How fan can this radar detector pick up? Is it updatable?
780874
2-3 miles in optimum conditions, (flat, straight ahead, no obstacles), as to updateability, only by sending it to Escort/Passport
780875
Works great is my second in 10 years very accurate responds fast and with enough time to react. The only thing i found different is the volume control not as loud as my previuos. The rest of it is great
780876
I would guess that it picks up radar 2-3 miles in advance if they are pinging other cars. as far as updatable, I do not know since I just purchased mine recently but would be surprised if it was not
780877
it can pick well ahaed of the cops radar. what I like is the cops that think they are smart with instant on feature. this unit can pick up so far ahaed it catches teh cop pinging the cars ahead of you. I do not get speeding tickets wit this radar detector and have used this model for 10 years. yes i have sent in older units for updates. escort has a program for this
494379
Its good at speed traps, but I don't think any radar is for detecting red light camera lights. You can actually see them on top of the red light.
1333591
This is the 2nd radar detector from Cobra which is an upgrade. On a straightaway this detector has picked up 1/2 mile our with hills 1/4 mile. Although there are many phone apps such as Waze, those apps drain the battery life of your mobile phone.
878852
100% Yes. I have had my Cobra radar detector for. . . .6,7,8,years and the rubber cups dried out. Just be careful pulling out the old one from the device or just switch the suction cups
1711572
The X and K bands are mostly detected from electronic doors ,it was never consistant enough to figure out a pattern,My other radar detector works very well and I can develope a pattern of where the noises or bands are coming from(its a beltronics)
1111484
I have no problems detecting police . However if they don't have their radars on it will Not detect any even if they are parked on the road side awaiting you . They do however will surprise you with turning their radar on and off at random . Hope this helps you . If not maybe your detector is not functioning correctly ?
2019399
Sorry. It's been too long ago to remember about S/N's and registrations... I do know that this is the best detector i've ever owned. Operates flawlessly w/ excellent range. A real road warrior's best tool...
1612038
Detectors may not be for you. It depends on your area, and there is a learning curve. I live and drive mostly in a rural area, but have mine on city. Security systems, hospitals, will set them off, plus most interstate roads, have radars mounted to signs every mile or so, none of these you need to worry about. Weak signals unless they get stronger, you don't need to worry about. It now takes me about a second to spot sign mounted radar.
188871
I have been using radar detectors for 12years this is the best I`ve seen. it picked up a radar trap 3miles ahead on a strightaway.
1427834
I have been using radar detectors for more than 20 years this unit provides the best Ka detection of any unit I have ever purchased. the only drawback is with such high sensitivity it often false alerts and city or urban environments
1087800
I have found it to be very accurate, and it has to reviews on other sites as one of the best under $300 radar detectors.
473702
I really dont know because all i use my radar gun far is to check the speed of rc boats out on the water and it works fine for me for that sorry i could not be of any help. db.
1111482
I never had a problem. I picked up radar as far as a mile away. I had Cobra's & their junk.
2190280
Yes; temperatures that high could possibly damage internal components in your radar detector or damage the plastic housing because it is a vary soft; I would take it out, or put it in a shaded place when you are not using it car/ truck.
1937027
Yeah it picks up weather alerts, police scanner no does not work for me. it would be good
410306
The problem is it seems to pick up everything. I have owned at least 4 detectors, the last one for twenty years and I never got a ticket. This one has too many false alarms!! I unplug it half the time.
1085371
The answer to your question also varies. If the laser or radar can't read your speed, then your detector may not be able to detect it either. I have driven on rural roads, highways, hill country and where I live and drive, mostly Houston is flat. I have had this detector for over a year and it has never failed me so far. You won't be disappointed. I have always been alerted much before I am able to see the cop, giving me ample time to slow down.