Passport SRX built-in radar
03-26-07, 10:56 PM
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Passport SRX built-in radar
Ive had this the whole time on my car, but totally forgot to put thread about it LOL. I had it dealer installed when I bought the car, and its one hell of a pricy piece $1900
(installed), but man....does it work! No portable radar can compare to this. There are two front mount radars in the lower ducts, a large one one top of the license plate and the radar antenna behind the grill. 4 1/2 years now, not one ticket and im not a "stick to the rules" kinda driver LOL. 1900 is alot, but in the long run its worth it to avoid fines, points, hiked insurance, court appearances etc.. plus youll enjoy your SC a hell of alot more. Hope this helps for anyone whos interested, here are some pics to give you a visual.
For more info http://www.passportsr1.com/srx.htm
(installed), but man....does it work! No portable radar can compare to this. There are two front mount radars in the lower ducts, a large one one top of the license plate and the radar antenna behind the grill. 4 1/2 years now, not one ticket and im not a "stick to the rules" kinda driver LOL. 1900 is alot, but in the long run its worth it to avoid fines, points, hiked insurance, court appearances etc.. plus youll enjoy your SC a hell of alot more. Hope this helps for anyone whos interested, here are some pics to give you a visual.For more info http://www.passportsr1.com/srx.htm
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03-27-07, 04:30 PM
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The remote controller fits in the speedometer gauge. It blocks out the very low and very high speeds but usually is not a problem. It also blocks out vision of the high beam indicator but allows the signal indicators to be seen. It is held in by velcro strips.
03-27-07, 04:52 PM
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Before you drop 2 large on an installed system, you should check out Mike Valentine's notes explaining why he does not make an "installed" or "built-in" version of the Valentine 1, considered by many (most) to be the best detector on the market.
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03-28-07, 04:40 AM
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. So since you guys dont have the girl charm to help 
, buy a valentine 1
. It tells you the direction of the signal. I paid around 400 bucks and it is totally worth every penny.
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03-28-07, 07:56 AM
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My guess, from his comment, is that "CleanCL" has not used a really good detector.
The cheap detectors can have such limited range that they do not signal until you are so close to the officer that you have in fact already been tracked, tagged and bagged.
The Valentine has extraordinary range, and will often alert the driver to a signal over a half a mile down the road, even over hills. This is long before the trooper has you in his sights. At this point, knowing whether the signal is coming from in front of you or from behind you is very helpful.
I was on the road last week and started getting a signal which the Valentine told me was coming from behind (which is unusual). I reduced speed and eventually could see the cruiser about a quarter of a mile back. Without the arrows I could have easily have been looking for him on the roadside ahead and would have missed this one.
I have been using the Valentine since it was introduced, and have had it upgraded three or four times (something other manufacturers do not do). I would never hit the highway without it.
Also, the performance (sensitivity and selectivity) of these electronic devices is not a matter of opinion. Various auto publications run comparison tests from time to time to compare performance and sensitivity in controlled and repeatable conditions. Almost without exception, for over 15 years, the Valentine finishes first in all the tests, and often is ranked way ahead of whatever model is in second place.
As for the built ins, I like being able to move the Valentine to different cars, and it is well established that the best place for the detector is high up on the windshield, not down near the pavement. My version of the stealth mode is to have a power cord connected to a switched power source and then run up to a location above the passenger visor, which allows for location of the detector on the visor or on the windshield, without any visible cords going to the lighter socket. In the SC, there is an excellent source of switched power and lots of space in the light module above the rear view mirror, making this installation very quick and easy.
Highly recommended.
The cheap detectors can have such limited range that they do not signal until you are so close to the officer that you have in fact already been tracked, tagged and bagged.
The Valentine has extraordinary range, and will often alert the driver to a signal over a half a mile down the road, even over hills. This is long before the trooper has you in his sights. At this point, knowing whether the signal is coming from in front of you or from behind you is very helpful.
I was on the road last week and started getting a signal which the Valentine told me was coming from behind (which is unusual). I reduced speed and eventually could see the cruiser about a quarter of a mile back. Without the arrows I could have easily have been looking for him on the roadside ahead and would have missed this one.
I have been using the Valentine since it was introduced, and have had it upgraded three or four times (something other manufacturers do not do). I would never hit the highway without it.
Also, the performance (sensitivity and selectivity) of these electronic devices is not a matter of opinion. Various auto publications run comparison tests from time to time to compare performance and sensitivity in controlled and repeatable conditions. Almost without exception, for over 15 years, the Valentine finishes first in all the tests, and often is ranked way ahead of whatever model is in second place.
As for the built ins, I like being able to move the Valentine to different cars, and it is well established that the best place for the detector is high up on the windshield, not down near the pavement. My version of the stealth mode is to have a power cord connected to a switched power source and then run up to a location above the passenger visor, which allows for location of the detector on the visor or on the windshield, without any visible cords going to the lighter socket. In the SC, there is an excellent source of switched power and lots of space in the light module above the rear view mirror, making this installation very quick and easy.
Highly recommended.
03-28-07, 08:59 AM
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No, you are right, I'm only using the Passport XR7 combined with ZR3, not a good radar at all. Actually, I have tested mine with station radar traps and have gotten range both from front and rear over half mile as well. Regardless, if my radar detector is going off, I slow down. By your comment, if yours goes off, and you do not see anyone you just speed up again. Why can't you wait the 60 seconds for the detection to go off? I still fail to see a real NEED to know if it is front/behind.
Also I have had dozens of experience of my detector going off. I slowed down to speed limit. And about 60 seconds later, a cop drives by me. I did my research and the passport system is one of the top systems out there. I think the arrows are just a luxury but not a necessity. Kind of a gimmick if you will.
Also I have had dozens of experience of my detector going off. I slowed down to speed limit. And about 60 seconds later, a cop drives by me. I did my research and the passport system is one of the top systems out there. I think the arrows are just a luxury but not a necessity. Kind of a gimmick if you will.
03-28-07, 09:57 AM
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No, you are right, I'm only using the Passport XR7 combined with ZR3, not a good radar at all. Actually, I have tested mine with station radar traps and have gotten range both from front and rear over half mile as well. Regardless, if my radar detector is going off, I slow down. By your comment, if yours goes off, and you do not see anyone you just speed up again. Why can't you wait the 60 seconds for the detection to go off? I still fail to see a real NEED to know if it is front/behind.
Also I have had dozens of experience of my detector going off. I slowed down to speed limit. And about 60 seconds later, a cop drives by me. I did my research and the passport system is one of the top systems out there. I think the arrows are just a luxury but not a necessity. Kind of a gimmick if you will.
Also I have had dozens of experience of my detector going off. I slowed down to speed limit. And about 60 seconds later, a cop drives by me. I did my research and the passport system is one of the top systems out there. I think the arrows are just a luxury but not a necessity. Kind of a gimmick if you will.
Maybe only to you, the arrows are just a luxury but not a necessity.
For most of us, One of the best features that Valentine one have is the radar locator, not just a gimmick.
