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Kustom Signals Raptor RP-1 Operator's Manual

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Raptor RP-1
Traffic Safety Radar
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
P/N 006-0907-00
Rev. 7
1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS 66720-0947

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  • Page 1 Raptor RP-1 Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR’S MANUAL P/N 006-0907-00 Rev. 7 1010 W CHESTNUT CHANUTE, KS 66720-0947...
  • Page 2 This publication may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in whole or in part in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without prior written permission of Kustom Signals, Inc., 9652 Loiret Blvd., Lenexa, KS 66219 Customer Service 1-800-835-0156 (620-431-2700)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION............1.1 2. SPECIFICATIONS............2.1 2.0 General...............2.1 2.1 Operational..............2.4 3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION ......3.1 3.0 Initial Inspection ............3.1 3.1 Material Supplied............3.1 3.2 VSS Pulse Cable Installation ........3.2 3.3 Radar Installation ............3.3 4. UNIT DESCRIPTION............4.1 4.0 Display Panel View............4.1 4.1 DuraTrak™...
  • Page 4 7.7.9 Diagnostics Menu Screen ........7.23 8. INFLUENCES AND INTERFERENCE ......8.1 8.0 Natural Influences............8.1 8.1 Man-Made Influences ..........8.2 8.2 Groundspeed ..............8.4 9. CARE OF THE Raptor RP-1 ........9.1 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.
  • Page 5 12. TROUBLESHOOTING ..........12.1 13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPP....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 13.5 Moving Mode Operation........13.7 13.6 Fastest Locking ............13.10 14. ATTESTATION of CONFORMITY ......14.1 14.0 CE Certificate of Conformity.........14.1 14.1 AS/NZ Certificate of Conformity 14.2...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The Raptor RP-1 K-Band antenna sets a new standard for low power / low current operation which will be appreciated as low draw on the already heavily taxed patrol vehicle’s power source.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2.0 GENERAL Type: Two-piece, Directional Moving / Stationary, Doppler radar system. Frequency: K-Band 24.125 GHz +100 MHz Ka-Band 35.5 GHz +100 MHz System Accuracy: Stationary +1 mph (+1km/h) Moving +1/-2 mph (+1/-2 km/h) Operating Voltage: K-Band: 9.0 to 16.5 VDC, 300 mA max.
  • Page 8 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS Nominal Power Requirements: Voltage Current (mA) (VDC) K-Band Ka-Band No target present: Backlight = Off 13.6 Backlight = On 13.6 With target present: Audio = Max 13.6 Backlight = Off With target present: Audio = Max 13.6 Backlight = On Standby (HOLD): 13.6 Backlight = Off...
  • Page 9 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions: Display Unit: Height: 2.6” (6.60 cm) Width: 4.1” (10.41 cm) Depth: 1.5” (3.81 cm) Weight: 0.30 lb. (0.14 kg) Processing Unit: Height: 1.2” (3.05 cm) Width: 3.9” (9.91 cm) Depth: 2.35” (5.97 cm) Weight: 0.35 lb (0.16 kg) Antenna Unit (K-Band): Height: 3.1”...

  • Page 10: Operational

    SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS 2.1 OPERATIONAL Speed Processor: Digital Signal Processor (DSP) performs all signal analysis and speed calculations. Manual Test: All display pixels checked; checks internal calibration and performs a cross check of quartz crystals for timing accuracy. Automatic self-test: Comparison of quartz crystals done periodically (5 minutes maximum), upon every mode change and at the time of lock.
  • Page 11 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS 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);...
  • Page 12 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS 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 K-Band: 208 mph (334 km/h).
  • Page 13 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS Timing Error: Displays “XTAL ERROR” in the message area when an internal error in the operating system is detected. Active speed displays will blank. Locked speeds will remain. Transmitter Hold: Displays “HOLD” above the active target speed area and in the message area when the system is not transmitting.
  • Page 14 SECTION 2--SPECIFICATIONS K-Band Antenna: Microwave Freq: 24.125 GHz. Beam Width: 12° +1°. (Horizontal) Polarization: Linear. Power Density: Less than 1 mW/cm at aperture. Source Power: 8 mW max. Ka-Band Antenna: Microwave Freq: 35.5 GHz. Beam Width: 12° Polarization: Circular Power Density: Less than 5 mW/cm at aperture.

  • Page 15: Inspection And Installation

    SECTION 3—INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3. INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.0 INITIAL INSPECTION Before installing your Raptor RP-1, 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.

  • Page 16: Vss Pulse Cable Installation

    SECTION 3—INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 3.2 VSS PULSE CABLE INSTALLATION Installing the provided cable to the vehicle’s speed sensor (VSS) provides a signal to the Raptor RP-1 for Kustom Signals’ patented Tru-Trak assisted patrol speed search feature. This feature virtually eliminates the problems of patrol shadowing and patrol combining.

  • Page 17: Radar Installation

    The Raptor RP-1's display panel can be located overhead, on the dashboard or on the radio rack. The processing unit can be located under the dash, in the glove box or under the front seat.
  • Page 18 3. Connect the Raptor RP-1's power plug to the proper power source. 4. Momentarily depress the POWER switch on the front panel of the Raptor RP-1 (refer to Sec. 4.0 for location and function of front panel switches). It will process through the power-up sequence and internal tests as described later in Sec.
  • Page 19 SECTION 3—INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION 5. Place the Raptor RP-1 in the unsquelched (audio on) mode. Set the audio level to a point the noise from the antenna can be heard. a. Press the Menu ( ) switch to go to the main menu screen.
  • Page 20 5. Position the antenna parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway. NOTE: The polarization of the Raptor RP-1 K-Band antenna is linear. For best results, the antenna must be mounted with the aim site on the housing at the top or bottom, not to the side.

  • Page 21: Unit Description

    SECTION 4—UNIT DESCRIPTION 4. UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.0 DISPLAY PANEL VIEW MAIN ENFORCEMENT STATE S1. Power Switch Control for power on / off and for toggling backlight on / off. S2. Hold (↓) Toggles the active antenna microwave Switch transmitter on and off. In setup menu screens this is the down control.
  • Page 22 SECTION 4—UNIT DESCRIPTION A. Primary Target Displays target vehicle speeds in Speed Area stationary and moving modes. B. Active Antenna Indicates FRONT or REAR for the current active antenna. HOLD if no antenna active. C. Directional Indicates the direction of travel of the Indicator target displayed in the Target Speed Area.

  • Page 23: Duratrak™ Target Signal Tracking Bars

    BARS The Target Signal Tracking Bars (DuraTrak™) is a new, patent pending feature from Kustom Signals. The level on the bar shows the user the signal strength duration of the current target. This is not the same as the instantaneous signal strength.

  • Page 24: Remote Control

    SECTION 4—UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.2 REMOTE CONTROL Certain functions of the Raptor RP-1 can be controlled with a wired or optional wireless/infrared (IR) remote. A. Front Hold This switch is used to turn the front antenna microwave transmitter on and off. If the rear antenna is active, it will be placed in Hold and the front antenna will become active.
  • Page 25 SECTION 4—UNIT DESCRIPTION C. Same/Opposite In moving mode this switch toggles between the same direction or opposite direction mode. In stationary selective modes, this switch toggles between approaching only and receding only directions. This changes the modes of the active antenna only.

  • Page 26: Processing Unit Rear Panel

    SECTION 4—UNIT DESCRIPTION 4.3 PROCESSING UNIT REAR PANEL A. Rear Antenna Connection for rear antenna cable. B. Front Antenna Connection for front antenna cable. C. Speedometer Connection for the Speedometer pulse Input cable. D. Remote Control Connection for the wired remote control cable.

  • Page 27: General Theory Of Operation

    SECTION 5—GENERAL THERORY OF OPERATION 5. GENERAL THEORY OF OPERATION 5.0 BLOCK DIAGRAM: ANTENNA ANTENNA Power Power Microwave Microwave Supply Supply Transmitter Transmitter Receiver Mixers Receiver Mixers PreAmplifiers PreAmplifiers PROCESSING UNIT DISPLAY UNIT Power Power Memory Antenna Memory Supply Supply Switch XTAL XTAL...

  • Page 28: General

    SECTION 5—GENERAL THERORY OF OPERATION 5.1 GENERAL The Raptor RP-1 moving radar system transmits a K or Ka- Band radio frequency in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION: Antenna Description (K-Band): The Raptor RP-1 employs a Doppler Radar Transceiver Module (integrated antenna and micro-wave transceiver).
  • Page 29 (groundspeed) and is displayed for the operator to confirm. Kustom Signals radar has a patented feature using the patrol vehicle’s speed sensor pulses, which steers the DSP processor to look for the “groundspeed” Doppler signal in a specific speed range.
  • Page 30 If the patrol vehicle's speed was 55 mph and a target was traveling in the same direction at 70 mph, the Raptor RP-1 would display 55 as the Patrol then add the "difference” Doppler signal (15) to the patrol speed (55 + 15 = 70) and...

  • Page 31: Microwave Rf Emissions

    SECTION 5—GENERAL THERORY OF OPERATION 5.2 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.
  • Page 32 For a free copy of the latest information regarding the safe human exposure standards, please call or write Kustom to request the "RF Emissions Packet." You may contact us at our corporate headquarters: Kustom Signals, Inc. 9652 Loiret Blvd. Lenexa, KS 66219 (913) 492-1400 While traffic radar devices do emit microwave energy, the levels are so low that there are no probable harmful effects.

  • Page 33: Testing Procedures

    SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 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.

  • Page 34: Automatic Self Test

    SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 6.2 AUTOMATIC SELF-TEST As long as the unit is turned on, the Raptor RP-1performs an internal accuracy test every 5 minutes or whenever the unit’s mode of operation is changed, such as moving to stationary, and each time the target speed is locked. This test is automatic and will not interfere with any radar speed readings being taken.

  • Page 35: Tuning Fork Testing

    ** Due to the ability of the Raptor RP-1 to reject non- directional signals, the operator must place the unit in the FORK TEST mode to read tuning forks.
  • Page 36 SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 6.4.1 STATIONARY TUNING FORK TEST 1. Place the Raptor RP-1 in the stationary “STA ALL” mode of operation. 2. Momentarily press the Test ( ) switch to enter the Fork Test mode. The message area will display FORK TEST.
  • Page 37 SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 6.4.2 MOVING - OPPOSITE TUNING FORK TEST 1. Place the Raptor RP-1 in moving mode, opposite direction. (Press the MODE switch on the remote to select moving mode and the SAME/OPP switch remote, if necessary, to select opposite direction.) 2.
  • Page 38 SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 6.4.3 MOVING - SAME DIRECTION TUNING FORK TEST 1. While in the moving mode, press the SAME/OPP switch on the remote control and place the unit in the Same Direction mode. 2. Momentarily press the Test ( ) switch to enter the Fork Test mode.
  • Page 39 NOTE: Do not move the tuning forks after they have been placed in front of the antenna. 4. Ensure that the Raptor RP-1 is in the transmit mode and the range control is set to maximum. 5. If the proper readings cannot be obtained, remove the unit from service and contact Kustom Signals Service Support.

  • Page 40: Speedometer Verification

    SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES 6.5 SPEEDOMETER VERIFICATION Before the Raptor RP-1 can be used with the Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) pulse input, the radar unit must be synchronized with the speedometer. From the main Enforcement screen follow these steps to synchronize with the speedometer.
  • Page 41 SECTION 6—TESTING PROCEDURES NOTE: Only the actual Doppler signal is used for the Patrol Speed. The speedometer input is used only to steer or guide the DSP to search for the Patrol Doppler signal in a specific area, ignoring signals in other areas.

  • Page 42: Minimum Patrol Speed Set

    6 mph / 10 km/h. 6.7 MOVING MODE TEST Verification of speed readings between the patrol vehicle's speedometer and the Raptor RP-1’s PATROL speed display is another accuracy test that can be performed. These readings should be the same, or within reasonable limits, allowing for minor speedometer error.

  • Page 43: Operation

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7. OPERATION 7.0 OPERATING MODES The Raptor RP-1 radar system offers the operator one of the most versatile traffic radar systems available today. It can be used in 10 different operating modes. 1. Stationary ALL Front Antenna 2. Stationary ALL Rear Antenna 3.

  • Page 44: Operational Setup

    7.1.1 POWER ON / OFF To power on the Raptor RP-1, press and release the power switch in the lower right-hand corner of the display head. To power down the unit press and hold the power switch.
  • Page 45 Use the Up / Down switches to set the desired Range level (1 – 5). Press ENTER to save the new setting. Press ENTER again to exit the menu screen. Range level 5 is maximum range; range level 1 reduces the Raptor RP-1 range to its minimum distance.

  • Page 46: Stationary Operation

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.2 STATIONARY OPERATION The Raptor RP-1 has six modes of stationary operation: • All (ALL) - front antenna: Targets in front of the patrol vehicle from both directions are displayed and the direction of travel is indicated. • All (ALL) - rear antenna: Targets behind the patrol vehicle, from both directions, are displayed and the direction of travel is indicated.
  • Page 47 SECTION 7—OPERATION • Receding only (REC ONLY) - rear antenna: Receding targets behind the patrol vehicle are displayed, approaching vehicles not displayed. Stationary Setup: 1. Place the unit in the desired stationary mode. Switch to the desired antenna (Front / Rear). Set range and audio to the desired level.
  • Page 48 A short alert tone will be heard and the target speed will be displayed in the LOCK area. The Raptor RP-1 will continue to track the violator's speed in the Target area as long as the vehicle is in the antenna beam.
  • Page 49 SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.2.2 FASTEST MODE STATIONARY OPERATION 1. The Fastest vehicle operation is toggled on / off, by the FAST switch on the remote control. When the fastest mode is activated, “FAST” will be displayed above the FAST area. 2. When a fastest vehicle is detected, the FAST area will display the speed of the fastest vehicle and the arrow symbol above the FAST area will display the direction the fastest vehicle is traveling.
  • Page 50 SECTION 7—OPERATION If the strongest vehicle speed was locked, the primary Target area will continue to display the strongest target and the FAST label above the FAST / LOCK area will be replaced with “LOCK”, indicating the locked speed was obtained as a strongest speed. 5.

  • Page 51: Moving Mode - Opposite Direction

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.3 MOVING MODE – OPPOSITE DIRECTION 1. Place the Raptor RP-1 in the moving mode by pressing the Mode switch, if needed, until the “PATROL” label is displayed above the Patrol area and ‘P’ is displayed in the road graphic. If necessary, select Opposite...
  • Page 52 SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.3.1 HOLD MODE – MOVING OPPOSITE The Raptor RP-1 may be placed in the Hold mode (non- transmit) by pressing selected antenna’s Hold switch on the remote control (“FRNT HOLD” or “REAR HOLD” or pressing the front panel Hold switch. “HOLD” will be displayed in the message area and above the primary target area.
  • Page 53 SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.3.3 MOVING MODE – FASTEST VEHICLE A Fastest vehicle target is a target that is traveling at a higher speed that the strongest target vehicle. 1. With the unit operating in the moving mode, observe traffic. 2. The Fastest operation can be turned on /off by pressing the “FAST”...

  • Page 54: Moving Mode - Same Direction

    This will clear all previous speeds, and a new patrol speed search will be initiated. See Sec. 7.6 4. The Raptor RP-1 can automatically detect whether the target vehicle is traveling slower or faster than the patrol vehicle. There is no need for the operator to input slower or faster information for same-direction targets.

  • Page 55: Vss Pulse Operation

    Once the synchronization procedure has been completed, no further action is needed unless the Raptor RP-1 is placed in another patrol vehicle. If so, the operator must repeat the synchronization procedure for the new vehicle if he wishes to use the speedometer pulse input.

  • Page 56: Smart Patrol Search

    Hold. 7.6 SMART PATROL SEARCH The Raptor RP-1 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.

  • Page 57: Menu Screen Modes

    Hold to reject the region around 70 MPH and the correct 25 MPH patrol speed will be displayed. 7.7 MENU SCREEN MODES The Raptor RP-1 has a graphical LCD display panel. This allows the operator to make operational and configuration options setup selection using full text menu screens.

  • Page 58: Operations Menu Screen

    Raptor RP-1 that are normally controlled via the wired or IR remote control. By having this operations menu, the user can continue to control the Raptor RP-1 in cases of a lost or broken remote control. To select one of the operational settings, use the Up and...

  • Page 59: Display Menu Screen

    SECTION 7—OPERATION Choices for the Operational settings are: Antenna: Front, Rear Mode: Stationary Approaching Only (STA APR), Stationary Receding Only (STA REC), Stationary All (STA ALL), Moving Opposite (MOV OPP), Moving Same Direction (MOV SAME) Fastest: On, Off Audio: Squelch (SQU), UnSquelch (UNSQU) Pressing Enter while the EXIT line is highlighted will return to the main menu screen.

  • Page 60: Advanced Menu Screen

    7.7.4 ADVANCED MENU SCREEN The Advanced menu allows changes to the Raptor RP-1 that are rarely set by the user. By having this advanced menu, the user can synchronize to the vehicle VSS signal, set configuration options, set the optional Time and Date, view system information, or run system diagnostics.

  • Page 61: Vss Setup Menu Screen

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.7.5 VSS SETUP MENU SCREEN The VSS setup menu allows the user to synchronize the Raptor RP-1 to the vehicles speed sensor (VSS) signal. Follow the steps in Section 6.5 to complete the synchronization. Pressing Enter while the EXIT line is highlighted will return to the Advanced menu screen.
  • Page 62 SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.7.6 OPTIONS SETUP MENU SCREEN The Options setup menu allows the user to set Raptor RP-1 configuration options. Choices for the configuration options settings are: Units: MPH, Km/H Auto UnLock: Off, On Minimum Audio Setting Allowed: 0, 1 Driver’s Roadside: Right, Left...

  • Page 63: Time / Date Setup Menu Screen

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.7.7 TIME / DATE SETUP MENU SCREEN The Time / Date setup menu allows the user to set Raptor RP-1 current time and date. *This is a non-standard, optional feature. To adjust the Hour, Minute, Month, Date, or Year, use the Up / Down switches to highlight the desired selection and then press the Enter switch.

  • Page 64: System Information Menu Screen

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.7.8 SYSTEM INFORMATION MENU SCREEN The System Information menu screens allow the user to view information about their Raptor RP-1 units. This information includes software revisions, type of antennas connected, VSS sync value, and enabled features. There are no user’s settings in these menu screens.

  • Page 65: Diagnostics Menu Screen

    SECTION 7—OPERATION 7.7.9 DIAGNOSTICS MENU SCREEN The Diagnostics menu screens are not for normal users operation. These menu screens are to augment troubleshooting and for test lab operations. There are no user’s settings in these menu screens. 7.23...

  • Page 66: Influences And Interference

    Raptor RP-1. 8.0 NATURAL INFLUENCES 1. Heavy rains and blowing dust can cause a scattering effect, which may reduce the effective range of the Raptor RP-1.

  • Page 67: Man-Made Influences

    Hold Mode quickly should correct the readings. 4. The Raptor RP-1 has an input power monitor. If the power supply voltage drops below the minimum operating voltage, the unit will not display any new speed-readings until the low voltage condition no longer exists.
  • Page 68 However, if the RFI signals are strong enough, the Raptor RP-1 will detect these sources of interference. The unit will not display any new speed-readings and the “RFI ERROR” will be displayed in the Message area, until the source of interference is reduced or eliminated.

  • Page 69: 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 Raptor RP-1 loses correct groundspeed, the operator can recapture groundspeed by quickly activating and then deactivating the HOLD mode.

  • Page 70: Care Of The Raptor

    Prompt action can minimize any damage. 3. If the Raptor RP-1 is used outside in rain or snow, it should be wiped dry with a clean cloth as soon as practical.

  • Page 71: Equipment Repair/Return

    Raptor RP-1 radar system. Check with your local judicial district for requirements. 9.1 EQUIPMENT REPAIR/RETURN Should the Raptor RP-1 need repair or certification from Kustom Signals Customer Service, please visit our website (www.kustomsignals.com ), click on the “PARTS &...

  • Page 72: Battery Disposal

    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.

  • Page 73: Case Law

    Since the Raptor RP-1 is a Doppler based traffic radar system, some older case law is presented because of its significance to the acceptance of the Doppler principles as well as the basic requirements of the tuning fork test and operator training.
  • Page 74 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. 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...

  • Page 75: Fcc Information

    IVQ-RP1 Name of Grantee Kustom Signals Inc. The Raptor RP-1 with K-Band antenna 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.

  • Page 76: Ka-Band Antenna Information

    SECTION 11—FCC INFORMATION 11.1 KA-BAND ANTENNA INFORMATION The Raptor RP-1 with Ka-Band antenna has been tested and found to comply with the limits pursuant to Part 90 of FCC Rules. The FCC 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.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 78 SECTION 12—TROUBLESHOOTING No target readings in Verify unit is not in HOLD. Stationary mode 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.
  • Page 79 SECTION 12—TROUBLESHOOTING No target readings in Verify unit is not in HOLD. Moving mode Verify the range control is set properly. Verify proper patrol speed is displayed. Verify moving mode is selected. Target speed may be a harmonic of patrol speed. Speed up or slow down patrol vehicle.

  • Page 80: Directional Operational Supp

    13. DIRECTIONAL OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.0 DIRECTIONAL OPERATION The Raptor RP-1 uses state-of-the-art signal 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.

  • Page 81: Stationary Road Graphic

    SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.1 STATIONARY ROAD GRAPHIC 13.2 MOVING MODE ROAD GRAPHIC Moving Opposite Same Direction Front Front Patrol Vehicle Moving Opposite Same Direction Rear Rear 13.2...

  • Page 82: Test Mode

    SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.3 TEST MODE Pressing the Test ( ) switch places the radar in TEST mode, which is indicated by the “FORK TEST” displayed in the message area. While in test mode, the radar will display all speeds, both moving targets and non-moving targets such as tuning forks.

  • Page 83: Stationary Operation

    FRONT FAST To monitor traffic in both directions (the Raptor RP-1 will automatically indicate which direction the strongest and fastest vehicles are traveling), repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “STA ALL” is displayed in the Patrol area.
  • Page 84 SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.4.2 STATIONARY APPROACHING ONLY To activate the stationary, approaching targets only mode, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “STA APR ONLY” appears in the Patrol area. All receding targets will be ignored in this mode. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Approaching Only mode, the Target area will indicate the strongest approaching target speed.
  • Page 85 SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.4.3 STATIONARY RECEDING ONLY To activate the stationary, receding targets only mode, repeatedly depress the MODE switch until “STA REC ONLY” appears in the Patrol area. All approaching targets will be ignored in this mode. When the radar is operated in the Stationary Receding Only mode, the Target area will indicate the strongest receding target speed.

  • Page 86: Moving Mode Operation

    SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 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 MOVING OPPOSITE When operating the radar in Moving Opposite mode, the patrol vehicle and moving opposite road graphic will be on.
  • Page 87 When a fastest target is detected, the appropriate fastest directional indicator (approaching or receding) will be displayed above the Fastest Target area NOTE: The Raptor RP-1 does not require any input from the operator in Same Direction mode. The unit will automatically detect if the target vehicle is...
  • Page 88 SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT NOTE: In the Same-Direction Fastest Mode, the “fastest” target vehicle must be faster than the patrol vehicle by 3 MPH. EXAMPLE 1: Patrol vehicle = 65 MPH. Large target (strongest) = 43 MPH. Fastest vehicle = 56. In this event, no fastest speed would be displayed since the faster vehicle is SLOWER than the patrol vehicle.

  • Page 89: Fastest Locking

    SECTION 13—DIRECTIONAL SUPPLEMENT 13.6 FASTEST LOCKING Area label changes to Target area displays Message area displays LOCK and the locked fastest target “FAST TRACKING” speed is blinking FRONT LOCK PATROL FAST TRACKING If the Lock button is pressed while tracking a fastest vehicle in any mode, the fastest speed will be locked and blinking in the Lock area, and fastest tracking will move to the Target area.

  • Page 90: Attestation Of Conformity

    SECTION 14—ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY 14. ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY 14.0 CE CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY 14.1...

  • Page 91: As/Nz Certificate Of Conformity

    SECTION 14—ATTESTATION OF CONFORMITY 14.1 AS/NZ CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY 14.2...
  • Page 92 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.
  • Page 93 _____________ 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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