XTR-435 Owner’s Manual
Model Features Summary ................................. 2 - 3
Installation ........................................................ 4 - 6
OWNER’S MANUAL
Dear Whistler Detector Owner,
• Mounting Guidelines
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• Windshield Mounting
• Power Connection and Fuse Replacement
If you have questions concerning the operation of
this Whistler product please call:
Operation ....................................................... 7 - 14
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Power On Self Test & Volume
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CuSTOmer SeRVICE
1-800-531-0004
Monday - Friday • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT
or visit our website
• Feature Engaged Confirmation
• Dim/Dark Mode
XTR-435
• Setting Saver
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• Quiet/Auto Quiet Mode
• Audio Level Adjustment
• City/City 1/ City 2 Mode
• Highway Mode
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• Teach/Tutorial Mode
• Alert Periscopes
• VG-2 Mode
• Safety Warning System
• Alert Priority
• Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
• Traffic Flow Signal Rejection (TFSR)
• Option Select Mode
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LASER-RADAR
DETECTOR
www.whistlergroup.com
Please keep the receipt in a safe place. You may
register your product online at www.whistlergroup.
com. For warranty verification purposes, a copy of your
dated store receipt must accompany any unit sent in for
warranty work. If the unit is returned without a dated
store receipt, an out of warranty service charge applies.
Note: Your warranty period begins at the time of
purchase. The warranty is validated only by the
dated store receipt! Now is the time to record the
serial number of the unit in the space provided in the
warranty section of the manual.
• Stay Alert Feature
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POP Mode Alerts .............................................. 15
Laser/Radar Alerts .............................................. 15
The Whistler Group Corporate Headquarters
3604 NW Frontage Rd. • Bentonville, AR 72712
Tel 479.273.6012 • Fax 479.273.2927
• Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
• Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
• Pulse Protection®
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VG-2 Alerts ......................................................... 16
Reset Features .................................................... 16
Troubleshooting Guide ....................................... 17
Care and Maintenance ........................................ 18
Are Detectors Legal? .......................................... 18
FCC Information .................................................. 19
Speed Monitoring ......................................... 19 - 22
Customer Return Center
551 N 13th St. • Rogers, AR 72756
Customer Service Tel 800.531.0004
To fully acquaint yourself with the operation of your
Whistler Detector and to better understand the
differences between detecting radar, laser and safety
radar signals, we recommend reading this entire
manual or visiting our FAQ page on our website
www.whistlergroup.com
P/N 202913,
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2012 The Whistler Group, Inc.
• Radar Facts
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• POP™ Mode
• Laser Facts/Tips
• Other Speed Detection Systems
• Radar Detector Detectors
Enjoy your Whistler Detector and please drive safely.
Sincerely,
Warranty Information .................................... 22 - 25
Specifications ......................................................25
Accessories ......................................................... 26
The Whistler Group, Inc.
FEATURE DESCRIPTIONS
Whistler’s ergonomic and user-friendly design provides a new
level of operating convenience. Special features include:
INSTALLATION
WHISTLER FEATURES
Mounting Guidelines
XTR-435
• Mount the unit as low as possible near the
center of the windshield.
1. Bracket Release Button
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provides quick
and easy release of the mounting bracket.
2. Speaker – provides distinct audio warnings
for X, K, Ka band radar, Safety Warning
System, laser and VG-2.
• Do not mount the 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).
3. Mounting Bracket Location – slot holds
mounting bracket firmly.
4. Radar Antenna – compact, high-efficiency
antenna receives radar signals.
5. Front Laser – high gain optical lens
provides increased sensitivity and field of
view for leading-edge laser detection.
6. Rear Laser – an integrated optical
waveguide provides superior detection of
laser signals transmitted from behind.
7. City Button - reduces the annoyance of
false alerts typically encountered in urban
driving areas.
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• Some windshields have an Instaclear or
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Electriclear type coating, which affect radar
signals. Consult your dealer or the vehicle’s
owner’s manual to determine if your
windshield has this coating.
• Avoid placing the unit in direct contact with
the windshield.
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• To reduce the possibility of theft, conceal the
unit when not in use.
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Windshield Mounting
8. Quiet Button - pressing QUIET before a
signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode
which automatically reduces the audio level after
the initial warning to a low audio level setting.
Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter
silences audio alerts, while allowing visual
alerts to keep you informed.
• Install the two suction cups and rubber
bumper onto the bracket by fitting them into
their holes.
• Press the suction cups onto the windshield at
the location you have chosen. (Image A)
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9. Power / Volume Control – turns unit on/off
(Image A)
and adjusts audio level.
10. Dim / Dark Button - engages Dim/Dark modes.
11. Menu Button - enters Option Select Mode.
12. Red OLED Text Display - provides better
contrast, brightness and color/shows alerts
detected, signal strength, and indicates
engaged modes of operation.
Windshield
Mounting
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13. Alert Periscopes - provide an additional
attention getting visual alert.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the unit is level
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14. Power Jack - provides connection for the
power cord.
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OPERATION
OPERATION
OPERATION
VG-2 Mode
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
Option Select Mode
See Option Select Mode to turn this feature
on/off. When a VG-2 signal is detected, the
VG-2 alert is sounded and the display flashes
“VG-2”. After 3 seconds the audio is canceled
and the display no longer flashes. This cycle is
repeated if the VG-2 signal is detected again.
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically
shuts off the detector after 3 hrs. The timer is
reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged
or any button is pressed before the timer has
expired. The detector will alert you with an
audible and visual warning before it shuts off.
During this warning, you can momentarily reset
the timer by pressing any button. If the unit has
automatically turned off, press any button to
turn the unit back on.
Entering Option Select Mode allows you
to customize options such as Tone Select,
Abbreviated Power Up Sequence, and VG-2
Mode. Press the Menu button to enter Option
Select Mode. When selecting options, the
Dark or Quiet buttons must be pressed
within 20 seconds or Option Select Mode will
automatically be exited.
During the period a VG-2 signal is detected,
a radar signal cannot be detected.
However, because the VG-2 alert has confirmed
that a patrol car is nearby, you are already
aware of the potential for speed monitoring
and can adjust your speed accordingly. Laser
detection is not affected while a VG-2 signal is
detected. (See page 16 for more information)
Refer to “Option Select Mode” for instructions
for deactivating battery saver mode feature.
TFSR - Traffic Flow Signal Rejection
When turned on in option mode, helps
eliminate excessive alerts from erroneous X and
K-band sources. Traffic flow monitoring systems
are getting more common. Many of these
systems generate radar signals to measure
the flow of traffic across multiple lanes. Most
detectors will alert you to it unnecessarily. This
rejection feature examines the incoming signal
and will aid in reducing the alerts to such
sources.
Safety Warning System™
SWS OFF
In communities where transmitters are located,
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the Safety Warning System displays over 60
text messages. When Safety Radar is detected,
a unique audio alert sounds.
Safety Warning System Text Example: Poor -
Road - Surface.
Note: Not all areas have Safety Warning
We suggest you turn TFSR on if you are
experiencing excessive X or K band false alerts
every half mile or so along stretches of roadway
that contain these traffic flow sensors.
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System transmitters.
Press and hold Menu button to exit Option
Select Mode.
Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the
same time, the alert priority is:
1. Laser 2. VG-2 3. Speed Radar 4. SWS
Note: Enabling this feature disables K Pop
detection (Ka Pop functions normally).
Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a
VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will
override the X band alert.
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OPERATION
POP™ MODE ALERTS
VG-2 ALERTS
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Stay Alert Feature
POP Mode Alerts
VG-2 Audio/Visual Alerts
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The Stay Alert Feature is designed to test a
driver’s alertness. To engage (when the unit is
not alarming) :
Because POP Mode radar utilizes the same
Note: You must turn this feature on before it
will detect VG-2.
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K or Ka band frequencies, POP Mode Alerts will
be displayed as regular radar 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 a VG-2 Alert X,
K, and Ka band signals cannot be received (see
pg. 21).
• Press and hold the City button for
approximately 2 seconds. Release the button
during or immediately after the alert is given.
Display shows:
LASER/RADAR ALERTS
Speed Radar Audio/Visual Alerts
When X, K, or Ka is detected, the band ID and
signal strength is displayed. The audio alert
is continuous and has a pattern like a geiger
counter. The faster the beep, the closer or
stronger the radar source.
Within 30-60 seconds, an alert is sounded; to
show alertness, the driver must press either the
City, Menu, or Quiet buttons within 3-5 seconds.
If a button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the
cycle is repeated.
Laser Audio/Visual Alerts
RESET FEATURES
All user features can be reset to factory settings.
•Unplug the Power Cord from the unit.
•Press and hold the Quiet button.
•Plug the Power Cord into the unit.
•Wait for 2 beeps.
When a laser signal is detected the audio alert is
continuous for a minimum of 3 seconds.
The Display Shows:
If a button is not pressed within 3-5 seconds, an
alarm sounds and the display shows:
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Pulse Protection
•Release the Quiet button.
Pulse (or instant-on) radar is more difficult
to detect than conventional radar because it
remains ‘off’ until activated to measure the speed
of a targeted vehicle.
• Press the Dark button to exit the Stay Alert
Unit is now reset to the following features
and settings.
Default factory settings are:
1. HIGHWAY Mode
2. Dim/Dark Mode to full illumination of
display
3. Auto Quiet Mode OFF
4. VG-2 Detection Mode OFF
5. Safety Radar OFF
6. Vehicle Battery Saver ON
7. Full Power Up sequence
8. Default TONE 3
feature.
WARNING!!! Stay Alert is NOT intended as a
substitute for adequate rest. You should NOT
operate a vehicle if you are drowsy. During
extended periods of vehicle operation, you
should take frequent breaks. Improper reliance
on the Stay Alert feature may result in vehicle
damage, personal injury or death.
When a pulse type transmission is detected, your
Whistler detector sounds an urgent 3-second
audio warning and the display shows:
After the 3-second pulse alert, the standard
alert pattern continues for as long as the signal
is present.
NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE IF YOU ARE
DROWSY.
9. POP OFF
It is important to respond promptly to a pulse
alert, since warning time may be minimal.
10.LED Periscopes to BLINK
11.TFSR OFF
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TROUBLESHOOTING
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FCC INFORMATION
Your Whistler detector is expertly engineered
and designed to exacting quality standards
to provide you with reliable, trouble-free
operation. If your unit has been correctly
installed following the guidelines in this manual,
but is not operating optimally, please refer to
the troubleshooting guide below.
Care And Maintenance
FCC ID : HSXWH10
During the summer months, avoid prolonged
exposure to direct sunlight by removing your unit
from the dash when your vehicle is parked for an
extended period of time. Do not spray water,
cleaners, or polishes directly onto 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.
FCC ID : HSXWH21
This device complies with part 15 of the 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.
PROBLEM: No display or audio.
• Check the fuse in the plug; replace if
necessary with a 2 amp, 3AG type.
• Check the fuse for lighter socket; replace if
necessary.
ARE DETECTORS LEGAL?
Important: FCC (Federal Communications
Commission) requirements state that changes
or modifications not expressly approved by
Whistler could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
In Most States YES!
• Make sure the lighter socket is clean.
Laser-Radar detectors are legal in every state for
automobiles and light trucks (under 10,000 lbs.)
except Virginia and Washington, D.C., which
have local regulations restricting the use of
radar receivers in any vehicle.
PROBLEM: Unit alarms when vehicle hits
bumps.
• Check for a loose lighter socket; tighten and
clean.
• Check the connections at both ends of the
power cord. Substitute another cord to
determine if the cord is defective. Return the
defective cord to the factory.
SPEED MONITORING
Radar Facts
A radar gun operates by transmitting radio
waves at certain frequencies which reflect off
objects and are picked up by the radar gun’s
receiving section. When a radar beam reflects
off a moving target, a measurable frequency
shift occurs. The radar unit converts this shift
into miles per hour to determine your vehicle’s
speed. Currently, the FCC permits operation
of traffic radar guns at X Band (10.500 - 10.550
GHz), K Band (24.050 - 24.250 GHz), and Ka
Band (33.400 - 36.000 GHz).
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
passed a nationwide regulation, effective
January 1994, which prohibited radar and laser
detector use in vehicles over 10,000 lbs.
PROBLEM: Audio alerts are not loud enough.
• Cancel Auto Quiet Mode or City Mode.
• Check audio level setting. (see page 8)
If difficulties occur which cannot be solved by
information in this Troubleshooting Guide,
please call Whistler Customer Service at
1-800-531-0004 or visit our FAQ page at www.
whistlergroup.com, before returning your unit
for service.
Note: A radar detector will only alarm if an officer
is transmitting on any one of the above radar
bands.
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SPEED MONITORING
SPEED MONITORING
SPEED MONITORING
Laser Tips
Note: Having a radar detector capable of
detecting the VG-2 may alert you to the
presence of a speed trap. The newest tool
Police have to detect radar detectors is called
Spectre. Spectre can detect the majority of
undetectable (VG-2) laser/radar detectors on
the market.
POP™ Mode
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If you are the targeted vehicle, a laser gun can
often determine your speed within a few
seconds after you receive an alert. In this
situation, there is generally no time to safely
adjust your speed. However, if you are traveling
near or behind the targeted vehicle and receive
an alert, response time should be sufficient.
Any laser alert, regardless of duration, requires
immediate action!
POP Mode is a feature on some radar guns
operating on K and Ka bands. When the
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gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief
burst of energy, less that 1/15 of a second, is
transmitted and the vehicle’s speed is quickly
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acquired. A detector without POP Mode
detection capability cannot respond to this brief
transmission.
It is the responsibility of the radar detector
user to know and understand the laws in
your area regarding the legality of the use of
radar detectors.
Laser Facts
Other Speed Detection Systems
Several techniques other than radar or laser are
used to measure vehicle speeds. When these
methods are being used, no detector can provide
a warning. These techniques include:
It’s well documented that many radar guns
cannot reliably provide the speed of a targeted
vehicle that is traveling in a group of vehicles. In
contrast, a laser gun can target a specific vehicle
out of a line of traffic and determine its speed.
The advantage of laser over radar in terms of
target identification is the result of the laser
gun’s narrow beam. A radar gun’s transmission
can cover more than a four-lane highway at a
distance of 1,000 feet, compared with a laser
gun’s transmission which covers about 3 feet at
the same distance. For best protection, keep
these points in mind:
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Consumer Warranty
This Whistler Laser-Radar detector is warranted
to the original purchaser for a period of one
year from the date of original purchase against
all defects in materials and workmanship. This
limited warranty is void if the unit is abused,
modified, installed improperly, or if the housing
and/or serial numbers have been removed.
There are no express warranties covering
this product other than those set forth in this
warranty. All express or implied warranties
for this product are limited to the above time.
Whistler is not liable for damages arising from
the use, misuse, or operation of this product.
• Pacing - A patrol car drives behind you and
matches your driving speed.
• Vascar/Aircraft - The police measure the time
it takes your vehicle to travel a known distance.
Radar Detector Detectors: VG-2,
Spectre
The Interceptor VG-2 or simply VG-2, is one type of
microwave receiver used by Police to detect signals
radiated by the local oscillator of a radar detector.
Because its purpose is to identify persons driving
with radar detectors, these devices are known as a
“radar detector detector” (RDD).
• Because the vehicle’s license plate or
headlights are the laser gun’s primary targets,
mounting the Whistler detector on the
dashboard can improve laser detection at
short range.
• Do not follow closely behind any vehicle. If
you can’t see past a vehicle ahead of you,
chances are your detector won’t either.
• The receiving range of laser signals will
not be the same as radar signals. Laser
guns are most often used at short range.
Whistler Laser-Radar detectors receive all
current laser guns which operate at a laser
wavelength of 905 +/- 10nm.
Service Under Warranty
An RDD is the primary tool used by the police to
identify radar detector equipped vehicles. If caught
in a state or country where detectors are illegal (see
page 18), drivers risk losing their radar detector
and receiving a fine. In addition, instant-on radar is
almost always used in combination with an RDD,
leaving unsuspecting motorists vulnerable to receive
two tickets - one potential for speeding, and the
other for possession of a detector.
During the warranty period, defective units will
be repaired without charge to the purchaser when
returned with a dated store receipt to the address
listed in this section.
Units returned without a dated store receipt will
be handled as described in section
“Service Out Of Warranty.”
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Due to the specialized equipment necessary for
testing a Laser-Radar receiver, there are no
authorized service stations for Whistler brand
detectors other than Whistler.
Important: To validate that your unit is within
the warranty period, make sure you keep a copy
of your dated store receipt. You may register
however, for warranty verification purposes,
a copy of your dated store receipt must
Important: When returning your unit for service,
be certain to include a daytime telephone
number and an email address (if applicable).
Customer Service
When returning a unit for service, please follow
these instructions:
If you have questions concerning the operation
of your Whistler detector, or require service
during or after the warranty period, please call
Customer Service at: 1-800-531-0004
accompany any unit sent in for warranty work.
1. Ship the unit in the original carton or in a
suitable sturdy equivalent, fully insured, with
return receipt requested to:
Service Out of Warranty
Units will be repaired at “out of warranty”
service rates when:
• The unit’s original warranty has expired.
• A dated store receipt is not supplied.
• The unit has been returned without its serial
number.
• The unit has been abused, modified,
installed improperly, or had its housing
removed.
Representatives are available to answer your
questions Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m. (CT) or visit the FAQ’s at
www.whistlergroup.com.
Whistler Repair Dept.
551 N. 13th St.
Rogers, AR. 72756
Please allow 3 weeks turnaround time.
SPECIFICATIONS
Important: Whistler will not assume
responsibility for loss or damage incurred in
shipping. Therefore, please ship your unit
insured with return receipt requested. CODs
will not be accepted!
Laser Wavelength:
905 50 nanometers (nm)
Radar Frequencies:
10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X Band)
24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K Band )
33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)
The minimum out of warranty service fee for
your Whistler detector is $55.00 (U.S.). If you
require out of warranty service, please return
your unit as outlined in the section “Service
Under Warranty” along with a certified check
or money order for $55.00. Payment may also
be made by MasterCard, VISA or American
Express; personal checks are not accepted.
2. Include with your unit the following
information, clearly printed:
• Your name and street address (for
shipping via UPS), a daytime telephone
number and an email address, if applicable.
• A detailed description of the problem (e.g.,
“Unit performs self-test but does not respond
Operating Temperature Range:
-10 C to +70 C (+14 F to +158 F)
Power Requirements:
Operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal
Vehicle Battery Saver, 30mA nominal.
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to radar”).
In the event repairs cannot be covered by
the minimum $55.00 service fee, you will
be contacted by a Whistler technical service
specialist who will outline options available
to you.
• A copy of your dated store receipt or bill of
sale.
One or more U.S. patents may apply:
#5,666,120, #7,215,276
3. Be certain your unit is returned with its serial
number. For reference, please write your unit’s
serial number in the following space:
s/n______________.
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POP Mode is a trademark of MPH Industries, Inc.
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If you elect not to have your unit repaired, it
will be returned to you along with your certified
check or money order.
SWS is a trademark of Safety Warning System L.C.
Specifications are subject to
Units without serial numbers are not covered under
change without notice.
warranty.
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ACCESSORIES
The following accessories can be ordered
directly from Whistler by calling
1-800-531-0004 or visiting our online store at
www.whistlergroup.com
Order # Description
Price
$9.95
202151
206552
206880
Windshield Bracket Kit
Straight Power Cord (5)
$14.95
$9.95
Hardwire Kit (10’ )
(for wiring to fuse box)
206666
Modular* Cord Package
(includes coiled and straight
cords, and power adapter)
$17.95
159032
Package of 8 Suction Cups
Non Skid Dash Pad
$2.95
402080
$6.95
* Modular: Interconnecting pieces cord and plug.
Shipping and handling (per order) $5.00 .
Prices are subject to change without notice.
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