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The unit's battery level is indicated by a fiver-bar meter on the left side of the display. The number of blocks shown indicates the current battery strength. When the unit is on charge it flashes any remaining blocks sequentially. |
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ROAD ANGEL Plus is a cable-free device; it can operate independently using power from its internal rechargeable battery for up to 8 hours when fully charged. You can also power ROAD ANGEL Plus directly from the cigar socket in your vehicle. |
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Road Angel has three proximity options for Fixed cameras; these are 250m, 500m or 1000m. There is an additional setting called SDS or Speed Distance Setting. If you activate this setting your proximity warning is doubled if your speed is over 50 MPH. You cannot increase the sensitivity of the laser detector. |
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Firstly, check the battery level in your ROAD ANGEL Plus as it may need charging. Secondly, to conserve battery power, ROAD ANGEL PLUS automatically switches off it has been stationary, moving at less than 4 MPH or has lost a satellie signal for 10 minutes. If your unit is not acquiring a signal within 10 minutes it could be due to the type of windscreen on your vehicle.
If the device has turned itself off, a built-in motion sensor will switch the unit back on after a few seconds of motion. To disable the motion sensor, switch the unit off by pressing and holding down the MENU button on the front of the unit when it is switched on. |
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You can charge the battery in the unit using either of the in-car cigar lighter cables or from the USB port on your PC using the USB cables supplied with the unit. It takes approximately 6 hours to fully charge the battery from flat and can be used whilst charging in the car. You can also charge the battery at any time, there is no need to wait until it is flat unlike some rechargeable devices. |
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If the unit is switched on and in use, the time taken to fully recharge the battery is greater because battery power is being consumed at the same time. For faster charging, switch the unit off.
NOTE: The unit starts recharging automatically when it is connected to a power source, or PC, even if it is swtiched off. |
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ROAD ANGEL Plus uses a motion sensor to determine when to switch itself on automatically. However, the motion sensor is disabled if you have switched the unit off manually by pressing the MENU Button. In this case, you must switch the unit on in the same way by pressing the MENU button. |
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This means that you haven't update your Road Angel Plus or your last update was over 28 days ago. For more information on how to update Road Angel Plus click here . |
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In order to clear this message you need to complete an update. For more information on how to update Road Angel Plus click here . |
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The clock setting is taking from the GPS satellite signal. As this is a global system it does not automatically adjust between GMT and BST.
If the clock is wrong you will need to adjust it manually.
Please see the following links for further instructions:
http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/raplus/BST.pdf
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We've become aware that a percentage of users are experiencing the follow error whilst download camera updates 70% .. No response from server A potential cause maybe one of the following:
- Your PC maybe infected by Spyware (a common example is a Spyware called Fun Web Products
- Unit not plugged into PC USB (ie not using a USB Hub)
- Firewall blocking download (Norton's or Windows Firewall)
Solution 1.
You will need to download an appropriate spyware removal package. Although we can't recommend specific products - suggest you try using Webroot Spysweeper http://www.webroot.com . PLEASE NOTE: We cannot support any anti spyware products nor support this process.
Solution 2.
Make sure you have plugged the USB cable directly into the back on your PC and try another update.
Solution 3.
For Norton's Firewall issues please download the appropriate file Nortons 2005 -
http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/Norton_Internet_security05.pdf Nortons 2002 -
http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/ra2/NortonPersonalFirewall.pdf |
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What is GPS?
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a worldwide radio navigation system that uses 24 satellites that orbit the earth. GPS receivers, like Road Angel, use these satellite signals to calculate it's position to a couple of metres . |
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Updating Road Angel via a proxy server
It is possible to update a Road Angel unit using a Proxy Server, however we don't recommend this method
The basis of how a proxy (caching) server works is that, the proxy server stores frequently viewed pages or sources and then instead of you connecting directly to our Road Angel servers, you connect to the proxy. So it's possible that you may not get the latest Road Angel update. |
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The speed display on my Road Angel differs slightly to the speedometer in my car
At a constant speed the Road Angel has a more accurate speedometer reading than that of the car. This is because the speedometer readout is governed by the rolling circumference of the tyre in contact with the road surface. Different tyre pressures, sizes and tread ware can all make a difference to the speedometer reading. For this reason every manufacturer has to calibrate the speedometer to ensure that at no point can the vehicle be traveling faster than is indicated.
The Road Angel speed lags because it checks it's position once a second, there will always be a delay under acceleration and deceleration. |
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Mac Software
If you have an Apple Mac then you will need to purchase one of the latest Connected products in order to update your system. The Connected systems like the Navigator 9000 and Professional Connected have their own inbult mobile phone technology and update themselves automatically removing the need for any form of computer, PC or Mac. |
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Is Road Angel a detector?
Road Angels* use GPS to check it's location against an onboard database of accident blackspots, Primary Schools, congestion charging zones and fixed camera locations. When you are approaching any of these, Road Angel provides a warning.
* New Road Angel & Road Angel Plus feature an integrated front and rear laser detector.
For more information on laser detection click here . |
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How often should I update my Road Angel ?
As a guide we recommend updating your Road Angel Plus approximately every two weeks. However, you can update as frequently as you feel necessary |
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Road Angel Software PC Requirements
PC Requirements Windows 98 second Edition, ME, 2000, XP & Vista (32 bit) |
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Where is the best place to mount a Laser detector?
Tests with Speed Enforcement teams have shown that the most effective place for mounting a single detector is low down on the front windscreen. Above 200 metres this has proved to warn every time the vehicle was targeted. (tested with a standard saloon car). If the Laser gun is targeting your number plate at less than 200 metres it is likely that a dashboard mounted LASER ALERT WILL NOT detect the signal. At 200 metres the beam of the Laser can be as little as 200 mm.
Click here for more information. |
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There was no update software CD in my box
Due to software revisions we have only recently provided a CD in the box. If there was no CD provided with your Road Angel don't worry, you are prompted to download the software via the internet when you register your Road Angel. Click here to register.
If you have already registered with us you can download the software by clicking here |
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Road Angel does not display my speed
Road Angel Plus has an internal GPS receiver that needs to have a view of the sky in order to obtain the satellite signals required to calculate it's position. Road Angel Plus needs to be positioned on the dashboard of the vehicle or by using the windscreen bracket in order to do this. For discreet mounting, an antenna can be used. Click here for more information. http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/MCXantenna.pdf
Some vehicles, for example Renault, Citroen, Peugeot some BMWs and Mercedes have what is known as an Athermic, comfort or UV windscreen. This interferes with the satellite signal being received by Road Angel Plus which results in either no speed being displayed, intermittent or erratic speeds. An antenna will be required, click here for more information. http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/MCXantenna.pdf |
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Road Angel takes a long time to display my speed, is intermittent or displays erratic speeds.
Road Angel has an internal GPS receiver that needs to have a view of the sky in order to obtain the satellite signals required to calculate it's position. Road Angel needs to be positioned on the dashboard of the vehicle in order to do this. For discreet mounting, a re-radiating antenna can be used. Click here for more information. http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/MCXantenna.pdf
Some vehicles, for example Renault, Citroen, Peugeot some BMWs and Mercedes have what is known as an Athermic, comfort or UV windscreen. This interferes with the satellite signal being received by Road Angel Plus which results in either no speed being displayed, intermittent or erratic speeds. A re-radiating antenna will be required, click here for more information. http://www.blackspot.com/downloads/docs/MCXantenna.pdf
The Road Angel has an internal battery that holds the Road Angel almanac data. The almanac data tells the GPS receiver where each GPS satellite should be at any time throughout the day. Each satellite transmits almanac data showing the orbital information for that satellite and for every other satellite in the system. Basically the Road Angel 'learns' where the satellites should be and this helps the speed of the acquisition. If the battery runs down it will lose the almanac data and the acquisition time will be increased. |
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I have driven past a fixed safety camera and did not receive a warning.
There are a number of reasons why this can occur.
The camera has been logged and added to the central database since you last update was completed .
For assistance updating Road Angel click here http://www.blackspot.com/support/index.aspl
The camera was on the opposite side of the road.
Some Safety Camera Partnerships and Councils paint white lines on the opposite side of the road to the camera to give an impression that it can enforce in either direction, when in fact this is not the case.
It was not a speed camera.
There are lots of street furniture that can be mistaken for a speed camera. For example; Red Light enforcement cameras, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems and traffic flow measurement systems. For more information on the types of safety cameras click here. http://www.blackspot.com/support/camera_info.htm |
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I was flashed by a GATSO camera that was on the opposite side of the road.
A GATSO camera can only enforce the speed of vehicles traveling away from it. When there is no film in a GATSO, the trigger threshold for a flash is often lowered, and the camera may be set to also flash approaching vehicles. The photograph cannot be used to enforcement or prosecution. |
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I've bought a second hand unit and I can't download updates
If you have bought or been given a previously registered Road Angel unit, you will have to have the unit transferred to your name. Please email newowner@blackspot.com with the previous owner details (if known), the serial number, your name, address, email & daytime contact number. We must have these details before we can transfer the unit to your name. Please allow 5 - 7 days for change of ownerships. |
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Can I use my Road Angel on mainland Europe?
Road Angel Navigator:
Is fully legal to use in Europe.
Classic Road Angel, New Road Angel, Road Angel Compact Plus, Road Angel Plus:
The legality of GPS and detector systems varies from Country to Country. We do not recommend taking these Road Angel units onto mainland Europe as this can result in a fine and/or confiscation of the device.
All laser detection devices are generally illegal to use/and to have in one's possession in Europe.
Road Angels sold in mainland Europe is modified to meet the legal requirements and has specific approval to allow it's use. |
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Traffic Red Light Cameras
The Road Angel database does not contain Traffic Red Light Cameras as these are not Safety Cameras nor are they related to speeding offences.
You can, of course, store these locations manually into your Road Angel as any of the alert type categories you wish. |
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How much warning does my unit give me of a mobile LASER Trap ?
New Road Angel, Laser Alert all have integrated Laser detection You can purchase and Optional clip-on laser detector for Road Angel Compact and Road Angel Classic LASER ALERT can detect a signal beyond the operational range of a laser gun. The further away from the source the more likely you are to detect a signal as the beam emitted is conical and becomes wider over distance.
Click here for more information. |
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Is Road Angel legal?
Click here for the latest information.
Usage of Road Angel outside of the UK: Units with laser capabilities may be illegal in certain countries. Our general advice is not to take your Road Angel unit abroad.
(Road Angel units in Australia and Continental Europe are sold without laser detection capabilities.) |
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How do I update Road Angel ?
You update Road Angel via the internet using software that you will be prompted to download when you register your Road Angel with us.
For more assistance updating Road Angel, please refer to the specific Road Angel Support Page |
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I drove past a Speed Detection van but my unit did not activate.
A lot of people believe that the police are checking every vehicle as they go by, this is not the case. Guidelines state that an officer can only measure the speed of a vehicle that they believe to be exceeding the posted limit.This is often why a driver with a Laser detector fitted may see a gun or van nearby, but will not get a warning alarm as they drive by.
Click here for more further information. |
