Whistler XTR-690 Radar Detector
October 29, 2008
Radar detectors play a major role in reducing the money loss from unnecessary penalties due to speed violations. The radar detectors with its salient features can warn the driver about the detecting radar and laser guns of the police. The Whistler XTR-690 Radar Detector is a good example for the services done by these pocket savers.
Detecting Features
This Whistler radar detector is capable of detecting X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection bands. The detector can provide 360 degree full proof protection against the laser and radar guns. The technology used in the device is the instant on (pulse) detection and the detector can easily detect the POP mode which is nowadays widely used by the police departments. It gives safety warning alert when it detects the radar and laser signals. One of the outstanding features of this detector is that it is undetectable to VG-2 which is nowadays used by the police to know whether the vehicle is using radar detectors or not. The alerts can be set in real voice or in the tone alerts to our choice.
The display of the detector is the Blue Backlit LCD Text Display and the LED warning is the dual blue alert periscope. The detector can also indicate the signal strength with the strength indicator. The Features like 72 Point Digital Compass gives the detector a cutting edge over other radar detectors. Selectable Bands, 3 City Modes and Highway Mode are some of this radar detector. Auto and Manual Muting enables the users to mute the detector when we don’t need it and the display dimming with 9 visual options helps to select the visuals to our choice. The 3 filter modes help in extra pollution filtering. The battery voltage can be indicated with the meter present in the detector. Other features supported by the product are Option Select Mode, Stay Alert Feature, Volume Control, Teach/Tutorial Mode and Vehicle Battery Saver. The Whistler XTR-690 Radar Detecting Unit is an ideal detector for your vehicle and with the affordable price it will suit to all types of users.
| General info | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whistler |
| Model | XTR-690 Radar Detector |
| LCD Display | Yes |
| Features | |
| Voice Alerts | Yes |
| Speed Limit Alerts | Yes |
| Other Features | |
| Blue Backlit LCD Text Display | |
| 72 Point Digital Compass | |
| Auto and Manual Muting | |
| IntelliCord Power Cord Compatible | |
| Instant-On (Pulse) Detection | |
| 3 City Modes and Highway Mode | |
| X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection | |
| 360° Protection against all types of Laser | |
| Battery Voltage Meter | |
Whistler XTR-140 Radar Detector
October 14, 2008
Radar detectors are one of the very helpful gadgets that make your driving much safer. It helps to detect the hidden traps in your way and alerts you about this. The famous company Whistler has introduced their new radar detector named Whistler XTR-140 Radar Detector.
Major features
Whistler XTR-140 has a detection mode of city and highway modes and detection area of this unit is front and rear. This radar detector detects X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka. The device gives you 360 protections against all types of lasers. It also supports instant on detection and VG-2 cloaking technology.
This Whistler radar detector comes with a super icon display, which gives you the feedback of the functions clearly. This product comes with dual blue alert periscopes LED’s. The signal strength indicator indicates the nature of the signal. The device has manual and auto muting function in it. This model supports vehicle battery saver function too. If you want to control the volume of the unit, it has a volume control in it as well.
The device supports self-test function in it. It also includes teach or tutorial mode in it. Company gives a limited warranty of 1 year to this unit. This Whistler radar detector includes windshield mounting hardware and power cord with it.
| General info | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whistler |
| Model | XTR-140 |
| Other Features | |
| 360º total band protection | |
| Patented VG-2 cloaking technology | |
| Safety Warning System | |
| 3 city modes | |
| Vehicle battery saver | |
| Dual alert LED periscope | |
Whistler Cruisader Motorcycle Radar Detector
September 19, 2008
The introductions of radar detectors have been a blessing for motorists. The Whistler Cruisader Motorcycle Radar Detector is a real blessing for the motorcyclist who likes to ride their vehicles at a high thrilling speed. Let’s check out the marvellous features of this device.
Technical Features
The product can detect the widely used radar and laser gun signals like X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection. It can provide full proof detection security from 360 degrees. The detector uses the instant on detection feature which can detect the signals very fast. The detecting range also includes POP mode which is currently used in many European countries. It also gives safety warning alert and is undetectable to VG-2.
The detector can be placed out of sight and can be controlled with the remote. The display is the blue alpha numeric text display which can display very clearly. The mode of the product includes 3 city modes and highway modes. The muting can be done either automatically or manually. The display also shows bright, dim or off settings. The display shows battery voltage as well as the outdoor temperature. The volume can be controlled so that you can decide the volume of the instructions. The teach mode helps to set and use the detector. The total band protection has a POP mode and VG-2 cloaking. The detector also has mounting hardware which enables to set the device in the motorcycle.
The size of the unit makes it flexible to be mounted on the bike easily. The optional helmet display is designed in such a way that it can provide LED alerts that your radar hunter is activated. The display unit of standard 21/16 allows customisation as well. The detector also has additional intense blue alert LED. The whole detector includes a Control Panel Display Unit, a Laser Radar Receiver, a Laser Receiver, and Mounting Hardware. The power required for the device is the 12 v and the source is 2 CR2450 Lithium Coin Cells which ensures long working hours.
The wireless frequency supported by the unit is 433.92 MHz. The Whistler Cruisader Radar Detector with its features and facilities can surely save your bike riding from the police penalties.
| General info | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whistler |
| Model | Cruisader |
| LCD Display | Yes |
| Speaker | Yes |
| Power | 12 v |
| Features | |
| Internal Rechargeable battery | Yes |
| Voice Alerts | Yes |
| Speed Limit Alerts | Yes |
| Windscreen or Hardwire mounting options | Yes |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) in mm/cm | 7.94 x 11.5 x3 cm |
| Weight in kg/gm | 5 oz |
| Other Features | |
| Intense blue alert LED | |
| Optional helmet display | |
| Total band protection with POP mode | |
Whistler Pro 58 Radar Detector
August 28, 2008
Under Whistler professional series Pro 58 model is high end model that excel in its performance. It is a great challenge for radar gun and designed to sense important features around radar gun. It can detect POP mode of features in radar gun and uses high gain optical sense. Whistler Pro 58 is very sensitivity towards laser that helps to detect radar gun of any bandwidth. You can use the feature of three city modes to minimize on high false alert areas or low risk areas. Using three city modes features in whistler Pro 58 you have the options to choose either functions. Whistler will always keep its vigilance eye opened if you face any unsafe and dangerous situation and you will be alerted with multiple alert messages.
You can prioritize the alert messages preference using priority feature, based on that Whistler will make sure that the most important alert message will be displayed first. This radar detector can give 360-degree protection from all direction on against any radar or laser. It comes with safety warning system with instant-on (pulse) detection and has blue intense icon display screen to show a clear frequencies and up to date bandwidth that radar or laser gun uses. It can go along with the regular bandwidth of X, K, Ka and super wideband Ka detection. Whistler Pro 58 radar detector comes with two-year manufacturing warranty. You can adjust the volume and it is VG-2 alert VG-2 undetectable and guide you with teach mode.
Whistler XTR-520 Radar Detector
August 19, 2008
The ‘Perfect Radar Detector’ that’s the other name of Whistler XTR-520 Radar Detector. It is the latest radar detector with much more facilities that the Company has manufactured by taking care of all the needs of the people. It comes with a dimension of 4.37" x 2.65" x 1.24" and weighs only about 5.1 oz and you can fix it easily in your vehicle. It is specially designed for the vehicle with steep windshields or large dashes where the detector is hard to reach.
Details
This unit can detect all types of Laser rays in a 360° angle and supports X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection. It has an Instant-On detection and can detect POP mode. It has a VG-2 Alert version and this detector is VG-2 undetectable. When VG-2 is in use this detector alerts you about it. The cloaking technology used in VG-2 is patented and there won’t be any question of illegality. The Safety Warning system warns you when ever it detects the radar and you need to slow down the speed of the vehicle. It has been integrated Blue Backlight Alpha-numeric Text Display and an integrated Real Voice as well. You have dark, dim or bright option to set the display settings.
It has a Signal Strength indicator and comes with 3 city modes and a highway mode. You can change to any of the three different modes within the city. The settings can also be saved via Setting Saver option. The main feature of the unit is the stay alert feature which makes you alert whenever necessary. The Volume control controls the volume to an audible level as the speed of the vehicle varies.
It is provided with self test option and a tutorial mode as well. The alpha-numerical display provides full support to (SWS) Safety Warning System and gives you more information. This Laser-Radar Detector XTR-520 provides a total band protection, which ever car you may use you are safe.
This radar detector with a 1 year warranty has a remote control and a straight power cord. This is a superb detector which allows you to dash with out any worry.
| General info | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Whistler |
| Model | XTR-520 |
| Features | |
| Voice Alerts | Yes |
| Speed Limit Alerts | Yes |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Dimensions | 4.37″ x 2.65″ x 1.24″ |
| Weight | 5.1 oz. |
| Other Features | |
| POP Radar Detection | |
| Remote Control | |
| Text Display | |
| Voice Alert | |
| Stay Alert Feature | |
| Patented VG-2 Cloaking Technology | |
| Accessories | |
| Remote Control | |
| Windshield Bracket | |
| Straight Power Cord | |
| Owners Manual | |

