Utilizing its 280-LED bar graph display for clear visual notification of signal strength, the 8500 X50 detector also provides audio cues with distinct tones that differentiate between each band of radar. Its superiority at laser and triple-band radar detection makes it a favorite product year after year among laser and triple-band detectors thanks to its simplicity, reliability, and features.
The Passport 8500 does not yet include onboard GPS, limiting detection of red-light and other camera alerts. This gives you more than ample time to react to scanning of targets far ahead of you on the road.An early adopter of TSR software, the Escort Passport 8500 makes use of Traffic Signal Radar to analyze and not report on the low-power radar units used by traffic signals for traffic control, doing away with many false alarms when used in urban settings.
The 8500 X50 also boasts impressive search range, with its sensors detecting and broadcasting an alert of Ka-band equipment from up to a mile away. The inclusion of detection of instant-on and POP, or extremely short burst, modes means lightning-fast response time, giving you extra time to check and, if necessary, regulate your speed. The Passport is a complete solution, being able to detect radar on the X, K, and Ka-bands as well as notification of upcoming laser equipment. This discrete, compact detector is ready to go right out of the box as it receives power from your vehicle's auto accessory power/cigarette lighter outlet. Encased in a discrete black housing, the 8500 still stands out among radar detectors for its reliability and ease of use.
The AutoLearn feature analyzes (over time) The display will read: “Unlock?” Press the mute button again to unlock it from memory. (The GPS indicator will rotate clockwise, providing a visual indication that the signal is being rejected).īeen stored, simply press and hold the mute button while the GPS indicator is rotating. A “Stored” message will be displayed.ĭetector will reject this signal the next time you approach this area. Pressing it a second time will generate a prompt on the display that will read: “Lockout?” Press it a third time to confirm that you want to lock this signal out by location and frequency. Pressing the mute button the first time will silence the audio. Only) press the mute button three (3) times, (either on the detector or the SmartCord) during the alert. The “GPS” filter button turns PASSPORT’s GPS-powered TrueLock feature on and off. This keeps you informed without the annoyance of a continuous full-volume alert.ĪutoMute feature off. Have selected, the AutoMute feature will automatically reduce the volume to a lower level. You to a radar encounter at the volume you Your PASSPORT has our patented AutoMute feature.
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This level will be stored in memory.Ĭomplete the display will show the full word: Highway, Auto, or Auto NoX to indicate which sensitivity mode is selected. Once you have reached your desired volume level, simply release the button. A sample alert tone will be generated, along with a corresponding bar-graph on the display.
Press and hold the (+) or (–) volume control buttons located on the top case. To increase or decrease the audio volume, This is especially useful if your vehicle has a hot plug (12 volts all the time). PASSPORT off if the vehicle has not moved for 4 hours. When you turn PASSPORT on, it will provide a double beep tone, acknowledging it’s ready.
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