radar detectors
#2
04-30-2006, 04:19 PM
RE: radar detectors
Radar detectors simply alert you when they detect a signal on one of the frequencies used by police radar. The range can vary widely depending on weather, terrain, and whether or not the radar signal is aimed at you. Under ideal conditions you could pick up radar from 3-5 miles away with a good detector. In real life, 1/4 to 1/2 mile range is more common. Also, a lot of cops use instant-on radar now, where they don't even trigger the gun until they see you ("don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes"). Therefore, it's always a good idea to follow someone, since then you can pick up the signal when an officer aims the gun at the car in front of you. Also, laser (lidar) is becoming more common, and this is harder to detect, and nearly impossible to get early warning on.
One other thing to consider is false alarms. There are other devices that operate on the same frequencies as police radar. Automatic door openers (such as those on supermarkets) are the most common cause of false alarms. But you'll get to know where the falses are along your route. Also, some cheapo radar detectors can cause falses on other detectors (avoid Cobra like the plague, their detectors are cr@p).
That said, RDs can be quite useful if you're smart about your driving. I have a Valentine 1 in my car, and it's saved me a number of times. Plus I like to know where they are and what they're using.
One other thing to consider is false alarms. There are other devices that operate on the same frequencies as police radar. Automatic door openers (such as those on supermarkets) are the most common cause of false alarms. But you'll get to know where the falses are along your route. Also, some cheapo radar detectors can cause falses on other detectors (avoid Cobra like the plague, their detectors are cr@p).
That said, RDs can be quite useful if you're smart about your driving. I have a Valentine 1 in my car, and it's saved me a number of times. Plus I like to know where they are and what they're using.
#4
04-30-2006, 04:29 PM
RE: radar detectors
I hear good things about the Beltronics 795 or 995. Check out www.radardetector.net. I'm a member there and there's tons of info. Also the owner of this site has an online business selling radar detectors and accessories: www.radarbusters.com
If you can save up a little more, go for one of the top 3: Bel RX65, Escort 8500 X50 or Valentine 1.
If you can save up a little more, go for one of the top 3: Bel RX65, Escort 8500 X50 or Valentine 1.
#6
04-30-2006, 05:33 PM
RE: radar detectors
i have the escort 8500, and imo best bang for your buck... this thing has saved me many times driving on the nj turnpike
#7
04-30-2006, 08:04 PM
RE: radar detectors
ORIGINAL: kpatz
Radar detectors simply alert you when they detect a signal on one of the frequencies used by police radar. The range can vary widely depending on weather, terrain, and whether or not the radar signal is aimed at you. Under ideal conditions you could pick up radar from 3-5 miles away with a good detector. In real life, 1/4 to 1/2 mile range is more common. Also, a lot of cops use instant-on radar now, where they don't even trigger the gun until they see you ("don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes"). Therefore, it's always a good idea to follow someone, since then you can pick up the signal when an officer aims the gun at the car in front of you. Also, laser (lidar) is becoming more common, and this is harder to detect, and nearly impossible to get early warning on.
One other thing to consider is false alarms. There are other devices that operate on the same frequencies as police radar. Automatic door openers (such as those on supermarkets) are the most common cause of false alarms. But you'll get to know where the falses are along your route. Also, some cheapo radar detectors can cause falses on other detectors (avoid Cobra like the plague, their detectors are cr@p).
That said, RDs can be quite useful if you're smart about your driving. I have a Valentine 1 in my car, and it's saved me a number of times. Plus I like to know where they are and what they're using.
Radar detectors simply alert you when they detect a signal on one of the frequencies used by police radar. The range can vary widely depending on weather, terrain, and whether or not the radar signal is aimed at you. Under ideal conditions you could pick up radar from 3-5 miles away with a good detector. In real life, 1/4 to 1/2 mile range is more common. Also, a lot of cops use instant-on radar now, where they don't even trigger the gun until they see you ("don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes"). Therefore, it's always a good idea to follow someone, since then you can pick up the signal when an officer aims the gun at the car in front of you. Also, laser (lidar) is becoming more common, and this is harder to detect, and nearly impossible to get early warning on.
One other thing to consider is false alarms. There are other devices that operate on the same frequencies as police radar. Automatic door openers (such as those on supermarkets) are the most common cause of false alarms. But you'll get to know where the falses are along your route. Also, some cheapo radar detectors can cause falses on other detectors (avoid Cobra like the plague, their detectors are cr@p).
That said, RDs can be quite useful if you're smart about your driving. I have a Valentine 1 in my car, and it's saved me a number of times. Plus I like to know where they are and what they're using.
#8
04-30-2006, 08:14 PM
RE: radar detectors
^ hahahaha i was just about to say something along those lines...learn to read buddy
#9
04-30-2006, 08:43 PM
RE: radar detectors
everyone that ive seen is just annoying...i think ive only seen cheap ones in action tho...i never really was interested in getting one, but if i get a good one than it might be worth the invnestment
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