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Controls & Features
Power-On Indication
When you turn PASSPORT S55 on, it will go through a
sequence of alerts. If any bands have been disabled, a
tone and corresponding display message will alert
you that one or more bands have been turned off.
After the startup sequence is complete, the display
will show Highway, Auto or Auto No X to indicate
which sensitivity mode is selected. If you prefer, you
may program your device for a faster power-on
sequence. See the Settings & Preference section for
details.
Volume
To adjust PASSPORT S55 to your preferred audio level
for alerts, simply press and hold the VOL button. The
audio will increase/decrease while it is depressed.
Once you reach the desired audio level, simply
release the button. PASSPORT S55 will retain this
setting in its memory, even if the system is turned off.
Mute
The MUTE button allows you to silence the audio
during an alert. Simply press the button during the
alert. Once the radar encounter has passed, the mute
will disengage, and the audio will return to your pre-
set level. You can also silence an alert by pressing the
SmartCord MUTE button.
AutoMute
Your PASSPORT S55 also includes ESCORT's patented
AutoMute feature. Once PASSPORT S55 alerts you to a
radar encounter at your selected volume level, it
automatically reduces the volume to a lower 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 the Settings &
Preferences section for details.
Display Brightness
PASSPORT S55 offers four options for display
brightness, as well as a Full Dark mode. Press the BRT
button to set a fixed brightness level: Dark, Minimum,
Medium, Maximum.
Dark
Dark mode
Minimum
Minimum brightness
Medium
Medium brightness
Maximum
Maximum brightness
Full Dark Mode
Your device also includes a Full Dark mode in which
the display will not provide any indication that it is on.
Only audible alerts and SmartCord alerts will notify
you of detected signals. See Settings & Preferences
for details on how to activate Full Dark mode.
Radar Sensitivity
The SEN button allows you to select your preferred
radar sensitivity: Highway, Auto or Auto No X. In
general, ESCORT recommends Auto for everyday
driving.
Highway
In this setting, PASSPORT S55 will detect all radar
signals on all bands at maximum range.
Auto
In this setting, PASSPORT S55 will continuously
analyze all incoming signals and intelligently adjust
the sensitivity circuits, providing long-range warning
with minimal false alarms.
Auto No X
Auto No X works the same as Auto mode; however, X
band is completely turned off.
WARNING: Do not use PASSPORT S55 in Auto No X unless
you are absolutely certain that there are no traffic radar
guns using X band in your area.
Alert Tones
PASSPORT S55 uses a Geiger counter-type sound to
indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal
being encountered. When you encounter radar, a
distinct audible alert will sound and will increase as
the signal gets stronger. This allows you to judge the
distance from the signal source without taking your
eyes off of the road. Each band has a distinct tone for
easy identification:
X band = beep tone
K band = brap tone
Ka band = double-brap tone
Laser = solid brap tone
Pop = solid brap tone
Since laser signals are a possible threat no matter how
weak, PASSPORT S55 alerts you to all laser signals
with a full laser alert.
See the Settings & Preferences section for details on
switching your alert tones.
Signal-Strength Meter
PASSPORT S55 offers thtee different settings for
displaying alerts:
Standard
The Standard option provides information on a
single radar signal. When PASSPORT S55 detects radar,
it displays the band of the radar (X, K or Ka) and a bar
graph of the signal's strength. When laser is detected,
the display will simply read "Laser." If there are
multiple signals present, PASSPORT S55 will
determine which one is the most important threat to
display
SpecDisplay
The SpecDisplay option is an advanced display for
experienced detector users. In this mode, it will
display the actual numeric radar frequency being
received. Even long-time detector users will require
some time to get familiar with this new level of
information about detected signals. To use PASSPORT
S55 in Spec meter mode, you must select it in
Preferences.
ExpertMeter
ESCORT's exclusive ExpertMeter option is also
designed for the advanced detector user. In this
mode, PASSPORT S55 simultaneously tracks up to
eight radar signals (two Ka-band, two K-band and
four X-band) and shows each signal along with a bar
graph of its strength. Expert meter mode can help
you spot a change in your normal driving
environment (e.g., a traffic radar unit being operated
in an area where there are normally other signals
present). To use PASSPORT S55 in Expert meter mode,
you must select it in Preferences..
ExpertMeter simultaneously tracks up to four radar
signals: Ka band, X band, K band and X band. It
shows each signal along with a bar graph of its
strength. ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in
your normal driving environment (e.g., a traffic radar
unit being operated in an area where there are
normally other signals present).
NOTE: PASSPORT S55's selectable bands feature allows
you to customize which bands are monitored. For details
on modifying your band detection, see the Settings &
Preferences section. For details on the various radar/laser
bands and how they work, see the Understanding Your
Detector section.
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ESCORT Live!
PASSPORT S55 is fully compatible with the ESCORT
Live smartphone application. For comprehensive
information on these options and all of ESCORT Live's
features and functions, visit EscortRadar.com.
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