Cobra Electronics Corporation DSP9200 User Manual
Frequency Display Mode Advanced
This is a new advanced and very useful mode. A graph is shown
with the detected radar frequency and where it falls in relation to
the center frequency of the closest radar gun. The closer the signal
strength bar is to the center of the display the more likely it’s a high
priority real alert.
This is a new advanced and very useful mode. A graph is shown
with the detected radar frequency and where it falls in relation to
the center frequency of the closest radar gun. The closer the signal
strength bar is to the center of the display the more likely it’s a high
priority real alert.
Laser Alert Screens
With Laser signals, you will always receive full alert. The word
LASER will be shown on the display. The color of the word LASER
indicates the iRadar threat area level. When connected to the
Cobra iRadar app, the LaserRelay™ feature will be activated. Laser
alerts will be simultaneously relayed to other users of a detector
with iRadar functionality.
With Laser signals, you will always receive full alert. The word
LASER will be shown on the display. The color of the word LASER
indicates the iRadar threat area level. When connected to the
Cobra iRadar app, the LaserRelay™ feature will be activated. Laser
alerts will be simultaneously relayed to other users of a detector
with iRadar functionality.
Frequency Display Mode On
This is a more advanced mode. The exact frequency of the
detected radar signal will also be shown.
This is a more advanced mode. The exact frequency of the
detected radar signal will also be shown.
Dual Lock
®
Mount
Radar/Laser/Camera Detector
DSP 9200BT
Operating Instructions
Printed in the Philippines Part No. 480-1030-P Version A
Thank you for purchasing Cobra’s new digital ultra-performance
radar/laser/camera detector.
radar/laser/camera detector.
Windshield Bracket
Mounting Slot
Power/Volume
Button
Mini-USB 5V
Power Jack
Menu/Report Button
• Press once to enter
Menu Mode.
• Press and Hold to
• Press and Hold to
make a User Report*
Mute/Down Button
• While alerting, press once
to manually mute audio alerts.
• In Standby and connected to
• In Standby and connected to
the app, press once to toggle
between available standby
screens.
City/ Button
• Switches between
Highway and City
filtering modes.
• In Menu mode, steps
• In Menu mode, steps
forward through
menu options.
Dim/ Button
• Adjusts the
display brightness.
• In Menu mode,
• In Menu mode,
steps backward
through menu
options.
Mounting
Your detector should be mounted on the windshield or dashboard of
your vehicle. Three mounting options are included:
Suction Cup Mount –
This is the best option for portability and mov-
ing the detector from car to car. Make sure to
thoroughly clean the suction cups and windshield
mounting area to insure a tight seal.
Your detector should be mounted on the windshield or dashboard of
your vehicle. Three mounting options are included:
Suction Cup Mount –
This is the best option for portability and mov-
ing the detector from car to car. Make sure to
thoroughly clean the suction cups and windshield
mounting area to insure a tight seal.
Dual Lock
®
Mount –
This mount is discreet and very solid for a
permanent mounting location. Make sure the
adhesive side of the included Dual Lock is securely
fastened to the windshield before adding the
weight of the detector to it.
permanent mounting location. Make sure the
adhesive side of the included Dual Lock is securely
fastened to the windshield before adding the
weight of the detector to it.
Hook and Loop Fastener–
Included for dashboard mounting.
Included for dashboard mounting.
Suction Cup Mount
Hook & Loop Fastener
Your detector should be mounted so that it is
oriented parallel to the road. The suction cup
mount comes standard bent at a 45° angle and
Dual Lock
oriented parallel to the road. The suction cup
mount comes standard bent at a 45° angle and
Dual Lock
®
at 30° angle.
The metal is designed to bend without break-
ing. Adjust the angle so when mounted the
detector is level with the road.
ing. Adjust the angle so when mounted the
detector is level with the road.
Windshield
Incorrect Positions
Correct Position
Powering
Plug in your detector using the included
cigarette lighter adapter. This adapter
has a Mini-USB 5V output.
Plug in your detector using the included
cigarette lighter adapter. This adapter
has a Mini-USB 5V output.
Note: the adapter includes a Type-A USB
port that can be used to charge your
smartphone or tablet using the manufac-
turer’s charging cable.
port that can be used to charge your
smartphone or tablet using the manufac-
turer’s charging cable.
Turn your detector On/Off by pressing
and holding the Power/Volume button
on top of the unit.
and holding the Power/Volume button
on top of the unit.
12V Cigarette Lighter Adapter
12V Power Jack
USB Port
Menu/Settings Screen
Settings are available for customizing your
detector. When Menu is pressed, you will see will see the detec-
tor display the word MENU and then X-Alert. From this Menu
Mode, press the Button to step through the available Alert
and User Settings. Press the button to change the selected
setting. The Settings options are:
Settings are available for customizing your
detector. When Menu is pressed, you will see will see the detec-
tor display the word MENU and then X-Alert. From this Menu
Mode, press the Button to step through the available Alert
and User Settings. Press the button to change the selected
setting. The Settings options are:
Alert Screens and Settings
Radar bands consist of X-band, K-band, and Ka-band. With Radar
signals, the signal strength meter shows signal strength of the
radar gun giving the relative proximity to the source.
The Settings Menu allows turning these bands On and Off. In addi-
tion, this detector has three modes for displaying these radar band
alerts. Frequency Display Mode On, Off, and Advanced can be se-
lected from the Settings Menu. The default is Off, but Cobra would
recommend switching to Advanced after reading this manual and
understanding the alerts graphics on the following page.
Color Coded Threat Areas*
When connected to the Cobra iRadar app, the color of the Radar
Band, Laser or Location Based Alerts and Standby Screens will
change. The color indicates the threat level for the area your ve-
hicle is located. The threat level is calculated by Cobra’s powerful
servers and displayed on your smart phone and the detector.
White= Not Connected, Blue= Low Threat Level, Orange=
Medium Threat Area, Red= High Threat Area.
Radar bands consist of X-band, K-band, and Ka-band. With Radar
signals, the signal strength meter shows signal strength of the
radar gun giving the relative proximity to the source.
The Settings Menu allows turning these bands On and Off. In addi-
tion, this detector has three modes for displaying these radar band
alerts. Frequency Display Mode On, Off, and Advanced can be se-
lected from the Settings Menu. The default is Off, but Cobra would
recommend switching to Advanced after reading this manual and
understanding the alerts graphics on the following page.
Color Coded Threat Areas*
When connected to the Cobra iRadar app, the color of the Radar
Band, Laser or Location Based Alerts and Standby Screens will
change. The color indicates the threat level for the area your ve-
hicle is located. The threat level is calculated by Cobra’s powerful
servers and displayed on your smart phone and the detector.
White= Not Connected, Blue= Low Threat Level, Orange=
Medium Threat Area, Red= High Threat Area.
• Press and Hold to
turn the power On
and Off.
• Press to adjust the
• Press to adjust the
volume.
No connection to phone. City Max
filter mode selected.
Connected to phone. Vehicle heading
north west at 55 Mph.
Radar Alerts
Frequency Display Mode Off
This is the basic alert mode. It shows the radar alert band and
signal strength.
Frequency Display Mode Off
This is the basic alert mode. It shows the radar alert band and
signal strength.
X-Alert
K-Alert
Ka-Alert
Frequency
Auto Mute
Audio
K-Alert
Ka-Alert
Frequency
Auto Mute
Audio
Controls and
Connections
NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules: Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: Modifications or parts not approved by Cobra Electronics Corporation may violate FCC
Rules and void authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire
de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
US Pat. Nos. 6078279, 8842004, 8970422 and other US Patents Pending
• In standby, Press and Hold to
turn Quiet Drive On and Off.
• In Menu Mode, press to change
• In Menu Mode, press to change
the setting.
*GPS and iRadar-based features
require connection to a Bluetooth
®
Smart ready device and the
Cobra iRadar app. For a full list of
Bluetooth
®
Smart ready devices visit
www.bluetooth.com
Avoid blocking the detector’s view by windshield wiper blades or
dark tinting at the top of the windshield.
dark tinting at the top of the windshield.
Note: Do not attempt to bend the mount while the detector
vis attached.
vis attached.
Power/Volume Button
Premium Carry Case
Alert and User Settings
Signal Strength-
Level 1= Weakest Signal
Level 5= Strongest Signal
Level 1= Weakest Signal
Level 5= Strongest Signal
Ka Band Alert- Red color indicates detector is
connected to the App and in a high threat area.
connected to the App and in a high threat area.
Ka band Alert-Orange color indicates detector is connected to
the App and in a medium threat area.
the App and in a medium threat area.
Standby Screens
The Standby Screen is the normal screen you will see while driving
when not detecting and alerting to a Radar, Laser or Location
Based Alert. The screen will vary a little from what’s seen below
based on the options and features turned On and Off or the oper-
ating modes selected.
The Standby Screen is the normal screen you will see while driving
when not detecting and alerting to a Radar, Laser or Location
Based Alert. The screen will vary a little from what’s seen below
based on the options and features turned On and Off or the oper-
ating modes selected.
Note: Pressing the Mute / Button when Connected will toggle
between these two screens.
Frequency Display -The exact frequency
of the detected radar signal
of the detected radar signal
Red color indicates
connected and high
threat area.
connected and high
threat area.
Ka Band Alert. White color indicates
not connected to the app.
not connected to the app.
Height and color of bar
shows signal strength.
shows signal strength.
Proximity to the center
shows likely real alert.
shows likely real alert.
Downloading the App
For optimal performance and access to all this
detectors advanced features, you should download
the iRadar app and use it when you drive with this
detector. To download the app you must enter the
iTunes Store or Google Play and search for “Co-
bra iRadar”. Follow the onscreen instructions to
Cobra iRadar
For optimal performance and access to all this
detectors advanced features, you should download
the iRadar app and use it when you drive with this
detector. To download the app you must enter the
iTunes Store or Google Play and search for “Co-
bra iRadar”. Follow the onscreen instructions to
Cobra iRadar
®
App
The iRadar app separates Cobra from any other
detectors out there.
Make sure to check out the Tutorial for a full
explanation of app features. The Tutorial can be
accessed from the Menu.
Information on specific settings and explanations
of radar bands can be found by pressing the
green info icons in the settings menus. The iradar
app can also be used to change and easily adjust
the detectors settings!
detectors out there.
Make sure to check out the Tutorial for a full
explanation of app features. The Tutorial can be
accessed from the Menu.
Information on specific settings and explanations
of radar bands can be found by pressing the
green info icons in the settings menus. The iradar
app can also be used to change and easily adjust
the detectors settings!
AURA
®
Location-based Alerts (LBAs) and
iRadar Community
Your detector is capable of providing you with LBAs and iRadar
Community threat sharing data when connected to iPhone or
Android phones. The detector uses the GPS in your smartphone
to connect to and obtain the latest LBA’s and alert you to them.
Vehicle speed and compass headings use your phone’s GPS
as well. See the section on Downloading the App to add these
features and more.
Your detector is capable of providing you with LBAs and iRadar
Community threat sharing data when connected to iPhone or
Android phones. The detector uses the GPS in your smartphone
to connect to and obtain the latest LBA’s and alert you to them.
Vehicle speed and compass headings use your phone’s GPS
as well. See the section on Downloading the App to add these
features and more.
Small Size. Big Performance.
The ultimate long-range detection platform packed into the
industry's smallest design. Detects all radar/laser guns and
cameras.*
industry's smallest design. Detects all radar/laser guns and
cameras.*
Revolutionary Accuracy
Reduces the uncertainty and frustration of false alerts with Digital
Signal Processing (DSP) technology, the next level of accurate radar
detection. DSP digitizes radar signals and compares them to known
radar gun signatures to determine whether or not to sound an alert.
Signal Processing (DSP) technology, the next level of accurate radar
detection. DSP digitizes radar signals and compares them to known
radar gun signatures to determine whether or not to sound an alert.
The Power of Community
Let the free Cobra iRadar
®
app and community-based detection
lead the way. iRadar gives real-time alerts to upcoming Speed &
Red Light Cameras, Live Police Activity, Radar & Laser Guns and
Caution Areas reported by other iRadar users*.
Red Light Cameras, Live Police Activity, Radar & Laser Guns and
Caution Areas reported by other iRadar users*.
Stay One Step Ahead
Cobra's powerful servers and complex algorithms take massive
amounts of historical user data and distill it into a threat level for
your vehicle. This detector's display will change color matching the
severity and urgency of the threat level to keep you one step ahead*.
amounts of historical user data and distill it into a threat level for
your vehicle. This detector's display will change color matching the
severity and urgency of the threat level to keep you one step ahead*.
Just What You Want to Hear
A suite of several Cobra technologies help to further eliminate
unwanted and false alerts. These include: SpeedMute
unwanted and false alerts. These include: SpeedMute
™
*, Auto Mute
Mode, QuietDrive
™
Mode, AutoCity
™
*, CAS Immunity and
TFS rejection.
*GPS and iRadar-based features require connection to a Bluetooth
*GPS and iRadar-based features require connection to a Bluetooth
®
Smart ready
device and the Cobra iRadar app. For a full list of Bluetooth
®
Smart ready devices
visit www.bluetooth.com
Quiet Drive
Screen Saver
Auto Off
System Info
Restore Default
Screen Saver
Auto Off
System Info
Restore Default
*GPS and iRadar-based features require connection to a Bluetooth
®
Smart ready
device and the Cobra iRadar app. For a full list of Bluetooth
®
Smart ready devices visit
www.bluetooth.com
Band
Frequency of Guns
X
10.525
K
24.150
Ka
33.800
34.300
34.700
34.950
35.500
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