Laser Jammer Tests

The manufacturer of the M27 and M47 Xtreme laser jammer has filed for trademark rights in the UK recently.  Read Blinder's application and story here:

http://www.laserjammertests.com/blinderipotrademarkuk.htm

- Chris

On April, 29th 2009, I wrote a blog about a few laser jammer "testers" not disclosing the whole truth about their Laser Interceptor transponder failures.  I spoke about one person in particular that goes by the name of "happyA$$."  Shortly after I wrote that blog I received an email from Steve saying my source was incorrect and that he wasn't the one who had returned his heads numerous times.  At the time I believed my source was more credible than HappyA$$ on that topic, especially since it was an embarrassing blog about himself.  I've had alot of time to think about Steve's claim and I can say in good faith that I believe him.  It's now my personal opinion that my source added Steve's name accidentally, OR I possibly misinterpreted the info on Steve.  I was able to verify my claim against Rob with mutliple sources, but with Steve I could only get one.  Since Steve told me man-to-man my claim wasn't true, and I only had one source to go back on, I hearby retract my claim on Steve/HappyA$$.  Rob(CrazyVolvoRob) on the other hand is still guilty as fu*k. 

Regards,

Chris

New Software Update for BLINDER M27 & M47

07-09-2009

1.4 INT

CPU

Region code: 1 (1=INT)

Software Version: 4

SLAVE (transponder): M27/M47: Software ID1720

2.4 USA

CPU

Region code: 2 (2=USA)

Software Version: 4

SLAVE (transponder): M27/M47: Software ID1720

Settings Options

Park sensor ports select

Start-up Sound

Jamming Time: 7 / 10 sec / Constant

Alarm time after jamming

Repair & Reset Software

1.2 INT Repair File

2.2 USA Repair File  

Click here to download

Anti-Laser USA runs from Blinder International patent attorney's? 

     On September 4th, it was discovered that Blinder International was sueing Laser Interceptor for alleged patent infringement.  Since that time, AntiLaser USA, the distributor of the ALG9/ALG8 multi-purpose laser jammer has deleted most of the content on their website(www.antilaser.us). The only remains of the site is a link to AntiLaser's Croatian HQ website. We can only speculate about the timing of this website change, but one could assume that Antilaser decided to pull the plug after they found out a federal lawsuit was filed against Laser Interceptor for patent infringement.

Is AntiLaser's ALG9 laser jammer an IP right violation of Torben Bøgh-Andersen's patent?

     According to Blinder International's May 2002 patent application(10/138036), several points are made that are similar to AntiLaser's product, one specifically, a 'look up table' in the software.  Below is an excerpt of the patent app details:

"a database operatively connected to the microprocessor and having stored reference values for the first frequency of at least some of a number of known monitor signals, [Note: This is the look up table] and for each of the reference values also having stored in the database a corresponding value for the second frequency of the jamming signal, an optical receiver for receiving the monitor signal, an monitor signal converter for converting the monitor signal to an electrical monitor signal and sending the signal as input to the microprocessor, a program of the microprocessor for comparing the received electrical monitor signal with the reference values of the database, selecting the corresponding second frequency, or if no reference values are found selecting the first frequency as the second frequency, and generating an electric jamming signal with the selected frequency, a jamming signal converter for receiving said electrical jamming signal from the microprocessor and converting it to the jamming signal, and an optical transmitter for transmitting said jamming signal to the laser-based speed monitor."  - patent application(10/138036)

     Some people think Blinder International can't do anything to other 'DIODE' based laser jammers like the Laser Interceptor, Laser Pro Park, or Anti-Laser systems because a Blinder M27/M47 utilizes 904/905nm high power LED's.  Blinder's year 2002 patent application is actually for a diode based system, not IR LED.  In any case it doesn't really matter what the hardware is on alleged infringing products because the knife in the belly is all in the software.  The application cited here is merely an application.  Torben holds the software sword in the legal world.  Check out the United States Patent and Trademark Office to read about Blinder's issued patent for the 'look up table' software.  It's a great read.

We have no proof Anti-Laser is being litigated right now.  Maybe it's a mere coincidence Anti-Laser USA changed their website around the same time just randomly.  I'm willing to bet Anti-Laser and Laser Pro Park are up next....  Stay tuned for an entertaining time in the jammer world. 

- LaserJammerTests.com

p.s.  This blog post is purely speculation by the author.  The author and webmaster is not a patent attorney.  Special thanks to a little bird for bringing this topic up. 

Blinder International sues Cliff

Case Number:1:2009cv07450

Filed:August 25, 2009

Court:New York Southern District Court

Has Blinder International finally pulled off the gloves to protect their patent?

Read all about the lawsuit here:

http://www.laserjammertests.com/blinderpatentlawsuit.htm

AntiLaser jams the European Poliscan speed lidar camera, also known as Nestor Systems in the United States.  The Nestor system scans multiple lanes of traffic and has the capability of ticketing multiple cars in a wolf pack.  This is a nice video of the ALG9 in action, however the in-car video footage is a bit weak.  The car with the laser jammer speeds up, but you can tell it slows down to the speed limit when it comes up to the camera.  I would like to see the test car whizzing by all the traffic.  In any case it's nice to know the Anti-Laser team can jam this gun.  Laser Pro Park on the other hand doesn't officially say they can jam this gun.  Just another gun to add to the list Laser Pro Park can't jam? 

From the mail room!  A question about the Laser Interceptor.

Question:  "Hi – I just bought a laser jammer (Laser Interceptor) and wanted to verify that it is transmitting a signal.  I am able to get an alert by using a TV remote (it says “unknown gun, jamming sequence initiated).  This TV remote also sets off my Valentine1’s laser alert.  However, once the jamming sequence starts on the LI, it does not set off the Valentine1.

Do you know if a jamming sequence should be detected by alaser detector (Valentine1)?"

Answer:  Hello ****** and thanks for writing.  First of all I hope you purchased your LI from an authorized dealer, otherwise if a problem occurs Ivan and Cliff won't help you.  The Laser Interceptor uses smart pulse matching, not the brute force technique used by another jammer.  When you hear the voice alert, "jamming sequence blah blah", that's only an extended alert.  For example, in real life the Laser Interceptor may catch laser scatter from an officer targeting another car.  This scatter may only be detected for 1 second, but the full 5+ second voice alert goes on even though the LI quit detecting the laser 4 seconds ago.  What I'm trying to say is just because you hear the full voice alert, it doesn't mean laser is being detected or jamming for that entire time.

Don't worry about the V1.  Your TV remote probably works in the Khz range and the Laser Interceptor heads are probably shooting at a high Khz range PAST the range of the TV remote and past the range of the V1 detector.  It doesn't matter what pulse rate the LI is firing because we're not priviledged to their generic jamming algorythm.  What matters is the diodes are firing and not dead.  The easy way to test this is by getting your cell phone camera or video camera and pointing it at the transponders.  Get your TV remote or laser tester and hold down the button.  Look at the camera LCD screen.  Do you see the laser diodes lighting up?  You should.  If you don't you need to call up Cliff right away.

- Chris

If anyone else has a question please feel free to write.  LaserJammerTests@gmail.com 

VIDEO - http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=157_1250163124

If you recognize the driver(maybe a friend of a friend) of the red car please do your civil duty and report him/her to the police for 'hit and run.' You can always give an anonymous tip to the police. We all like to watch train wrecks, but these a-holes cost lives and insurance premiums to go up. It's one thing to speed. It's another to be an idiot! - Chris

No.  The new Blinder M27/M47 Xtreme doesn't have voice alerts to tell you what gun is hitting you.  While this is a cool feature(one of my favorites as a laser jammer enthusiast), I doubt alot of normal folk would really find this useful.  Imagine you're CrazyVolvoRob speeding down the motorway listening to Cher at 90dB.  The muffled voice alert would be hard to hear, especially if it's a low gated voice like Cher ;-)  Trust me people....if you're driving 25 over the limit you don't want to get confused.  Was that my Ipod or was that my Blinder?  A pizzo alert is definite and unmistakable.  The Blinder's pizo is very loud!   I have a feeling you're getting the Blinder's new M27 software mixed up.  Torben, CEO of Blinder, made a nifty little feature that lets you download new firmware.  With this new firmware you can adjust the jam time and take out European guns.

Cheers,

Chris

8/13/2009 -  Just listed an LE-30 source if anyone wants brand new Lidatek's.  Please remember that this company is no longer in business.  Buyer assumes all risks when dealing with Ebayers.  Try and negotiate an in-house warranty(in writing) with Mobile Center if you choose to get this older jammer.  I also recommend that you talk this guy down to a reasonable price.  His asking price is outrageous.

Read about this listing in the yard sale section.  Click here.

- Chris

Just added another Kustom PL2 lidar gun to the yard sale list.  It's too expensive for what it is in my opinion, however someone with some money to burn may want it.  Click on the picture to check it out.  I would contact the seller to see if he would be willing to sell it cheaper.  PL2's sell on ebay all the time for around $600 to $700.00. 

- Chris

Check out the used LTI 20-20 100LR I added to the new yard sale section.  I also added a Vascar  and Kustom ProLaser II.  Used (outdated) jammers are also listed on this page. Click here to view it.  The 'yard sale' section is updated daily.

Sometimes used or outdated stuff is more valueable than new.  A good example would be the Target LE850.  The new "Yard Sale" section(located in the top menu) is designed to list unique items sought out by laser jammer enthusiasts and speeders.  Find the Lidatek LE-10 you've been searching for...okay honestly I wouldn't put an LE-10 in the "Yard Sale" section because I would buy it and keep it to myself lol.  That's one jammer I'm not going to pass up for anything.  I'll try to update that page daily.  If any of you spot something awesome and it's not listed please drop me a line at LaserJammerTests@gmail.com

New or in-production items will NOT be listed in the 'Yard Sale' section.  New radar detectors and laser jammers should only be purchased from an authorized reseller.

- Chris

When people stop by LaserJammerTests they read reviews, watch movies, and catch up on consumer alerts.  This alone keeps most people informed and out of harms way.  Good companies can sometimes be misrepresented by criminals seeking to take advantage of forum and car club members under an anonymous avatar.  The most frequently asked question I get is, "Who is an authorized dealer I can trust?"  This is a really important question because UNauthorized dealers can't offer warranties and in the worst case scenario they scam you completely.  This has got to stop.

Laser jammer cyber crime stops when consumers are educated.

I became sick to my stomach when I found out several members of an Audi forum were defrauded by an individual claiming to be a Blinder M27/M47 Xtreme dealer.  This individual claimed to give 'group buy pricing' at a price too good to be true.  Members of the Audi forum sent money to this individual via Paypal, but he/she(fraud team) didn't send a Blinder m27 in return.  The Audi forum members filed Paypal chargebacks and won, however the con artist emptied out the Paypal account BEFORE Paypal could freeze the account.  One member filed a police report with the Puyallup police department.  Officer Hayes (Badge #299) re. Case 09006447.  Full story here.

Group buys on forums are extremely risky!

Some group buys for various jammer manufacturers are indeed legit, however more often then not they're conducted by individuals who are not authorized to sell the product.  Even if you're not scammed, the manufacturer will not honor your warranty if you purchase product from an unauthorized dealer.  Some manufacturers won't even honor a warranty if you purchase the product below MAP price.  If your forum has a group buy advertised it's wise to contact the manufacturer BEFORE you jump in.  Don't make the same mistake the Audi forum members did :-(

How things will change for laser jammer enthusiasts.

In a short period of time LaserJammerTests.com will be collecting and verifying 'authorized dealers' to be listed in our public directory.  This directory will have several verified dealers listed under each laser jammer brand, including Escort, Beltronics, Blinder, Laser Interceptor, Target, etc.  Each directory will also have the contact info for the corporations headquarters.  Giving consumers the means to make a safe transaction with an honest and verified dealer will help to curb fraud in its tracks.

Requirements to be listed in the Laser Jammer Tests.com authorized dealer directory:

1.  The dealer is required in writing to show he/she is an authorized dealer for 'X' manufacturer.  I will personally contact the manufacturer to verify the claim of the applicant.

2.  The dealer has been in business for a minimum of 1 year.

3.  The dealer has consistent business hours of operation.

4.  The dealer represents a company that's in good standing.

5.  The dealer must ship out orders within 72 hours of payment(unless otherwise stated.)

Manufacturers need not apply, as they will be listed automatically, however if you're a dealer contact us for further details at LaserJammerTests@gmail.com.  Please include your business name, full name, business address, business phone number, and manufacturer you represent.

We are currently seeking authorized dealers for the following laser jammer and radar detector manufacturers:

Legal Liability Statement:

While LaserJammerTests.com will make all the necessary steps to verify dealers for our public directory, it is the responsibility of the consumer to research the company before a purchase is made.  LaserJammerTests.com does NOT act as a middle man in your transaction and is not responsible for your transaction in any way shape or form.  You hold the webmaster of LaserJammerTests.com free of any liability for YOU conducting business with any said manufacturers.  Our directly is a courtesy to consumers, NOT a paid service, therefore the consumer assumes all risk in any transaction with any dealer or manufacturer.

Regards,

LaserJammerTests.com

The Anti-Laser ALG8 was able to jam the unipar SL700, however we never got to see a video of it.  The new ALG9 RX is capable of jamming the Truspeed USA, TruSpeed EURO, and Traffipatrol XR.  What makes the ALG9 RX different from the original G9 version is the memory card update and ability to jam the Euro version Truspeed.  The RX version still has a quad cluster photo diode set up in each head, giving the anti-laser transponder heads better detection.

I like the way all Anti-Laser videos are filmed.  They're fun to watch and they frequently choose good background music to move it along.  On a few test runs I noticed it was a little dark out.  Why is it I couldn't see the infrared light firing from the head(s)?  Most camcorders CMOS sensors are capable of picking this up.

- Chris

A consumer finally stepped forward after he didn't receive his Pro Park laser jammer from Alex in Canada.  The public complaint was made on KMPH's forum on July 23rd.  The consumer 'allegedly' paid over 30 days ago, but didn't receive a thing, not even an email about the status of his shipment(that never came).  Alex finally responded to the complaint, verifying the complaint wasn't made up and indeed genuine.  You can read about the 1 month fiasco here for the full story.

The Dodge Charger is the sexiest police car on the block hands down...until now. This new 'Robo-Cop Car' by Carbon Motors makes you want to get pulled over. This sleek looking black-and-white is equipped with video surveillance by Kustom Signals, manufacturer of many known radar guns on the market today. The in-car LCD screen is touch screen activated, allowing the officer to toggle back and fourth between different systems. The license plate recognition system looks similar to the Seattle Police Departments mobile parking photo enforcement patrol system. Ultra bright blue and red LED's outline the sides and front of the vehicle for optimal visibility. When you look at the front of the 'E7' the push bars don't look like an add-on. They seem to be fuzed into the car at an angle. Take a look at the website below to see for yourself.

Kustom Signals - http://www.kustomsignals.com

Carbon Motors - http://www.carbonmotors.com

Specifications

OEM Carbon Motors Corporation

Vehicle Platform Codename E7

Brand Carbon Motors?

Nameplate To Be Determined

Assembly Location Under Negotiations

Price Comparable to Retail Passenger Car Outfitted with Law Enforcement Equipment. Detailed pricing will be announced in a few months.

POWERTRAIN / CHASSIS

Engine Forced Induction Diesel

Recommended Fuel Ultra-low sulfur (ULS) Diesel or BioDiesel

Driveline Rear-Wheel-Drive

Horsepower 300 bhp

Torque 420 lb-ft

Transmission 6-Speed Automatic

Front Brakes 14" Vented Discs, ABS

Rear Brakes 13" Vented Discs, ABS

Wheels 18 x 8" Steel

Tires 245/50R18

Front Suspension Struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar

Rear Suspension Multi-link, coil springs, self-leveling shocks, anti-roll bar

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase 122.0"

Front Track 66.9"

Rear Track 66.9"

Overall Length 200.0"

Overall Width 78.0"

Overall Height 64.2"

Ground Clearance 7.0"

Curb Weight 4000 lbs

Weight Distribution (front/rear) 50% / 50%

Front Headroom 40.0"

Rear Headroom 38.5"

Front Legroom 45.0"

Cargo Volume 20.0 cu ft

Fuel Capacity 18.0 gallons

PERFORMANCE

0 - 60 mph 6.5 seconds

Quarter Mile 14.5 seconds @ 98.0 mph

Top Speed 155 mph

Braking 60 - 0 mph 125 feet

Lateral Acceleration 0.85 g

Combined City/Hwy Fuel Economy 28 - 30 mpg

SELECTED FEATURES AND OPTIONS

All-new purpose-built vehicle platform exclusively for law enforcement

Meets or exceeds all regulatory requirements

Designed to 250,000 mile durability specification

Turn-key built-to-direct-order - 24/7/365 call center support

Turn-key end-of-vehicle-life process

Comprehensive warranty

Aluminum spaceframe body structure

75 mph rear impact crash capability

Cockpit with fully-integrated factory fitted law enforcement equipment

Integrated emergency lights, spot lights, take down lights, and directional stick

Segment exclusive coach rear doors for safer suspect ingress and egress

Vehicle dynamic control

Anti-lock brakes

Optimized approach / departure angles and ground clearance

NIJ Level III-A (or better) ballistic protection (front doors and dash panel)

Purpose-designed seat for use with on-body equipment - Heated and ventilated seats

Heads up display

Reverse backup camera

Remote start capability

Driver specific intelligent key

360 degree exterior surveillance capability

Automatic license plate recognition system

Video and audio surveillance of rear passenger compartment

130hz - 350hz bass siren

Nightvision compliant interior illumination

Integrated forward looking infrared system (FLIR)

Integrated shotgun mounts

Optimized storage capability (compartment and cargo)

Integrated front and rear passenger compartment partition

Hoseable rear passenger compartment

Integrated push bumpers and PIT capability

If you've been around the laser jammer industry for a while you'd understand the politics and drama behind it all....correction, you may not understand it, but you'd surely read about it.  The most common complaint is every test is "biased" because they weren't performed in a double-blind lab style test(like the drug companies.)  While this type of testing is totally possible in every industry, the funds needed to perform such a jammer test would be too great.  To date, no testing group, including LaserJammerTests.com and the GoL have ever performed a double blind style test.  If you think the forum thread trolls and hot air blowers are bad in the jammer industry, just take a look around in the other forums.  The video below made me laugh soooo much :-)

Who does the radio show host remind you of?  I can think of one person ;-)

UK Government Officially

Shuts down

Laser Pro Park!

It comes to no surprised that the UK Government finally had enough of Laser Protector LTD, manufacturer of Laser Pro Park laser jammers.  A while back we warned all consumers that Laser Protector's tax problems were getting bad.  For the past couple years the company has been going back and fourth between 'delinquent' to 'no accounts filed' to 'active' status.  What most consumers don't know is Laser Protector LTD's directors have been involved in a few other failed companies that Companies House has been investigating.  It's ILLEGAL to operate a business when it has been dissolved by the government, therefore all consumers should take great caution in buying any product manufactured by Kris Shortland or Andy Thompson.  Now that the company has been officially dissolved consumers can now expect no updates to be made with Laser Pro Park or have any warranty service options.

If you were a victim of Laser Protector LTD's marketing campaigns much of the blame can be had by Steve Warren at UK Speedtraps, who allegedly claimed to have had a part in Laser Pro Park's design.  When you listen to people like Steve Warren, a guy who 'reviews' products that he sells, expect to get it in the arse.  I'm sorry to say...."I told you so."  

It's now 100% illegal for Laser Protector to carry on business without a reinstatement of the company.  The only way to have the company reinstated is by court order of the highest court.  Call up Companies House and verify the facts yourself at +44 (0)303 1234 500.  

Laser Pro Park

Nov. 2006 - Feb. 2009

Official Government Notice on Laser Protector LTD can be found by visiting here:

http://wck2.companieshouse.gov.uk/d568da2a80e49756153b13df40ff95f2/compdetails

Companies House UK can be reached by telephone if you want to call them up yourself.

Tel: +44 (0)303 1234 500

Fax: 029 20380900

London

Companies House Executive Agency

21 Bloomsbury Street

London WC1B 3XD

Each and every morning I look at my websites stats.   I can tell that some of you browse the site everyday('crazyvolvorob' is obsessed about me?) for updates.  The site has been a little quiet, but that's only because all of us are waiting for the new Blinder M27/M47 series to be released.  Will it be as good as it's hyped to be?  Sources tell me this will be the first LED jammer to have the same performance as a diode jammer(HA!)  If this is truly the case I will have to see it with my very own eyes.  Blinder has been a rollar coaster throughout the decade.  I remember when the Blinder M20 performed better than the early revision J6-J11 M25 Xtreme.  Torben Anderson, CEO of Blinder International, later released a few more revisions that fixed the M25 screw ups.  I can go on and on about the history of Blinder, but frankly I don't want to bore you.  Let's just wait and see if the new M27 Xtreme has the jamming power of diodes, but with the consistent reliability of an LED.  Other LED jammers like the GF100 Pro Park, Laser Mask, and M-18 Xtreme(korean made) have been disapointing.  On the other hand diode based 'parking sensors' like the Pro Park are just garbage.

How much do you know about the jammer industries past?  Take the LIDAR jammer 101 quiz below.

- Chris

p.s.  If you get all the questions right I'll be surprised.  I can think of only a couple people who know that much stuff(besides Jim.)