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CONGRATULATIONS You’ve just purchased the most intelligent personal navigation and radar/laser detection device in the world—the PASSPORT iQ. In addition to offering the latest in personal navigation technology, PASSPORT iQ delivers extreme long‐ range warning on all radar bands, including X, K, Superwide Ka, Ku, and instant‐on Pop modes. Multiple front and rear laser sensors provide 360‐degree laser protection, including the widest field of view.
CONTENTS SECTION 1: SETTING UP PASSPORT iQ What’s Included 7 Controls and Features 7 Smart Cord 8 Connecting the Power 8 Charging the Battery 9 Mounting in Your Vehicle 10 Important Safety and Product Information 11 SECTION 2: USING PASSPORT iQ Power Options 13 Initial Setup
Adding favorites 28 Sorting favorites 29 Deleting favorites 29 Navigating to favorites 29 Using Your Recent Locations List 30 30 30 32 Changing the Map View 33 Zooming In and Out 34 Panning the Map 34 34 Playing Back Directional Voice Prompts
Viewing Actual Speed 44 Marking Locations 44 Switching to Map View 44 Settings and Preferences 45 GPS Navigation Settings 46 46 Day/night color palette 47 My Car icon 47 Points of interest (POIs) 48 Clearing lists 48 Managing routes 48
Restoring all factory settings 56 About PASSPORT iQ 57 Legal information 57 GPS and memory status 57 Demo (route simulation) 57 Calibration 57 58 SECTION 3: UNDERSTANDING PASSPORT iQ Understanding Your Detector How radar works 58 How Pop works 59 How laser works 59 How threa
SECTION 1: SETTING UP PASSPORT iQ What’s Included 5” GPS/radar‐detection device SmartCord USB cable Mounting bracket Owner’s Manual on CD Quick‐Reference Guide Device Controls and Features Component Description Power Switch Charge Light Reset Button Power Jack (telephone‐type jack) Earphone Jack Switches PASSPORT iQ on or off, or locks the screen Red: Unit is plugged in, and battery is not fully charged Alternating red and green: Battery is almost completely charged
Alert Light Rear Laser Lens For indicating radar or laser alerts For receiving laser alerts Audio Speaker For audible alerts and voice prompts External GPS Port Accepts external GPS device for improved reception Mount Release Button For conveniently releasing PASSPORT iQ from the windshield mount Front Laser Lens For receiving laser alerts (ensure clear view of road ahead) Radar Antenna For receiving radar alerts (ensure clear view of road ahead) SmartCord The SmartCord is a sp
PASSPORT iQ operates on 12‐volt DC negative ground only. The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles. Note: Depending on your vehicle, the lighter socket power may be continuously on or it may be switched on and off with your ignition switch. Charging the Battery PASSPORT iQ comes with a built‐in rechargeable battery. Charge the battery fully before using it for the first time.
Mounting in Your Vehicle Warning: Do not mount PASSPORT iQ where it impairs the driver’s view of the road. Make sure that airbags are not obstructed by the device. Mounting location Be sure to mount PASSPORT iQ level and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road ahead. In order for the GPS features to work properly, the top case must have a clear view of the sky.
Important Safety and Product Information 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this device near water. 6. Clean only with a damp cloth. 7. Maintain well‐ventilated conditions around PASSPORT iQ to avoid overheating. Install this device according to the instructions in this manual. 8.
Map data information One of the goals of ESCORT is to provide customers with the most complete and accurate cartography that is available to us at a reasonable cost. We use a combination of governmental and private data sources, which we identify in product literature and copyright messages displayed to the consumer. Virtually all data sources contain some inaccurate or incomplete data. In some countries, complete and accurate map information is either not available or is prohibitively expensive.
SECTION 2: USING PASSPORT iQ Note: The screens shown in this guide may be different than the ones you see on PASSPORT iQ, depending on the firmware version. Power Options • To turn on PASSPORT iQ, slide the power switch on top of the device to the right. • To turn off PASSPORT iQ, slide the power switch on top of the device to the right and hold for four seconds. PASSPORT iQ will shut down completely. (Note: Touching Cancel will switch PASSPORT iQ into Battery‐Only mode.
Warning Screen When you turn on PASSPORT iQ, a splash screen appears for a few seconds, then the safety warning appears. Be sure you understand these warnings. To continue on to PASSPORT iQ features, touch I Agree at the bottom right of the screen. The Main Menu screen appears.
Main Menu Screen From the Main Menu screen, you can view your current location, set a route to a destination, view radar/laser alert screens, adjust volume, and set PASSPORT iQ preferences. To view radar signals, touch Detector. To see where you are, touch Map. To enter a destination address on the keypad, touch Go to... PASSPORT iQ automatically calculates the best route choice to direct you to that address. See “Creating a Route to an Address” for step‐by‐step instructions.
Volume To adjust the volume, touch Volume at the bottom of the Main Menu screen. The volume scale appears. Touch the scale to adjust the volume. To mute the PASSPORT iQ voice, touch Mute Audio. (Note: Radar/laser alerts will continue to sound.) Routes Here you can create and save routes your regularly travel, as well as calculate alternate routes to avoid upcoming traffic slow‐downs or incidents along your current route.
Go‐To Screen/GPS Navigation Menu This screen lets you set up a route to an address in your city, in another city, in another state, or to a restaurant, gas station, park, hospital, or other common public locale. Once you set your home address, you can calculate a route to go home from wherever you travel. You can also search for a particular point of interest by name in Search or browse them by category in Browse.
Creating a Route to an Address The route to your destination address is based on your current GPS location. Be sure PASSPORT iQ is in clear view of the sky. To create a route to an address from your current GPS location to a destination in the same city: 1. Touch Go To... on the Main Menu screen, then touch Address on the Go To… screen. The city in which you are located displays, along with cities to which you have recently navigated.
characters. If a list is not automatically displayed, simply touch NEXT to have PASSPORT iQ search for the street name. 4. Touch the street name you want. If the street name is not on the list, touch Back and re‐enter the street name. The Enter House Number keypad opens. 5. Enter the house number, then touch NEXT. The address card for your destination displays. 6. Touch Go. The device calculates your route.
Creating a route to an intersection You might know the intersecting street names but not the exact address of your destination. You can enter an intersection to get routing instructions. 1. Touch Go To... on the main Menu screen, then touch Address on the Go To… screen. The Address is in... list opens. 2. Touch the city name. Or touch Other city to enter it on the Enter City Name keypad. 3. When the Enter Street Name keypad displays, type the street name.
Creating a route to an address in another state 1. Start as you would to create a route to an address by touching Go To... on the Main Menu screen, then touching Address on the Go To… screen. 2. When the list of cities to which you have created routes opens, touch Other City in the top right corner of the screen. The City Is In... screen opens showing the list of states to which you have navigated. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Touch Other State. The Enter State/Prov or Code keypad displays.
Stopping a Route in Progress You might need to cancel directions while you are en route to your destination. To stop turn‐by‐turn directions to a destination: 1. From the Map View, touch Menu at the bottom of the screen. 2. When the Main Menu screen displays, touch Stop. This cancels your route. Resuming a Route after Stopping To resume a route after cancelling it: 1. Touch Go to... on the Main Menu screen, then touch Recent on the Go To... screen. A list of your recent addresses opens.
4. Touch the portion of the route (street name) you’d like to avoid. If possible, PASSPORT IQ will calculate a new route avoiding that roadway.
5. Touch the Detour button that displays in the top right corner of the screen to begin following the alternate route. Setting Your Home Address Setting your home address can save you time re‐entering this information later. When you want to navigate home from a new location, you can touch Go to... then touch Go Home. The address card opens. Touch Go for your routing instructions. To set your home address: 1. Touch Go To... on the Main Menu screen, then touch Go Home on the Go To… screen.
4. Touch Back or Menu to exit this screen. Searching for a Point of Interest To search for a particular point of interest: 1. Touch Go to… on the Main Menu screen, then touch Search on the Go To… screen to search for points of interest, such as restaurants, lodging, things to do, public locales, etc. 2. Type in the name of the place you’d like to go (e.g., post office); then touch Search. The Search Is In... screen lists the names of cities to which you have recently created routes. 3.
5. Touch a search result to select it. The address card for the point of interest displays. 6. Touch Go to calculate the route and start voice prompts. OR, Touch Back to return to the search results and choose another. OR, Touch Save to save to your favorites list. For detailed instructions on adding a destination to your favorites list, see “Adding a Favorite.” Browsing Points of Interest Browse lets you search points of interest by category. 1.
2. Touch the category you want (e.g., Restaurant). The Search Is In... screen lists the names of cities to which you have recently created routes. 3. When the list of cities to which you have created routes opens, select the city. OR, Touch Other City in the top right corner of the screen. The City Is In... screen opens showing the list of states to which you have navigated. Select the state or touch Other State to enter the state name.
Using Your Favorites List Adding a favorite To add a destination to your favorites list: 1. Start as you would to create a route to an address. You can also follow the steps to search or browse points of interest. 2. When the address card displays, touch Save at the bottom of the screen. 3. The keypad displays with the name of your search or destination or prompts you to Enter Favorite Name. 4. Touch NEXT to save the name shown on the keypad.
Sorting favorites On the Favorites screen, touch Sort in the top right corner of the screen. You can sort your favorites by recently used (recent addresses on top), most used, or alphabetically. Touch the sorting method you would like, then touch OK. Deleting favorites To remove a name from your favorites list: 1. Touch Go To… on the Main Menu screen, then touch Favorites on the Go To… screen. Your favorites list is displayed. 2. Touch the favorite you want to delete.
Using Your Recent Locations List Navigating to a recent location You can save some steps when finding a route to a recent destination. 1. Touch Go To… on the Main Menu screen, then touch Recent on the Go To… screen. The list of destinations to which you have created routes displays. 2. Touch the name of the destination to which you’d like directions. When you select a recent destination, the address card displays. 3. Touch Go to calculate the route and start voice prompts.
5. On the Select Route Origin screen, touch one of the following: • Use current location—To add your current GPS location • Enter an address—To create a route as you would to any destination as described in “Creating a route to an address” • Select from Recent—To select a destination to which you have recently created a route • Select from Favorites—To select a saved favorite destination 6. When the address card displays with your selected origin, touch Select Destination. 7.
Map View In the Map View, you can view your current location and route highlighted on a map. You also can view your current speed and mark radar or safety camera locations for future warnings.
Changing the Map View You can view the map as 3D or 2D, and you can also set the heading or compass direction. PASSPORT iQ offers three different Map View options: Car Up—The top of the Map View always represents the direction you are heading. The screen is in 2D, which appears as if you are looking straight down at the map. North Up—The top of the Map View is always north. 3D—The map appears in perspective as though a horizon is in the distance. This is the factory setting.
touch Settings on the Main Menu screen, then touch Map View in the Settings Menu. Touch the checkbox next to AutoZoom to turn on or off. Zooming In and Out Touch the plus and minus icons on the right side of the screen to zoom in and out on the Map View. Panning the Map To switch to click‐and‐drag Pan mode while in Map View, simply touch the center of the map. Then tap and drag your finger across the screen to pan.
Using the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area Located at the bottom left of the Map View screen, the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area not only provides visual indication of alerts, it also shows your current detection sensitivity and actual speed.
Adjusting detector sensitivity PASSPORT iQ has three detection sensitivity modes, as well as an option to turn radar/laser detection off. You can easily select any of these options by touching the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area when you are not receiving an alert. The area will display one of the following, and PASSPORT iQ will provide a voice confirmation of your selection: H (Highway sensitivity)—Provides maximum sensitivity on all bands.
Locking out false alerts (TrueLock GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter) PASSPORT iQ is equipped with a TrueLock GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter to lock out and store in its memory false alerts. For details on how to activate or deactivate the GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter, refer to “Activating/deactivating the GPS Detector Filter.
Once a signal has been stored, PASSPORT iQ will reject the signal the next time you approach this area and will display the locked‐out alert in the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area with either a gray bar (Standard Bar Graph mode) or white text (SpecDisplay mode). To unlock a signal that has already been stored, simply press and hold the SmartCord mute button or touch the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area while receiving the locked out “alert.
Marking a Location The mark icon allows you to mark a specific location and label it for future reference. Once marked, PASSPORT iQ will provide an audible and visual on‐screen alert when you reach this area again. PASSPORT iQ will also give you an advance warning at the following distances: • Red‐light cameras: 250 ft. or 10 seconds • Speed cameras: 500 ft. when traveling below 55 mph; 1,000 ft. when traveling above 55 mph • Speed traps: 0.3 mi. or approximately 1,584 ft. • Other: 500 ft.
Note: When a location is marked the first time, you must travel at least 1 mile away from that location to receive an alert. To unmark a location, touch the mark icon when you are receiving a “marked location” alert. The display will read “Unmark?” in the Radar/Laser Alert Area. Touch the mark icon again to confirm. Returning to the Main Menu Touch the Menu button at the bottom of the screen to return to the Main Menu screen.
Detector View In Detector View, you can view the radar signal‐strength meter, as well as your speed and your compass heading direction. You can also mark radar or safety camera locations for future warnings.
Choosing Your Detector Screen Your detector screen can be displayed with a digital or classic speedometer. Digital and classic tech screens can simultaneously track and display up to four different radar signals. The most severe alert will be displayed in the primary alert area, with additional alerts listed below. To change the detector screen display mode, simply touch Screen. Touch it again to switch to the next display option.
Adjusting detector sensitivity PASSPORT iQ has three detection sensitivity modes, as well as an option to turn radar/laser detection off. You can easily select any of these options by touching the right side of the On‐Screen Radar/Laser Alert Area when you are not receiving an alert. The area will display one of the following, and PASSPORT iQ will provide a voice confirmation of your selection: Highway (Highway sensitivity)—Provides maximum sensitivity on all bands.
Locking out false alerts (TrueLock GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter) PASSPORT iQ is equipped with a TrueLock GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter to lock out and store in its memory false alerts. For details on how to activate or deactivate the GPS Radar/Laser Detector Filter, refer to “Activating/deactivating the GPS Detector Filter.” For details on how to lock out false alerts, see “Locking out false alerts” in the Map View section.
Settings and Preferences You can customize the way the screen appears and set control functions to accommodate the way you use PASSPORT iQ. To set up the features described in this section, touch Settings in the top right corner of the Main Menu screen to display the Settings screen. Touch the down arrow to display more settings. Touch the up arrow to return to the previous screen.
Touch the button for the setting you want to adjust. To save your new settings, you can touch Back and return to the Settings screen or you can touch Menu to return to the Main Menu screen. Adjusting Your GPS Navigation Settings Changing the Map View From the Settings screen, touch Map View to view the options, then touch the option you’d like. A sample of your selection displays on the right. Car Up—The top of the Map View always represents the direction you are heading.
3D—The map appears in perspective as though a horizon is in the distance. This is the factory setting. The top of the Map View represents the direction you are heading. AutoZoom—Available with any of the Map Views, the AutoZoom feature automatically zooms in on your current location when approaching the next directional prompt. Touch the checkbox next to AutoZoom to turn on or off. Touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit and save your changes.
Touch the option you’d like. A preview will display to the right. Touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit and save your changes. Choosing points of interest to display You can select points of interest (POIs) you want to display as icons on the Map View. From the Settings screen, touch POI to display the options. Touch the POIs you’d like displayed on the Map View. You can select more than one POI. Touch the down and up arrows to scroll through the list.
Adjusting Your Detector Settings Your detector has a number of user‐selectable options to customize PASSPORT iQ to your own preferences. To review your current settings or change any settings, touch Detector… on the main Settings screen. The Detector Settings screen will display, presenting a menu of options. Touch the down arrow to display more settings. Touch the up arrow to return to the previous screen.
reduce unwanted false alarms. Full sensitivity is maintained on all other bands. This mode is recommended for most driving. Auto No X sensitivity—Provides the same detection sensitivity as Auto mode, but with the X‐ band turned off. OFF—This setting is particularly useful when you are driving in a state in which radar detectors are illegal. To set the sensitivity, touch Sensitivity on the Detector Settings screen.
SpecDisplay—This option is for the experienced detector user. In this mode, PASSPORT iQ will display the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal being received. For example, “K 24.150” shows one K‐band signal at 24.150 gigahertz. Even long‐time detector users will require some time to get familiar with this new level of information about detected signals. Note: The radar/laser alert frequency text appears in red. If the signal has been locked out as false, it will appear in white.
Activating/deactivating the detector voice PASSPORT iQ is set to communicate all radar/laser alerts and instructions using a voice announcement in addition to alert tones. If you prefer to turn the voice announcements off, only tones will be used for alerts. To turn the detector voice on or off, touch Voice On/Off on the Detector Settings screen. Touch the mode to select it, then touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit and save your changes.
Each band has a distinct tone for easy identification. PASSPORT iQ offers two radar alert tone settings: Classic—This is the factory setting for your PASSPORT iQ.
Adjusting Your General Settings Setting screen brightness From the Settings screen, touch Brightness to view the brightness scale. Touch the scale to adjust the brightness. You will see a preview of the brightness as you touch each level on the scale. Touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit and save your changes.
Touch Language to choose your preferred language and Voice to choose your preferred voice. Touch Units to choose miles or kilometers. When you touch the arrow next to an option, a secondary screen appears that provides the available choices for that option. Touch the button to make your selection, then touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit and save your changes.
Setting the over‐speed‐limit alert PASSPORT iQ is equipped with posted speed limit data for most major highways and a number of side roads. The posted speed limit for your current location appears in the speed limit icon on the left side of the Map View and Detector View screens. PASSPORT iQ can also provide voice alerts that you are traveling over the posted speed limit for your current location.
Viewing information about PASSPORT iQ From the Settings screen, touch About to view the following information: • Device name • Model number • Map data version • Software version • ESCORT Web address Touch any button at the bottom of the screen to exit this screen. Viewing legal information From the Settings screen, touch Legal to view legal and safety agreements. Touch Back or Menu at the bottom of the screen to exit.
SECTION 3: UNDERSTANDING PASSPORT iQ Understanding Your Detector How radar works Traffic radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in straight lines and is easily reflected by objects such as cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by directing its microwave beam down the road. As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave beam bounces off your car, and the radar antenna looks for the reflections.
How Pop works Pop mode is a relatively new feature for radar gun manufacturers. It works by transmitting an extremely short burst, within the allocated band, to identify speeding vehicles in traffic. Once the target is identified, or “popped,” the gun is then turned to its normal operating mode to provide a vehicle tracking history (required by law). Note: According to radar gun manufacturers, tickets should not be issued in Pop mode.
pre‐set distance in order to create a magnetic field or induction loop. Once a vehicle is in the intersection, the loop or circuit becomes closed and alerts the computer to take a picture. In some states, tickets are issued to the car’s owner, no matter who’s actually driving. In this case, the red‐light camera only needs to photograph the vehicle’s rear license plate. In other states, the actual driver is responsible for paying the ticket.
Explanation: An instant‐on radar source is being used ahead of you and out of your view. Alert: Detector suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the appropriate band received. Explanation: An instant‐on radar or laser source is being used nearby. This kind of alert requires immediate attention. Alert: Detector sends a brief laser alert. Explanation: Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is inherently difficult to detect, any laser alert may indicate a source very close by.
Specifications Operating bands X‐band 10.525 GHz ±25 MHz K‐band 24.150 GHz ±100 MHz Ka‐band 34.700 GHz ±1300 MHz Ku‐band 13.
SECTION 4: TROUBLESHOOTING, MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Troubleshooting Important: Be sure that PASSPORT iQ is in clear view of the sky. The device needs a GPS satellite signal to function properly. Be sure that PASSPORT iQ is fully charged. For details about charging PASSPORT iQ, refer to “Charging the Battery.” Take the steps described in the following table to solve simple problems before contacting Customer Service.
The detector beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. The detector does not seem sensitive to radar or laser. An X‐band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. See “Locking out false alerts” for details on how to lock out this alert. The detector did not alert when a police car was in view. VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder), a stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use.
Bean‐Bag Mount $19.95 Platform Mount $19.95 *Available in red or blue Service Procedure If PASSPORT iQ ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: 1. Check the Troubleshooting section of this manual. It may have a solution to your problem. 2. Call us toll‐free at 800‐543‐1608. We may be able to solve your problem over the phone.
SECTION 5: LEGAL INFORMATION End‐User License Agreement PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE SOFTWARE OR ANY ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTATION (COLLECTIVELY, THE “SOFTWARE”). THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS END‐USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) GOVERN USE OF THE SOFTWARE. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT ALL THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, THEN ESCORT INC. IS UNWILLING TO LICENSE THE SOFTWARE TO YOU.
prohibited by, such laws and regulations. 7. No Warranty. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. ESCORT INC. EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT, AND ANY WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS ARISPNG OUT OF COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE. NO ADVICE OR INFORMATION, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, OBTAINED FROM ESCORT INC.
ESCORT One‐Year Limited Warranty What this warranty covers: ESCORT warrants your product against all defects in materials and workmanship. For how long: One (1) year from the date of the original purchase What we will do: ESCORT, at our 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.
Restricted Rights/Special License Rights The documentation is provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in the License Agreement and in subparagraphs (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227‐7013 or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software—Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227‐ 19, or their equivalent, as applicable. Manufacturer is ESCORT Inc.
ESCORT Inc. 5440 West Chester Road West Chester, OH 45069 Sales/Service 800.543.1608 www.EscortRadar.com ©2010 ESCORT Inc. ESCORT®, PASSPORT®, TrueLock™, SpeedAlert™, AutoLearn™, AutoSensitivity™, and SpecDisplay™ are trademarks of ESCORT Inc. Features, specifications, and prices subject to change without notice.
