Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR S MANUAL P/N REV. 1

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1 Golden EAGLE Traffic Safety Radar OPERATOR S MANUAL P/N REV. 1

2 Copyright 2003, Kustom Signals, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Printed in U.S.A. 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., 9325 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, KS Customer Service or (620) Sales Department KUSTOM or (913)

3 Table of Contents 1. Introduction Specifications General Operational Inspection & Mounting Initial Inspection Materials Supplied Equipment Mounting Unit Description Front Panel Rear Panel Remote Control General Theory of Operation General Microwave Emissions Testing Procedures General Power On Automatic Self Test Manual Test Accuracy Testing Tuning Fork Testing Moving Mode Test Speedometer Input Synchronization...6.8

4 Table of Contents 7. Operating Modes Operating Modes Setup Stationary Operation Moving Operation (Opposite Direction) Moving Operation (Same Direction) Stopwatch Speedometer Pulse Operation Setting Fan Interference Filter Mode Maintenance Mode Interference General Natural Influences Man-Made Influences Groundspeed Recommended Care & Maintenance Case Law FCC Licensing Troubleshooting Options Options Setup Options Descriptions Options Examples Warranty

5 Section 1--Introduction INTRODUCTION The Kustom Signals Eagle series radar units come from a long-standing commitment to the law enforcement community to provide quality, state-of-the-art speed measuring equipment. The Eagle series radar units incorporate features that have never been available on moving radar before. Eagle units use Digital Signal Processing (DSP), which allows Kustom Signals designers the opportunity to add features such as same direction - fastest vehicle mode and the newest feature on all Eagle series units, TruTrak. This feature automatically directs the DSP to search in a very small speed range for the patrol speed return, thus eliminating false patrol speeds while stopped at a traffic light, combined speeds, splitting speeds, and shadowing. To add to the flexibility of the units, Eagle series radar are available in either K-Band or Ka-Band frequencies. All of these features and performance standards are packed into a small, lightweight unit, providing the most flexibility for the operator. 1.1

6 Section 2--Specifications 2.1 GENERAL Type: Frequency: Tuning Forks Band Selection: System Accuracy: Operating Voltage: Two piece, Moving/Stationary, True Doppler radar system GHz +.1 GHz (K-band) 33.4 to 36 GHz +.1 GHz (Kaband) Forks stamped with 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. Automatic frequency sensing of selected antenna, K or Ka Stationary--+1 MPH (+2 km/h) Moving--+1/-2 MPH (+2/-3 km/h) 10.8 VDC to 16.5 VDC, 1.0 amp max Nominal Power Reqm'ts: Voltage (VDC) Current (A) K/Ka Without displays illum: With displays illum: Without target present: With target present: Standby (HOLD): Reverse Voltage Protection: Diode protection. No damage if power supply leads are reversed. Electronic Components: 100% solid state; integrated circuits, microprocessors and transistors tested for reliability. 2.1

7 Section 2--Specifications Operating Temperature: -22ºF to +140ºF -30ºC to +60ºC 90% relative humidity, noncondensing. Dimensions: Counting Unit Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Display Unit Height: Width: Depth: Weight: 1.08" (2.74 cm) 6.50" (16.51 cm) w/o mtg. knobs 3.75" (9.52 cm) 1 lb 2 oz (0.51 kg) w/o pwr cord 1.75" (4.44 cm) 6.50" (16.51 cm) 1.25" (3.17 cm) 9.0 oz (0.25 kg) 2.2 OPERATIONAL Speed Processor: Operational Processor: Manual Test: Automatic self test: Lock Time: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) performs all signal analysis. All functions are microprocessor controlled. LED and light segment check; checks internal calibration and performs cross check of quartz crystals for accuracy. Comparison of quartz crystals done periodically (5 minutes maximum period) and upon every mode change. "Err" displayed if an error is found. Instantaneous. 2.2

8 Section 2--Specifications Patrol/Dist Window: Target Window: Lock/ET Window: Display Type: Light Intensity: Automatic Clear: Speed Range: Displays patrol speed in radar mode and distance in stopwatch mode. Displays truncated target speed in radar and stopwatch mode. Displays locked target speed or Elapsed Time (stopwatch mode) or fastest speed (Fastest Mode). High brightness LED Target -.4" (10.16 mm), Patrol and Lock -.3" (7.62 mm) Automatic dimming to ambient conditions. All displays are cleared when mode of operation changes. Meets IACP/NHTSA specifications. Stationary: Target channel sensitivity of 10 db from 35 mph to 90 mph (5 db from 60 to 90). Moving (opposite direction): within 10 db for targets between 40 to 90 mph (5 db from 60 to 90). Maximum closing K-band speed not to exceed 210 mph. 2.3

9 Section 2--Specifications Stationary: Patrol: Target: Opposite Direction: Indicators: Low Voltage: Radio Frequency Interference: Error: 10 to 199 MPH 16 to 320 km/h Selectable 10 or 20 to 99 MPH 16 or 32 to 159 km/h Typical patrol speeds to 130 MPH (209 km/h) Maximum target speed is function of combined patrol and target speeds to 199 MPH (320 km/h). "Lo" displayed in target window when supply voltage falls below input of 10.8 VDC. Locked speeds will remain "rfi" is displayed in target window during radio frequency interference. Speed displays will blank during this condition. Locked speeds will remain. "Err" is displayed in target window when an internal error in the operating system is detected. All speed displays will blank. Locked speeds will remain. 2.4

10 Section 2--Specifications Hold: FASTEST: STOPWATCH Road Graphic: "HLd" is displayed in target window when system is not transmitting. Controlled by remote or front panel switch. Indicator lights when fastest mode is selected by operator. Flashes when fastest target is tracked and when fastest has been locked. Lights when Eagle is in Stopwatch Mode. These indicators are used to show the mode of operation and selected antenna. 2.5

11 Section 2--Specifications Antenna: Height K-band Ka-band Width K-band Ka-band Depth K-band Ka-band Weight K-band Ka-band 3.25" (8.26 cm) 2.52" (6.4 cm) 7.3" (18.54 cm) 2.52" (6.4 cm) 3.6" (9.14 cm) 3.2" (8.13 cm) 1.88 lbs (0.85 kg) 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg) Microwave Source: Beam Width K-band Ka-band Power Density: Side Lobes: Receiver: Weather Resistant Gunn-Effect Diode. 12 degrees 12 degrees Less than 5 mw/cm 2 all bands 25 db below main lobe. Low noise Schottky diode. For mounting inside or outside vehicle. 2.6

12 3.1 INITIAL INSPECTION Section 3--Inspection & Mounting Before installing your Eagle, please take a moment to carefully inspect it for damage caused by shipping. 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 a parts error has been made, please contact your district sales manager or Kustom Signals Customer Service Department at (620) or MATERIALS SUPPLIED Description The following equipment is normally included: Wired remote control Windshield Mount Mounting Bail 35 MPH Tuning Fork (for K and some Ka-Band antennas) 65 MPH Tuning Fork (for K and some Ka-Band antennas) 30 MPH Tuning Fork (for some Ka-Band antennas) 55 MPH Tuning Fork (for some Ka-Band antennas) Separation kit (some models) Operator's Manual Optional Wireless Remote Control Battery Pack and Charger 7 or 12-inch Dash Mount Window Mount Heavy Duty Carrying Case Auxiliary Power Receptacle Cable 3.1

13 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting 3.3 EQUIPMENT MOUNTING AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLE Cigarette lighter receptacles have been the traditional source of power for traffic radar over the years. In the newer vehicles, it is possible that poor grounding of this receptacle, electrical noise from the vehicle's alternator charging system, electrical fuel pump and microprocessor noise can combine to create an unacceptably high level of ambient electronic interference. This interference can affect the radar's performance in several ways: decreased range, no target speeds being displayed or abnormal tones or noise in the audio. Available for each Golden Eagle radar system is an auxiliary power receptacle, which mounts under the dashboard and wires directly to the battery. 1. Mount the receptacle in the desired location using the hardware provided. 2. Connect the black wire to the receptacle's mounting bracket. Connect the white wire (with Faston terminal) to the rear plug of the receptacle. Route the cable through the firewall and up to the battery. 3. Connect the white wire of the power cable to the battery (+) positive terminal and the black wire to the (-) negative terminal. 4. The Auxiliary power receptacle is supplied with a 2 amp fuse to protect the battery should the cable become shorted. 3.2

14 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting INDICATOR UNIT CAUTION: Equipment mounted in 1994 and later series police vehicles may interfere with the operation of passenger side airbags. Please refer to the vehicle manufacturer or your Kustom Signals District Manager for additional information on safe mounting areas within the vehicle. 1. The indicator unit consists of two components: the front display panel, which contains the unit's displays and switches, and the logic unit, which contains the circuit boards and processor. These two components can be mounted in the vehicle as one piece or they can be separated and mounted in different locations. The Golden Eagle's display panel can be located overhead, on the dashboard or on the radio rack. The logic unit can be located under the dash, in the glove box or under the front seat. 2. Locate mounting bail. Position the indicator for best viewing position in the patrol vehicle and mark the location for the mounting screws. 3. Drill a small pilot hole at the marked locations. 4. Set the bail bracket in place and secure to the dashboard or other mounting location with mounting screws. 5. If the logic section is separated from the display, consider mounting it in a convenient yet protected location, i.e. under the dash, in the glove box or under the front seat. The interconnect cable for the two components attaches either to the right side of the display panel and the front of the logic unit or to the rear of the display unit and front of the logic unit. 3.3

15 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting FRONT ANTENNA MOUNTING Provided with the Golden Eagle is a windshield mount for the antenna. Contact your District Manager or Kustom Signals' Customer Service department for other optional antenna mounts. NOTE: Mounting of the antenna bracket to the dashboard or any metal bracket (such as the radio rack) may cause improper grounding of the antenna. This would be noticed by reduced range and/or a high pitched squeal in the audio. Use of the Kustom Signals' isolation kit, P/N will eliminate improper grounding. 1. Attach the antenna to the mount. 2. Connect the antenna to the Golden Eagle's logic unit, front antenna port. Refer to Sec. 4.2 for antenna port location. 3. Connect the Golden Eagle's power connector to the proper power source. See Sec Momentarily depress the POWER switch on the front panel of the Golden Eagle (refer to Sec. 4.1 for location and function of front panel switches). It will process through a lamp test and internal test as described later in Sec. 6. Select Stationary mode by depressing the MODE switch, if necessary. Both direction antenna/mode indicators (front antenna) will be lit. 3.4

16 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting 5. Momentarily depress the AUDIO then the MODE switch. This places the Golden Eagle in the unsquelched (audio on) mode. If necessary, depress the AUDIO switch then the RANGE (up) switch to increase the audio level. 6. Start the patrol vehicle and position the A/C - heater fan to a mid-range speed. Move the antenna/mounting bracket to different positions on the windshield while listening to the audio. If there is fan interference, the audio will have a raspy sound instead of just noise. Position the antenna to minimize the amount of fan interference. Mark this position on the outside of the windshield, using a grease pencil. The fan interference filter developed for the Eagle radar series can be turned on or off at the discretion of the operator. To check the status of this filter, momentarily depress the RANGE switch. The word "rng" will appear in the TARGET window and the range setting (1-6) will appear in the PATROL window. While "rng" is being displayed, depress the MODE switch. This will change the TARGET display to "FAn", remove the range number in the PATROL display, and display "On" (fan interference filter ON) or "OFF" (fan interference filter OFF) in the LOCK window. To change the status of the filter, press the MODE switch again. The system will time out and exit this mode after approximately 2 seconds from the last switch entry; or press HOLD to immediately return to the radar mode. NOTE: Some degradation of target capture may be noted with the filter activated. For maximum performance, if the patrol vehicle has little or no fan interference, it is suggested that the fan interference filter be turned off. 3.5

17 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting 7. After the optimum antenna position has been found, glue the bracket to the windshield using the adhesive provided. 8. Position of the antenna: Stationary: Moving: Maximum performance of the system will be achieved when the antenna is pointed directly toward the vehicles being monitored. Aim the antenna parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway REAR ANTENNA MOUNTING 1. Place the antenna on the rear mounting bracket. 2. Follow the procedure for determining any fan interference per Sec , steps 4-6. Set the Golden Eagle for stationary mode, rear antenna. 3. After the optimum position has been located (and marked per Sec Step 6), permanently attach the mount to the rear window using the adhesive provided. 3.6

18 Section 3--Inspection & Mounting 4. Position the antenna cable behind the rear seat and under the rear floorboard, then route up to the logic unit and connect. This method of mounting will minimize the antenna from moving around in the vehicle should it break loose in an accident. It should also prevent anyone from using the cable as a weapon against the officer. 5. Position the antenna parallel to the ground and straight down the roadway SPEEDOMETER PULSE CABLE INSTALLATION 1. The speedometer pulse cable has a two-conductor plug at one end and no plug at the other end. The plug connects into the SPDOMTR connector on the rear panel of the Eagle 2. The bare end of the speedometer pulse cable will be connected to the patrol vehicle s electrical speedometer input cable using the splice connector provided. Due to the vast number of models, makes and years of vehicles, we have moved access to specific vehicle diagrams online, where information can be better maintained and distributed. Installation details can be accessed at: (select: radar fixed mount) For information on connecting the TruTrak cable, refer to the Kustom website above. For information regarding motorcycle mounts, refer to the instructions in the mount kits. 3.7

19 Section 4--Unit Description 4.1 FRONT PANEL A B C J K D E F G H I N O P L M A. TARGET SPEED Displays the strongest speed of target vehicles in both stationary and moving modes. If a fastest target is locked, this display will track the fastest speed. Displays calculated target speed in stopwatch mode. B. Road Graphic Graphic indicates which antenna is selected and the mode of operation C. LOCK/ET Display Displays locked target speeds. In the stopwatch mode, displays the elapsed time in seconds and tenths seconds. In the Fastest Mode, displays fastest speed. D. PATROL SPEED Displays the speed of the patrol vehicle. In the stopwatch mode, displays the distance to be used for speed calculations. 4.1

20 Section 4--Unit Description E. LOCK/RELEASE Switch used to lock and unlock target and patrol vehicle speeds. In the stopwatch mode, used to start, stop and clear the timing function. F. TEST Switch used to test the internal accuracy and activate displays. G. MODE Switch used to select operating mode: moving, stationary, or stopwatch. Secondary functions are to squelch or unsquelch the audio or to set fan interference filter on or off. H. AUDIO (Œ) This switch used to display the level of audio currently selected. Secondary function is the decrement (down) control. I. RANGE (Ø) Switch used to place the Eagle in the range set mode. Secondary function is the increment (up) control. J. Fastest Indicator Lights when fastest vehicle mode is active. Flashes when fastest vehicle speed is being displayed. K. Slower Indicator Lights (SAME direction mode only) when slower mode is active. L. Range Level Indicator M. Ambient Light Detector Six LED indicators display set level of range control. Detects ambient light conditions and adjusts the brightness of displays automatically. 4.2

21 Section 4--Unit Description N. HOLD This switch used to turn the microwave transmitter on and off. O. POWER Switch control for power-on/off. P. Stopwatch Indicator LED lights in stopwatch mode. 4.3

22 Section 4--Unit Description 4.2 REAR PANEL The rear panel of the Golden Eagle has connectors for two antennas, remote control (wireless or wired), RS232 I/O port and Speedometer input cable. In addition, there is a captive power cord attached to the rear panel. Located on the left side of the rear panel is a 3.5 mm connector for the external remote control. This connector is used for the wired remote control and wireless remote receiver. Next to the remote control connector is the Speedometer Input Cable connector. This cable attaches to the vehicle s speedometer to assist the DSP to process proper patrol speed. PORT 1 interfaces to a Kustom Signals Eyewitness incar video system or Giant Display. This port provides speed and status information to external devices. The two antenna connectors are marked R/A (Rear Antenna) and F/A (Front Antenna). Ensure the antenna cable(s) are connected to the correct location. The power cord is permanently attached to the logic unit. It supplies power to the system from the patrol vehicle's cigarette lighter receptacle, auxiliary power receptacle or portable battery pack. The power input is reverse polarity protected and protected from over-voltage and over-current conditions. 4.4

23 Section 4--Unit Description 4.3 REMOTE CONTROL A C E B D F The remote control is available in either a wired or wireless version. The wired version plugs directly into the back panel's remote jack. The wireless remote uses an infrared sensor that plugs into the remote jack. The sensor is then secured in a location that allows convenient reception of the remote's infrared commands. The remote control units are otherwise identical. A. L/R (LOCK- RELEASE) (Start-Stop-Clear in stopwatch mode). This pushbutton switch is used for locking and releasing target and patrol speeds. In the stopwatch mode will start, stop and clear the timer. B. HLD (HOLD). This switch is used to turn the microwave transmitter on and off. 4.5

24 Section 4--Unit Description C. F/S (FASTEST/ SLOWER) This switch is used in opposite direction or stationary to activate fastest target vehicle mode. In same direction mode, used to tell the microprocessor that the target vehicle is slower than the patrol vehicle. NOTE: Fastest can be operated in one of two methods. See Section 13 (Options) for details. D. S/O (SAME/ OPPOSITE) Switch selects either the (target) same direction or opposite direction moving mode. E. F/R (FRONT/ REAR). F. P/B (PATROL BLANK). Switches between the front or rear antenna. In the locked mode, this switch will blank the patrol speed display. Depressing the switch a second time redisplays the locked patrol speed. In the unlocked mode, pressing the switch once displays the current minimum patrol speed setting. Pressing it twice displays SNC and allows speedometer input synchronization. 4.6

25 Section 4--Unit Description BROKEN OR LOST REMOTE CONTROL If the remote control is broken or lost, the operator can access most of the radar functions by placing the Golden Eagle in a default mode. 1. Power the Golden Eagle off. 2. Depress and HOLD the power switch. During the power-on test sequence the unit will display the lamp test, internal (32) test, and audio (Aud) and range (rng) levels. Release the power switch when the "Aud" or "rng" display is on. 3. The mode/antenna indicators will show moving mode, front antenna. 4. Using the front panel switches, the operator can access the following controls: RF hold, stationary, moving and stopwatch modes, lock/release (start/stop in stopwatch) test, and speedometer input synchronization. 5. The rear antenna, fastest/slower and same direction features will not be accessible without a remote control. 6. The Golden Eagle will restore remote control access automatically upon receiving the first remote control command. 4.7

26 Section 5--General Theory of Operation 5.0 GENERAL The Golden Eagle moving radar system transmits a radio frequency on either K-Band, or Ka-Band, in compliance with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. A portion of the transmitted signal strikes the surface of the roadway and surrounding terrain and reflects back to the antenna. The returning signal is the patrol Doppler. From the antenna, it travels to the Digital Signal Processing (DSP) where the signal is translated to the speed of the patrol vehicle (groundspeed) and is displayed in the PATROL display. The Eagle series has an exclusive feature from Kustom Signals using the patrol vehicle s speedometer pulses which steers the DSP processor to look for the patrol Doppler signal in a specific speed range. This feature will eliminate the often annoying anomalies such as shadowing, combined patrol speeds, splitting speeds, and displaying speeds in the PATROL window when stopped at a traffic light or sign. In moving opposite direction mode, a portion of the transmitted signal strikes an oncoming vehicle (target vehicle) and returns to the antenna at a higher frequency because the two objects (patrol vehicle and target vehicle) are converging. This returning signal is the "high" Doppler. Then the counting unit measures the speed of convergence, or combined speed, of the patrol vehicle and target vehicle. After receiving the "high" Doppler signal, the counting 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 display. If, for example, a patrol vehicle is traveling 55 MPH and an approaching vehicle is traveling at 65 MPH, the Golden Eagle 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 ( = 65). The PATROL display would indicate 55 and the TARGET display would indicate

27 Section 5--General Theory of Operation In the Same Direction mode of operation, the patrol Doppler and the "difference" Doppler signals are received and sent to the DSP. The Difference Doppler is the speed difference between the patrol vehicle and a vehicle traveling in the same direction. The LCU will display the patrol speed then add or subtract the "difference" speed to the patrol speed for the target speed. If the patrol vehicle's speed was 55 mph and a target was traveling in the same direction at 70 mph, the Golden Eagle would display 55 in the PATROL display then add the "difference Doppler signal 15 to the PATROL display ( = 70) and display 70 in the TARGET window. 5.2

28 5.1 MICROWAVE RF EMISSIONS Section 5--General Theory of Operation 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. 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 Kustom traffic radar systems operate (ANSI/IEEE C , "Standard for Safety Levels With Respect to Human Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 khz to 300 GHz"). These exposure levels, expressed in terms of power density, are 7 mw/cm 2 for X-band radar units, and 10 mw/cm 2 for K-band and Ka-band radar units. Similarly, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), a division of the U.S. Department of Labor, recommends a 10 mw/cm 2 exposure limit for all three frequency bands ("Radiation Protection Guide", 29 CFR, Chapter XVII, Subpart G, Part ). This limit is clearly accepted by most reputable scientific and medical authorities. Kustom radar systems utilize microwave transmitters which produce aperture power densities, measured directly at the face of the antenna, in the range of approximately 0.3 to 2.3 mw/cm 2. Typical levels for the vast majority of units are in the 0.4 to 1.0 mw/cm 2 range, which is but a small fraction of the recognized safe limits. Bear in mind that these are level measurements taken directly in the main beam of the antenna, and that the power densities produced at the sides and rear of the unit are typically at least one hundred times lower than in the main beam. 5.3

29 Section 5--General Theory of Operation Another reference document on this topic is a DOT publication entitled "Field Strength Measurements of Speed Measuring Radar Units" (NHTSA Technical Report #DOT- HS ). 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/cm 2, while back-lobe power density values ranged from to 0.02 mw/cm 2. These measurements were obtained with the radars mounted inside vehicles, as in normal operating conditions. Since the NBS study, other laboratories have duplicated these types of measurements, producing consistently similar results. 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 Pflumm Lenexa, KS (913) 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 radar unit with complete confidence in its safety, as well as in its accuracy. 5.4

30 Section 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, similar to the log found at the end of this manual. 6.1 POWER ON Momentarily depress the POWER switch. The unit will display all LED display segments (888) and turn on all lamps and indicators on the front panel. After approximately 1 second, the unit will perform several internal tests and a crystal cross check to verify the accuracy of the speed processing circuitry. If these pass successfully, the unit will display "32" in the TARGET display (stationary operation) or both the TARGET and PATROL displays if the unit is in the moving mode of operation. This will remain for approximately 1 second. The TARGET display will then indicate "Aud" and the PATROL speed window will display the audio volume level last selected (0-9). A short tone at this volume level will be heard in the speaker. One second later, "rng" will be displayed in the TARGET window and the PATROL window will display the current range level (0-6). After another second, the displays will clear and the unit will be operational in the same mode that it was in when the unit was shut off. 6.1

31 Section 6--Testing Procedures 6.2 AUTOMATIC SELF-TEST The Golden Eagle performs an internal accuracy test whenever the unit's mode of operation is changed, such as changing from moving to stationary, or upon the lapse of a maximum time period of 5 minutes, as long as the unit is powered up. In addition, this self-test will be initiated at the end of each timing cycle in the stopwatch mode. This test is automatic and will not interfere with any radar speed readings being taken. The test does not appear in the displays, but if an error is detected during this test, the TARGET display will indicate Err and further speed readings will be inhibited. 6.3 MANUAL TEST The operator can depress the TEST switch at any time during normal radar operation to perform the lamp and internal tests as described in Sec If the Golden Eagle is in the stopwatch mode and a timing cycle is in process, the test switch is inoperative until the timing cycle has ended. NOTE: The audio and range indications will not be displayed during a manual test. 6.4 ACCURACY TESTING Depress the MODE switch, if necessary, to place the Golden Eagle in the stationary mode of operation (both direction indicators on). 6.2

32 Section 6--Testing Procedures Momentarily depress the TEST switch. Holding the TEST switch depressed will light all displays. Upon releasing this switch, the Golden Eagle will complete the internal test. If these tests pass, the TARGET window will display "32" in the TARGET window. If the TEST button is held depressed for greater than 10 seconds, the internal test will proceed as a default condition. NOTE: No audio or range indications will be shown. Depress the MODE switch to place the unit in the moving mode, opposite direction. Depress the remote control OPPOSITE/SAME switch if necessary. The opposite direction antenna/mode indicator will be lit. Momentarily depress the TEST switch. If the system is working properly, the unit will proceed through the lamp and internal tests as described above. Internal test tolerance: TUNING FORK TESTING Supplied with the Golden Eagle are two tuning forks, 35 MPH and 65 MPH (45 km/h and 80 km/h) for K and some Ka-Band, 30 and 55 MPH for other Ka-Band. These tuning forks will simulate moving vehicles in the stationary or moving modes. 6.3

33 Section 6--Testing Procedures The tuning fork tests should be conducted in an area with no traffic. If this is not possible, point the antenna upward to avoid reflections from moving vehicles. Tuning fork test tolerance: + 1 MPH (1 km/h) NOTE: Since striking a tuning fork too hard may cause harmonic oscillations that will be picked up by the fan interference filter, blanking all speed readings, it is recommended that the operator momentarily turn the filter "OFF" during this test. (These tests can be performed without turning the filter off if the tuning forks are lightly struck.) If the fan filter is normally used, remember to reset the filter to the FAN "ON" mode after the tuning fork tests have been completed STATIONARY & OPPOSITE DIRECTION MOVING MODES 1. Press the MODE switch, placing the Golden Eagle in the stationary mode (both direction antenna/mode indicators should be on). Use the remote control to change to the desired antenna. If the unit is displaying "Hld" in the TARGET window, depress the HOLD switch on the front panel to place the unit in a transmitting mode. 2. Depress and hold the RANGE (up) switch until all 6 range indicator LEDs are lit (maximum range). After releasing the RANGE switch, the "rng" display will remain for 2 seconds then the displays will return to normal operation, or the operator can momentarily depress the HOLD switch to return to normal operation immediately. 6.4

34 Section 6--Testing Procedures 3. Lightly strike the lower speed (30 MPH, 35 MPH, or 45 km/h) tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface. Place and hold the tuning fork approximately 1 inch in front of the antenna. 4. Verify that the TARGET speed displays the same speed as the tuning fork (30, 35, or 45). 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 using the higher speed (55 MPH, 65 MPH, 80 km/h) tuning fork. The TARGET speed display should indicate the same speed as the tuning fork (55, 65, or 80). 6. While the TARGET display is indicating the higher speed, momentarily depress the LOCK/REL switch. Verify that the LOCK/ET display is reading 55 or 65 and a short alert tone was heard. The TARGET speed display should still indicate 55 or 65 (80 km/h) as long as the tuning fork is ringing. Depress the LOCK/REL switch a second time and the locked speed should be erased. 7. Depress the MODE switch and place the Golden Eagle in the moving mode, opposite direction, front antenna. Only the patrol LED and the front, opposite direction LED indicator will be lit. If speedometer input is used, depress the TEST switch to temporarily remove the synchronization, allowing tuning fork testing. 8. Lightly strike the lower speed tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface. Place it approximately 1 inch in front of the antenna. Verify that the patrol speed displayed is the speed stamped on the fork. While holding the lower speed tuning fork in front of the antenna, lightly strike the higher speed tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface and place it in front of the antenna at the same time. The TARGET speed display should read 30 MPH for K-Band, 25 (or 30) for Ka-Band (35 km/h). Closing speed, 65 (55), minus patrol speed, 35 (30), equals 30 (25). (80 km/h minus 45 km/h equals 35 km/h). 6.5

35 Section 6--Testing Procedures SAME DIRECTION TUNING FORK TEST 1. With the Golden Eagle in the moving mode, depress the Opposite/Same switch on the remote control, placing the unit in the Same direction mode. 2. Lightly strike the 65 (or 55) MPH tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface, and place it 1 inch in front of the antenna. Verify that the PATROL display indicates 65 (or 55). 3. While holding the 65 (or 55) MPH tuning fork in front of the antenna, lightly strike the 35 (or 30) MPH tuning fork on a hard, non-metallic surface, and place it approximately 2 inches in front of the antenna. Observe the TARGET display and verify a reading of 100 (or 85) MPH. (Patrol speed, 65 (or 55), plus opening speed, 35 (or 30), equals 100 (or 85)). 6.6

36 Section 6--Testing Procedures TUNING FORK TEST FAILURE If 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. 2. Striking the tuning forks too hard or on a metallic surface will cause spurious overtones from the tuning forks. This may cause the speed readings to be slightly higher than specified. These readings are only momentary and the proper readings should appear as the false overtones dissipate. NOTE: Do not move the tuning forks after they have been placed in front of the antenna. 3. Ensure that the Golden Eagle is not in the HOLD mode and that all the RANGE control indicators are lit. If the proper readings cannot be obtained, remove the unit from service and send to an authorized service center for repair. 6.6 MOVING MODE TEST Verification of speed readings between the patrol vehicle's speedometer and the Golden Eagle'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. Speedometer checks should be done on a daily basis. If a discrepancy is found, the radar unit should be removed from service until the error can be corrected. 6.7

37 Section 6--Testing Procedures 6.7 SPEEDOMETER INPUT SYNCHRONIZATION The initial use of the Eagle with speedometer pulse input requires the radar unit to be synchronized with the speedometer. 1. After installation and initial testing with tuning forks, the Eagle should be driven at a constant speed between 30 and 70 MPH (48 and 112 km/h). Depress the PATROL BLANK switch on the remote control twice. Snc will appear in the TARGET window and Doppler patrol speed will appear in the PATROL window. 2. Verify the patrol speedometer and the Doppler patrol speed displayed agree within reasonable limits, then depress and release the Lock/Release switch. This tells the DSP processor that the current speedometer pulses (speed) and the Doppler patrol signal (radar patrol speed) agree. After approximately one second, a number will briefly appear in the LOCK window. For Ford Motor Company vehicles, this synchronization number will be around 35. This indicates the Eagle is reading and comparing the speedometer pulses and the Doppler patrol signal. NOTE: Only the actual radar Doppler signal is used for patrol speed. The speedometer pulse input is used only to steer or guide the DSP to look for the patrol Doppler signal in a specific area, ignoring other signals. 6.8

38 Section 6--Testing Procedures 3. During normal operation, at patrol speeds below the minimum limit 10 MPH, 16 km/h, or when a patrol Doppler signal cannot be found, the PATROL window will display two dashes, indicating that speedometer pulses are being received, but a patrol speed cannot be displayed. If, for example, a patrol vehicle is traveling at 50 MPH (80 km/h) by the speedometer but the DSP cannot find any patrol Doppler signal around that speed, two dashes will be displayed in the PATROL window and no target speeds will be displayed. 6.9

39 Section 7--System Operation 7.0 OPERATING MODES The Golden Eagle is designed to be the most complete radar system ever developed for law enforcement use. It has 7 different operating modes: 1. Stationary Front Antenna 2. Stationary Rear Antenna 3. Moving Opposite Direction Front Antenna 4. Moving Opposite Direction Rear Antenna 5. Moving Same Direction Front Antenna 6. Moving Same Direction Rear Antenna 7. Stopwatch This provides the operator complete coverage in all traffic situations. In the stationary mode, the Golden Eagle obtains speeds of target vehicles traveling in either direction. In the moving mode, it can obtain speeds of vehicles approaching the patrol vehicle from an opposite direction, receding from the patrol vehicle (in the opposite direction), speeds of vehicles traveling in the same direction as the patrol vehicle, either in front of or behind the patrol vehicle. The Golden Eagle's stopwatch mode calculates the speed of vehicles traveling between two marks using time and distance. 7.1

40 Section 7--System Operation NOTE: The following guide to operating the Golden Eagle radar system is not intended to be a training program. Before operating this unit or any other traffic radar system, Kustom Signals urges all operators to have prior training in radar speed monitoring devices. Such courses are offered by Kustom Signals, various state and local agencies and either IPTM (Institute of Police Technology and Management) or Northwestern University. Contact your District Manager for further details. 7.1 SETUP 1. Select a location that provides a good view of the traffic to be monitored. 2. Check the immediate area for potential interference sources, such as large reflecting signs in the direct path of the radar's microwave beam, power substations and other sources of electrical interference. 3. Position the patrol vehicle in a safe location, with easy access to the roadway. NOTE: Cosine error (angle between the target's direction of travel vs. the path to the radar), in the stationary mode, will ALWAYS be in the driver's favor. Refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's "Basic Training Program in RADAR Speed Measurement" for speed reduction information due to cosine angle effect. 7.2

41 Section 7--System Operation 4. Adjust the Doppler audio for the desired listening level. Depress the AUDIO switch. The TARGET window will display "Aud" and the PATROL window will display the current audio level. With "Aud" still being displayed, depress either the AUDIO (down) or RANGE (up) switches to decrease or increase the audio level. The displays will return to their normal mode two seconds from the last switch entry or momentarily depress the HOLD switch to return to normal operation immediately. 5. To unsquelch the audio, depress the AUDIO switch. The TARGET window will display "Aud". Depress the MODE switch. The LOCK/E.T. window will display "Un". To return to squelched audio, with "Aud" and "Un" being displayed, again depress the MODE switch. The LOCK/E.T. window will be blank and the audio will be squelched. Two seconds after the last switch entry, the displays will return to their normal functions or momentarily depress the HOLD switch to return to normal operation immediately. 6. Set the range control to the desired level. Depress the RANGE switch and the TARGET window will display "rng" and the PATROL window will display the current level (1-6). Also, the six LEDs above the RANGE switch will display the current range level. Range level 6 is maximum range, range level 1 reduces the Golden Eagle's range to its minimum distance, typically 250 feet. 7.3

42 Section 7--System Operation Depressing the DOWN (AUDIO) or UP (RANGE) switches will decrease or increase the range level. The displays will return to their normal mode after approximately two seconds from the last switch entry or momentarily depress the HOLD switch to return to normal operation immediately. 7. Check the status of the fan interference filter by momentarily depressing the RANGE switch. While "rng" is being displayed, depress the MODE switch to display "FAn" in the TARGET window and either "On" or "OFF" in the LOCK window. Press MODE again to change the status of the filter. The operator may activate or deactivate this filter depending on the amount of fan interference being experienced in a particular patrol vehicle. If the fan is interfering with radar operation, activating the filter will reduce the amount of fan interference. The displays will return to their normal mode approximately two seconds from the last switch entry or momentarily depress the HOLD switch to return to normal operation immediately. NOTE: Some degradation of target capture may be noted with the filter activated. For maximum performance, if the patrol vehicle has little or no fan interference, it is suggested that the fan interference filter be turned off. 7.4

43 7.2 STATIONARY OPERATION Section 7--System Operation 1. Place the unit in the stationary mode by depressing the MODE switch and observing that both direction mode/antenna indicators are lit for stationary operation. Switch to the desired antenna. Set range to the desired level. (Level 1, target must be very close before the Golden Eagle will display the target's speed, Level 6, maximum range.) Set fan interference filter to the desired state (see previous section). *2. If desired, turn the microwave transmitter off by depressing either the front panel or remote control HOLD switch. "Hld" will be displayed in the TARGET window. 3. Complete a tracking history on the target vehicle. A. Observe the target and surrounding traffic. B. Estimate the speed of the target vehicle. *C. Depress the HOLD switch to turn the microwave transmitter on. D. Listen to the pitch of the audio; it should correspond to the estimated speed. E. Observe the speed reading shown in the Golden Eagle's TARGET display. It should correspond with B and D above. F. If any of the above elements are incompatible, the reading must be disregarded. * Use the HOLD feature to defeat radar detectors. 7.5

44 Section 7--System Operation 4. If the operator wishes to lock (retain) the violator's speed, simply depress the LOCK switch on either the front panel or the remote control. A short alert tone will be heard and the target speed will be displayed in the LOCK window. 5. The Golden Eagle will continue to track the violator's speed in the TARGET window as long as the vehicle is in the antenna beam. 6. If the operator switches to the opposite antenna, the antenna/mode indicator, for the selected antenna at the time of lock, will flash and the selected antenna will be on. If the operator changes back to the original antenna, the original antenna/mode indicator will light steady. NOTE: If the auto-unlock feature is enabled, the locked speed will be automatically unlocked after 14 minutes. 7. To manually unlock or clear the locked speed, depress the LOCK/REL switch. This will clear the LOCK/E.T. window. 8. If the operator changes the mode of operation, such as stationary to moving, the locked speed will be automatically unlocked and cannot be recalled. The Golden Eagle automatically runs an internal test prior to locking any speed. Depressing the TEST switch once a speed is locked will allow the Golden Eagle to complete a lamp and internal test then return the locked speed. 9. If the remote control is damaged or lost, refer to Sec for default operation of the Golden Eagle without a remote control. 7.6

45 Section 7--System Operation FASTEST VEHICLE--STATIONARY OPERATION 1. The Golden Eagle allows two methods of fastest vehicle mode (Push and Hold control or Toggle control). See Sec. 13 (Options) for selecting the preferred method. 2. The FASTEST LED will flash and the LOCK/ET window will display the speed of the fastest vehicle detected by the Golden Eagle. (The TARGET window will continue to display the speed of the strongest returned signal.) NOTE: This is especially useful in traffic situations such as a small vehicle overtaking a larger truck. In the FASTEST mode, as in normal radar operation, a good tracking history is essential. 3. If the fastest vehicle is also reflecting the strongest signal, the FASTEST LED will be lit but will not flash. 4. The fastest speed may be locked by depressing the LOCK switch while a fastest speed is displayed. The strongest speed may be locked by depressing the LOCK switch when only the strongest speed (no fastest speed) is being displayed. 7.7

46 Section 7--System Operation 5. When the speed is locked, a short alert tone will be heard. If the fastest vehicle s speed was locked, the TARGET window will display the current fastest target (for track-through-lock history), and the FASTEST LED will continue to flash, indicating the locked speed was obtained as a fastest speed. If the strongest vehicle speed was locked, the TARGET window will continue to show the strongest target and the fastest indicator will be turned off, indicating that the locked speed was obtained as a strongest speed. NOTE: If the auto-unlock feature is enabled, the locked speed will be automatically unlocked after 14 minutes. 6. If the remote control is damaged or lost, refer to Sec for default operation of the Golden Eagle without a remote control. 7.3 MOVING OPERATION (OPPOSITE DIRECTION) 1. Place the Golden Eagle in the moving mode of operation by depressing the MODE switch and observing the mode/antenna indicators. The patrol and an opposite direction indicator should be lit. If a same direction indicator is on, depress the SAME/OPP switch on the remote control. 7.8

47 Section 7--System Operation 2. Select the desired antenna, front or rear (if equipped with dual antennas) by depressing the FRONT/REAR switch on the remote control. Set the fan interference filter to the desired state (see Sec 7.1). 3. Set the minimum patrol speed to the desired level--10 or 20 MPH (16 or 32 km/h). To activate this feature, once the unit has been placed in Moving Mode, press the remote s PATROL BLANK switch once. The TARGET window will display PAt and either 10 or 20 will appear in the PATROL window. This display will be active for two (2) seconds unless another switch is pressed. To change the displayed minimum speed, press the MODE switch, which will toggle between the two speeds. Once the desired minimum speed is selected, the unit will time out in two seconds and the displayed speed will be accepted. This feature cannot be activated with a locked speed in the LOCK window. To display the minimum patrol speed, press the PATROL BLANK switch once. Any currently active displays will be replaced with the selected minimum patrol speed for two seconds, then the Golden Eagle will return to normal operation. NOTE: This feature cannot be activated with a locked speed in the LOCK window. 4. Complete a tracking history on a target vehicle as described in Sec and verify the radar's patrol speed reading with the patrol vehicle's speedometer. NOTE: If an incorrect patrol speed is obtained, the operator can go in and out of HOLD quickly. This will clear all previous speeds, and a new patrol speed search will be initiated. 7.9

48 Section 7--System Operation 5. When all elements agree, enforcement action may be taken. 6. To lock the violator's speed, depress the LOCK switch. A short alert tone will be heard and the LOCK window will display the speed of the target vehicle. 7. The Golden Eagle will continue to track the target and patrol speeds. 8. When the patrol vehicle's speed has dropped 10 MPH (16 km/h) below the speed when lock was activated, or the antenna selection is changed, the patrol vehicle's speed, at the time of lock, will begin flashing 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. 9. The operator may blank the locked PATROL speed display window, during lock, after the patrol speed has flashed, by depressing the PATROL BLANK switch on the remote control. Depressing the switch again will return the PATROL display. 10. To manually unlock or clear the locked speeds, depress the LOCK/REL switch. This will clear the LOCK/E.T. and PATROL windows. NOTE: If the auto-unlock feature is enabled, the locked speeds will be automatically unlocked after 14 minutes. 11. If the operator changes the mode of operation, such as moving to stationary, opposite to same direction, etc., the locked speeds will be automatically unlocked and cannot be recalled. 7.10