laser detectors legal? which one to buy?

[melloman]

Yup 9500ix is damn expensive new still.
And yes, the Redline is only a upgrade when it comes to range. Also don't qoute me but I think I remember reading that the Redline doesn't store the information, like false alerts?

Something to consider for city driving.

[Glove]

that video posted with the jammer / detector combo is awsome,

thats exactly what I want, 1 thousand dollars, and immunity to speeding tickets.

[ruthless]

Originally Posted by Tequilabomb

Just got my 9500ix and im absolutely loving it, it has redeem itself for the past 3 weeks already.


Definitely worth it especially with the new gay ass law




However do you guys mount near the bottom of the windshield? or ...?


at first i mounted on the bottom, however i just got it hardwired and i put it just a little bit below the rear view mirror.


Will that affect the signal strength? In the manual all it states is that the detector needs a clear view of the sky in order for the GPS TO WORK, doesnt say anything about obstructing the laser beam

I believe the higher up the detector is mounted the better it is...most people have it mounted on top of the rear view mirror, so your locations should be okay

[hi-revs]

for mainly city driving in and around vancouver, which one would be better without all the false alarms?
I hear that V1 is "the best" with good range, but from what i understand, theyre good for mainly highway driving.

Im thinking of the 9500ix, x50, or V1

[originalhypa]

Originally Posted by Glove

thats exactly what I want, 1 thousand dollars, and immunity to speeding tickets.

Agreed.
one time getting caught going 40 over, and it will cost you double that amount. And regardless of what the officer said earlier, I'll take my chances with a detector, rather than without.

Originally Posted by hi-revs

Im thinking of the 9500ix, x50, or V1

X50 isn't even in the same league as the others. It's a great unit, but not the caliber of your other choices.

I like my 9500ix. It takes a bit to set up for your needs, but once it's done it's a great unit. I get a head's up now, which when combined with defensive driving, should keep me safe from the "man".

[MG1]

I thought we discussed this topic already somewhere else.

Radar and Laser detectors are legal in BC.

Radar, let me repeat, radar, jammers are illegal.

Laser jammers are legal.

Laser jammer is not the same as a radar jammer. Laser jammer is legal in BC, but radar jammer is not. Saying it again, in case there is still confusion.

Laser jammers are legal in BC.

Radar jammers are not legal in BC and in just about every jurisdiction.

I have no idea why radar jammers are illegal, while laser jammers are not. Probably has something to do with radar frequencies disrupting more than just radar equipment.

BTW, I totally love my 9500ix.

[zulutango]

And let me repeat....Laser jammers are not legal in BC and you are subject to a criminal code obstruct PO charge if you use it and get caught....but then what do I know...except I was just part of the obstruction charge that was laid and a conviction was registered....and the Cops know you are using a jammer because the Laser unit display a certain error message when it's being jammed.

[MG1]

as mentioned previously by another member, use the jammer to gain the extra time you need to adjust your speed. Being hit by laser gives you little to no time to react. The jammer gives you that split second to slow down.

So what's the "certain" error message that shows up on the unit?

[zulutango]

Trade secret. If I tell you, the Predident will disavow any knowledge of me or my mission. Sorry.

Being hit by the laser cannot give you time to react...the reading is taken in 1/3 of a second.

[MG1]

Originally Posted by zulutango

Trade secret. If I tell you, the Predident will disavow any knowledge of me or my mission. Sorry.

Being hit by the laser cannot give you time to react...the reading is taken in 1/3 of a second.

What if the police officer doesn't have deadly accurate aim........ you guys must have a few Bieksa's on the force. I've picked up strays and reflections many times.

If you're the only one on the road, you are basically toast.



You mentioned remote garage door opener. Do those things jam signals?


EDIT: nvm, just googled it........... I have my answer.

[zulutango]

Unless you are riding directly in front of/behind a second bike and you were almost touching, the Laser is designed to pick out single vehicles. Red target dot is visible in the middle of the 'scope on top of the Laser unit. Look thru the 'scope, place dot on target and pull trigger. 1/3 of a second later you have the reading.

[MG1]

Speaking of the V1 detector, does it detect red light and speed cameras? When I was in Seattle, my 9500ix warned me of a speed camera location. Sure enough, there it was. Never had such a warning before. Are there any speed cameras in the Lower Mainland?

I think the 9500ix with its GPS based system has the advantage over the V1 in this area.

[exhil]

I just picked up V1 today
Its been detecting alot of burglar alarm. I havent got through red light camera and cops yet. However I did pass the police station, radar went on like mad lol.
Give me couple of days for me to test this out.

here's a great example of V1

YouTube

[Shorn]

I have the passport 9500ix, and it's saved my ass a few times.
I found when it detects X band it is mostly false alarms, K band is 50 50, and Ka band is definitely a cop.
I'm kind of divided over the usefulness of the GPS function, the first few times it told me about red light cameras was cool.. But gets annoying after a while. Besides, its not like I even intend to run the lights if there WASN'T a camera.. haha

[JordanLee]

^ I turn X band off completely. You can also turn off Red Light Camera warnings off as well.

I find marked cars leave K band radar on while they're driving or stationary etc. Whereas unmarked cars usually have KA on. Also all the radar I've found shot in BC is KA.

Zulutango: Care to share how the systems work as to which gun is chosen and why KA or K goes off while police cars are on duty?

exhil: The V1 wont alert to anything Red Light Camera related.

[TypeRNammer]

Originally Posted by JordanLee

^ I turn X band off completely. You can also turn off Red Light Camera warnings off as well.

I find marked cars leave K band radar on while they're driving or stationary etc. Whereas unmarked cars usually have KA on. Also all the radar I've found shot in BC is KA.

Zulutango: Care to share how the systems work as to which gun is chosen and why KA or K goes off while police cars are on duty?

exhil: The V1 wont alert to anything Red Light Camera related.

Guess I should turn off the X-Band too.

Your video convinced me to pick up a 9500ix

[Shorn]

9500ix meet?

[MG1]

Originally Posted by Shorn

9500ix meet?

So we can download each other's databases?

When I first got the 9500ix (when it first came out) I was under the impression, or led to believe, this was possible. Is it?

[Shorn]

I don't know but here's the manual so you can find out: http://www.escortradar.com/pdf/9500ixOwnersManual.pdf

make sure to let us know after !

[MG1]

Who here, with 9500ix radar detectors, subscribes to updates?

I've been putting it off, because like most of you, I don't run red lights. It's amazing how the 9500ix has actually slowed me down/changed my driving habits. Weird, huh?

[GG]

Originally Posted by exhil

I just picked up V1 today
Its been detecting alot of burglar alarm. I havent got through red light camera and cops yet. However I did pass the police station, radar went on like mad lol.
Give me couple of days for me to test this out.

here's a great example of V1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaC77ZkkY_8

now mounting on the top provides better range? also i thought you are suppose to mount RIGHT in the center? at least thats what the manual said for 9500ix

[Glove]

obviously zulutango is going to constantly post,

illigal, dont do it, we will get you, blah blah blah,

just stop posting please,

we are here discussing how to use them effectively, and how to avoid tickets, if your not going to use your knowledge to help avoid tickets, then why post?

you spewing illigal every 2 posts isnt going to stop people from doing what they want to do,

there are certan guns that will give jam warnings,

there are ALSO jammers that bypass the warnings.

and if you have the jammer on, the laser will give no reading, it doesnt "delay it" for a couple seconds, it will just leave the gun blank.

just youtube laser jammer and watch all the video's

even if they do give you a VI,

better than losing your lisence or a 500 dollar ticket + points

[melloman]

I think I'd rather get a $500 ticket then a Box 1 VI.

Why.....? Maybe because of the tow fee, impound fee, ticket fee, you sometimes have to go to THEIR choice of inspectors, if you do the inspector is sometimes a complete PAIN.. And a VI can sometimes cost you more the a ticket and some points.

Only thing worse would be to lose your license..

Ticket > VI > License.

And from what I've read, zulutango is correct that lasers are pretty acurate. The jammers do help and give you about 5 seconds to slam on your brakes and hit the kill switch while the cop is confused on why he got a "error" message. But ya, next to no time..

[abdulclamwacker]

Originally Posted by Supafly

Do you own one?....I myself have Bell one that I use, and its saved my ass a few times already from people being lasered around me...

It works for catching traps. Providing you don't drive like a dumbass.

[hi-revs]

Which one is actually better from experienced owners whove used them? Valentine 1 or Escort 9500ix. OR wait for the escort redline?
Mainly for city use... Pros and Cons of each?