Escort Redline Manual

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R A D A R L A S E R

Designed in the USAManufactured in Canada

ESCORT Inc.5440 West Chester RoadWest Chester OH 45069USA

800.433.3487www.EscortRadar.com

2011 ESCORT Inc. ESCORT, RedLine, TotalShield Technology, SmartCord, AutoMute, SmartMute,AutoMode, SpecDisplay, and ExpertMeter are trademarks of ESCORT Inc.SWS is a trademark of SWS, L.C.

Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.

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Congratulations

FCC NOTE: Modifications not expresslyapproved by the manufacturer could voidthe users FCC granted authority tooperate the equipment.

The ESCORT RedLineis the most advanced radar, laser and safetydetector ever designed by ESCORT. The ESCORT RedLine includes full X, K,SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning Systemradar capability, front and rear la serdetection, dual antennae with varactor-tuned (VTO) microwave receiver, digitalsignal processing (DSP) for superior rangeand reduced false alarms, our patented Muteand AutoMute, audible and visual band a lerts,and all the performance youd expect fromESCORT. In addition, the ESCORT RedLineintroduces the follow revolutionary

features: Dual antennae with varactor-tunedreceiver provides the longest rangepossible against all radar threats.

Exclusive TotalShield Technology forthe ultimate in undetectability.

Programmable Alert Lamp foradditional visual indication of alerts.

New high and low voltage warning isgiven any time the vehicles voltagegoes above 16.5 volts, or drops below10.5 volts.

Easy-to-use Preferences lets youcustomize up to 8 features.

Exclusive AutoMode logic whichintelligently reduces unwanted falsealarms, plus Highway and Auto NoXsettings.

Ultra-bright text-display provides easyto read information from any angle.

SpecDisplay provides actual numericradar frequency for any radar signal.

New Programmable Bands (on/off).

Detects and decodes up to 64 SafetyWarning System messages.

Includes new coiled SmartCord,which provides convenient mutebutton right on the plug.

If youve used a radar detector before, areview of the Quick Reference Guide onpages 4 and 5, and the Preferencesinformation on pages 12 and 13 will brieflyexplain the new features. If this is your first detector, please readthe manual in detail to get the most out of

your RedLines outstanding performanceand innovativefeatures.

Please drive safely.


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Table of Contents

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Quick Reference Card

ESCORT RedLineQuick Reference Card

* Factory Default Settings

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Press the RVW button to gofrom one category

to the next

PILOT(Power-on indication)

BRIGHTNESS

ALAMP(Alert Lamp)

POWER-ON SEQUENCE

SIGNAL STRENGTH METER

AUTOMUTE

VOICE

BANDS

Pilot HWY Pilot H Pilot H.> Pilot V

Brt Auto Brt Min Brt Med Brt Max

Brt Dark

Alamp ON Alamp OFF

PwrOn FST PwrOn STD

Meter STD Meter EXP Meter SPC

aMute ON aMute OFF

Voice ON Voice OFF

Bands DFT Bands MOD

X ONorOFF(default is on) K ONorOFF(default is on) Ka ONorOFF(default is on) POP ONorOFF(default is off) SWS ONorOFF(default is off) LSR ONorOFF(default is on) TSR ONorOFF(default is off)

Press the CHG button to change your setting within a category

* Full word: Highway or Auto or AutoNoX Letter: H or A or ANX Letter, with scanning dot Ve hicle voltage

* Automatic Minimum Medium Maximum Full dark

* Alert Lamp on Alert Lamp off

* Fast power-on sequenceStandard power-on sequence

* Standard signal strength meter ExpertMeter SpecDisplay

* AutoMute onAutoMute off

* Voices on Voices off

* Default settings One or more bands disabledTurn bands ON or OFF by pressing

and holding the SENS button

Quick Reference Guide

Installation

Power Connection

Mounting Location

Windshield Mount

Controls and Features

Power and Volume Control

Power-on Indication

Voice Alerts

AutoMute

Mute

Sensitivity

Brightness

Dark Mode

Audible Alerts

Power Connector

Signal Strength Meter

Exper tMeter

SpecDisplay


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Quick Reference Guide

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Radar Antennae and Laser LensThe rear panel of your RedLine shouhave a clear view of the road. For thebest performance, do not mount theRedLine directly behind windshield

wipers or tinted areas.Page 6

Alphanumeric DisplayRedLines display will show Highway

Auto, or Auto NoX as its power-onindication. If you prefer, you can choother power-on indications.

Pages 12-14 During an alert, the display willindicate radar band, and a precise bagraph of signal strength.

Page 10NOTE: In the Dark Mode the

display will not light during an aPage 9

To begin using your RedLine,just follow these simple steps

1 Plug the small end of the power cordinto the side jack of the detector, andplug the large end of the power cordinto your cars lighter socket.

2 Mount RedLine on your windshieldusing the supplied windshield Mount.

3 Press the PWR button,located on the left side of the controlpanel, to turn RedLine on.

4 Press and hold the VOLUME/MUTEbutton to adjust the volume level.

Please read the manual to fully underst andRedLines operation and features.

QuickMount SlotInsert RedLines adjustable Windshield

Mount into this slot.Page 7

QuickMount ButtonPress the release button and slide the

Windshield Mount into one of its fourlocking positions.

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PowerPress the PWR button to turn

RedLine on.

VolumePress and hold the VOLUME/MUTE button

to adjust the alert volume level.Page 8

AutoMuteRedLines patented AutoMute

automatically reduces the volume level ofthe audio alert after a brief period. If you

prefer, you can turn AutoMute off.

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Installation Windshield Mount

Power ConnectionTo apply power to the RedLine, plug thesmall end of the power cord, (telephone-type connector) into the modular jack onthe RedLines right side, and plug thelighter plug adapter into your vehicleslighter socket or accessory socket. Your RedLine operates on 12 volts DCnegative ground only. The lighter plugprovided is a standard size and will workin most vehicles. However, some vehiclesmay require the optional European sleeveto ensure a snug fit. If so, simply call ourservice department to order one. Thissleeve slides over the power cords lighterplug adapter. Of course, your l ightersocket must be clean and properlyconnected for proper operation.

NOTE: Depending on your vehicle,the lighter socket may either becontinuously on, or switched on andoff with your ignition.

Optional power cordsSee the Accessories section for details on

our optional coiled SmartCord or Direct-wire power cords.

Mounting Location WARNING: ESCORT cannotanticipate the many ways RedLine canbe mounted. It is important that youmount RedLine where it will notimpair your view nor present ahazard in case of an accident.

Where to mount RedLineFor optimum detection performance, werecommend the following:

Using the Windshield QuickMount,mount your RedLine level and highenough on your front windshield toprovide a clear view of the road from thefront and rear.

Mount RedLine away from windshield

wipers, other solid objects, and heavilytinted areas that might obstruct the radarantennae or laser lens.

Windshield MountRedLines QuickMount WindshieldBracket is designed for unobtrusive ahassle-free mounting.

1 Depress the adjustment button otop of the RedLine (by the word ESCand slide the QuickMount Bracket inslot until it is locked into the position

which best fits the angle of yourwindshield (there are four settingsavailable). For extremely horizontal oextremely sloped windshields, theQuickMount Bracket can be bent.

To ensure that the suction cupsadhere to the windshield firmly, be sto keep both your windshield and thsuction cups clean.


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PowerTo turn RedLine on or of f, press thePWR button located on the controlpanel. When you turn RedLine on, itprovides a quick audible tone to confirmits working. If you prefer, you may program yourRedLine for a longer power-on sequence.See the Preferences section for details.

VolumePress and hold the VOLUME/MUTE buttonlocated on the detector or the Mute buttonon SmartCord to adjust RedLines alertvolume level. The audio will ramp up anddown, accompanied by a bar-graph on thedisplay. Once youve reached yourpreferred audio level, simply release thebutton.

Power-on IndicationAfter RedLines start-up sequence iscomplete, the alphanumeric display willshow Highway, Auto, or Auto NoX toindicate which sensitivity mode is

selected. If you prefer, you can select alternatepower-on displays. See Preferences fordetails.

Voice AlertsRedLine provides digital voiceannouncements of radar and laser bandsdetected. If Safety Radar (SWS) is turnedon, a safety message will also be announced.See the Preferences section for details.

You can also select Auto NoX moThis is particular helpful when drivinurban areas where annoying X-bandintrusion alarms and door openers acommon. Auto NoX mode can be ento turn off X-band completely to elimthese alerts. Full sensitivity is maintaon all other bands.

See the Preferences section for d

BrightnessRedLines display brightness is contrby a photocell located behind the frodisplay lens. This photocell willautomatically adjust the display basethe ambient light in your vehicle. If yprefer, you can select a fixed brightnlevel, including Full Dark Mode.

See the Preferences section for d

Dark When RedLine is in Dark mode,display will not show visual alerts analert lamp will not flash when it detesignals. Only the audible alert tones w

tell you a signal has been detected.

AutoMuteRedLine has our patented AutoMutefeature. After you encounter an alert at the

volume you selected, the AutoMute featurewill automatically reduce the volume to alower level. This keeps you informed

without the annoyance of a continuous full-volume alert. If you prefer, you can turn the

AutoMute feature off. See Preferences fordetails.

MuteThe VOLUME/MUTE button, locatedcenter on the RedLines control panel ,allows you to silence the audio alertduring a radar encounter. To mute the audio for a single specificsignal, briefly press the VOLUME/MUTEButton on the detector or the Mute buttonlocated on the SmartCord. After thatencounter has passed, the audio willautomatically reset to your previouslyselected audio level.

Sensitivity ButtonThe SENS button selects RedLinessensitivity mode. We recommendHighway for the best overall performance.RedLines Auto mode provides long-range warning, but uses patented logic tominimize false alarms from automaticdoor openers etc. In th is mode, RedLinesinternal computer continuously analyzesall incoming signals and intelligentlyfilters them..


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Power ConnectorRedLines power jack uses a telephone-type connector. This 4-conductorconnector only works with the includedSmartCord or optional direct-wire or ourstandard power cord. For more information or to order, callus toll-free at 1-800 -433-3487.

Signal Strength MeterRedLines alphanumeric display consists of280 individual LEDs, to provide anintuitive ultra-bright display of signalstrength and text messages. RedLines standard bar-graph signalstrength meter only displays informationon a single radar signal. I f there aremultiple signals present, RedLinesinternal computer determines whichsignal is the most important threat toshow on the bar-graph meter. When RedLine detects radar, itdisplays the band (X, K, or Ka), and aprecise bar-graph of the signal strength.

When RedLine detects a laser signal, the

display will show LASER. When itdetects a POP signal, the display wi ll show

POP. NOTE: If you are operatingRedLine in the Dark mode, the displaywill not light when a signal isdetectedonly the audio and theflashing alert lamp on the SmartCord.

NOTE: If you use ExpertMetebrief signal shown in the power-osequence when you turn on yourRedLine will also be in ExpertMean X with a single vertical line.

A few more examples will help ybetter see how the ExpertMeter wor

K|X||'Here ExpertMeter shows 1 strong K-signal, and three X-band signals, twstrong and one weak.

KA| X'''Here ExpertMeter shows 1 strong Kasignal, and three weak X-band sign

XOn very weak signals, there will be vertical line. This shows a very wea

X-band signal.

ExpertMeter Details The band designators (X, K, Ka)stay on the display for a few seconds

the signal has passed. This al lows yosee what the unit detected, even on vbrief signals.

However, the vertical linesrepresenting individual signalscontinuously change (several times asecond) to give you a continuousinstantaneous view of all radar signapresent.

ExpertMeterRedLine s ExpertMeter option is anadvanced display for experienceddetector users. Please use RedLine for afew weeks to get familiar with its otherfeatures before using ExpertMeter. To use the ExpertMeter instead of thebar graph signal strength meter, you mustselect MeterExp in Preferences (seepages 14-16). RedLines ExpertMeter simultaneouslytracks up to 8 radar signal s. It providesdetailed information on up to (2) Ka-band,(2) K-band, and (4) X-band signals. ExpertMeter can help you spot achange in your normal drivingenvironment; for example, a traffic radarunit being operated in an area wherethere are normally other signals present. ExpertMeter is actually a miniaturespectrum analyzer. It shows what bandeach signal is on and its relative signalstrength.

KA||K||X||||

Above is the ExpertMeter display ifRedLine was detecting 2 strong Ka-band,2 strong K-band, and 4 strong X-bandsignals. As you can see, there are vertical linesafter each band designator. Each lineshows a signal being detected. The heightof each line shows the relative signalstrength of that signal.


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How To Use Preferences Overview of Preferences

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* Factory Default SettingsTo reset the RedLine to itsoriginal factory settings, pressand hold the VOLUME/MUTE,and SENS, buttons whileturning the power on. RedLinewill display a Resetmessage,accompanied by an audible alertacknowledging the reset.

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How to customize RedLinewith PreferencesThere are 8 user- selectable options soyou can customize your RedLine for yourown preferences. The buttons labeled

VOLUME/MUTE and SENS are also used toenter Preferences, REVIEW your currentprogram settings, and to CHANGE anysettings as desired. The words PGM, RVW,and CHG are located next to the buttons,and are highlighted in colored graphics.Pages 14-16 explain each option in moredetail.

How to use PreferencesTo enter Preferences, press and holdboth the VOLUME/MUTE and SENSbuttons down for 2 seconds.The unit willdisplay the wordPrefs.

Then press the RVW button to review thecurrent settings.Simply tap the button tochange from item to item.

Press the CHG button to change any

setting.You can either tap the button tochange from setting to setting, or hold thebutton to scroll through all the options.

To leave Preferences, simply wait 8seconds without pressing any button, orpress the PWR button ( ).The unit willdisplay Completereturn to normaloperation.

An exampleHere is how you would turn RedLinesAutoMute feature off.

1 Enter Preferences by holding both theVOLUME/MUTE and SENS buttons down for2 seconds. RedLine will beep display Prefs.

2 Then hold the RVW button down.RedLine will scroll through the categories,starting with Pilot, Brightness, Alert Lamp(Alamp), Power-on sequence (PwrOn),Signal strength meter (Meter), and then

AutoMute(aMute).

3 Release the RVW button when RedLineshows the AutoMute item. Since the factorysetting is for AutoMute to be on, RedLine willdisplayaMute ON.

If you accidentally dont release the RVWbutton in time, and RedLine goes to the nextcategory, simply hold the RVW button downagain and it will scroll through all of thecategories.

4 Press the CHG button to change fromaMute ONtoaMute OFF.

5 To complete or exit Preferences , simplywait 8 seconds without pressing any button,or press the PWR button ( ). RedLine willdisplayCompleteand return to normaloperation.

Press the RVW buttonto go fro m one category

to the next

PILOT LIGHT(Power-on indication)

BRIGHTNESS

ALAMP(Alert Lamp)

POWER-ON SEQUENCE

SIGNAL STRENGTH METER

AUTOMUTE

VOICE

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Details of Preferences Options

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Pilot (Power-on indication) NOTE: When you are using theDark mode, the display will only showESCORT, REDLINE momentarily.

PilotHWY(Full description)In this setting, RedLine will di splayHighway, Auto, or Auto NoX as itspower-on indication. (factory default)

Pilot H (Letter)In this setting, RedLine will di splay H forHighway, A for Auto and ANX for AutoNoX.

Pilot H.>(Scanning dot)In this setting, RedLine will di splay H forHighway, A for Auto and ANX for

Auto NoX with a scrolling dot afterwards.

Pilot V (Vehicle voltage)In this setting, the RedLine will continuallydisplay H for Highway, A for Auto, andANX for Auto NoX, plus the vehiclesvoltage.

NOTE: A high or low voltagewarning is given any time the vehiclesvoltage goes above 16.5 volts, or dropsbelow 10.5 volts. This feature is alwayson, regardless of the Pilot setting.

AlampAlamp On (Alert lamp on)In this setting, the Alert Lamp will flasand off during an alert.

AlampOFF (Alert lamp off)In this setting, the Alert Lamp will noton and off during an alert.

Power-on SequencePwrOnFST (Fast power-on)In this setting, RedLine will provide asingle X-band tone if the factory defasettings have not been changed.

If any of the factory default bandsettings have been disabled, a doubleband tone and corresponding messagX OFF), will alert you that one or mbands have been turned off. (factorydefault)

PwrOnSTD (Long)In this setting, each time you turn Reit will display ESCORT, REDLINELASER, Ka-band, K-band, X-ban

followed by a brief X-band alert. (factdefault)

If any of the factory default bandhave been disabled, a double X-bandand corresponding message (i.e. X O

will alert you that one or more bandsbeen turned off.

BrightnessBrtAuto(Factory default)In this setting, the brightness for the displayis controlled automatically by a sensor thatmeasures the ambient light in the vehicle.Sunlight will increase the brightness level,

while dim or no light (night driving) willdecrease the brightness.

BrtMinIn this setting, the display is set to aminimum light level. This setting is retainedin memory even if the power is turned off.

BrtMedIn this setting, the display is set to amedium light level. This setting is retainedin memory even if the power is turned off.

BrtMaxIn this setting, the display is set to amaximum light level. This setting is retainedin memory even if the power is turned off.

BrtDark

In this setting, the display will be totallydark. The supplied SmartPlug will providethe only visual indication that the RedLineis operational.


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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 bandwidthRadar Receiver / Detector Type Twin Antennae Superheterodyne, VTO Scanning Frequency Discriminator

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)Laser Detection Quantum Limited Video Receiver Multiple Laser Sensor DiodesDisplay Type 280 LED Alphanumeric Bar Graph, ExpertMeter or SpecDisp 4 Levels of Brightness Control, Plus

Dark Mode

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SpecificationsDetails of Preference Options

AutoMuteaMute ON (AutoMute on)In this setting, the RedLines audio alerts

will initially be heard at the volume youset, but after a few seconds, the RedLine

will automatically reduce the volume level,to keep you informed, but not annoyed.(factory default)

aMuteOFF(AutoMute off)With AutoMute off, RedLineS audio alerts

will remain at the volume you set for theduration of the radar encounter.VoiceVoiceON (Voice announcements on)In this setting, all radar, laser, and SWSmessages (if programmed) will beannounced using a digital voice. (factorydefault)

VoiceOFF (Voice announcements off)In this setting, only the distinct audio tone

will be heard when a radar, Laser, or SWSmessage is detected.

BandsBandsDFTIn this setting, the factory default settingsfor radar and laser are monitored. This is the factory setting, and it ishighly recommended that you use yourRedLine in this mode.

BandsMODIn this setting, RedLine will warn you withan audible alert, and associated textmessage stating which band has changedfrom the original factory setting (i.e. SWSON). This warning is displayed duringthe start up sequence (standard or fast).

WARNING: Do not turn off aband unless you are absolutelycertain that there are no trafficradar units using that specific bandin your area.

NOTE: These settings only applywhen RedLine is operated in AutoNoX mode. X-band sensitivity is not

affected when used in Auto, orHighway modes.


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Interpreting Alerts

Although RedLine has a comprehensivewarning system and this handbookis as complete as we can make it, onlyexperience will teach you what toexpect from your RedLine and how tointerpret what it tells you. The specifictype of radar being used, the type of

transmission (continuous or instant-on)and the location of the radar source affectsthe radar aler ts you receive. The following examples will give youan introduction to understandingRedLines warning system for radar, laserand safety alerts.

Explanation

You are approaching a continuous radar

source aimed in your direction.

An instant-on radar source is being usedahead of you and out of your view.

An instant-on radar source or laser source isbeing used nearby. This kind of alertrequires immediate attention!

Laser is being used in the a rea. Because laseris inherently difficult to detect, any laseralert may indicate a source very close by.

A moving patrol car with continuous radar isovertaking you from behind. Because thesesignals are reflected (reflections areincreased by large objects), they may or maynot eventually melt into a solid point even

when the patrol car is directly behind you.

You are approaching a radar unit concealedby a hill or an obstructed curve.

Alert

RedLine begins to sound slowly, then the

rate of alert increases. The Signal Meterramps accordingly.

RedLine emits short alerts for a few secondsand then falls silent only to briefly alert andfall silent again.

RedLine suddenly sounds a continuous tonefor the appropriate band received. Allsegments in the Signal Strength Meter aredisplayed.

A brief laser alert.

RedLine receives weak signals. These signalsmay be a little stronger as you pass large,roadside objects. The signals increase infrequency.

RedLine alerts slowly for awhile and thenabruptly jumps to a strong alert.

Alert

RedLine alerts intermittently. Rate andstrength of alerts may be consistent or

wildly.

RedLine alerts intermittently. Rate andstrength of signal increases with each

RedLine gives an X-band alert intermit


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Radar POP Laser

How Radar WorksTraffic radar, which consists ofmicrowaves, travels in straight linesand is easily reflected by objects such ascars, trucks, even guardrails andoverpasses. Radar works by directing itsmicrowave beam down the road. As your

vehicle travels into range, the microwavebeam bounces off your car, and the radarantenna looks for the reflections. Usingthe Doppler Principle, the radar

equipment then calculates your speed bycomparing the frequency of the reflectionof your car to the original frequency of thebeam sent out. Traffic radar has limitations, the mostsignificant of these being that it typicallycan monitor only one target at a time. Ifthere is more than one vehicle withinrange, it is up to the radar operator todecide which target is producing thestrongest reflection. Since the strengthof the reflection is affected by both thesize of the vehicle and its proximity to theantenna, it is difficult for the radar

operator to determine if the signal is froma sports car nearby or a semi-truck severalhundred feet away. Radar range also depends on thepower of the radar equipment itself. Thestrength of the radar units beamdiminishes with distance. The farther theradar has to travel, the less energy it hasfor speed detection.

Because intrusion alarms and motionsensors often operate on the samefrequency as X-Band radar, your RedLine

will occasionally receive non-police radarsignals. Since these X-Band transmittersare usually contained inside of a building,or aimed toward the ground, they willgenerally produce much weaker readingsthan will a tr ue radar encounter. As youbecome familiar with the sources of thesepseudo alarms in your daily driving, they

will serve as confirmation that yourRedLines radar detection abilities are fullyoperational.

How POP WorksPOP mode is a relatively new feature forradar manufacturers. It works bytransmitting an extremely short burst(approximately half a second) within theallocated band, to identify speeding

vehicles in traffic. Once the target isidentified, or POPPED, the gun is thenturned to its normal operating mode toprovide a vehicle tracking history,

(required by law).

How Laser (Lidar) WorksLaser speed detection is actually LID(Light Detection and Ranging). LIDAguns project a beam of invisible infralight. The signal is a series of very shinfrared light energy pulses, which min a straight line, reflecting off your cand returning to the gun. LIDAR usethese light pulses to measure the disto a vehicle. Speed is then calculatedmeasuring how quickly these pulses

reflected given the known speed of lLIDAR (or laser) is a newer

technology and is not as widespreadconventional radar, therefore, you mencounter laser on a daily basis. Andunlike radar detection, laser detectionot prone to false alarms. Because LItransmits a much narrower beam thadoes radar, it is much more accurate ability to distinguish between targetis also more difficult to detect.AS ARESULT, EVEN THE BRIEFEST LA

ALERT SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIO

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TSR

SWS Text Messages Highway Construction or Mainten1 Work Zone Ahead2 Road Closed Ahead/Follow De3 Bridge Closed Ahead/Follow 4 Highway Work Crews Ahead5 Utility Work Crews Ahead6 All Traffic Follow Detour Ah7 All Trucks Follow Detour Ahe8 All Traffic Exit Ahead9 Right Lane Closed Ahead

10 Center Lane Closed Ahead11 Left Lane Closed Ahead12 For future use Highway Hazard Zone Advisory13 Stationary Police Vehicle A14 Train Approaching/At Crossi15 Low Overpass Ahead16 Drawbridge Up17 Observe Drawbridge Weight L18 Rock Slide Area Ahead19 School Zone Ahead20 Road Narrows Ahead21 Sharp Curve Ahead22 Pedestrian Crossing Ahead

23 Deer/Moose Crossing24 Blind/Deaf Child Area25 Steep Grade Ahead/Truck Use 26 Accident Ahead27 Poor Road Surface Ahead28 School Bus Loading/Unloadin29 No Passing Zone30 Dangerous Intersection Ahea31 Stationary Emergency Vehicl32 For future use

TSR Signal Ranking SoftwareYour radar detector includes a newoptional boost in anti-falsing software toeliminate excessive alerts from erroneous

X and K-band sources. One example ofthis is traffic flow monitoring systems.These systems, which are becoming morewidely used in several countries, generateK-band signals to measure the flow oftraffic on a given road. Unfortunately mostdetectors see this as a real threat and will

alert you to it unnecessarily. Our newproprietary software (TSR), intelligentlysorts, ranks and rejects this type of falsealarm automatically. The result is ultimateprotection without excessive false a larms. The TSR software is set up as anoption and can be activated through theProgramming section. We suggest youturn TSR on if you are experiencingextreme false alerts in your area. If not,your detector is ready to start protectingyou right out of the box. If you have any questions about thisnew feature, please give us a call or visit

our website for more details

SWS

How SWS WorksSafety Warning System, or SWS, uses amodified K-band radar signal. The SWSsafety radar system has 64 possiblemessages (60 currently allocated). TheSWS messages your RedLine can displayare listed on the facing page. From the factory, your RedLine isprogrammed with SWS decoding ON. IfSWS is used in your area, your RedLine

will display the safety messages

associated with the signal. If you do notwish to detect this system, use thePreferences feature to turn RedLines SWSdecoding OFF. NOTE: Some of the safetymessages have been condensed, sothat each message can be displayedon one or two screens on RedLineseight-character display.

Since Safety radar technology isrelatively new, and the number oftransmitters in operation is not yet

widespread, you will not receive Safetysignals on a daily basis. Do not be

surprised if you encounter emergencyvehicles, road hazards and railroadcrossings that are unequipped with thesetransmitters. As Safety transmittersbecome more prevalent (the number ofoperating transmitters is growing everyday), these Safety radar signals willbecome more common.

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Troubleshooting

Problem

RedLine beeps briefly at the samelocation every day, but no radarsource is in sight.

RedLine does not seem sensitive toradar or laser.

RedLine did not alert when a policecar was in v iew.

RedLine did not provide a SafetySignal while within range of anemergency vehicle.

RedLines display is not working.

RedLines audible alerts are lessloud after the first few alerts.

RedLine bounces or sags onwindshield.

RedLines power-on sequencereoccurs while you are driving.

Solution

An X-band motion sensor or intrusion ala rm is locatedwithin range of your route. With time, you will learnpredictable patterns of these signals.

Make sure that windshield wipers do not block RedLi nesradar antennae and that the laser lens is not behind tintedareas. Determine if your vehicle has an Inst aclear,ElectriClearor solar reflective windshield which may

deflect radar or laser signals. RedLine may be in City Mode.

VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder),a stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use. Officer may not have radar or laser un it turned on.

Safety transmitters may not be commonly used i n yourarea.

Change Preferences to deactivate Dark Mode.

RedLine is in AutoMute Mode. See page 8 for details.

RedLine is not making contact with the windshield toprovide stability. While holding down RedLi nesQuickMount button, slide RedLine further back toward the

windshield so that the back top edge makes firm contact.

A loose power connection or dirty l ighter socket cancause RedLine to be briefly disconnected.

Problem

Your 14-year old son has changed all8 of the Preferences options.

RedLine will not turn on.

RedLine feels very warm.

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Explanation of Displays

No display RedLine is in the Dark

PilotHWY One of the many Pref

WorkZone One of the many Safe

Caution RedLine has detectedenough to decode the

Service RedLine has failed the

Required

Service


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Service ProcedureIf your RedLine ever needs service,please follow these simple steps:

1 Check the troubleshooting section ofthis manual. It may have a solution to yourproblem.

2 Call us at 1-800-543-1608. We may beable to solve your problem over the phone.If the problem requires that you send your

RedLine to the factory for repair, we willprovide you with a Serv ice Order Number,which must be included on the outside ofyour shipping box.

Enclose the following informationwith your RedLine: Your Service Order Number Your name and return address Your daytime telephone number A description of the problem you are

experiencing

Out Of Warranty RepairsFor out of warranty repairs, includeprepayment in the amount you werequoted by the ESCORT Customer ServiceRepresentative. If the detector has beendamaged, abused or modified, the repaircost will be calculated on a parts and laborbasis. If it exceeds the basic repair charge,

you will be contacted with a quotation. Ifthe additional payment is not received

within 30 days (or if you notify us that you

choose not to have your RedLine repairedat the price quoted), your RedLine will bereturned, without repair. Payment can bemade by check, money order, or creditcard.

Mail RedLine and Power Cord To:

ESCORTCustomer Service DepartmentService Order Number _________5440 West Chester RoadWest Chester OH 45069

For your own protection, we recommendthat you ship your RedLine postpaid andinsured. Insist on a proof of delivery, andkeep the receipt until the return of yourRedLine.

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AccessoriesThe following accessories and replaceparts are available for ESCORT RedLin

Coiled SmartCord ............... ............. $

Direct-wire SmartCord ................. .$

Standard Coiled Power Cord ...... $

Direct-wire Power Cord ............... .$

Detector Accessory Kit ................. .$

SuperCup Windshield Mount ...... $

Windshield Suction Cups Mount ..

Zippered Travel Case ................. .... $

ESCORT Extended Service PlESCORT offers an optional extendedservice plan. Contact ESCORT for de

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