User's Manual

Controls and Features
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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 9500ix
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 Auto NoX. Highway mode
provides maximum sensitivity on all
bands. Auto NoX is the same as Auto mode
with X-band turned off.
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
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”
.
Audible Alerts
For Radar signals:
When you encounter radar, a distinct
audible alert will sound and occur faster,
(Geiger-counter-like) 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.
NOTE: If your vehicle is moving
less than 20 mph and you encounter a
radar or laser signal, only a double-
tone (specific to the type of signal) is
used. However, PASSPORT’s meter
will keep you informed of the signal
strength until it has passed or until
you reach a speed above 20 mph.
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
For Laser and POP signals:
Since laser and POP signals are a
possible threat no matter how weak,
PASSPORT will provide a solid audio alert
for these signals.
SmartCord
PASSPORT’s power jack uses a telephone-
type connector. This 4-conductor
connector only works with the SmartCord
(included), or the optional Direct-wire
SmartCord.
The SmartCord is a special power
cord that has a power-on indicator (which
only lights up when the 9500ix 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, visit
our website at EscortRadar.com or call us
toll-free at 1-800-433-3487.
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 with an arrow indicating
the direction of the location when you
reach this area again. 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 to it. There are four (4)
labels: Red Light, Speed Camera, Speed
Trap and Other.
To scroll through the labels, simply
press the volume (+) or (–) buttons until
you reach the desired label. Once you’ve
selected the label, press the “MRK” button
again to confirm. Once you’ve selected the
label, press the “MRK” button again.
Once marked and assigned a label,
PASSPORT provides the following alert
distances:
• Red Light Cameras = 250’ or 10 seconds
• Speed Cameras = 250’ or 10 seconds
• Speed Traps =
1
/3 mile
• Other =
1
/3 mile