If the radar detector is mounted on the mirror, what is the need for the concealed display?
1294219
Well if you have owned a radar previously you would know that you have to mute these devices when they start going off and the front of the radar will be lit up. With the concealed display the actual radar will no longer light up making it less visible at night if there is a cop behind you. Also having the mute button closer can be more convenient
1294220
If you have it mounted so that you can see the front of your detector there is no need for remote.
1294221
Don't bother getting the v1. I returned it and bought a second escort max 2.
1294222
Purpose of concealed display is to make it more convenient to mute unit without reaching up to ur mirror. Also everyone around ur car won't be aware that u have a radar detector in the car that u keep reaching up to mute. The v1 is completely over sensitive. It constantly bizzed and flashes. The escort max 2 has intelligent software and filters. It is the least obnoxious radar detector on the market imo
1819358
As per other answers, need active video signal. - This is a designed-in feature for the rear view/license plate camera application, not a flaw, as a screen saver, power saver or distraction saver.
985684
Can't say for sure, but it'd probably show a bigger image (at least on the driver's side) than you'd get with a rear-view mirror. I hate to drive without my auxiliary mirror--when I drive someone else's car, I feel naked.
1315447
I don't think so, but the display is so small you don't even notice it. I have it mounted behind my review mirror.
1702936
It is used, aptly, to sight in on the target you are signaling to make sure they will have a clear line of sight to your mirror. The "flash" from a signal mirror is not uniform so the more you have it directed at the target the better they will be able to see it.
1753029
Actually, I also purchased the outlet DC Power socket, so I plug the Radar Detector into it.
585266
My husband suggested going to the Escort radar detector website to see their selection of suction cups. He says that their suction cups for the radar detector are the same as for the camera.
23854
mounts to the mirror and you will need wires to connect to the mirror. Be sure not to scratch up your mirror holder. The "mirror mount for radar" has really small yet sharp teeth to grip on to the mirror Bracket. So just a fair warning. Also it's built so well, that you could probably stop someone, from trying to high jack your car by just beating them with it.Good luck fellow amazon shopper! And remember not to speed because you can die.
355370
The install of the mount should not require wire cutting or taking the mirror apart. Are you also going to order a MirrorTap or similar device to power your radar detector? If so, you would need to figure out where you are going to tap into a power and ground.
1673800
Yes. You attach the mount that came with your detector, minus the suction cups onto the Mirror Mount. The detector can be remove from the mount by pressing the release button on the detector and sliding it off just as you would now.
1258603
I don't see a audio output socket on the unit. I would not buy this unit again, or any other radar detector. The police, at least where I live, are using "instant on" guns. So, by the time the detector goes off you're done. If you are lucky, maybe the guy ahead of you triggered the unit and you will get away without being stopped. It does do a lot of false responses from the radar on auto opening doors. Not recommended.
746651
My radar detector also has the cord on the right side and is mounted in front of the passenger seat with about a 15% slope on the dashboard. This product unbelievably holds it in place with no problems. I've only had to adjust the radar detector once in three months.
1865281
You get updates free for about a year if I remember right. The updates are really just red light camera and speed trap locations. They are not required for the detector to detect radar from radar guns of highway patrol units.
2132205
Yes, but it's NOT backlit. So you'll need some light shining on the face of the radio to read the display.
1366433
Unless your dashboard is receptive to the suction cup on the bottom of the device (my car has a vinyl dash)my initial response would be no. The window mount partially obstructs the front of the radar detector ( mine is a Cobra) and I found that this interferes with it's performance as it calls for a clear view of the road from the windshield. Good Luck.
1619340
Keep in mind that when taking a reading on a vehicle, you will only get an accurate measurement if the vehicle is coming directly towards you (you're standing in the middle of the road). Radar Gun will not compensate for lateral movement as a Police Radar gun will.
1948835
It operates on radio frequency, not infrared, so you can hide it out of sight. I've bought another set for my bedroom since my last review. Hope this helps