. Talon Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0604-00 Rev. 6 1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS.

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Kustom Signals, Inc., 9325 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS Customer Service 1-800-835-0156 or (620) 431-2700. Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION.1.1 2. SPECIFICATIONS.2.1 2.0 General.2.1 2.1 Operational. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION.3.1 3.0 Initial Inspection.3.1 3.1 Material Supplied. 3.1 3.2 Cable Installation 3.2.1 Auxiliary Power Receptacle.3.2 3.2.2 Speedometer Pulse Cable.

3.3 3.3 Radar Installation. Table of Contents 6.4.4 Tuning Fork Test Failure. 6.5 6.5 Speedometer Verification. 6.5 6.6 Minimum Patrol Speed Set.6.7 6.7 Moving Mode Test.

SYSTEM OPERATION.7.1 7.0 Operating Modes.7.1 7.1 Setup.7.1 7.1.1 Battery Charging. 7.2 7.1.2 Battery Operation. Table of Contents 9. CARE OF THE TALON.8.1 9.0 Routine Care. 9.1 9.1 Equipment Repair/Return. 9.2 9.2 Battery Disposal.9.3 10.

CASE LAW.10.1 11. FCC RULES.11.1 11.0 Transmitter Rules Amended. 11.1 11.1 Radar Unit Licensing. TROUBLESHOOTING.12.1 13.

Section 1-Introduction 1. INTRODUCTION The Kustom Signals Talon radar system comes from a long standing commitment to the law enforcement community to provide quality, state- of-the-art speed measuring equipment. The Talon offers features never before available on a moving/stationary handheld Ka- Band radar system, yet allows easy operation and simple one button mode changes. Section 2-Specifications 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 GENERAL Type: One-piece, Moving/Stationary True Doppler radar system Frequency: Ka-Band 33.4-36.0 GHz +100 MHz Tuning Forks Forks stamped “KSI Ka-Band” are for units with microwave frequency 35.5 GHz. Forks for any other Ka- Band frequency will have that frequency clearly labeled on the fork.

Section 2—Specifications Nominal Power Requirements: Voltage (VDC) Current (mA) Without target present: 13.6 With target 13.6 present: Without target & backlight: 13.6 With target & backlight: 13.6 Standby (HOLD): 13.6 Reverse Voltage Diode protection. No damage if Protection: supply leads reversed. Electronic 100% solid state. Section 2-Specifications 2.1 OPERATIONAL Speed Processor: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) performs all signal analysis. Operational All functions are microprocessor Processor: controlled.

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Manual Test: All display segments checked; checks internal calibration and performs a cross check of quartz crystals for accuracy. Automatic self-test: Comparison of quartz crystals done periodically (5 minutes maximum). Section 2—Specifications Speed Range: Meets IACP/NHTSA specifications. Stationary: Target channel sensitivity of 10 dB from 35 to 90 mph (56 to 144 km/h); 5 dB from 60 to 90 mph (96 to 144 km/h). Moving (Opposite direction): within 10 dB for targets between 40 to 90 mph (64 to 144 km/h). Section 2-Specifications Low Battery Flashing “BATT” displayed and an audio warning tone sounds every 2 minutes when internal battery voltage falls below approximately 6.6 VDC.

Operator is prompted that approximately 15 minutes of transmitter operation remains. Low Voltage: Steady “BATT” displayed when internal battery voltage falls below approximately 6.2 VDC (minimum transmitter operating voltage). Section 2—Specifications Opposite: “OPP” displayed when in moving- opposite direction mode. Same: “SAME” displayed when in moving- same direction mode.

Lock: “LOCK” displayed and flashing indicating locked target speed. Fastest: “FAST” displayed when fastest mode (stationary or moving-opposite) selected. Flashes in locked fastest mode.

Remove the unit from the shipping carton and check the packing list against your original purchase order. If the shipment is incomplete or parts are missing, please contact Kustom Signals Customer Service Department at 1-800- 835-0156, or (620) 431-2700.

3.1 MATERIALS SUPPLIED. Section 3—Inspection and Installation 3.2 CABLE INSTALLATION 3.2.1 AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLE Cigarette lighter receptacles have been the traditional source of power for traffic radar over the years.

In newer vehicles, it is possible that poor grounding of this receptacle and electrical noise from various sources can combine to create an unacceptably high level of electronic interference. Section 3—Inspection and Installation 3.2.2 SPEEDOMETER PULSE CABLE This cable sends information about patrol speed from the vehicle speedometer cable to the processing circuitry. The radar then can find and display patrol speed faster. The speedometer pulse cable has a connector at one end which plugs into the mounting pod of the Talon, next to the remote control connector. Section 3—Inspection and Installation 3.3 RADAR INSTALLATION 1.

The Talon is shipped with the handle (corded or cordless) attached. For dash mounting, remove the handle by pressing the blue release button (latch) on the bottom of the indicator and sliding the handle backwards. Section 3—Inspection and Installation 6.

Start the patrol vehicle and position the A/C-heater fan to a mid-range speed. Move the Talon left or right of its initial location and listen for any raspy sound (fan interference) in the audio.

Position the Talon to minimize the amount of interference. Section 4-Unit Description 4. UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.0 SIDE VIEW Trigger When the handle is attached, the Talon operates in Stationary Mode only. The trigger is used.

Activate the transmitter. Lock the active target speed. Control the optional fastest vehicle feature. Section 4—Unit Description 4.1 REAR PANEL.

Section 4-Unit Description A. TARGET Displays target vehicle speeds in stationary and moving modes. RFI Indicator Lights when an excessive amount of RF interference is present. ERR Indicator Lights when an internal error has occurred. BATT Indicates when the battery or Indicator external power source is below the minimum operating voltage.

Section 4—Unit Description M. Speedometer Accepts Speedometer Cable Input connector. Data Port RS232 I/O port which provides patrol and target speed information to an Eyewitness in-car video system or other equipment. AUD (Audio) Displays the audio level currently selected. Section 4-Unit Description 4.2 REMOTE CONTROL The remote control operates through the mounting pod.

The unit plugs into the pod and allows direct control of the following functions: A. HOLD Turns the microwave transmitter on and off. SAME/OPP Switch selects either the (target) same or opposite direction modes. Section 4—Unit Description D. FAST/SLOW 1) In stationary or moving/opposite direction modes, turns fastest vehicle mode on or off.

2) In moving/same direction mode, tells the processor the patrol vehicle is traveling slower than the target vehicle. NOTE: Fastest can be operated one of two ways. Section 5—General Theory of Operation 5.

GENERAL THEORY OF OPERATION 5.0 GENERAL The Talon radar system transmits a radio frequency on Ka- Band, in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. In stationary mode, a portion of the transmitted signal strikes a moving target, traveling toward or away from the transmitter, and the reflected signal is received at the antenna. Section 5—General Theory of Operation After receiving the “high” Doppler signal, the Talon automatically computes the difference between the speed of the patrol vehicle and the target vehicle. The speed of the approaching vehicle registers in the TARGET display.

If for example, a patrol vehicle is traveling at 50 and an approaching vehicle is traveling at 70, the Talon would process the groundspeed of 50 and combined speed of 120. One widely recognized authority for safe limits of nonionizing radiation exposure is the American National Standards Institute, which recommends maximum exposure levels for the frequencies on which the Kustom Signals traffic radar systems operate (ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, “Standard for Safety Levels With Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300 GHz').

While traffic radar devices do emit microwave energy, the levels are so low that there are no probable harmful effects. You may use your Kustom Signals radar unit with complete confidence in its safety, as well as in its accuracy. Section 6—Testing Procedures 6. TESTING PROCEDURES 6.0 GENERAL The internal test and tuning fork tests explained below should be conducted at the beginning and end of each patrol shift to ensure the accuracy and functionality of the unit. The results of these tests may be recorded in a radar log, or officers shift log.

Section 6—Testing Procedures 6.3 MANUAL TEST The operator can manually perform the indicator and internal tests at any time during normal radar operation— just press and release the Test switch. The indicator test will be performed followed by the display of “32” in the TARGET window in Stationary Mode and in both Target and PATROL windows in Moving Mode, indicating the internal crystal cross-check has been successfully. Section 6—Testing Procedures 6.4.1 STATIONARY TUNING FORK TEST 1. Place the Talon in the stationary mode of operation. Verify the range level is set to maximum. Press the RNG switch to display “rnG”, then use the UP arrow to increase the range level to maximum. Section 6—Testing Procedures 4.

Lightly strike the lower speed tuning fork on a hard, nonmetallic surface and place it in front of the antenna. The PATROL window should read the speed stamped on the tuning fork, +1 mph (+1 km/h). Section 6—Testing Procedures 6.4.4 TUNING FORK TEST FAILURE If the proper speed readings are not obtained during the previous tests, check the following: 1.

Verify that the tuning forks are the proper tuning forks supplied with the unit. Striking the tuning fork too hard or on a metallic surface will cause spurious overtones from the tuning fork. Section 6—Testing Procedures 2. Verify the patrol speed displayed matches the speedometer reading, and press the LOCK/REL switch. This tells the DSP processor that the current speedometer reading and the low Doppler patrol speed reading agree, within speedometer tolerance limits.

Section 6—Testing Procedures 6.6 MINIMUM PATROL SPEED SET 1. When the speedometer input feature is not used, the Talon allows the operator to set a minimum patrol speed of 10, 20, 30 or 40 mph (16, 32, 48 or 64 km/h).

Section 7—Operation 7. SYSTEM OPERATION 7.0 OPERATING MODES The Talon radar system offers the operator one of the most versatile Ka-Band traffic radar systems available today. Use it as a handheld or dash-mounted stationary radar.

Use it with the battery handle or corded handle. Use it dash- mounted as a moving radar, with same or opposite direction options. Section 7—Operation 7.1.1 BATTERY CHARGING For cordless operation, the Talon battery handle must be charged before use. Remove the battery handle by turning the unit upside down, and press the blue handle release button (latch) located directly behind the handle. Slide the handle off the unit and connect the battery charging cable to the bottom of the handle. Section 7—Operation 7.1.2 BATTERY OPERATION The Talon has an onboard battery monitor that notifies the operator when battery voltage (internal or external) is approaching or has fallen below the Talon regulation threshold.

First the monitor senses the condition where 15 minutes of transmitting battery life remains. Section 7—Operation 7.1.4 ADJUSTING AUDIO Adjust the Doppler audio for the desired listening level. Press the AUD switch.

The TARGET window will display “Aud” and the PATROL window will display the current audio level. This display will remain for approximately two (2) seconds unless another switch is pressed. Section 7—Operation 7.1.7 BACKLIGHT For low light operation, press and hold the TEST switch for approximately 1 second, then press the MODE switch to turn the backlight on. Repeat to turn off. 7.2 OPERATION - HANDHELD 7.2.1 SETUP 1. Attach the corded or battery handle. Turn the unit on.

It should come on in Stationary Mode. Section 7—Operation 7.2.2 TARGET LOCK 1. To lock the target speed reading, release the trigger. A short audio alert tone will be heard in the speaker and the target speed will be locked and flash in the LOCK window.

To allow additional tracking of the target vehicle, the Talon will continue to transmit and display the Target speed for 5 seconds after the trigger is released. Section 7—Operation 7.3 OPERATION—DASH MOUNTED 7.3.1 SETUP 1. Turn unit off; unplug power cord.

Remove the handle from the Talon by pressing the handle release button (latch) on the bottom of the indicator. Slide the indicator onto the mounting pod, pushing rearward until the release button clicks, indicating the unit is securely in place.

Section 7—Operation 7.4 MOVING MODE—OPPOSITE DIRECTION 1. Place the Talon in the moving mode by pressing the Mode switch, if needed, so that both the TARGET and PATROL windows’ indicators are lit.

Select Opposite Direction mode by pressing SAME/OPP if necessary on the remote control (the OPP indicator will be lit). Section 7—Operation 3. When the patrol vehicle’s speed has dropped 10 mph (16 km/h) below the speed when lock was activated, or the Talon is placed in Hold, the patrol vehicle’s speed, at the time of lock, will flash in the PATROL window. NOTE: This allows the operator to continue to track the target while monitoring the patrol vehicle’s speed and still retain the locked patrol speed.

Section 7—Operation 7.4.5 MOVING MODE – FASTEST VEHICLE LOCK 1. To lock the fastest vehicle speed, momentarily press the LOCK/REL switch on the remote control. After a short alert tone, the Fast display will indicate Lock, the TARGET window will track the fastest speed and the PATROL window will track patrol speed. Section 7—Operation 4. If the target vehicle is traveling slower than the patrol vehicle, the operator should press and hold the FAST/SLOW switch on the remote control. The SLOW indicator will be lit.

When the switch is released, it will remain active for approximately two (2) seconds. Section 8—Influences and Interference 8. INFLUENCES AND INTERFERENCE Interferences from external sources may affect the standard operation of any radar device, including the Talon. These influences can be natural or man-made, however the Digital Signal Processing circuitry will eliminate most of these influences and a knowledgeable operator should be able to determine the nature of the influences and their effect, if any, on the performance of the Talon. Section 8—Influences and Interference 8.1 MAN-MADE INFLUENCES 1. Radar units may display incorrect speed readings from various sources. These include shadowing, combined speeds, moving cosine and fan interferences (splitting speeds).

Unlike other radar, the DSP processor in the Talon can sense and eliminate most of the interferences that other radar might see as speeds during normal operation. Section 8—Influences and Interference 5. Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) exists when there are strong RF transmitters in the immediate area of the radar unit, such as the patrol vehicle’s transmitting radio, high power radio or television stations. The Talon will detect these sources of interference, the RFI indicator will light, and all speed readings will be blanked, except for locked speeds, until the source of interference is reduced or eliminated. Section 8—Influences and Interference The Talon will always look for and display groundspeed before displaying any targets. The groundspeed radar signature is unlike any target or interference signal. The DSP can identify this pattern, which is helpful in situations such as shadowing or combined speeds.

While the speedometer input and DSP technology will eliminate most of the influences found in moving radar, it is still the responsibility of the operator to complete a tracking history. Section 9—Care of the Talon 9. CARE OF THE TALON The Talon radar system is designed for long reliable use by law enforcement agencies. Following basic care guidelines will ensure the unit gives many years of trouble-free service. 9.0 ROUTINE CARE 1.

Receiver diode degradation has no effect on the unit’s accuracy, but will result in unsatisfactory target range. Kustom Signals recommends periodic maintenance of the Talon radar system. Check with your local service center and judicial district for requirements. 9.1 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/RETURN. Kustom Signals for disposal.

For more information on disposal facilities near you, contact the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. (RBRC) at 1-800-8-BATTERY, e. Section 10—Case Law 10. CASE LAW This section is included so radar operators and those individuals responsible for prosecuting traffic arrests can familiarize themselves with the more important legal cases involving the use of traffic radar. To obtain additional information on the referenced material, consult your community’s local law library or the prosecutor’s office.

Section 10—Case Law The court held and took judicial notice of the accuracy of Doppler radar in both the stationary and moving modes of operation. Reference E – Samuel Knight vs State of New York Superior Court. 2d 481, 530 N.E. 2d 1273 (1988). The court ruled that a trained operator, who properly tested the radar, observed the traffic and checked the patrol speed against the patrol vehicle’s speedometer, can accurately. Section 11—FCC Rules 11. FCC RULES 11.0 TRANSMITTER RULES AMENDED The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has amended its rules to eliminate the required annual measurement of transmitter power, frequency and modulation and to specify transmitter power in terms of output power for licensees in the Public Safety, Industrial and Land Transportation Radio Services.

Section 11—FCC Rules 11.1 RADAR UNIT LICENSING AMENDED (PART 90) The Commission has eliminated the requirement for local governmental entities licensed in the Public Safety Radio services to obtain a separate authorization for radar speed detection devices. This change reduces paperwork for the Commission’s licensing staff and for police and other local government units, which no longer have to apply for new radar authorizations or modify or renew existing licenses and may. Section 12—Troubleshooting 12. TROUBLESHOOTING If an operating difficulty is encountered, check the following list of possible problems and solutions before returning the unit to the factory or local Service Center. Problem Possible Solution No Power Indication Check for proper voltage at cigarette plug. Section 12—Troubleshooting No patrol speed during Verify the proper tuning forks are tuning fork test (cont.) being used.

Lightly strike the tuning forks and retest. Remove unit from service if above tests fail. No target readings in Verify unit is not in HOLD. Stationary mode. Section 12—Troubleshooting No patrol speed (cont.) Verify speedometer input is synchronized properly.

Verify the patrol speed is above 10 mph (16 km/h) and below 100 mph (160 km/h). Place unit in stationary mode and drive patrol vehicle. Verify TARGET window displays proper groundspeed.

Section 12—Troubleshooting Remove unit from service if above tests fail. Short range Verify the range control is properly set for the desired distance to target vehicles. Verify the unit is aimed properly.

Verify there are no obstructions between the unit and the target. Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow and fog) may affect the unit’s range. Section 13—Options 13. OPTIONS 13.0 OPTIONS SETUP The TALON radar unit allows the operator to change certain operating parameters of the unit. The following is a list of the available parameters.

Each has a number after the option. An example will be given to instruct the operator how to change the unit. Section 13—Options 13.1 OPTIONS DESCRIPTIONS The following is a description of the function of each one of the Options the operator can set. 13.1.1 AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING OF LOCKED SPEEDS The Talon defaults to not automatically unlocking speeds the officer has locked.

If automatic unlocking is required, add 1 to the Options total. Section 13—Options 13.1.4 PATROL BLANK The Talon defaults to allow the operator to blank the locked patrol speed. If it is required that the lock patrol speed cannot be blanked, add 8 to the Options total. NOTE: Due to international regulations, if this option has been turned on at the factory, it cannot be turned off in the field.

Section 13—Options 13.2 OPTIONS EXAMPLES Using the above options list, add all the numbers for the options you want active. NOTE: default options, such as MPH and Patrol Blank, have a value of zero (0). To enter the Options Menu mode, power the unit off, then press and hold the POWER switch until the power-on sequence stops.

Kustom Signals, Inc. Or its agent, of the Equipment as (i) is covered by this Limited Warranty; (ii) is delivered to Kustom Signals, Inc. Or its agent at the Owner’s or Lessee’s expense within the term of this Limited Warranty.

Owner, Lessee or third party will render the Owner or Lessee responsible for the cost of bringing the system within the manufacturer’s operational specifications. THE LIABILITY OF KUSTOM SIGNALS, INC., IF ANY, WITH RESPECT TO THE EQUIPMENT, SHALL BE LIMITED AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. For additional mounting suggestions, please contact the Kustom Signals Customer Service Department.

Kustom Signals cannot accept any liability for equipment, which has been mounted in conflict with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendation for proper airbag deployment. UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ON DUTY TEST OFF DUTY TEST FORK/ DRIVE/ FORK/ DRIVE/ DATE TEST SIGN TEST SIGN COMMENTS READ RADAR READ RADAR.

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