Amazon.com Product Review
Whistler's XTR-520 laser/radar detector boasts total band protection from radar signals, 360-degree laser detection, Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology, and plenty more. Never miss an alert with Real Voice alerts and a brilliant numeric icon display, and operate discretely with their patented VG-2 cloaking technology. As an added bonus, the XTR-520 features a remote control with the same feature buttons found on the device.
An affordable, full-featured laser/radar detector. Click to enlarge. |
Remote Control Operation The remote packaged with this unit transmits via Infrared or IR, the same as most TV remote controls. The remote�s 6 buttons can change the unit's features and operation. The transmit range is approximately 4 feet, and the feature buttons on the remote duplicate those found on the laser-radar detector itself.
Patented POP Mode Detection There are new guns out there that operate just like the instant-on guns of the past but with a very tough new twist--POP mode! This new gun is a normal K and Ka band radar gun detectable by most radar detectors made in the past 30 years until it's in POP mode. When the gun is in POP Mode and activated, a brief burst of energy, less than 1/15 of a second, is transmitted and the vehicle's speed is quickly acquired. A detector without POP Mode detection capability cannot respond to this brief transmission, but the XTR-330 can.
Real Voice Real Voice provides added information to the detected signal over and above the simple band ID tones. The unit says "X band" when it detects an X band signal. This allows you to keep your eyes on-the-road. Real Voice is also used to articulate Safety Warning System messages and feature selections.
Easy access to various modes and functions. |
Brilliant blue text display provides visual alerts. |
Stay Alert The Stay Alert feature is designed to test a driver's alertness. Within 30 to 60 seconds after the feature is engaged an alert is sounded; to show alertness, the driver must press the volume, city or the mute button within 3-5 seconds. If a button is pressed within 3-5 seconds, the cycle is repeated. If a button was not pressed within 3-5 seconds the unit alarms at full volume and the display shows an unique visual alert.
3 City Modes/Highway Mode Highway mode provides full audio and visual warning of laser/radar systems while maintaining full sensitivity. Highway mode is the default setting of all Whistler's laser/radar detectors. City mode helps reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers and burglar alarm alerts by providing an initial alert (same distance as Highway Mode) then remaining quiet unless the signal strength becomes very strong. When the signal increases the unit will alert briefly to notify you of the change in signal strength.
Vehicle Battery Saver Mode The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed before the 6 hours have expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off.
Safety Warning System--SWS This relatively new radar is not for speed detection at all, it is used to keep you informed of highway safety. Transmitters are installed and programmed (for example: in emergency vehicles) to make you aware of possible situations that may require your attention, such as: ambulance vehicles that are moving or stationary, road hazards ahead, road construction delays or detours, etc.
VG-2 Detection Mode The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector," is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. The XTR-520 alerts you its presence, and thanks to Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology provides undetectability.
What's in the Box Whistler XTR-520 Laser/Radar Detector, Remote Control, Windshield Mount, Power Cord, User's Manual
Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review
(6 customer reviews) 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Not a reliable detector.,
May 16, 2009 H. M. N. (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whistler XTR-520 Radar/Laser Detector with LCD and Remote (Electronics)
I got this detector because it was remote controlled, so I could put in the rear windshield since it has 360 detection; but the remote only has a 4-foot range. I have to reach back and hold it down for a while for it to pick up.
I like that it is compact and has voice alerts so I can just listen to them.
I live in Houston and would expect a lot of signals, but I'm not sure if the detector is sensitive enough or it is just filtering stray signals but I hardly get any alerts from it. I passed several patrols on a trip, it does not seem to pick up unless their radar is not on or using an unknown band.
Now, the alert suddenly goes off at random and doesn't shut off. This detector does not seem to be very reliable. I would revise my review to 2 stars. I returned this item and would not recommend it.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Good, inexpensive, radar detector,
May 30, 2008 Doug 986 (Essex, MD.) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Whistler XTR-520 Radar/Laser Detector with LCD and Remote (Electronics)
I ordered two of these detectors, one for a friend and one for myself. one failed instantly and Amazon replaced it asap, both my detector and my friends have worked perfectly since. they are small, discreet and more importantly work very well with a minimum of false alerts.
I highly recommend this detector for someone on a budget.
Not worth the trouble!,
February 25, 2011 Sal10797 - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Whistler XTR-520 Radar/Laser Detector with LCD and Remote (Electronics)
Product produces hundreds annoying false alarms! I returned my unit one week after I received it. On a 100 mile freeway trip the unit beep non-stop(without a reason), I finally got annoyed at turn it off.
