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    Default Confused

    I currently have an XTR-690 (non-SE).

    Whistler has the Pro-78SE, XTR-690SE, XTR-695SE and XTR-695 listed as current models in the same pricing category.

    Now, what's confusing to me is there isn't any sort of chart showing the differences. Anyone know of one?

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    Default Re: Confused

    I went there before posting the question here.

    They don't have all the models in their test, only 2 of the 4. What what I can gather is:

    All the SEs are the same when it comes to detection.

    The Pro 78SE is blue.
    The XTR-690SE is red (it used to be the other way around with the non-SEs!).
    The XTR-695SE has several colors you choose plus a few additional user options.
    The XTR-695 is the older hardware, but with all the nice user features the XTR-690SE and Pro 78SE don't have.

    Am I correct in this, or are there actual, real world detection differences between the various SE models? If there isn't then the 695 is a waste since I've seen reports that its hard to read, and then it comes down to whether I want a blue display (Pro-78SE) or red (XTR-690SE).

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    There shouldn't be any consistent real world differences between the SE models. I say "shouldn't" because different owners with the same model detectors may notice a difference in performance, not usually a game changing one, but some 690SE's will consistently alert before other 690SE's. So there may be a slight variation in sensitivity in some circumstances, however, there is not a Whistler SE model that consistently beats out the rest. Therefore, if you will choose between the SE's you should go with whatever you prefer as far as the display and other features go.

    To summarize in case my long winded explanation is confusing, from model to model, there is no difference in detection, but each individual detector may perform differently.

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    Good, that basically brings it down to a case of color preference. I really which I could see one in person on a bright day. Will have to search around

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    Try looking at youtube videos.

    The blue display of the 78SE will show up the best in bright daylight though.

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    The Original Pro78 and XTR-695 had different platforms than the new SE's I believe.

    I own a XTR-695 and If I had to buy a new unit I would buy the Pro78Se.

    Its display is better in the heat and detection is also great.

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    You are correct. The 78,690 and the 695 are the Rev C platform whereas all of the SE's use the rev C+ platform. From what I understand the rev C+ platform is an upgraded Rev C platform.

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    The Chariot Wrote:
    I really which I could see one in person on a bright day.
    As mentioned, all SE models share the same detection performance. That leaves your decision to bell 'n whistle type things.
    If you don't mind a blue digital display and are concerned about reading it in sunlight that leaves only one choice IMO, the Pro78SE. Never personally seen the red 690SE display. Maybe someone who has a 690 will comment. I do have a xtr-695 and its display is just about useless in direct sunlight.
    Keep in mind the 78SE has no compass or battery voltmeter features of the 690 and 695, just a great readable blue display in sunlight or night.
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