Review: Escort Solo Radar Detector
When you are looking for a Radar detector, it helps to understand what you need and want before you run out and purchase one. The Escort Solo radar detector is one of the many models of radar detectors available on the market today. As with most products, there are advantages and disadvantages to this model. However, before we start discussing either one, let us have a closer look at the Escort Solo S2 radar detector.
The Escort Solo S2 radar detector is a cordless radar that operates on batteries or an optional Escort smart cord. Of course, to get the full effects of being cordless, you would have to forgo the smart cord. However, for those who want to save on battery, the smart cord is a great investment. The radar itself offers LCD graphic display with LED backlight, as well as DSP (Digital Signal Processing. Driving through different areas such as cities or highways is easy with the included sensitivity control.
This radar detector has four different operating bands such as Laser, Ka-band, K-band, and X-band. It contains a host of features such as:
- Long Range Detection
- Power Management
- Immunity against the VG-2
- Earphone Plug-in
- Power Indicator
- Automatic On/Off Power
- Meter for Signal Strength
- Automatic Mute
- City Mode
- Auto Tones
- Control for Brightness
- On/Off Bands
The Escort Solo radar detector promotes laser and radar detection at 360 degrees, as well as the ability to eliminate almost all false signals. Escort backs their products with a thirty day trial feature, if ordered directly from the factory, as well as a one year limited warranty on all their products.
Advantages
There are many advantages to this radar detector and the first one being that it runs on batteries. The 2 double A batteries that are included with the model allow for motorists to forgo using their car lighter. However, since many new car models exclude a car lighter in this day in age, a battery powered radar detector is the way to go.
Other advantages include the fact that the radar detector can go with you anywhere you go, such as in rental cars or when traveling with other friends. It is compact and ready for use whenever you are ready. You might also enjoy the LCD screen because of its many features as well. You can easily spot how much battery is left, as well as when the system is on mute, and the voltage in the electrical system of your vehicle.
Disadvantages
Like anything, there are disadvantages with this radar detector. The buttons are very small on this model, which means you are essentially hoping that you hit the right buttons, not an easy task with someone who has large hands or fingers. Also, because the model runs on AA batteries, it is very likely, if you use the radar detector often, that you will spend more than your fair share on batteries keeping the juice flowing.