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Congratulations Your new TurboCharged Passport 7500S is the most advanced radar detector available. The 7500S includes full X, K, and SuperWide Ka radar protection, front and rear laser detection, Digital Signal Processing for superior range and falsing rejection, our patented Mute and AutoMute, audible and visual band alerts, and all the performance you’d expect from Escort. In addition, the new Passport 7500S introduces a new level of TurboCharged performance and innovative features.
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your Passport, just follow these simple steps 1 EasyMount Slot Insert Passport’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 4-5 Plug 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. 2 Mount your Passport on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount. 3 Rotate the volume thumbwheel on Passport’s left side to turn Passport on and adjust the volume.
Installation Power Connection Mounting Location Windshield Mount To power Passport, plug the small end of the supplied coiled power cord into the telephone-type power jack on Passport’s left side, and plug the lighter adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket. 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.
Controls and Features Power and volume control Mute Dim / Dark Switch To turn Passport on and adjust the alert tone volume level, rotate the thumbwheel on Passport’s left side. Turn the control away from you to increase the audio volume. When you turn Passport on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may program your Passport for a shorter power-on sequence. See the EZ-Programming section for details.
Controls and Features Power Connector signals present, Passport’s internal computer determines which is the most important threat to show on the bar-graph meter. When Passport detects radar, it displays the band (X, K, or Ka), and a precise bar graph of the signal strength. When Passport detects a laser signal, the display will show “LASER.
EZ-Programming Overview of EZ-Programming There are 10 user-selectable options so you can customize your Passport 7500S for your own preferences. The buttons labeled CITY and DIM are also used to enter the Program Mode, REVIEW your current program settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The words PROGRAM, REVIEW, and CHANGE are located on the top of the detector, and are highlighted in dark blue graphics. Pages 12-14 explain each option in more detail.
Details of EZ-Programming Pilot Light (Power-on indication) Power-on Sequence AutoMute City Mode Sensitivity Note: When you are using the Dark mode, the display will only show HD, AD, or CD, (Highway-Dark, Auto-Dark, or City-Dark). PwrOnSTD (Standard) In this setting, each time you turn on Passport, it will display “Passport 7500S,” “LASER,” “Ka-band,” “K-band,” “X-band,” followed by a brief X-band alert.
Details of EZ-Programming Technical Details Brightness HD, AD, or CD, indicating Highway-Dark, Auto-Dark, or City-Dark. (factory default) Brt LAST (last) In this setting, when you turn on Passport, the display will be the last brightness you had selected during operation with the dim button. (factory default) Dark ALL (all) In this setting, when you select the dark mode using the dim button, Passport’s display will be totally dark, without even displaying any power-on indication.
Technical Details Interpreting Alerts 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.
Technical Details How Radar Works 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-Band radar, your Passport will occasionally receive non-police radar signals.
Technical Details How Safety Radar Works 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.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Problem Solution Passport beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. • An X-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. With time, you will learn predictable patterns of these signals. Passport will not turn on. • Check that volume control is ON. • Check that vehicle ignition is ON. • Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional. • Try Passport in another vehicle.
Service Warranty and Accessories Service Procedure Out Of Warranty Repairs ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty Accessories If Your Passport ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: 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.