Just got my V1
04-13-2009, 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by skeeter' post='846018' date='Apr 13 2009, 04:43 PM
How much did you pay for it and where did you get it from?
It was $399 plus $23 for 2 day FedEx
04-13-2009, 12:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Ghostteck' post='846022' date='Apr 13 2009, 04:45 PM
wow pulled the trigger on a V1 nice 
let me know how it goes for you, i wanna know how that thing reacts in queens / city because theres cops every other block 
let me know how it goes for you, i wanna know how that thing reacts in queens / city because theres cops every other block
04-13-2009, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Rudy' post='846020' date='Apr 13 2009, 04:45 PM
I like the capital "L" setting but then again, in Pennsylvania, local cops can't use radar so your mileage may vary...
If this is your first detector, don't get comfortable and assume you're immune to getting a ticket. It literally takes years (and sometimes a few tickets) to really learn and/or understand what the unit is telling you when it goes off, etc.
Good luck but be careful!
If this is your first detector, don't get comfortable and assume you're immune to getting a ticket. It literally takes years (and sometimes a few tickets) to really learn and/or understand what the unit is telling you when it goes off, etc.
Good luck but be careful!
Biiiiiiiiiiya!
04-13-2009, 01:03 PM
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My Ride: 2005 BMW 545i Sport Package, Jet Black
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cangrats! it's the best radar so far in my opinion. As people already said, the best mode is "L". Hardwiring it will make it look clean. mine hardwired on top so i can cover it with sunscreen if the cops stop me. i like the way they do it in the link above, the only thing is if the cops stop you they will see it right away.
And also, for using it: you will see different tiypes of alerts. In my area cops are always on Ka alert. Anything else is usually department stores, satelites, etc. means fals alarm. I already know which one is real threat and which one is not. And always remember that radar is just giving you some info, not saving you from the ticket. So pay attention like you did before you got one
And also, for using it: you will see different tiypes of alerts. In my area cops are always on Ka alert. Anything else is usually department stores, satelites, etc. means fals alarm. I already know which one is real threat and which one is not. And always remember that radar is just giving you some info, not saving you from the ticket. So pay attention like you did before you got one
I need to get me one.
04-13-2009, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by C's Bimmer' post='845987' date='Apr 13 2009, 03:14 PM
Doesn't everyone have their V1 mounted that way??? I know I do. 
04-13-2009, 06:06 PM
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V1 Link I found this website very useful for customizing the setup of my V1. By disabling X-band and adjusting the automatic mute period of K-band I was able to eliminate many "falsies" on my daily commute. Of course, your local police band(s) will dictate how many changes you're comfortable making.
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Originally Posted by JDoug550' post='846374' date='Apr 13 2009, 10:06 PM
V1 Link I found this website very useful for customizing the setup of my V1. By disabling X-band and adjusting the automatic mute period of K-band I was able to eliminate many "falsies" on my daily commute. Of course, your local police band(s) will dictate how many changes you're comfortable making.