Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector

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Pros

  • Clear alert (6)
  • Easy to mount (6)
  • Good sensitivity (5)
  • Durable (4)
  • Neat features or extras (3)
  • Versatile (3)
  • Cordless (1)
  • No ugly wires hanging (1)
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Cons

  • Gives false reads (2)
  • Inaccurate (2)
  • Not adjustable (2)
  • Not durable (2)
  • Battery charge short term (1)
  • Dim screen (1)
  • Freezes up (1)
  • Shuts down completely (1)
  • Wake up warning (1)

Best Uses

  • Highway driving (7)
  • Urban navigation (5)
  • Rural navigation (3)
  • Larger cars (2)
  • Small cars (1)
 
 
 

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The Whistler XTR-190 Cordless Radar / Laser Detector is battery-operated and features an internal battery charger - no cords required! With a host of advanced features like 360-degree perimeter band protection, city and highway modes, and POP mode detection, the XTR-190 is a great solution for those looking for an easy-to-use yet effective detector for a variety of situations. This unit comes complete with a windshield mount and rechargeable batteries for total convenience.

Advanced Features of the Whistler XTR-190

Battery-operated with internal battery charger
The XTR-190 doesn't require car electricity to operate. It comes complete with three rechargeable batteries plus a power cord, and can simply be recharged when it's running low.

Patented VG-2 cloaking technology
Police in many areas use "radar detector detectors," also known as RDD, which pick up the emissions of your radar detector and alert police to its use. VG-2 cloaking technology alerts you to the presence of VG-2 radar and helps alert you to the presence of a speed trap.

POP mode radar detection
POP mode is a form of police radar gun developed several years ago in an attempt to offer radar that would defeat detectors. The transmissions from POP mode radar are much faster than those from typical radars, and are emitted in short bursts rather than long signals like those from typical radar. The XTR-190 can detect even the quick signals of POP mode radar in your area, and alert you in plenty of time.

3 city modes and 1 highway mode
City mode helps reduce the interference and confusion that can be caused by things like automatic door openers, burglar alarm alerts, and other things that can cause your detector to react. While in city mode, the detector will provide an initial alert when signals are detected, and then remain quiet unless the signal strength increases. When and if the signal does increase, the unit will alert you again to notify you. This helps "weed out" other types of signals. In highway mode, the XTR-190 provides full audio and visual warning of all laser and radar signals and maintains full sensitivity at all times. Highway mode is the set default.

Quiet and Auto Quiet modes
Quiet Mode cancels audio during an alert for 20 seconds. After 20 seconds, two beeps are provided on any new alert, and then the unit will remain quiet after that. Auto Quiet reduces the audio to level 1 approximately five seconds after a signal is detected.

Radar Frequencies:

  • 10.500 - 10.550 GHz (X band)
  • 24.050 - 24.250 GHz (K band)
  • 33.400 - 36.000 GHz (Ka Superwideband)

Additional Specifications

  • Selectable tone alerts - choose one that's easy for you to hear
  • Stay Alert setting asks you to push buttons in response to beeps to prove driver alertness
  • Dim and dark modes for day or nighttime driving
  • Safety Warning system keeps you informed of highway safety conditions by alerting you to ambulances, non-moving vehicles, and other road hazards
  • Vehicle battery saver option automatically shuts off unit after 6 hours
  • High-gain lens for increased field of view
  • Windshield mounting bracket, hardware kit, batteries, and power cord included
  • Measures 4.92L x 3.15W x 1.45H inches; weighs 8.5 ounces
  • Sleek gray body color
  • 1-year manufacturer's warranty included
  • Laser wavelength: 905 +/- 10 nanometers
  • Operating temperature range of -10 C to +70 C (14F to 158 F)
  • Power requirements: operational 12 to 15 volts DC, 250mA nominal
  • Vehicle battery saver operates at 30mA nominal
  • Batteries: 3.6 volts; power cord: 12 volts (both included)

Specification Description
Model WHIXTR190, XTR-190, XTR190
UPC 052303403996
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard Yes
Benefits 360° radar (X, K, Ka, superwide Ka) and laser detection for all-around protectionAuto Shut Off Mode automatically shuts off the d
Capacity UOM mAh
Description Header Know what's coming.
Display Catalog Number 55028626
End Product Indicator Yes
Included in the Box Whistler XTR-190 Radar/Laser detectorSuction cups (2)Rubber bumperPower cordHard wire kitOwner's
Manufacturer Labor Warranty 2
Manufacturer Part Number XTR-190
Manufacturer Parts Warranty 2
MAP Price 99.99
Model XTR-190
Operating Temperature UOM ° F
Power Device Power cord
Product Depth 10.2
Product Dimensions UOM inches
Product Disclaimer Laser/radar detectors are not offered where prohibited by law; use may be regulated by state or local laws. Drivers in California and Minnesota s
Product Height 3
Product Type Radar/laser with POP Alert
Product Weight 0.9
Product Weight UOM pounds
Product Width 8.2
Rechargeable Yes
Supported Languages English

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Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Worthy Device/Affordable

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Durable
  • Easy To Mount
  • Good Sensitivity

    Cons

  • Dim Screen

    Best Uses

  • City Driving
  • Highway Driving
  • Rural Driving
 

"Just drove 1,000 Miles with this detector, and so far it has worked great. 3 Cops running Ka/K band were detected at least 2,000 yards away. The battery has great charge, only had to plug it up after 10 hours of driving. A few false reads, but nothing excessive. The LCD screen can be very hard to re …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 17 2008
1K FL TN
Palm Beach, FL
I am:
  • Traveler
Reviewed at:
Price: $109.99
 
 

Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Piece of Junk

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Cordless
  • Easy To Mount

    Cons

  • Freezes Up
  • Not Durable
  • Shuts Down Completely

    Best Uses

  • Highway Driving
 

"I bought this detector because I have to travel the majority of my daily commute on one of Florida's major highways. When it worked, this detector was just ok. I'm not a big speeder; I just wanted something to give me a heads up when highway patrol was around. After only a week's use (i.e. mounting …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Mar 13 2008
Whistling Disappointment
Miami, FL
I am:
  • Commuter
 

Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Don't Buy...Ony Works Sometimes

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Gives False Reads
  • Inaccurate
  • Not Adjustable
  • Not Durable

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I bought this because I figured I needed a radar detector. When I bought it I went to my local Auto store and bought the most expensive one they had (It was kind of a spur of the moment idea). I opened it up and plugged it in and right away it started to beep. there was no one around. I thought "Oh …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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May 2 2009
Patt
MA
I am:
  • Gearhead
  • Tuner
 

Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Bells, whistles and little warning

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • None

    Cons

  • Gives False Reads
  • Inaccurate

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"Bought one of these and took it on a long trip across two states. Returned it immediately after arriving home. You will usually see the police car long before this one sounds its alarm. Shuts off automatically after about 40 minutes. However, when it shuts off it gives you all it has in the way …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Oct 30 2009
Buddy Bear
Montgomery, AL
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  • Commuter
Reviewed at:
Price: $109.99
 
 

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Whistler XTR-190 Battery-Operated Radar/Laser Detector Review

Low Battery Life

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Clear Alert
  • Easy To Mount
  • Good Sensitivity

    Cons

  • Battery Charge Short Term
  • Wake Up Warning

    Best Uses

  • City Driving
  • Highway Driving
  • Rural Driving
 

"Detection works well. Bought it because it was cordless, however the charge did not last very long for my commute distance, which is about 85 miles round trip daily, so I had to take out the batteries and just leave it plugged in all the time. The hourly wake-up alarm is not needed and not appreci …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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May 20 2009
Road Runner
Pennsylvania-Maryland
I am:
  • Commuter
  • Empty Road Traveler
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.99
 
 
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