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Congratulations • Extreme long-range K and Ka-band radar performance, including instanton POP mode • Exclusive ExpertMeter tracks and displays up to 8 radar signals simultaneously • Exclusive SpecDisplay provides actual numeric frequency for any radar signal Remove card along perforations • Programmable radar bands (on/off) allow you to customize which radar bands are monitored PASSPORT 8500 X50 Quick Reference Card There are 9 user-selectable options so you can customize your PASSPORT 8500 X50 for
Quick Reference Card Table of Contents Quick Reference Guide 4-5 EZ-Programming 12-16 Installation 6-7 • How to use EZ-Programming 12 • Power Connection 6 • Example of Programming 12 Remove card along perforations • Mounting Location 6 • Overview of Programming 13 PASSPORT 8500 X50 Quick Reference Card • Windshield Mount 7 • Details of Programming Press the REVIEW button to go from one category to the next PILOT LIGHT (Power-on indication) POWER-ON SEQUENCE AUTOMUTE AUDIOTONES CI
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your PASSPORT, just follow these simple steps 1 2 3 EasyMount Slot Insert PASSPORT’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 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. Rear Laser Port Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle. Mount your PASSPORT on the windshield using the supplied windshield mount. Earphone Jack Accepts standard 3.
Installation Windshield Mount Power Connection 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. To power PASSPORT, plug the small end of the SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on PASSPORT’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket.
Controls and Features Power and Volume Control Mute 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.
How to use EZ-Programming Overview of EZ-Programming An example Here is how you would turn PASSPORT’s AutoMute feature off. There are 9 user-selectable options so you can customize your 8500 X50 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.
Details of EZ-Programming Pilot Light (Power-on indication) Pilot V (Vehicle voltage) In this setting, PASSPORT will display “Highway,”“City,” or “Auto” as its power-on indication. (factory default) In this setting, PASSPORT will continually display “H” for Highway,“C” for City, and “A” for Auto, and the vehicle’s voltage. If the vehicle’s voltage drops below 10.5 volts, a low voltage warning is displayed, followed by an audible alert.A high voltage warning is also given if the voltage goes above 16.
Details of EZ-Programming Specifications Brightness mode, the only display will be a very dim 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.
Interpreting Alerts Alert Explanation PASSPORT alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly. A patrol car is traveling in front of you with a radar source aimed forward. Because signals are sometimes reflected off of large objects and sometimes not,the alerts may seem inconsistent. Explanation PASSPORT alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of signal increases with each alert.
How Radar Works How POP Works 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.
How Laser Works Service How Laser (Lidar) Works There are limitations to LIDAR equipment. LIDAR is much more sensitive to weather conditions than RADAR, and a LIDAR gun’s range will be decreased by anything affecting visibility such as rain, fog, or smoke.A LIDAR gun cannot operate through glass and it must be stationary in order to get an accurate reading.
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.
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