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INTERPRETATION OF ALERTS
Radar Alerts
The alerts provided by your unit are affected both by the type
of transmission (continuous wave or instant-on), and the
position of the Radar source. Generally, when you drive closer
to a Radar source, the intensity of the received signal increases,
resulting in the increase of the number of bar graph segments
and a corresponding increase in the audio alert rate.
Described below are five common types of Radar encounters
and the alerts you will typically receive.
1. Stationary or moving Radar, straight ahead aimed in your direction.
Since Radar signals travel in a straight line, this Radar
encounter potentially offers maximum warning range. Once
the signal is received, the initial warning consists of an X, K or
Super Wide band Ka audio alert coupled with simultaneous
identification of the Radar band (X, K or Ka) and signal
strength in the Text Display. The number of bar graph segments
displayed depends upon the strength of the signal received. As
the strength of the Radar signal increases, the audio alert
becomes more rapid and the bar graph will display the maxi-
mum number of five segments to indicate maximum signal
strength. Assuming the Radar signal remains uninterrupted,
the audible and visual alerts will clearly indicate a “weak”
signal becoming stronger as you drive closer to the Radar
source. Remember, when the police Radar source is moving
toward you, the Radar signal strength will increase much
more rapidly than if you are approaching a stationary source.
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