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Technical Details
Interpreting Alerts
Although the V955 has a comprehensive
warning system and this handbook is as
complete as we can make it, only
experience will teach you what to expect
from your V955 and how to interpret what
it tells you. The specific type of radar being
used, the type of transmission (continuous
or instant-on) and the location of the radar
source affect the radar alerts you receive.
The following examples will give you
an introduction to understanding the your
V955’s warning system for radar, laser and
safety alerts.
Explanation
You are approaching a continuous radar
source aimed in your direction.
An instant-on radar source is being used ahead
of you and out of your view.
An instant-on radar source or laser source is
being used nearby. This kind of alert requires
immediate attention!
Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is
inherently difficult to detect, any laser alert
may indicate a source very close by.
A moving patrol car with continuous radar is
overtaking you from behind. Because these
signals are reflected (reflections are increased
by large objects), they may or may not
eventually melt into a solid point even when
the patrol car is directly behind you.
Alert
The V955 begins to sound slowly, then the
rate of alert increases. The Signal Meter ramps
accordingly.
The V955 emits short alerts for a few seconds
and then falls silent only to briefly alert and fall
silent again.
The V955 suddenly sounds a continuous tone
for the appropriate band received. All
segments in the Signal Strength Meter are lit.
A brief laser alert.
The V955 receives weak signals. These signals
may be a little stronger as you pass large, road-
side objects. The signals increase in frequency.