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A detailed description of police microwave and laser radar, also called lidar. Radars and lidars are not just point at target and click (transmit) devices. There are some basic setup limitations and operating procedures that must be observed. Too often procedures are not properly followed in order to save a little time or hide from motorists, resulting in speed errors. Additionally, far too many operators don't remember, or don't use, any of their radar training.

Patrol Car Radar Set
2 antennas, signal processor,
2 tuning forks, display unit, remote

Radar Set
Inside a Sports Radar
Sports Radar

Police radars and lidars are not just point (at target) and click (transmit) devices. There are some basic setup limitations and operating procedures that must be observed. Too often procedures are not properly followed in order to save a little time or hide from motorists, resulting in speed errors. Additionally, far too many operators don't remember, or don't use, what they were taught in radar training.

Information includes;
  • How Radar and Lidar Work
  • Optional Modes and Features
  • Proper Setup and Use
  • Testing
  • Limitations
  • Potential Operator Errors
  • Common Misreadings and Mistakes

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Police 10 Codes
Universal Time (UTC)
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Publications
Police Radar Basics (Table of Contents)
Everything Every Driver, and the Police, should know about Traffic Speed Radar
Amazon

Police Radar Operator Error (Table of Contents)
Microwave and Laser Radar Protocols and Results of Improper Use
Amazon | Apple Books

Police Radar Handbook (Table of Contents)
A Comprehensive Guide to Speed Measuring Systems
Amazon


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