Escort 9500I User Manual

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GPS Powered for Speed and Location Intelligence

RADAR•LASER•SAFETY•DETECTOR

Owner’s Manual

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You’ve just purchased the most intelligent

radar and laser detector in the world—the PASSPORT 9500i.

The PASSPORT 9500i delivers extreme long-range warning on all radar bands including X, K, Superwide Ka, Ku and instant-on POP modes. Multiple front and rear laser sensors provide 360 degree laser protection, including the widest ﬁeld of view. For the ultimate in laser protection, the PASSPORT 9500i is also ZR3 ready. Ask your retailer, or call us at

1-800-543-1608 for details.

The PASSPORT 9500i’s GPS-powered intelligence provides permanent relief from false alarms including automatic door openers, motion sensors and other radar-based sensors.

In addition, the PASSPORT 9500i introduces the following state-of-the-art performance and features:

• New TrueLock feature permanently eliminates false alerts by location and frequency.

• New revolutionary AutoSensitivity mode provides real-time radar performance based on vehicle speed, plus Highway and City settings.

• New SpeedAlert feature provides an instant view of your vehicle’s speed during an alert.

• New Mark Location feature allows you to instantly “mark” known speed traps, cameras and other places of interest.

• New easy to understand voice announcements provide instant audible feedback for controls and alerts.

• New AutoVolume feature automatically increases the alert volume in noisy conditions.

• Easy-to-use Preferences allows you customize up to 9 features

• Ultra-bright alphanumeric display with 280 LEDs

• Exclusive ExpertMeter tracks and displays up to 8 radar signals simultaneously

• Exclusive SpecDisplay provides actual numeric frequency for any radar signal

• Selectable radar and laser bands (on/off ) allow you to customize which bands are monitored.

• Includes exclusive SmartCord for easy access to Mute and TrueLock features.

If you’ve used a radar detector before, a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5, and the Preferences information on pages 14-18 will brieﬂy explain the new features.

If this is your ﬁrst detector, please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your PASSPORT’s revolutionary performance and innovative features.

Please drive safely.

Congratulations

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Quick Reference Card

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PASSPORT 9500i Quick Reference Card

There ar e 9 user-sele ctable opt ions so you can custo mize your 9500 i for your own preferences.

The but tons labele d “MRK” and “BR T” are also used to enter the Preferences Mode, REVIEW your current Preferences settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desire d. The words “PR EF,” “MRK” and “BRT” are loca ted on the top of th e detector.

How to use EZ-Preferences

1 To enter Preferences, press and hold t he “MRK” an d “BRT” but tons down fo r 2 seconds . The unit will beep

twice, and will display the word

2 Th en press t he “BRT” bu tton to review the categories. You can either

tap the button to change categories, or simply hold the button down to scroll through the categories.

3 Pr ess the “M RK” butto n to chang e any setting. You can either ta p the

button to change from setting to setting, or hold the button down to scroll through all the op tions.

4 To exit Preferences, simply wait 8

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secon ds witho ut pressi ng any butt on, or press the power button. The unit will

8dbeaZiZ, beep 4 times, a nd

display return to normal operation.

Restoringthe Factory DefaultSettings

To restore your PASSPORT to its original factory settings, press and hold the

“SEN” an d “BRT” but tons while tur ning

the powe r on. A be displayed, accompanied by an

audible alert, acknowledging the reset.

GZhZi message will

EgZ[h .

An example:

Here is how y ou would turn PASSP ORT’s AutoMute feature of f:

1 Enter the Preferences Mode by hold ing both the “ MRK” and “BRT ” buttons dow n for 2 seco nds. PASSPORT will beep twice

EgZ[h .

and displ ay

2 Then hold the “BRT” button down.

PASSPORT will scroll through the categories, starting with Pilot ( SpeedAlert ( sequence ( meter (

VBjiZ).

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3 Release the “BRT ” button when PASSPORT displays the AutoMute item.

Since the fac tory sett ing is for AutoM ute to be on, PASSPORT will display

(If you accid entally don’t re lease the

“MRK” bu tton in time, a nd PASSPORT goes to

the next category, simply hold the “MRK” button down again, PASSPORT will scroll through al l of the categorie s. Once you’re back to your desired category, release the

“MRK” button.)

4 P ress the MRK ” but ton to change f rom

VBjiZDC to VBjiZD;;.

5 To ex it Pre fere nces, simpl y wait 8 seconds without pressing any buttons, or press the power button. PASSPORT will

display return to normal operation.

E^adi), then

h6agi), th en Power-on

ElgDc), then Signal Strength

BZiZg), and then AutoMute

VBjiZDC.

8dbeaZiZ, beep 4 times, and

Preferences Details 

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Quick ReferenceCard

PASSPORT 9500i Quick Reference Card

* Factory Default Settings

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Press t he BRT butto n

to go from one category

to the next

PILOT LIGHT

(Power-on indication)

SPEEDALERT

POWER-ON SEQUENCE

SIGNAL STRENGTH METER

AUTOMU TE

AUTOVOLU ME

UNITS

VOICE

BANDS

E^adi=LN E^adi= E^adi=#3 E^adiK  E^adiHE9

 h6agi DC  h6agi D;;

ElgDcHI9  ElgDc;HI

 BZiZgHI9  BZiZg:ME  BZiZgHE8

 VBjiZDC  VBjiZD;;

 VKdaDC  VKdaD;;

Jc^ih:C< Jc^ihB:I

 Kd^XZDC  Kd^XZD;;

 7VcYh9;I      7VcYhBD9

MDC

or D;;(default is on)

@j DCor D;; (default is off ) @DCor D;;(default is on) @VDCor D;;(default is on) EDEDCor D;;(default is off )

HLH DC or D;; (default is off)  AHG DC or D;; (default is on)

Press t he MRK butt on to change your setting within a category

* Full word: Highway or Auto or City

Letter : H or A or C Letter, with scanning dot Vehic le volt age Vehicle speed

* Displays current speed during alert

SpeedAlert feature off

* Standard power-on sequence

Fast power-on sequence

* Standard signal strength meter

ExpertMeter mode SpecDisplay mode

* AutoMute on

AutoMute off

* Audio alerts are controlled manually

Audio alerts increased automatically

* Speed/distance in English units

Speed/distance in Metric units

* Voice announcements on

Voice announcements off

* Default settings

Bands have been modified

Turn bands on/off by pressing the mute button

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Installation

Where to mount PASSPORT

For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following:

• Using the supplied windshield mount, mount your PASSPORT level and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road ahead. For optimum rear detection, center the detector between the driver and passenger.

• Mount PASSPORT away from windshield wipers, other solid objects, and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens.

NOTE: In order for PASSPORT’s GPS-powered features to work properly, the top case must have a clear

view of the sky.

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Windshield Mount

PASSPORT’s EasyMount windshield bracket is designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.

1 Depress the adjustment button on the

top of PASSPORT (by the word ESCORT) and slide the EasyMount bracket into the slot until it is locked into the position which best ﬁts the angle of your windshield (there are four settings available). For extremely horizontal or extremely sloped windshields, the EasyMount bracket can be bent.

To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the windshield ﬁrmly, be sure to keep both your windshield and the suction cups clean.

2 To adjust PASSPORT on you r windshield, use the EasyMount adjustment button located on the top of the PASSPORT, and slide PASSPORT forward or backward to obtain a level horizontal position.

Level mounting

When installed and adjusted properly, the back top edge of PASSPORT should rest solidly against your windshield.

Facing Down Facing Up

User’s Tip

You can leave the EasyMount bracket in

place on your windshield, and easily remove PASSPORT by pressing the adjustment button and sliding PASSPORT off the mount. Again, be sure to position the bracket where it won’t present a hazard in the event of an accident. Additional mounts are available.

CAUTION! A few vehicles

(including some Porsches) have windshields with a soft anti-lacerative coating on the inside surface. Use of suction cups will permanently mar this coating. Consult your dealership or the vehicle owner’s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating.

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Controls andFeatures

Power

To turn PASSPORT on or off, press the power button on PASSPORT’s top case.

When you turn PASSPORT on, it goes

through a sequence of alerts.

If you prefer, you may change your PASSPORT for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Preferences section for details.

Volume Control (VOL)

To increase or decrease the audio volume, press and hold the (+) or (–) volume control buttons located on the top case. A sample alert tone will be generated, along with a corresponding bar-graph on the display. Once you have reached your desired volume level, simply release the button. This level will be stored in memory.

If you prefer, you can also select

AutoVolume in Preferences. This feature

will increase the audio alert level automatically when the ambient noise in the vehicle is high. See the Preferences section for details.

Power-on Indication

After PASSPORT’s start-up sequence is

complete the display will show the full word: Highway, Auto, or City to indicate which sensitivity mode is selected.

If you prefer, you can select alternate power-on indicators. See the Preferences section for details.

GPS Signal Indicator

The GPS signal indicator provides a visual indication that PASSPORT is receiving satellite data.

NOTE: Satellite reception is

required to get the most out of your PASSPORT 9500i. To receive satellite data, the top of the detector must have a clear view of the sky. See Mounting Location for more details.

The GPS indicator will ﬂash on and off until it receives satellite data. Once received, the icon will stop ﬂashing and remain on the display.

The GPS indicator also provides a visual acknowledgement that the detector is rejecting a signal that has been stored in memory using the TrueLock feature. Once a false alarm has been stored, the GPS indicator will rotate clockwise, indicating that it is rejecting that signal.

Mute

The Mute button, located on PASSPORT’s front panel and SmartCord, allows you to silence the audio alert during a radar encounter.

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To mute the audio for a speciﬁc signal, brieﬂy press the Mute button. After that radar encounter has passed, the mute will automatically reset and the audio will alert you to the next encounter.

AutoMute

Your PASSPORT has our patented AutoMute feature. After PASSPORT alerts

you to a radar encounter at the volume you have selected, the AutoMute feature will automatically reduce the volume to a lower level. This keeps you informed without the annoyance of a continuous full-volume alert.

If you prefer, you can turn the

AutoMute feature off. See the Preferences

section for details.

TrueLock/GPS Filter

The “GPS” ﬁlter button turns PASSPORT’s GPS-powered TrueLock feature on and off.

(default is on)

To lockout a false alert, press the mute button three (3) times, (either on the detector or the SmartCord) during the alert.

Pressing the mute button the ﬁrst time will silence the audio. Pressing it a second time will generate a prompt on the display that will read: “Lockout?”. Press it a third time to conﬁrm that you want to lock this signal out by location and frequency. A “Stored” message will be displayed.

Once a signal has been stored, the detector will reject this signal the next time you approach this area. (The GPS indicator will rotate clockwise, providing a visual indication that the signal is being rejected).

To unlock a signal that has already been stored, simply press and hold the mute button while the GPS indicator is rotating. The display will read: “Unlock?”. Press the mute button again to unlock it from memory.

Sensitivity Switch (SEN)

The “SEN” button selects PASSPORT’s sensitivity mode. We recommend the Auto (AutoSensitivity) mode for most driving.

In the “Auto” mode, the 9500i provides real-time radar performance based on your vehicle speed. As your vehicle speed increases, the radar sensitivity (X and K-band) is set to maximum range. As the vehicle speed decreases, the radar sensitivity (X and K-band only) is minimized to further reduce unwanted false alarms. Full sensitivity is maintained on all other bands.

You can also select conventional Highway and City modes. Highway mode provides maximum sensitivity on all bands. City mode reduces X-band sensitivity and full sensitivity is maintained on all other bands. See the Preferences for details.

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Controls andFeatures

Brightness (BRT)

PASSPORT’s BRT button selects the brightness of PASSPORT’s display and keypad. There are ﬁve settings: Minimum (BRT MIN), Medium (BRT MED), Maximum

(BRT MAX), Auto (BRT AUTO) and Full

Dark (BRT DARK).

Brightness Auto (BRT AUTO) (default) In this setting, the display and key-pad brightness will automatically adjust based on the ambient light in the vehicle.

BRT Dark (Full Dark Mode)

When you select the Dark mode with the

BRT switch, the display will not show any visual alerts, (i.e. display or keypad) when PASSPORT detects signals. Only the audible alert will tell you of detected signals.

In this mode, visual alerts can be seen on the SmartCord in addition to the audio alerts on the detector.

Mark Location (MRK)

The “MRK” button allows you to mark a speciﬁc location and label it for future reference. Once marked, PASSPORT will provide an alert before you reach this area any time you return. This can be extremely useful when there are known speed traps or camera locations that you would like to remember .

To mark a particular location: Press the “MRK” button. The display will read:

“Mark?”. Press the “MRK button again to

assign a label it, (“SPD TRAP” is the default label). To change the label to “Camera” or

“Other” press the volume (+) or (–) buttons.

Once you’ve selected the label, press the

“MRK” button again.

Once you have marked the location, PASSPORT will provide an alert approximately 1 mile in advance when your vehicle is moving 50 mph or above. This alert distance is reduced to approximately a ½ mile when traveling below 50 mph.

NOTE: When a location is marked the ﬁrst time, you must travel at least one mile away from that location to receive an alert.

To unmark a location, simply press the

“MRK” button when you are receiving a “marked location” alert. The display will

read: “Unmark?” Press the “MRK” again to conﬁrm. The display will read: “Unmarked”.

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Audible Alerts

For Radar signals:

PASSPORT uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered.

When you encounter radar, a distinct audible alert will sound and occur faster as the signal gets stronger. When the signal is very strong, the audible alerts will blend into a solid tone. This allows you to judge the distance from the signal source without taking your eyes from the road.

Each band has a distinct tone for easy identiﬁcation.

X-band = beep tone

K-band = raspy brap tone

Ka-band = double-brap tone

Ku-band = beep tone (same as X-band)

POP = solid brap tone

The coiled SmartCord is a special power cord that has a power-on indicator (which only lights up when the 9500i is turned on), a bright alert light that warns of radar or laser, and a convenient mute button right on the plug. It’s perfect for any car where reaching the detector’s mute button on the windshield is a stretch.

For discreet night driving, put PASSPORT in the Dark mode, and use the SmartCord for your visual alerts. Other drivers won’t know you have a detector.

An optional Direct-wire SmartCord is also available. This version includes a small display module which can be wired directly into your electrical system, with a

10 foot straight cord to route to your

PASSPORT.

For more information or to order, call us toll-free at 1-800-433-3487.

For Laser and POP signals:

Since laser and POP signals are a possible threat no matter how weak, PASSPORT will provide a full alert for these signals.

SmartCord

PASSPORT’s power jack uses a telephonetype connector. This 4-conductor connector only works with the coiled SmartCord (included), or the optional Direct-wire SmartCord.

Speed Alert

PASSPORT’s Speed Alert feature provides a visual indication of your vehicle speed during the ﬁrst few seconds of an alert. This allows you to instantly check your speed without looking at your speedometer.

Speed Alert is displayed regardless of

your meter setting.

NOTE: When traveling 15 mph or

less, your speed will not be displayed.

If you prefer, you can turn the Speed

Alert feature off. See Preferences for

details.

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Signal Strength Meter

PASSPORT’s display provides an intuitive ultra-bright display of signal strength and text messages. PASSPORT’s standard bar-graph meter provides information on a single radar signal. If there are multiple signals present, PASSPORT’s internal computer will determine which one is the most important threat to display. When PASSPORT detects radar, it displays the band (X, K, Ka, or Ku), and a precise bar-graph of the signal strength.

When PASSPORT detects a laser signal the

display will display “LASER.”

NOTE: If you are operating

PASSPORT in the Dark mode, the display will not light when a signal is detected—only the audio and the

ﬂashing alert lamp on the SmartCord.

ExpertMeter

PASSPORT’s ExpertMeter option is an advanced display for experienced detector users. Please use PASSPORT for a few weeks to get familiar with its other features before using ExpertMeter.

To use the ExpertMeter instead of the bar graph signal strength meter, you must select ExpertMeter in PASSPORT’s Preferences (see pages 14-17).

Controls andFeatures

PASSPORT’s ExpertMeter simultaneously tracks up to 8 radar signals. It provides detailed information on up to 2 Ka-band, 2 K-band, and 4 X-band signals.

ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in your normal driving environment; for example, a trafﬁc radar unit being operated in an area where there are normally other signals present.

The ExpertMeter is actually a miniature spectrum analyzer. It shows what band each signal is on and its relative signal strength.

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AboveistheExpertMeterdisplayif PASSPORT was detecting 2 strong Ka-

band, 2 strong K-band, and 4 strong Xband signals.

As you can see, there are vertical lines after each band designator. Each line shows a signal being detected. The height of each line shows the relative signal strength of that signal.

NOTE: If you use ExpertMeter, the brief signal shown in the power-on

sequence when you turn on your PASSPORT will also be in Exper tMeter : an X with a single vertical line.

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A few more examples will help you

better see how the ExpertMeter works.

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Here ExpertMeter shows 1 strong K-band

signal, and three X-band signals, two strong and one weak.

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Here ExpertMeter shows 1 strong Ka-

band signal, and three weak X-band signals.

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On very weak signals, there will be no

vertical line. This shows a very weak

X-band signal.

ExpertMeter Details

The band designators (X, K, Ka) will stay on the display for a few seconds after the signal has passed. This allows you to see what the unit detected, even on very brief signals.

However, the vertical lines representing individual signals continuously change (several times a second) to give you a continuous instantaneous view of all radar signals present.

SpecDisplay

PASSPORT’S SpecDisplay option is also for the experienced detector user. In this mode, PASSPORT will display the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal being received.

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SpecDisplay shows one K -band signal at

24.150 gigahertz.

NOTE: Even long-time detector users will require some amount of time to get familiar with this new level of information about detected signals.

GPS Signal Indicator

PASSPORT’S GPS indicator will ﬂash on and off until the GPS satellite signals are received. Once these signals are received, the indicator will stop ﬂashing and remain on the screen.

This indicator also provides a visual reference for known false alarms that you have stored in memory using TrueLock. Once you have stored a signal and drive past that location again, this indicator will spin clockwise to visually show that it is detecting the signal, but will not alert.

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HowtousePreferences

There are 9 user-selectable Preferences so you can customize your 9500i for your speciﬁc driving needs. The buttons labeled “MRK” and “BRT” are also used to enter Preferences, REVIEW your current settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The word PREF is located on the top of the detector, and is highlighted in colored graphics. Pages 16-18 explain each option in more detail.

How to use Preferences

To enter Preferences, press and hold the “MRK” and “BRT” buttons down for 2 seconds. (The unit will beep twice, and will

display the word

EgZ[h.)

Then press the “BRT” button to review the current settings. (You can either tap

the button to change from item to item, or hold the button to scroll through the items).

Press the “MRK” button to change any setting. (You can either tap the button to

change from setting to setting, or hold the button to scroll through all the options).

To exit Preferences, simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button, or press the power button (

). The unit will

display

8dbeaZiZ, beep 4 times, and

return to normal operation.

An example

Here is how you would turn PASSPORT’s

AutoMute feature o.

1 Enter Preferences by holding both the

MRK and BRT buttons down for 2 seconds.

PASSPORT will beep twice and display

EgZ[h.

2 Then hold the “BRT” button down.

PASSPORT will scroll through the catego ries, starting with Pilot Light (

E^adi), then

SpeedAlert (

h6agi), Power-on sequence

(

ElgDc), then Signal strength meter

(

BZiZg), and then AutoMute (VBjiZ).

3 Release the “MRK” button when PASSPORT shows the AutoMute item. Since

the factory setting is for AutoMute to be on, PASSPORT will display

VBjiZDC.

(If you accidentally don’t release the

“MRK” button in time, and PASSPORT goes

to the next category, simply hold the “MRK” button down again, and after PASSPORT scrolls through all categories, it will begin again at the top of the list.)

4 Press the MRK button to change from

VBjiZDC to VBjiZD;;.

5 To complete choosing your Preferences, simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any buttons, or press the power button (

PASSPORT will display

8dbeaZiZ, beep 4

times, and return to normal operation.

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Overview ofPreferences

Press the BRT button

to go from one category

(Power-on indication)

POWER-ON SEQUENCE

SIGNAL STRENGTH METER

to the next

PILOT LIGHT

SPEEDALERT

AUTOMUTE

AUTOVOLUME

UNITS

VOICE

BANDS

*Restoring the Factory Default Settings

To restore your PASSPORT to its original factory settings, press and hold the “SEN” and “BRT” buttons while turning the power on. A GZhZi message will be displayed, accompanied by an audible alert, acknowledging the reset.

Press the MRK button to change your setting within a category

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 h6agiDC  h6agiD;;

 ElgDcHI9  ElgDc;HI

 BZiZgHI9  BZiZg:ME  BZiZgHE8

 VBjiZDC  VBjiZD;;

 VKdaDC  VKdaD;;

 Jc^ih:C<  Jc^ihB:I

 Kd^XZDC  Kd^XZD;;

 7VcYh9;I      7VcYhBD9

* Full word: Highway or Auto or City

Letter: H or A or C Letter, with scanning dot Vehicle voltage Vehicle speed

* Displays current speed during alert

SpeedAlert feature off

* Standard power-on sequence

Fast power-on sequence

* Standard signal strength meter

ExpertMeter mode SpecDisplay mode

* AutoMute on

AutoMute off

* Audio alerts are controlled manually

Audio alerts increased automatically

* Speed/distance in English units

Speed/distance in Metric units

* Voice announcements on

Voice announcements off

* Default settings

Bands have been modified

Turn bands on/off by pressing the Mute button

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Details of Preferences

Pilot Light (Power-on indication)

E^adi=LN (Full description)

In this setting, PASSPORT will display

“H ighway,” “City,” or “Auto” a s it s powe r-on

indication. (factory default)

E^adi= (Letter)

In this setting, PASSPORT will display “H”

for Highway, “C” for City, and “A” for Auto.

E^adi=#3 (Letter with scanning dot)

In this setting, PASSPORT will display “H”

for Highway, “C” for City, and “A” for Auto.

In addition, a single dot will continuously

scroll across the display.

E^adiK (Vehicle voltage)

In this setting, PASSPORT will continually

display “H” for Highway, “C” for City, and

“A” for Auto, and the vehicle’s voltage.

NOTE: If the vehicle’s voltage

drops below 10.5 volts, a low voltage

warning is displayed, followed by an

audible alert. A high voltage warning is also given if the voltage goes above

16.5 volts. The high-voltage warning is also followed by an audible alert.

E^adiHE9 (Vehicle speed)

In this setting, PASSPORT will continually

display “H” for Highway, “C” for City, and

“A” for Auto, and vehicle’s speed as its pilot.

SpeedAlert

h6agiDC (SpeedAlert on)

In this setting, your vehicle’s speed will be

displayed for a few seconds during an alert.

After a few seconds, PASSPORT will

display only the meter type you have selected, i.e. bar-graph, ExpertMeter or SpecMeter. (factory default)

h6agiD;; (SpeedAlert off )

With speed alert off, PASSPORT will

display the meter type you have selected.

Power-on Sequence

ElgDcHI9 (Standard)

In this setting, each time you turn PASSPORT on it will display “PASSPORT,”

“9500i,” “L ASER ,” “K a-ba n d ,” “ K-ba nd ,” “X-

band,” followed by a brief X-band alert.

(factory default)

If any bands have been changed from the factory defaults, a double beep tone and a corresponding message (i.e. “X OFF”), will be displayed.

ElgDc;HI (Fast power-on)

In this setting, PASSPORT will provide a

single X-band tone during the start-up sequence. If any bands have been changed from their factory default settings, a double X-band tone and corresponding message (i.e. “X OFF”), will alert you that one or more bands have been modiﬁed.

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Signal Strength Meter

BZiZgHI9 (Standard meter)

In this setting, the meter displays the band

of the received signal, and a bar graph shows the relative signal strength. (factory default)

BZiZg:ME (ExpertMeter)

In this setting, the meter simultaneously

tracks multiple radar signals. It can display

up to 2 Ka band, 2 K band, and 4 X band

signals at the same time.

NOTE: The ExpertMeter feature

is explained in more detail on pages

10-11.

NOTE: Ku band is displayed as an

X-band signal.

BZiZgHE8 (SpecDisplay meter)

In this setting, the meter displays the

actual numeric frequency of the radar signal received.

NOTE: The SpecDisplay feature is

explained in more detail on page 11.

AutoMute

VBjiZDC (AutoMute on)

In this setting, PASSPORT’s audio alerts will initially be at the volume you set, but

after a few seconds PASSPORT will automatically reduce the volume level to keep

you informed, but not annoyed. (factory

default)

VBjiZD;; (AutoMute off)

With AutoMute off, PASSPORT’s audio

alerts will remain at the volume you set for the duration of the radar encounter.

AutoVolume

VKdaDC (AutoVolu me on)

In this setting, PASSPORT’S built-in micro-

phone listens to the ambient noise in the

vehicle and increases the audio in noisy

conditions (e.g. loud music, excessive

wind noise, etc.). (factory default)

VKdaD;; (AutoVolu me off )

In this setting, the volume level will not

increase automatically.

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Units

Jc^ih:C< (Speed measured in miles per

hour)

In this setting, all speed related features

are displayed in miles per hour (MPH).

(factory default)

Jc^ihB:I (Speed measured in kilome-

ters per hour)

In this setting, all speed related features

are displayed in kilometers per hour

(KPH).

Voice Announcements

Kd^XZDC (Voice announcements on)

In this setting, all alerts and instructions

are communicated using a voice announcement. (factory default)

Kd^XZD;; (Voice announcements off)

With voice off, normal tones will be used

for alerts.

Bands

7VcYh9;I

In this setting all radar and laser frequen-

cies, (with the exception of POP mode) are monitored. This is the factory setting, and it is recommended that you use your

PASSPORT in this mode.

7VcYhBD9

In this setting, PASSPORT will warn you with an audible alert, and associated text

message stating which band has been modiﬁed (i.e. “X OFF”). This warning is displayed during the start up sequence

(standard or fast).

Details of Preferences

WARNING: Only modify bands if you are absolutely certain that there are no trafﬁc radar units using that speciﬁc band in your

area.

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Specications

Features and Specifications

Operating Bands

• X-band 10.525 GHz ±25 MHz

• K-band 24.150 GHz ±100 MHz

• Ka-band 34.700 GHz ±1300 MHz

• Ku-band 13.450 GHz ±25 MHz

• Laser 904nm, 33 MHz bandwidth

Radar Receiver / Detector Type

• Superheterodyne, Varactor-Tuned VCO

• Scanning Frequency Discriminator

• Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

GPS Revceiver

• SiFRstar III

Laser Detection

• Quantum Limited Video Receiver

• Multiple Laser Sensor Diodes

Display Type

• 280 LED Alphanumeric

• Bar Graph, SpeedAlert, ExpertMeter, or SpecDisplay

• 5-Levels of Brightness Control, including Full Dark Mode

Power Requirement

• 12VDC, Negative Ground

• SmartCord (included)

Preferences

• Power-On Indication

• SpeedAlert

• Power-On Sequence

• Signal Strength Meter

• AutoMute

• AutoVolume

• Units

• Voice Announcements

• Radar / Laser Bands

Sensitivity Control

• AutoSensitivity, Highway and City

Auto Calibration Circuitry SmartShield VG2 Immunity Dimensions (Inches)

• 1.40" H x 2.90" W x 5.35" L

Patented Technology

PASSPORT is covered by one or more of the following U.S. patents: 6,836,238 6,693,578 6,614,385 6,587,068 6,400,305 6,249,218 6,069,580 5,668,554 5,600,132 5,587,916 5,559,508 5,446,923 5,402,087 5,365,055 5,347,120 5,305,007 5,206,500 5,164,729 5,134,406 5,111,207 5,079,553 5,049,885 5,049,884 4,961,074 4,954,828 4,952,937 4,952,936 4,939,521 4,896,855 4,887,753 4,862,175 4,750,215 4,686,499 4,631,542 4,630,054 4,625,210 4,613,989 4,604,529 4,583,057 4,581,769 4,571,593 4,313,216 D314,178 D313,365 D310,167 D308,837 D296,771 D288,418 D253,752 PASSPORT is also covered by one or more of the following Canadian patents: 2,330,964 1,295,715 1,295,714 1,187,602 1,187,586 European patent: 1,145,030 Additional patents may be listed inside the product. Other Patents Pending.

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Although PASSPORT has a comprehensive

warning system and this handbook is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your PASSPORT and how to interpret what it tells you. The speciﬁc type of radar being used, the type of transmission

(continuous or instant-on) and the location of the radar source affect the radar alerts you receive.

The following examples will give you an introduction to understanding PASSPORT’s warning system for radar and laser alerts.

Explanation

You are approaching a continuous radar

source aimed in your direction.

An instant- on radar source is being used

ahead of you and out of your view.

An instant- on radar source or laser source is

being used nearby. This kind of alert

requires immediate attention!

Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is inherently difﬁcult to detect, any laser alert may indicate a source very close by.

A moving patrol car with continuous radar is

overtaking you from behind. Because these signals are reﬂected (reﬂections are increased by large objects), they may or may not eventually melt into a solid point even when the patrol car is directly behind you.

You are approaching a radar unit concealed

by a hill or an obstructed curve.

Alert

PASSPORT begins to sound slowly, then the rate of alert increases until the alert becomes a solid tone. The Signal Meter ramps accordingly.

PASSPORT emits short alerts for a few seconds and then falls silent only to brieﬂy alert and fall silent again.

PASSPORT suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the appropriate band received. All segments in the Signal Strength Meter are lit.

A brief laser alert.

PASSPORT receives weak signals. These signals may be a little stronger as you pass large, roadside objects. The signals increase in frequency.

PASSPORT alerts slowly for awhile and then abruptly jumps to a strong alert.

Interpreting Alerts

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Alert

Explanation

PASSPORT alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly.

PASSPORT alerts intermittently. Rate and s t r e n g t h o f s i g n a l i n c r e a s e s w i t h e a c h a l e r t .

PASSPORT gives an X-band alert intermit tently.

A patrol car is travelling in front of you with

a radar source aimed forward. Because signals are sometimes reﬂected off of large objects and sometimes not, the alerts may seem inconsistent.

A patrol car is approaching from the other

direction, sampling trafﬁc with instant-on radar. Such aler ts should be ta ken seriously.

You are driving through an area populated

with radar motion sensors (door openers,

burglar alarms, etc.). Since these transmitters are usually contained inside buildings or aimed toward OR away from you, they are typically not as strong or lasting as a real radar encounter.

CAUTION: Since the characteristics of these alerts may be similar to some of the preceding examples, over-conﬁdence in an unfamiliar area can be dangerous. Likewise, if an alert in a commonly traveled area is suddenly stronger or on a different band than usual , speed radar may be set up nearby.

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How Radar Works

Trafﬁc radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in straight lines and is easily reﬂected by objects such as cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by directing its microwave beam down the road. As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave beam bounces off your car, and the radar antenna looks for the reﬂections.

Using the Doppler Principle, the radar equipment then calculates your speed by comparing the frequency of the reﬂection of your car to the original frequency of the beam sent out.

Trafﬁc radar has limitations, the most signiﬁcant of these being that it typically can monitor only one target at a time. If there is more than one vehicle within range, it is up to the radar operator to decide which target is producing the strongest reﬂection. Since the strength of the reﬂection is affected by both the size of the vehicle and its proximity to the antenna, it is difﬁcult for the radar operator to determine if the signal is from a sports car nearby or a semi-truck several hundred feet away.

Radar range also depends on the power of the radar equipment itself. The strength of the radar unit’s beam diminishes with distance. The farther the radar has to travel, the less energy it has for speed detection.

Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X, and K-band radar, your PASSPORT will occasionally receive nonpolice radar signals. Since these X-Band transmitters are usually contained inside of a building, or aimed toward the ground, they will generally produce much weaker readings than will a true radar encounter.

As you become familiar with the sources

of these pseudo alarms in your daily driving, they will serve as conﬁrmation that your PASSPORT’s radar detection abilities are fully operational.

How “POP” Works

“POP” mode is a relatively new feature for

radar gun manufacturers. It works by transmitting an extremely short burst, within the allocated band, to identify speeding vehicles in trafﬁc. Once the target is identiﬁed, or “POPPED,” the gun is then turned to its normal operating mode to provide a vehicle tracking history, (required by law).

NOTE: According to the operator’s manual from the radar gun manufacturer, tickets should not be issued in

POP mode.

How Radar Works How POP Works

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HowLaser Works

How Laser (Lidar) Works

Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR

(Light Detection and Ranging). LIDAR

guns project a beam of invisible infrared light. T he signal is a series of ver y short infrared light energy pulses which move in a straight line, reﬂecting off your car and returning to the gun. LIDAR uses these light pulses to measure the distance to a vehicle. Speed is then calculated by measuring how quickly these pulses are reﬂected given the known speed of light.

LIDAR (or laser) is a newer technology and is not as widespread as conventional radar, therefore, you may not encounter laser on a daily basis. And unlike radar detection, laser detection is not prone to false alarms. Because LIDAR transmits a much narrower beam than does radar, it is much more accurate in its ability to distinguish between targets and is also more difﬁcult to detect. AS A RESULT,

EVEN THE BRIEFEST LASER ALERT SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY. .

There are limitations to LIDAR equipment. LIDAR is much more sensitive to weather conditions than R ADAR, and a LIDAR gun’s range will be decreased by anything affecting visibility such as rain, fog, or smoke. A LIDAR gun cannot operate through glass and it must be stationary in order to get an accurate reading. Because LIDAR must have a clear line of sight and is subject to cosine error (an inaccuracy, which increases as the angle between the gun and the vehicle, increases) police typically use LIDAR equipment parallel to the road or from an overpass. LIDAR can be used day or night.

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How SWS Works

Safety Warning System, or SWS, uses a modiﬁed K-band radar signal. The SWS safety radar system has 64 possible messages (60 currently allocated). The SWS messages your PASSPORT can display are listed on the facing page.

From the factory, your PASSPORT is programmed with SWS decoding ON. If SWS is used in your area, your PASSPORT will display the safety messages associated with the signal. If you do not wish to detect this system, use the Preferences feature to turn PASSPORT’s SWS decoding OFF.

NOTE: Some of the safety messages have been condensed, so that each message can be displayed on one or two screens on PASSPORT’s

eight-character display.

Since Safety radar technology is relatively new, and the number of transmitters in operation is not yet widespread, you will not receive Safety signals on a daily basis. Do not be surprised if you encounter emergency vehicles, road hazards and railroad crossings that are unequipped with these transmitters. As Safety transmitters become more prevalent (the number of operating transmitters is growing every day), these Safety radar signals will become more common.

For more information and details about SWS safety radar, visit their web site at www.safetyradar.com.

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SWS Text Messages

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Fast/Slow Moving Vehicles 61 :bZg\ZcXnKZ]^XaZ>cIgVch^i 62 Eda^XZ>cEjghj^i 63 DkZgh^oZKZ]^XaZ>cIgVch^i 64 HadlBdk^c\KZ]^XaZ

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How GPS Works

The Global Positioning System (GPS) is made up of twenty four orbiting satellites and was developed by the U.S. military. There are at least four satellites visible at any given time every day.

A GPS receiver is designed to locate and receive data from four of these satellites. This data includes the distance to your location from each of the satellites. Once the distance from each satellite is known, the receiver can calculate and pinpoint your exact location.

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Service

Service Procedure

If Your PASSPORT ever needs service, please follow these simple steps:

1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual. It may have a solution to your problem.

2 Call us at 1-800-543-1608. We may be able to solve your problem over the phone. If the problem requires that you send your PASSPORT to the factory for repair, we will provide you with a Return Authorization Number, which must be included on the outside of your shipping box.

Enclose the following information with your PASSPORT:

• Your Service Order Number

• Your name and return address

• Your daytime telephone number

• A description of the problem you are experiencing.

Out Of Warranty Repairs

For out of warranty repairs, include prepayment in the amount you were quoted by the ESCORT Customer Service Representative. If the detector has been damaged, abused or modiﬁed, the repair cost will be calculated on a parts and labor basis. If it exceeds the basic repair charge, you will be contacted with a quotation. If the additional payment is not received within 30 days (or if you notify us that you choose not to have your PASSPORT repaired at the price quoted), your PASSPORT will be returned, without repair. Payment can be made by check, money order, or credit card.

Mail PASSPORT and SmartCord To:

ESCORT Customer Service Department

Return Authorization Number _________ 5440 West Chester Road West Chester, Ohio 45069

For your own protection, we recommend

that you ship your PASSPORT postpaid

and insured. Insist on a proof of delivery,

and keep the receipt until the return of

your PASSPORT.

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Problem

PASSPORT beeps brieﬂy at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight.

PASSPORT does not seem sensitive to radar or laser.

PASSPORT did not alert when a police car was in view.

PASSPORT’s display is not working.

PASSPORT’s audible alerts are less loud after the ﬁrst few alerts.

PASSPORT bounces or sags on windshield.

PASSPORT’s power-on sequence reoccurs while you are driving.

Your 14-year old son has changed

all 9 of the Preferences options.

PAS SPORT fee ls very w arm.

Solution

• An X-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. Use the TrueLock feature to ﬁlter this signal out.

• Make sure that windshield wipers do not block PASSPORT’s radar antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas.

• Determine if your vehicle has an Instaclear®, ElectriClear® or solar reﬂective windshield which may deﬂect radar or laser signals.

• PASSPORT may be in City Mode.

• VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder), a stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use.

• Ofﬁcer may not have radar or laser unit turned on.

• Press the BRT button to deactivate Dark Mode.

• PASSPORT is in AutoMute Mode. See page 9 for details.

• PASSPORT is not making contact with the windshield to provide stability. While holding down PASSPORT’s EasyMount button, slide PASSPORT further back toward the windshield so that the back top edge makes ﬁrm contact.

• A loose power connection or dirty lighter socket can cause PASSORT to be brieﬂy disconnected.

• You can return all of the user Preferences to the factor y defaults settings by holding down the “SEN” and “BRT” buttons while you turn PASSPORT on.

• It is normal for PASSPORT to feel warm.

Troubleshooting

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Problem

PASSPORT will not turn on.

Solution

• Check that vehicle ignition is ON.

• Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional.

• Try PASSPORT in another vehicle.

GPS indicator will not stop ﬂashing.

TrueLock lock ﬁlter does not seem to be working.

At ﬁrst detect, numbers come up on

the display.

• PASSPORT does not have a clear view of the sky. Reposition it accordingly.

• Check to make sure the GPS button is on.

• SpeedAlert feature is on. You can turn it off in Preferences.

Explanation of Displays

No display PASSPORT is in Dark mode. Press the BRT button to change the brightness.

(page 10)

E^adi=LN One of the many Preferences. (pages 14-18)

, or @q, PASSPORT has been set to ExpertMeter Mode in Preferences. (page 12-13)

etc.

GZhZi PASSPORT needs to cycle power. Unplug it from power socket and restart. EdlZg

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Accessories

The following accessories and replacement parts are available for PASSPORT 9500i.

Standard Coiled SmartCord.........$29.95

Available in red or blue

Direct-wire SmartCord.................. $29.95

Accessory Kit..................................... $19.95

9500i Travel Case............................. $19.95

ESCORT Extended Service Plan

ESCORT offers an optional ex tended

service plan. Contact ESCORT for details.

Accessories

FCC NOTE: Modications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment.

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online:

@www

EscortRadar.com

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ESCORT PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD

 If you purchased your detector directly from ESCORT, you do not need to fill this out.

 If you did not purchase your detector directly from ESCORT, please fill out this section and return to us, or

Address__________________________________________________________________

City_________________________________________ State_____________ Zip_________

E-mail (In case we have a question)__________________________________________________

3. Place of Purchase____________________________________ Date___________ Price_______

1. First Name:___________________ Middle Initial____ Last Name__________________________

2. Product Purchased___________________________ Model___________ Serial Number_________

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5. Would you like to be added to our mailing list? ; Yes ; No

4. Primary reason for purchasing this ESCORT product_________________________________________

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Warranty

ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty

What this warranty covers: ESCORT warrants your Product against all defects in materials and workmanship. For how long: One (1) year from the date of the original purchase. What we will do: ESCORT, at our discretion, will either repair or replace your Product free of charge. What we will not do: ESCORT will not pay shipping charges that you incur for sending your product to us.

What you must do to maintain this warranty: Show original proof of pur-

chase from an authorized ESCORT dealer. Warranty Exclusions: Warranty does not apply to your product under any of the following conditions: 1. The serial number has been removed or modiﬁed. 2. Your product has been subjected to misuse or damage (including water damage, physical abuse, and/or improper installation).

3. Your product has been modiﬁed in any way. 4. Your receipt or proof-of-purchase is from a non-authorized dealer or internet auction site including E-bay, U-bid, or other non-authorized resellers. 5. You are not the original purchaser of the radar detector from an authorized dealer or did not receive it as a gift from the original purchaser of the radar detector from an authorized dealer. To obtain service: 1. Contact ESCORT

(1-800-543-1608) to obtain a Return Authorization Number. 2. Properly pack

your product and include: your name, complete return address, written description of the problem with your product, daytime telephone number, and a copy of the original purchase receipt. 3. Label the outside of the package clearly with your Return Authorization number. Ship the product pre-paid (insured, for your protection) to: ESCORT Inc, 5440 West Chester Rd., West Chester, OH 45069. LIMITATION OF WARRANTY: EXCEPT

AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN, YOU ARE ACQUIRING THE PRODUCT “AS IS” AND “WHERE IS,” WITHOUT

REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY. ESCORT SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE CONCERNING THE MERCHANT-

ABILITY AND SUITABILITY OF THE

PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ESCORT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR

INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR

MOUNTING OF THE PRODUCT.

The above limitations or exclusions shall

be limited to the extent they violate the

laws of any particular state. ESCORT is not

responsible for products lost in shipment

between the owner and our service center.

Other legal rights: This Warrant y gives

you speciﬁc rights. You may have other

legal rights, which vary, from state to state.

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Designed in the USA

ESCORT Inc. 5440 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069

Sales: 800-433-3487 Service: 800-543-1608 www.EscortRadar.com

©2007 ESCORT Inc. ESCORT®, PASSPORT®, TrueLock™, SpeedAlert™, AutoSensitivity™, AutoVolume™, SmartMute™, MuteDisplay™, SpecDisplay™, and Exper tMeter™ are trademarks of ESCORT Inc. SWS™ is a trademark of SWS, L.C.

Features, specications and prices subject to change without notice.

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Escort 9500I User Manual

Quick Reference Card

TableofContents

Installation

Windshield Mount

Controls andFeatures

Interpreting Alerts

How Radar Works

How Radar Works How POP Works

HowLaser Works

How SWS Works

SWS Text Messages

How GPS Works

Troubleshooting

Warranty