The Escort Max Ci 360 is a top notch custom installed radar detector. The Max Ci 360 owner’s manual covers a lot of the basics in how to use and configure your detector.
In this tutorial, I’ll explain things in a bit more detail, go over what the optimal settings are, and cover the new features that have since been added that aren’t in the manual.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/05/how-to-set-up-configure-the-escort-max-ci-360/
The new Valentine 1 Gen2 is based on a completely new underlying platform than the Gen1 so let’s pop the hood, take the detector apart, and take a closer look at what’s inside. 🙂
V1 Gen2 Teardown
Note: All the photos are available in high res so click on any image to zoom in and take a closer look around, check out part numbers, and see how everything has been laid out. This is a look at my repaired V1 Gen2 after it died.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/05/valentine-1-gen2-under-the-hood/
The new Valentine 1 Gen2 ($499) has finally been released and it’s the biggest change we’ve seen to the V1 in 30 years. It features an all new design, longer range, better false alert filtering, RDD immunity, and integrated Bluetooth with support for fantastic cell phone apps.
I’ve been running the V1 Gen2 since its debut in March and while many early units have been plagued with poor reliability and a variety of hardware failures, and even repaired detectors continue to fail, my (now repaired) Gen2 has nevertheless become one of my favorite windshield mount radar detectors, particularly when paired with third party apps. Here’s my complete review of the new V1 Gen2.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/05/valentine-1-gen2-review/
Uniden just released firmware 1.53 for the Uniden R1 and Uniden R3. This is a small update that improves MRCD detection, changes how speed camera overspeed alert show up, and improves the responsiveness of the detector’s interface. This update adds some changes first brought over to the Uniden R7 with fw 1.29.
Uniden R3 running firmware 1.53
Let’s cover all the new changes and then go over how to update.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/uniden-r1-r3-update-firmware-153/
So how does the new Valentine 1 Gen2 stack up in terms of long term detection? Well this week I went to find out by testing it against all the other best radar detectors on the market.
Valentine 1 Gen2 with the Escort Max 360c, Valentine 1 Gen1, Uniden R7, Escort Redline EX, & Radenso Pro M
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/valentine-1-gen2-testing-vs-uniden-r7-v1-gen1/
This week I had the opportunity to sit down and talk to the man, the myth, the legend, Mike Valentine, and learn all about his brand new Valentine One Gen2. I got to ask him about the new changes and improvements in this next generation V1. Here is our complete discussion for you to enjoy. 🙂
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/interview-mike-valentine-v1-gen2/
The Valentine 1 Gen 2 (purchase here) can be programmed using the V1connection app (free) for Android or iOS. This helps you tailor your V1 based on your preferences and driving needs.
I recommend using V1connection just to program your V1 initially. It’s much better than trying to program the V1 manually. Then when driving day to day, I recommend running JBV1 (free) or Highway Radar (free) on Android, and V1Driver ($10) or V1 Companion ($10) on iOS to add a bunch of extra functionality like voice alerts, alert logging, improved false alert filtering with automatic GPS lockouts, etc.
In this article we’ll go over how to setup and configure your Valentine 1 Gen 2 radar detector using the V1connection app.
This guide was last updated in September 2024. It is current as of the September 2024 update, firmware 4.1035.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/how-to-program-v1-gen-2-v1connection/
JBV1 is easily one of the best countermeasure apps available. It’s was developed by @johnboy00 for the Valentine 1 (hence the name JBV1) and it has taken the place of YaV1 as the best app (it’s Android only) to run with your V1. It has also since added integration with the TMG laser jammer, plus it can now be run standalone so you can take advantage of many of its features even if you’re not running a V1 or TMG.
JBV1 is packed with a crazy amount of features. Here’s a look at some of the highlights of the app and how to get started using it.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/getting-started-with-jbv1/
Valentine Research has just started shipping the new Valentine One Gen 2 ($499). This is a huge update to the legendary Valentine One. The new V1 Gen 2 includes many hardware and software improvements.
Update May 2020: The new V1 has been out for two months and you can now read my in-depth Valentine 1 Gen2 review.
VR is planning on officially announcing it on their website next week and detailing all of the changes, but pre-orders have started shipping this week. Here’s our first look at the brand new Valentine 1.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/03/valentine-1-gen-2-hands-on-first-look/
Radar detector detectors like the Spectre Elite are designed specifically to detect radar detectors. Ever wondered how RDD’s work? Will Theia be undetectable to RDD’s?
Radenso just published an amazing video going over RDD’s. In this video, they explain exactly how radar detector detectors work and then gave us a look at what we can expect with their upcoming radar detector, Theia.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.vortexradar.com/2020/02/radenso-theia-vs-spectre-rdd/
Uniden R8 ($699)
Best Performing GPS Radar Detector
Valentine 1 Gen2 ($599)
Best for Radar Detector Enthusiasts
Uniden R7 ($499)
Best bang for the buck with arrows
Uniden R4
($379)
Best non-arrow detector
Uniden R3 ($299)
Best performance under $300
Uniden DFR7 ($199)
Best under $200
AntiLaser Priority ($1069 Dual, $1699 Triple TX BT HiFi)
The best performing and top laser jammer on the market
Stinger Fibers ($1825 Dual, $2525 Triple)
Tiny heads for stealthy installs, great for exotic cars, expensive, poor track record of updates
Adaptiv TPX ($949 Triple)
Best affordable laser jammer (Save 10% with coupon “Vortex”)
Uniden R9 ($3,999, radar and laser)
High performance radar detector & laser jammer combo
Net Radar DSP ($619, $1119 w/ arrows)
Affordable custom installed radar detector, integrates with AntiLaser Priority
