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Cobra XRS 9645 15 Band Radar/Laser Detector with New DigiView Data Display, Pop Mode Radar Gun Detection Mode and Digital Compass Review
 Total protection and peace of mind. |
System Ready Prompt
Notifies the user that the radar detector has correctly completed a self-test and is ready.
Spectre I Undetectable
Provides complete immunity to Spectre I radar detector-detectors.
15-Band Detection
Detects 7 radar, 6 laser and 2 safety signals. Radar signals include X Band, K Band, Ka Superwide, Ku Band, VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+. Laser signals include LTI 20-20, Ultra Lyte, ProLaser, ProLaser III, Stalker LIDAR and Speedlaser. Safety signals include Safety Alert and Strobe Alert.
Spectre Alert I/IV+
Alerts user when they are under surveillance of Spectre I/IV+ radar detector-detectors.
IntelliMute Pro
Relative speed sensing auto shutdown feature will render your detector undetectable by currently available radar detector-detectors.
VG-2 Undetectable
Provides complete immunity to VG-2 radar detector-detectors.
Ultra Performance
Ultra performance digital radar-laser detector with extra detection range for advance warning.
DigiView Data Display
Provides easily recognizable digital text display.
POP Mode Radar Gun Detection
Detects the latest POP Mode Radar Gun (Super-fast Instant-On Mode)
 UltraBright data display provides easy recognition of band detected by use of band identification icons. |
 View controls, indicators and connections. Click to enlarge. |
Ku Band Detection
Detects Ku Band Radar Gun currently being used in Europe. Be prepared for future introduction in the U.S.
LaserEye
Provides 360-degree detection of laser signals.
VG-2 Alert
Alerts the user when they are under surveillance of VG-2 radar detector-detectors.
Strobe Alert
A Cobra exclusive, works with tens of thousands of emergency vehicles currently equipped with traffic light controlling strobe emitters. Provides advance warning of the presence and/or approach of emergency vehicles.
Safety Alert
Warns drivers of the presence and/or approaching emergency vehicles, railroad crossing, and road hazard locations equipped with Cobra's exclusive Safety Alert transmitters.
Auto Mute
Automatically mutes the alert tone for enhanced driver convenience.
IntelliMute
Relative-speed-sensing Auto Mute system that virtually elminates false alerts.
IntelliShield False Signal Rejection
3-Level City Mode offers the best false signal rejection in both urban and rural areas.
Digital Signal Strength Meter
Provides the driver with relative proximity to the target using 5-level digital signal strength meter.
SmartPower
Automatically shuts off power to the unit when ignition is turned off.
City/Highway Modes
Allows the user to select operating mode, reducing the frequency of falsing in densely polulated urban areas.
Dim Mode
Allows the user to dim the radar detector display enhancing night driving visibility.
EasySet Programming Menu
User-friendly mode selection/setting with visual guidance.
Stay Set Electronic Memory
Electronically remembers radar detector settings for an indefinite period of time even with the power removed.
8-Point Electronic Compass
Automatically provides an accurate electronic direction heading.
What's in the Box
XRS 9645 Detector Unit, Coiled 12V DC Power Cord, Windshield Mounting Bracker with suction cups, Instruction manual
The Cobra XRS 9645 15 band radar/ laser detector with new DigiView data display technology, has the innovative pop mode radar gun detection capability as well as a built in digital compass, digital signal strength meter, city/ highway selector, automute, IntelliMute, Smart Power, IntelliShield tri-level city mode, dimmer, LaserEye 360 degree detection, KU Band Detection, VG-2 undetectable/ alert, Spectre1 undetectable/ alert, Safety Alert, Strobe Alert and a memory function. This product is FCC Compliant.
Whistler XTR-540 Cordless Radar Detector Review
 Competitive features and competitive pricing. Click to enlarge. |
Battery Powered
The unit can provide approximately 15 hours of laser/radar detection with three rechargeable AA Ni-MH batteries, or you can plug it into your vehicle's cigarette lighter adapter (this will recharge the batteries).
Blue LCD Text Display
The XTR-540's brilliant display provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.
Patented POP Mode Detection
There are new guns out there that operate just like the instant-on guns of the past but with a very tough new twist--POP mode! This new gun is a normal K and Ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years until it's in POP mode. When the gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief burst of energy, less than 1/15 of a second, is transmitted and the vehicle's speed is quickly acquired. A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission, but the XTR-540 can.
Low Profile Alert Periscopes
Whistler's Low Profile Alert Periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert. The two extra LEDs flash on and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert.
3 City Modes/Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio and visual warning of laser/radar systems while maintaining full sensitivity. Highway mode is the default setting of all Whistler's laser/radar detectors. City mode helps reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers and burglar alarm alerts by providing an initial alert (same distance as Highway Mode) then remaining quiet unless the signal strength becomes very strong. When the signal increases the unit will alert briefly to notify you of the change in signal strength.
 Brilliant blue LCD text display. |
 View features diagram. Click to enlarge. |
Stay Alert
The Stay Alert feature is designed to test a driver's alertness. Within 30 to 60 seconds after the feature is engaged an alert is sounded; to show alertness, the driver must press the volume, city or the mute button within 3-5 seconds. If a button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated. If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds the unit alarms at full volume and the display shows an unique visual alert.
Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
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.
Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is: Laser, VG-2, Speed Radar, Safety Radar.
Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X band alert.
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed before the 6 hours have expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off.
Safety Warning System--SWS
This relatively new radar is not for speed detection at all, it is used to keep you informed of highway safety. Transmitters are installed and programmed (for example: in emergency vehicles) to make you aware of possible situations that may require your attention, such as: ambulance vehicles that are moving or stationary, road hazards ahead, road construction delays or detours, etc.
VG-2 Detection Mode
The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector," is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. The XTR-540 alerts you its presence, and thanks to Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology provides undetectability.
What's in the Box
Whistler XTR-540 Laser/Radar Detector, Windshield Mount, Power Cord, Three AA Ni-MH Batteries, User's Manual
The xtr-540:battery operatedinternal battery charger72 point digital compassblue backlit text displaypatented pop mode detectionexclusive low profile periscopesbattery voltage gaugetotal band protection - selectable360° maxx coverage 3 city modes/highway modetwo (2) filter modes provides extra filteringhigh gain lenstone alertsstay alert7 dim/dark modesquiet/auto quiet modesalert prioritysetting saverselectable auto shut offsafety warning system - swspatented vg-2 cloaking technologyincluded accessories: - power cord - windshield mount - (3)aa ni-mh batteries
Escort Passport 8500 X50 Radar and Laser Detector (Red Display) Review
Design
Mounting the 8500 in our test vehicle was easy and straightforward. A small suction cup bracket slides into the unit's release mechanism and easily attaches to the windshield with light pressure. The unit is housed in a sturdy plastic case that's low profile and compact--although it is larger and heavier than Escort's wireless offering, the Solo S2. The rear of the unit is dominated by a receiver window and there's a rear-facing laser detector window designed to detect laser signals emanating from behind the vehicle.
 Digital Signal Processing (DSP) provides maximum range, with minimum false alarms. |
Features
The 8500 can detect all of the radar bands currently in use in North America for speed detection, including the X, K and Ka bands. The unit also features detection diodes for laser detection, but for the most powerful protection from laser detection, Escort offers the ZR3 laser jamming system, which is plug-and-play compatible with the 8500.
The feature that separates the 8500 from other Escort radar detectors, as well as the entire previous generation of radar detector technologies, is its Pop radar detection capabilities. Pop radar guns, while still relatively rare in police departments, are used to identify speeding vehicles in traffic. They provide little warning as the radar signal idles at a low frequency until it transmits an extremely short, high-frequency burst to "Pop" a target. The 8500 is equipped with a highly sensitive receiving system and a digital signal processor designed to pick up Pop signals from a safe distance. Pop detection is not enabled by default in the 8500, however; users must turn it on in the settings menu. Escort probably chose to disable Pop detection by default because its increased sensitivity also increases false alerts. However, first-time radar detector users might be in for a surprise if they neglect to turn it on.
 The Passport 8500 X50 provides 3 types of warning displays to choose from. |
False alarms are one of the major annoyances of radar detector use. In our tests, the 8500 was surprisingly adept at minimizing false alarms from home garage door systems, as well as home and commercial security systems that commonly operate on X-band radar. The unit's city sensitivity setting decreases sensitivity to X-band sources, while the highway setting does not. We found the unit's powerful "AutoSensitivity" mode the most accurate, however, as it dynamically filtered all types of radar signals and identified which sources were a legitimate threat. We got a few false alarms, but for the most part, annoying chirps from bogus X-band sources were uncommon.
The 8500 has nine built-in customizable settings. In the settings mode, the LCD acts as a menu system that lets users control display brightness, automatic mute, audio tones, and power-on modes. There are also settings for disabling detection of selected bands. We liked the expert mode settings, which allow a user to get a constant picture of the intensity of all the radar bands in the area. The SpecDisplay, which is a feature exclusive to the 8500, displays the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal being received.
For those living in states that prohibit use of a radar detector, the 8500 does include VG-2 radar detector detector protection, which is designed to both alert the driver and shut down the unit's oscillator.
On the Road
We used the 8500 on a 20-mile stretch of busy interstate and were impressed with the low number of false alarms we received. Again, this remarkable level of accuracy is due to the unit's AutoSensitivity feature. While we encountered no police radar, other controlled tests of the 8500's performance have put the reliable range of detection at 2 miles for all bands. Meanwhile, Pop mode tests place the reliable detection range between 500 and 1000 feet.
Pros
Beltronics Vector V940 Radar Detector Review
 The perfect radar accessory for the economical driver. Click to enlarge. |
 Includes coiled power cable. |
 Easily install with quick-release windshield mount. |
Superior Detection
The Vector 940 includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, laser detection, patented Mute and AutoMute features, audible and visual band alerts, and all the performance you'd expect from Beltronics.
Digital signal processing (DSP) technology and multiple laser sensors give you long-range performance, and greatly reduce the number of false alarms. On top of that, the Vector 940 is invisible to VG-2 radar detector detectors, keeping you one step ahead. It also features Highway/City sensitivity settings to tailor performance to your needs.
Easy to Use
The rugged Vector 940 gives you control right at your fingertips. Patented Mute and AutoMute technology allows you to quickly silence alerts. Advanced programming lets you customize several features, and all controls are easily accessible on top of the device.
Installation is also a snap: use the quick release Windshield QuickMount to attach it to your vehicle's windshield, and remove it in a snap. Don't want to leave it in your vehicle? No problem, because Beltronics includes a travel case to keep it secure while you're on foot.
Ultra-Bright LED Display
Don't miss a visual alert with the 940's 280-LED alphanumeric display. Exclusive threat display tracks and displays multiple radar signals, including signal strength. You can also view Safety Warning System (SWS) messages about upcoming hazards, construction, and more.
Enjoy three different brightness settings, or operate in dark mode if you'd prefer only audio alerts.
Total Tracking Laser
Unlike Radar signals, which are highly reflective, laser signals have very poor reflective characteristics. Many of today's laser detectors do not have the high sensitivity necessary to detect laser within a large "field of view." The Vector 940 incorporates Beltronics' best laser detection, which uses twin laser ports to detect energy far outside the main laser beam--including off-axis signals--providing a 360-degree field of view. The alerts provided by your unit are the same whether signals are received from the front or rear.
How Safety Radar Works
Safety Warning System (SWS) a modified K-band radar signal to alert users of Highway Construction or Maintenance, Highway Hazard Zone Advisories, Weather Related Hazards, Travel Information/Convenience, and Fast/Slow Moving Vehicles. The SWS has 64 possible messages (60 currently allocated), all of which can be displayed on your Vector 940.
What's in the Box
Beltronics V940 Vector Radar/laser Detector, coiled power cord, quick release windshield mount, owner's manual
The Beltronics V940 is the most advanced radar, laser and safety detector ever designed by Beltronics. It includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, front and rear laser detection varactor-tuned (VTO) microwave receiver, digital signal processing (DSP) for superior range and reduced false alarms, our patented Mute and AutoMute, audible and visual band alerts, and all the performance you'd expect from Beltronics.
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Whistler XTR-430 Radar/Laser Detector with Red Text Display Review
 Discrete, full-featured detection without a massive price tag. Click to enlarge. |
 4.41 x 2.84 x 1.35 inches and just 5.6 ounces. |
 This unit features Whistler's low-profile "alert periscope" LEDs that flash when the unit alarms. |
Red Text Display
The XTR-430's brilliant red text display provides distinct visual confirmation of signals detected, signal strength, and indicates engaged modes of operation.
POP Mode Alerts
There are new guns out there that operate just like the instant-on guns of the past but with a very tough new twist--POP mode. This new gun is a normal K and Ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years until it's in POP mode. When the gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief burst of energy, less than 1/15 of a second, is transmitted and the vehicle's speed is quickly acquired. A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission. This one can.
Twin Alert Periscopes
Whistler's Low Profile Alert Periscopes provide an added attention getting visual alert. The two extra LEDs flash on and off when the unit alarms to provide a unique visual alert.
Selectable Total Band Protection
This unit provides complete band coverage of all Laser, Radar (X, K, and Ka bands), VG-2, and Safety Radar bands. You can select which bands to leave on or off based on your detection needs.
360 Degree Protection
Units with 360 protection detect signals from all radar, laser, VG-2 and safety radar systems wherever they come from; front, rear or from the side.
3 City Modes/Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio and visual warning of laser/radar systems while maintaining full sensitivity, and is the default setting of Whistler laser/radar detectors. City mode helps reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers and burglar alarm alerts by providing an initial alert (same distance as Highway Mode) then remaining quiet unless the signal strength becomes very strong. When the signal increases the unit will alert briefly to notify you of the change in signal strength.
Tone Alerts
Provides distinct audio warnings for X, K, Ka band radar, safety radar, laser and VG-2.
High Gain Lens
A high gain optical lens provides increased sensitivity and field of view for leading-edge laser detection.
Stay Alert
Whistler's exclusive Stay Alert feature tests your alertness on long trips.
Dim/Dark Mode
Dim/Dark Mode reduces the illumination of the display. reduced. Dim or dark can be engaged during an alert. In Dark Mode, the display goes dark for as long as a signal is being detected and for 20 seconds after, then the display returns to the dimmer setting.
Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
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.
Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is: Laser, VG-2, Speed Radar, Safety Radar.
Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X band alert.
Setting Saver
Setting Saver saves your personalized settings so that when the detector is turned off and then on again, you do not have to re-enter them.
Safety Warning System--SWS
This relatively new radar is not for speed detection at all, it is used to keep you informed of highway safety. Transmitters are installed and programmed (for example: in emergency vehicles) to make you aware of possible situations that may require your attention, such as: ambulance vehicles that are moving or stationary, road hazards ahead, road construction delays or detours, etc.
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed before the 6 hours have expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off.
VG-2 Cloaking
The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector," is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. Thanks to Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology, your detector will remain invisible to VG-2 detection.
What's in the Box
Whistler XTR-430 Radar/Laser Detector, Windshield Mount, Power Cord, User's Manual
Whistler's XTR-430 laser/radar detector boasts total band protection from radar signals, 360-degree laser detection, Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology, and plenty more. The red text display is easy to see, and Whistler's exclusive Twin Alert Periscope, and operate discretely with their patented VG-2 cloaking technology.
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 GPS-enabled protection and peace of mind. |
AURA Camera & Driving Database
GPS-based technology warns the driver of fixed speed and red light cameras, speed traps and dangerous intersections across North America. The AURA database is updated daily and provides the industry's most complete and accurate coverage and reliability.
IntelliScope
This Patent-Pending Techonology provides information about the direction of Location Based Alerts relative to your moving vehicle using Global Positioning System.
Programmable Up to 1,000 Location Alerts
Add up to 1,000 location-based alerts of your choice.
Programmable Speed Alert
Provides alert when exceeding driver-preset speed limit.
Digital Speedometer
Provides accurate, current vehicle speed using Global Positioning System.
Latitude/Longitude Information
Provides accurate latitude/longitude information using Global Positioning System.
8-Point GPS Compass
Provides accurate, 8-point directional reading using Global Positioning System.
 Ultra-bright DigiView text display. |
 GPS unit attaches directly to USB port. |
System Ready Prompt
Notifies the user that the radar detector has correctly completed a self-test and is ready.
Spectre I Undetectable
Provides complete immunity to Spectre I radar detector-detectors.
14-Band Detection
Detects 7 radar, 6 laser and 1 safety signal. Radar signals include X Band, K Band, Ka Superwide, Ku Band, VG-2, Spectre I and Spectre IV+. Laser signals include LTI 20-20, Ultra Lyte, ProLaser, ProLaser III, Stalker LIDAR and Speedlaser. Safety signal is Safety Alert Traffic Warning System.
Spectre Alert I/IV+
Alerts user when they are under surveillance of Spectre I/IV+ radar detector-detectors.
IntelliMute Pro
Relative speed sensing auto shutdown feature will render your detector undetectable by currently available radar detector-detectors.
VG-2 Undetectable
Provides complete immunity to VG-2 radar detector-detectors.
High Performance
High performance radar/laser detector with reliable, proven performance.
DigiView Data Display
Provides easily recognizable digital text display.
POP Mode Radar Gun Detection
Detects the latest POP Mode Radar Gun (Super-fast Instant-On Mode)
Ku Band Detection
Detects Ku Band Radar Gun currently being used in Europe. Be prepared for future introduction in the U.S.
LaserEye
Provides 360-degree detection of laser signals.
Voice Alert
Warns driver with specific voice annunciation of the signal being detected.
VG-2 Alert
Alerts the user when they are under surveillance of VG-2 radar detector-detectors.
Safety Alert
Warns drivers of the presence and/or approaching emergency vehicles, railroad crossing, and road hazard locations equipped with Cobra's exclusive Safety Alert transmitters.
Auto Mute
Automatically mutes the alert tone for enhanced driver convenience.
IntelliMute
Relative-speed-sensing Auto Mute system that virtually elminates false alerts.
Digital Signal Strength Meter
Provides the driver with relative proximity to the target using 5-level digital signal strength meter.
City/Highway Modes
Allows the user to select operating mode, reducing the frequency of falsing in densely polulated urban areas.
Dim Mode
Allows the user to dim the radar detector display enhancing night driving visibility.
Stay Set Electronic Memory
Electronically remembers radar detector settings for an indefinite period of time even with the power removed.
