New radar detector/scrambler on the market

[Jim Griffin <JGriff@pobox.com>]

FYI... I found this in a newsgroup.....

Hmm.... could it be better than a Valentine 1? At least price-wise, they are
competitive!!

EL PASO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 16, 1996--Who knows what  
squad cars lurk around the next corner? 
   The Phantom(TM) knows!  This wallet-sized product from Rocky  
Mountain Radar is the first device to combine a radar detector and a 
laser/radar scrambler in a single compact unit.  It offers 
state-of-the-art radar detection against X, K, Ka (superwide) and 
instant-on radar guns PLUS the ability to render vehicles 
electronically invisible to waiting squad cars through a passive 
jamming technology that is perfectly legal. 
   As a bonus, the company guarantees to pay the fine if a driver  
using the Phantom gets a speeding ticket. 

Scrambling Police Signals  

   The Phantom's scrambler does exactly what its name implies: it  
scrambles any signal it receives.  When it receives a radar signal, 
the unit mixes it with an FM chirp and bounces it back at the squad 
car via a waveguide antenna, effectively confusing the computer 
inside the radar gun.  It always transmits an infrared beam that has 
the same effect on laser Lidar units.  As a result, a car protected 
with the Phantom is invisible to police equipment. 
   A custom integrated circuit provides complete coverage over the  
entire Doppler range, preventing telltale "holes" that will cause a 
vehicle to show up on police equipment at certain speeds.  The 
scrambler has a 2-to-3-mile range that gives you time to moderate 
your speed before you hit the 100-foot danger zone where your vehicle 
may become visible. 
   For peace of mind, the Phantom also features multiple diagnostic  
systems that enable the driver to confirm the scrambler is doing its 
work.  A built-in tester inside the circuit shuts off the power light 
if the unit is not working, and consumers can also conduct a manual 
check by pressing a test button that makes the FM chirp audible via 
speaker. 

High Performance Radar Detector  

   The Phantom's radar detector protects drivers over a 4-mile  
range with advanced features that include a Mute Switch that turns 
off the speaker when the driver encounters radar; a City Switch that 
reduces the detector's sensitivity to prevent easy activation by 
automatic door openers and other interference; a Dark Mode that 
allows the driver to hear the speaker without irritating flashing 
lights at night; and a VG-2 Circuit that acts as a shield against 
police radar detector detectors. 
   It also includes a different alarm for each band, variable alarm  
that indicates range and a test button to ascertain that all circuits 
are functioning properly. 

Simple Installation  

   The Phantom is easy to install and comes with a windshield mount,  
power-cord and velcro.  The unit works off the car's cigarette 
lighter. 

Three-Year Warranty and Ticket Rebate  

   The Phantom is guaranteed against defects in workmanship and  
materials for 36 months.  The unit also comes with an exclusive one- 
year ticket rebate program that will reimburse the customer for the 
cost of a speeding fine if it is no more than 30 percent or 15 mph 
over the speed limit.  The rebate does not extend to more flagrant 
speeders because officers are likely to detect such violations by 
sight, whether they get a radar reading or not. 

Pricing, Ordering  

   The Phantom sells for $349.95 and is available from fine  
electronic stores, catalogs, or directly from Rocky Mountain Radar at 
915/587-0307. 
  	   	
                             Jim Griffin
                      JGriff@pobox.com
                        Maryland, USA
"Perception is often stronger than reality!"
                               '92 100S
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