Escort Passport 8500 X50 Radar?laser Detector (Blue LED)

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 11 reviews
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• 10 stars

  One word, "WOW"

  by risdog on April 4, 2005

  Pros: Awesome distance, nice design, love the smart cord.

  Cons: None so far

  Summary: From the time I opened the box till now, all I have said is "WOW". This gadget has yet to stop impressing me. I had a 10 year old RadioShack ...

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  Summary: From the time I opened the box till now, all I have said is "WOW". This gadget has yet to stop impressing me. I had a 10 year old RadioShack radar detector that was finally at its end. I live in VA where radar detectors are illegal and the old on finally got me pulled by a RDD (Radar Detector Detector). I am used to a detector that only goes off once you can see the cop. The 8500 give you ample time to slow down, take it off the dash, turn it off and still have time to speed up before the cop ever comes in sight. I love this thing! $300 at Best Buy, saved me 3 times in the same day as I purchased it. WELL WORTH THE MONEY. What is the point is spending $200 on one that might not go off?

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  10 out of 11 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 8 stars

  Good product but, leaks "X-band"

  by on January 11, 2005

  Pros: Great range sound display and looks sleek. One of the top 3 radars out there. Good "value" for the money though.

  Cons: Leaks x-band. To test this, have a better detector in another car like a Valentine 1 and you will see that Valentine 1 will point this out to you and the direction of the offender.

  7 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 9 stars

  Outstanding Functionality

  by blue_MachI on June 2, 2005

  Pros: Finds them B4 They find U

  Cons: Can't make you invisible, doesnt report ememgency

  Summary: What's a Detector for? In my opinion to prevent the acquition of those wonderful traffic citations. If this thing can detect radar 2-1/2miles over that hudge hill or ...

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  Summary: What's a Detector for? In my opinion to prevent the acquition of those wonderful traffic citations. If this thing can detect radar 2-1/2miles over that hudge hill or around it, your in good shape. Programmable and updateable. Stay current and ahead of the GAME... I'm very happy with my investment, next step up is $1700. I paid $307.00 out the door - Best Buy has it

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  6 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 9 stars

  Awesome! Hasnt failed me yet!

  by rfitz89 on October 10, 2006

  Pros: Great detection range!

  Cons: none so far

  Summary: This is the first radar detector I have bought and it has performed time and time again. Its the same one my dad and cousin have and all three of ...

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  Summary: This is the first radar detector I have bought and it has performed time and time again. Its the same one my dad and cousin have and all three of us researched to find the best one. The only thing you need to know is keep it on highway as often as possible for maximum detection range. It tends to take a little longer in auto because its trying to filter out false signals. Also you have to turn pop detection on when you first buy it. And there is an option to turn the volume up from the program menu. For people like me who have the music up really loud. Over all its awesome and it hasnt failed me yet!

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  2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 9 stars

  best radar detector

  by on July 18, 2004

  Pros: great range sound display

  Cons: will over heat if left in window! I have had 3 overheat. but this is the best there is way better than v1.

  2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 10 stars

  AWESOME!!! Simply the best...

  by lempilot on January 6, 2006

  Pros: stylish, plenty of user functions, programmable, upgradeable

  Cons: I have not experienced any yet...

  Summary: Simply the best radar detector I have ever owned. It is in a class all by itself. It's user interface is simple and effective. The fact that it can ...

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  Summary: Simply the best radar detector I have ever owned. It is in a class all by itself. It's user interface is simple and effective. The fact that it can be upgraded in the future is a big bonus. Plus, I can program it. It offers all four types of radar protection, k, ka, x, and laser. If you have the money and want a radar detector this is one is for you.
  
  It has saved me from getting busted for speeding three time this week alone. My brother-in-law has one in each of his cars and they have never let him down. I highly recommend it.

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  1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 10 stars

  AMAZING!!!!

  by itzadeelio3 on July 26, 2008

  Pros: unbelievable range, smart cord is nice, nice display, easy to use

  Cons: Havent had any

  Summary: When i bought this from bestbuy i was like this looks good because i was taking a 5 hour drive. I was saved 3 times on my way from houston ...

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  Summary: When i bought this from bestbuy i was like this looks good because i was taking a 5 hour drive. I was saved 3 times on my way from houston to dallas. It gave me the beeps about a little over 1 mile till i saw the cop Enough time to slow down. Totally worth the $300. I would recomend it to anyone.

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• 1 stars

  Customer Service SUCKS!! bad earplug miniport

  by bubbleboy7 on June 10, 2008

  Pros: cordless, 360 degree detection

  Cons: Plug in a stereo headphone breaks the speaker according to customer service is rude on the phone.

  Summary: My second escort has failed and customer support was very short and snotty with me.
  Dont use a stereo plug because according to customer support it breaks the unit. Online
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  Summary: My second escort has failed and customer support was very short and snotty with me.
  Dont use a stereo plug because according to customer support it breaks the unit. Online live chat wasn't apologetic either. Very COLD customer support.
  Easy to go to Valentine now.

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• 5 stars

  Works great for the first year than the Laser Band starts deteriorating.

  by deadcandance on June 1, 2008

  Pros: Functions are great, Sleek, Reverse and forward pickup windows.

  Cons: After a year , the Laser Band starts going off around the 3000 RPM area.

  Summary: Every time my engine accelerates to or decelerates down to 3000 rpm, I get a false laser warning. As the rpm drops below 3000, the alarm goes away. I have ...

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  Summary: Every time my engine accelerates to or decelerates down to 3000 rpm, I get a false laser warning. As the rpm drops below 3000, the alarm goes away. I have a 2001 Maxima and the radar is about 15 months old. I have read over 6 other people have this exact problem on a site called fixya.com .

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• 10 stars

  You won't be disappointed!

  by shopper92 on July 31, 2007

  Pros: Great range, accurate, dependable.

  Cons: Can't come up with one

  Summary: I spend a lot of time on the road, so it's critical for me to have a radar detector that really works. The last thing I need is to ...

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  Summary: I spend a lot of time on the road, so it's critical for me to have a radar detector that really works. The last thing I need is to get pulled over when I'm 3 states away from home and can't possibly show up for court to argue my case. I'd much rather invest in a high-end product like the Escort Passport 8500 X50 and not have to worry.
  
  The best thing about this detector is its range. It pretty much gives 360-degree coverage and notifies you in plenty of time so you can slow down before the cop car even comes in sight. The unit is sensitive and responsive, but not to the point where I'm getting a lot of false positives.
  
  I think the X50 is a superb value and is definitely worth the money. If you're looking for a radar detector in this price range, you can't go wrong by buying this one. It's saved me from several tickets already and I can't imagine getting in a car without it!

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