Topic: Radar Detectors
in Forum: General Non-Vette Discussion
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The ONLY way to fly. They ain't cheap($300), but a lot cheaper than tickets...RUN AWAY from the Cobra....it's junk compared to the Escorts. I bought a new Cobra, used it for about three days, and the dam thing could barely "see" the coppers from a couple hundred feet. The Passport will see them from a mile or more...even over a hill...front OR rear.
Don't fall the scrambler scam...it don't work...and...there ain't NO protection against Laser, unless they pop ya from too far out. You have to be fairly close for Laser to lock on...the Passport will give you a couple of seconds to slow down...if you're quick enough!
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"Money can't buy happiness -- but somehow it's more comforting to cry in a CORVETTE than in a Kia"
Sounds like bravo sierra to me.
Lifetime MemberI heard from a reliable source that you got a ticket for speeding with that new detector, Joel. I haven't invested in one because I've heard none of them work 100%. I'll just watch my "heads up display speed" and keep my fingers crossed.
Marshall, IMHO I think it's a waste of money.
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I heard from a reliable source that you got a ticket for speeding with that new detector, Joel[/QUOTE]
To which I reply....again...
[QUOTE=Adams' Apple]...there ain't NO protection against Laser, unless they pop ya from too far out[/QUOTE]
Joel Adams
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Oh yeah, I have a couple of nice used ones for sale with box, SmartCord, windshield mount and owners manual. 
Here's a overview from 'Radar Roy's' site:
The Escort Passport 8500 Just Got Better!
Introducing the all new ESCORT 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.
Passport 8500 X50's patented Auto-SensitivityT mode intelligently distin-guishes real threats from other known sources of radar - virtually eliminating false alarms. Conventional Highway and City modes are also provided.
Passport 8500 X50's on-board computer can be reprogrammed to detect new radar and laser threats, making it a solid investment.
*** The blue display does cost more because of the additional expense in making the blue LED lights. There is NO DIFFERENCE in performance. ***
Details
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.
New High-Performance Laser!
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 ExpertMeterT, and our new SpecDisplayT.
In ExpertMeterT mode the Passport X50 can identify band and relative signal strength on up to radar 8 signals simultaneously.
Or, choose our new SpecDisplayT and Passport X50 will show you the actual frequency of the radar signal.
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. A great choice for the motorcyclist that uses an intercom system.
Programmable Features
- Power-On Indication
- Power-On Sequence
- AutoMute
- Audio Tones
- City Mode Sensitivity
- Display Brightness
- Dark Mode
- Radar / Laser Bands
Power Requirement
- 12VDC, Negative Ground
- SmartCord MuteDisplay™ Included
Technical Specs
Operating Band
- X-band 10.525 GHz ± 25 MHz
- K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 MHz
- Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
- Laser: 904nm, 33MHz bandwidth
Radar Receiver / Detector Type
- Superheterodyne, GaAs FET 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
Tests
Radar Roy's Tests
The Escort Passport 8500 X50 has consistently been a top performing radar detector in every test Radar Roy has ever done.
In K, Ka band, POP, and filtering testing the 8500 has led the pack.
Click here to view the Passport 8500 X50 Product Manual
| Features: | POP Radar Detection |
| Type: | Corded Radar Detectors |
| Brand: | Escort |
| Dimensions (in): | 5.32L x 2.85W x 1.25H |
What's Included
- Detector
- Quick-Release Windshield Mount
- Built-in Earphone Jack
- Coiled SmartCord
- Travel Case
I know the voices aren't real, but they have some pretty cool ideas... 
Lifetime MemberYou only move as fast as the vehicle in front of you at the exit ramp or stoplight.
Better money spent on a good GPS with accurate trip details and updates.
If you need to get there faster..... be prepared & leave earlier.......
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