My RX65 is useless :-(

**KahneFan** · 03-05-2006, 12:09 AM

Well, I purchsed the x50 and rx65 at the same time (both from Bel). As soon as I got them, as I've stated before, the x50 had technical issues and the laser signal sounded constant with not a threat in sight. So, I unplugged it and plugged in the RX65. The RX65 was good at doing it's job. Honestly, I wasn't $200 convinced over a Whistler, but that's just my opinion. However, I was going to go ahead and keep the RX65... until, the clouds rolled back and allowed the sun to shine through. With the angle of the RX65 display being cut up (still don't get that one), it allows the sun to shine right through the display and renders the display completely useless (to me anyway). Sure, it has the beeps and even the voice to notify you, but for $300, I would still like to be able to read the display. Especially if I have my music up and the RD on autoquite. After the first 3/4 warning beeps, it drops below my music level and I no longer have warning tones, or a display when it's sunny. Anywho, just my experience with the RX65. So, I will be sending both the RX65 and the X50 back since they are within the 30 trial period. I picked up a PRO 73 and hopefully I will be able to see it when it's nice and sunny out. Still not sold on the blue displays, but that's another story.

**crazyVOLVOrob** · 03-05-2006, 12:36 AM

the Whistler pro 73 will have range much less than the Rx65

**Holla** · 03-05-2006, 12:41 AM

DOnt forget to give the Mighty V-1 a try--you likey!

**AirMoore** · 03-05-2006, 06:25 AM

Originally Posted by crazyVOLVOrob

the Whistler pro 73 will have range much less than the Rx65

Range much less then both the X50 AND RX65, especially over elevation changes, and around corners.... This isnt to say the Pro73 isnt a good unit, but dont go comparing it to 2 of the Top 3(4) detectors in the world.

**amoney** · 03-05-2006, 07:20 AM

Sorry to here your diapointment. I did not know that was an issue with the newer Bels, my older Bel is just fine, infact very bright and clear, its display is kinda of recest into a "hood".

**brick** · 03-05-2006, 07:23 AM

If you mount it very high on the windshield you will probably pick up a little radar range and take care of the sun problem as well.

**cervan** · 03-05-2006, 07:51 AM

i have the new rx65 and i can see the display with the sun shining on it sorry to here you cant

**AirMoore** · 03-05-2006, 08:17 AM

Originally Posted by cervan

i have the new rx65 and i can see the display with the sun shining on it sorry to here you cant

Well it does depend on how direct the sunlight is, and how intense... I can tell you any red(esk) display on a motorcycle will dissappear, no matter how 'bright' the display is... so its really all depending on circumstances.

**amoney** · 03-05-2006, 08:29 AM

Originally Posted by brick

If you mount it very high on the windshield you will probably pick up a little radar range and take care of the sun problem as well.

That is the quintessential solution!

**KahneFan** · 03-05-2006, 09:26 AM

I have a truck, so the windshield is angled out to where the sun would hit the RD no matter where I mount it, unless it was in the tint area and that would be useless. I appreciate the suggestion though.

I do realize that the PRO 73 will have a lesser range, but I have not tested to see how much less yet. However, I used to have a Whistler 1740, and maybe it just had exeptional range for some reason, but I honestly did not notice a $200 range difference in the RX65 for the 20 days (or so), that I had it. I've only had the PRO 73 for about 2 days now, and neither while I am working, so I have not had a chance to see it's performace. But, as long as it's better than my old 1740 (which it should be), it will be acceptable for me.

Thanks to everyone for the input. Maybe I'll test a V1 in August when I get my next bonus. As well as re-ordering an X50 to try a non-faulty unit.