Speed camera detector
19 December 2008, 10:54 AM
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Speed camera detector
As above what's a good one? Always heard that the road angel was a good one. or would i be better selling the sat nav i have an buying one that has the cameras etc already programmed in?
tbh it'd only be when i was travelling on roads that i don't know that i'd need it. i know the speed limits on the roads that i use every day so would only be when venturing out on an inpromptu drive / road trip and the summer day trips that it would be handy.
tbh it'd only be when i was travelling on roads that i don't know that i'd need it. i know the speed limits on the roads that i use every day so would only be when venturing out on an inpromptu drive / road trip and the summer day trips that it would be handy.
19 December 2008, 10:59 AM
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I've always found my road angel to be much better than tomtom with the speed cameras added.
See if you can pick up a classic road angel cheap, that's all you need mate.
See if you can pick up a classic road angel cheap, that's all you need mate.
19 December 2008, 11:15 AM
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Matt,
You sure that heavy old beemer can go over the speed limit
I have always meant to get a detector as well just never got round to it either
Matt, there are refurbished ones on Ebay for £60, comes with 6 months warranty and 3 months subscription:
New Road Angel Camera Detector GPS LASER NRA2 WARRANTY on eBay, also Radar Laser Detectors, Security Electrical, Car Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 21-Dec-08 21:15:00 GMT)
I'm just about to order one
You sure that heavy old beemer can go over the speed limit
I have always meant to get a detector as well just never got round to it either
Matt, there are refurbished ones on Ebay for £60, comes with 6 months warranty and 3 months subscription:
New Road Angel Camera Detector GPS LASER NRA2 WARRANTY on eBay, also Radar Laser Detectors, Security Electrical, Car Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 21-Dec-08 21:15:00 GMT)
I'm just about to order one
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19 December 2008, 11:38 AM
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3yrs ago I got done by a mobile camera van on a bridge and got my first ever points on a 33 yr clean licence and I swore that woudn't ever happen again... so I did a lot of research and finally went for the Road Angel and I've never regretted it for a second.... has saved my licence on more than one occasion since thern (that's Scoobies for you!)... lol
The latest version is colour, does everything but make the tea and is well worth it IMHO....
You won't regret it....
The latest version is colour, does everything but make the tea and is well worth it IMHO....
You won't regret it....
19 December 2008, 04:15 PM
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My Origin B2 has served me well over the years. 
You get a laser detector attachment with it and a radar attachment can be bought seperately, however, I removed the laser detector as generally if the thing picks up a laser, you've already been zapped and they already have your speed.
Unless you're going to fit an illegal jammer I don't really see the point.
Other than that, the GPS based camera alert has been superb. I have travelled far and wide (as far as Lake district and Scotland) and has never missed a camera yet. Just make sure you keep it up to date with the latest updates via the software that comes with it to keep track with temporary cameras in roadworks etc. 
It's small enough to detach from the cradle and carry in your pocket too. Another big selling point for me.
Edited to add....their new one is out now called the Pogo
but it looks pretty good, all colour screen etc.
You get a laser detector attachment with it and a radar attachment can be bought seperately, however, I removed the laser detector as generally if the thing picks up a laser, you've already been zapped and they already have your speed.
Unless you're going to fit an illegal jammer I don't really see the point.Other than that, the GPS based camera alert has been superb. I have travelled far and wide (as far as Lake district and Scotland) and has never missed a camera yet.
Just make sure you keep it up to date with the latest updates via the software that comes with it to keep track with temporary cameras in roadworks etc. It's small enough to detach from the cradle and carry in your pocket too. Another big selling point for me.
Edited to add....their new one is out now called the Pogo
but it looks pretty good, all colour screen etc.
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I've got a Road Angel plus, and the New Road Angel Professional, both are very good, Road Angel Pro is better due to the screen being clearer (Colour)
Had a snooper in the pased that was pretty good to
Had a snooper in the pased that was pretty good to
19 December 2008, 04:43 PM
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Same here, still got 2 years subscription left on it although i've started to use my sat nav more now with the speed camera POI's from pocketgpsworld
19 December 2008, 10:35 PM
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Have a look at the micro fuzion. I payed £99 for mine with free life time updates. Picks up fixed cameras possible mobile camera sites and you can add user points as well if you discover a new site inbetween updates.
Fantastic bit of kit.
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Fantastic bit of kit.
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i've started to use my sat nav more now with the speed camera POI's from pocketgpsworld
Hence the Road Angel gathers dust
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Its important to understand those devices above are not detectors, they simply alert you to a pre-programmed location using GPS. They could equally be warning you of McDonalds 
One of the most highly rated detectors is the Valentine One and will actually detect the speed trap, mobile van, police on a bridge, automatic opening doors etc way in advance.
I have a Bel 550 which served me very well for years before switching to GPS. I now tend to rely on my TomTom with up to date camera databases, the important thing to remember is GPS devices are only as good as the database and will never detect mobile radar vans and hand held units (some GPS have laser add-ons)
A point to note is that detectors are potentially on dodgy legal ground since you are intercepting and acting on 'police signals'. Many European countries have heavy penaulties for carrying such equipment.
One of the most highly rated detectors is the Valentine One and will actually detect the speed trap, mobile van, police on a bridge, automatic opening doors etc
way in advance.I have a Bel 550 which served me very well for years before switching to GPS. I now tend to rely on my TomTom with up to date camera databases, the important thing to remember is GPS devices are only as good as the database and will never detect mobile radar vans and hand held units (some GPS have laser add-ons)
A point to note is that detectors are potentially on dodgy legal ground since you are intercepting and acting on 'police signals'. Many European countries have heavy penaulties for carrying such equipment.
Originally Posted by Foreign & Commonwealth Office
Radar detectors are illegal in France whether in use or not. If you are caught with such equipment in your vehicle, you are liable to a fine, confiscation of the device and the vehicle. You should therefore ensure radar detectors are removed from your vehicle before commencing any journey to France.
Originally Posted by French Embassy
Under articles L413-2 and R413-15 of the French 'Code de la Route' (highway code), it is strictly forbidden to have such devices in cars in France, regardless of whether or not they are in use. Penalties can include fines of up to €3,000, confiscation of the device and of the vehicle.
This legislation does not apply to satellite navigation systems (SatNav or GPS). These can tell motorists only the location of fixed speed cameras, data which is already in the public domain.
This legislation does not apply to satellite navigation systems (SatNav or GPS). These can tell motorists only the location of fixed speed cameras, data which is already in the public domain.
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