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Radar & laser speed
trap detector
The Euro 550 from Beltronics combines market
leading radar and laser detection with a host of features including
LED text display, digital voice alerts and Bel’s unique software
upgradability function.
Fundamental Mixer Technology (FMT) patented
design employs a Fundamental Mixer Response to achieve Higher
Sensitivity and Greater Radar Detection Range.
Features
360° Radar & Laser Coverage; Ultra Bright Text Message
Display; DIGITAL Voice Warnings Easy User Selectable Frequencies;
Audio Alert for Each Signal Type; Instant - On & Pulsed Radar
Warning; City, City All & Motorway Settings ; Voltage Check
& Display; Tutorial Mode Allows Review Of Alerts; Automatic
& Manual Muting of Audio Alerts; Bright, Dark & Fully Adjustable
Dim Modes; Memory Retention Of All Feature Settings
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Undetectable Shadow Technology™;
Country Select Option; Dash mounted
unit, making it easy to remove and usein other vehicles
Operating Temperatures: (-20 to +70 degrees
C); Power Supply Requirements:
10.5 to 16.0 volt range, 250mA.
Accessories (included) Visor, Dash and Windscreen
Mountings; 1.8 Meter Coiled Power Cable; Power Lead (straight)
- 1.1 meters; Non-skid Dash Mat; Carrying Pouch
Spare Fuse; 2 Year Warranty; Maximum
Dimensions: 135mm x 79mm x 46mm.
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Reviews
"Each detector claims comprehensive cover against police
methods of monitoring speed. We were unable to carry out a controlled
test, but the various units were tried out over a period of several
weeks.
The Bel units and Valentine one gave ample warning on approach
to a Gatao camera. The directional indicator on the Valentine
was also a useful feature. The Snooper was less sensitive, but
gave just enough warning to react. False alarms were not a problem
on dual-carriageways or motorways but could become tiresome in
town.
The Bel Euro 330 and 550 are developments of the 980 and 990
models which cleaned up in our pervious test (issue 015). We’ve
seen nothing to change our recommendation this time around. Both
are designed specifically for use in the UK (and Europe in the
case of the 550) and work extremely well. The Euro 550 performed
marginally better with Gatso, and its settings can be changed
country by country. These features warrant the extra money over
the 330, but both are a good buy.
The Valentine One is an impressive looking unit with some good
features. However, its US roots show through with the lack of
Ku band detection, and a display angled towards the left of the
cabin. The price also counts against it.
The Snooper sounds fantastic: five-band detection and laser for
under £200. It can’t match the sensitivity of the Bel
units and sounded plenty of false alarms. Still worth a took for
the money, though." EVO Magazine, May 2001
"As far as manufacturers are concerned, our tests revealed
one clear winner. Eagle-eyed BEL swept the board by taking the
top four spots." Auto express
(For more some background information on using a radar detector,
please click here.)
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