Escort 9500IX User Manual

How To Use Preferences

Settings & Preferences

PASSPORT is ready to go, just plug it in and turn it on, but you can also easily change features for your preferences. There are 10 user-selectable Preferences so you can customize your 9500ix for your speciﬁc driving needs. The buttons labeled “MRK” and “BRT” are 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.

How to use Preferences 1 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

Prefs.

2 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.

3 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.

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

beep 4 times, and return to normal operation.

. The unit will display Complete,

An example

Here is how you would turn PASSPORT’s AutoMute feature oﬀ.

1 Enter Preferences by holding both the MRK and BRT buttons down for 2 seconds. PASSPORT

will beep twice and display

Prefs.

2 Then hold the “BRT” button down. PASSPORT will scroll through the categories, starting with Pilot Light

(Pilot), then SpeedAlert (sAlrt), Power-on

sequence

(PwrOn), then Signal strength meter

(Meter), and then AutoMute (aMute).

3 Release the “BRT” button when PASSPORT shows the AutoMute item. Since the factory setting

is for AutoMute to be on, PASSPORT will display

aMute ON.

If you accidentally don’t release the “BRT” button in time, and PASSPORT goes to the next category, simply hold the “BRT” 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

aMute ON to aMute OFF.

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

will display normal operation.

Complete, beep 4 times, and return to

. PASSPORT

Press the BRT button to go from

one category to the next

(Power-on indication)

Signal Strength Meter

Press and hold the MRK and BRT buttons to access Preferences. To exit Preferences, simply wait a few seconds without pressing a button. The unit will display

Completed to

conﬁrm your selections

*Default Setting

Pilot Light

SpeedAlert

AutoLearn

AutoMute

AutoPower

Units

Voice

Bands

Markers

Press the MRK button to change your setting within a category

Pilot HWY Pilot H Pilot H.> Pilot V Pilot SPD

sAlrt ON sAlrt OFF

aLrn ON aLrn OFF

Meter STD Meter EXP Meter SPC

aMute ON aMute OFF

aPwr ON aPwr OFF

Units ENG Units MET

Voice ON Voice OFF

Bands DFT Bands MOD

X ON

K ON or OFF (default is on)

* 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

* Automatically locks out false alarms AutoLearn is oﬀ

* Standard signal strength meter ExpertMeter mode SpecDisplay mode

* Audio alerts increase automatically Audio alerts are controlled manually

* Turns detector oﬀ after 4 hours AutoPower feature is oﬀ

* 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

or OFF (default is on)

Ka ON or OFF (default is on) POP ON or OFF (default is oﬀ) SWS ON or OFF (default is oﬀ) LSR ON or OFF (default is on) TSR ON or OFF (default is on)

Marks DFT Marks MOD

rCam ON

or OFF (default is on)

sCam ON or OFF (default is on) sTrap ON or OFF (default is on) Othr ON or OFF (default is on)

Notes for Settings & Preferences

For descriptions of features and functions available when connected to SmartCord Live

with ESCORT Live visit EscortRadar.com and

download the SmartCord Live user manual for your iOS or Android OS smartphone. Also visit Escort.Radar.com for the complete PASSPORT 9500ix Owner’s Manual.

To view serial number and software

revision press MRK and MUTE while powering

on detector.

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

Reset

Registration

Info & Accessories

800.433.3487

EscortRadar.com

GPS Powered for Speed and Location Intelligence

message will be displayed, accompanied by an

audible alert acknowledging the reset.

Software Updates

PASSPORT’s red light and speed camera

database is easily updated using our exclusive

detector software tools found on our web site. Firmware, or the operating software for the

detector, can also be updated using these tools.

In order to have access to these updates, you must register your PASSPORT at www. EscortRadar.com. Once registered, you will

receive email notiﬁcations that updates are now

available for your database or ﬁrmware.

To install your software and DEFENDER updates, connect your Max to a computer via USB/USB Mini B cable to use the software tools If you have a laptop computer you can take it

Designed in the USA

ESCORT Inc. 5440 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069

Sales/Service 800.433.3487 www.EscortRadar.com

Exper tMeter™ and Cincinnati Mi crowave are tra demarks of E SCORT Inc.

SWS™ is a trademark of SWS, L.C.

Manufa ctured in Ca nada.

FCC NOTE: Modiﬁcatio ns not express ly approved by the manufac turer

could vo id the user’s FCC granted autho rity to ope rate the equip ment.

FCC ID: QKL95M4 This device complies with p art 15 of the FCC rul es. Op eration is subje ct to the fo llowing two cond itions: (1) This devi ce may not cause harmful

inter ference, and (2) thi s devi ce must accept any interfe rence r eceived

including interf erence that may cause undesired operatio n.

Open

Pre-loaded DEFENDER Database

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out to the vehicle to download the updates.

R A D A R • L A S E R • S A F E T Y C A M E R A • D E T E C T O R

Quick Reference

Controls & Features Congratulations PASSPORT 9500ix Features Installation

You’ve just purchased the PASSPORT 9500ix which combines award-winning radar and laser detection with breakthrough intelligence. The PASSPORT 9500ix delivers extreme longrange warning on all radar bands including X, K, Superwide Ka, 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 9500ix can also be used in conjunction with our Laser Shifter product. Visit our website at EscortRadar.com or call us toll-free at 800-433-3487 for more details. The PASSPORT 9500ix’s GPS-powered intelligence provides permanent relief from false alarms including automatic door openers, motion sensors and other radar-

based sensors. And, it comes pre-loaded with ESCORT’s DEFENDER Database to alert you to thousands of red light and ﬁxed position speed camera locations throughout North America. If this is your ﬁrst detector, please read this Quick Rererence in detail to get the most out of your PASSPORT’s revolutionary performance and innovative features. Please drive safely.

• AutoLearn automatically learns and rejects false radar sources based on exact location and frequency.

• AutoPower automatically shuts off the detector to save unnecessary drain on your battery.

• Web-ready access allows you to update your safety camera data and other software through our website.

• Revolutionary AutoSensitivity mode provides real-time radar performance based on vehicle speed, plus Highway and Auto No X settings.

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

• Mark Location feature allows you to instantly

“Mark” known speed traps, cameras and other

places of interest.

• Easy-to-use Preferences allow you to customize up to 10 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.

• Selectable Markers (on/off) allow you to customize which Markers PASSPORT monitors.

• Exclusive SmartCord provides easy access to Mute and TrueLock features.

Compatib le with

* Requires Optional SmartCord Live and app subscription available at EscortRadar.com

Windshield Mount

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

Mounting Location

WARNING: ESCORT cannot anticipate the many ways PASSPORT can be mounted. It is important that you mount PASSPORT where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident.

Using the supplied windshield mount, position your PASSPORT level and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road ahead.

To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the windshield ﬁrmly and be sure to keep both your windshield and the suction cups clean. For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following on where to mount PASSPORT:

• Center of windshield between driver and passenger.

• Ensure clear view of road ahead and sky above.

• Avoid windshield wipers and heavily tinted areas.

• 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 GPSpowered features to work properly, the top case must have a clear view of the sky.

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. However, we suggest that you do not do this when the bracket is connected to the detector.

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

Level mo unting

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

Facing Do wn 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 at EscortRadar.com.

Power Connection

To power PASSPORT, plug the small end of the SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on PASSPORT’s left side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket. Press the power button located on the top case and adjust the volume level by pressing the

+ or – buttons located on the top case.

“VOL”

PASSPORT operates on 12 volts DC negative ground only. The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles. However, some vehicles may require our optional sleeve to ensure a snug ﬁt. If so, simply call or visit EscortRadar.com.

You can easily access and customize all of your Settings and Preferences by pressing and holding the MRK and SEN buttons. See Settings

& Preferences for details.

NOTE: depending on your vehicle, the

lighter socket power may either be continuously on, or it may be switched on and off with your ignition switch.

Optional Power Cords

Call or visit EscortRadar.com for our optional Direct-wire SmartCord.

Using SmartCord

• Mute Button: Press to mute an alert; press three times to lock out a false alert; press twice while receiving a locked-out alert to unlock.

• Alert Light: Blinks when receiving an alert.

• Power Light: Lights when receiving power.

Modular Connector

Plugs into detector jack

Lighter Adapter

Connects to lighter/accessory socket

EasyMount Slot

Insert PASSPORT’s

adjustable windshield

bracket into this slot

EasyMount Button

Press the button, and

slide the windshield bracket into one of its four locking positions

Rear Laser Port

Receives laser signals from

behind the vehicle

Earphone Jack

Accepts standard 3.5mm

mono earphone

Power Jack

Plug the SmartCord into this

connector

TrueLock/GPS Filter

Switches TrueLock feature (stored locations) on or off

Sensitivity Button

Switches between

Highway, Auto, and

Auto NoX settings. In

general, we recommend the

Auto mode

Volume Adjustment

Increases or decreases the

alert volume

Radar Antenna and Laser Lens

For best performance the rear panel of your PASSPORT should have a clear, unobstructed view of the road ahead

Alphanumeric Display

PASSPORT’s display will show Highway, Auto, or Auto Nox as its power-on indication. If you prefer, you can choose other power-on indications

During an alert, the display will indicate radar band and a precise bargraph of signal strength NOTE: In the Dark Mode the

display will not light during an alert

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USB Data Port

Allows updating DEFENDER

Database

(red light and ﬁxed position speed cameras) and other software from EscortRadar.com

Power Button

Press this button to turn PASSPORT on or off

Mark Location

Press to mark a speciﬁc location (e.g. speed trap, etc.)

Brightness Button

Press to adjust the display brightness. There are four brightness Max, Auto, plus Full Dark

settings: Min, Med,

In the Dark Mode,

PASSPORT’s display will remain dark and only the audio will alert you

GPS Signal Indicator

The GPS icon indicates

reception of GPS satellite signals and conﬁrms

TrueLock signal rejection

Mute Button

Brieﬂy press button to silence the audio for a

speciﬁc alert. (The audio will alert you to the next encounter.)

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