Need radar detector help
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No it doesn't, it has only one.
Unless you have a source that says otherwise...ONLY the Valentine 1, Beltronics STi Driver, and the Escort Redline do.
Unless you have a source that says otherwise...ONLY the Valentine 1, Beltronics STi Driver, and the Escort Redline do.
It seems you are quite correct sir. I thought I had read the 9500ix had dual antennas, but it seems the V1 and the Redline are the only ones that do. I know Escort claims "Full 360 degree protection", maybe that's why I thought the 9500 had 2 antennas.
For me, the 9500ix gives me all the protection range I feel I would ever need, plus with the GPS enabled self learn and best filters on the market, and lastly, with the speed trap and red light and speed cameras, I really don't think you can beat it. That's my opinion.
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Joined: Jul 2009
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From: Maryland
It seems you are quite correct sir. I thought I had read the 9500ix had dual antennas, but it seems the V1 and the Redline are the only ones that do. I know Escort claims "Full 360 degree protection", maybe that's why I thought the 9500 had 2 antennas.
For me, the 9500ix gives me all the protection range I feel I would ever need, plus with the GPS enabled self learn and best filters on the market, and lastly, with the speed trap and red light and speed cameras, I really don't think you can beat it. That's my opinion.
For me, the 9500ix gives me all the protection range I feel I would ever need, plus with the GPS enabled self learn and best filters on the market, and lastly, with the speed trap and red light and speed cameras, I really don't think you can beat it. That's my opinion.
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Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Philadelphia, PA
Yea sure lol. Its got a database for red light cameras, school zones, dangerous curves, and stuff like that. It also has a user based speed trap database. Basically if someone using the app sees a cop, they can report that there's live police there. After so many reports, its entered into the database that cops usually hide in that area, and alerts app users to be careful around those area§
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Joined: Mar 2011
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From: NH
Never been without a detector since the mid eighties (the original Escort back then) and am a firm believer in the technology. They have saved me more times than I can count. They are not foolproof by any means, just a tool to bend the odds a bit in your favor.
Been through a few different escorts / passports over the years, and they were always solid performers, but for the last 8 years or so I've had a V1 and couldn't be happier. For me the arrows really make the unit. I find it a huge benefit to know which direction the radar is coming from.
Been through a few different escorts / passports over the years, and they were always solid performers, but for the last 8 years or so I've had a V1 and couldn't be happier. For me the arrows really make the unit. I find it a huge benefit to know which direction the radar is coming from.
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Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 329
From: PR
Old tread, but I felt like chipping in again.
I've found myself driving my Mustang a lot less lately. With the upcoming elections, the local municipalities have finally gotten the thumbs out of their asses, and have made a convoluted, jammy mess out of the local roads with constructions/pavement labors. I didn't really want to put wear and tear on the ($500)Escort Redline while driving my puny Suzuki Aerio, but didn't want to drive around without a radar detector either. I like the "surrounding awareness" that a radar detector provides, even if my car is barely capable of going over the speed limit.
So I bought myself an Escort 8500 x50 for "daily" use. I am now considering selling the Escort Redline, because the x50 is actually pretty damn good. I've found myself actually using the x50 on the Mustang more often than the Redline. It has detected patrol cars at nearly the same distances as the Redline usually does (1-2 seconds difference, TOPS), even over hills. Very pleased with the Escort 8500 x50.
Having owned both detector, I can say that: If you like to speed recklessly at 20-40mph over the limit, then definitely get the Redline. But if you're like me, and you barely go 15-20 over, then believe me the X50 is good enough with PLENTY of warning time to slow down, pass by the bacons, and continue on your speedy ways. But this all depends on the area you live, though...
I've found myself driving my Mustang a lot less lately. With the upcoming elections, the local municipalities have finally gotten the thumbs out of their asses, and have made a convoluted, jammy mess out of the local roads with constructions/pavement labors. I didn't really want to put wear and tear on the ($500)Escort Redline while driving my puny Suzuki Aerio, but didn't want to drive around without a radar detector either. I like the "surrounding awareness" that a radar detector provides, even if my car is barely capable of going over the speed limit.
So I bought myself an Escort 8500 x50 for "daily" use. I am now considering selling the Escort Redline, because the x50 is actually pretty damn good. I've found myself actually using the x50 on the Mustang more often than the Redline. It has detected patrol cars at nearly the same distances as the Redline usually does (1-2 seconds difference, TOPS), even over hills. Very pleased with the Escort 8500 x50.
Having owned both detector, I can say that: If you like to speed recklessly at 20-40mph over the limit, then definitely get the Redline. But if you're like me, and you barely go 15-20 over, then believe me the X50 is good enough with PLENTY of warning time to slow down, pass by the bacons, and continue on your speedy ways. But this all depends on the area you live, though...
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Joined: Dec 2011
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From: New Jersey
i absolutely love my escort 9500xi, whenever that alarm sounds this is always a bogy nearby. Never fail. Plus i mounted it to my rear view for a seamless look. Love it and i never drive with out it
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From: Alabama
This is irrelevant now, but I have been using the V1 for a year and the arrows are by far my favorite feature. Whoever said the arrows are a gimmick has obviously never used a V1. I was going to get a 9500, but I called Escort and they said there were no plans for arrows in the near future. I guess there's nothing like getting an alert and not knowing where it's coming from..??
Also nmd55 has one of the best setups ever. . . this guy is jelly!
Also nmd55 has one of the best setups ever. . . this guy is jelly!
