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Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord

Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord

Item#: ESO009

Our Price: $29.95

List Price : $29.95

  • Blue Direct Wire SmartCord has yellow alert light and blue power light on the lighter plug.
  • Red Direct Wire SmartCord has red alert light and green power light on the lighter plug.
  • Length of cord from module to power connection - approx. 3 feet
  • Length of cord from module to detector - approx. 8 feet

Model

Blue Direct Wire SmartCord
Red Direct Wire SmartCord
Description


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The Direct Wire SmartCord provides a more discrete and more permanent mounting option for your Escort radar detector.  It includes a built-in alert lamp, pilot light and convenient mute button.   Ideal for matching your blue light or red light Escort 8500 X50 radar detector.

 

Fits Escort Passport models 9500i, 8500 X50, 8500, 7500S, 7500, 6800 and Solo S2.

 

Installation Instructions

 

Important Note:  The Direct Wire SmartCord must be installed by someone familiar with automotive electrical systems.  If in doubt, see your car dealer or a car radio installer.

 

The direct wire cord comes with connector to allow easy hook-up to your car's electrical system.

 

The black ground wires is fitted with a lug to allow it to be installed under any ground screw under your vehicle's dashboard.

 

The red/black striped wire for +12 volts is fitted with an insulated 1/4" male spade lug.  We also have supplied a special 3M connector (in blue) that allows you to tap into an existing wire in your vehicle.  This connector can be used only with wire gauges 14 through 18.

 

To install the connector, position it around the wire you wish to tap into, and squeeze it with pliers until the halves snap together.  It is recommended that you tap into "switched" circuit of the vehicle - one that is on when the vehicle is on and off when the vehicle is off.   The direct wire can then be plugged into this connector.  Make sure the clear insulator sleeve on the direct wire completely covers the connection. 

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Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord
 
4.5

(based on 13 reviews)

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  • 5 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to mount (11)
  • Clear alert (8)
  • Durable (6)
  • Versatile (5)
  • Great features (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Highway driving (7)
    • Urban navigation (6)
    • Rural navigation (5)
    • Larger cars (3)
    • Small cars (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Gearhead (7), Practical (5), Commuter (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    A Great Addition to my X50

    Only took me about 30 min to install out of the box. Mount the detector high, dim the display to help stealth your detector. This is easy to see right with the gages, ...Read complete review

    Only took me about 30 min to install out of the box. Mount the detector high, dim the display to help stealth your detector. This is easy to see right with the gages, helps keep your eyes on the road. Plus it just looks cool.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Nice addition

    This is pretty straightforward... and is a decent kit. Add power and ground, route your wiring, and plug your detector in.

    I want to make just a couple things c...Read complete review

    This is pretty straightforward... and is a decent kit. Add power and ground, route your wiring, and plug your detector in.

    I want to make just a couple things clear with this review.

    This DOES work on either Escort or Beltronics detectors (I'm using it with my Bel V955). I wasn't 100% sure it would work, but I preferred the blue LED, so I chanced it.

    This is more than just the regular direct wire kit. It has the functionality of the plug in smart cord that's included with most detectors.

    This is a terrific idea, but I find issues with it's execution.

    The module that displays alerts and has the mute button is unnecessarily large. This makes it tougher to find a place to mount, and uglier once mounted. There is also no way to flush mount it into an interior panel.

    They could really take a lesson from some other automotive companies in this respect. A lot of people, myself included, are very particular about the neatness and factory-installed appearance of their aftermarket accessories. With this kit, there just isn't any good way to keep that appearance.

    It is for these oversights that I only give it 3 stars. It seems to function perfectly, and is well constructed.

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    3.0

    Nice addition

    By Jeremy

    from Palestine, TX

    Pros

      Cons

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          Comments about Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord:

          This is pretty straightforward... and is a decent kit. Add power and ground, route your wiring, and plug your detector in.

          I want to make just a couple things clear with this review.

          This DOES work on either Escort or Beltronics detectors (I'm using it with my Bel V955). I wasn't 100% sure it would work, but I preferred the blue LED, so I chanced it.

          This is more than just the regular direct wire kit. It has the functionality of the plug in smart cord that's included with most detectors.

          This is a terrific idea, but I find issues with it's execution.

          The module that displays alerts and has the mute button is unnecessarily large. This makes it tougher to find a place to mount, and uglier once mounted. There is also no way to flush mount it into an interior panel.

          They could really take a lesson from some other automotive companies in this respect. A lot of people, myself included, are very particular about the neatness and factory-installed appearance of their aftermarket accessories. With this kit, there just isn't any good way to keep that appearance.

          It is for these oversights that I only give it 3 stars. It seems to function perfectly, and is well constructed.

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          5.0

          ...

          By Joe

          from ohio

          About Me Practical

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clear Alert

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • City Driving

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            5.0

            The best accessory for your Escort radar

            By Select Autosports LLC

            from Lake Charles, LA

            About Me Auto Professional, Gearhead

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Alert
            • Durable
            • Easy To Mount
            • Good Sensitivity
            • Neat Features or Extras
            • Versatile

            Cons

            • Not Adjustable

            Best Uses

            • City Driving
            • Highway Driving
            • Larger Cars
            • Rural Driving
            • Small Cars

            Comments about Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord:

            Easy to mute. Love the way it is concealed in my Tundra. Also, the LED indicator flashes with alerts so when listening to loud music you can still be notified.

             
            4.0

            Convenient and clean installation

            By 996c4s02

            from san francisco, ca

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Alert
            • Easy To Mount
            • Good Sensitivity
            • Neat Features or Extras

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Highway Driving
              • Rural Driving

              Comments about Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord:

              No downside to its use - convenient and clean installation - other than cost.

               
              5.0

              makes it neater in the car

              By Olivier

              from Fort lauderdale , FL

              About Me Commuter, Practical

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Clear Alert
              • Easy To Mount

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Larger Cars
                • Small Cars

                Comments about Escort Radar Detector Direct Wire SmartCord:

                I have a Audi Q7 and I wanted something to keep a neat and tidy dashboard.
                this does the trick perfectly!!

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