Originally Posted by KennyR (Post 4038325)

David: Hope you did too! :thumbsup: I'm a long time fan/user of Escort/Passport (currently in all 4 of my vehicles) but I've looked hard at Valentine in the past. The primary advantage of the tried-and-true V1 is the ability to better identify the radar location, but I've never really cared where the radar was coming from, just that it's on and I'd better slow down quickly. In the end, the Passport has saved my butt way too many times over the years to make the change. Please post again in a few months after you've tried it for a while with a review!

Originally Posted by KennyR (Post 4038325)

. The primary advantage of the tried-and-true V1 is the ability to better identify the radar location, but I've never really cared where the radar was coming from, just that it's on and I'd better slow down quickly.

Originally Posted by Ovrclck (Post 4038685)

The v1 can be hard wired for power? Never really needed a radar detector but the peace of mind is always nice.

Originally Posted by two250 (Post 4038686)

Yes, it comes with a hard wire kit in the box.

Originally Posted by DavidOrtiz (Post 4038760)

Anyone ever set the "t" function to ON (arrow down)? I set that custom function and it worked pleasantly.

Although the "T" in the instructions looks nothing like the T on the device. Takes a little getting use to but so far I like it.

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Originally Posted by two250 (Post 4038988)

I'm not sure if I've ever used that. I used to get "J-outs" meaning a junk radar detector (Cobra) set off the Ka alert. After disabling "POP" I no longer get J-outs. I think with POP on the V1 will alert you of any K or Ka threat before it filters it, just to get you an alert as fast as possible even if it's a false. After it filters it then it will J-out if it's not a Ka radar source. I got tired of the falses and shut it off.

Originally Posted by DavidOrtiz (Post 4039203)

Hmmmm "J-Out" I need to become familiar with the terminology. I was thinking of disabling X-band as I doubt that gets used in SW Florida. Not sure about eliminating pop. Although I think if they "pop" you, by the time you're warned, you're basically clocked. Right?

Is it safe to just use Ka and Laser? Although with laser, the same thing applies I suppose. :(

Originally Posted by two250 (Post 4039460)

A "J-Out" is when another radar detector sets off your V1. It will beep Ka then flash "J" when it realizes it's a "Junk" radar signal. Disabling POP stops this from happening. I don't use POP because if they instant on you with Ka they are probably going to get you before you have a chance. Usually they alert me anyway by hitting cars in front of me first. So they extra half a second warning with POP on isn't worth the numerous "J-Outs" that come with it. If you're in a rural area then leaving POP on is probably a good thing, it's better suited for emptier roads out of the city, something I never really drive on. I use just Ka, not even laser. X and K don't exist around here, and even laser is extremely rare. Plus as soon as your V1 goes off with laser they already have you, the only way to protect against laser is with Jammers. Really all your settings are more determined by your area, and how the police try to get you.

Originally Posted by DavidOrtiz (Post 4039468)

Hmmmm. This sounds interesting. That said, would you and/or anyone else recommend the iPhone Bluetooth adapter? I see the V1 app (see attached) has the ability to setup and switch between endless user-defined monitoring profiles.

Thoughts?

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Originally Posted by pauliekeys (Post 4039992)

Personally can't have a detector without the arrows, I find it so useful knowing where the boogie is coming from especially when it is coming up on me from behind. Of course the V1 will also show other threats in front and on the sides at the same time! The best add on I can suggest is the concealed display. Keeps the unit dark where others can't see it, especially at night!

Originally Posted by DavidOrtiz (Post 4037940)

Made the switch from the Passport Max to the Valentine1. Just ordered the V1 today.

Any advice, comments and/or suggestions are always welcomed.

Hope I made the right choice.

Best,
David

Originally Posted by KennyR (Post 4038325)

I'm a long time fan/user of Escort/Passport (currently in all 4 of my vehicles) but I've looked hard at Valentine in the past. The primary advantage of the tried-and-true V1 is the ability to better identify the radar location, but I've never really cared where the radar was coming from, just that it's on and I'd better slow down quickly.

Originally Posted by KennyR (Post 4038325)

In the end, the Passport has saved my butt way too many times over the years to make the change.