Radar use by NJ State Police

[kpatz]

So does that talk of tracking history mean they won't be using POP?

[kap1027]

uh oh, im scared now.... how is it useful with the tracking history? shouldnt they still follow up the POP hit with a normal burst of instant on?

[crazyVOLVOrob]

shouldnt they still follow up the POP hit with a normal burst of instant on?

They should but cops are sneaky and most likely won't do that

[JTW]

is the Z series the ones that have pop built in? and have proven to be inaccurate?

staton

I would like to see proof the Z POP is not accurate from a source other than Mike V. I believe Mike is right, however it would be nice to have another credible source to confirm this.

[brick]

I would like to see proof the Z POP is not accurate from a source other than Mike V. I believe Mike is right, however it would be nice to have another credible source to confirm this.

I think that his theory is correct but I highly doubt that the errors in practice are nearly as high as he speculates. (I've hit something like 400mph in that little POP game they have on the site.) How could a company actually put something like that into production?

[Beeej259]

It's So easy, in fact one company alerady exists! Rocky mountain radar

[midd]

Just a follow up on my email to Sgt. Ritter of the NJSP. Yesterday I was travelling the NJ turnpike heading north. Once I got past exit 10 or so, most of the cruisers were no longer bearing the recognizable K-55 X band antenna. From what I could see the radar antenna and display were compacted on the dash between the windshield and steering wheel.

I decided to email Sgt. Ritter again this morning. He replied back already:

As we spoke back then, you are correct. It will take some time. Right
now the Turnpike is in a testing stage and will have both Stalker and
B-III out there. The Traffic Bureau is also collecting data for a
private entity to read. After all types of weathers and conditions are
tested and the results are made, we will then determine what
specifications are required and bidding will begin.

This process is expected to take some time yet, but we are confident
that it will be the best for the motoring public.

As before, if there is anything else I can do for you do not hesitate
to contact me.

Sgt. Stephen L. Ritter #5509
Administrative Officer
Traffic Bureau
609-882-2000 Ext. 2238

>>> "" <midd33@iwon.com> 03/15/07 10:08 AM >>>





Sir,



You may or may not remember our correspondence with each other from
almost 2 years ago so I included it with this email. Yesterday was my
first journey to northern new jersey in a few years. After exit 10 on
the Turnpike, I had a few cruisers go by me. I couldn't help but
noticing the absence of the easily recognizable MPH K-55 antenna that
has been accustomed to NJSP vehicles for so many years. At first I
couldn't notice anything. However as a few more passed by, I did notice
a small antenna and panel on the dash in front of the steering wheel.
I'm assuming these are one of the newer units you previously discussed
with me in 2005. I was just curious if both the Stalker and MPH Bee III
are being used or was one unit chosen over the other?



The most intriguing part of all this was that on my return heading
south, it seemed that after exit 10 maybe even 8, I noticed the
reemergence of the K-55 Antenna in the police vehicles. So I guess you
were right when you said it would take some time, even years for a
complete transition.



Once again, I thank you for your time for reading this.

[yemntftb]

Thats very interesting? K-band? Keep us posted this is important.

[Spinner55]

:?

Hello,

If i remember right, you cannot lock a speed in via pop? Jimbonzz you have played with one...enlight us lowly peasants. LOL

Take care,

Spinner

[GET 1T DONE]

Oh man. As long as it doesn't get below Exit 8 :shock:

Keep the K-band, POP, and laser up above I-195! It's WAY more congested up there... that's where you need it... yeah... so leave us south jersians alone! haha

Though best solution is don't waste taxpayer's money on more expensive, unnecessary RADAR technology upgrades.

USE THE MONEY TO FIX ALL THE F'ING POT-HOLES THAT CONTINUE TO RUIN OUR SUSPENSIONS AND WHEELS YEAR-ROUND!

It's ridiculous that all this money gets allocated to upgrade radar-units when the state can't even keep the roadways in safe operating condition! Get your priorities straight!