Proximity Sensor interference w/ radar detectors
Every since switching to my S2K, I've had way too many detector problems w/ excessive falsing, almost to the point where I wondered if I'd be better off w/o a detector.
I sold my V1, disclosing that it might need a tune up, and ordered a new one. While waiting for the new one to arrive, I used my Passport 7500, which was false-free. The new V1 exhibited the same problems as the old one, however, so I decided not to keep it.
I then tried a friend's 8500, and it was quiet. Ordered one, and mine it was noisier than the V1! At this point, I was truly frustrated. I tried the coiled cord to see if the direct wire might be the source of the problem. While taking it down, still powered, I inadvertently pointed it toward the center console, and it went nuts! The prox. sensor was emitting Ka-band signals!
I took it to Custom Sounds yesterday, and they re-wired it so it's deactivated while driving. The 8500 now works great, though I'm not sure I'd have been motivated to sell my original V1 had I known what the problem was. So far, Custom Sounds hasn't seen this problem elsewhere, however. Has anybody else experienced this?
Also, Custom Sounds mentioned a black S2000 that they installed a 6.5" sub in the passenger footwell. They said it sounds great. Anybody on the list? I'd love to hear it!
I sold my V1, disclosing that it might need a tune up, and ordered a new one. While waiting for the new one to arrive, I used my Passport 7500, which was false-free. The new V1 exhibited the same problems as the old one, however, so I decided not to keep it.
I then tried a friend's 8500, and it was quiet. Ordered one, and mine it was noisier than the V1! At this point, I was truly frustrated. I tried the coiled cord to see if the direct wire might be the source of the problem. While taking it down, still powered, I inadvertently pointed it toward the center console, and it went nuts! The prox. sensor was emitting Ka-band signals!
I took it to Custom Sounds yesterday, and they re-wired it so it's deactivated while driving. The 8500 now works great, though I'm not sure I'd have been motivated to sell my original V1 had I known what the problem was. So far, Custom Sounds hasn't seen this problem elsewhere, however. Has anybody else experienced this?
Also, Custom Sounds mentioned a black S2000 that they installed a 6.5" sub in the passenger footwell. They said it sounds great. Anybody on the list? I'd love to hear it!
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