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Snooper 815iS Radar/Laser Detector

Snooper 815
Snooper 815iS


This is "not a bad little unit for the price", it's performance is no where near the Bel 990 but it did perform quite well
This unit was tested at the same spots on the same days as the other units in the tests.

This was the smallest of the units tested and Snooper claim it is the smallest in the world. Options for mounting are Velcro and Window suckers, the mounting bracket for the window suckers is firm and stays well clear of the unit. Power cable was more than long enough and the instructions were good.

You can not switch off any of the bands on this unit. So we expected loads of X band alarms, (Not used any more in the UK) You just get a Mute Button, City Button, Dark Button. The volume on the unit is loud enough and the build is very good.

Alarms come in a form of lights and chirps. With lights also displaying the strength of the signal.

Power up goes through a test run sounding off all the alarms and at the same time the appropriate lights for each alarm flash

As you approach a Gatso the alarm sounds and the K band light Illuminates, and the field strength meter shows the strength of the signal


K Alarm Lights.

So what tests did we do?

The most important one is the Gatso Test. We have a section of road that we use for all Gatso tests, it has one of the lowest radar scatter fields making it more of a challenge to Radar Detectors it also allows us to do the national speed limit if we want to. All the Radar detectors are tested in the same vehicles and in the same position on the windscreen.

The 815 was subjected to three passes using a stopwatch to time the unit from the first beep to the point of passing the Gatso to establish an average warning time . Speed was 60mph. Please note warning times can vary subject to conditions.

Times for the Gatso Test. Roadside FIP

Approaching Back of Gatso Approaching Face of Gatso.
  • Average 3.4 seconds
  • Average 6.5 seconds

Times for the Gatso Test. M25 Gantry Gatso.

Important Note: The Gatso Used was a solo Gantry Gatso on the M25 Motorway. Speed was 80mph
We had the information confirmed by a contact in the Met that no other Gatso was working within 2 miles, this is important since another Gatso near the area can effect the results in a major way since they are mounted so high.

Approaching Back of Gatso Approaching Face of Gatso.
  • Average 10.99 seconds
  • Average 14.0 seconds

Laser Gun Test.

The Laser gun was used in two ways, the first test was directly at the car with the detector in it, although the detector worked and was instant on alarm, if the officer used the first reading you were in trouble. However they often take a few readings so you may have a chance to slow. The second test was to have two cars in front and the operator target the first car and see if there was enough scatter for the third car to get an alarm, it was not a problem for the Snooper we had an alarm in all three runs.

In our opinion you could get a warning or you could get nicked when it come to the Laser alert mode.

False Alarm Test.

This is done over a six mile selection of roads taking in two Gatso's and a town center with Banks, Supermarkets and DIY stores.
We had three alarms on the K band and four on the X band. The amount of false alarms is important, if it spends all its life beeping at you, you will soon start to ignore it.

Can we recommend it, Sort of Yes

What do we like.
What don't we like.
  • Its size
  • Loud Clear Sounds
  • User functions
  • Build Quality
  • Instructions
  • Good choice of mounts
  • Warranty
  • Value for money
  • It's performance is not fantastic
    but it does do a fairly good job
  • Display
  • False Alarms
  • No selectable frequencies
  • No Case



Snooper SD815i features

  • 5 Band radar detection including the Ku band - detects ALL radar traps.
  • Specially tuned 1000 MHz bandwidths on both X and K frequencies.
  • Undetectable Stealth Technology.
  • 360 degree Radar and Laser detection - 100% protection.
  • Separate audio and visual indicators - for complete information.
  • Mute, Dark and City controls - for optimum control.
  • Range finder LED's - lets you know how far away the trap is.
  • Includes Owners Manual containing background information on Radar & Laser techniques.
    Dashboard Velcro Mount, Cigarette lighter power lead, windscreen support bracket and suction pads.
  • Professional Quality Product - 2 year warranty
  • Dimensions: 25mm x 68mm x 88mm

iS Radar/Laser Detector


Snooper 815iS


This is "not a bad little unit for the price", it's performance is no where near the Bel 990 but it did perform quite well
This unit was tested at the same spots on the same days as the other units in the tests.

This was the smallest of the units tested and Snooper claim it is the smallest in the world. Options for mounting are Velcro and Window suckers, the mounting bracket for the window suckers is firm and stays well clear of the unit. Power cable was more than long enough and the instructions were good.

You can not switch off any of the bands on this unit. So we expected loads of X band alarms, (Not used any more in the UK) You just get a Mute Button, City Button, Dark Button. The volume on the unit is loud enough and the build is very good.

Alarms come in a form of lights and chirps. With lights also displaying the strength of the signal.

Power up goes through a test run sounding off all the alarms and at the same time the appropriate lights for each alarm flash

As you approach a Gatso the alarm sounds and the K band light Illuminates, and the field strength meter shows the strength of the signal


K Alarm Lights.

So what tests did we do?

The most important one is the Gatso Test. We have a section of road that we use for all Gatso tests, it has one of the lowest radar scatter fields making it more of a challenge to Radar Detectors it also allows us to do the national speed limit if we want to. All the Radar detectors are tested in the same vehicles and in the same position on the windscreen.

The 815 was subjected to three passes using a stopwatch to time the unit from the first beep to the point of passing the Gatso to establish an average warning time . Speed was 60mph. Please note warning times can vary subject to conditions.

Times for the Gatso Test. Roadside FIP

Approaching Back of Gatso Approaching Face of Gatso.
  • Average 3.4 seconds
  • Average 6.5 seconds

Times for the Gatso Test. M25 Gantry Gatso.

Important Note: The Gatso Used was a solo Gantry Gatso on the M25 Motorway. Speed was 80mph
We had the information confirmed by a contact in the Met that no other Gatso was working within 2 miles, this is important since another Gatso near the area can effect the results in a major way since they are mounted so high.

Approaching Back of Gatso Approaching Face of Gatso.
  • Average 10.99 seconds
  • Average 14.0 seconds

Laser Gun Test.

The Laser gun was used in two ways, the first test was directly at the car with the detector in it, although the detector worked and was instant on alarm, if the officer used the first reading you were in trouble. However they often take a few readings so you may have a chance to slow. The second test was to have two cars in front and the operator target the first car and see if there was enough scatter for the third car to get an alarm, it was not a problem for the Snooper we had an alarm in all three runs.

In our opinion you could get a warning or you could get nicked when it come to the Laser alert mode.

False Alarm Test.

This is done over a six mile selection of roads taking in two Gatso's and a town center with Banks, Supermarkets and DIY stores.
We had three alarms on the K band and four on the X band. The amount of false alarms is important, if it spends all its life beeping at you, you will soon start to ignore it.

Can we recommend it, Sort of Yes

What do we like.
What don't we like.
  • Its size
  • Loud Clear Sounds
  • User functions
  • Build Quality
  • Instructions
  • Good choice of mounts
  • Warranty
  • Value for money
  • It's performance is not fantastic
    but it does do a fairly good job
  • Display
  • False Alarms
  • No selectable frequencies
  • No Case



Snooper SD815i features

  • 5 Band radar detection including the Ku band - detects ALL radar traps.
  • Specially tuned 1000 MHz bandwidths on both X and K frequencies.
  • Undetectable Stealth Technology.
  • 360 degree Radar and Laser detection - 100% protection.
  • Separate audio and visual indicators - for complete information.
  • Mute, Dark and City controls - for optimum control.
  • Range finder LED's - lets you know how far away the trap is.
  • Includes Owners Manual containing background information on Radar & Laser techniques.
    Dashboard Velcro Mount, Cigarette lighter power lead, windscreen support bracket and suction pads.
  • Professional Quality Product - 2 year warranty
  • Dimensions: 25mm x 68mm x 88mm

 


 
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