GPS Powered for Speed and Location Intelligence Designed in the USA Escort Inc. 5440 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 Sales: 800-433-3487 Service: 800-543-1608 www.EscortRadar.com ©2007 ESCORT Inc. ESCORT®, PASSPORT®, TrueLock™, SpeedAlert™, AutoSensitivity™, AutoVolume™, SmartMute™, MuteDisplay™, SpecDisplay™, and ExpertMeter™ are trademarks of ESCORT Inc. SWS™ is a trademark of SWS, L.C. Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.
Congratulations • New easy to understand voice announcements provide instant audible feedback for controls and alerts. • New AutoVolume feature automatically increases the alert volume in noisy conditions.
Quick Reference Card Table of Contents Quick Reference Guide Installation Remove card along perforations PASSPORT 9500i Quick Reference Card Press the BRT button to go from one category to the next PILOT LIGHT (Power-on indication) SPEEDALERT SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE AUTOVOLUME 13 6 Preferences • Mounting Location 6 • How to use Preferences 14 • Windshield Mount 7 • Example of Preferences 14 • Overview of Preferences 15 8-13 14-18 • Details of Preferences 16-18 • Volume Con
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your PASSPORT, just follow these simple steps EasyMount Slot Insert PASSPORT’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 1 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 accessory socket. Rear Laser Port Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle. 2 Mount your PASSPORT on the wind shield using the supplied windshield mount.
Installation Windshield Mount Power Connection Where to mount PASSPORT For optimum detection performance, we recommend the following: To power PASSPORT, plug the small end of the SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack on PASSPORT’s left side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket. PASSPORT operates on 12 volts DC negative ground only. The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles.
Controls and Features Power If you prefer, you can select alternate power-on indicators. See the Preferences section for details. To turn PASSPORT on or off, press the power button on PASSPORT’s top case. When you turn PASSPORT on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may change your PASSPORT for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Preferences section for details. GPS Signal Indicator The GPS signal indicator provides a visual indication that PASSPORT is receiving satellite data.
Controls and Features Brightness (BRT) assign a label it, (“SPD TRAP” is the default label). To change the label to “Camera” or “Other” press the volume (+) or (–) buttons. Once you’ve selected the label, press the “MRK” button again. Once you have marked the location, PASSPORT will provide an alert approximately 1 mile in advance when your vehicle is moving 50 mph or above. This alert distance is reduced to approximately a ½ mile when traveling below 50 mph.
Controls and Features Signal Strength Meter PASSPORT’s ExpertMeter simultaneously tracks up to 8 radar signals. It provides detailed information on up to 2 Ka-band, 2 K-band, and 4 X-band signals. ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in your normal driving environment; for example, a traffic radar unit being operated in an area where there are normally other signals present. The ExpertMeter is actually a miniature spectrum analyzer. It shows what band each signal is on and its relative signal strength.
How to use Preferences Overview of Preferences An example Here is how you would turn PASSPORT’s AutoMute feature off. There are 9 user-selectable Preferences so you can customize your 9500i for your specific driving needs. The buttons labeled “MRK” and “BRT” are also used to enter Preferences, REVIEW your current settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The word PREF is located on the top of the detector, and is highlighted in colored graphics. Pages 16-18 explain each option in more detail.
Details of Preferences PilotHWY (Full description) sAlrt ON (SpeedAlert on) SpeedAlert Signal Strength Meter MeterSTD (Standard meter) aMute ON (AutoMute on) In this setting, PASSPORT will display “Highway,” “City,” or “Auto” as its power-on indication. (factory default) In this setting, your vehicle’s speed will be displayed for a few seconds during an alert. After a few seconds, PASSPORT will display only the meter type you have selected, i.e. bar-graph, ExpertMeter or SpecMeter.
Details of Preferences Specifications Units Bands Features and Specifications hour) In this setting, all speed related features are displayed in miles per hour (MPH). (factory default) In this setting all radar and laser frequencies, (with the exception of POP mode) are monitored. This is the factory setting, and it is recommended that you use your PASSPORT in this mode. 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.
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.
How Radar Works How POP Works How Radar Works Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X, and K-band radar, your PASSPORT will occasionally receive nonpolice radar signals. Since these X-Band transmitters are usually contained inside of a building, or aimed toward the ground, they will generally produce much weaker readings than will a true radar encounter.
How SWS Works How SWS 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.
How GPS Works Service How GPS Works Service Procedure Out Of Warranty Repairs If Your PASSPORT ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is made up of twenty four orbiting satellites and was developed by the U.S. military. There are at least four satellites visible at any given time every day. A GPS receiver is designed to locate and receive data from four of these satellites. This data includes the distance to your location from each of the satellites.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution PASSPORT does not seem sensitive to radar or laser. • Make sure that windshield wipers do not block PASSPORT’s radar antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas. • Determine if your vehicle has an Instaclear®, ElectriClear® or solar reflective windshield which may deflect radar or laser signals. • PASSPORT may be in City Mode. PASSPORT beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight.
Standard Coiled SmartCord.......... $29.95 Available in red or blue Direct-wire SmartCord................... $29.95 The following accessories and replacement parts are available for PASSPORT 9500i. ESCORT offers an optional extended service plan. Contact ESCORT for details. Visor Clip................................................$4.00 9500i Travel Case.............................. $19.95 30 online: @www EscortRadar.com Accessory Kit...................................... $19.
Warranty ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty Remove card along perforations 32 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.
