Specifications

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

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

Undetectable Shadow Technologyâ„¢; 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.

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

"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