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What is a Cobra detector?

What is a Cobra detector?

Cobra DualPro 360° Radar Detector by Creators of Escort Radar – Long Range, iRadar App, Front & Rear Advanced Sensors, Directional Alert Arrows, GPS AutoLearn Technology for Fewer False Alerts.

What does a Cobra radar detector do?

With advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and In-Vehicle Technology (IVT) Filtering, Cobra radar detectors can deliver enhanced detection range, rapid warnings, and reduced false alerts from blind spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control systems.

How far does a Cobra radar detector?

Depending on terrain, temperature and humidity, X-band radar can be detected from a distance of 2 to 4 miles, yet it can only take accurate readings of speed from a distance of 1/2 mile or less.

Do radar detectors detect cops?

Radar detectors can detect radar but not police vehicles. There’s a good chance the police car wasn’t radar-equipped (90 percent carry no radar). Or if it was, most officers shut off the radar while they’re out of the car on a traffic stop or when using it in instant-on mode.

How does Cobra radar connect to the app?

Bluetooth Pairing Tips 1) Turn off your Cobra iRadar detector device, wait 30 seconds, and then turn it back on. On your iPhone/iPod Touch, turn Bluetooth Off and then On again. 2) If you are still not connected, go to the Bluetooth Settings menu on your iPhone/ iPod Touch.

What does K mean on Cobra radar?

K BAND. The frequency range of the K band is 24.0 to 24.25 gigahertz. This is the second microwave radar band introduced by radar gun manufacturers. It is rare to get a false alert on K band, but automatic door openers are currently being manufactured that operate in the K band. Ka BAND.

How do I connect my Cobra radar detector to my phone?

In order to pair iRadar to your smartphone, go to the Bluetooth Settings Menu on your phone/tablet. For most devices this is found by pressing; Settings ▶ Bluetooth. Press Scan for Devices and/or wait for the Device list to populate and then select iRadar. Pairing can take up to 30 seconds.

How do I setup my Cobra radar detector?

The factory settings are: X, K, and Ka Band On. While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the Dim and Mute buttons for four seconds. While no signal is being detected, press and hold both the Mute and City buttons for four seconds.

Do police use K band radar?

Police use K band throughout most of the US. Unfortunately there’s a lot of other sources of K band besides police radar including speed signs, automatic door openers, and many new vehicles with blind spot monitor (BSM) radar and smart cruise control.

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