Escort orporated M4R2 iX Ci Platform User Manual 1 ESCORT iX Ci PLATFORM OWNER MANL JR 01618

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Intelligent Long Range Detection SystemiX CiESCORT Live App Provides Crowd Sourced AlertsGPS Intelligence Rejects False AlertsExcellent Radar/Laser Detection RangeIntelligent Long Range Detection SystemiX CiPLATFORMPLATFORMOwner’s ManualESCORT Live Compatible

Your new ESCORT iX Ci is one of the most advanced custom-installed radar and laser defense systems ever designed.ESCORT iX Ci delivers long-range warning on all laser and radar bands including X, K, and Superwide Ka. In addition, ESCORT iX Ci contains the following revolutionary features: • Updatable IVT Filter automatically reduces false alerts from moving In-Vehicle Technology systems and adaptive cruise control• GPS location-based intelligence automatically locks out false alerts and allows you to mark locations for future reference• Access to ESCORT’s DEFENDER Database, which warns you of veried speed traps, speed cameras and red light cameras• Built-In Bluetooth technology gives you access to ESCORT’s award-winning real-time ticket protection app, ESCORT Live!• Optional Laser ShifterMax sensors deliver the ultimate defense against all LIDAR laser guns, including new variable pulse rate guns. Please drive safely. Installed. Intelligent.FCC Note: Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment.WarningNever, under any circumstances, look at the Laser ShifterMax sensors while they are powered on and operating. Do not view with optical instruments (like magniers).CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCTThis product complies with IEC 60825-1:2007-03 Ed. 2.0This product complies with 21CFR Subchapter J Parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50 dated June 24, 20 07.Please NoteThis product may be limited or prohibited in some jurisdictions. Check applicable laws before using. Important Notes

1 Table of ContentsIntroduction Inside Front CoverWhat’s in the Box 2 Registration and ESCORT Live 2-3Controls and Features 4-5Settings & Preferences 6-11• Pilot Mode 8• GPS 8• Speed Display 8• AutoLearn 8• Signal Strength Meter 9 - Meter STD (Standard meter) 9 - Meter EXP (Expert meter) 9 - Meter SPC (Spec Display meter) 9• AutoMute 10• AutoPower 10• Units 10• Voice 10• Band Enables 10• Shifters 10• Marker Enables 11• Marking Locations 11• Clearing the Database 11• Restore Factory Settings 11• Serial Number and Software Version 11• Software Updates 11Understanding Your Detector 12-15• Interpreting Alerts 12• How Radar Works 14• How IVT Filter works 14• How “POP” Works 15• How Laser Works 15• How GPS Works 15• TSR Signal Ranking Software 15Service 16-19• Troubleshooting 16• Service Procedure 17• Warranty 18• Registration 19

2 RegistrationFollow these steps to register your ESCORT iX Ci. You will need the detector’s serial number to complete the registration. To view the serial number, hold down the MRK and SEN buttons while powering on the detector.1 Visit www.EscortRadar.com and click Product Registration.2 Click the “Registration for all devices” link.3 Follow the onscreen instructions to register your device.Be sure to write down the username and password you create, as you will need this information to access the ESCORT Live ticket protection app. (You will also receive an e-mail with this information, once you have registered your device.)The following optional components are available separately, adding 360° radar detection and laser shifting capabilities to ESCORT iX Ci. What’s in the BoxFront Radar Receiver GPS AntennaDisplay Module Control Module Interface Not shown:Concealed Alert IndicatorRadio Mute CableDownload Data CableDocumentation & Mounting Hardware System ExpansionRear Radar Receiver ShifterMax Pack Plus

For iPhone:1 Ensure ESCORT iX Ci’s power is ON.2 Open the App Store on your iPhone and search for ESCORT Live Radar.3 Follow the onscreen instructions to download ESCORT Live Radar and then open the app.4 When prompted, enter the username and password you created when registering your product at EscortRadar.com.5 Press the Settings button then select Devices.6 You should see iX Ci listed with Not Connected underneath. Press the iX Ci device entry and when prompted select Pair. ESCORT Live3For Android based smartphones:1 Ensure ESCORT iX Ci power is ON.2 On your smartphone go to Bluetooth® Settings and make sure that Bluetooth® is ON.3 Press Scan for devices and wait for the device list to populate, iX Ci should appear under Available devices.4 Press the iX Ci device entry.5 Open Google Play on your smartphone and search for Escort Live Radar.6 Follow the onscreen instructions to download Escort Live Radar and then open the app.7 When prompted, enter the username and password you created when registering your product at EscortRadar.com.8 Open the app, walk through the tutorial, and you’re ready to hit the road!

Sensitivity (SEN)The SEN button selects the ESCORT iX Ci’s radar sensitivity. The choices are:Highway – Full sensitivityAuto – Reduces X and K band sensitivity based on the speed of the vehicleAutoNoX – Same as Auto but without X band detectionAutoLoK – Same as Auto but with lowered K band sensitivity at all timesPower (PWR) Press and hold to manually turn ESCORT iX Ci on or o. If installed properly, the system will turn on or o automatically with the vehicle’s ignition.Volume Button (VOL)Press and hold the VOL button to adjust the alert volume level. The audio will ramp up or down accompanied by a bar-graph on the display. To change the direction of the audio ramping simply release the VOL button and quickly press and hold it again. NOTE: Your preferred audio level will be stored in memory, even after the detector is turned o.Alert Tones The alert tones uses a Geiger counter-type sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered. When you encounter radar, a distinct audible alert will sound and will increase as the signal gets stronger. This allows you to judge the distance from the signal source without taking your eyes o of the road. Each band has a distinct tone for easy identication:X band = beep toneK band = brap toneKa band = double-brap toneLaser = solid brap tone4Mute Button (Mute)The Mute Button has several functions depending on the scenario:- Press to mute the audio for a specic alert.- Press three times to lock out a false alert.- Press twice while receiving a grey locked-out alert to unlock it.- Press twice while Laser Shifting to put the optional sensors into receive-only mode for one minute. Laser Shifting must rst be enabled, see Settings & Preferences.- When connected to ESCORT Live press and hold mute button to manually report to other users a veried X or K-band alert, or a police ocer observing trac.Control Module Controls & Features

Mark Location Button (MRK)The “MRK” button allows you to mark a specic location and label it for future reference. Once marked, the ESCORT iX Ci will provide an alert before you reach this area again. This can be extremely useful when there are known speed traps or safety cameras in a particular location. Display Brightness (BRT) The “BRT” button selects your preferred brightness level. The factory default setting is Auto (automatic), which will adjust the display brightness based on the ambient light in the vehicle. Pilot/Alert Area The display will show the speed limit (speed limit is only available when connected to the ESCORT Live app) followed by a letter for the selected sensitivity mode, followed by your current speed. If you prefer, you can choose other Pilot indications. During an alert, the display will indicate the radar band or laser, and a precise bar-graph of the signal strength. Note: In Dark Mode the display will not light during an alert.5Display ModuleGPS Signal Indicator The GPS icon indicates reception of GPS satellite signal and will rotate when a false alert is being rejected. Note: The GPS Signal Indicator will not be displayed when GPS is disabled. Concealed Alert Indicator• Multi-color indicator is: • Solid Green when power is ON • Blinking red when receiving a front alert • Blinking blue when receiving a rear alert (only with optional rear radar receiver)

How To Use PreferencesTo access the Preferences menu, press and hold both the SEN and MUTE buttons. ESCORT iX Ci will display “Prefs,” indicating that it is in program mode.Once in Preferences mode, the SEN button is used to review the preference categories, and the Up and Down buttons are used to change the individual settings within the selected category.To exit the Preferences menu, press the power button or simply wait a few seconds without pressing any button. A “Complete” message will display, conrming your selection(s).6Settings & Preferences – Overview Press SEN to go from Press Up or Down to change one category to the next your setting within a category Pilot Mode PilotSPD* Speed limit (when connected to ESCORT Live app), sensitivity mode, and vehicle speed PilotHWY Full word: Highway, Auto, AutoNoX, or AutoLoK Pilot H Letter: H, A, ANX, ALK Pilot H>- Letter with scanning bar Pilot V Vehicle voltage Speed Alert sAlrt ON* Speed Alert On sAlrt OFF Speed Alert Off Cruise Alert Cruse 20* Offers double-beep alert tone when traveling below specified speed OFF/20-160 (mph if Units ENG is selected, kph if Units MET is selected) Meter Mode Meter STD* Standard Bar-graph Meter Mode Meter EXP SpecDisplay Meter Mode Meter SPC ExpertMeter Mode Alert Tones TonesSTD* Standard ESCORT alert tones TonesSTD+ Standard ESCORT alert tones for primary alert and double-beep for additional alerts TonesMLD Mild doorbell chime alert tones AutoMute aMute ON* AutoMute On aMuteOFF AutoMute Off AutoLearn aLrn ON* AutoLearn On aLrn OFF AutoPower Off Units Units ENG* English Units Units MET Metric Units Language LangENG* English language for voice and text LangSPA Spanish language for voice and text Voice Voice ON* Voice alerts on VoiceOFF Voice alerts off GPS Filter GPS ON* GPS-powered filtering is on GPS OFF GPS-powered filtering is off

7Settings & Preferences – Overview AutoPower aPwr OFF When installed to a switched power supply, powers off with the vehicle’s ignition aPwr 1HR Powers off automatically after 1 hour aPwr 2HR Powers off automatically after 2 hours aPwr 4HR* Powers off automatically after 4 hours aPwr 8HR Powers off automatically after 8 hours Band Enables Bands DFT* Factory Default Settings Bands MOD Factory Default Settings Modified Press MUTE to go from Press Up or Down to change your setting within a category one category to the next X Band X ON* or OFF K Band KSW ON* or OFF Freq: 24.050-24.250 GHz NOTE: Turn off K band to select separate narrow segments of the band to turn on or off. KN1 ON* or OFF Freq: 24.050 - 24.110 GHz KN2 ON* or OFF Freq: 24.110 - 24.175 GHz KN3 ON* or OFF Freq: 24.175 - 24.250 GHz KN4 ON or OFF* Freq: 23.950 - 24.050 GHz Ka Band KaSW ON* or OFF Freq: 33.400-36.000 GHz NOTE: Turn off Ka band to select separate narrow segments of the band to turn on or off. KaN1 ON* or OFF Freq: 33.400 - 33.700 GHz KaN2 ON* or OFF Freq: 33.700 - 33.900 GHz KaN3 ON* or OFF Freq: 33.900 - 34.200 GHz KaN4 ON* or OFF Freq: 34.200 - 34.600 GHz KaN5 ON* or OFF Freq: 34.600 - 34.800 GHz KaN6 ON* or OFF Freq: 34.800 - 35.160 GHz KaN7 ON* or OFF Freq: 35.160 - 35.400 GHz KaN8 ON* or OFF Freq: 35.400 - 35.600 GHz KaN9 ON* or OFF Freq: 35.600 - 35.840 GHz KaN10 ON* or OFF Freq: 35.840 - 36.000 GHz Ka POP POP ON or OFF* Laser LSR ON* or OFF TSR TSR ON* or OFF Traffic Sensor Rejection RDR RDR ON* or OFF Radar Detector Rejection Shifters ShftSHFT Laser Shifting On ShftRECV* Laser Receive-only, shifting disabled Shft OFF Laser sensors disabled Marker Enables Mark DFT* Factory Default settings Mark MOD Factory Default Settings Modified Press MUTE to go from Press Up or Down to change your one category to the next setting within a category Other Other ON* or OFF Redlight Camera rLCam ON* or OFF Redlight & Speed Camera rLSpd ON* or OFF Speed Camera spCam ON* or OFF Speed Trap sTrap ON* or OFF Air Patrol aPtrl ON or OFF* NOTE: User cannot mark an Air Patrol location Clear Locations ClearMRK Clear all user-marked locations. Press MUTE button to confirm ClearLCK Clear all lockouts. Press MUTE button to confirm ClearDEF Clear all DEFENDER Database data. Press MUTE button to confirm ClearFMT Clear DEFENDER Database, all markers, and all lockouts. Press MUTE button to confirm*Default SettingNotes for Settings & PreferencesTo view serial number and software revision press MRK and SEN while powering on detector.To restore ESCORT IX Ci to its original factory settings, press and hold MRK and BRT while turning the power on. A Restored message will display, acknowledging the reset.

8Settings & Preferences Pilot (Power-on indication) Pilot SPD (Vehicle speed)In this setting, the ESCORT iX Ci will display “H” for Highway, “A” for Auto, “Anx” for Auto No X, and “Alk” for Auto Low K, accompanied by the vehicle’s speed.Pilot Highway (Full word)In this setting, the ESCORT iX Ci will display “Highway”, “Auto”, “AutoNox”, or “AutoLoK” as its power-on indication. (factory default)Pilot H (Letter)In this setting, the ESCORT iX Ci will display “H” for Highway, “A” for Auto, “Anx” for Auto No X, and “Alk” for Auto Low K.Pilot H>- (Letter with scrolling bar)In this setting, the ESCORT iX Ci will display “H” for Highway, “A” for Auto, “Anx” for Auto No X, and “Alk” for Auto Low K, accompanied by a scrolling bar.Pilot V (Vehicle voltage)In this setting, the ESCORT iX Ci will display “H” for Highway, “A” for Auto, “Anx” for Auto No X, and “Alk” for Auto Low K, accompanied by the vehicle’s voltage. Note: When you are using the Dark mode, the display will not display anything. Only the controller will illuminate. Speed Alert sAlrt ON (Speed Alert is on)In this setting, when an alert is received your vehicle speed is displayed for several seconds followed by the signal strength meter that you have selected. (factory default).sAlrtOFF (Speed Alert is o)In this setting, speed alert is o. Cruise AlertCruse 20 (Cruise Alert set to 20)While you are traveling below the specied Cruise Alert speed, all alerts will only sound a short double-beep. The alert will fully sound when you exceed the Cruise Alert speed (mph if Units ENG is selected, kph if Units MET is selected). The factory default setting is 20.CruseOFF (Cruise Alert is o)In this setting, Cruise Alert is o.

9Settings & Preferences Signal Strength MeterMeter STD (Standard meter)The Standard meter mode provides band information and signal strength information of a single alert. When radar is detected, the band (X, K or Ka) and a bar graph of the signal’s strength are displayed. When laser is detected, the display will simply read “Laser.” If there are multiple alerts present, only the highest priority threat is displayed. Laser is the highest priority threat, followed by Ka, K, then X band radar. (factory default)With the optional rear radar receiver connected, when a signal is detected a threat direction arrow will be displayed at the right of the display indicating the direction of the threat relative to you. An up arrow indicates the threat is ahead of you. A down arrow indicates the threat is behind you.Meter EXP (ExpertMeter)ESCORT’s exclusive ExpertMeter option is also designed for the advanced detector user. In this mode, ESCORT iX Ci simultaneously tracks up to three radar signals. It shows each band along with a vertical bar graph of its signal strength. In the image above, a Ka band, K band and a X band are being detected. ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in your normal driving environment (e.g., a trac radar unit being operated in an area where there are normally other signals present).Meter EXP (ExpertMeter) continuedWith the optional rear radar receiver connected, when a signal is detected a threat direction arrow will be displayed at the right of the display indicating the direction of the highest priority threat relative to you. In ExpertMeter mode, the highest priority threat is the leftmost signal displayed. An up arrow indicates the threat is ahead of you. A down arrow indicates the threat is behind you. In the image above, the Ka band threat is indicated as being behind you. Meter SPC (Spec Display meter)The SpecDisplay option is an advanced display for experienced detector users. In this mode, it will display the actual numeric radar frequency being received. Even long-time detector users will require some time to get familiar with this new level of information about detected signals.With the optional rear radar receiver connected, when a signal is detected a threat direction arrow will be displayed at the right of the display indicating the direction of the threat relative to you. An up arrow indicates the threat is ahead of you. A down arrow indicates the threat is behind you.

10Settings & Preferences Alert Tones TonesSTD (Alert Tones set to Standard)The factory default Standard alert tones uses a Geiger counter-type sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered. When you encounter radar, a distinct audible alert will sound and will increase as the signal gets stronger. This allows you to judge the distance from the signal source without taking your eyes o of the road. Each band has a distinct tone for easy identication:X band = beep toneK band = brap toneKa band = double-brap toneLaser = solid brap tonePop = solid brap toneTonesSTD+ (Alert Tones set to Standard Plus)Features the Standard alert tones outlined above for the primary alert, plus double-beep tones for additional alerts.TonesMLD (Alert Tones set to Mild) • X band, K band, Ka band and POP = Doorbell chime• Low signal strength = Double chime• High signal strength = Triple chime• If alert remains in area more than 15 seconds = Single chime (as a reminder)• Laser = Solid brap toneSince laser signals are a possible threat no matter how weak, laser alerts are always full strength.AutoMuteaMute ON (AutoMute is on)Your ESCORT iX Ci also includes ESCORT’s patented AutoMute feature. Once ESCORT iX Ci alerts you to a radar encounter at your selected volume level, it automatically reduces the volume. This keeps you informed without the annoyance of a continuous full-volume alert. If you prefer, you can turn the AutoMute feature o.aMute OFF (AutoMute is o)In this setting, AutoMute is o.AutoLearnaLrn ON (AutoLearn is on)The AutoLearn feature analyzes radar signals by location and frequency over time. This allowsESCORT iX Ci to determine if a xed location signal is a real threat or a false one. If it determines that the signal is an automatic door opener, motion sensor, etc., it automatically locks out this signal at this particular location. A “Stored” message will appear on the display when a signal has been automatically locked out. AutoLearn typically needs to encounter the exact frequency in the same location approximately three times to lock it out. Since some door openers are turned on and o routinely, some variations may occur. ESCORT iX Ci will also unlearn signals to protect you from locking out real threats. If a particular signal is no longer present at a location that was previously locked out, ESCORT iX Ci will unlock that signal. (factory default)aLrn OFF (AutoLearn is o)In this setting, any false alerts will need to be locked out manually using the MUTE button.UnitsUnitsENG (English units)In this setting, all speed and distance related functions are displayed in English units. (factory default)UnitsMET (Metric units)In this setting, all speed and distance related functions are displayed in metric units.

11Settings & Preferences LanguageLangENG (English language)In this setting, all voice and text are in English language. (factory default)LangSPA (Spanish language)In this setting, all voice and text are in Spanish language.Voice Voice ON (Voice announcements are on)In this setting, all alerts and instructions are communicated using a voice announcement.(factory default)VoiceOFF (Voice announcements are o)Only tones will be used for alerts.GPS Filter GPS ON (GPS Filter is on)In this setting, GPS-powered ltering is on. (factory default)GPS OFF (GPS Filter is o)In this setting, GPS-powered ltering is o.AutoPower aPwrOFF/1HR/2HR/4HR/8HRThis feature automatically turns o ESCORT iX Ci after a set period of time to save unnecessary drain on your battery. This is especially useful if your vehicle has a constant-power ignition. To turn ESCORT iX Ci on again you must press the power button. (default setting is 4 hours)Band EnablesIn the factory default setting the suggested radarand laser bands for North America are monitoredand sources of some common false alerts arerejected. It is highly recommended that you useyour ESCORT iX Ci in this mode.If you modify Band Enables then this setting willshow Modied. The ESCORT iX Ci will also notifyyou during the startup sequence with an audiblealert, and associated text message stating thatbands are modied from the factory defaultsettings.WARNING: Do not turn o any bands unless you areabsolutely certain there are no trac radar guns usingthat specic band in your area.Shifters (optional, available separately) By adding ShifterMax Pack Plus, ESCORT iX Ci canbe equipped with Laser ShifterMax sensors.Additional sensors can be added to ESCORT iX Ciseparately. These highly sensitive laser transceiverswill detect a laser signal and, when Shifting isenabled, will respond (or transmit) a pulsed signalback in order to “Shift” or confuse the targetinglaser gun.The MUTE button can be used to manually shut oLaser Shifting once you have checked your speed.Since some laser guns provide “jamming” codes forthe ocer, this can be useful to avoid any undueattention. Simply press the MUTE button twiceduring a laser alert. All Shifters will cease to transmitand the display will change from “Shifting” to“Laser”. “Laser” indicates that you are receiving alaser alert in “Receive Only” mode.The Shifters will remain in the “Receive Only” modefor approximately thirty seconds, giving you time topass the speed trap. Once this time has expired adouble beep tone will be given, indicating that theShifters are now back in “Shifting” mode.

12Understanding Your Detector Understanding Your Detector Clearing Locations At some point, you may wish to clear some of the data in ESCORT iX Ci’s database. This may include any of the following: Defender Database data, Marked locations or false alert Lockouts. To clear all data in ESCORT iX Ci’s database select Format then press MUTE to conrm.Note: After clearing the database, be sure to use Detector Tools Pro to merge Defender database locations onto your detector.Restore Factory Settings To restore ESCORT iX Ci to it’s original factory settings, press and hold MRK and BRT while turning the power on. A Restored message will display, acknowledging the reset. Serial Number and Software VersionTo view your ESCORT iX Ci’s serial number and software revision, press and hold the MRK and SEN buttons while powering on the detector.Software UpdatesESCORT iX Ci’s rmware, or operating system, and safety camera database is easily updated using our exclusive Detector Tools Pro software found on our web site and the included USB cable. Follow these steps, in order, to update your ESCORT iX Ci:1 With the ESCORT iX Ci powered on, turn o the vehicle’s ignition or disconnect power to the system2 Connect the USB cable to the ESCORT iX Ci Interface and your computer3 Turn on vehicle’s ignition or apply power to the system4 Launch the Detector Tools Pro software on your computer and select which update to perform: - Merge your data with the latest Defender database - Update your detector with the latest software Note: Firewalls and anti-virus software may interfere with performing updates. If you need assistance, please contact our service department at 1-800-543-1608. Marker EnablesIn the factory default setting, the suggested xed location alerts are reported. It is highly recommended that you use your ESCORT iX Ci in this mode.If you modify Marker Enables then this setting will show Modied and only the Markers that you have selected are reported.Marking Locations The “MRK” button allows you to mark a specic location and label it for future reference. Once marked, ESCORT iX Ci will provide an alert with an arrow indicating the direction of the location and the distance to this location when you reach this area again. This can be extremely useful when there are known speed traps or camera locations that you would like to remember.ESCORT iX Ci gives an advanced warning of upcoming markers at the following distances:• Red light cameras: 250 ft or 10 seconds• Red light & speed cameras: 250 ft or 10 seconds• Speed cameras: 500 ft when traveling below 55 mph; 1,000 ft when traveling above 55 mph• Speed traps: 0.3 mi or approximately 1,584 ft• Other: 500 ft when traveling below 55 mph; 1,000 ft when traveling above 55 mphTo mark a location, press the MRK button. The display will read “Mark?” Press MRK again to bring up a menu of markers to choose from. Repeatedly press MUTE to scroll through the markers then press MRK to select the marker that you wish to use at this location. The display will read “Marked”Air Patrol locations cannot be marked by the user.To unmark a location, touch the MRK button when you are receiving a marked-location alert. The display will read “Unmark?” Touch the MRK button again to conrm. The display will read “Unmarked”

13Although the ESCORT iX Ci has a comprehensive warning system and this manual is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your detector and how to interpret what it tells you. The specic type of radar being used, the type of transmission (continuous or instant-on) and the location of the radar source aects the radar alerts you receive.The following examples will give you an introduction to understanding the detector warning system for radar, laser and safety alerts.ExplanationYou are approaching a continuous radar source aimed in your direction.An instant-on radar source is being used ahead of you and out of your view.An instant-on radar or laser source is being used nearby. This kind of alert requires immediate attention.Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is inherently dicult to detect, any laser alert may indicate a source very close by.A moving patrol car with continuous radar is overtaking you from behind. Because these signals are reected (reections are increased by large objects), they may or may not eventually melt into a solid point, even when the patrol car is directly behind you.You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a hill or an obstructed curve.A patrol car is traveling in front of you with a radar source aimed forward. Because signals are sometimes reected o of large objects and sometimes not, the alerts may seem inconsistent. A patrol car is approaching from the other direction, sampling trac with instant-on radar. Such alerts should be taken seriously. You are driving through an area populated with radar motion sensors (e.g., door openers or burglar alarms). Since these transmitters are usually contained inside buildings or aimed toward or away from you, they are typically not as strong or lasting as a real radar encounter.CAUTION: Overconﬁdence in an unfamiliar area can be dangerous. Likewise, if an alert in a commonly traveled area is suddenly stronger or on a different band than usual, speed radar may be set up nearby.AlertDetector begins to sound slowly; rate of alert increases until it becomes a solid tone. The signal meter ramps accordingly.Detector emits short alerts for a few seconds then falls silent, only to briey alert and fall silent again.Detector suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the appropriate band received.Detector sends a brief laser alert.Detector receives weak signals. Signals may be a little stronger as you pass large, roadside objects. Signals increase in frequency.Detector alerts slowly for a while then abruptly jumps to a strong alert.Detector alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly. Detector alerts intermittently; rate and strength of signal increases with each alert. Detector gives an X band alert intermittently. Understanding Your Detector Understanding Your Detector

14How Radar WorksTrac radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in straight lines and is easily reected by objects such as cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by directing its microwave beam down the road. As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave beam bounces o your car, and the radar antenna looks for the reections. Using the Doppler Principle, the radarequipment then calculates your speed by comparing the frequency of the reection of your car to the original frequency of the beam sent out. Trac radar has limitations, the most signicant of these being that it typically can monitor only one target at a time. If there is more than one vehicle within range, it is up to the radar operator to decide which target is producing the strongest reection. Since the strength of the reection is aected by both the size of the vehicle and its proximity to the antenna, it is dicult for the radar operator to determine if the signal is from a sports car nearby or a semi-truck several hundred feet away. Radar range also depends on the power of the radar equipment itself. The strength of the radar unit’s beam diminishes with distance. The farther the radar has to travel, the less energy it has for speed detection. Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X, and K-band radar, your detector will occasionally receive non-police radar signals. Since these transmitters are usually contained inside of a building, or aimed toward the ground, they will generally produce much weaker readings than will a true radar encounter. As you become familiar with the sources of these pseudo alarms in your daily driving, they will serve as conrmation that your device’s radar detection abilities are fully operational.In-Vehicle Technology (IVT Filter) Some modern vehicles are now equipped with radar based in-vehicle technology (IVT) systems for adaptive cruise control, predictive braking, and blind spot monitoring. Because some of these systems operate on the same frequency as police K-band radar, many radar detectors will alert to these signals as police radar. This radar detector is equipped with our updatable IVT Filter which rejects these signals.Because these safety systems are continually changing, the IVT Filter is updatable. Updates to the IVT Filter are released as rmware updates for your detector that are installed using our exclusive Detector Tools Pro software.Understanding Your Detector

15How “POP” WorksPOP works by transmitting an extremely short burst, within the allocated band, to identify speeding vehicles in trac. Once the target is identied, or “popped,” the gun is then turned to its normal operating mode to provide a vehicle tracking history (required by law).Note: According to radar gun manufacturers, tickets should not be issued in pop mode.How Laser (Lidar) WorksLaser speed detection is actually light detection and ranging (LIDAR). Laser guns project a beam of invisible infrared light. The signal is a series of very short infrared light energy pulses that move in a straight line, reecting o your car and returning to the gun. Laser uses these light pulses to measure the distance to a vehicle. Speed is then calculated by measuring how quickly these pulses are reected, given the known speed of light. Laser is a newer technology whose use is not as widespread as conventional radar; therefore, you may not encounter it on a daily basis. And unlike radar detection, laser is not prone to false alarms. Because laser transmits a much narrower beam than does radar, it is much more accurate in its ability to distinguish between targets and is also more dicult to detect. As a result, even the briefest laser alert should be taken seriously. There are limitations to laser, however. Laser is much more sensitive to weather conditions than radar, and a laser gun’s range will be decreased by anything aecting visibility, such as rain, fog or smoke. A laser gun cannot operate through glass, and it must be stationary to get an accurate reading. Because laser must have a clear line of sight and is subject to cosine error (an inaccuracy that increases as the angle between the gun and the vehicle increases), police typically use laser equipment parallel to the road or from an overpass. Laser can be used day or night.Understanding Your Detector How GPS WorksThe Global Positioning System (GPS) is made up of twenty four orbiting satellites and was developed by the U.S. military. There are at least four satellites visible at any given time every day. A GPS receiver is designed to locate and receive data from four of these satellites. This data includes the distance to your location from each of the satellites. Once the distance from each satellite is known, the receiver can calculate and pinpoint your exact location.TSR Signal Ranking SoftwareYour radar detector includes a new optional boost in anti-falsing software to eliminate excessive alerts from erroneous X and K-band sources. One example of this is trac ow monitoring systems. These systems, which are becoming more widely used in several countries, generate K-band signals to measure the ow of trac on a given road. Unfortunately most detectors see this as a real threat and will alert you to it unnecessarily. Our new proprietary software (TSR), intelligently sorts, ranks and rejects this type of false alarm automatically. The result is ultimate protection without excessive false alarms.The TSR software is set up as an option and can be activated through the Programming section. We suggest you turn TSR on if you are experiencing extreme false alerts in your area. If not, your detector is ready to start protecting you right out of the box.If you have any questions about this new feature, please give us a call or visit our website for more details.

16ProblemDetector beeps briey at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight.Detector did not alert when a police car was in view.Detector’s audible alerts become softer after the rst few alerts.The power-on sequence reoccurs while you are driving.You wish to restore the factory default settings.The device will not turn on.The display is blank.Detector displays “Check FR”Detector displays “ReplacFR” SolutionA motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. If you have AutoLearn enabled, the factory default setting, then ESCORT iX Ci will store this signal after about 3 passes and no longer alert to it.Ocer may not have radar or laser unit turned on. VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder), a stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use.Detector is in AutoMute mode. See “AutoMute” in the Settings & Preferences section for details.A loose power connection can cause ESCORT iX Ci to be briey disconnected and will retrigger the power-on sequence. Check all connections.Press and hold the MRK and BRT buttons while powering on the detector. A “Restored” message will display, acknowledging the reset.Check that vehicle ignition is on.ESCORT iX Ci is in Dark mode. Press the BRT button to adjust the brightness.There is a communication issue with the Front Receiver (FR). The Front Receiver’s connections and wiring should be checked. If no connection or wiring issue is found and the message persists there may be an issue with the component.A critical issue has been reported from the Front Receiver (FR) requiring it to be replaced or repaired. Troubleshooting Service Procedure

17Troubleshooting Service ProcedureService ProcedureIf your ESCORT iX Ci ever needs service, please follow these simple steps:1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual. It may have a solution to your problem.2 Contact your installing dealer. They will evaluate your unit and arrange repairs if necessary.3 If you installed the system yourself, or can no longer contact your installer, contact our service department at 1-800-543-1608.

18ESCORT One Year Limited WarrantyThree-Year Limited Warranty with installation by authorized installerWhat this warranty covers: Escort, Inc. (“Escort”) warrants your Product against all defects in mate-rials and workmanship.For how long: One (1) year from the date of original purchase from an authorized Escort dealer or three (3) years from the date of original purchase when installed by an authorized Escort installer. For a list of authorized Escort installers, see the following website:https://www.escortradar.com/dealer-locator/What we will do: If a breach of warranty occurs, Escort, at its discretion, will either repair or replace your Product free of charge.What we will not do: Escort will not pay shipping charges that you incur for sending your Product to us.What you must do to maintain this warranty: Show original proof of purchase from an authorized Escort dealer and proof of installation by an autho-rized Escort installer to be eligible for three years of warranty coverage. Warranty exclusions: This warranty does not apply to your product under any of the following condi-tions: 1. The serial number has been removed or modied. 2. Your product has been subjected to misuse or damage (including water damage, phys-ical abuse, and/or improper installation). 3. Your product has been modied in any way. 4. Your receipt or proof-of-purchase is from a non-autho-rized dealer or internet auction site, including E-bay, U-bid, or other non-authorized resellers. 5. You are not the original purchaser of the Product from an authorized dealer or did not receive it as a gift from the original purchaser of the Product from an authorized dealer.To obtain service: 1. Contact Escort (1-800-543-1608) to obtain a Return Authorization Number. 2.Properly pack your Product and include: your name, complete return address, written description of the problem with your Product, daytime telephone number, and a copy of the original proof of purchase or receipt. 3. Label the outside of the package clearly with your Return Authorization Number. Ship the Product pre-paid (insured, for your protection) to: Escort, Inc., 5440 West Chester Rd., West Chester, OH 45069.LIMITATION OF WARRANTY: The obligations set forth above are Escort’s sole obligations and your exclusive remedy. Escort makes no other express warranty. Any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose that may be appli-cable to the Product is limited in duration to the duration of this warranty. Some States do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you. ESCORT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE, MISUSE OR MOUNTING OF THE PRODUCT. Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Escort is not responsible for products lost in ship-ment between the owner and our service center.Other legal rights: This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from State to State. Warranty

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