Cobra Radar Basics

Learn the fundamentals of Cobra radar detectors — from band types and hard‑wiring power to international use, false alerts, and firmware updates.

What are Radar Bands?
Modern radar detectors have numerous "bands" of operation. Each band corresponds to a specific frequency range or function. Following is a descrip...
Do Cobra radars work in other countries?
It is extremely difficult to maintain accurate information on radar use in other countries. Not only is it difficult to determine the frequencies in use, bu...
What is VG2 and Spectre?
A VG2 gun is a special device that police can use to identify the presence of a radar detector. It looks like a radar gun, but it does not detect speed. It ...
How many degrees can your dash cam withhold?
Based on our engineers testing results, our dash cams can last from -20 to 70c weather. This includes all dash cams for our cobra line products.