WILLTRONICS

Detection syste m

WT1020/1030

O W N E R ’S M A N U A L
FCC Information
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limit for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

Installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in

accordance with the instructions. may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encourage to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

- Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help

Change or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for Compliance could void the user’s authority to operate

the equipment
CONTENTS
Ⅰ. M O D E L FEATURES AND CONTROLS User Programmable Menu Mode
Memory Retention
Ⅱ. A C C E S S O R I E S I N C L U D E D W I T H R A D A R D E T E C T O R
Owner’s Manual Ⅴ. R A D A R / L A S E R / V G - 2 A L E R T S
Power Cord Speed Radar Visual /Audio Alerts
Mounting kit Laser Visual /Audio Alerts
Hook & Loop Fasteners VG-2 Visual /Audio Alerts
Spare Fuse Instant Visual/Audio Alerts
Safety Radar Visual/Audio Alerts
Ⅲ. M O U N T I N G I N S T A L L A T I O N
Windshield Mounting Ⅵ. T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G GUIDE
Dash Board Mounting Factory setting
Power connection
Ⅶ. S P E E D M O N I T O R I N G DEVICES
Ⅳ. O P E R A T I O N G U I D E Radar speed gun
Power on & Self-Test Laser speed gun
Feature Engaged Confirmation Radar Detector Detectors
Mute Mode
City/City1 Modes Ⅷ. M A I N T E N A N C E
Dim/Dark Modes Care and Maintenance
VG-2 Mode Fuse Replacement
Tutorial Mode
Voltage Meter Mode Ⅸ. SPECIFICATIONS
Digital Electronic Compass Mode
Ⅰ. M O D E L FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Signal Strength Meter

X, K, Ka Super Wideband Detection
Visual & Audible Alarms
All Laser Detection
External Laser Jack (Option)
360° Laser Detectability
Power On/Off with Volume Control
Safety Radar System (SA, SWS) Detection
Mute Mode
VG2 (Radar Detector Detector) Detection
Dim/Dark Modes
VG2 undetectability
City/City1 Modes
Instant On/Pulsed Radar Alert
VG2 Mode
Smart Text Display (8 Digit: 280 LED Matrix)
Tutorial Mode
Digital Voltage Meter
Voltage Meter Mode
Digital Electronic Compass (WT1030 only)
User Selection (Programmable) Modes
User Programmable
Compass Calibration Mode (WT1030 only)
Memory Retention
 4. Power/Volume Control Turns unit on/off and adjusts
audio level.

5. High Visibility Text Display Provides distinct visual

confirmation of signals strength , signal band identification
and indicates engaged modes of operation.

6. MUTE Button Pressing MUTE during a radar/laser

encounter silences audio alerts.

7. CITY Button Reduces the annoyance of false alerts

typically encountered in urban driving areas.

8 . D A R K B u t t o n Reduces illumination of display to “dim” or

“dark” settings.
1. Bracket Lock/Release Button Easy lock/release of the
9. VG2 Button Pressing VG2 to engage or disengage VG-2.
mounting bracket.

10. T Button Tutorial mode engage button

2. Power Jack Connection for the power cord.

3 . Sp e a k e r Provides distinct audio alarms for X, K, Ka band

radar, laser and the VG-2.
11. Laser Lens (Rear) An integrated optical waveguide provides superior detection of laser signals transmitted from behind

12. Laser Lens (Front) High gain optical lens array provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading edge laser
detection.

13. Radar Antenna Compact, high-efficiency antenna receives radar signals.

1 4 . M o u n t i n g Bracket Location Slot holds mounting bracket firmly.

15. EXT Port for external laser connection (Option Laser Module)
Ⅱ. ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH RADAR DETECTOR

1 . O w n e r ’s M a n u a l 2. Power Cord 3. Mounting kit

4. Hook & Loop Fasteners 5. Spare Fuse 2A 250V

Ⅲ. M O U N T I N G INSTALLATION
Mount the unit as low as possible near the center of the windshield.
Do not mount your unit behind wipers, ornaments, mirrored sunscreens, etc. These obstructions have metal surfaces which can
affect radar and laser signals and reduce critical warning time. (Regular tinted glass does not affect reception.)
Some newer windshields have an lnstaclear™ or Electriclear™ type coating, which affect radar signals.
Avoid placing unit in direct contact with windshield.
To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal your unit when not in use.

Windshield Mounting
Install the mounting kit at the windshield as it follows.

IMPORTANT: Some newer cars have a plastic safety coating on

the inside of the windshield. The windshield bracket may leave
permanent marks on this type of surface. We recommend that
you do not leave the suction cup bracket on the window in
direct sunlight. If the detector is removed, this may cause blistering
of the dash in some vehicles.
 Slide the detector onto the bracket and get it locked with switch.
If necessary, the unit may be leveled by bending the windshield bracket. Push the bracket release switch and remove the
detector before bending.

D a s h b o a r d M o u n t i n g
Make sure the mounting location you have chosen is relatively level and is clean and dry. Clean with isopropyl alcohol if
necessary to remove any waxes or polishes.
Separate the fastener strips. Peel the paper backing off each strip and adhere one piece to the dash and the other piece to the
bottom of the unit, taking care n o t t o c o v e r t h e s e r i a l n u m b e r .

Be careful not to place the fastener strip over the unit’s serial number.
If the fastener strip is removed, the serial number may be pulled off
the unit. Units without serial numbers are not covered under warranty.

Power Connection
Plug the small end of the power cord into the unit’s power jack.
Plug the large end into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
Ⅳ. O P E R A T I O N GUIDE

WT-1020 WT-1030
Power On And Self-T e s t
Each time your WT -1020 detector is turned on, an automatic self-test
sequence confirms that the speaker and visual displays are functional
and displays the engaged features.
Turn Power/Volume control clockwise. Display reads:

Feature Engaged Confirmation

Each time a button is pressed one beep confirms feature “o n ”, two

beeps confirm feature “o f f ”.
WT-1030 only
WT-1030 only
Memory Retention
Electronically remembers all your own settings for a certain period of time after power-off.

Ⅴ. R A D A R / L A S E R / V G - 2 ALERTS

Speed Radar Visual /Audio Alerts

When X, K or Ka is detected, the band ID and signal strength is displayed with an audible alert.
Example:

Laser Visual /Audio Alerts

When a laser signal is detected, LSR is displayed with signal strength. The audio alert is continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds.
Example:

V G -2 Visual /Audio Alerts

When a VG-2 signal is detected, the detector “hides” its own radiated signal and becomes undetectable by the VG-2.

Every 30 seconds, the detector checks for a VG-2 signal. If a VG-2 signal is still
present, the unit continues to hide and repeats the VG-2 alert. If no signal is detected,
two beeps are provided, indicating an “all clear” condition. During VG-2 Alert, the X, K,
and Ka band signals cannot be received
Instant Visual/ Audio Alert
When an instant signal (strong signal) is detected, an urgent 3 second audio warning is sounded and the display shows:

After 3 seconds standard alert pattern continues.

Safety radar Visual/ Audio Alert

The WT -1020/1030 detects the new Safety Warning system. This provides advanced warning of various road hazards including
accident sites, highway construction, emergency vehicles and enables you to respond more appropriately to pot entially dangerous
conditions. It provides a distinct audio tone and illuminates the first strength bar and the last bar in the display.
Ⅵ. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Vehicle’s electrical system, including battery and alternator,
may have electrical noise. Install a filter capacitor (470mfd. 25
PROBLEM: No display or audio. volt or larger capacitance value) on the back of the lighter
Check fuse in the plug and replace if necessary with a 2 amp socket.
3AG type.
Check fuse for lighter socket; replace if necessary.
Factory setting
Make sure lighter socket is clean.
All user features can be reset to factory settings. Please follow
below steps for reset.
P R O B L E M : Unit alarms when vehicle hits bumps.
1. Unplug Power Cord from unit
Check for loose lighter socket; tighten and clean.
2. Press and hold City and Mute.
Check connections at both ends of power cord. Substitute
3. Plug Power Cord into unit.
another cord to determine if cord is defective. Return defective
4. Wait for 2 beeps.
cord to the factory.
5. Release City and Mute button. Unit is now reset

P R O B L E M : Unit alarms when using vehicle equipment or

- Factory reset -
electrical accessories (brakes, power mirrors/windows,
Highway Mode On (WT-1030: Combo Mode On).
directionals, horn, etc.).
Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of display.
VG-2 Detection Mode Off
Ⅶ. SPEED MONITORING DEVICES

Radar speed gun

A radar gun operates by transmitting radio waves at certain The advantage of laser over r a d a r i n t e r m s of target
frequencies which reflect off objects and are then picked up by identification is the result of the laser gun’s narrow beam. A
the radar gun’s receiving section. When a radar beam reflects radar transmission can cover more than a four -lane highway at
off a moving target, a measurable frequency shift occurs. The a distance of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser transmission
radar unit converts this shift into miles per hour to determine which covers about 6 feet at the same distance.
your vehicle’s speed. For best protection, keep these points in mind:
Currently, the FCC(Federal Communications Commission)
permits operation of traffic radar guns at X Band(10.500 Because your vehicle’s license plate or headlights are the
10.550 GHz), K Band (24.050 24.250 GHz), and Ka Band laser gun’s primary targets, mounting your detector on the
(33.400 36.000 GHz). dashboard can improve laser detection at short range.
Do not follow closely behind any vehicle you cannot see
Laser speed gun through. If you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you, chances
It’s well documented that many radar guns cannot reliably are your detector won’t either.
provide the speed of a targeted vehicle that is traveling in a The receiving range of your laser detector will not be the
group of vehicles. In contrast, a laser gun can target a specific same as a radar detector. Laser guns are most often used at
vehicle out of a line of traffic and determine its speed. short range
Radar Detector Detectors F u s e R e p l a c e m e n t
The Interceptor VG-2, or simply VG-2, is a microwave receiver
used by police to detect signals radiated by the local oscillator The lighter socket plug is equipped with a replaceable 2 amp
of a radar detector. Because its purpose is to identify persons 3AG fuse located behind the silver tip. To replace the fuse,
driving with radar detectors, the VG-2 is known as a “radar carefully unscrew the tip of the plug. (I M P O R T A N T : Unscrew
detector detector”. slowly. The tip contains a spring which may fly out when
disassembling.) Insert the new fuse with the spring and screw
on the tip.

Ⅷ. M A I N T E N A N C E

C a r e A n d M a i n t e n a n c e
During the summer months, avoid prolonged exposure to direct
sunlight by removing your unit from the dash when your vehicle W i t h u s e , screw c a p on plug may loosen. Retighten
is parked for an extended period of time. occasionally.
Do not spray water, cleaners or polishes directly ont o the unit.
The spray may penetrate through the openings and damage the
unit. Also, do not use any abrasive cleaners on the unit’s
exterior.
Ⅸ. SPECIFICATIONS

Radar Detector
G e n e r a l
Receiver Type Double Conversion Superheterodyne
Dimensions: 65mm(W) x 118mm(L) x 32mm(H)
Detector Type Scanning Frequency Discriminator
Weight: 148 g
Antenna Type Linear Polarization
Power Requirement: 12- 15V DC
Frequency of 10.525 GHz ± 50 MHz (X Band)
Temperature Range: Operating -20°C to +80°C
Operation 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz (K Band)
Storage -40°C to +100°C
34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz (Ka Band)

Laser Detector
Receiver Type Pulse Laser Signal Receiver
Sensor Front End Convex Condenser Lens
Detector Type Pulse Width Discriminator
Receiver Bandwidth 30 MHz Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Spectral Response 800- 1100 nm
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