Street Storm STR-9540EX Radar Detector is a new generation premium detector with high quality electronics. Street Storm has collected all the best practices in this model. It has wide functionality that can satisfy even the most picky user.
General Description
As already mentioned, the Street Storm STR-9540EX is a new generation radar. Its main difference from devices of similar purpose is the built-in GPS module with pre-installed databases of the positions of road cameras, and it is able to monitor the Strelka ST system thanks to its radar antenna even when the GPS connection is turned off. Prior to the creation of the Street Storm STR-9540EX GPS, there were no systems of this class in the world. This is an absolute novelty of the past, 2013, it is rightfully considered today the best of radar detectors. The warning range of Strelka, Robot and Avtodoriya traffic cameras is up to one and a half kilometers, which is a record among modern radar systems.
Endless Possibilities
Thanks to its powerful processor - ST MicroElectronics, created using Extreme SensitivityPlatform (ESP) technology, the Street Storm anti-radar is capable of detecting all measuring instruments based on the principle of vehicle direction finding on the balance sheet of the police. The device is able to perceive radiation in the X, K, Ka, POP and Laser frequency ranges. Thanks to the GPS logger, as well as the installed base of stationary video cameras, the Street Storm STR-9540EX will also warn about systems that do not measure the speed of vehicles, for example, about cameras installed over the lanes of public transport.
Information signaling is carried out by sound signals with different tones, voice prompts and textual information placed on the multifunctional display (in Russian). The Street Storm anti-radar detects the type of police system that is installed in your path. So, when alerting about traffic police radars, a signal individual for each type of device is heard, and its name is displayed on the monitor. The driver will know for sure that there is a video camera ahead, and how far it is installed. The stationary databases can be updated periodically by connecting the machine to a computer. In addition, the radar detector provides the function of automatic entry of labels with new cameras and radars right in the process of movement. The use of various operating modes "City-1", "City-2" and "Route" allows you to cut off false positives. This makes the use of Street Storm STR-9540EX GPS convenient even in modern megacities, where due to the abundance of interferencemost radar detectors.
Functional Features
This navigator with anti-radar is based on a powerful ESP processor, it has a reinforced horn antenna to increase the detection range. The viewing angle of the sensor is 360 degrees. The device has an advanced filter against impulse noise. Voice and text notification is carried out in Russian. Detection of the following types of radars: "Robot" and "Strelka-ST" (special alert signal), "Vizir", "Falcon", "Iskra", "Kris-P", "Binar", "Radis", "AMATA", Arena and LISD. Street Storm STR-9540EX has the ability to selectively turn off scan ranges to optimize performance, increase processor speed, and reduce false positives.
The functional range of the radar detector has a brightness control and a frequency indication mode. The device has a USB service port for updating the software in case of new models of video cameras and police radars. The settings provide for manual adjustment of the warning volume level and an automatic volume reduction mode. When the detector is turned off, all user settings are saved. The Street Storm STR-9540EX radar detector has a unique mode for maximum suppression of industrial interference in the K-band - "City-3".
Specifications
Specification: receiver - superheterodyne type with double frequency conversion; antenna - linearly polarized, horn type; detectoris a frequency discriminator. The operating temperature range is from -20 to +70 degrees Celsius. Power is supplied from a DC source with a voltage of 12015 volts. Current consumption - 250 mA. Frequency bands: 33.4 - 36 GHz (Ka-band); 24.05 - 24.25 GHz (K-band); 10.525 - 10.55 GHz (X-band). A photodiode with a convex lens is used as an optical sensor.
The structure of the device. Module EX
The device consists of three main parts: ESP platform, EX module and GPS module. Experts say that this is the best radar detector, its uniqueness lies in the combination of a GPS unit and a highly sensitive EX module. This combination makes it possible, with a 100% result, to receive timely notification of drivers about approaching not only to the place of fixing the speed regime, but also control of the allocated lane for public transport, passage through prohibiting traffic lights, traffic in the oncoming lane, etc.
The EX module is a unique technology that was developed by the engineers of the Korean company Street Storm to equip radar detectors on high-performance platforms with an additional unit designed to detect robot and Strelka-ST / M radars at a distance of up to two kilometers. Detectors without this module are also able to detect Strelka, but the distance will be too short. In addition, such devices are characterized by low information content (indication in the K-band). Street Storm STR-9540EX has a unique and undoubtedly very usefuloption - "Geiger on Strelka". This option is available only to devices of this company. It works as follows: when the device captures the radar of a police officer, the detector shows, in addition to the type of complex, a gradation of changes in signal strength. That is, as you approach the source or move away from it, the signal level will also change. That is why many drivers claim that this is the best anti-radar. In the software version of June 28, 2013, a six-level "Geiger on Strelka" was implemented.
GPS module
The built-in GPS module allows you to implement an approach alert in a stationary speed camera from a predetermined distance. And in addition to the EX module, it is also able to warn about those means of keeping order on the road that detect the exit into the oncoming lane, movement at a prohibitory traffic signal, etc. due to video or photo recording without a radar component, that is, from passive devices that do not emit anything (Avtohuragan, Avtodoriya, Strelka-video and others). After all, only GPS technology can provide guaranteed protection against these means. The module has a regularly updated database of coordinates and types of stationary radars. In addition, the user will be able to independently add or remove their own labels. The formation of the database and the installation of independent points takes into account the direction of movement, so the device reports the presence of a trap only when moving in its direction and is silent when driving in oncoming lanes. This reduces the number of falsepositives.
Usage nuances
At driving speeds up to 120 km/h, GPS warnings start 800 meters from the object (warning turns on and counts down in meters to the point). In the event that the speed is higher, the alert starts at 1200 meters. Anti-radar "Storm" against the "Strelka" system works much more efficiently than similar devices, including premium devices.
Location in car
The case of the device is made of a special anti-vandal rubberized material in black. The size and design of this model favorably distinguish it from detectors of other manufacturers. The anti-radar in its dimensions is almost two times smaller than its "classmates". It is mounted on the windshield on a miniature bracket using suction cups, or mounted on the panel on a special anti-slip mat. The device is powered from the on-board network through the cigarette lighter. Installation is done on your own, a lot of time is not required for this. The device comes with power cords and matching with a personal computer, as well as a Russian-language instruction. The radar detector is quite easy to use, all functions are organized in such a way that the user is able to independently deal with all its capabilities.
Updating the base of coordinates and software
Street Storm STR-9540EX software is updated by the user on a personal PC through the official website (streetstorm.ru) in automatic mode, throughUSB connector of the device and matching cable. This is another plus of this model, because the owners have to give many radar detectors to the service departments to install a new firmware. This option for Shtorm radars has so far been implemented only for a line of models with a GPS module. With the release of a new version of the software, manufacturers can expand and improve the functions of the device, adapt the radar detector to new police systems or change the principles of operation of existing ones. This is constantly done by companies involved in the production and development of devices designed to detect offenses on the roads. Thanks to timely updates, the device will remain relevant for a long time.
In addition to the software, you can also update the database containing the coordinates of alert points. This procedure is carried out free of charge once every two months. The database includes a complete list of known permanently installed video cameras and police radars, their types, thanks to which the device is able to issue the most informative message to the user.
Setting the speed threshold
Using the GPS-module allows the driver to set the speed threshold, while the sound alert will not be issued if the vehicle speed is below the set value. After all, if this function is deactivated, then the radar detector will constantly annoy the driver with warning messages about approaching the control point, even if the car is moving less than 5 km / h. Therefore, the user can set the thresholdoperation, say 60 km/h. In this case, the detector will emit only one warning signal. If the car exceeds the speed threshold, the device will warn him about this.
Arrow detector algorithm
The device can detect signals from the Strelka police complex before the built-in GPS receiver notifies the user about approaching a point entered in the database. In this case, the message “RADAR ARROW” appears on the display, and the level of the approaching signal will also be heard and will increase. When there are 800 meters left to the point, a message from the GPS will appear and the remaining distance to the point will start counting. If the car is moving at a speed of more than 120 km / h, the device notifies the driver earlier - at a distance of 1200 meters (so that there is time to slow down).
Let's discuss reviews. Street Storm STR-9540EX
Studying reviews about this device on various forums and social networks on the World Wide Web, most often you come across a sea of emotions, mostly positive. But there is very little objective information. To obtain a more or less realistic assessment of this model, it will be necessary to study a huge number of such reports and conduct their systematic analysis. Well, let's start studying reviews.
Street Storm STR-9540EX, according to drivers, is the best detector and an indispensable assistant on the road. Most users note that it works at a distance of more than one and a half kilometers, and detects all types of radars with its detector, except for Avtodoria. GPS alsobeyond praise, he does not miss a single stationary complex. The next plus is the possibility of free regular firmware and database updates. There are a lot of positive reviews about the high information content of the device, both in sound and in text form, about the types of radars and their remoteness. Many drivers note the stylish case and the abundance of settings that allow you to customize the device to your preferences.
We continue to discuss reviews. Street Storm STR-9540EX and its shortcomings
Despite the fact that, in general, most drivers characterize the device exclusively on the positive side, it, like any other device, has its drawbacks. Let us dwell on them in more detail, but not because there are more of them, not at all, but because, by acquiring such equipment, each of us hopes that the radar detector will not let you down and save you from unnecessary troubles on the road. Therefore, it is imperative to study, first of all, the weak points of any device in order to protect yourself in the future. First of all, the range of this detector should be noted. It would seem that this is one of its main advantages. Nevertheless, this is an advantage that turns into a disadvantage. The radar detector "takes" everything, even what is not needed, this is especially noticeable in the "Track" mode. He manages to respond to supermarkets and gas stations.
To eliminate such alarms, you will have to tinker with the settings, or you are doomed to slow down even in an open field, even where the traffic police have never set foot. Now let's move on to the GPS module. Many usersits excessive activity is noted, this especially applies to the operation of the device in megacities. There are a lot of cameras installed there, but not all of them work, being, in fact, dummies. GPS reports everything in a row, which also creates a number of inconveniences. In addition, drivers note that this module heats up quite a lot and shows the wrong speed. So, if the arrow on the speedometer points to a mark of one hundred kilometers, then the device determines 93 km / h, which is unacceptable for such equipment. As mentioned above, the device gets very hot, this leads to the fact that in hot weather it turns off from overheating. The developers should have thought about the ventilation system of the device, because there is not a single hole in it to remove warm air. The last drawback is the high cost of the Street Storm STR-9540EX radar detector. The price of such a detector is in the range of 10-12 thousand rubles, which is excessive for many motorists. However, according to happy owners, the device pays for itself very quickly, saving the driver from numerous fines.
Conclusion
Despite these shortcomings, the STR-9540EX is the best premium-class detector today in the price range up to 12 thousand rubles. Despite the fact that for such money you can buy even the best DVRs with radar detectors from Conqueror, Akenori, Highscreen, many motorists prefer the Street Storm lineup, because these devices are considered the most reliable today. And their main advantage is the possibility of periodicupdates of software and databases for finding stationary police complexes.
