Escort iX - Troubleshooting; Common Issues and Solutions

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Problem Explanation/Solution
Detector beeps briey at the same An X band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located
location every day, but no radar within range of your route. If you have AutoLearn
source is in sight. enabled, the factory default setting, then ESCORT
iX will store this signal after about 3 passes
and no longer alert to it.
Detector did not alert when a VASCAR (Visual Average Speed Computer and
police car was in view. Recorder), a stopwatch method of speed detection,
may be in use.
Ocer may not have radar or laser unit turned on.
Detector’s audible alerts become Detector is in AutoMute mode. See “AutoMute” in the
softer after the rst few alerts. Settings & Preferences section for details.
The power-on sequence reoccurs A loose power connection can cause ESCORT iX to be
while you are driving. briey disconnected and will retrigger the
power-on sequence. Check all connections.
You wish to restore the factory Press and hold the BRT and SEN buttons while
default settings. powering on the detector. A “Restored” message will
display, acknowledging the reset.
The device will not turn on. Check that vehicle ignition is on.
Check all connections.
The detector feels warm. It is normal for the device to feel warm.
The display is blank. ESCORT iX is in Dark mode. Press the BRT
button to adjust the brightness.
Troubleshooting