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Congratulations
SOLO S4 Features
The SOLO S4 introduces a new level of
revolutionary cordless performance
and innovative features:
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Long-range cordless
performance for both
radar and laser
Your new
•
AutoPower feature maximizes
SOLO S4 is
battery life
the most advanced cordless radar, laser and
safety detector available.
•
Brilliant high-resolution OLED
display
The SOLO S4 includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka,
and Safety Warning System radar capability,
front and rear laser detection, digital signal
•
Advanced EZ-Programming lets you
customize up to 9 features
processing (DSP) for superior range and
reduced false alarms, our patented Mute and
•
Exclusive AutoSensitivity mode
AutoMute, audible and visual band alerts,
and all the performance you'd expect from
virtually eliminates false alarms, plus
Highway and City settings
ESCORT.
Go to EscortRadar.com/manuals for full
•
ExpertMeter tracks and displays up to
featured owner's manual.
8 radar signals simultaneously
Please drive safely.
•
Detects and displays up to 64 Safety
Warning System messages
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Installation
Windshield Mount
1 Depress the adjustment button on the top
SOLO S4's EasyMount windshield bracket is
of SOLO S4 (above the word "RELEASE") and
designed for unobtrusive and hassle-free
slide the EasyMount bracket into the slot
mounting.
until mount is locked into the position which
best fits the angle of your windshield (there
SOLO S4 Mounting Location
are four settings available). For extremely
WARNING: ESCORT cannot anticipate the
horizontal or extremely sloped windshields,
many ways SOLO S4 can be mounted. It is
the EasyMount bracket can be bent.
important that you mount SOLO S4 where it
will not impair your view nor present a
hazard in case of an accident.
For optimum detection performance, we
recommend the following:
To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the
• Using the supplied Windshield Mount, stick
the suction cups to the windshield, and
windshield firmly, be sure to keep both your
mount your SOLO S4 level and high enough
windshield and the suction cups clean.
on your front windshield to provide a clear
2 To adjust SOLO S4 on your windshield, use
view of the road ahead.
the EasyMount adjustment button located
on the top of the SOLO S4, and slide SOLO S4
forward or backward to obtain a level
horizontal position.
When installed and adjusted properly, the
back top edge of the SOLO S4 should rest
solidly against your windshield.
• Mount SOLO S4 away from windshield
User's Tip: You can leave the EasyMount
wipers, other solid objects, and heavily
bracket in place on your windshield, and
tinted areas that might obstruct the radar
easily remove SOLO S4 by pressing the
antenna or laser lens.
adjustment button and sliding SOLO S4 off
the mount. Again, be sure to position the
bracket where it won't present a hazard in
the event of an accident. Additional mounts
are available at EscortRadar.com.
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Controls & Features
Battery Installation
EasyMount Slot
Remove the battery door, located on the
Insert SOLO S4's adjustable Windshield
bottom of the detector, and install (2) AA
mount into this slot.
batteries (supplied). Be sure to note the
correct polarity for each battery
EasyRelease Button
(See legends inside battery compartment).
Press the release button, and slide the
Windshield mount into one of its four locking
Rear Laser Port
Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle.
Power-On Indication
Three LED's (green, yellow, red) mounted
between the PWR button and the display,
Optional
12-volt SmartCord
indicate power (blinking in battery mode,
To power SOLO S4 using 12-volts, simply
solid when optional 12-volt power cord is
remove the power connector plug, and
used). These also indicate the sensitivity
insert the small end of the optional
mode that the unit is in,( "H" for highway, "A"
SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into
for AutoSensitivity, and "C" for city).
the modular jack on SOLO S4's right side.
Plug the lighter plug adapter into your
vehicle's lighter socket or accessory socket.
Press the PWR button to turn SOLO S4 on.
Press and hold the PWR button to turn SOLO
The SmartCord allows you to operate the
SOLO S4 on 12 volts DC negative ground only.
The lighter plug is a standard size and will
AutoPwr Feature
work in most vehicles. Of course,
The SOLO S4 will automatically shut off
your lighter socket must be clean
once the vehicle has
and properly connected for proper
stopped moving for
operation.
approximately
NOTE: Depending on your vehicle the power
socket may either be continuously on, or it may
be switched on and off with your ignition switch.
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12-volt Power Jack
Radar Antenna and Laser Lens
The rear panel of your SOLO S4 should have a
For 12-volt operation, plug the optional
clear view of the road ahead. For best
SmartCord into this connector.
performance, do not mount SOLO S4
directly behind windshield wipers
Mute / Battery Status Button
or tinted areas.
Briefly press this button (located on top) to
silence the audio for a specific alert.
positions.
Ear Phone Jack
A standard 1/8 inch (or 3.5 mm) earphone
jack is located on the right front side of the
SOLO S4.
SEN Button
Switches sensitivity between Highway,
AutoSensitivity, and City settings. In general,
we recommend the AutoSensitivity mode.
Volume Control
Press the up or down button to adjust the
volume.
PWR
Graphic OLED Display
EZ-Programming
During an alert, the display will turn on and
SOLO S4 is ready to go, just plug it in and
indicate radar band, and a precise bar-graph
turn it on. If you prefer, you can also easily
S4 off.
of signal strength. Programming options and
customize up to 9 features for your specific
SWS messages are also displayed.
driving preferences.
NOTE: When using SOLO S4 in battery mode,
AutoMute
the display will turn off automatically until a
SOLO S4's patented AutoMute automatically
signal is detected, or you enter program mode.
reduces the volume level of the audio alert
This maximizes battery life. When using the
after a brief period.
optional 12-volt SmartCord, the display will
25 minutes.
If you prefer, you can turn AutoMute off.
remain on and provide several pilot options for
power-on indication.
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