Whistler XTR-130 Laser/Radar Detector with High Gains Lens

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 8 x 3 inches ; 12 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0017W86FG
• Item model number: WHIXTR130
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description Whistler's XTR-130 laser/radar detector is as affordable as it is full-featured. With total band protection from radar signals, 360-degree laser detection, Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology, and plenty more, you'll get an effective detector that doesn't break the bank.

An affordable, full-featured laser/radar detector. Click to enlarge.

Easy access to various modes and functions. Click to enlarge.

Brilliant icon display provides visual alerts.

3 City Modes/Highway Mode
Highway mode provides full audio and visual warning of laser/radar systems while maintaining full sensitivity. Highway mode is the default setting of all Whistler's laser/radar detectors. City mode helps reduce the annoyance of automatic door openers and burglar alarm alerts by providing an initial alert (same distance as Highway Mode) then remaining quiet unless the signal strength becomes very strong. When the signal increases the unit will alert briefly to notify you of the change in signal strength.

Quiet/Auto Quiet Modes
Pressing QUIET before a signal is detected engages Auto Quiet Mode, which automatically reduces the audio level after the initial warning to a low audio level setting. Pressing QUIET during a radar/laser encounter silences audio alerts, while allowing visual alerts to keep you informed.

Alert Priority
When two or more signals are received at the same time, the alert priority is: Laser, VG-2, Speed Radar, Safety Radar.

Example: If X band is alerting, then suddenly a VG-2 signal is detected, the VG-2 warning will override the X band alert.

Vehicle Battery Saver Mode
The Vehicle Battery Saver Mode automatically shuts off your detector within 3 hours if you forget to turn it off. The timer is reset if the detector is turned off, unplugged or any button is pressed before the 6 hours have expired. The detector will alert you with an audible and visual warning before it shuts off.

Safety Warning System--SWS
This relatively new radar is not for speed detection at all, it is used to keep you informed of highway safety. Transmitters are installed and programmed (for example: in emergency vehicles) to make you aware of possible situations that may require your attention, such as: ambulance vehicles that are moving or stationary, road hazards ahead, road construction delays or detours, etc.

VG-2 Detection Mode
The VG-2, also known as a "radar detector detector," is a special receiver used by police to detect signals radiated by a radar detector. The XTR-130 alerts you its presence, and thanks to Whistler's patented VG-2 cloaking technology provides undetectability.

What's in the Box
Whistler XTR-130 Laser/Radar Detector, Windshield Bracket Kit, Power Cord, User's Manual

Product Description

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Whistler Laser/Radar Detector, June 22, 2010

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Richard Mallory ""Mad Scientist"" (Eastman,GA USA) - See all my reviews
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The Whistler Laser/Radar Detector has been very reliable in alerting us to potential speed traps as we have traveled down the highways; I am very pleased with it so far!!! Thanks Amazon for shipping it to me so quick!!!! I really need that device here in central Georgia!!!!!!!!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gave a gift, big hit!, August 24, 2010

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M. Westwind - See all my reviews
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I gave this to my friend that drives three hours commuting almost three times a month. She loved this gift when I gave it to her. She told me the other day that she loves it and uses it all the time. It alerts her to slow down when coming close to an officer. I suggest this to anyone thinking of getting it as a gift or for yourself!

2.0 out of 5 stars Only false alarms, December 26, 2011

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Sergio - See all my reviews

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I bought this so I could know in advance if there are radars on the street. I live in Brazil and in my city there are far too many mobile radars (they put them in tripods behind trees or inside vans to hide them from spotting).
So I gave this Whistler a try.
What a mistake.
This thing never gets one right alert. Always gives false alarms (when there is nothing) or keeps quiet (when there is a radar).
I did several tests when I found one hidden radar and the thing never made a beep.
Later I was able to see that the radar was a laser gun on a tripod, about 2 feet above the street (in height). So it was on the same height as the license plates, making it more difficult to get a warning from the Whistler. But I would expect that at least once the Whistler would brake silence, but no.
I even stopped the car and removed the Whistler from the dash and got out of the vehicle pointing it in front of the laser gun but it was only silence.
It simply does not work.
I checked the configuration to see if Laser was on, changed it to off and then on again, nothing. Dead quiet, mute!
On the other hand it is well built and small. If only it worked then it would be a nice gadget.
So in summary, if you want a nicely built and small peace of junk, then this is the one for you.