector is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector . thanks to whistler s patented vg-2 cloaking technology your detector will remain invisible to vg-2 detection . setting saver setting saver saves your personalized settings so that when the detector is turned off and then on again you do not have to re-enter them . what s in the box whistler xtr-555 radar laser detector windshield mount power cord user s manual