Escort 9500ix - Manual (Page 5)

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Installation Windshield Mount
Facing Down Facing Up
Level mounting
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.
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 our
website.
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 our website for our optional
Direct-wire SmartCord.
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.
2 To adjust PASSPORT on your wind-
shield, use the EasyMount adjustment
button located on the top of the
PASSPORT, and slide PASSPORT forward
or backward to obtain a level position.
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 adjust-
ment 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.
Where to mount PASSPORT
For optimum detection performance, we
recommend the following:
• 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.
For optimum rear detection, center the
detector between the driver and
passenger.
• 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.
Windshield Mount
PASSPORT’s EasyMount windshield
bracket is designed for unobtrusive and
hassle-free mounting.
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 wind-
shield (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.
To ensure that the suction cups
adhere to the windshield firmly, be sure to
keep both your windshield and the
suction cups clean.