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lthough the ESCORT iX Ci has a comprehensive
warning system and this manual is as complete as
we can make it, only experience will teach you what
to expect from your detector 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
affects the radar alerts you receive.
The following examples will give you an
introduction to understanding the detector
warning system for radar, laser and safety alerts.
Explanation
You are approaching a continuous radar source aimed in your
direction.
An instant-on radar source is being used ahead of you and
out of your view.
An instant-on radar or laser source is being used nearby. This
kind of alert requires immediate attention.
Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is inherently
difficult to detect, any laser alert may indicate a source very
close by.
A moving patrol car with continuous radar is overtaking you
from behind. Because these signals are reflected (reflections
are increased by large objects), they may or may not eventually
melt into a solid point, even when the patrol car is directly
behind you.
You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a hill or an
obstructed curve.
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.
A patrol car is approaching from the other direction, sampling
traffic with instant-on radar. Such alerts should be taken seriously.
You are driving through an area populated with radar motion
sensors (e.g., door openers or burglar alarms). Since these
transmitters are usually contained inside buildings or aimed
toward or away from you, they are typically not as strong or
lasting as a real radar encounter.
CAUTION: Overconfidence in an unfamiliar area can
be dangerous. Likewise, if an alert in a commonly
traveled area is suddenly stronger or on a different
band than usual, speed radar may be set up nearby.
Alert
Detector begins to sound slowly; rate of alert increases
until it becomes a solid tone. The signal meter ramps
accordingly.
Detector emits short alerts for a few seconds then falls
silent, only to briefly alert and fall silent again.
Detector suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the
appropriate band received.
Detector sends a brief laser alert.
Detector receives weak signals. Signals may be a little
stronger as you pass large, roadside objects. Signals
increase in frequency.
Detector alerts slowly for a while then abruptly jumps to a
strong alert.
Detector alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts
may be consistent or vary wildly.
Detector alerts intermittently; rate and strength of signal
increases with each alert.
Detector gives an X band alert intermittently.
Understanding
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Clearing Locations
At some point, you may wish to clear some of the data
in ESCORT iX Ci’s database. This may include any of
the following: Defender Database data, Marked
locations or false alert Lockouts. To clear all data in
ESCORT iX Ci’s database select Format then press
MUTE to confirm.
Note: After clearing the database, be sure to use Detector
Tools Pro to merge Defender database locations onto
your detector.
Restore Factory Settings
To restore ESCORT iX Ci to it’s original factory settings,
press and hold MRK and BRT while turning the power on.
A Restored message will display, acknowledging the reset.
Serial Number and Software Version
To view your ESCORT iX Ci’s serial number and
software revision, press and hold the MRK and SEN
buttons while powering on the detector.
Software Updates
ESCORT iX Ci’s firmware, or operating system, and
safety camera database is easily updated using our
exclusive Detector Tools Pro software found on our
web site and the included USB cable.
Follow these steps, in order, to update your
ESCORT iX Ci:
1 With the ESCORT iX Ci powered on, turn off the
vehicle’s ignition or disconnect power to the system
2 Connect the USB cable to the ESCORT iX Ci
Interface and your computer
3 Turn on vehicle’s ignition or apply power to the system
4 Launch the Detector Tools Pro software on your
computer and select which update to perform:
- Merge your data with the latest Defender database
- Update your detector with the latest software
Note: Firewalls and anti-virus software may interfere
with performing updates. If you need assistance, please
contact our service department at 1-800-543-1608.
Marker Enables
In the factory default setting, the suggested fixed
location alerts are reported. It is highly recommended
that you use your ESCORT iX Ci in this mode.
If you modify Marker Enables then this setting will
show Modified and only the Markers that you have
selected are reported.
Marking Locations
The “MRK” button allows you to mark a specific
location and label it for future reference. Once
marked, ESCORT iX Ci will provide an alert with an
arrow indicating the direction of the location and
the distance to this 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.
ESCORT iX Ci gives an advanced warning of
upcoming markers at the following distances:
• Red light cameras: 250 ft or 10 seconds
• Red light & speed 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 when traveling below 55 mph; 1,000
ft when traveling above 55 mph
To mark a location, press the MRK button. The
display will read “Mark?” Press MRK again to bring
up a menu of markers to choose from.
Repeatedly press MUTE to scroll through the
markers then press MRK to select the marker that
you wish to use at this location. The display will
read “Marked”
Air Patrol locations cannot be marked by the user.
To unmark a location, touch the MRK button when
you are receiving a marked-location alert. The
display will read “Unmark?” Touch the MRK button
again to confirm. The display will read “Unmarked”
