5
Features
Power-On Indication
Once the start-up sequence is complete, the display will show your current radar sensitivity mode. If you
prefer, you can select alternate power-on displays. See the Settings and Preferences section for details.
Volume/Mute
To adjust SmartRadar to your preferred audio level for alerts, simply press and hold the V-MUTE button
on the mini display controller. The audio will increase/decrease while it is depressed. Once you reach
the desired audio level, simply release the button. SmartRadar will retain this setting in its memory,
even if the system is turned off.
The V-MUTE button can also be used for muting the audio during a single alert. Simply press the button
during the alert. Once the radar encounter has passed, the mute will disengage, and the audio will
return to your preset level.
AutoMute
Your SmartRadar device includes ESCORT’s patented AutoMute feature. After SmartRadar alerts you to a
radar encounter at your selected volume level, it automatically reduces the volume more than 50%. This
keeps you informed without the annoyance of a continuous full-volume alert. If you prefer, you can turn
the AutoMute feature off. See the Settings and Preferences section for details.
SmartMute
If AutoMute has already reduced the volume for one alert and a higher-priority band is detected,
SmartRadar will sound an alert at your set volume for the second band before adjusting the volume back
down to the AutoMute level.
Display Brightness
The mini display controller’s brightness is automatically adjusted to suit ambient lighting conditions in
your car. (The light sensor is located inside the controller, so the display may dim momentarily when you
access the buttons.) If you prefer, you can press the BRT button to set a fixed brightness level:
BRT AUTO
Automatically adjusts brightness (factory setting)
BRT DARK
Dark mode
BRT MIN
Minimum brightness
BRT MED
Medium brightness
BRT MAX
Maximum brightness
Note: If you select Dark mode, the mini display controller will not provide any indication that it is on.
Therefore, only audible alerts will notify you of detected signals.
Radar Sensitivity
The SENS button allows you to select your preferred radar sensitivity: Highway, Auto, or Auto No X. In
general, ESCORT recommends Auto for everyday driving.
Highway
In this setting, SmartRadar will detect all radar signals on all bands at maximum range.