Controls & Features
Congratulations
PASSPORT 9500ix Features
Installation
Modular Connector
Plugs into detector jack
Lighter Adapter
Connects to lighter/accessory socket
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Compatible with
You can easily access and customize all of
your Settings and Preferences by pressing and
holding the MRK and SEN buttons. See Settings
& Preferences for details.
NOTE: depending on your vehicle, the
lighter socket power may either be continuously
on, or it may be switched on and off with your
ignition switch.
Optional Power Cords
Call or visit EscortRadar.com for our optional
Direct-wire SmartCord.
Using SmartCord
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Mute Button: Press to mute an alert; press
three times to lock out a false alert; press
twice while receiving a locked-out alert to
unlock.
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Alert Light: Blinks when receiving an alert.
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Power Light: Lights when receiving power.
Facing Down
Facing Up
Level mounting
USB Data Port
Allows updating DEFENDER
Database (red light and fixed
position speed cameras) and
other software from
EscortRadar.com
Power Button
Press this button to turn
PASSPORT on or off
Mark Location
Press to mark a specific
location (e.g. speed trap, etc.)
Brightness Button
Press to adjust the display
brightness. There are four
brightness settings: Min, Med,
Max, Auto, plus Full Dark
In the Dark Mode,
PASSPORT’s display will
remain dark and only the
audio will alert you
GPS Signal Indicator
The GPS icon indicates
reception of GPS satellite
signals and confirms
TrueLock signal rejection
Mute Button
Briefly press button to
silence the audio for a
specific alert. (The audio
will alert you to the next
encounter.)
Radar Antenna and Laser Lens
For best performance the rear panel
of your PASSPORT should have a
clear, unobstructed view of the
road ahead
Alphanumeric Display
PASSPORT’s display will
show Highway, Auto, or Auto
Nox as its power-on indication.
If you prefer, you can choose
other power-on indications
During an alert, the display will
indicate radar band and a precise bar-
graph of signal strength
NOTE: In the Dark Mode the
display will not light during an alert
EasyMount Slot
Insert PASSPORT’s
adjustable windshield
bracket into this slot
EasyMount Button
Press the button, and
slide the windshield
bracket into one of its
four locking positions
Rear Laser Port
Receives laser signals from
behind the vehicle
Earphone Jack
Accepts standard 3.5mm
mono earphone
Power Jack
Plug the SmartCord into this
connector
TrueLock/GPS Filter
Switches TrueLock feature
(stored locations) on or off
Sensitivity Button
Switches between
Highway, Auto, and
Auto NoX settings. In
general, we recommend the
Auto mode
Volume Adjustment
Increases or decreases the
alert volume
When installed and adjusted properly, the
back top edge of PASSPORT should rest solidly
against your windshield.
User’s Tip
You can leave the EasyMount bracket in place on
your windshield, and easily remove PASSPORT by
pressing the adjustment button and sliding
PASSPORT off the mount. Again, be sure to
position the bracket where it won’t present a
hazard in the event of an accident. Additional
mounts are available at EscortRadar.com.
Power Connection
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.
Press the power button located on the top
case and adjust the volume level by pressing the
“VOL”
+
or
–
buttons located on the top case.
PASSPORT operates on 12 volts DC negative
ground only. The lighter plug provided is a
standard size and will work in most vehicles.
However, some vehicles may require our optional
sleeve to ensure a snug fit. If so, simply call or
visit EscortRadar.com.
Mount PASSPORT away from windshield
wipers, other solid objects, and heavily tinted
areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or
laser lens.
NOTE: In order for PASSPORT’s GPS-
powered features to work properly, the top case
must have a clear view of the sky.
1
Depress the adjustment button on the top of
PASSPORT (by the word ESCORT) and slide the
EasyMount bracket into the slot until it is locked
into the position which best fits the angle of your
windshield (there are four settings available). For
extremely horizontal or extremely sloped
windshields, the EasyMount bracket can be bent.
However, we suggest that you do not do this
when the bracket is connected to the detector.
2
To adjust PASSPORT on your windshield, use
the EasyMount adjustment button located on the
top of the PASSPORT, and slide PASSPORT
forward or backward to obtain a level position.
Windshield Mount
PASSPORT’s EasyMount windshield bracket is
designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free
mounting.
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.
Using the supplied windshield mount,
position your PASSPORT level and high enough
on your front windshield to provide a clear view
of the road ahead. To ensure that the suction
cups adhere to the windshield firmly and be sure
to keep both your windshield and the suction
cups clean.
For optimum detection performance, we
recommend the following on where to mount
PASSPORT:
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Center of windshield between driver and
passenger.
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Ensure clear view of road ahead and sky
above.
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Avoid windshield wipers and heavily tinted
areas.
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For optimum rear detection, center the
detector between the driver and passenger.
You’ve just purchased the PASSPORT 9500ix
which combines award-winning radar and laser
detection with breakthrough intelligence.
The PASSPORT 9500ix delivers extreme long-
range warning on all radar bands including X, K,
Superwide Ka, and instant-on POP modes.
Multiple front and rear laser sensors provide 360
degree laser protection, including the widest
field of view.
For the ultimate in laser protection, the
PASSPORT 9500ix can also be used in
conjunction with our Laser Shifter product. Visit
our website at EscortRadar.com or call us toll-free
at 800-433-3487 for more details.
The PASSPORT 9500ix’s GPS-powered
intelligence provides permanent relief from false
alarms including automatic door openers, motion
sensors and other radar-
based sensors. And, it comes
pre-loaded with ESCORT’s
DEFENDER Database to alert you to thousands of
red light and fixed position speed camera
locations throughout North America.
If this is your first detector, please read this
Quick Rererence in detail to get the most out of
your PASSPORT’s revolutionary performance and
innovative features.
Please drive safely.
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AutoLearn automatically learns and rejects
false radar sources based on exact location and
frequency.
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AutoPower automatically shuts off the detector
to save unnecessary drain on your battery.
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Web-ready access allows you to update your
safety camera data and other software through
our website.
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Revolutionary AutoSensitivity mode provides
real-time radar performance based on vehicle
speed, plus Highway and Auto No X settings.
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SpeedAlert provides an instant view of your
vehicle’s speed during an alert.
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Mark Location feature allows you to instantly
“Mark” known speed traps, cameras and other
places of interest.
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Easy-to-use Preferences allow you to customize
up to 10 features.
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Ultra-bright alphanumeric display with 280
LEDs.
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Exclusive ExpertMeter tracks and displays up
to 8 radar signals simultaneously.
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Exclusive SpecDisplay provides actual numeric
frequency for any radar signal.
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Selectable radar and laser bands (on/off) allow
you to customize which bands are monitored.
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Selectable Markers (on/off) allow you to
customize which Markers PASSPORT monitors.
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Exclusive SmartCord provides easy access to
Mute and TrueLock features.
