OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0862-00 1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS 66720-0947 Rev.
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SECTION PAGE 1. INTRODUCTION...........................................................1.1 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 General......................................................................2.1 2.1 Operational...............................................................2.3 3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.0 Initial Inspection ......................................................3.1 3.1 Material Supplied.....................................................3.1 3.2 Cable Installation .....................
SECTION 6.4 6.5 6.6 6.7 PAGE Tuning Fork Testing ................................................6.2 Speedometer Verification........................................6.7 Minimum Patrol Speed Set .....................................6.9 Moving Mode Test ...................................................6.9 7. OPERATION 7.0 Operating Modes......................................................7.1 7.1 Operational Setup ....................................................7.1 7.2 Operation--Handheld ..........
SECTION PAGE 12. TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................12.1 13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT.13.1 13.0 Directional Operation..........................................13.1 13.1 Stationary Road Graphic ....................................13.2 13.2 Moving Mode Road Graphic ..............................13.2 13.3 Test Mode .............................................................13.3 13.4 Stationary Operation ...........................................13.4 13.
1. INTRODUCTION The Kustom Signals FalconHR directional radar system comes from a long-standing commitment to the law enforcement community to provide quality, state-of-the-art speed measuring equipment. The FalconHR offers a wide range of features on this moving/stationary handheld KBand radar system, yet allows easy operation and simple one-button mode changes. FalconHR units have the newest directional features; Dual Channel Microwave antenna and Directional Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 GENERAL Type: One-piece, Directional Moving / Stationary, Doppler radar system. Frequency: Ka-Band 24.125 GHz +100 MHz System Accuracy: Stationary +1 mph (+2km/h) Moving +1/-2 mph (+2/-3 km/h) Operating Voltage: Corded: 10.0 to 16.5 VDC, 300 mA max The FalconHR will operate normally and not display a low voltage alert to at least 10.0 VDC. Typically it will continue to operate even when the external battery voltage drops substantially below the specified 10.0 VDC. Cordless: 6.
Nominal Power Requirements: No target present: Voltage (VDC) 13.6 With target present: Audio = Max Backlight = Off With target present: Audio = Max Backlight = On Standby (HOLD): After 30 seconds Current (mA) 140 13.6 230 13.6 240 13.6 60 24 Reverse Voltage Protection: Diode protection. No damage if supply leads reversed. Electronic Components: 100% solid state; integrated circuits, and Digital Signal Processor.
2.1 OPERATIONAL Speed Processor: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) performs all functions and signal analysis. 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), upon every mode change and at the time of lock. “Err” displayed if an error is found. Lock Time: Instantaneous. Patrol window: Displays Doppler patrol speed.
Speed Range: Meets IACP/NHTSA specifications for target sensitivity. Stationary: 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 Dir.): 10 dB for targets from 40 to 90 mph (64 to 144 km/h); 5 dB from 60 to 90 mph (96 to 144 km/h). Moving (Same Dir.): 10 dB for targets from 5 to 25 mph (8 to 40 km/h). Stationary: Moving: Patrol: Spec: 10 to 205 mph (16 to 330 km/h). Typical: 6 to 208 mph (9 to 334 km/h).
Target: Opposite Dir.: Target minimum (Patrol < 40 mph): Spec: 10 mph (16 km/h) Typical: 9mph (14 km/h) Target minimum (Patrol > 40 mph): Spec: 20 mph (32 km/h) Target maximum: (Combined patrol and target speeds): Spec: 205 mph (330 km/h) Typical: 208 mph (334 km/h). Same Dir.: Minimum difference speed: Spec: 5 mph (8 km/h) Typical: 3 mph (5 km/h). Maximum difference: 0.65 x Patrol Speed. 2.
Indicators: Stationary: “TARGET” window displayed. Moving: “PATROL” and “TARGET” both displayed in window. Low Battery: (Warning) Flashing “BATT” displayed and an audio warning tone sounds every 2 minutes when internal voltage falls below approximately 6.6 VDC. Approximately 30 minutes of transmitter operation remains. Low Voltage: (Error) Steady “BATT” displayed when internal voltage falls below approximately 6.0 VDC. The transmitter is disabled, but locked speeds will remain. At approximately 5.
Lock: “LOCK” displayed and flashing indicating locked target speed. Fastest: “FAST” displayed when fastest mode (stationary or moving) selected. Indicator flashes in locked fastest mode. Test: Indicator flashed when the unit is in tuning fork test mode. Km/h: Indicator is on when the unit is displaying speeds in km/h. Road Graphic: These indicators are used to show the mode of operation and target direction.
3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.0 INITIAL INSPECTION Before installing your FalconHR, please take a moment to carefully inspect the shipping carton for damage. Contact the shipping carrier at once if you notice any damage. 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 1-800835-0156, or (620) 431-2700. 3.
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.
3.2.2 SPEEDOMETER PULSE CABLE Installing the provided cable to the vehicle’s speed sensor (VSS) provides a signal to the FalconHR for Kustom Signals patented Tru-Trak assisted patrol speed search feature. This feature virtually eliminates the problems of patrol shadowing and patrol combining. This signal also allows the unit to automatically switch between moving and stationary modes as the vehicle’s movement is sensed. 1.
3.3 RADAR INSTALLATION 1. The FalconHR is shipped with the handle (corded or cordless) attached. With the handle attached, the user can operate the unit in the handheld or dash mounted mode. In the handheld configuration, the radar operates only in the stationary mode when the unit is removed from the mount. In this situation, the transmitter is only active when the trigger is pulled. 2.
5. Momentarily press the PWR switch on the rear panel of the FalconHR. (Refer to Section 4.1 for location and function of the switches.) The FalconHR will proceed through an indicator test, internal test and several other reliability tests. Select the Stationary “ALL” mode of operation by pressing the MODE switch, if required. (If “PATROL” is displayed, press the MODE switch.) Only “TARGET” will be displayed in the stationary mode with the patrol window indicating “ALL”, “APr”, or “rEc”. TARGET FAST 6.
8. When a suitable location is found, secure the dash bracket to the windshield using the suction cups and Velcro. 9. Position of the antenna: Moving: Aim the antenna parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway. Stationary: Unit may be operated on the mount or handheld to achieve maximum performance and pointed directly toward the vehicles being monitored. 3.
4. UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.0 SIDE VIEW ` Trigger When the FalconHR is off the mount, it operates in stationary mode only. The trigger is used to : Activate the transmitter Lock the active target speed Control the optional fastest feature Data / Charger connector NOTE: The FalconHR can connect to video systems, remote control systems, or have the operating software updated through the data connector. 4.
4.1 REAR PANEL R Q O A TARGET B C Km/h TEST BATT HOLD P N M D FAST SLOW LOCK PATROL L TEST MODE AUD RNG PWR K E J F I H G A. TARGET Displays target vehicle speeds in stationary and moving modes. B. Km/h Indicates when the speed readings are in kilometers per hour, km/h. 4.
C. Road Graphic Indicates Mode of operation: moving or stationary. Indicates target direction: approaching or receding. D. PATROL Displays the patrol vehicle speed. Displays the stationary directional modes: Approaching only “APr”, Receding only, “rEc”, or All “ALL”. E. PWR Turns the unit on or off. F. RNG (Range) Puts the unit in the range set mode. Secondary function is the increment (up) control. G. Latch Press to unlatch radar from handle. H. IR Detector Receiver for the IR remote control.
L. FAST/LOCK Display Displays fastest or locked vehicle speeds. M. LOCK Indicates the FAST/LOCK display is showing a Locked speed. N. FAST Indicates the unit is in fastest mode and that the fastest vehicle speed is displayed in the FAST/LOCK window. O. HOLD Indicates the radar transmitter is turned off. P. BATT Indicates when the battery or external power source is below the minimum operating voltage. Q. TEST Indicates the unit is in TEST mode. R.
4.2 REMOTE CONTROL G D A E B D A F C E B F C FALCON HR FALCON HR H Wireless Remote Wired Remote When the FalconHR has a handle attached and is placed in the mount, certain functions can be controlled with the Wireless/Infrared (IR) remote. If the unit is attached to the optional pod, a wired or IR remote can be used. 4.
The remote controls the following functions: A. HOLD Turns the radar transmitter on and off. B. SAME/OPP In moving mode, selects either the same or opposite direction. In stationary mode this button toggles between approaching only and receding only modes. C. MODE Rotates through the four modes of operation. 1. Moving Mode. 2. Stationary ALL. 3. Stationary Approaching only. 4. Stationary Receding only. D. LOCK/REL Alternately Locks and Releases the target and patrol speeds. E.
4.3 MOUNTING POD (OPTIONAL) A B C D A. Data Port RS232 I/O port provides information to video systems or for updating operating software. All operations of the FalconHR can be controlled via this port. B. Speedometer Input Accepts speedometer cable connector. C. Remote Control Accepts the wired remote control jack. D. Power Cable Permanently attached to the pod. 4.
5. GENERAL THEORY OF OPERATION 5.0 GENERAL The FalconHR moving radar system transmits a K-Band radio frequency in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. In moving mode a portion of the transmitted signal reflects from the surface of passing stationary objects back to the antenna. This returning signal is the "groundspeed" Doppler.
Upon receiving the "target" Doppler signal, the processing unit 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 window. If, for example, a patrol vehicle is traveling 55 MPH and an approaching vehicle is traveling 65 MPH, the FalconHR would process the groundspeed of 55 MPH and the combined speed of 120 MPH. The DSP would subtract the patrol speed from the combined speed (120 - 55 = 65).
5.1 MICROWAVE RF EMISSIONS Traffic radar operators may have some questions about the biological effects of exposure to the microwave energy produced by the radar devices. According to all credible evidence, the emission levels resulting from traffic radar use pose no threat whatsoever, either to the radar operator or to target vehicle occupants.
Another reference document on this topic is a DOT publication entitled "Field Strength Measurements of Speed Measuring Radar Units" (NHTSA Technical Report #DOTHS-805 928). This report documents a series of tests performed by the National Bureau of Standards on twentytwo commonly used models of traffic radar units, from six different manufacturers including Kustom. Aperture power density levels measured were from 0.25 to 2.82 mW/cm2, while back-lobe power density values ranged from 0.001 to 0.02 mW/cm2.
6. TESTING PROCEDURES 6.0 GENERAL The 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, similar to the log found at the end of this manual. The internal circuit and antenna tests are periodically performed automatically while the unit is in use. 6.1 POWER ON Press and release the PWR switch.
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 “PAS” in the TARGET window in Stationary Mode and in both Target and PATROL windows in Moving Mode. NOTE: The unit will remain in the TEST state for 30 seconds after releasing the TEST switch, indicated by the flashing TEST indicator.
** Due to the ability of the FalconHR to reject nondirectional signals, the operator must place the unit in the TEST mode to read tuning forks. Momentarily depress the TEST switch. Upon releasing this switch, the FalconHR will complete the internal tests and enter the tuning fork TEST mode. The unit will remain in the TEST mode for 30 seconds after releasing the TEST switch, indicated by the flashing TEST indicator. Tuning fork tests may be performed while in this mode.
Stationary tuning fork speed is indicated in the TARGET window . In Test mode the TEST indicator will flash . TARGET TEST 5. Repeat for the higher speed tuning fork. NOTE: Since the FalconHR can determine these fork signals are non-moving targets, the speeds displayed during the fork tests cannot be LOCKED. 6.4.2 MOVING-OPPOSITE DIRECTION TUNING FORK TEST 1. Place the unit in the dash mount or optional Pod and select moving mode, opposite direction.
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). 5. While holding the lower speed fork in front of the antenna, lightly strike the higher speed tuning fork and place it in front of the antenna. The TARGET window should display the difference between the lower fork and the higher fork. TARGET display tolerance is +1 mph (1 km/h).
2. Momentarily press the TEST switch to enter the TEST mode. The TEST indictor will be flashing while in the TEST state. This allows the radar to detect a tuning fork and bypasses the speedometer input if it is being used. 3. Lightly strike the higher speed tuning fork on a hard, nonmetallic surface and hold it in front of the antenna. The PATROL window should display the speed stamped on the fork, +1 mph (+1 km/h). 4.
6.4.4 TUNING FORK TEST FAILURE If the proper speed readings are not obtained during the previous tests, check the following: 1. The FalconHR cannot test tuning forks if the system is not in Test mode as indicated by the flashing TEST indicator. 2. Verify that the tuning forks are the proper tuning forks supplied with the unit. 3. Striking the tuning fork too hard or on a metallic surface will cause spurious overtones from the tuning fork. This may cause the speed readings to be double the specified speed.
1. After installation and initial testing with tuning forks, the FalconHR should be driven at a constant speed, between 30 and 70 mph (48 and 112 km/h). Press the PAT SEL switch on the remote control twice. “Snc” will appear in the TARGET window and patrol speed will appear in the PATROL window. 2. Verify the patrol speed displayed matches the speedometer reading, and press the LOCK/REL switch.
6.6 MINIMUM PATROL SPEED SET 1. When the speedometer input feature is not used, the FalconHR allows the operator to set a minimum patrol speed of 10, 20, 30 or 40 mph (16, 32, 48 or 64 km/h). 2. To activate this feature, place the unit in the moving mode and press the PAT SEL switch one (1) time. The unit will display “P” in the Patrol window and the last selected minimum patrol speed will be displayed. Default is the lowest value (10 mph/16 km/h).
7. OPERATION 7.0 OPERATING MODES The FalconHR radar system offers the operator one of the most versatile traffic radar systems available today. It can be used in handheld or dash-mounted in 5 different operating modes. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Stationary ALL Stationary Approaching Only Stationary Receding Only Moving Opposite Direction Moving Same Direction NOTE: The following guide to operating the FalconHR radar system is not intended to be a training program.
mounting pod can use either the wireless or the wired remote. The speedometer cable (if used) can be connected to the optional mounting pod. 7.1.1 BATTERY CHARGING For cordless operation, the FalconHR battery handle must be charged before use. The battery may be charged while attached or removed from the unit. To remove the battery handle, turn the unit upside down, press the blue handle release button (latch) located directly behind the handle, and slide the handle off the unit.
7.1.2 BATTERY OPERATION The FalconHR has an onboard battery monitor that notifies the operator when battery voltage (internal or external) is approaching or has fallen below the FalconHR regulation threshold. First the monitor senses the condition where 30 minutes of transmitting battery life remains. A flashing “BATT” indicator and an audio warning tone every two minutes notifies the operator that battery life is limited.
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. While “Aud” is displayed, press either the down arrow (Audio) or up arrow (Range) to decrease or increase the audio level. The displays will return to their normal mode two (2) seconds after the last switch is released.
7.1.7 BACKLIGHT For low light operation, the FalconHR has a low power consumption fiber-optic backlight. To turn the backlight on, press the TEST switch, then while all the LCD segments are on, press the MODE switch. Repeat to turn off the backlight. 7.2 OPERATION - HANDHELD 7.2.1 SETUP 1. Attach the corded or battery handle. Turn the unit on. Place the system in Stationary Mode “ALL” with the transmitter in HOLD. 2. Set the range and audio levels as needed. 3.
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. 2. To allow additional tracking of the target vehicle, the FalconHR will continue to transmit and display the Target speed for 5 seconds after the trigger is released. At the end of that time, the TARGET display will blank. 3. To release a locked speed, pull and release the trigger. The LOCK window will blank.
7.3 OPERATION—DASH MOUNTED 7.3.1 SETUP For dash-mounted moving / stationary operation, the FalconHR can use the corded or cordless handle or the optional mounting pod. Units with the optional mounting pod can use either the wireless or the wired remote. The following steps describe connecting the mounting pod. 1. Turn unit off; unplug power cord. Remove the handle from the FalconHR by pressing the handle release button (latch) on the bottom of the indicator. 2.
7.3.2 STATIONARY MODE There are three modes of stationary operation: • Approaching only (Apr), receding vehicles not displayed. • Receding only (rEc), approaching vehicles not displayed. • All (ALL), targets from both directions are displayed and the direction of travel is indicated. 1. Complete a tracking history as described in Sec. 7.2.1 Step 4. 2. To lock a speed, press LOCK/REL on the remote control. To release a locked-in speed, press again. See Sec. 7.2.2 for details. 3.
7.4 MOVING MODE—OPPOSITE DIRECTION 1. Place the FalconHR in the moving mode by pressing the Mode switch, if needed, so that both the TARGET and PATROL windows’ indicators are lit. If necessary, select Opposite Direction mode by pressing SAME/OPP switch on the remote control (the opposite road graphic indicator will be lit). 2. If the speedometer input feature is not used, check the setting of the minimum patrol speed. To display the existing patrol minimum setting, press the PAT SEL switch one (1) time.
7.4.2 MOVING MODE – TARGET LOCK 1. To lock the target speed reading, press the LOCK switch on the remote. A short alert tone will be heard, and the LOCK window will display the speed of the target vehicle. 2. The FalconHR will continue to track the target and patrol speeds. 3. When the patrol vehicle’s speed has dropped 10 mph (16 km/h) below the speed when lock was activated, or the FalconHR is placed in Hold, the patrol vehicle’s speed, at the time of lock, will flash in the PATROL window.
7.4.4 MOVING MODE – FASTEST VEHICLE (OPTIONAL FEATURE) 1. With the unit operating in the moving mode, observe traffic. 2. The FalconHR allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold or Toggle control). See Sec. 14, Options, for selecting the preferred method. When the fastest mode is activated, the FAST indicator will be turned on. 3. When a fastest target is detected, the FAST indicator will flash and the fastest speed will be displayed in the LOCK window.
7.5 MOVING MODE – SAME DIRECTION (OPTIONAL FEATURE) 1. Select the moving mode, same direction by pressing the SAME/OPP switch on the remote control. The same direction road graphic indicator will be lit. 2. While driving, observe traffic traveling the same direction as the patrol vehicle. 3. Complete a tracking history, and verify the patrol speed agrees with the speedometer speed reading. NOTE: Vehicles traveling at the same rate of speed as the patrol vehicle will not qualify as targets.
7.6 SPEEDOMETER PULSE OPERATION The FalconHR has hardware and software in place to interface the unit to the patrol vehicles speed sensor. The speed sensors input pulses steer the DSP in the search for the Doppler patrol signal. This patented technique virtually eliminates problems of patrol shadowing and patrol combining. Once the synchronization procedure has been completed, no further action is needed unless the FalconHR has been placed in another patrol vehicle.
7.7 SMART PATROL SEARCH The FalconHR can be operated with or without speedometer input. If the speedometer input is not connected, the unit will use patented Smart Patrol Search (SPS) software routines. This software reduces patrol shadowing and patrol combining when coming out of Hold mode by knowledge of how traffic radar is typically used by the operator.
If on the other hand the unit is not in Hold for the typical amount of time (less than one second), the region around the saved patrol will be excluded from the initial patrol search. While the last patrol speed is being rejected from the search ‘re-‘ will be displayed in the Patrol window. Example: If the patrol vehicle is traveling 25 MPH, there is a strong approaching target traveling 45 MPH, and the radar has mistakenly combined the two and is displaying 70 MPH for patrol.
8. INFLUENCES AND INTERFERENCE Interferences from external sources may affect the standard operation of any radar device, including the FalconHR. 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 FalconHR. 8.0 NATURAL INFLUENCES 1.
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). 2. Patrol speed shadowing may occur when the radar unit receives a stronger signal from a large vehicle traveling the same direction than the groundspeed return signal of the patrol vehicle. This difference speed may be placed in the PATROL window and used instead of the proper patrol speed. See Sec. 8.2. 3.
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. Normally these signals are processed as non-moving and not displayed as targets.
8.2 GROUNDSPEED True groundspeed of the patrol vehicle is required by all moving traffic radar systems before a target vehicle’s speed can be accurately computed. If the FalconHR loses correct groundspeed, the operator can recapture groundspeed by quickly activating and then deactivating the HOLD mode. If the speedometer input is being used with the FalconHR, the DSP will accurately track even a weak patrol speed return due to the small tracking window, unlike radar without speedometer input.
9. CARE OF THE FALCONHR The FalconHR radar system is designed for long reliable use by law enforcement agencies. Following basic care guidelines will ensure the unit gives many years of troublefree service. 9.0 ROUTINE CARE 1. Use a damp cloth to clean the outside of the radar unit if it becomes dirty. DO NOT use excessive water or any cleaners or sprays on the outer surface of the FalconHR’s mounting pod or remote control. 2. As with all electrical or electronic equipment, protect the unit from water.
6. Kustom Signals recommends periodic maintenance of the FalconHR radar system. Check with your local service center and judicial district for requirements. 9.1 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/RETURN Should the FalconHR need repair or calibration from Kustom Signals Customer Service, please visit our website (www.kustomsignals.com ), click on the “parts & returns” tab and follow the instructions on the Returns Form to receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
9.2 BATTERY DISPOSAL It is a violation of Federal regulations to dispose of rechargeable batteries in a landfill. They must be recycled at an appropriate facility, disposed of in accordance with local ordinances, or shipped back to Kustom Signals for disposal. For more information on disposal facilities near you, contact the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corp. (RBRC) at 1-800-8-BATTERY, email rbrc@rbrc.com, web page www.rbrc.com. 9.
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.
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. 72 N.Y. 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 determine the speed of vehicles while the patrol vehicle is moving.
! 11. FCC INFORMATION FCC IDENTIFIER Name of Grantee IVQFAL-HR Kustom Signals Inc. The FalconHR has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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. Reseat cigarette plug in the socket. Check fuses if using vehicle’s cigarette socket. Unit will not complete test cycle or shows ERR Verify the power plug is secure.
No patrol speed during tuning fork test Verify that unit is in Test mode. Verify that the unit is not in HOLD. Verify the proper tuning forks are being used. Lightly strike the tuning forks and retest. Remove unit from service if above tests fail. No target readings in stationary mode Verify unit is not in HOLD. Verify range control is set properly. Verify unit is aimed properly and the target is within range of the radar. Unsquelch audio and verify that a Doppler tone is heard when targets are present.
No patrol speed (cont.) Weather conditions (heavy rain, snow or fog) may affect the unit’s ability to pick up groundspeed. Verify speedometer input is synchronized properly. Verify the patrol speed is above patrol minimum setting and below 120 mph. Place unit in stationary mode and drive patrol vehicle. Verify TARGET window displays proper groundspeed. If no speed readings, remove unit from service. Speedometer verification shows “0” Check speedometer input cable.
No target readings in moving mode (cont) Target speed may be a harmonic of patrol speed. Speed up or slow down patrol vehicle. 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. Check for electrical interferences.
! 13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.0 DIRECTIONAL OPERATION The FalconHR uses state-of-the-art electronic processing to determine the direction of travel of target vehicles. This additional information aids the officer in better target identification. This can be done by displaying the direction of travel with the motorist speed or by selecting the direction of vehicles to be displayed. Definition of Terms: ALL: Stationary mode: Detects both approaching and receding vehicles.
! 13.1 STATIONARY ROAD GRAPHIC Target Approaching Target Receding Not active in Stationary modes. Represents the officers vehicle. 13.2 MOVING MODE ROAD GRAPHIC Target Moving Opposite Target Same Direction On indicates Moving mode. Represents the officers vehicle. 13.
! 13.3 TEST MODE Stationary tuning fork speed is indicated in the TARGET window In Test mode the TEST indicator will flash . TARGET TARGET TEST MODE Moving mode tuning fork speeds are indicated in the Target & Patrol windows . TEST TEST PATROL Pressing the TEST button places the radar in test mode, which is indicated by the flashing TEST indicator. While in test mode, the radar will display all speeds, both moving targets and non-moving targets such as tuning forks.
! 13.4 STATIONARY OPERATION 13.4.1 STATIONARY ALL Both indicators solid when fastest is active (searching). The appropriate indicator flashes when fastest vehicle is found, to indicate: Approaching or Receding Target. Both indicators are on solid until a strongest vehicle is detected. Then the appropriate indicator is on solid to indicate: Approaching or Receding target.
! 13.4.2 STATIONARY APPROACHING ONLY STATIONARY MODE APPROACHING Indicator is solid if fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle found. TARGET TARGET FAST FAST To activate the stationary, approaching targets only mode, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “APr” appears in the PATROL window. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Approaching mode, the TARGET window will indicate the strongest approaching target speed.
! 13.4.3 STATIONARY RECEDING ONLY STATIONARY MODE RECEDING Indicator is solid when fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle is found. TARGET TARGET FAST FAST To place the unit in the stationary mode, monitoring receding traffic, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “rEc” is displayed in the PATROL window. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Receding mode, the TARGET window will indicate the strongest receding target speed.
! 13.5 MOVING MODE OPERATION Patrol Speed: In all moving mode operations the PATROL window indicates the speed of the patrol vehicle and the patrol road graphic indicator will be lit. 13.5.1 SAME-DIRECTION MOVING MODE SAME LANE Indicator is solid when fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle found.
! Same-Direction “FASTEST” If the Fastest feature is activated, the same direction fastest road LED indicator will be on solid until a fastest, same direction vehicle is detected, which is also faster than the PATROL vehicle’s speed. After detection, the same direction fastest indicator will flash and the fastest vehicle speed will be displayed in the FAST window. NOTE: In the Same-Direction Fastest Mode, the “fastest” target vehicle must be faster than the patrol vehicle by 3 MPH.
! 13.5.2 MOVING OPPOSITE MOVING MODE OPPOSITE Indicator is solid when fastest is active (searching). Indicator flashes when fastest vehicle found. TARGET FAST PATROL When operating the radar in Moving Opposite mode, the patrol vehicle and moving opposite road indicator will be on solid and the strongest vehicle speed will be displayed in the TARGET window.
! 13.6 LOCKING MOVING MODE OPPOSITE LOCK Fastest speed display and fastest graphic flash together. Fastest tracking moves to the TARGET speed window. TARGET FAST LOCK PATROL If the Lock button is pressed while tracking a fastest vehicle in any mode, the fastest speed will be locked in the LOCK window, and the fastest tracking will move to the TARGET window. After lock, both the LOCK window and the fastest indicator will flash together. 13.
14. OPTIONS 14.0 OPTIONS SETUP The FalconHR 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.
14.1 OPTIONS DESCRIPTION The following is a description of the function of each one of the Options the operator can set. 14.1.1 AUTOMATIC UNLOCKING OF LOCKED SPEEDS The FalconHR defaults to not automatically unlocking speeds the officer has locked. If automatic unlocking is required, add 1 to the Options total. NOTE: Due to state regulations, if this option has been turned on at the factory, it cannot be turned off in the field. 14.1.
14.1.2 LOW POWER SAVINGS The FalconHR defaults to using very low power after 30 seconds in HOLD with no targets locked. The unit will also turn off after 30 minutes in HOLD and no operator activity. The power saving operation can be disabled by adding 8 to the Options total. 14.1.5 FASTEST OPERATION The FalconHR offers two modes of fastest operation from the remote control. The default mode is to push and hold the FAST switch.
14.2 OPTIONS EXAMPLES Using the above options list, add all the numbers for the options you want active. Note that default options, such as MPH, 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 at the Snc display. Press the TEST switch three (3) times to advance through the maintenance screens, until OPt appears in the TARGET window and a number appears in the FAST/LOCK window. This number may be zero.
15. WARRANTY The Kustom Signals Traffic Safety Radar system is guaranteed to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of delivery to the Owner or Lessee. • This Warranty applies only to the original registered Owner or Lessee on file at Kustom Signals, Inc., and cannot be assigned or transferred to a third party. • The Owner or Lessee shall use the Equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s operational instructions.
• This warranty is not intended to supplant normal care and service by the Owner or Lessee, as specified in the Operator’s Manual, and shall not apply to equipment that has been defaced or damaged through normal usage. • The liability of Kustom Signals, Inc., if any, with respect to the equipment, shall be limited as provided in this Warranty. Kustom Signals, Inc.
" A. PRINTER AND DATALOGGER A.0 OPTIONAL FEATURE DESCRIPTION The FalconHR can be ordered with optional features to drive a printer and/or to log locked target speed data. The Printer feature can be setup to print a slip each time a target speed is locked or when the operator presses the MODE switch while a target is locked. The slip includes the serial number of the unit, the target speed, the mode of operation, the time and date, and a place for the officer to sign the slip.
" The following is the order of the maintenance screens: Snc – Displays speedometer sync number CnF – Displays configured features SFt – Displays software versions Opt – Displays and allows setting options PdO – Printer/DataLogger Options CLO – Displays and allows setting hour and minute CAL – Displays and allows setting month and date Yr – Displays and allows setting the year UtL – Displays the percentage of memory already used.
" To manually set the time and date, the operator needs to enter the maintenance menu screens on power up. To enter the maintenance menu mode, power the unit off, then press and hold the POWER switch until the power-on sequence stops at the 'Snc' display. Pressing the TEST switch advances the display to the next maintenance screen. To set the time in the FalconHR, advance the maintenance screen to the 'CLO' display. The current hour will be flashing.
" NOTE: When the FalconHR DataLogger memory is completely utilized, new locked target speeds will not be stored until the unit is connected to a PC and the DataLogger is cleared using TalonDL software (provided by KSI). Pressing the TEST switch while in the 'UtL' maintenance screen will advance the unit to its normal operating mode. A.3 FALCONHR PRINT OUT The standard print driver in the FalconHR is for an Able Systems Ap862-B printer.
" Line 4 – This line displays the mode of operation and unit of measure at the time of the lock. Line 5 – This line displays the time and date that the lock occurred. The format is Hour:Minute Month/Date/Year. Line 6 – This line provides a space for the officer to sign or initial the slip. A.4 FALCONHR DATALOGGER FILE The officer or supervisor can download the FalconHR DataLogger memory to a PC file using TalonDL software (provided by KSI). The file will be in a standard text file for viewing or printing.
" The next series of lines are the lock records. Each lock record will show: the number of the lock, the locked target speed, and the minute the lock occurred in the current date record. The third line in the example shows this is the first lock in the DataLogger, the target speed was 57, and it occurred in the 4th minute of the current date record. A.5 TALONDL PC SOFTWARE KSI provides TALONDL software to interface with a FalconHR that has the DataLogger feature.
AIRBAG CAUTION Equipment mounted in 1994 or later series police vehicles may interfere with the operation of passenger side airbags. Information is available directly from the automobile manufacturers regarding areas for safe mounting of equipment such as police radar. Since this information will vary by vehicle make and model year, Kustom Signals recommends contacting the vehicle manufacturer and following their instructions with respect to mounting of radar units and other equipment.
PRINTER’S NOTES 1. Print Airbag Caution Sheet (located at back of manual) on green bond and insert between pages 3.6 and 4.1 in the manual. 2. Print Section A—Printer / DataLogger Optional Features (front and back) on Buff bond and insert between warranty section and radar log. DO NOT INCLUDE THIS SHEET AS PART OF THE MANUAL.
UNIT SERIAL NUMBER_____________ ON DUTY TEST DATE TEST FORK/ READ DRIVE/ RADAR OFF DUTY TEST SIGN TEST FORK/ READ DRIVE/ RADAR SIGN COMMENTS
