That's a nice pic of an X band Python radar gun. Thanks
I think my Fuzzbuster box boasted a range of 3 miles . . . so, 13 is the new 3 ? - -
I hadn't thought of that contrast. - - - - It's gotta be fun to drive, and in persuit I can imagine cracking a smile.
Silence isn't so Golden, eh? - -
I can't change the default (Power up) settings. I'd prefer the flash to be set Off. It's only recently become an issue(again) with the shorter days and gloomy weather. The camera logic seems a bit flawed in that the focus was near infinity, which is way beyond the effective range of the flash. So why would it be useful ? The only impact is a negative change in exposure and "HEY!!! camera in use"
It's possible I encountered her this spring, taking this pic, from the emergency lane, also I-5 about 50 miles north.
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I travel this stretch a lot, and I don't want to have an adversarial relationship with the constabulary. In hindsight, I wish I'd asked her to stand by it, and let me do a portrait shot
My theory includes published reports in the 90s, during the adoption and growth of Ka.
Stalker, Stalker II, Wideband, then Superwideband. In an effort to keep costs down, 2nd tier manufacturers decided it was acceptable to cut corners in X-band capability. X was obsolete, so why did it matter? Add to that the proliferation of non-speed X devices, making these alerts less and less likely to be from a COP, and you can see how a modern X-band unit, used by a skilled operator, now represents a strategic advantage. An advantage demonstrated by all the rumours of the demise of X.
The quick response, linear ramp-up and complete display of the V-1 makes properly interpreting I/O [PULSE] transmissions fairly straightforward. Non-speed signals have a gentle ramp-up. Encountering one of these beasts yields abrupt ramping, up AND down, discernable even while receiving other alerts. (We don't need no steenkin frequency)
It is rather bizarre alright. There's a history of splashy, eye-catching paint-jobs on COP cars. A certain visibility is part of the gig (how visible can a black car actually be ?) Add to it a hi-performance engine and suspension, cool toys, and a couple guns (all public information) and I gotta wanna check it out
I live out in the country and I don't ever see one of these in a 'non threatening' situation, so this was an unique opportunity. As long as she was facing the other way, anyways. - - -
Last edited by OldGoat; 10-21-2009 at 11:33 AM. Reason: typo
I love the script you told her. Thats awesome, I need to consult with you on how to talk to an officer while being questioned.
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