Escort ZR5 User Manual

Sensor Installation (continued) Controller and Shifter Bridge Box Installation

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Snap mounting bracket onto sensor and

1

install the included bolts but do not
tighten them. If the bolts do not thread
into the sensor then you have the bracket
on backwards.

2

Apply the double sided tape to the

underside of the sensor’s mounting
bracket. Check front alignment and
mount the sensor to a solid surface of the
vehicle.

3

Use the supplied bubble level to ensure

the sensor is parallel to the road and
tighten the sensor’s mounting bracket
bolts.

4

Repeat for additional sensor(s).

Securing Connectors with Shrink Tube

Once you’ve installed all components
properly and tested to ensure all parts are
working properly, use cable ties to fasten
sensor cables to a solid surface, keeping
them away from heat and any moving parts.
It is advisable to use the supplied heat
shrink tubes to protect connectors against
water, moisture, dust, etc.

Additional ShifterMax Sensors

Additional Laser ShifterMax sensors, with
included mounting hardware, are sold
separately in pairs.

Controller

1 Determine the best location for the

Controller. An optimal location is easily
visible and accessible from the driver’s
position and does not interfere with
normal driving. Avoid locations that
require reaching through or around the
steering wheel.

2

Clean the mounting surface thoroughly.

3 Mount the Controller using the

pre-applied adhesive.

Route the cable to the Interface and plug

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into the port labeled “Controller”.

Shifter Bridge Box

1 The Shifter Bridge Box is weatherproof. To

2

3

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limit the number of cables routed
through the firewall, we recommend
installing the Bridge Box inside of the
engine compartment.

Slide the included heat shrink onto the

Bridge Box Interface cable then plug into
the cable extending from the Bridge Box
labeled “Interface” and route the cable
toward the interior of the vehicle. Shrink
the heat shrink onto the inline connector
and secure the cable with zip-ties.

Route the cable to the Interface and plug

into the port labeled “Shifters”.

Warranty

ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty

What this warranty covers: Escort, Inc.

(“Escort”) warrants your Product against all
defects in materials and workmanship.

For how long: One (1) year from the date of
original purchase from an authorized Escort
dealer.

What we will do: If a breach of warranty
occurs, Escort, at its 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 purchase or

receipt from an authorized Escort dealer.

Warranty exclusions: This warranty does
not apply to your product under any of the
following conditions: 1.The serial number has
been removed or modied. 2. Your product has
been subjected to misuse or damage (including
water damage, physical abuse, and/or improper
installation). 3. Your product has been modied
in any way. 4. Your receipt or proof-of-purchase
is from a nonauthorized dealer or internet
auction site, including E-bay, U-bid, or other
non-authorized resellers. 5. You are not the
original purchaser of the Product from an
authorized dealer or did not receive it as a gift
from the original purchaser of the Product from
an authorized dealer.

To obtain service: 1. Contact ESCORT (1-800­543-1608) 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 proof of purchase or
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: The obligations
set forth above are ESCORT’s sole obligations
and your exclusive remedy. ESCORT makes

no other express warranty. Any implied
warranty of merchantability or tness for a
particular purpose that may be applicable
to the Product is limited in duration to the
duration of this warranty. Some States do

not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not
apply to you. 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.

Some States do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. ESCORT is
not responsible for products lost in shipment
between the owner and our service center.

Other legal rights: This warranty gives you
specic legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from State to State.

Contact Us

Accessories

800.433.3487

EscortRadar.com

Designed in the USA by Escort Inc.,
Manufactured in Canada
with components of Polish origin

ESCORT Inc.
5440 West Chester Road
West Chester OH 45069

Sales / Service 800.433.3487
www.EscortRadar.com

©2017 ESCORT Inc. ESCOR T®, ZR5® and LA SER SHIFT ERMAX® are
trademarks of ESCORT, Inc.

THIS DEV ICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPER ATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE FO LLOWING TWO CONDIT IONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY
NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTER FERENCE, AND (2) TH IS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT
MAY CAUSE UND ESIRED OPERATION.

Control Module

Twin Front-Mounted Laser Transceivers

ESCORT, Inc.

5440 West Chester Road

West Chester OH 45069

Sales/Service 800.433.3487

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The Ultimate Laser Defense System

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Congratulations and Important Warning

Safety Precautions

What’s Included

Controls and Features

Interface Installation

Sensor Installation

Congratulations

Your new ZR5 is the most advanced defense
system against targeting laser guns. ZR5
comes complete with twin front-mounted
laser shifters, panel mounted controller,
Interface with integrated speaker, modular
connections, complete wiring harnesses,
and mounting hardware. ZR5 also interfaces
with select Escort radar detectors for the
ultimate in driving protection.

Please read this guide in detail to get the
most out of your new ZR5’s performance
and features.

Please drive safely.

Important Installation Warning

Please Note

This product may be limited or prohibited
in some jurisdictions. Check applicable
laws before using.

Important Installation Warning

ZR5 requires professional installation. A
select group of car specialists can install ZR5
for you. Visit EscortRadar.com to find an
authorized installer near you.

Attempting to install ZR5 without expertise
in automotive electronic installations can
cause personal injury during the installation,
or damage the ZR5 and your vehicle. If your
vehicle is damaged during installation, its
safety systems may be compromised, which
could cause personal injury or property
damage.

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ZR5 was designed to meet high
performance and quality standards;
however, there are certain precautions that
must be considered before approaching
installation and operation:

Use only original ZR5 parts included with

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your unit. Do not plug any third-party
components into your unit, and do not
plug any supplied components into any
third-party products, as this may cause
failure and will void warranty.

Special care must be taken during

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installation of outer sensors, as damaging
factory-installed cables or connectors
may cause damage or device malfunction
and may void warranty.

While outer sensors are specially designed

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and manufactured to be installed outside
and to operate in harsh environments, the
Interface and Controller must be installed
and kept in a dry place, preferably
somewhere inside the driver’s cabin.
Failures due to improper installation may
void warranty.

ZR5 cannot detect through glass or other

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transparent objects, and certain materials
may absorb infrared light.

Check your local laws before using ZR5, as

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transmitted light can interfere with other
laser equipment.

Maintenance

Once ZR5 is installed, dirt and filth can
accumulate on the front covers of the
sensors, especially during the winter. To
ensure peak performance, check front
covers of sensors often and, if necessary,
wipe clean with a cloth.

Warning

Never, under any circumstances, look at
the sensors while powered on and
operating. Do not view with optical
instruments (like magnifiers).

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Interface

Two Laser ShifterMax Sensors

• Twin weatherproof sensors

• 6-foot cables with waterproof connectors

• Mounting hardware and bubble level

Controller

• Controller mounts easily to instrument pod,
dashboard, or console

• Adhesive pads provided for secure mounting

ShifterMax Bridge Box

• Weatherproof Bridge Box is used to connect
ShifterMax Sensors to main Interface

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Alert Indications

The Controller’s LED will flash red when
alerting. Since Laser signals are a possible
threat no matter how weak, ZR5 alerts you
with a full continuous audible alert along with
a voice notification. The voice will announce
whether the laser signal is front or rear.

If shifting is disabled, when ZR5 receives a
laser signal it will say “alert” instead of
“shifting”.

Power

Press the PWR button to turn ZR5 on. To turn
ZR5 off, press and hold PWR until you hear
“Powering Down”.

Volume and Mute

Press and hold the VOL/MUTE button to
adjust the alert volume level. The volume
will gradually increase. To decrease the
volume, release the VOL button and quickly
press and hold the VOL button again. Once
you’ve reached your preferred audio level
release the button. Your preferred audio
level will be stored in memory, even after
the detector is turned off.

Both the ZR5 mute button, and the mute
button on the connected detector, will mute
an alert. Subsequent alerts will audibly alert
normally.
To temporarily disable shifting for 30
seconds; while receiving a laser alert double
tap the mute button of the ZR5 or the
connected detector. After 30 seconds
elapse, ZR5 will announce that shifting is
enabled again.

Mode

Press the MODE button to switch between
“shifting” and “receive-only” modes. When
using “receive-only” mode ZR5 will only alert
to laser signals without shifting.

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1 Install the Interface under the dash using

supplied zip-ties.

Note:

Do not mount Interface inside vehicle’s

engine compartment!

2 Connect black wire (-) to ground, and

red-striped wire (+) to a switched 12-volt
supply. If ZR5 is left “on” then it will
automatically power on and off with the
ignition.

3 ShifterMax Bridge Box, Display Controller

Module, and optional radar detector all
plug into the Interface.

4 It is recommended that after the Interface

is installed and connected to power, all
other components are plugged in and
tested for proper operation before
completing the installation.

1 2 3 4 5 6

IMPORTANT!

When using optional Rear
ShifterMax sensors ensure DIP
switches 3 and 4 are moved down
to the REAR position.

FRONT

REAR

Positioning Sensors

Install each sensor halfway between the side
and the center of the vehicle.

For optimal performance, sensors need to
be facing straight forward (or backward, if
installing optional rear sensors), not at an
angle. Make sure that each sensor is parallel
with the road (using supplied bubble level).

Note

Vehicle must be positioned on a flat
surface in order to position sensors
parallel with the road. Make sure that
sensors have an unobstructed “view” of
the road so the unit can function properly.
Do not install sensors behind a solid
surface, which would block laser
transmission/reception.

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