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The Latest In Australian Speed Radar Detectors

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Safety equipment comes in many forms. There’s a lot of safety equipment and technology that comes with your car like seat belts and air bags. However, have you considered how Australian speed radar detectors can make your drive safer?

Keeping a portable radar/laser detector on your windshield can greatly improve your safety by keeping your speed in check. Driving at a safe speeds reduces your chances of getting into an accident.

Australian speed radar detectors protects drivers

If you’re in the market for a radar/laser detector, it’s important to know how radar detection and laser detection work. All three of these methods are popular with law enforcement across Australia and New Zealand because of their speed and accuracy.

Radar, the traditional method of speed detection, is an amalgamation for “radio detection and ranging”. It uses radio waves to measure the speed of a vehicle. A radar gun transmits an electromagnetic wave which bounces off of a vehicle. That signal is received by the radar gun and it reads how fast the vehicle was going.

A similar process is used with lasers called LIDAR (light detection and ranging). This uses a laser speed gun which uses concentrated light rather than a radio wave. It sends out a burst of infrared light and measures how long it takes to bounce off of a car and reach the gun multiplied by the speed of light. By doing this process multiple times, it can read that data tell how fast the vehicle is moving. LIDAR is popular with speed cameras.

So do you need a radar detector or a laser detector?

The correct answer is both! Don’t worry, this doesn’t mean you need to go out and buy two different devices. Many modern radar detectors are also laser detectors. It’s important to have both because both methods are common with law enforcement in Australia and New Zealand.

The latest Australian speed radar detectors available today

RadarsOnline offers some of the latest Australian speed radar detectors on the market. Getting the best radar/laser detector for you can help you keep your speed at a safe level. Let’s take a look at some of the most advanced, most popular radar detectors available.

The Escort Redline EX is a serious piece of safety equipment. This portable radar/laser detector has several features that make it great at what it does.

Escort Redline EX radar and laser detector

(The Escort Redline EX radar and laser speed detector)

This radar/laser detector will alert you of radar or LIDAR long before you see the source whether it’s a police officer or a speed camera. Not only is it accurate, but it has a very long range of detection. This is thanks to dual antennas which double its range.

Although it’s an advanced, high-tech device, the Escort Redline EX has a very user-friendly interface. It has an easy to read screen that tells you what it’s detecting and a few buttons to control the device. It’s very easy to read while driving.

It has a magnesium chassis which serves multiple benefits. It’s lightweight and durable in case it ever gets dropped. It’s not likely to get dropped thanks to the dual suction cup mounting system. Magnesium also makes it immune to radar detector detectors (RDD).

The Escort Redline Ex is an outstanding radar/laser detector at a great value. If you’re looking for a nice, well-rounded detector that won’t break the bank, you can’t do much better than this Escort.

If you’re looking for something a little more advanced, we recommend the Escort Max 360. This is the only portable radar/laser detector available with MultaRadar which adds to its versatility and overall performance.

Escort MAX 360 radar detector

(The Escort Max 360 International radar and laser speed detector)

The Escort Max 360 is a very active piece of safety gear. It monitors your speed with GPS and displays it on a bright, multi-color OLED screen. On top of displaying your speed, it has an over speed alert feature to tell you to slow down. Having an extra speedometer on a color display is a great way to keep an eye on your speed and keep it at a safe level.

Another purpose served by the GPS inside the Escort Max 360 is identifying false alerts. It knows when it’s passing something like an automatic door or a service station and won’t annoy you with an unnecessary alert.

The Escort Max 360 is packed with sophisticated software. This includes a database of Australian fixed speed cameras and red light cameras. This software is updatable so you always have the latest information to keep you safe.

While these Australian speed radar detectors offer easy installation on any vehicle, we recommend getting them professionally installed if you’re not confident installing it yourself.

No matter which radar/laser detector model you go with, it’s important to get one in your vehicle. The technology they offer makes a nice addition to your car and the protection they provide is invaluable.

Selecting A Dashcam: Key Considerations & Features To Look For

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Have you ever been falsely accused of causing an accident? Many Australian motorists have lost money to fraudsters. These unscrupulous people deliberately cause an accident with the aim of obtaining money from insurance companies or innocent motorists.

Only motorists with sufficient evidence are able to defend themselves against such extortion. A dashcam records everything to provide you with the evidence that you need to avoid wrongful conviction and expose fraudsters.

A dashcam is a video recorder that captures everything that a motorist encounters on the road. Most car crashes, crazy animal encounters, and unbelievable near-misses happen in a split second, and witnesses usually don’t have time to catch them on camera. A digital video recorder (DVR) enables you to record everything that you encounter.

Australian dashcam super HD comparison

Only drive recorders that are capable of recording high quality footage can help you to defend yourself against false accusations and wrongful conviction. Some of the key factors that you should consider when selecting a dash cam include video quality, type of processor, storage capacity, display, and low light video quality.

Some dash cams are capable of recording high quality footage while others are designed to record low quality video. For high quality footage, it is advisable to select a DVR that records Super HD 1296p or Full HD 1080p video. The two video resolutions allow you to extract details from footage with ease. It is usually not easy to extract important details from 720p HD videos. Apart from recording video, most drive recorders are also designed to capture time, date, and speed of a vehicle.

When selecting a dashcam for your vehicle, it is important to consider the quality of video that it records under low light conditions. It’s recommended to look for a model that is capable of recording high quality footage even in low light conditions. Dash cams that have wide dynamic range (WDR) feature capture clearer and sharper videos.

The performance of a dashcam is greatly determined by its processor. Digital video recorders with latest processors offer better performance. The Ambarella A7L is one of the latest processors, and it is commonly used in Super HD drive recorders. This powerful CPU is capable of processing videos of up to 2304 x 1296 dpi. Moreover, this processor is designed to process videos at high frame rates, usually up to 30 frames per second (fps).

Dash cams store the recorded video in a storage device, usually a MicroSD card. Super HD videos need more storage space than Full HD videos. A 32GB memory card can store over 5 hours of video from a Super HD dash cam. You can transfer the recorded video to another storage device before it is erased.  A dash cam erases the oldest recording to create space in the memory card.

Micro SD card for dash cam use Australia

Most high performance digital video recorders offer GPS logging functionality. This feature enables a dash cam to record the speed and location of a vehicle. The GPS logging system can help you to defend yourself in case you are falsely accused of exceeding the speed limit.

Are you looking for a high quality dashcam for your car? If you answer is yes, then you should order one from a reputable supplier and avoid grey market products.

Although grey markets have cheaper dashcams, the products are of low quality. Such products record low quality video and cannot give you value for your money.  Grey market products often don’t include the advertised features, are more likely to break and fail.  It’s a false economy to obtain a cheap model which doesn’t work properly.

RadarsOnline is committed to providing Australian motorists with reliable, high quality dash cams.

One such model is the Nesa 1296p Super HD Dash Cam CDV-350 is a powerful DVR that records sharp Super HD 1296p footage. This dash cam features Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS), and Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS).

Nesa CDV-350 car dash cam

(Nesa CDV-350)

The Cobra CDR895D Dash Cam has two cameras and records Full HD 1080p with the front camera and HD 720p with the rear one. Its display allows you to view recordings from both cameras at the same time. In addition, this dual camera dash cam features a Lane Departure Warning (LDWS) and supports memory cards of up to 32GB.

Cobra CDR995 dash cam

(Cobra CDR895D)

If you are looking for an exceptionally powerful driver recorder, then you should consider the Waylens Horizon Performance Dash Cam. This state-of-the-art DVR records 1080p video, GPS position, G-force, boost pressure, and the speed of your vehicle.

Dashcams have helped many motorists to avoid extortion and wrongful conviction. This safety device captures everything that a motorist encounters on the road. With this device, no one can extort money from you by false accusation.

Nor can you be wrongly prosecuted by police for collisions or other driving situations that were not your fault.

If you are looking to protect your driving record then investing in a quality dashcam would be a good decision.

RadarsOnline offers different types of high quality dash cams to meet the unique needs of different motorists.  Visit our dash cam products’ page for a complete list of products that we offer.

Enhanced Road Safety With The Escort Redline EX Radar Detector

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Unlike in the past, the speed detection systems used by today’s law enforcement are highly advanced. These high tech devices have more advanced features as compared to traditional speed cameras. The accuracy of these speed guns has enabled police to issue fines to more speed violators than ever before. Police have rolled out high tech speed detection systems in Western Australia, Queensland, Victoria, New South Wales and other parts of Australia.

It is becoming more and more difficult for motorists to escape speed detection cameras.  Many motorists have fallen into the trap of law enforcement, and they have paid heavy fines while some have lost their driving licenses. Can these tough penalties be avoided? Yes, with a suitable radar/laser detector, you can drive more safely and avoid these penalties.

A radar/laser detector allows you to monitor the speed of your car without the need to maintain your eye on the speedometer. However, it is important to ensure that you have a suitable detector. For motorists in Australia, it is necessary to select a radar/laser detector that is optimised for the Australian motorist such as the Escort Redline EX.

Law enforcement units use different speed detection systems to catch speeding motorists. Radar and laser guns are the most common speed detection systems used by Australian police. A radar speed gun produces radio waves and determines the speed of a vehicle by measuring the properties of the reflected signals. In comparison, a laser speed gun, also commonly known as LIDAR, produces light pulses. This speed gun determines the speed of a vehicle by measuring the properties of the reflected light pulses.

In some parts of Australia, police are using point-to-point speed detection cameras to catch speeding motorists. A P2P speed camera measures the time that a vehicle takes to move between two points. Motorists who use less than the expected time to move between the two points are considered to have exceeded the speed limit.

Speed detection systems come in different designs. In some locations, police use fixed radar and laser cameras while in other places they use mobile speed cameras.  Whereas some speed detection systems are mounted on police vehicles, some are hand-held devices. Despite this variation in design and size, most modern speed detection systems have high precision and highly advanced features. The MultaRadar CD, one of the most advanced radar speed camera, it is capable of multiple traffic lane monitoring and employs frequency hopping. The frequency hopping technology of the MultaRadar CD is basically where the speed camera rapidly changes frequency hundreds of time a second. Most standard radar detectors cannot detect this technology. The Redline EX is one of the only radar detectors on the market that can detect the MultaRadar CD.

The Escort Redline EX is one of the most advanced radar/laser detectors, and it is capable of detecting both radar and laser signals. This detector blends high sensitivity with long detection range, and it is optimised for the Australian motorists. The Escort Redline EX uses dual antennas, and it is designed to alert you long before you fall into the police trap. The biggest new feature added to the Redline EX, compared with the previous Redline Pro A, is it now incorporates a GPS antenna and is preloaded with the Australian database of fixed speed cameras and red light cameras. Using the GPS, the Redline EX can also filter out false alerts. The most common false alert is from automatic doors at locations like service stations and supermarkets. The Redline EX will automatically lock out these false alerts over time, storing the GPS location and alert frequency. The driver can also manually lock out known alerts with the press of a button. With this detector, you don’t need to keep a close eye on the speedometer. It, therefore, allows you to drive more attentively.

Does a fixed detector perform better than a portable unit? Although Escort Redline EX is a portable device, it is designed to deliver the performance of a fixed radar detection system. Furthermore, it is easy to install and use this detector. To mount it, you just use the included suction cup. Since the Redline EX is a lightweight detector, it is less likely to become unstuck from the windscreen. Moreover, it’s undetectable to radar detector detectors (RDD’s). RDD’s are used by police in states where radar detector are illegal. They alert police to the presence of the radar detector by picking up the leaking frequencies that are emitted by most radar detectors. The Redline EX is constructed with a magnesium alloy chassis and does not leak these detectable frequencies. It is, therefore, a suitable choice for states where detectors are banned.

Watch this video to see this in a real world environment against the Spectre Elite which is used by police in Australian states other than WA.

The K and Ka bands of the Escort Redline Pro A are segmented, and this helps to prevent false alerts. You can further minimise false alerts and enhance the accuracy of your detector by turning off unused bands. The Redline EX is capable of detecting a wide range of speed detection systems including Gatso, MultaRadar CD, and PoliScan speed cameras. In addition, it offers easy-to-use controls, clear alerts and a full colour OLED screen. Check the product specifications of the Escort Redline EX for more details about this radar/laser detector.

If you are looking for a radar/laser detector that will help to enhance your safety on the road, then the Escort Redline EX is a suitable option. This safety equipment combines long detection range and high sensitivity, and it is capable of detecting a wide range of advanced speed detection systems. For motorists in Australia, it is advisable to buy a radar/laser detector that is customised for the Australian market. Radars Online offers a broad range of high quality radar/laser detectors.

Things To Consider When Selecting a Radar Detector For Your Vehicle

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Today’s speed guns are highly advanced and sophisticated as compared to their predecessors.  Their impressive precision has enabled law enforcement to catch more speeding motorists than ever before.

This has resulted in more motorists paying hefty fines. In addition, many unlucky drivers are losing their licenses each day after falling into the trap of these high-tech speed detection systems.

Without an advanced radar detector, it is difficult for a motorist to escape the precision of modern speed detection devices. Only drivers with advanced radar/laser detectors can drive attentively without needing to pay close attention to the speedometer. If you are looking for a device that will help to enhance your safety on the road, then you should consider a radar/laser detector. This safety equipment allows you to monitor the speed of your vehicle more easily and effectively.

Radar and laser guns are widely used by Australian traffic enforcement for speed detection. A radar gun produces and transmits high frequency signals. These signals are reflected back to the speed gun when there is a vehicle to block them. A radar speed gun measures the properties of the reflected signal and uses the measurements to calculate the speed of the moving vehicle.

A laser gun measures speed by generating light pulses and measuring their properties. The speed of a vehicle is calculated from the measured properties. Since both radar and laser speed guns are commonly used in Australia, it is advisable to have a detector that is capable of detecting both radar and laser signals.

Apart from radar and laser guns, law enforcement units in some parts of Australia are using point-to-point speed detection devices. Unlike laser and radar guns, P2P cameras measure the time that a vehicle takes to move between two points. The camera uses the measured time to determine if the vehicle is exceeding the speed limit or not.

Law enforcement use different tactics and devices to catch unsuspecting speeding motorists. To allow flexibility, speed guns come in different sizes and designs. Some are handheld whereas others are vehicle mounted.

In some locations, law enforcement use mobile speed guns while in other places they employ fixed radar and laser guns.  This flexibility allows law enforcement to catch many speeding motorists. Only motorists with keeping an extremely close eye on their speed or using suitable speed detectors can avoid the traps used by today’s traffic police.

Radar’s Online offers powerful detectors such as the Escort Redline and the Escort Max 360. The two detectors are designed to allow you to drive more attentively and safely.

Escort Redline EX radar detector speed gun detection unit

Escort Redline model

Not every detector in the market is capable of detecting the high-tech speed detection systems used by today’s traffic police. Some are designed for specific regions and can, therefore, be less effective. This means that it is not advisable to buy a detector from any seller.

If you are planning to purchase a quality detector for your vehicle, then it is advisable to avoid products from grey markets. To start with, grey market products are not tailored for a specific market and they are, therefore, less effective.

Secondly, grey markets are known to accommodate counterfeits and low quality products. Furthermore, sellers of obsolete and discontinued products prefer grey markets. Motorists who buy detectors from grey markets are at high risk of not getting value for their money.

Most likely the grey market detector will not detect the majority of the speeding guns used by law enforcement in Australia and New Zealand.  The motorist having a false sense of security may not be checking their speed which could lead to hefty speeding fines and possible loss of the driver’s licence.

Also – for motorists in Australia and New Zealand, it is important to ensure that the detector you are purchasing is designed for radar and laser guns, traps and cameras used locally.

Overseas detector models operate on different frequencies than ones used here.  Again, the motorist believing they have a suitable safety system fitted may be caught out with fines and loss of points/licence.

Whether you are looking for a portable or fixed detector, Radar’s Online has a suitable solution for you.

Is it advisable to purchase a portable radar/laser detector?

Yes, unlike in the past, you can now get a powerful and inexpensive portable detector.

Some portable radar/laser detectors are just as powerful as expensive custom installed devices. These portable devices are usually cheaper and easy to install and use. The Escort Redline Pro A and the Escort Passport Max 360 are portable detectors that are tailored for the Australian motorist. If you are looking for an affordable and powerful detector, then you should consider a portable device.

Escort MAX 360 laser radar detector speeding defence

Escort Max 360 radar and laser detector

The Escort Passport Max is capable of detecting signals from both radar and laser guns. Its capability to detect signals in both K and Ka bands enables it to alert you long before the speed gun can catch you. This detector offers three modes: highway, city, and auto sensitivity mode.

The three modes are optimized to enable you to drive more safely in different environments. In addition, the Passport Max has a pre-loaded database of speed detection systems and is capable of multiradar detection. This feature makes this detector an unmatched option for Australian motorists.

For more details about this detector, check the technical specifications of the Escort Passport Max.

If you are looking for a radar/laser detector that is tailored for the Australian motorist, then the Escort Redline is a very capable option. This detector offers impressive sensitivity and long range detection to ensure that you drive safely and more attentively.

Furthermore, this portable detector is designed to deliver the performance of a fixed radar detection system.

Check the specifications of the Escort Redline Pro A to learn more about this powerful detector.

Monitor Speed and Drive More Attentively with a Radar Detector

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Australian traffic enforcement units are investing more in high-tech speed detection equipment. These high-tech guns put motorists at a higher risk of expensive fines and losing their license. To avoid such dangers, you only need to have a suitable radar/laser detector. A detector helps you to monitor the speed of your vehicle and drive more attentively. In addition, it allows you to drive more confidently without worrying that you will fall into the trap of today’s speed detection equipment.

Before we focus on the best radar/laser detectors, it is important to understand how speed detection guns operate. A radar gun consists of a radio transmitter and a radio receiver. A transmitter broadcasts radio signals while a receiver detects reflected signals. The two are combined to form one unit that is capable of measuring the speed of a vehicle. Radar guns are widely used by law enforcement in Australia for speed detection.

 

 

A transmitter generates and radiates an electromagnetic wave. An amplifier is used to amplify the signal while an antenna is used to broadcast it. On the other hand, a radio receiver features an antenna that is capable of converting the reflected electromagnetic waves into electrical current. It simply does the reverse of a radio transmitter. Since radio waves travel through the air at a fixed speed, it is easy to calculate the distance between the radar gun and a vehicle.

Speed detection using radar is based on a phenomenon known as Doppler Effect. In a typical radar gun, a transmitter radiates radio waves while a receiver listens for the reflected signals. If there is a vehicle in that direction, it blocks the signal causing some of it to be reflected back to the radar gun. The time it takes the reflected signal to return to the gun is measured and used to calculate the distance between the two. The wave pattern of the reflected signal varies depending on the distance between the gun and the vehicle. A radar gun calculates the speed of a vehicle by measuring frequency changes.

Laser and radar guns use the same principle of operation to measure the speed of a moving vehicle. However, there are slight differences in how the two calculate distances. Whereas traditional radar guns uses changes in wave frequency to determine distance, laser guns determine distance by multiplying the speed of light with the measured time. Secondly, radar guns produce high-frequency radio waves while laser guns produce light pulses.

For a long time, traffic enforcement units have used radar guns for speed detection. Laser guns and cameras are increasingly replacing radar guns, and this is mainly due to their impressive speed and accuracy. Nevertheless, traffic enforcement units are still using radar guns in many parts of Australia. This means that a motorist needs a detector that is capable of detecting both radar and laser such as the Escort Redline Pro A and the Escort Passport Max. RadarsOnline offers radar/laser detectors that are customized for Australian motorists.

Point-to-point detection is increasingly becoming a popular speed detection method in Australia. A point-to-point camera measures the time that it takes a vehicle to move between points. Vehicles that take less that the expected time are considered to be over speeding. In addition to measuring speed, this technology records the license plate number of a vehicle. Motorists without a GPS database-type radar detector are at a high risk of falling into this new trap.

 

 

The Escort Redline Pro A, one of the best radar/laser detectors for an Australian motorist, is a long range detector that protects you from a wide selection of speed detection guns. In addition, the high sensitivity of this detector allows you to detect guns with high accuracy.

The Redline radar detector is a portable device that is optimized to deliver the performance of a fixed speed detection system. Moreover, this radar detector features a high definition display, easy-to-use controls, and it is constructed with magnesium. The impressive features and performance of the Escort Redline Pro A make it a perfect choice for motorists in Australia.

The Escort Passport Max is a GPS enabled radar/laser detector that is optimized to deliver quick response and remarkable accuracy. This radar detector uses GPS location based intelligence to cancel false alerts with high precision. The Passport Max utilises a pre-loaded GPS database to provide Australian motorists with advanced warnings of fixed speed cameras and red light cameras.

The Passport Max radar/laser detector employs advanced digital processing technology and location based intelligence to provide you with high accuracy and quicker response time. With this detector, you can drive with confidence and without needing to maintain your eye on the speedometer.

If you are looking for a suitable radar/laser detector, then the Escort Redline Pro A and the Escort Passport Max are designed to provide you with exceptional performance. They allow you to monitor speed and drive more attentively. Furthermore, these radar/laser detectors are customised for the Australian motorists.

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