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Escort Passport 8500X50 Black Radar Detector, Red Display

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Price

(31 reviews)
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(19 reviews)
Ship

(13 reviews)
Buy

(14 reviews)
Product

(82 reviews)
Range

(66 reviews)
Detector

(144 reviews)
Radar

(85 reviews)
Thing

(29 reviews)
Time

(36 reviews)
Unit

(44 reviews)
Display

(22 reviews)
Beep

(14 reviews)
Spot

(8 reviews)
Laser

(15 reviews)
Drive

(10 reviews)
Reading

(11 reviews)
Signal

(29 reviews)
Warning

(7 reviews)
Band

(15 reviews)
Alarm

(104 reviews)
Speed trap

(34 reviews)
Speed limit

(17 reviews)
Positive

(10 reviews)

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Reviews around price (5.00 of 5)

  • Everything I expected from Passport, and the price was fantastic.
  • The price was fair and delivered in a timely matter; better than expected
  • Warehouse deal was a great price and the unit arrived looking brand new and works fine
  • this was refurbished and it works just like new for a much better price
  • This product is the right price for the features and easy to use.
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Reviews around cord (5.00 of 5)

  • I coupled this with a hardwired Smart Cord to free up my cigarette lighter, you can also use this model with the Escort Live app
  • I love the unit BUT was not aware that I had to pay an additional $99 for a "Smart Cord" that can be utilized in unison with an apple app for "Live Escort" on the road
  • I love the smart cord, the mute feature is great and very handy for my short arms that can't reach easily to the mount
  • it?Now this detector does come with a convenient power cord that has a mute button on it (in addition to the mute button on the device
  • The smart cord is handy to defeat the audible signals quickly
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Reviews around ship (5.00 of 5)

  • Great buy from Amazon as well with super quick shipping.
  • Extremely pleased with the purchase, the unit works flawlessly, and the seller shipped it to me in record time.
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Reviews around buy (5.00 of 5)

  • Tl;Dr version: great buy for the money if you can't bring yourself to buy a 3 or 4 hundred dollar detector and you don't do 90 on the highway
  • Great buy from Amazon as well with super quick shipping.
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Reviews around product (4.70 of 5)

  • Based on one months' result, I would NOT recommended this product at all.
  • great product, works amazing, has already saved me from multiple speed traps,
  • great product, works amazing, has already saved me from multiple speed traps,
  • Great product strongly recommend for anyone who drives.
  • Great product it actually works to seek out any radar signals
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Reviews around range (4.37 of 5)

  • Unit has really good range and keeps me out of trouble.
  • This one has better range in the city than my old Escort 8500x50, It was stolen out of my car
  • This is a great detector with the best range of any that I have used thus far
  • It doesn't have the best range, and it lacks a lot of convenience features, but for ~$200 detector, this thing really isn't bad
  • So far this detector has great range and detection after 3 weeks of use
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Reviews around detector (4.12 of 5)

  • Great radar detector, saved me from quite a few tickets
  • I had a cheaper radar detector by Whistler, but haven't been that impressed
  • I would recommend this radar detector to all my friends
  • Good radar detector and is easy to program the filtering features.
  • Overall: this is a great entry-level radar detector, and a great investment
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Reviews around radar (3.87 of 5)

  • Works very well and has a great detection range; much better then my older radar detector.
  • If you are in the market for a good radar detector, then why not buy the best
  • If you are too much of a cheap a $$ to buy a radar detector and you still speed you deserve the ticket
  • If you are too much of a cheap a $$ to buy a radar detector and you still speed you deserve the ticket
  • Great radar detector, saved me from quite a few tickets
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Reviews around thing (3.84 of 5)

  • It doesn't have the best range, and it lacks a lot of convenience features, but for ~$200 detector, this thing really isn't bad
  • First thing to go and is the most common problem is the laser detector.
  • Without a true Automute feature this thing is just too annoying.
  • It's very sensitive to ambient signals which is a great thing, especially when traveling open stretches of highway
  • Don't know what I would do without this amazing little thing!!!
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Reviews around time (3.72 of 5)

  • Works well in most band ranges but it has a horrible time with K Band at 2.4 ghz
  • The detection range is spot on, I usually get 15+ seconds of alert to an approaching radar which is more than enough time to slow down
  • There won't be enough time for us to slow down if I only have the cobra
  • full disclosure, my last experience with a detector was several years ago - K band was the hot new thing at the time - and I was rocking a brand new Belltronics that saved me countless times (and failed me twice - thanks "instant on" K band radar
  • It detects cops radars from a distant where you have enough time to slow down
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Reviews around unit (3.66 of 5)

  • Very nice unit that gives plenty of warning for most types of radar.
  • This is a great unit for detecting police especially with the Ka Band & Laser.
  • The x50 Black is not a bad unit but times have changed and technology has improved
  • Overall this unit isn't bad, but it is definitely getting up there in age
  • If the police in your area still used old fashioned radar, this unit works great
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Reviews around display (3.09 of 5)

  • I opted for the sexy blue display, but the red really works better.
  • I opted for the sexy blue display, but the red really works better
  • Display is nice and clear (as opposed to Cobra or others).
  • The display is as crisp as always and the included true hard-carry and padded zipper case is a nice upgrade from the plastic box
  • The display is as crisp as always and the included true hard-carry and padded zipper case is a nice upgrade from the plastic box
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Reviews around beep (2.03 of 5)

  • One stretch that I drive has literally a dozen of these signs scattered over about 60 miles and the constant beeping is very annoying
  • and my friend hated the constant beeping because of that.
  • Nothing really exceptional here other than, I paid a lot, for noisy beeping detector that wasn't intelligent enough to detect false signals
  • Of course, a lot of fake beeping on gas stations/ next to
  • I like that it has more obnoxious beeps for the kinds of bands that are definitely police
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Reviews around spot (1.69 of 5)

  • Every darn car with blind spot warning or back up warning will set off the device
  • The mount is kinda floppy and my plug isn't in an accessible spot, this makes the smart card useless.
  • The downside is that it doesn't do well with filtering false alerts in town or against blind spot monitoring systems that are coming on new cars
  • 14 NOV 2017Still going strong, but K-Band falsies from blind spot/adaptive cruise control bleedover have increased quite a bit in the last year or so
  • Some false alerts on newer blind spot detection systems (especially on new Acura, Buick and a handful of GMC models) but the alert rarely goes above 2 bars in that situation
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Reviews around laser (1.52 of 5)

  • But after buying two 8500 x50s and having both of them continually go into reset, recalibrate mode, give false LASER readings and having to send them back at additional expense for repairs, then having it happen again repeatedly, I am disappointed.
  • It was difficult to go more that 4 miles without a false laser alarm
  • The Beltronics was louder but also got more Laser false alarms when driving into sunlight off the windshield.
  • I would agree, as i use this one in my truck and mounted it in the overhead console (for that true discreet hidden look)...but regardless of my mounting location, the rear laser is pretty much useless due to the slope of the overhead liner and rear window
  • Calif HP has aimed LASER directly at me a number of times and I get zero response from this device
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Reviews around drive (1.51 of 5)

  • Since I pay more attentiont to what I deem safe driving conditions than the speed limit, the past and this current passport will probably save me thousands of dollars.
  • It's nice to have in case you're just driving along lost in the lull of the highway and don't realize you're going a little fast.
  • However, in a city this detector starts having some issues giving false alarms when driving by automatic doors even when in city mode.
  • Little blue light on the power cord is too bright which is annoying when driving at night.
  • It's nice to have in case you're just driving along lost in the lull of the highway and don't realize you're going a little fast.
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Reviews around reading (1.49 of 5)

  • Almost no false readings and picked up on just about every trap or cruiser - be it radar or laser
  • I wish it worked a little better but went a little cheaper on this one and has a a few false readings
  • I had to remove the X and K bands because it seems to be very sensitive and picked up a lot of false readings.
  • We haven't missed any cops or gotten any false readings on it
  • Works real good , very few false readings
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Reviews around signal (1.46 of 5)

  • This particular detector seems to give a lot of false signals...
  • A lot of false signals which I understand can be programmed and filtered out
  • Only had occasional false signals when in town which was expected
  • The detector screens out the false signals so when you get an alert it's really.
  • As a rule, the stronger the signal, the closer the radar
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Reviews around warning (1.38 of 5)

  • The reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that it tends to give a lot of false warnings for laser (only)
  • it does pick up SOME speed traps and cops but it also gives you false warnings
  • I think it worked as
  • I actually find myself driving slower as to really be more aware of the surroundings.
  • If you are too much of a cheap a $$ to buy a radar detector and you still speed you deserve the ticket
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Reviews around band (1.34 of 5)

  • ,City/Auto mode doesn't have any effect on false K band alerts in the city
  • Full K, Ka, and X bands, erratic alarms for the first 15 minutes of operation, which is pretty much my entire drive to work
  • every band is adjustable, you can turn it off if you don't need to detect it, the display is customizable... the effectiveness of this product is a 10/10
  • I think it worked as
  • I believe that you can disable X band to address this - but felt that I could manage without it
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Reviews around alarm (1.30 of 5)

  • This unit seems to have as many if not more false alarms as my old detector.
  • is I get a lot of "K" false alarms when driving through town
  • Occasional false alarms but the mute button makes it easy and quick to turn off.
  • I thought it would eliminate a lot of my false alarms, but it did not.
  • Do this and you will DRASTICALLY decrease false alarms.
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Reviews around speed trap (1.15 of 5)

  • I think it worked as
  • You'll also get early warning of speed traps and locations where police have been spotted.
  • it does pick up SOME speed traps and cops but it also gives you false warnings
  • It has other nice features like warnings for speed traps and red light cameras
  • I have this same Detector with the USB feature for downloading speed traps and camera locations
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Reviews around speed limit (1.15 of 5)

  • but if I accidentally go over the speed limit it can save you from getting a ticket and slow you down.
  • She is not a habitual speeder either but there are times when going over the speed limit is needed.
  • The app will also give you warnings if you are over speed limit.
  • I'll update this post once I'm able to give a better review on the performance as I have a 102 mile round trip for work M-F.Update - returning item.
  • so this has already helped me several times when going through those small towns where the speed limit
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Reviews around positive (1.00 of 5)

  • False positives can be annoying and the range isn't always solid.
  • The satisfaction I gain from these not-so-rare occurrences is concerning.5/10 for false positives
  • Lots of false positives, but I guess that comes with the territory.
  • The false positives can become a little annoying, but when it comes down to it, i'd rather have it tell me something's there when it's not than the contrary.
  • Sure, there are some false positives, but it is totally dependent on environment.
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More about Escort Passport 8500X50 Black Radar Detector, Red Display

  • Style:Radar Detector  |  Color:Red Display  |  Product Packaging:Standard Packaging Product Description Escort Red Radar Detector Map 309.95 From the Manufacturer Passport 8500 X50 The PASSPORT 8500 X50, or as we like to call it the "X50 Black", delivers a vicious 40% performance improvement
  • The improved model has a sophisticated new look and includes a fitted travel case and convenient SmartCord
  • The Passport 8500 X50's improved "V-Tuned" radar receiver provides extreme detection range on all police radar: conventional and "instant-on" radar, including the new POP mode radar threat, X-Band, and up to 50% more range than the original Passport 8500 on the all-important K and Ka bands
  • The advanced technology that allows for a wide detection range is called digital signal processing (DSP) which provides maximum range, with minimum false alarms.The Passport 8500 X50 also includes our proprietary Traffic Sensor Rejection (TSR) software to eliminate false alerts
  • Enhanced Radar Protection Our enhanced "V-Tuned" radar receiver provides extreme long range warning on all radar: conventional and "instant-on" including POP mode, X-band, K-band, and SuperWide Ka-band
  • Digital Signal Processing (DSP) provides maximum range, with minimum false alarms
  • Exclusive AutoSensitivity Mode ESCORT's patented AutoSensitivity mode intelligently identifies real threats from other radar sources
  • Plus, our exclusive Traffic Signal Rejection (TSR) software rejects interstate traffic sensors making it quiet to own and operate
  • High-Performance Laser Protection PASSPORT's multiple high-performance laser sensors provide maximum laser warning, with superior off-axis protection
  • For the ultimate in laser protection add the optional ZR4 Laser Shifter
  • Three-Levels of Brightness Control Choose between Dim, Medium, or Max brightness levels, or fully dark for discreet night driving
  • Three High-Resolution Meter Modes PASSPORT provides three types of meter displays: Standard Bar Graph, exclusive ExpertMeter, and our unique SpecDisplay
  • Ultra-Bright Matrix Display PASSPORT's matrix display uses 280 individual ultra-bright LEDs to provide crystal-clear information for alerts, signal strength and text for programming
  • Mute and AutoMute Patented Mute and AutoMute feature automatically reduces the volume level during an alert to eliminate annoyance from long radar encounters
  • New Advanced EZ-Programming PASSPORT comes ready to use out of the box
  • However, you can also instantly customize it for your unique driving preferences, including Power-On indication, Meter type, AutoMute, Brightness level, including full Dark Mode, Audio Tones, and selectable radar and laser bands
  • What's in the Box PASSPORT 8500 X50, ESCORT zippered travel case, quick-release windshield mount, coiled SmartCord, comprehensive owner's manual and quick reference card Key Features 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 Laser Sensor Diodes Display Type: 280 LED Matrix/Text, Bar Graph, ExpertMeter, SpecDisplay, Three-Level Dimming, plus Dark Mode Power Requirement: 12VDC, Negative Ground, Escort SmartCord Included Compact Size: 1.25 H x 2.85 W x 5.32 L (inches) Sensitivity Control: Highway, Auto and City Programmable Features: Power-On Indication, Power-On Sequence, Signal Strength Meter, AutoMute, Audio Tones, City Mode Sensitivity, Display Brightness, Dark Mode, Radar / Laser Bands Auto Calibration Circuitry Mute, AutoMute and SmartMute Travel case Windshield mount Smartcord See all Product description