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Whistler XTR-690 - Radar Detector
[Whistler XTR]

$169.95

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Details

X, K, Ka, and Super Wideband Ka Detection
Instant-On (Pulse) Detection
Safety Warning System™ (SWS™) Alert
360° Protection against all types of Laser
VG-2 Undetectable
Integrated Real Voice™
Blue Backlit Text Display
Signal Strength Indicator
Digital Compass Headings
Selectable Bands
City and Highway Modes
Auto and Manual Muting
Vehicle Battery Saver
Battery Voltage Meter
Stay Alert Feature
Volume Control
Self Test
Teach/Tutorial Mode
Three Year Manufacturer Warranty
Includes power cord and windshield mount

Operating Band

X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz
K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz
Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
Laser 904nm, 33MHz bandwidth

In honor of our old friend Brock Yates, the impresario of the legendary Cannonball Run, we use a system of one to five cannonballs to rank the detectors. * * ½ 2.5 Cannonballs Pros: Decent detection range for a unit at this price level. Picks up POP mode radar and has a voice alert. Also, for whatever it’s worth, picks up the almost nonexistent Safety Warning System transmitters. Has the often convenient selectable band defeat feature. This detector has a compass, although we’re not really sure what the hell that has to do with avoiding speeding tickets. Cons: Modest detection range, particularly on Ka band, which is the most commonly encountered nowadays. Modest false alarm filtering capability. Lacks a multiple threat/bogey counter. Bottom Line: If you don’t mind giving up some detection range, filtering and other features, this unit has better performance than most in the under $200 price range.

This product was added to our catalog on Thursday 21 June, 2007.