I was under the impression that the black model was the international one.also im sure you don't have hold the two buttons on the top when turnning on the unit just to get it in to programming mode. turn it on then hold the two buttons if it goes out of program mode just hold the two buttons in again to go back to program mode.
Excellent purchase I've ever made! Over the years this radar/laser detector will pay for itself. I just purchased one from eBay for $279.96, cheapest one I can find that is NOT used.
Unfortunately basically useless today because of all the BSM and TSR, what replaced the Escort Passport 8500 X50 and what come afterwards didn't impress me until? Escort Max 360c MKll and Escort Redline 360c that came out in 2022. although I like them they are way overpriced.
Great video unfortunately I picked mine up for 300 @ Best Buy and had no idea what all these options did for me. Still not sure if it's worth my money, I live In a heavily populated area with many cops but my detector never goes off. :"(
The X50 is a solid unit and still has its uses in 2022! But being an older model, it lacks labelled filters to decipher false alarms. However, the 8500 X50 manual on our website explains how to interpret each alert so you can figure out why it is going off and what it tells you.
The Passport 8500 X50 Black was discontinued awhile back and Escort no longer manufactures it. There are newer models available with updated features to filter out false alerts from surrounding vehicles equipped with radar emitting devices for collision avoidance and driver assist functionality. You can find the Escort line at www.buyradardetectors.com/escort-radar-detectors.html .
I was under the impression that the black model was the international one.also im sure you don't have hold the two buttons on the top when turnning on the unit just to get it in to programming mode. turn it on then hold the two buttons if it goes out of program mode just hold the two buttons in again to go back to program mode.
Excellent purchase I've ever made! Over the years this radar/laser detector will pay for itself. I just purchased one from eBay for $279.96, cheapest one I can find that is NOT used.
How can i program my grey 8500 x50?
And where can i buy a power cord? My wires wore down you copper
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Unfortunately basically useless today because of all the BSM and TSR, what replaced the Escort Passport 8500 X50 and what come afterwards didn't impress me until? Escort Max 360c MKll and Escort Redline 360c that came out in 2022. although I like them they are way overpriced.
Thanks for the review. I hate reading manuals.
That's one nice looking detector. ;-)
I have been looking for how to program this correctly and you answered my needs perfectly with this video. Thank you!
Best radar every
got a ticket today....bought this thing 30 mins later. we will see how it works. thanks for your review
Great video unfortunately I picked mine up for 300 @ Best Buy and had no idea what all these options did for me. Still not sure if it's worth my money, I live In a heavily populated area with many cops but my detector never goes off. :"(
The audio on my x50 is too low,even I turn the knob full high....any advice?
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I have the silver x50 blue version of this unit.
Q: is it still good state to state in 2022 and beyond or easily defeated and outdated?
The X50 is a solid unit and still has its uses in 2022! But being an older model, it lacks labelled filters to decipher false alarms. However, the 8500 X50 manual on our website explains how to interpret each alert so you can figure out why it is going off and what it tells you.
how much does it sell for.? does it work on all radars.
just bought one but in red
Just ordered one today. Thanks for the review!
How can we talk to you to ask about the information on the video
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Can use this in Turkey
Best review out there, thank you! - just bought the red
Thank you :)
2021 ?
The Passport 8500 X50 Black was discontinued awhile back and Escort no longer manufactures it. There are newer models available with updated features to filter out false alerts from surrounding vehicles equipped with radar emitting devices for collision avoidance and driver assist functionality. You can find the Escort line at www.buyradardetectors.com/escort-radar-detectors.html .