Escort Radar Detector S2 User Manual

Cordless Solo S2 is designed in the USA. Printed in the USA.  
Escort Incorporated  
5440 West Chester Road  
West Chester, Ohio 45069  
Sales/Service 800-433-3487  
Fax 513-870-8509  
www.escortradar.com  
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©2002 Escort Inc. Escort®, Passport®, Solo®, AFR®, SmartShield®, AutoSensitivity, MuteDisplay, and ExpertMeterare trademarks  
of Escort Inc. SWS is a trademark of SWS, L.C.  
Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.  
 
O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l  
Table of Contents  
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Quick Reference Card  
3-4 EZ-Programming  
• How To Use EZ-Programming  
14-19  
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Solo S2 Quick Reference Card  
Quick Reference Guide  
6-7 • Example of EZ-Programming  
• Overview of EZ-Programming  
8-9 • Details of EZ-Programming  
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16-19  
Press the RVW button to go  
from one category to the next  
Press the CHG button to change  
your setting within a category  
CONTRAST  
Contr 3  
*Contrast level 3  
Installation  
Scrolls thru five contrast levels:1-5  
• Battery Installation  
• Optional12-volt SmartCord  
• Mounting Location  
• Windshield Mount  
PILOT LIGHT  
Pilot HWY  
*Full word:Highway orAuto or City  
(Options using  
12-volt SmartCord)  
Pilot H  
Letter:H orA or C  
Letter,with scanning dot  
Symbol:+ or or --  
Symbol,with scanning dot  
Scanning symbol  
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Technical Details  
20-25  
20-21  
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23  
24-25  
Pilot H.>  
Pilot +  
• Interpreting Alerts  
• How Radar Works  
• How Laser Works  
Pilot +.>  
Pilot +>  
AUTO POWER  
POWER-ON SEQUENCE  
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER  
AUTOMUTE  
aPwr ON  
*Turns Solo S2 on and off automatically  
Turn Solo S2 on and off manually  
aPwr OFF  
Controls and Features  
• Power On/Off  
• AutoPwr  
• Volume Control  
• Power-on indication / Alert  
• Mute  
• AutoMute  
• SmartMute™  
• Battery Status / Voltage  
• Low Battery Warning  
• Mode Switch (Highway/Auto/City)  
• Brightness  
10-13 • How Safety Radar Works  
PwrOn STD  
PwrOn FST  
*Standard power-on sequence  
Fast power-on sequence  
10  
Meter STD  
Meter EXP  
*Standard signal strength meter  
Expert Meter  
10 Service  
10 • Troubleshooting  
10 • Service  
10 • Warranty  
10 • Accessories  
11 • Specifications  
11 • Registration  
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12-13  
26-31  
26-27  
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28-29  
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aMute ON  
aMute OFF  
*AutoMute on  
AutoMute off  
AUDIOTONES  
Tone STD  
Tone LOUD  
*Standard tones  
Loud tones  
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY  
City STD  
City LoX  
City NoX  
*Standard City mode sensitivity  
Low X band sensitivity in City Mode  
No X band sensitivity in City Mode  
BRIGHTNESS  
BANDS  
Brt AUTO  
Brt MIN  
Brt MED  
Brt MAX  
Brt DARK  
*Brightness is controlled automatically  
Minimum brightness when turned on  
Medium brightness when turned on  
Maximum brightness when turned on  
Full Dark Mode when turned on  
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Bands ALL  
Bands MOD  
*All bands enabled  
One or more bands are enabled  
Turn bandsONorOFFby  
pressing the mute button  
• Audible Alerts  
• Signal Strength Meter  
• ExpertMeter  
X ONor OFF*X-band detection on  
K ONor OFF*K-band detection on  
Ka ONor OFF*Ka-band detection on  
LSR ONor OFF*Laser detection on  
SWS ONor OFF*SWS detection off  
VG2 ONor OFF*VG2 detection off  
 
*Solo S2’s Factory Settings  
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Quick Reference Guide  
To begin using the Solo S2, just follow these simple  
steps  
EasyMount Slot  
Radar Antenna and Laser Lens  
12-volt Power Jack  
Insert Solo S2’s adjustable Windshield mount into  
this slot. Page 9  
The rear panel of your Solo S2 should have a clear  
view of the road ahead. For best performance, do  
not mount Solo S2 directly behind windshield  
wipers or tinted areas.  
For 12-volt operation, plug the optional SmartCord  
into this connector.  
1 Install (2) AA batteries (included) in the battery  
compartment. (Please note polarity)  
EasyRelease Button  
Press the release button, and slide the Windshield  
mount into one of its four locking positions. Page 9  
Mute / Battery Status Button  
Briefly press this button (located on top)to silence the  
audio for a specific alert. Pages 10-11  
2 Mount your Solo S2 on the windshield using the  
supplied windshield mount.  
Rear Laser Port  
Receives laser signals from behind the vehicle.  
Ear Phone Jack  
A standard 1/8 inch (or 3.5 mm) earphone jack is  
located on the right front side of the Solo S2.  
3 Press the Power button (PWR) located on the left  
side of the front panel.  
Power-On Indication  
4 Adjust the volume (VOL) by pressing the up and  
Three LED's (green, yellow, red) mounted between the  
PWR button and the display, indicate power (blinking  
in battery mode, solid when optional 12-volt power  
cord is used). These also indicate the sensitivity mode  
that the unit is in,( "H" for highway, "A" for  
AutoSensitivity, and "C" for city). Page 10  
Mode Button  
down buttons located to the right of the display.  
Switches sensitivity between Highway, AutoSensitivity,  
and City settings. In general, we recommend the  
AutoSensitivity mode. Page 11  
Please read the manual to fully understand Solo S2’s  
operation and features.  
Volume Control  
Press the up or down button to adjust the S2’s volume.  
During an alert, the display will turn on and indicate Page 10  
radar band, and a precise bar-graph of signal strength.  
Graphic LCD Display  
Power  
Press the PWR button to turn Solo S2 on. Press and  
hold the PWR button to turn Solo S2 off. Page 10  
Programming options and SWS messages are also  
displayed.  
EZ-Programming  
Solo S2 is ready to go, just plug it in and turn it on. If  
you prefer, you can also easily customize up to10 fea-  
tures for your specific driving preferences. Pages 14-19  
AutoPwr Feature  
The Solo S2 will automatically shut off once the  
vehicle has stopped moving for approximately 45  
minutes. Page 16  
NOTE: When using Solo S2 in battery mode, the  
display will turn off automatically until a signal is  
detected, or you enter program mode. This maximizes AutoMute  
battery life. When using the optional 12-volt  
Solo S2’s patented AutoMute automatically reduces  
SmartCord, the display will remain on and provide  
several pilot options for power-on indication. Page 16  
the volume level of the audio alert after a brief period.  
If you prefer, you can turn AutoMute off. Page 10  
 
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Installation  
Battery Installation  
Remove the battery door, located on the bottom of the  
detector, and install (2) AA batteries (supplied). Be  
sure to note the correct polarity for each battery (see  
legends inside battery compartment).  
NOTE: Depending on your vehicle, the lighter  
socket power may either be continuously on, or it may  
be switched on and off with your ignition switch.  
See the Accessories section for details on how to  
order the optional 12-volt SmartCord.  
CAUTION!  
Windshield Mount  
A few vehicles (including some Porsches) have wind-  
shields with a soft anti-lacerative coating on the inside  
surface. Use of suction cups will permanently mar this  
coating. Consult your dealership or the vehicle  
owner’s manual to determine if your windshield has  
this coating.  
Solo S2’s EasyMount windshield bracket is designed  
for unobtrusive and hassle-free mounting.  
1 Depress the adjustment button on the top of Solo  
S2 (above the word “RELEASE”) and slide the  
EasyMount bracket into the slot until mount is locked  
into the position which best fits the angle of your  
windshield (there are four settings available).  
For extremely horizontal or extremely sloped  
windshields, the EasyMount bracket can be bent.  
To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the  
windshield firmly, be sure to keep both your wind-  
shield and the suction cups clean.  
Mounting Location  
WARNING! ESCORT cannot anticipate the many ways  
Solo S2 can be mounted. It is important that you  
mount Solo S2 where it will not impair your view nor  
present a hazard in case of an accident.  
Where to mount Solo S2  
For optimum detection performance, we recommend  
the following:  
• Using the supplied Windshield Mount, stick the  
suction cups to the windshield, and mount your Solo  
S2 level and high enough on your front windshield to  
provide a clear view of the road ahead.  
• Mount Solo S2 away from windshield wipers, other  
solid objects, and heavily tinted areas that might  
obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens.  
User’s Tip  
You can leave the EasyMount bracket in place on your  
windshield, and easily remove Solo S2 by pressing the  
adjustment button and sliding Solo S2 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.  
Optional 12-volt SmartCord  
To power Solo S2 using 12-volts, simply remove the  
power connector plug, and insert the small end of the  
optional SmartCord, (telephone-type connector) into  
the modular jack on Solo S2’s right side. Plug the  
lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket  
or accessory socket.  
2 To adjust Solo S2 on your windshield, use the  
EasyMount adjustment button located on the top of  
the Solo S2, and slide Solo S2 forward or backward to  
obtain a level horizontal position.  
When installed and adjusted properly, the back top  
edge of the Solo S2 should rest solidly against your  
windshield.  
The optional SmartCord allows you to operate the  
Solo S2 on 12 volts DC negative ground only. The  
lighter plug is a standard size and will work in most  
vehicles. Of course, your lighter socket must be clean  
and properly connected for proper operation.  
 
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Controls and Features  
Power  
To turn Solo S2 on, simply press the power button  
(PWR) located on the left side of the front panel. To  
turn the detector off, press and hold the same power  
button for approximately two (2) seconds.  
keeps you informed without the annoyance of a  
continuous full-volume alert.  
If you prefer, you can turn the AutoMute feature  
off. See the EZ-Programming section (page 17) for  
details.  
Power-On Indication / Alert  
Mode Switch  
Once Solo S2’s start-up sequence is complete, one of  
three LEDs (Green, yellow, red) located between the  
PWR button and the display will begin to blink. This  
indicates that Solo S2 is operational, and indicates  
which sensitivity mode (Highway, Auto, or City) the  
detector is in.  
The Mode switch selects the Solo S2’s sensitivity. We  
recommend the Auto (AutoSensitivity) mode for most  
driving.  
Solo S2’s AutoSensitivity mode provides long-range  
warning, while virtually eliminating false alarms. In  
this mode, the Solo S2’s internal computer continu-  
ously analyzes all incoming signals and intelligently  
determines which signals are real threats.  
You can also select conventional Highway and City  
sensitivity modes. When driving in urban areas where  
annoying X-band intrusion alarms and door openers  
are common, City Mode can be engaged to lower X-  
band sensitivity and reduce X-band alerts. Full sensi-  
tivity is maintained on all other bands. You can  
customize Solo S2’s City mode sensitivity. See the EZ-  
Programming section (page 18) for details.  
SmartMute  
AutoPwr (programmable)  
To conserve battery life, the Solo S2 will automatically  
go to “sleep” after the vehicle has stopped moving for power, you can select alternate power-on displays. See  
Once a specific signal has been muted, Escort’s exclu-  
sive SmartMutefeature will intelligently prioritize  
any additional signals by band. If a new signal is  
detected, and it is a higher priority band than the  
muted one, Solo S2 will alert you at the preset volume  
you selected.  
If you are using the optional SmartCord for 12-volt  
30 minutes. If the vehicle starts to move within the  
next 30 minutes, your Solo S2 will “wake up” and  
prompt you, (both visually and audibly) to see if you  
want it back on. If so, simply press any button on the  
Solo S2, and it will return to normal operation.  
If you do not press a button within 15 seconds of  
the prompt, the detector will shut down completely.  
To turn the Solo S2 back on, simply press the PWR  
button.  
the EZ-Programming (page 16) section for details.  
The red LED (AutoSensitivity mode) will flash as  
an alert lamp when a signal is detected,  
Mute  
Battery Status / Voltage  
The Mute button, located on the top case of the Solo  
S2, allows you to silence the audio alert during a  
radar encounter.  
The Mute button is also a battery status button. Simply  
press the Mute button at any time (without a signal  
present) and a battery status icon will appear, showing  
you the remaining life of the batteries. Each segment  
of this battery icon represents approximately 25% of  
the battery life.  
To mute the audio for a single specific signal,  
briefly press the Mute button. After that radar  
encounter has passed, the mute will automatically  
reset and the audio will alert you to the next  
encounter.  
Brightness Control  
Volume Control  
The Solo S2 provides four levels of brightness  
including automatic, minimum, medium,  
maximum and full dark mode. The Solo S2 is shipped  
using the automatic setting, which will adjust the  
brightness automatically based on the ambient light  
in your vehicle. You may also select one of the fixed  
brightness levels (min, med, max) in the EZ-  
Programming section. See page 18 for details.  
To adjust the alert tone volume level, press and hold  
the up or down arrow buttons located to the right of  
the display. Once the desired volume level is achieved,  
simply release the button. This volume level will be  
stored in memory.  
When using the optional SmartCord for 12-volt  
operation, pressing the Mute button will provide the  
vehicles voltage.  
AutoMute  
Your Solo S2 has our patented AutoMute feature. After  
Solo S2 alerts you to a radar encounter at the volume  
you have selected, the AutoMute feature will  
automatically reduce the volume to a lower level. This  
Low Battery Warning  
Once the batteries reach a specific voltage level,  
(approximately 1.7 volts) the Solo S2 will provide a  
low-battery warning. This warning consists of an  
audible alert, along with a corresponding message.  
 
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Controls and Features  
For more discreet operation, the Solo S2 also has a For Safety signals:  
Solo S2’s ExpertMeter simultaneously tracks up to  
A few more examples will help you better see how  
dark mode. In this mode, the display will not provide  
any visual alerts when it detects a signal. Only an  
audible alert will be heard. However, the display will  
operate normally when accessing the program mode.  
See the EZ-Programming section (page 18) for details. Signal Strength Meter  
NOTE: When using the optional 12-volt  
Solo S2 will alert you to these signals with a  
double-beep tone, and a corresponding text message.  
A complete listing of the text messages is on page 25.  
8 radar signals. It shows you detailed information on the ExpertMeter works.  
up to 2 Ka-band, 2 K-band, and 4 X-band signals.  
ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in your  
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K X  
normal driving environment; for example, a traffic  
radar unit being operated in an area where there are  
normally other signals present.  
The ExpertMeter is actually a miniature spectrum  
analyzer. It shows what band each signal is and its  
signal strength.  
Here ExpertMeter shows 1 strong K-band signal,  
and three X-band signals, two strong and one weak.  
Solo S2’s alphanumeric graphic display provides an  
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KA  
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X
SmartCord while the Solo S2 is in dark mode, all  
visual alerts will be indicated on the SmartCord itself.  
intuitive display of signal strength and text messages.  
Solo S2’s standard bar-graph signal strength meter  
only displays information on a single radar signal. If  
there are multiple signals present, Solo S2’s internal  
computer determines which is the most important  
threat to show on the bar-graph meter.  
Here ExpertMeter shows 1 weak Ka-band signal,  
and three weak X-band signals.  
Audible Alerts  
For Radar signals:  
Solo S2 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to  
indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal  
being encountered. When you encounter radar, a  
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KA K X  
X
Above is the ExpertMeter Display if Solo S2 was  
On very weak signals, there will not be a vertical  
When Solo S2 detects radar, it displays the band (X,  
K, or Ka), and a precise bar graph of the signal  
detecting 2 strong Ka-band, 2 strong K-band, and line at all. This shows a very weak X-band signal.  
4 strong X-band signals.  
distinct Audible Alert will sound and increase in rate as strength. When Solo S2 detects a laser signal, the  
ExpertMeter Details  
the signal gets closer. When the signal is very strong,  
the Audible Alerts will blend into a solid tone. This  
allows you to judge the distance from the signal  
source without taking your eyes from the road.  
Each band has a distinct tone for easy  
display will show “LASER.”  
As you can see, there are vertical lines after each  
band designator. Each line shows a signal being  
detected. The height of each line shows the relative  
signal strength of that signal.  
NOTE: If you use ExpertMeter, the brief signal  
shown in the power-on sequence when you turn on  
your Solo S2 will also be in ExpertMeter: an X with a  
single vertical line.  
The band designators (X, K, Ka) will stay on the  
display for a few seconds after the signal has passed.  
This allows you to see what the unit detected, even on  
very brief signals.  
However, the vertical lines representing individual  
signals continuously change (several times a second)  
to give you a continuous instantaneous view of all  
radar signals present.  
NOTE: If you are operating Solo S2 in Dark Mode,  
the display will not light when a signal is detected –  
only the audio alert will be heard.  
identification. X-band = beep tone, K-band = raspy  
brap tone, Ka-band = double-brap tone.  
ExpertMeter  
Solo S2’s ExpertMeter option is an advanced display  
for experienced detector users. Please use Solo S2 for a  
few weeks to get familiar with its other features before  
For Laser signals:  
Since Laser signals are a possible threat no matter using ExpertMeter.  
how weak, Solo S2 alerts you to all laser signals with a  
full laser alert.  
To use the ExpertMeter instead of the standard bar  
graph meter, select ExpertMeter in Solo S2’s EZ-  
Programming (see page 17).  
 
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EZ-Programming  
There are 10 user-selectable options so you can  
Overview of EZ-Programming  
To quickly reset Solo S2 to the factory program  
Press the RVW button to go  
Press the CHG button to change  
from one category to the next  
customize your Solo S2 for your own preferences. The settings, press and hold the Mute and M (Mode)  
your setting within a category  
Mode button (“M”) and the “VOL” buttons (up or  
down arrows) are used to enter the programming,  
REVIEW your current program settings, and to  
CHANGE any settings as desired. The letters “PGM”  
(program), RVW (review), and CHG (change) are  
located on the front of the detector, and are high-  
lighted in blue graphics. Pages 16-19 explain each  
option in more detail.  
buttons while turning Solo S2 on.  
CONTRAST  
Contr 3  
*Contrast level 3  
Scrolls thru five contrast levels:1-5  
PILOT LIGHT  
Pilot HWY  
*Full word:Highway orAuto or City  
Example of EZ-Programming  
Here is how you would turn Solo S2’s AutoMute  
feature off.  
1 Enter the Program Mode by holding one of the  
VOL buttons and “M” (mode) button down for 2  
seconds. Solo S2 will beep twice and display  
“Program.”  
(Options using  
12-volt SmartCord)  
Pilot H  
Letter:H orA or C  
Pilot H.>  
Pilot +  
Letter,with scanning dot  
Symbol:+ or or --  
Pilot +.>  
Pilot +>  
Symbol,with scanning dot  
Scanning symbol  
AUTO POWER  
POWER-ON SEQUENCE  
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER  
AUTOMUTE  
aPwr ON  
*Turns Solo S2 on and off automatically  
Turn Solo S2 on and off manually  
aPwr OFF  
PwrOn STD  
PwrOn FST  
Meter STD  
Meter EXP  
aMute ON  
aMute OFF  
*Standard power-on sequence  
Fast power-on sequence  
How to use EZ-Programming  
1 To enter Program Mode, press and hold either scroll through the categories, starting with Contrast,  
of the “VOL” (up or down) buttons, and the “M”  
(mode) down for 2 seconds. The unit will beep  
twice, and will display the word “Program.”  
2 Then hold the RVW button down. Solo S2 will  
*Standard signal strength meter  
Expert Meter  
Pilot options, Auto-Power, Power-On sequence,  
Signal Strength Meter, AutoMute, Tones, City  
sensitivity, Brightness, and Bands.  
3 Release the RVW button when Solo S2 shows the  
AutoMute item. Since the factory setting is for  
AutoMute to be on, Solo S2 will display “aMute  
ON.” (If you accidentally go to the next category,  
press the opposite “VOL” button to go back.)  
4 Press the CHG button to change from “aMuteON”  
to “aMuteOFF.”  
*AutoMute on  
AutoMute off  
AUDIOTONES  
Tone STD  
Tone LOUD  
*Standard tones  
Loud tones  
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY  
City STD  
City LoX  
City NoX  
*Standard City mode sensitivity  
Low X-band sensitivity in City Mode  
No X-band sensitivity in City Mode  
2 Then press the RVW button to review the  
current settings. You can either tap the button to  
change from item to item, or press and hold the  
button to scroll through the items.  
BRIGHTNESS  
BANDS  
Brt AUTO  
Brt MIN  
Brt MED  
Brt MAX  
Brt DARK  
Bands ALL  
Bands MOD  
*Brightness is controlled automatically  
Minimum brightness when turned on  
Medium brightness when turned on  
Maximum brightness when turned on  
Full Dark Mode when turned on  
3 Press the CHG button to change any setting.  
You can either tap the button to change from  
setting to setting, or hold the button to scroll  
through all the options.  
5 To complete the Programming, simply wait 8  
seconds without pressing any button. Solo S2 will  
display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to  
normal operation.  
*All bands enabled  
One or more bands are disabled  
Turn bandsONorOFFby  
pressing the Mute button  
*Solo S2’s Factory Settings  
To reset Solo S2 to its original factory  
settings, press and hold the Mute and  
M (Mode) buttons while turning Solo S2  
on. Solo S2’s display will provide a  
“Reset” message, accompanied by an  
X ONor OFF *X-band detection on  
4 To leave the Program Mode, simply wait 8  
seconds without pressing any button. The unit will  
display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to  
normal operation.  
K ONor OFF *K-band detection on  
Ka ONor OFF *Ka-band detection on  
LSR ONor OFF *Laser detection on  
SWS ONor OFF *SWS detection off  
VG2 ONor OFF *VG2 detection off  
 
audible alert, acknowledging the reset.  
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Details of EZ-Programming  
Display Contrast  
Contr 1-5(Contrast adjustment)  
In this setting, Solo S2 allows you to scroll though 5  
levels of contrast adjustment for optimum viewing.  
Power-on Sequence  
Pilot+.>(Symbol with scanning dot)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “+” for Highway,  
“.” for Auto, and “–” for City. Also, a single dot will  
continuously scroll across the display.  
MeterEXP(Expert Meter)  
PwrOnSTD(Standard)  
In this setting, the meter simultaneously tracks  
multiple radar signals. It can display up to 2 Ka band,  
2 K band, and 4 X band signals at the same time.  
NOTE: The ExpertMeter feature is explained in  
more detail on page 13.  
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S2, it will  
display “Solo S2,” “LASER,” “Ka-band,” “K-band,”  
“X-band,” followed by a brief X-band alert. (factory  
default) If one or more bands are disabled, (see page  
19) a message will appear alerting you if one or more  
bands are disabled, (ie. “X OFF”).  
Pilot Light (12-volt power only)  
PilotHWY(Full description)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “Highway,” “City,”  
or “Auto” as its power-on indication. (factory default)  
Pilot+>(Scanning symbol)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “+” for Highway,  
“.” for Auto, and “-” for City. Each will continuously  
scroll across the display.  
AutoMute  
aMute ON(AutoMute on)  
PwrOnFST(Fast power-on)  
In this setting, Solo S2’s audio alerts will initially be at  
the volume you set, but after a few seconds, Solo S2  
will automatically reduce the volume level, to keep  
you informed, but not annoyed. (factory default)  
Pilot H(Letter)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “H” for Highway,  
In this setting, Solo S2 will provide a single X-band  
tone if all bands are enabled. If any bands have been  
disabled, a double X-band tone and corresponding  
message (i.e. “X OFF”), will alert you that one or  
more bands have been turned off.  
Auto Power  
aPwr On(Standard)  
“C” for City, and “A” for Auto.  
In this setting, Solo S2 maximizes battery life by  
intelligently shutting down once your vehicle has  
become motionless. Approximately 15 minutes after  
the vehicle has stopped moving, the Solo S2 will go  
into a “sleep” mode. It will “sleep” for approximately  
30 minutes. However, if the Solo S2 senses movement  
within this “sleep” time, the Solo S2 will prompt you  
(both audibly and visually) to see if you would like to  
return to an active mode. If yes, simply press any  
button.  
Pilot H.>(Letter with scanning dot)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “H” for Highway,  
“C” for City, and “A” for Auto. Also, a single dot will  
continuously scroll across the display.  
aMuteOFF(AutoMute off)  
NOTE: If the batteries need to be replaced, a low-  
battery alert will be provided during both power-on  
sequences.  
With AutoMute off, Solo S2’s audio alerts will remain  
at the volume you set for the duration of the radar  
encounter.  
Pilot+(Symbol)  
In this setting, Solo S2 will display “+” for Highway,  
“.” for Auto, and “–” for City.  
Signal Strength Meter  
Audio Tones  
MeterSTD(Standard meter)  
Tone STD(Standard tones)  
This setting uses more pleasing tones. (factory  
default)  
In this setting, the meter displays the band of the  
received signal, and a bar graph shows the relative  
signal strength. (factory default)  
If not, the Solo S2 will shut off completely,  
maximizing battery life.  
ToneLOUD(Loud tones)  
This setting uses tones that are more piercing. This  
aPwr OFF  
In this setting, Solo S2 requires that you turn it on and  
setting is recommended for louder vehicles.  
off manually using the PWR button.  
 
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Details of EZ-Programming  
City Mode Sensitivity  
City STD(Standard)  
Brightness  
Brt Auto(Automatically adjusts)  
Bands ON/OFF  
BandsALL  
BandsMOD  
If you live in an area where a specific band (e.g. SWS )  
is not currently used, you can turn that specific band  
off.  
NOTE: DO NOT TURN ANY BANDS OFF UNLESS  
YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY SURE THAT BAND IS NOT  
USED IN YOUR AREA.  
To disable, or turn a specific band off, enter  
program mode and scroll to the “BandsALL” category  
using the “REVIEW” button. Using the “CHANGE”  
button, select the specific band you wish to disable, or  
turn off, (e.g. “SWS ON”). Once you have selected the  
specific band, press the top-mounted Mute button to  
turn the band on/off.  
In this setting, when you put Solo S2 in the City mode, In this setting, the Solo S2’s display and pilot lights  
X-band sensitivity is significantly reduced, to reduce will adjust automatically based on the vehicles inte-  
annoyance from X-band intrusion alarms and motion rior brightness.(factory default)  
sensors. (factory default)  
In this setting, all radar and laser frequencies are  
monitored. This is the factory setting, and it is highly  
recommended that you use your Solo S2 in this mode.  
Brt MIN(Minimum)  
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S2, the  
X ON(X-band detection on – factory default)  
K ON(K-band detection on – factory default)  
Ka ON(Ka-band detection on – factory default)  
LSR ON(Laser detection on – factory default)  
City LoX(Low X-band sensitivity)  
In this setting, when you put Solo S2 in the City mode, display will be at the lowest brightness.  
X-band sensitivity is reduced more than the standard  
setting. This will reduce X band alarms from other  
sources even further, but also significantly reduces  
range to X-band traffic radar.  
Brt MED(Medium)  
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S2, the  
display will be at the medium brightness.  
City NoX(No X-band sensitivity)  
In this setting, when you put Solo S2 in the City mode, In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S2, the  
Brt MAX(Maximum)  
SWS OFF(Safety Warning Systems detection off –  
factory default)  
NOTE: If you have turned off a band, Solo S2 will  
warn you with an audible alert, and associated text  
message stating which band is turned off, (e.g. “SWS  
OFF”). This warning is displayed during the start up  
sequence (standard or fast).  
Solo S2 will not respond to any X band signals.  
WARNING: Only choose this setting if you are  
absolutely certain that there are no X band traffic  
radar units where you drive.  
NOTE: These settings only apply when Solo S2 is  
operated in City mode. X-band sensitivity is not  
affected when used in “Auto,” or “Highway” modes.  
display will be at the maximum brightness.  
VG2 OFF(VG2 detection off – factory default) If  
the VG2 band (Radar detector detector) is turned on,  
VG2 units will be detected with an audible and visual  
alert. Once detected, Solo S2’s internal oscillator will  
shut down for a period of time, making it  
undetectable. Solo S2’s oscillator will then periodically  
turn back on to see if the VG2 unit is still present. If  
not, Solo S2 will return to normal operation.  
NOTE: With VG2 detection on, other radar  
Brt Dark(Dark)  
In this setting, Solo S2’s display and pilot lights will be  
totally dark, even during an alert. Only the audible  
alert will tell you of detected signals.  
detectors could be detected as well.  
 
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Technical Details  
Interpreting Alerts  
Although Solo S2 has a comprehensive warning  
system and this handbook is as complete as we can  
make it, only experience will teach you what to expect  
from your Solo S2 and how to interpret what it tells you.  
The specific type of radar being used, the type of trans-  
mission (continuous or instant-on) and the location  
of the radar source affect the radar alerts you receive.  
The following examples will give you an  
introduction to understanding Solo S2’s warning  
system for radar, laser and safety alerts.  
Alert  
Explanation  
• Solo S2 alerts slowly for awhile and then abruptly  
jumps to a strong alert.  
• You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a  
hill or an obstructed curve.  
• Solo S2 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of  
alerts may be consistent or vary wildly.  
• A patrol car is travelling in front of you with a radar  
source aimed forward. Because signals are sometimes  
reflected off of large objects and sometimes not, the  
alerts may seem inconsistent.  
Alert  
Explanation  
• Solo S2 begins to sound slowly, then the rate of alert • You are approaching a continuous radar source  
increases until the alert becomes a solid tone. The  
Signal Meter ramps accordingly.  
aimed in your direction.  
• Solo S2 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of  
signal increases with each alert.  
• A patrol car is approaching from the other direction,  
sampling traffic with instant-on radar. Such alerts  
should be taken seriously.  
• Solo S2 emits short alerts for a few seconds and then • An instant-on radar source is being used ahead of  
falls silent only to briefly alert and fall silent again.  
you and out of your view.  
• Solo S2 gives an X-band alert intermittently.  
• You are driving through an area populated with  
radar motion sensors (door openers, burglar alarms,  
etc.) Since these transmitters are usually contained  
inside buildings or aimed toward OR away from you,  
they are typically not as strong or lasting as a real  
radar encounter.  
• Solo S2 suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the  
appropriate band received. All segments in the Signal used nearby. This kind of alert requires immediate  
Strength Meter are lit.  
• An instant-on radar source or laser source is being  
attention!  
• A brief laser alert.  
• Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is  
inherently difficult to detect, any laser alert may  
indicate a source very close by.  
CAUTION: Since the characteristics of these alerts  
may be similar to some of the preceding examples,  
over confidence in an unfamiliar area can be  
dangerous. Likewise, if an alert in a commonly  
traveled area is suddenly stronger or on a different  
band than usual, speed radar may be set up nearby.  
• Solo S2 receives weak signals. These signals may be • A moving patrol car with continuous radar is over-  
a little stronger as you pass large, roadside objects. The taking you from behind. Because these signals are  
signals increase in frequency.  
reflected (reflections are increased by large objects),  
they may or may not eventually melt into a solid  
point even when the patrol car is directly behind you.  
 
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Technical Details  
How Radar Works  
Radar range also depends on the power of the  
radar equipment itself. The strength of the radar unit’s  
beam diminishes with distance. The farther the radar  
has to travel, the less energy it has for speed detection.  
Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors  
often operate on the same frequency as X-Band radar,  
your Solo S2 will occasionally receive non-police  
radar signals. Since these X-Band transmitters are  
usually contained inside of a building, or aimed  
toward the ground, they will generally produce much  
weaker readings than will a true radar encounter. As  
you become familiar with the sources of these pseudo  
alarms in your daily driving, they will serve as  
confirmation that your Solo S2’s radar detection  
abilities are fully operational.  
There are limitations to LIDAR equipment. LIDAR  
is much more sensitive to weather conditions than  
RADAR, and a LIDAR gun's range will be decreased by  
anything affecting visibility such as rain, fog, or  
smoke. A LIDAR gun cannot operate through glass  
and it must be stationary in order to get an accurate  
reading. Because LIDAR must have a clear line of  
sight and is subject to cosine error (an inaccuracy,  
which increases as the angle between the gun and the  
vehicle, increases) police typically use LIDAR  
equipment parallel to the road or from an overpass.  
LIDAR can be used day or night.  
How Laser (Lidar) Works  
Traffic radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in  
straight lines and is easily reflected by objects such as  
cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar  
works by directing its microwave beam down the road.  
As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave  
beam bounces off your car, and the radar antenna  
looks for the reflections. Using the Doppler Principle,  
the radar equipment then calculates your speed by  
comparing the frequency of the reflection of your car  
to the original frequency of the beam sent out.  
Traffic radar has limitations, the most significant  
of these being that it typically can monitor only one  
target at a time. If there is more than one vehicle  
within range, it is up to the radar operator to decide  
which target is producing the strongest reflection.  
Since the strength of the reflection is affected by both  
the size of the vehicle and its proximity to the  
antenna, it is difficult for the radar operator to  
determine if the signal is from a sports car nearby or a  
semi-truck several hundred feet away.  
Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR (Light  
Detection and Ranging). LIDAR guns project a beam  
of invisible infrared light. The signal is a series of very  
short infrared light energy pulses, which move, in a  
straight line, reflecting off your car and returning to  
the gun. LIDAR uses these light pulses to measure the  
distance to a vehicle. Speed is then calculated by  
measuring how quickly these pulses are reflected  
given the known speed of light.  
LIDAR (or laser) is a newer technology and is not  
as widespread as conventional radar. Therefore, you  
may not encounter laser on a daily basis. And, unlike  
radar detection, laser detection is not prone to false  
alarms. Because LIDAR transmits a much narrower  
beam than does radar, it is much more accurate in its  
ability to distinguish between targets and is also more  
difficult to detect. AS A RESULT, EVEN THE  
BRIEFEST LASER ALERT SHOULD BE TAKEN  
SERIOUSLY.  
 
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Technical Details  
How Safety Radar Works  
Safety Warning System, or SWS, uses a modified  
K-band radar signal. The SWS safety radar system has  
64 possible messages (60 currently allocated). The  
SWS messages your Solo S2 can display are listed on  
the facing page.  
From the factory, your Solo S2 is programmed with  
SWS decoding OFF. If SWS is used in your area, your  
Solo S2 will display the safety messages associated  
with the signal. If you wish to detect this system, use  
the EZ-Programming feature to turn Solo S2’s SWS  
decoding ON.  
NOTE: some of the safety messages have been  
condensed, so that each message can be displayed on  
one or two screens on Solo S2’s display.  
Since Safety radar technology is relatively new, and  
the number of transmitters in operation is not yet  
widespread, you will not receive Safety signals on a  
daily basis. Do not be surprised if you encounter  
emergency vehicles, road hazards and railroad  
crossings that are unequipped with these transmitters.  
As Safety transmitters become more prevalent (the  
number of operating transmitters is growing every  
day), these Safety radar signals will become more  
common.  
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HighWind  
Severe  
HeavyFog  
Flooding  
BridgIce  
RoadIce  
Dust  
Sand  
Blinding Snow  
Future  
RestArea  
RestArea w/servic  
24hrFuel  
Insp Stn Open  
Insp Stn Closed  
Reduced Speed  
Speed  
HazMatls Exit  
Expect  
10 Min  
20 Min  
30 Min  
1 Hour  
Traffic TunRadio  
Pay  
Use  
SWS Safety Radar Text Messages  
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WorkZone  
Road  
Weather  
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Closed  
Closed  
WorkCrew Highway  
WorkCrew Utility  
Detour  
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Bridge  
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Blowing  
Blowing  
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Truck  
MustExit  
Rtlane  
Detour  
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Closed  
Use  
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CntrLane Closed  
LeftLane Closed  
For more information and details about SWS safety  
radar, visit their web site at www.swslc.com.  
Future  
Police  
Train  
Low  
BridgeUp  
Bridge  
Use  
Overpass  
Wt Limit  
Enforced  
RockSlid Area  
School Zone  
Delay  
Delay  
Delay  
Delay  
Delay  
Road  
Narrows  
Curve  
Sharp  
Croswalk  
Deer  
Crossing  
Blind or Deaf Kid  
SteepUse LowGear  
Accident  
PoorRoad Surface  
Loading ScholBus  
DontPass  
Toll  
Trucks  
Trucks  
Future  
Emerg  
Police  
Oversize Vehicle  
SloMovng Vehicle  
ExitRght  
ExitLeft  
Use  
Veh Moving  
Pursuit  
Dangrous Intrsect  
Emergncy Vehicle  
 
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Troubleshooting  
Problem  
• Solo S2 beeps briefly at the same loca-  
tion every day, but no radar source is in  
sight.  
• Solo S2's power-on sequence reoccurs  
while you are driving.  
• A loose power connection or dirty lighter socket can cause Solo  
S2 to be briefly disconnected.  
Solution  
• An X-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within  
range of your route. With time, you will learn predictable patterns  
of these signals.  
• Your 14-year old son has changed all 10 • You can return all of the programming options to the factory  
of the EZ-Programming options.  
• Solo S2 will not turn on.  
• Solo S2 feels very warm.  
defaults by holding down the POWER, MUTE, Dim, and Mute  
buttons while you turn Solo S2 on.  
• Solo S2 does not seem sensitive to radar • Make sure that windshield wipers do not block Solo S2’s radar  
or laser.  
antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas.  
• Determine if your vehicle has an Instaclear, ElectriClearor  
solar reflective windshield which may deflect radar or laser  
signals.  
• Check for proper battery installation.  
• Install new batteries.  
• It is normal for Solo S2 to feel warm when it’s on.  
• Solo S2 may be in City Mode.  
• Solo S2 did not alert when a police car  
was in view.  
• VASCAR, (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder) a stop-  
watch method of speed detection, may be in use.  
• Officer may not have radar or laser unit turned on.  
Explanation of Displays  
No display  
Solo S2 is in the Dark mode, and is programmed for Full Dark (page 18)  
One of the many pilot programming messages (pages16)  
One of the many Safety Radar messages (pages 24-25)  
• Solo S2 did not provide a Safety signal  
while within range of an emergency  
vehicle.  
• Safety transmitters may not be commonly used in your area.  
PilotHWY  
WorkZone  
Caution  
• Solo S2’s display is not working.  
• Solo S2 is in Full Dark Mode. See page 18 for details.  
• Solo S2 is in AutoMute Mode. See page 10 for details.  
Solo S2 has detected a Safety Radar Signal, but the signal isn’t yet strong  
enough to decode the specific safety message (page 25)  
• Solo S2’s audible alerts are less loud  
after the first few alerts.  
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X , or K ,or KA etc. Solo S2 has been programmed in the ExpertMeter Mode (page12-13)  
• Solo S2 bounces or sags on windshield.  
• Solo S2 is not making contact with the windshield to provide  
stability. While holding down Solo S2’s EasyRelease button, slide  
Solo S2 further back toward the windshield so that the back top  
edge makes firm contact.  
VG2.  
Solo S2 has detected a VG2 unit (radar detector detector)  
 
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Service  
Service Procedure  
If your Solo S2 ever needs service, please follow these  
simple steps:  
Warranty and Accessories  
ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty  
ESCORT warrants your Solo S2 against all defects in  
materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)  
year from the date of the original purchase, subject to  
the following terms and conditions:  
Out Of Warranty Repairs  
Accessories  
For out of warranty repairs, include prepayment in the  
amount you were quoted by the Escort Customer  
Service Representative. If the detector has been  
The following accessories and replacement parts are  
available for Solo S2:  
Two versions of the 12-volt SmartCord are  
available: One SmartCord plugs into your lighter  
socket and has a coiled cord, and the other Direct-wire  
1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual. damaged, abused or modified, the repair cost will be  
It may have a solution to your problem.  
calculated on a parts and labor basis. If it exceeds the  
The sole responsibility of ESCORT under this  
basic repair charge, you will be contacted with a  
Warranty is limited to either repair or, at the option of SmartCord module that you wire into your electrical  
2 Call us at 1-800-543-1608. We may be able to solve quotation. If the additional payment is not received  
your problem over the phone. If the problem requires within 30 days (or if you notify us that you choose not  
that you send your Solo S2 to the factory for repair, we to have your Solo S2 repaired at the price quoted),  
ESCORT, replacement of the Solo S2 detector. There  
are no expressed or implied warranties, including  
those of fitness for a particular purpose or  
system, with an 8 foot straight cord to route to your  
Solo S2.  
will provide you with a Service Order Number, which  
must be included on the outside of your shipping box. can be made by check, money order, or credit card.  
your Solo S2 will be returned, without repair. Payment  
merchantability, which extend beyond the face  
hereof. Some states do not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the  
above limitations may not apply to you.  
ESCORT is not liable for any incidental or  
consequential damages arising from the use, misuse,  
Enclose The Following Information With Your  
Solo S2:  
Your Service Order Number  
Your name and return address  
Your daytime telephone number  
Ship Solo S2 to:  
ESCORT  
Customer Service Department  
Service Order Number ______________  
5440 West Chester Road  
or mounting of the Solo S2. Some states do not allow Optional 12-volt Coiled SmartCord $29.95  
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, so the above limitation or  
exclusion may not apply to you.  
Optional 12-volt Direct-wire SmartCord $29.95  
Solo S2 Travel Case $19.95  
Optional Laser Shifter ZR3  
A description of the problem you are experiencing. West Chester, Ohio 45069  
For your own protection, we recommend that you ship  
This Warranty gives you specific rights. You may  
have other legal rights, which vary, from state to state.  
This Warranty does not apply if the serial number on  
the housing of the Solo S2 has been removed, or if  
your Solo S2 has been subjected to physical abuse,  
improper installation, or modification.  
your Solo S2 postpaid and insured. Insist on a proof of  
delivery, and keep the receipt until the return of your  
Solo S2.  
Escort Extended Warranty  
Escort offers an optional extended warranty plan.  
Contact Escort for details.  
 
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Specifications  
Features and Specifications  
Operating Bands  
Registration  
• Display Brightness  
• Radar / Laser Bands  
• SWS and VG2 Alert  
Sensitivity Control  
• Highway, AutoSensitivity and City  
SmartMute  
SmartShield VG2 Immunity  
Dimensions (Inches)  
1.25 (h) x 2.85 (w) x 5.32 (l)  
Important Product Registration Information  
If you purchased your Solo S2 directly from Escort,  
you are automatically registered with us.  
If you did not purchase your Solo S2 directly from  
Escort, please register online at:  
Register  
online:  
• X-band 10.525 GHz 25 MHz  
• K-band 24.150 GHz 100 MHz  
• Ka-band 34.700 GHz 1300 MHz  
• Laser 904nm, 33 MHz bandwidth  
Radar Receiver / Detector Type  
• Superheterodyne, GaAs FET VCO  
• Scanning Frequency Discriminator  
• Digital Signal Processing (DSP)  
Laser Detection  
• Quantum Limited Video Receiver  
• Multiple Laser Sensor Diodes  
Display Type  
• Graphic LCD Display With LED Backlight  
• Standard Bar Graph or ExpertMeter  
• 5-Brightness Levels Including Automatic and Dark  
Power Requirement  
Or, for your convenience, you may also fill out the  
enclosed registration card and return it to us postage  
pre-paid.  
www.  
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Patented Technology  
Solo S2 is covered by one or more of the following  
US patents:  
Thank you for your business.  
escortradar.com  
6,400,305 6,249,218 6,069,580 5,600,132  
5,587,916 5,668,554 5,559,508 5,365,055  
5,347,120 5,446,923 5,402,087 5,305,007  
5,206,500 5,164,729 5,134,406 5,111,207  
5,079,553 5,049,885 5,049,884 4,961,074  
4,954,828 4,952,937 4,952,936 4,939,521  
4,896,855 4,887,753 4,862,175 4,750,215  
4,686,499 4,631,542 4,630,054 4,625,210  
4,613,989 4,604,529 4,583,057 4,581,769  
4,571,593 4,313,216 D314,178 D313,365  
D310,167 D308,837 D296,771 D288,418  
D253,752  
• 3 Volts DC, (2) “AA” batteries  
• Optional 12-Volt SmartCord  
Programmable Features  
• Contrast Adjust  
• Pilot Light  
• Auto Power  
Solo S2 is also covered by one or more of the following  
Canadian patents:  
• Power-On Sequence  
• Signal Strength Meter  
1,295,715 1,295,714 1,187,602 1,187,586  
Other patents pending. Additional patents may be  
listed inside the product.  
• AutoMute  
• Audio Tones  
• City Mode Sensitivity  
 
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