Description The Passport 8500 has been hailed as the most revolutionary radar/laser detector ever. Forbes.com
said, "it might be the best radar detector ever made!" Popular Mechanics called it "state of the
art." RadarTest.com named it "The World's Best!" For more than 25 years ESCORT has set the
standard. Now, we're raising the bar ... again. Introducing the all new Passport 8500 X50 - the
most advanced and sophisticated detector ever! There's never been a detector like the Passport
8500 X50, and it's available in your choice of either a brilliant blue display or high-intensity red
display.
X-treme Radar Range
The Passport 8500 X50's new "V-Tuned" radar receiver provides extreme range on all radar;
conventional and "instant-on" including POP mode, X-Band, and up to 50% more range on the all-
important K and Ka bands than the original Passport 8500. Digital Signal Processing (DSP) provides
maximum range, with minimum false alarms.
X-tremely Quiet
Passport 8500 X50's patented AutoSensitivity� mode intelligently distinguishes real threats from
other known sources of radar - virtually eliminating false alarms. Conventional Highway and City
modes are also provided.
New High-Performance Laser Protection
Passport 8500 X50's multiple high-performance laser sensors provide maximum laser warning, with
superior off-axis protection. For the ultimate in laser protection, the Passport X50 may be paired
with the Laser Shifter ZR3.
3 High-Resolution Meter Modes
The Passport 8500 X50 provides 3 types of meter displays: standard bar graph, exclusive
ExpertMeter�, and our new SpecDisplay�. In ExpertMeter� mode the Passport X50 can
identify band and relative signal strength on up to radar 8 signals simultaneously. Or, choose our
new SpecDisplay� and Passport X50 will show you the actual frequency of the radar
signal.
New Reprogrammable Microprocessor
Passport 8500 X50's on-board computer can be reprogrammed to detect new radar and laser
threats, making it a solid investment.
New Advanced EZ-Programming
Passport 8500 X50 is ready to use right out of the box. However, you can also instantly customize
it for your unique driving preferences. Programmable options include Power-On indication, Meter
type, AutoMute, Brightness level (including full dark mode), two levels of Audio tones, and
selectable radar and laser bands. Simply hold both buttons to enter the Program Mode, and quickly
review or change your settings. (Your preferred settings are maintained in memory, even when the
Passport 8500 X50 is turned off or unplugged.)
Mute and AutoMute
Patented Mute and AutoMute eliminates annoyances from long radar encounters.
3 Levels of Brightness Control
Choose between Dim, Medium, or Max brightness levels, or full dark mode for discreet night
driving.
Ultra-Bright Matrix Display
Passport 8500 X50's matrix display uses 280 individual ultra-bright LEDs to provide crystal-clear
band and signal strength indication, plus text messages for programming.
Comes Fully Equipped
Passport 8500 X50 comes complete with a comprehensive owner's manual, quick-release
windshield mount, built-in earphone jack, a coiled SmartCord, quick reference card, and an Escort
travel case.
* 360-degree radar and laser detection
* Advanced reprogrammable digital signal processing
* AutoSensitivity mode automatically reduces false alarms
* EZ-Programming allows instant customization
* 3 High-resolution meter modes
* Ultra-bright matrix display with 280 LEDs
* Multiple high-performance laser sensors
* Built-in earphone jack
* Completely immune to the VG-2 "detector-detector"
* Shift+Link compatible with the Laser Shifter ZR3
* Limited one year warranty
Radar detectors may not be legal in all states. Please check with your local law enforcement
before you purchase.
Product Specifications Features and Specifications Operating Bands
* X-band 10.525 GHz � 25 MHz
* K-band 24.150 GHz � 100 MHz
* Ka-band 34.700 GHz � 1300 MHz
* Laser 904nm, 33 MHz Bandwidth Radar Receiver / Detector Type
* Superheterodyne, Varactor-Tuned VCO
* Scanning Frequency Discriminator
* Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Laser Detection
* Quantum Limited Video Receiver
* Multiple High-Performance Laser Sensors Display Type
* AlGaAs 280 LED Matrix/Text
* Bar Graph, ExpertMeter�, or SpecDisplay�
* 3-Level Dimming, plus Dark Mode Power Requirement
* 12VDC, Negative Ground
* SmartCord MuteDisplay� Included Programmable Features
* Power-On Indication
* Power-On Sequence
* Signal Strength Meter
* AutoMute
* Audio Tones
* City Mode Sensitivity
* Display Brightness
* Dark Mode
* Radar / Laser Bands Sensitivity Control
* AutoSensitivity, Highway, and City Mute and AutoMute Auto Calibration Circuitry SmartShield� VG-2 Immunity Compact Size
* 1.25" H x 2.85" W x 5.32" L
In The Box
Included with your Escort Passport 8500 X50:
Escort Passport 8500 X50 Blue Display unit
SmartCord for power
Travel case
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