Escort C65 User Manual

T H E R A D A R A N D L A S E R E X P E R T S T H E R A D A R A N D L A S E R E X P E R T S

	Owner’s Manual
ESCORT Inc.
5440 West Chester Road
West Chester OH 45069-2950
Customer Service:
800.543.1608
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©2008 ESCORT Inc.
Manufactured and Printed in Canada.	R A D A R • L A S E R • S A F E T Y • D E T E C T O R
ESCORT C65

Congratulations

The ESCORT C65is the most advanced radar, laser and safety detector ever designed by ESCORT.

The ESCORT C65 includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, front and rear laser detection, digital signal processing

(DSP) for superior range and reduced false alarms, our patented Mute and AutoMute, audible and visual band alerts, and all the performance you’d expect from ESCORT.

In addition, the ESCORT C65 introduces a new level of revolutionary performance and innovative features.

•Superior long-range radar and laser detection, including new “POP” mode alert

•Advanced Programming lets you customize 7 features

•AutoScan mode drastically reduces false alarms, plus Highway and City settings

•Ultra-bright alphanumeric Display with 280 LEDs

•Exclusive Threat Display tracks and displays multiple radar signals, including signal strength.

•Tech Display provides actual numeric radar frequency for any radar signal

•New Programmable Bands (on/off), including International and North American settings.

•Detects and decodes Safety Warning

System messages

•Includes new coiled SmartCord

If you’ve used a radar detector before, a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5, and the Programming information on pages 12 and 13 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 C65’s outstanding performance and innovative features.

Please drive safely.

FCC Note:

Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment.

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		ESCORT C65 Quick Reference Card
		There are 7 user-selectable options so you	An example
		can customize your C65 for your own	Here is how you would turn C65’s
		preferences.	AutoMute feature off.
		The buttons labeled CITY and BRT are
		also used to enter the Program Mode,	1 Enter the Program Mode by holding
		REVIEW your current program settings,	both the CITY and BRT buttons down for 2
		and to CHANGE any settings as desired.	seconds.C65 will beep twice and display
		The words PROGRAM,RVW and CHG are	Program.
		located on the top of the detector,and are
		highlighted in graphics.	2 Then hold the RVW button down. The
		How to use Programming	C65 will scroll through the categories,
			starting with Pilot (Pilot), thenVoice
		1 To enter Program Mode, press and	(Voice), then Power-on sequence
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		hold both CITY and BRT buttons down	(PwrOn), then Signal strength meter
		for 2 seconds.The unit will beep twice,	(Meter), and then AutoMute (aMute).
		and will display the word Program.
		2 Then press the RVW button to review	3 Release the RVW button when C65
	along		shows theAutoMute item.Since the
		the button to change from item to item,or	C65 will display aMute ON.
		the current settings.You can either tap	factory setting is for AutoMute to be on,
	card	hold the button to scroll through the items.	If you accidentally don’t release the
			RVW button in time, and the C65 goes to
	Remove	3 Press the CHG button to change any	the next category, hold the RVW button
		setting.You can either tap the button to	down again, and after C65 scrolls
		change from setting to setting,or hold the	through all categories, it will begin again
		button to scroll through all the options.	at the top of the list.
		4 To leave Program Mode, simply wait	4 Press the CHG button to change from
		8 seconds without pressing any	aMute ONto aMute OFF.
		button, or press the PWR button.The
		unit will display Complete,beep,and	5 To complete the Programming,simply
		return to normal operation.	wait 8 seconds without pressing any
		Factory Default Settings	button, or press the PWR button.The C65
			will display Complete, beep, and return
		To reset C65 to its original factory	to normal operation.
		settings, press and hold the “CITY” and
		“BRT” buttons while turning the power
		on. The C65’s display will provide a
		Resetmessage, accompanied by an
	1	audible alert, acknowledging the reset.	Programming Details

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ESCORT C65 Quick Reference Card

Press the RVW button						Press the CHG button
to go from one category						to change your setting
to the next	Pilot HWY					within a category
PILOT						*Fullword:HighwayorAutoScanorCity
(Power-onindication)	Pilot H					Letter:HorAorC
	Pilot V					Vehiclevoltage
VOICE	Voice ON					*Voicealertson
	Voice OFF					Voicealertsoff
POWER-ONSEQUENCE	PwrOn STD					*Standardpower-onsequence
	PwrOn FST					Fastpower-onsequence
SIGNAL STRENGTHMETER	Meter STD					*Standardsignalstrengthmeter
	Meter THT					ThreatDisplay
	Meter TEC					TechDisplay
AUTOMUTE	aMute ON					*AutoMuteon
	aMute OFF					AutoMuteoff
CITYMODESENSITIVITY	City STD					*StandardCitymodesensitivity
	City LoX					LowXbandsensitivityinCityMode
	City NoX					NoXbandsensitivityinCityMode
BANDS	Bands ALL					*Allbandsenabled
	Bands MOD					Oneormorebandshasbeenmodified
								Turnbands“ON”or“OFF”by
								pressingtheVOLUME/MUTEbutton
		X		ON		or OFF
		K		ON		or OFF
		Ka		USA or Intlor OFF
		POP		ON		or OFF
		Ku		ON		or OFF
		LSR		ON		or OFF
*FactoryDefaultSettings		SWS		ON		or OFF

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Quick Reference Guide	4-5	Programming	12-16
Installation	6-7	• How to use Programming	12
• Power Connection	6	• Example of Programming	12
• Mounting Location	6	• Overview of Programming	13
•Windshield Mount	7	• Details of Programming	14-16
Controls and Features	8-11	Technical Details	17-23
• Power andVolume Control	8	• Specifications	17
•Voice	8	• InterpretingAlerts	18-19
• Power-on indication	8	• How RadarWorks	20
•AutoMute	8	• How“POP”Works	20
• Mute	8	• How LaserWorks	21
• Highway /AutoScan / City Switch	8	• How Safety RadarWorks	22-23
• Brightness and Dark Mode	9	Service	24-28
•AudibleAlerts	9	•Troubleshooting	24-25
• Power Connector	10	• Service	26
• Signal Strength Meter	10	• Registration	28
•Threat Display	11	•Warranty andAccessories	29
•Tech Display	11
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Quick Reference Guide

To begin using your C65, just follow these simple steps

1Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your car’s lighter socket.

2Mount your C65 on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount.

3Press the PWR button, located top left, to turn C65 on.

4Press and hold the Volume/Mute button to adjust the volume.

Please read the manual to fully understand C65’s operation and features.

QuickMount Slot

Insert C65’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7

QuickMount Button

Press the button, and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions. Page 7

City Button

Switches between AutoScan, City and Highway, settings. In general, we recommend AutoScan. Page 8

Power Button

Press the PWR button to turn the C65 on or off. Page 8

AutoMute

C65’s patented AutoMute automatically reduces the volume level of the audio alert after a brief period. Page 8. If you prefer, you can turn AutoMute off. Page 8

Programming

C65 is ready to go, just plug it in and turn it on. But you can also easily change 7 features for your preferences. Page 12-16

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Radar Antenna and Laser Lens The rear panel of your C65 should have a clear view of the road ahead. For best performance, do not mount the C65 directly behind windshield wipers or tinted areas. Page 6

Alphanumeric Matrix Display C65’s display will show Highway, AutoScan, or City as its power-on indication. If you prefer, you can choose other power-on indications. Page 12-14 During an alert, the display will indicate radar band, and a precise bar graph of signal strength. Page 10 Note: In the Dark Mode the display will not light during an alert. Page 9 The display can also show Safety Radar text messages. Page 22-23

Rear Laser Port Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle.

Earphone Jack

Accepts standard 3.5mm earphone.

Brightness Button Press to adjust display brightness. There are three brightness settings, plus Dark Mode. In the Dark Mode, the power-on indication will be changed to a dim “AD,” “HD,” or “CD” (indicating AutoScan, Dark, Highway Dark, or City Dark). In the Dark Mode, C65’s meter will not display during an alert, only the audio will alert you. Page 9

Power Jack

Plug the SmartCord into this connector.

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Volume / Mute Button Press and hold to adjust the volume level. Briefly press this button (above the display) to silence the audio for a specific alert. Page 8

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Installation

Power Connection

To power C65,plug the small end of the SmartCord,(telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on C65’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.

C65 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 the optional European sleeve to ensure a snug fit.If so,simply call our service department to order one.This sleeve slides over the SmartCord’s lighter plug adapter.Of course,your lighter socket must be clean and properly connected for proper operation.

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

See theAccessories section for details on our optional Direct-wire SmartCord.

Mounting Location

WARNING: ESCORT cannot anticipate the many ways the C65 can be mounted.

It is important that you mount C65 where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident.

Where to mount C65

For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following:

•Using the Windshield QuickMount, mount your C65 level, and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road from the front and rear.

•Mount C65 away from windshield wipers, other solid objects, and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens.

Windshield QuickMount

C65’s QuickMount windshield bracket is designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.

1 Depress the QuickMount button on the top of C65 (by the word ESCORT) and slide the QuickMount 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 QuickMount 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 C65 on your windshield, use the QuickMount adjustment button located on the top of the C65, and slide C65 forward or backward to obtain a level horizontal position.

When installed and adjusted properly, the back top edge of the C65 should rest solidly against your windshield.

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.

User’s Tip

You can leave the QuickMount bracket in place on your windshield, and easily remove the C65 by pressing the adjustment button and sliding it 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.

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