I think I have a Solo S2 problem!

[justinp95]

I think I have a Solo S2 problem! I just got it and i got it used. When driving around it will randomly just go off. Its the KA and it goes off full strenth then goes down. Whats the deal. There are NO cops radaring me. It seems to beep at other things also, but this is annoying. Ideas?

[AirMoore]

Man... it is sad you didn't come here before this.


Your solo S2 is most likely broken, and furthermore, even in brand-new condition, the radar detection is absolutely terrible compared to corded models.


Sorry to break the bad news to you pal.

Basically the detector is worthless, certainly not worth sending to Escort for repair.

[justinp95]

Damn does this happen alot? What does it cost for them to repair it?

[djrams80]

AirMoore's point is that the Solo S2 doesn't work very well, even when healthy.

Guys of LIDAR - Radar Detector Test - August 2007

[dpatel01]

Escort usually charges $59.95 for repairs, but the Solo S2 will remain a subpar performer even after getting fixed.

[justinp95]

True, but im sure its better than alot of detectors. I dunno if ill repair it. Im going to try a reset and what not and see if it helps. If not I found a orginal passport 8500 for pretty cheap...

[djrams80]

True, but im sure its better than alot of detectors. I dunno if ill repair it. Im going to try a reset and what not and see if it helps. If not I found a orginal passport 8500 for pretty cheap...

The original 8500 will crush the Solo S2, especially on any Ka band.

[AirMoore]

The original 8500 will crush the Solo S2, especially on any Ka band.

x2!


To the OP:

Why are you buying all this used junk though?

IMHO you would be better off buying a brand-new V940/V955 for 150-200 bucks.

[justinp95]

x2!


To the OP:

Why are you buying all this used junk though?

IMHO you would be better off buying a brand-new V940/V955 for 150-200 bucks.

What brand is that? V940/V955

[FoolishOne]

Beltronics.