Uploaded February 2026 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago
The Uniden R4 and R8 now support laser jammers, but sadly it's still buggy.
There's also a new splitter box to support up to 12 heads.
Discussion on RDF: rdforum.org/threads/151026
Now compatible detectors:
R4: geni.us/UnidenR4
R4w: geni.us/UnidenR4w
R8: geni.us/UnidenR8
R8w: geni.us/UnidenR8w
Laser Jammers: geni.us/UnidenInstaller
Download the latest updates: uniden.info/download
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0:00 Intro
1:01 R4 & R8 Compatibility
1:21 Disarming Bugs
6:07 Splitter Box
10:59 My Thoughts
Best Radar Detectors: vortexradar.com/best-radar-detectors
Best Laser Jammers: vortexradar.com/best-laser-jammers
Best Dash Cameras: vortexradar.com/best-dashcams
Recommended Equipment:
Radar Detector: geni.us/UnidenR8w
Laser Jammer: geni.us/AntiLaserPriority
Dashcam: geni.us/ViofoA329S-3CH
Dashcam battery pack: geni.us/70maiBattery
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Detailed Video Content & Summary:
R4 and R8 Laser Jammer Support: With firmware v1.41, the Uniden R4 and R8 now act as controllers and displays for Uniden laser jammers. This allows for direct configuration of pulse mode and head settings. (Ref: 1:01)
Auto-Disarm Bug Analysis: Testing against the True Speed S and DragonEye reveals that the "Pulse Mode" (Auto JTK) often fails to disarm after the user-set duration (e.g., 4 seconds) or may re-engage jamming prematurely, ignoring the 30-second rearm delay. (Ref: 1:42)
Alert Failures: Under specific conditions with Laser Ally or DragonEye guns, the jammers may fire without providing an audible or visual alert to the driver, potentially leading to "jamming to gun" without the user's knowledge. (Ref: 2:26)
12-Head Support & Splitter Box: A new Uniden splitter box has been introduced, enabling two transponder boxes to connect to a single detector. This allows for up to 12 heads for larger vehicle coverage. (Ref: 6:05)
Hardwire & Keypad Compatibility: The splitter box facilitates the use of the wired keypad controller and laser jammers simultaneously for hardwired installations, resolving previous port limitations. (Ref: 9:14)
Optimization Tip: It is recommended to disable the built-in laser detection in the R4/R8 settings when using jammers to ensure the transponder heads handle all detection and pulse patterns without interference. (Ref: 5:40)
© 2026 Vortex Radar, LLC. All rights reserved.
#Uniden #LaserJammer #RadarDetector #VortexRadar #RadarDetectors
The Uniden R4 and R8 now support laser jammers, but sadly it's still buggy.
There's also a new splitter box to support up to 12 heads.
Discussion on RDF: rdforum.org/threads/151026
Now compatible detectors:
R4: geni.us/UnidenR4
R4w: geni.us/UnidenR4w
R8: geni.us/UnidenR8
R8w: geni.us/UnidenR8w
Laser Jammers: geni.us/UnidenInstaller
Download the latest updates: uniden.info/download
Subscribe to Vortex Radar: youtube.com/@VortexRadar/?sub_confirmation=1
Join this channel to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCgLr7xoTU3XgAeLrEYp51sw/join
0:00 Intro
1:01 R4 & R8 Compatibility
1:21 Disarming Bugs
6:07 Splitter Box
10:59 My Thoughts
Best Radar Detectors: vortexradar.com/best-radar-detectors
Best Laser Jammers: vortexradar.com/best-laser-jammers
Best Dash Cameras: vortexradar.com/best-dashcams
Recommended Equipment:
Radar Detector: geni.us/UnidenR8w
Laser Jammer: geni.us/AntiLaserPriority
Dashcam: geni.us/ViofoA329S-3CH
Dashcam battery pack: geni.us/70maiBattery
----------
Website: VortexRadar.com
Facebook: facebook.com/VortexRadar
Twitter: https://x.com/VortexRadar
Instagram: instagram.com/VortexRadar
----------
Full disclosure: The purchase links in my videos are typically affiliate links and I may make a percentage when you buy. Whether I get paid or not, it’s important to me to ensure that I stay objective and unbiased and give you my honest opinion so you can make an educated decision as to what’s best for you. You deserve that and I wouldn’t have it any other way. :)
Detailed Video Content & Summary:
R4 and R8 Laser Jammer Support: With firmware v1.41, the Uniden R4 and R8 now act as controllers and displays for Uniden laser jammers. This allows for direct configuration of pulse mode and head settings. (Ref: 1:01)
Auto-Disarm Bug Analysis: Testing against the True Speed S and DragonEye reveals that the "Pulse Mode" (Auto JTK) often fails to disarm after the user-set duration (e.g., 4 seconds) or may re-engage jamming prematurely, ignoring the 30-second rearm delay. (Ref: 1:42)
Alert Failures: Under specific conditions with Laser Ally or DragonEye guns, the jammers may fire without providing an audible or visual alert to the driver, potentially leading to "jamming to gun" without the user's knowledge. (Ref: 2:26)
12-Head Support & Splitter Box: A new Uniden splitter box has been introduced, enabling two transponder boxes to connect to a single detector. This allows for up to 12 heads for larger vehicle coverage. (Ref: 6:05)
Hardwire & Keypad Compatibility: The splitter box facilitates the use of the wired keypad controller and laser jammers simultaneously for hardwired installations, resolving previous port limitations. (Ref: 9:14)
Optimization Tip: It is recommended to disable the built-in laser detection in the R4/R8 settings when using jammers to ensure the transponder heads handle all detection and pulse patterns without interference. (Ref: 5:40)
© 2026 Vortex Radar, LLC. All rights reserved.
#Uniden #LaserJammer #RadarDetector #VortexRadar #RadarDetectors
