http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/ Radar detectors forum discussing the latest in speed countermeasure equipment from Escort Passport, Cinncinatti Microwave, Bel, Valentine 1, Cobra and Blinder. Also tips on how to beat traffic tickets. en Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:34:51 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/images/colortheory/misc/rss.jpg http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/ http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/neonsector/20-i-have-dream.html Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:36:10 GMT I have a dream, that one day all radar detectors will be equal.. with GPS, Arrows, Bogey count, Front and back antennas. I have a dream... I have a dream, that one day all radar detectors will be equal.. with GPS, Arrows, Bogey count, Front and back antennas.


I have a dream... ]]> NeonSector http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/neonsector/20-i-have-dream.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/promoters/19-high-power.html Sun, 16 Nov 2008 09:49:14 GMT CCJ1500 - High Power Phantom Technologies has launched the new generation of portable jammers. Our new CCJ1500 is now availiable. While... CCJ1500 - High Power


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jammer is phantom ]]> promoters http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/promoters/19-high-power.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/wk446/18-testing-personal-edification.html Thu, 23 Oct 2008 03:29:02 GMT I've always enjoyed conducting research on anything I have been remotely interested in. Before the widespread use of the Internet, research was largely conducted in libaries, using (gasp) card catalogs, encyclopedias, newspapers, magazines, and microfiche. Time consuming, yes, but ultimately fulfilling, even if the duration was short lasting.

Now, research can be conducted largely by typing in a few keystrokes, and using the power of the Internet to search, catalog, and present information in the form of text, graphic, or video.

Advances in technology have brought the costs of previously esoteric items down to a price that mortals can afford - digital cameras, digital camcorders, computers/laptops, cellphones, and the list goes on and on.

This brings me to the subject of testing Radar Detectors and other related counter-measures. Why test them? In my case, it's for personal edification. I am interested in the workings - the how and why, but also, in the what. There is curiosity; proving to myself that something works, and not blindly following the say so of someone else. Your results may confirm those conducted by someone else or refute them entirely.

There is also an aspect of self-satisfaction, seeing something work well is very rewarding internally. Understanding why this is so, is even better. Changing some parameter such as mounting angle can have a profound effect on the way in which something works.

And that's what this hobby is all about. ]]> WK446 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/wk446/18-testing-personal-edification.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/aztanglefoot/17-sws-band.html Fri, 03 Oct 2008 22:55:41 GMT Hi, When do you think the SWS Band will be useful? aztanglefoot Hi,

When do you think the SWS Band will be useful?

aztanglefoot ]]> aztanglefoot http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/aztanglefoot/17-sws-band.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/wk446/16-coffee-ris-radar-idiot-savant.html Mon, 29 Sep 2008 06:24:16 GMT I love a good cup of coffee. Going hand in hand with a good cup of coffee is the fine art of people watching. I find it particularly interesting to... I love a good cup of coffee. Going hand in hand with a good cup of coffee is the fine art of people watching. I find it particularly interesting to observe the actions and behaviors of people whilst enjoying a fine cup of Joe.

In the area of radar countermeasures, I would lovingly classify myself as having RSS or "Radar Savant Syndrome." Better yet, I suppose I am a RIS (Radar Idiot Savant). What is a RIS?

a) Well, they tend to be individuals who have an above average knowledge of radar and laser speed monitoring devices as used by LEOs (Law Enforcement Officers), perhaps even owning some of these devices for personal testing or their own edification.

b) They tend to enjoy traveling from point A to point B via car, motorcycle, RV, or commerical vehicle at generally higher than the PSL (posted speed limit).

c) They tend to own a RD (radar detector) or series of different radar detectors and/or laser countermeasures to assist them along their journey(s) from point A to point B. They might also own CB radios or shortwave radios to monitor the airwaves.

d) They tend to revel in detection distance, i.e., the amount of warning in either time or distance they were able to detect LEOs using speed monitoring devices.

e) They generally like to share their knowledge and experiences with other RIS's.

f) They enjoy and generally respect experimentation that benefits other RIS's.

Now as rare is this affliction is, I am glad to have found a place on the internet where others with RSS can socialize, converse, observe the behaviors of others similarly afflicted. This coffee house as it were, is RD.net ;) ]]> WK446 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/wk446/16-coffee-ris-radar-idiot-savant.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/audis4blue/15-got-wrong-guy.html Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:44:03 GMT I was driving on dark wet roads in a mountain community (lots of elk) and was going at or below the speed limit due to the dangers of the elk in the... I was driving on dark wet roads in a mountain community (lots of elk) and was going at or below the speed limit due to the dangers of the elk in the roads. A cop was facing the opposite direction and was 3 lanes over. I saw him and did not react in any way becasue I was not speeding. He did a U-turn and about 3/4 of a mile (2 lights and lots of other traffic) later pulled me over for going 16 miles over the speed limit. I told him there was no way that I was speeding but he would not listen. At the time I approached where he had been originally sitting an SUV passed me on my right going well over the speed limit. My husband was in the passenger seat and he said to be careful because he thought the SUV was going to cut me off. I can only think that he clocked either the SUV or someone else that was speeding. He clearly ticketed the wrong person, but how do I prove that? The cop insisted that he could not have made a mistake because he was using LIDAR. Can anybody provide me with what could cause an error using LIDAR?:mad::confused: ]]> audis4blue http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/audis4blue/15-got-wrong-guy.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/doctorpee/14-veil-does-reduce-radar-threats-well.html Sun, 10 Aug 2008 17:50:46 GMT Veil is referred to as reducing threats of laser and radar, but all the tests I have seen are of laser only. Does it indeed reduce radar reflection?... Veil is referred to as reducing threats of laser and radar, but all the tests I have seen are of laser only. Does it indeed reduce radar reflection?
I have a new 911 and would like all the help I can get to avoid Smokey! ]]> Doctorpee http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/doctorpee/14-veil-does-reduce-radar-threats-well.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cyberblob/13-my-blog.html Wed, 30 Jul 2008 16:14:54 GMT Blog blog blog blog blog to the blog Blog blog blog blog blog to the blog ]]> cyberblob http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cyberblob/13-my-blog.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/bsven6788/12-thinking-about-getting-escort-8500-x50.html Mon, 21 Jul 2008 20:10:07 GMT Hello everyone. I currently have a beltronics 955 and it works pretty good. I am a speedy driver and I am thinking about getting the 8500 x50. Any... Hello everyone. I currently have a beltronics 955 and it works pretty good. I am a speedy driver and I am thinking about getting the 8500 x50. Any advise or insight? Let me know. ]]> Bsven6788 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/bsven6788/12-thinking-about-getting-escort-8500-x50.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/atc123/11-atlanta-laser-gun.html Fri, 04 Jul 2008 20:47:20 GMT hi every one guest what i'm here for
:D
Does anybody has the owner manual for the atlanta laser gun ]]> atc123 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/atc123/11-atlanta-laser-gun.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cjr238/8-9500i-review.html Thu, 19 Jun 2008 02:17:37 GMT When I first got my 9500I I was almost brainwashed to get a V1, but now that I have had my 9500I for many months now I dont see any reason. The 9500I... When I first got my 9500I I was almost brainwashed to get a V1, but now that I have had my 9500I for many months now I dont see any reason. The 9500I is truly an awesome RD and the sensitivity/distance is excellent.

The only real negative is the learning curve even for experienced RD users, they are not use to a RD actively monitoring threats and how quiet the 9500I is to falses.

I feel it's by far the best Radar detector ever made. The features are truly awesome and it has saved me many times.
It's as if the 9500I knows the difference between a real threat and a false alert.

My detailed review of the 9500I

First of all the 9500i is a great detector all around, plus it is quiet, some people love to hear the detector go off all the time to think its working, I would rather it go off knowing there is a real threat.

Escort has been tweaking the 9500i's firmware over the past several months since it is their flagship model. The 9500i now has similar performance of the V1.

The nicest thing which I enjoy about the 9500i, aside from its superb Ka sensitivity considering the fact that Ka band radar guns emit a much narrower radar beam and that most Ka band radar guns are very low power radar guns which makes them very hard to detect, is its amazing quietness when driving through towns or through cities and suburbs. Thus, virtually every alert is real unless I am passing by an obviously false radar source. This is a key point. Knowing that over 9 times out of 10 a 9500i alert is real means that you will pay attention to the alert and slow down if necessary.

I have had several 2mi alerts on KA but in my area the very windy roads cut the alert distance down to 1/2mi at times.

The 9500i is really is a totally different breed of radar detector.

Variable-Speed & Sensitivity Control. Highway, Auto and City. Highway mode provides maximum sensitivity on all bands (I suggest using Highway, it's still very quiet). City mode reduces X-band sensitivity dramatically. In "Auto" mode, the 9500i provides automatic radar performance based on your vehicle speed. Under 15mph "Auto" is in city mode and as your vehicle speed increases from the 15mph, the radar sensitivity (X and K-band) is set to maximum range.

USB data port we will be able to update and adjust things like the speed sensitivity and Mark Location with this.

GPS-Powered Truelock Filter. You can lock out those annoying falses you go by everyday. The GPS filter can be turned on and off. Keep in mind when the GPS filter is off GPS is still being monitored for speed alert/display out.
See TrueLock explanation: http://www.radardetector.net/forums/escort/26868-explanation-9500i-truelock-info-tricks.html

Mark Location Feature is for speed traps & cameras. Good for those traps set up on your not so frequently driven rides where LEO's use I/O. 2500ft & 5000ft marking circumference depending on speed.

Speed Alert shows your current speed by using GPS. Actually shows your current speed when the 9500I picks up radar or you can choose to leave it on all the time.

Voice Alerts. No need to take your eyes off the road, it tells you what band it's detecting and what you are setting it too without taking your eyes off the road. The voice Alert does a very good job communicating threats and problems that may occur.

Auto Volume Control. Cool feature that adjusts volume according to noise in you car.

User-Selectable Preferences, Spec mode, expert mode and standard. You can see multiple threats or the actual frequency you're being hit by. I prefer Expert Mode with its ability to show multiple threats. Spec mode is nice if you know your local LEO's frequencies. And Standard is good for beginners or old school diehards.

5 Levels of Brightness Control & auto bright. Very cool no need to worry about not seeing the display during the day and no worry that the cop behind you sees the blaring red/blue display at night.

Completely immune to the VG-2 "detector-detector"

Mute, Auto Mute & Smart Mute. Another Cool feature for those trips in your car that you don't want to annoy your passengers. Auto Mute will dramatically reduce the volume of the current alert after 4-5 beeps.

Built-in Earphone Jack. You can also use this for out side amplification.

Safety Warning System. This is a truly awesome feature if it was available everywhere. ]]> CJR238 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cjr238/8-9500i-review.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cactusman/7-my-avitar.html Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:55:36 GMT I can see my avitar but when I look at old posts, It isnt there. How do I get it to show when I lost a message? I can see my avitar but when I look at old posts, It isnt there. How do I get it to show when I lost a message? ]]> CactusMan http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/cactusman/7-my-avitar.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/thestaton/6-escort-9500i-buyers-guide.html Mon, 02 Jun 2008 14:21:43 GMT Looks: Display is the best of any detector on the market, demands respect. Sensitivity: Easily one of the most sensitive radar detectors on... Looks: Display is the best of any detector on the market, demands respect.

Sensitivity: Easily one of the most sensitive radar detectors on the market, lacks laser reception.

Quality: Very sturdy unit, but plastic casing is prone to scratching.

Support: Escort has really improved customer service, easily one of the best in the business.

Features: Auto mute, Spec Display, Expert Display - rivals Valentine Ones bogey counter, GPS Lock Out Feature, Heads up Display. Hands down the most useful feature rich dash mounted radar detector money can buy.

Falsing: GPS Lock Out Feature, Auto Mode, City Mode, Auto Mute. Truly revolutionary that a detector that is incredibly sensitive can be so quiet.

Value: Premium price, would like to see it packaged with the great accessories supplied with the STi.

Ease of Use: Easy to program, can easily be programmed on the fly.

Ramp up: Visual ramp up is great in STD display but lacking in Expert, Escort listened to the consumers and updated the audible alert. It's still no X50, but it's a step in the right direction.

Tone Alerts: Easy to listen to, Loud, and Voice Prompts.

Overall, the Escort 9500i is definitely worth the premium price. ]]> thestaton http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/thestaton/6-escort-9500i-buyers-guide.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/thestaton/4-beltronics-sti-buyers-guide.html Mon, 02 Jun 2008 13:25:34 GMT Looks: Magnesium Casing, Display is Bright - Full Auto Dark, Easy to read & understand in all conditions, 3 Easy Buttons.

Sensitivity: Dominates all radar bands, but laser is questionable.

Quality: Built like a tank, love the magnesium case.

Support: Fixed 33.8 Bug, and customer service has really improved.

Features: Auto mute, Spec Display, Autodim, City No X

Falsing: Auto mode is a incredible around town. City No X is a feature every detector should have.

Value: Premium price, but comes with remote mount speaker, hardwire kit, & one of a kind carrying case.

Ease of Use: Easiest detector to program. Can safely be programmed while driving down the interstate.

Ramp up: Visual ramp up is great, audible ramp up leaves a bit to be desired.

Tone Alerts: Loud & VERY VERY Distinctive. I don't care for the X & K band tone, but the Ka tone is incredible.

Spectre Immunity: Only dash mounted radar detector that is completely immune to spectre.

:thumb2::thumb2::thumb2::thumb2::thumb2: ]]> thestaton http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/thestaton/4-beltronics-sti-buyers-guide.html http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/hockey005/3-end-month-police-activity-nj.html Mon, 02 Jun 2008 05:13:21 GMT I know that leos go crazy to fill their quotas by the end of the month but wow..it seems like may in NJ with NJSP was just insane..the last week in... I know that leos go crazy to fill their quotas by the end of the month but wow..it seems like may in NJ with NJSP was just insane..the last week in may id see 4-5 people pulled over and a couple more leos hiding a day ]]> hockey005 http://www.radardetector.net/forums/blogs/hockey005/3-end-month-police-activity-nj.html