Escort PASSPORT 8500ci Plus Installation Manual

C U S T O M - I N S T A L L E D
PASSPORT 8500ci Plus Comes Complete
Front Radar/Laser Receiver Interface
• Miniature weather-proof Radar/Laser • Central module connects to
Receiver switched 12-volt power and ground
• Universal mounting bracket with • All components plug directly into
stainless steel hardware Interface
• Built-in 16 ft.shielded cable with • 3M connector taps into existing
water proof connector vehicle wiring
• 12 nylon wire ties ("zip ties") to • Accepts standard 3.5mm mono
secure cable earphone
GPS Miniature Display Controller
• Weatherproof,magnetically mounted • Mounts easily to instrument pod,
GPS Antenna dashboard or console
• 30 ft.cable with modular connector • Optional hidden display included
• Interior windshield mounting • 3M connector taps into existing
bracket (optional accessory) vehicle wiring
USB Data Cable Documentation
• Provides access to software updates • Comprehensive Owner's Manual
via the Internet • Installation Manual
P R O T E C T I O N
Concealed LED Alert Display
• Indicator is solid green when unit is
powered and flashes red during an
alert
• 6 ft.cable with modular connector
• Bezel provided mounts easily to
instrument pod,dashboard,or
console
Built-in Diagnostics
• Confirms all components are
operational
Built-in Diagnostics
• Fully compatible with ESCORT Laser
Shifters and Bluetooth Kit (optional,
both sold separately)
Important Notes
 Read This First For the easiest trouble-free
installation,install the Interface first,
Please read both sides of these and wire it to a 12-volt switched circuit.
instructions before starting your
installation.
Important Installation Warnings specialists and many car dealers can
install your 8500ci Plus for you.
1 It is recommended that you have a
2 Attempting to install this product
professional install your new 8500ci
Plus.Installation of this system requires without expertise in automotive
experience and expertise in automotive electronics installation can cause
electronics.If you are unfamiliar with personal injury or damage to your
automotive electronics,car audio vehicle.
Performance Warning To get the best possible performance,
the mounting location of the radar/
laser receiver is critical.Although radar
signals will pass through some types of
Installation Instructions
While following the steps throughout 2 On vehicles with automatic
this manual,please refer to the transmissions,there is often a location
following recommendations for a
for mounting a clutch pedal.This is
professional,trouble free installation. typically an ideal location to drill.
•The best location for the radar 3 Before drilling,cover the surface
receiver is typically under the bumper being drilled with masking tape to
or inside the front grill of the vehicle. prevent damage to the anticorrosion
For the best radar performance,install coating in the event the drill bit slips.
the receiver horizontally,with a clear
4 Drill a 13/32"or 7/16"hole.• When
view of the road.
pulling the in-line grommet to the
• Entry points to the interior of the entry point,apply rubbing alcohol to a
vehicle may be located behind the section of the cable to reduce friction
plastic liner in the wheel well,fuse and quickly pull the grommet along
box,or unused grommets. the length.
•There are often many existing entry •The cables of units mounted at the
points at the rear of the vehicle as well,
rear of the vehicle can generally be
including gaskets behind license plates, routed through the trunk
around illumination lamps,and near
compartment and concealed under
trunk lid hinges.Taillight wiring gaskets trim panels quite easily.If necessary,
are often easily accessible and large the cables can also be routed under the
enough to accommodate cables. vehicle and through an opening in the
firewall.Be sure to secure cables away
• If there are no suitable openings,it from moving parts and hot surfaces.
will be necessary to drill a hole
through the firewall:
• A quality crimper for modular
connectors can be used to cut cables
1 Thoroughly investigate all locations
to length and replace the connector.
before drilling any holes.Ensure no Removing the connectors may also
wires,hoses,or other vehicle make it easier to enter the vehicle's
components will be damaged. interior through existing openings.
Then before installing the other
components,plug all of them into the
Interface and power up the unit to
confirm proper operation.
3 If your vehicle is damaged during
installation,its safety systems may be
compromised,which could cause
personal injury or property damage.
4 Improper installation may also void
PASSPORT's warranty.
plastic,laser signals will not.For this
reason,the receiver must have a clear
view of the road to work properly.
Important Notes:
• Only an exact replacement for the
standard connector can be used.Do
not attempt to cut the wires unless the
proper connector and crimping tools
are available.
• Connectors cannot be reused.
• Do not cut the cable too short.
Provide enough cable to route to the
interface and add a couple extra feet to
ease installation.
• Install the new connector such that
its locking tab is on the same side as
the color coded stripe on the cable.
• Do not attempt to cut the cable and
splice the wires together on the
vehicle's exterior.
• When drilling or cutting interior trim
panels (for instance,when installing
the concealed alert indicator),first
cover the surface of the panel with
masking tape to prevent accidental
scratches.
Warning:
Be sure to avoid all air bags.