I would like to know if the Escort Live! helps reduce false alarms when connected to a radar (besides alerting threats). Thank you.
248189
I don't think it reduces any "false alarms" but when used in conduction with a smart phone it does help alert you of actual police radar locations, where someone saw them or had an actual alert. the more people that use it the better it works, so results will vary depending on your location. You can try out the smart phone app and see the alerts without having the cord so I would recommend that. you just won't be able to alert anyone else of police that you see without the cord. I like the system and use it regularly along I25 in nevada, cali, & utah.
248190
So far I'm only using it as a power cord for my radar. When I was trying to set it up last time when I had it for testing the procedure requires numerous passwords and logins so I just gave up. It was a couple years ago, not sure the set up procedure become easier since that time so far I don't have time to try it.
248191
I believe it does. You can add it to, for example, a Redline which has no GPS. It will use the GPS in your phone. But the lockouts are MANUALLY done by the user. It can also reduce some falses on a Max because it knows the Posted Speed Limit. If you are below the Posted Speed Limit it will not do a normal alert. It will go into "Cruise" mode with a short alert and go silent.
248192
As far as I know, the Escort Live function has no connection with false alarms. If you have the Escort 9500iX, it learns non-police radar signals over time, and locks those out. Of course, if it's the first time that radar detector has driven through a particular route, it doesn't know about false alarm signals. What Escort Live does do for you is link your radar detector to your smart phone (either iPhone or Android - make sure you order the appropriate Escort Live unit to match the phone you have). The link between the phone and the radar detector does two things: 1) it alerts you to the presence of police units that have been noted by other drivers, as well as if the radar was active, it advises you of that fact, and the age of the report (current, 30 minutes ago, an hour ago, etc). If other Escort Live drivers are ahead of you, and your unit receives a report from their system you get a LIVE RADAR alert, as well as distance to the point where the other driver's system detected the radar. 2) Your system provides alerts to the other drivers with Escort Live capability. In busy metro areas, or on interstates, this can be quite helpful. If you are traveling where there is no cell coverage, of course there is no link to the Escort Live server, as your cell phone has no network connection. Keep this in-mind if you acquire this system. I find the system quite valuable, and I occasionally get an alert in areas where I didn't expect another Escort Live driver to have passed through, just because the area is so remote.
248193
No, escort will memorize false alarms over time. The live function provides additional information to what the escort is picking up
248194
All that I can say is "get it" I am very happy with it. and don't buy used.. because you will not be able to use the free year membership...
410307
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.
1752511
Yes it is I live in an area where there are multiple signals from various businesses with alarms that use different bands similar to the local police bands just @ varying strengths I have enjoyed my radar immensely since purchasing it.
331414
I don't think there is a "life time" for dependable alert notices. As long as it's up and running, it should give you reliable alerts. Ours just stopped working after one season (two separate radios). We'd plug it back in in spring and it wouldn't function...no lights, no alerts, nothing. Doesn't make sense. But I continue to buy these because they offer a great peace of mind during storm season, even if I have to replace it every season.
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.
422587
I own this alert. The range is fairly good and yes accuracy within a couple feet. Honestly I wouldn't buy this model again. Way too many false alerts, especially if there's a slight breeze.
501881
This radar detector is very sensitive and you have to disable some bands to avoid false alarms! The manufacturer made sure to cover most of the police radar bands and depedepending on were you are located, you may disable the x band and k band which interfere with the garage door openers. If you're in North America the police usually uses Ka bands. Also you have to select the city setting to avoid other false alarms. Traffic cameras and red light cameras are usualy in the x band and therefore can be ignored most of the time. Also this device can detect other people'radar detectors and with time you will learn to differentiate between the alarms. I hope this helps! This radar detector is very sensitive and you have to disable some bands to avoid false alarms! The manufacturer made sure to cover most of the police radar bands and depedepending on were you are located, you may disable the x band and k band which interfere with the garage door openers. If you're in North America the police usually uses Ka bands. Also you have to select the city setting to avoid other false alarms. Traffic cameras and red light cameras are usualy in the x band and therefore can be ignored most of the time. Also this device... » Read More This radar detector is very sensitive and you have to disable some bands to avoid false alarms! The manufacturer made sure to cover most of the police radar bands and depedepending on were you are located, you may disable the x band and k band which interfere with the garage door openers. If you're in North America the police usually uses Ka bands. Also you have to select the city setting to avoid other false alarms. Traffic cameras and red light cameras are usualy in the x band and therefore can be ignored most of the time. Also this device can detect other people'radar detectors and with time you will learn to differentiate between the alarms. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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This is the first radar detector I have purchased. So i can't say I have a lot of experience. It detects Ka bands from maybe a quarter mile to half mile out, enough to give you a fair warning without being able to visually confirm a cop. It is especially helpful if the officer is out of sight behind a car or over a hill. No GPS.
1454672
My only answer is.....no it does not have any alarms, but it does send a constant red flashing light. Unless the prowler is brave enough to actually take the chance that this is not sending a signal, I think it will serve as a deterant.
2067295
Not every police officer has his radar on all the time. I wouldn't worry about it. My history seems to be working great!
2223958
I returned the system to the online retailer after a few days because it was not dependable and triggered multiple false alarms. In the system's defense I was told by the manufacturer it was because the sensor was in the vicinity of some overhead power lines and the sensor was being fooled by the electromagnetic waves. The folks at Dakota were very helpful and knew right away why my system was false alarming.
2008659
Its better for you to checkİt from the internet. I've just bought it because i thought its a newer model. But i dont recommend it to you though. İts giving signal to everything. If you listen to this radars signals you cant even eide a mile.
1875024
You can download the iRadar (by cobra) app from the App Store. I use it to configure the Radar Detector and gain access to the Aura Database (warnings while driving).
126087
Yes and sometimes I wouldn't even get a delayed alert. A friend stopped by my house (has a key) and told me afterwards. I never was notified. I returned it for this reason.
1653220
No, it won't. Because this has been designed only for Escort Radar Detectors. May I give you a piece of advice though, I'd sell your Cobra iRadar and get a good RD of Escort, Valentine 1 or Beltronics. That RD won't save you from a ticket by the way. You are welcome to join the largest community of speed countermeasures in the world. www.radardetectorforum.org
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.
95906
Detects radar used with speed trap areas. Has free app database that shows known trap areas. Simply put no. It doesn't detect the camera itself. Most of those spots don't activate radar til you run the redlight .. So..... Goodluck. Haven't had a ticket since I bought it