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Instant on is all thats been used around here for a long time.
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(One time the officer did not even clock me with radar, laser, or even paced me, just saw me change lanes from way back and I watched the car come barrelling up with lights on to pull me over.
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FWIW, I used a cheaper BEL model for many years before upgrading to the RX-65, and it wasn't bad.
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(One time the officer did not even clock me with radar, laser, or even paced me, just saw me change lanes from way back and I watched the car come barrelling up with lights on to pull me over.
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The antenna in that detector is the same as the one in their remote unit, and it doesn't "leak" any signal, so if the cops are running VG-2 (or whatever version they have), it doesn't matter, because it doesn't leak any signal.
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Then the old ambush tactics the mobile solobikers with laser guns use its a bust anyway.
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(One time the officer did not even clock me with radar, laser, or even paced me, just saw me change lanes from way back and I watched the car come barrelling up with lights on to pull me over.
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The antenna in that detector is the same as the one in their remote unit, and it doesn't "leak" any signal, so if the cops are running VG-2 (or whatever version they have), it doesn't matter, because it doesn't leak any signal.
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It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
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I've tried both Escort and V1 on the same roads, same speed traps, and have seen no difference in their ability to detect radar and/or reject false signals.
I've used a V1 now every since I've owned my 02 Boxster (since Jan. 02) and it has paid for itself many times over.
Makes one more aware of the road which is a good thing. And provides situational awareness for those few times -- 2 -- I've been pulled over and given a ticket with the V1 in the car. (One time the officer did not even clock me with radar, laser, or even paced me, just saw me change lanes from way back and I watched the car come barrelling up with lights on to pull me over. Contested the ticket. He never showed up for the court date.)
Chances are even with my V1 in the car I'm not nearly the fastest driver on the road. Since I drive in areas where Porsches are not common I know police will be eyeballing my car and I want plenty of warning before I get within range of the radar gun.
Anyhow. V1. I like the arrows.
Sincerely,
Macster.
I have a Escort Solo 2. It takes 2 AA batteries that last quite a long time. I like it because of no electric cords to the lighter and you can take it from car to car. Never got a ticket with it......its when I don't have it is when I get into trouble.
Might depend a little on where you live . . . I live a little outside of town, so am not annoyed by the level of false alarms of the V1. The arrows are really addicting. Nice to know if the patrol is in front or behind. Sensitivity is great. Also, the V1 is just a natural for hard wiring in the P-car.
The 9500 is pretty nice. Perhaps the most annoying thing about the Escort 9500 is simply that the power supply comes in from the left. So if you hard wire you look at the cord all the time. Kind of an odd choice on the part of Escort.
Instant on is all thats been used around here for a long time. After traffic police went laser its just no warning at all. Only thing that gets you out of a ticket is being a policeman. I've heard some of those jammer things work but I'm not sure how receptive a guy pulling the car over would be to being jammed. Then the old ambush tactics the mobile solobikers with laser guns use its a bust anyway.
Both v1 and the 9500 are great detectors. If you have to have the arrows get a v1. If you don't care where th cop is but ust wanna know that you need to hit the brakes then a 9500 is fine. I've used both and prefer the 9500. If you drive a lot in highly populated areas the gps lockout feature on the 9500 is a lifesaver to keep you from going nuts. Another awesome feature of the 9500 is that it doesn't go off if you're going under 10mph. So no annoying alerts in parking lots. And if you're not hard wiring it, the power cord on escorts are cool in that they have a mute button and an led alert. I believe the escort has slightly longer range too. Now if cops in your area use laser then you'll need laser countermeasures too. Both blinder and laser interceptor make good products. Laser interceptor always appears to outperform blinder but at a substantially higher price.
V1 +++
A few months after I got the C4S, I went for the V1 and I love it. I gave the wife my old 8500 (obviously not as good as the 9500), which just got a tune up.
Only thing I don't like about the V1 is that it doesn't have the auto mute like the Escort. On the V1 you have to actually push the button to lower the volume.
Sometimes Valentine has refurbed units available for a small discount--maybe $349?--but you have to ask. In any case, the nice thing about a V1 is that it doesn't really depreciate. If it's got the current firmware, you can sell it on eBay for what you paid.
To my knowledge, Escort is the only product line that has the GPS feature to avoid false signals. I've tried both Escort and V1 on the same roads, same speed traps, and have seen no difference in their ability to detect radar and/or reject false signals. The V1 gives you the arrows which helps you know where the signal is coming from. The Escort 9500 line allows you to tag false signals so they don't keep coming up. I favor the Escort because of this, and also because their customer service after purchase is first class. However the V1 is a fine product also.
When I was at SEMA last year, I stopped by the Escort/BELtronics booth and I talked with one of their engineers (not salesguys), and I explained that I live in Virginia and I would need one that is completely undetectable. He said the only radar detector on the market now that absolutely cannot be picked up is the Escort Redline. The antenna in that detector is the same as the one in their remote unit, and it doesn't "leak" any signal, so if the cops are running VG-2 (or whatever version they have), it doesn't matter, because it doesn't leak any signal. In their tests they stood 3 feet infront of the detector and were unable to pick up any signal.
So, if I decide to get one, that would be my only choice.
- Anthony
I looked very carefully at the V1 and I ended up going with the Bel RX-65 Driver. It's about the same price as the V1. I've been extremely pleased with it, and I would buy another one.
On this note not meaning to thread hijack either,
I just got a Belltronics E220 very very cheap, It was so cheap it thought what the hell. does anyone know what its like?
I live in UK as this is the euro model.
I'm not sure about the E220, but I know that BEL uses two different distribution strategies for their products. They sell many low priced radar detectors at "big box" stores like WalMart or BestBuy. Personally, I would avoid those. They also offer their professional series which can be purchased directly through BEL. If you decide to go with BEL, those are the ones to get.
FWIW, I used a cheaper BEL model for many years before upgrading to the RX-65, and it wasn't bad.
VA LEO use the Spectre RDD
http://www.spectre-rdd.com/spectre.asp
http://www.radarbusters.com/spectretestsarticle.cfm
A repeal of the Radar detector ban failed back in February
John
[QUOTE=GothingNC;7586653]VA LEO use the Spectre RDD
http://www.spectre-rdd.com/spectre.asp
http://www.radarbusters.com/spectretestsarticle.cfm
From a radar detector site
An officer using a RDD typically parks next to a busy freeway and aims the device at a 45 degree angle across the traffic stream. The RDD acts just like a radar detector when it hears an approaching radar detector, increasing its audio alert rate and progressively lighting more LED's in its visual display. By observing the traffic and watching how the RDD responds, the officer can make an educated guess as to which vehicle is using a radar detector. Some detectors are "noisier" than others and can be detected by the RDD from as far away as 4,000 feet.
In Virginia, the largest user of the RDD's, officers are not empowered to search a vehicle unless visible signs are present to support the RDD's guess that a radar detector is in the targeted vehicle. Important: A missing cigarette lighter plug, dangling power cord, Velcro on the dash, a mounting bracket on the windshield or visor will tip the officer as to the possible presence of a detector and allow him to search for it. If found, the detector isn't confiscated; the officer notes its serial number, checks to see if it's operational, then hands it back to the driver - along with a citation for having used it.
NOTE: This information was correct when written. It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
From a radar detector site
An officer using a RDD typically parks next to a busy freeway and aims the device at a 45 degree angle across the traffic stream. The RDD acts just like a radar detector when it hears an approaching radar detector, increasing its audio alert rate and progressively lighting more LED's in its visual display. By observing the traffic and watching how the RDD responds, the officer can make an educated guess as to which vehicle is using a radar detector. Some detectors are "noisier" than others and can be detected by the RDD from as far away as 4,000 feet.
In Virginia, the largest user of the RDD's, officers are not empowered to search a vehicle unless visible signs are present to support the RDD's guess that a radar detector is in the targeted vehicle. Important: A missing cigarette lighter plug, dangling power cord, Velcro on the dash, a mounting bracket on the windshield or visor will tip the officer as to the possible presence of a detector and allow him to search for it. If found, the detector isn't confiscated; the officer notes its serial number, checks to see if it's operational, then hands it back to the driver - along with a citation for having used it.
NOTE: This information was correct when written. It is the responsibility of the individual radar detector owner to know and understand the laws in your area regarding the legality of the use of radar detectors.
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