Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector

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Pros

  • Clear alert (74)
  • Good sensitivity (68)
  • Neat features or extras (65)
  • Easy to mount (63)
  • Versatile (49)
  • Durable (47)
  • Great sound quality (2)
  • Alerts way ahead (1)
  • Attractive design (1)
  • Auto sensitivity feature (1)
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Cons

  • Gives false reads (5)
  • Inaccurate (5)
  • Pricey (4)
  • Audio alerts changed (1)
  • Doesnt come with usbcd (1)
  • Expensive - but worth it (1)
  • Late signal at times (1)
  • Mounting flimsy (1)
  • Not durable (1)

Best Uses

  • Highway driving (70)
  • Urban navigation (54)
  • Rural navigation (39)
  • Larger cars (29)
  • Small cars (24)
  • All vehicles (1)
  • Any driving (1)
  • Excessive speeding (1)
  • Familiar routes (1)
  • Highway and in town (1)
 
 
 

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The Passport 9500i is the most intelligent radar/laser detector in the world!

New for 2007, the Escort 9500i delivers extreme long-range warnings on all radar bands including X, K, Ka, Ku and instant-on POP modes. Multiple front and rear laser sensors provide 360-degree laser protection, including the widest field of view. The Passport 9500i's GPS-powered intelligence provides permanent relief from false alarms including automatic door openers, motion sensors, and other radar based sensors. The new Mark Location feature also allows the user to store known speed traps, safety camera locations (red light cameras and photo radar), and other places of interest.

  • GPS intelligence - press mute button twice to lock out false alerts like automatic door openers or motion sensors.
  • GPS intelligence also allows you to mark known speed trap locations so that you get an alert the next time you drive by.
  • Instant-On POP mode gives you the best chance to reduce your speed if necessary.
  • X, K, Ka, Ku and Laser Operating Bands for full radar coverage.
  • Complete immunity to VG-2 radar gun means law enforcement won't know you are using a radar detector.
  • Voice Alerts tell you there is a threat, so that you don't have to actually look at the detector.
  • More Product Features:

    TrueLock™ Signal Rejection permanently eliminates false alerts by location and frequency.

    The PASSPORT 9500i puts an end to false alarms. Its new GPS-powered TrueLock™ feature allows you to simply press the mute button a couple of times and never hear a radar-based automatic door opener or motion sensor again. Our patented design captures the location coordinates and the exact frequency of the signal and stores them in memory. Once stored, TrueLock™ will reject these signals, but it's intelligent enough to warn you of a new or different signal in that same location. That's right, no more false alarms!

    Variable Speed Sensitivity provides real-time radar protection based on vehicle speed.

    The PASSPORT 9500i can automatically vary its sensitivity based on the speed of your vehicle. At interstate speeds, all radar bands are operating at full sensitivity, providing the best possible performance. At really slow speeds, like parking lots and stop lights, the sensitivity is turned down to almost zero. No more irritating alerts when you are going below the posted speed. The result is real-time, on-demand radar protection.

    SpeedAlert™ provides vehicle speed during each alert.

    The PASSPORT 9500i provides all the information you need to make an intelligent decision during each and every alert. The radar or laser band, signal strength, and now your vehicle speed are displayed during an alert to help you make the best possible decision.

    Mark Location stores speed traps and other locations in memory.

    Speed traps and camera locations are everywhere. It's a stretch of highway where they always sit, or it's a back road that quickly changes from 45 mph to 25 mph within a few hundred feet. You don't always remember, but now your PASSPORT 9500i will. The PASSPORT 9500i's "Mark Location" feature allows you to quickly store a specific location in memory. Simply tap the "Mark" button a couple of times and the 9500i will store this location in memory. The next time you approach this area, the PASSPORT 9500i will provide an alert well in advance to remind you of the potential danger. This specific location reminder could keep you from being ambushed by instant-on radar or laser the next time you approach.

    AutoVolume automatically adjusts the alert volume based on ambient noise.

    The PASSPORT 9500i will adjust the alert volume level based on the ambient noise in the vehicle. Using a miniature microphone, the 9500i monitors ambient noise and will increase the volume level automatically to ensure you take notice even with loud music, passenger conversations, or excessive wind noise. Now each alert will be heard so you can react if needed.

    Crystal-Clear Voice Alerts provide users with a real voice alert option.

    The PASSPORT 9500i uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to indicate the signal strength and unique audible tones to identify each alert by band. Or, choose the PASSPORT 9500i's new Voice Alert option for crystal clear communication of alerts and user controls.

    Programmable Features:

    • Power-On Indication
    • AutoVolume (On/Off)
    • AutoMute (On/Off)
    • Power-On Sequence
    • Signal Strength Meter
    • SpeedAlert (On/Off)
    • Units (English/Metric)
    • Voice (On/Off)
    • 5 Levels of Brightness Control
    • Dark Mode
    • Radar/Laser Bands

    Display Type

    • 280 LED Matrix/Text
    • SpeedAlert
    • Bar Graph
    • ExpertMeter
    • SpecDisplay

    Power Requirement

    • 12VDC, Negative Ground
    • Escort SmartCord 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
    • Ku-band 13.400 GHz ± 25 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


    Tests:

    Radar Roy's Tests

    Without question, the detector of the future has arrived with the new Escort 9500i. Our tests show this innovative unit sets a new standard for functionality, usability and upgradeability. It has earned its place as my number one pick for 2007.

    Information About ESCORT

    ESCORT created the high-performance radar detector market in 1978, and has been issued more patents in the radar detector field than all other manufacturers combined. ESCORT manufactures test-winning detectors under the PASSPORT, SOLO and Beltronics brands. ESCORT Inc. is headquartered in West Chester, Ohio with its principal manufacturing facility located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

    Specification Description
    Model 0109500-1, 737795095002, 737795095026, 9500I-RED
    UPC 737795095002
    Boy Girl Boys,Girls
    Brand Escort
    Country Of Origin United States
    Dimensions (in) 5.35L x 2.9W x 1.4H
    Features POP Radar Detection
    Product Details Our latest invention, the all-new PASSPORT 9500i, has revolutionized the radar detector category again. Its blistering performance is derived from the "World's Best" PASSPORT 8500 X50, which means it delivers the best protection possible against all speed measuring devices. We added advanced GPS-powered intelligence, which makes the PASSPORT 9500i the best performing, quietest and most user-friendly radar detector ever designed. Additional features include: 360-degree radar and laser detection Blistering All-Band Protection Variable-Speed Radar Performance GPS-Powered Truelock Filter Mark Locations Features Speed Alert Crystal-Clear Voice Alerts Intelligent Volume Control User-Selectable Preferences Mute, AutoMute & SmartMute High resolution display 5 Levels of Brightness Control Built-in Earphone Jack Safety Warning System Two-Year Extended Service Plan available Completely immune to the VG-2 "detector-detector" Comes Fully Equipped.
    Product Details Our latest invention, the all-new PASSPORT 9500i, has revolutionized the radar detector category again. Its blistering performance is derived from the "World's Best" PASSPORT 8500 X50, which means it delivers the best protection possible against all speed measuring devices. We added advanced GPS-powered intelligence, which makes the PASSPORT 9500i the best performing, quietest and most user-friendly radar detector ever designed. Additional features include: 360-degree radar and laser detection; Blistering All-Band Protection; Variable-Speed Radar Performance; GPS-Powered Truelock Filter; Mark Locations Features; Speed Alert; Crystal-Clear Voice Alerts; Intelligent Volume Control; User-Selectable Preferences; Mute, AutoMute & SmartMute; High resolution display; 5 Levels of Brightness Control; Built-in Earphone Jack; Safety Warning System; Two-Year Extended Service Plan available; Completely immune to the VG-2 "detector-detector"; and Comes Fully Equipped.
    TRU Age Filter Big Kids
    Type Corded Radar Detectors

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    Last update: Nov 13, 2009

    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Reviews

     
     
     

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    [3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

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    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

     
    ★★★★★
    5.0
    Best Radar Detector Currenlty on the Market!

    "I previously owened a Escort Passport X50 Blue and it was a great detector. But if you are looking for nothing but the best dectector on the market, this is it. I was blown away at how quiet this detector really is. False alarms can be cleaned up in local areas (ex: your commute to and fro work...you get a false alarm, just simply hit the mute button three times and the 9500i stores that false alarm and you neve..." Read Full Review »

    Jan 03, 2008 by gtiguyry

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    ★★★☆☆
    3.0
    Advanced, But Some Bugs Remain

    "This is a very advanced product, and still early stage. The windshield bracket holder inside is very weak, and detector is very large, so it tends to slide off the bracket and end up in your lap or on the dash. The GPS is great, the marking of speed traps is great. But, you may find the 9500i a little late to the party in detecting real K and Ka band threats. Also, it ramps from a single bar to maximum alert w..." Read Full Review »

    Jul 08, 2007 by Smitty

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    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Review

    Best Radar Detector Currenlty on the Market!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "I previously owened a Escort Passport X50 Blue and it was a great detector. But if you are looking for nothing but the best dectector on the market, this is it. I was blown away at how quiet this detector really is. False alarms can be cleaned up in local areas (ex: your commute to and fro work...yo …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Jan 3 2008
    gtiguyry
    Syracuse, NY
     

    [1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Review

    Best detector ever (with one drawback)

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Blue LED's are sweet
    • Clear Alert
    • Displays speed accurately
    • Durable
    • Easy To Mount
    • More »

      Cons

    • Audio alerts changed
    • USB port not used yet

      Best Uses

    • City Driving
    • Highway Driving
    • Rural Driving
     

    "I wont start a comparison against the Valentine 1, as that's like comparing a Mac to a PC and if you like Mac's then there's no changing your religion in a review.Comparing it to other Escorts which you've likely owned if you're dropping [$]on this one, I will say this: it's an 8500 X50 with a GPS c …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    May 21 2008
    eclypse
    USA
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    • Auto Professional
    • Commuter
    • Gearhead
    • Performance shop owner
    • Practical
    • Tuner
     

    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Review

    Impressive

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Clear Alert
    • Durable
    • Easy To Mount
    • Good Sensitivity
    • Laser detection excels
    • More »

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • City Driving
    • Highway Driving
    • Larger Cars
    • Rural Driving
    • Small Cars
     

    "What I like the most is the voice alert for Laser. The Laser voice is extra loud and urgent. I have a friend who purchased the Valentine unit. While traveling next to a certain corporate building, the Valentine unit, gives a false alert. Rarely do pick up stray bands but the indicator light(s) do no …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 1 2007
    All Purpose Man
    Lake Bluff, IL
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    [4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Review

    one of the best i've owned

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "i waited till i drove a long distance trip before i wrote a review bought this RDD about 3 weeks ago updated it the day i bought it ( I live 15 min from escort HQ) its a free update so i recommend getting it ASAP the ramp up problem is much better not on par with the X50 but a 1000% improvment now t …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Nov 20 2007
    allothernamestaken
    florence, ky
     

    [4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

    Escort Passport 9500i Radar Detector Review

    very accurate- no false alarms

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "I had to drive from St Louis to LA and back. Before I left, I went to Best Buy and bought the 9500i. I just went through the literature briefly on my way out of town. Knowing the basics, I had it pretty much figured out. The 9500i alerted me every time there was a cop shooting radar. Going through t …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dec 26 2007
    uskickbox
    St. Louis, MO
     
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