Escort Solo S3 User manual

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Congratulations
Your new Solo S3 is the most advanced cordless
radar, laser and safety detector available.
The Solo S3 includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and
Safety Warning System radar capability, front and
rear laser detection, digital signal processing (DSP)
for superior range and reduced false alarms, our
patented ~1ute and Auto Mute, audible and visual
band alerts, and all the performance you'd expect
from ESCORT.
In addition, the Solo S3 introduces a new level of
revolutionary cordless performance and innovative
features:
• New long-range cordless performance for both
radar and laser
• New Auto Power feature maximizes battery life
• New brilliant high-resolution OLEO display
• Advanced EZ-Programming lets you customize
up to 9 features
• Exclusive AutoSensitivity mode virtually
eliminates false alarms, plus Highway and City
settings
• ExpertMeter tracks and displays up to 8 radar
signals simultaneously
• Detects and displays up to 64 Safety Warning
System messages
• Compatible with Laser Shifter'M ZR4
If you've used a radar detector before, a review of
the Quick Reference Guide on pages 6 and 7, and the
EZ-Programming information on pages 14-19 will
briefly explain the new features.
If this is your first detector, please read the
· manual in detail to get the most out of your Solo S3's
outstanding performance and innovative features.
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There are 9 user-selectahle options so
you can customize your Solo S3 for your
o~vn preferences.
The buttons labeled VOL and M (Mode)
are also used to enter the Program Mode,
REVIEW your current program settings,
and to CHANGE any settings as desired.
The words PGM, RVW, and CHG arc
located on the front of the detector, and
are highlighted in blue graphics.
How to use EZ-Programming
1 To enter Program Mode, press and
hold one of the VOL buttons and the
M button down for 2 seconds. The
unit will beep twice, and will display the
word F'tN·ogt··.:Hi'L
2 Then press the RVW button to review
the current settings. You can either tap
the button to change from item to item, or
hold the button to scroll through the items.
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.
4 To leave Program Mode, simply wait
8 seconds without pressing any button.
The unit will display Complete, beep 4
times, and return to normal operation.
Solo 53's Factory Settings
To reset Solo S3 to its original factory
settings, press and hold the Mute and
M (Mode) buttons while turning Solo
S3 on. SoloS3's display will provide a
Reset message, accompanied by an
audible alert, acknowledging the reset.
An example of EZ-Programming:
Here is how you would turn Solo S3's
Auto !\lute feature off.
1 Enter the Program Mode by holding
one of the VOL buttons and the .'\1 button
down for 2 seconds. Solo S3 will beep
twice and display Pt··o~;wariL
2 Then hold the RVW button down.
Solo S3 will scroll through the categori(?s,
starting with Pilot Light (Pi lot), then
Auto Power (~F·•.•w), then Power-on
seque11ce (F'r.ow·Cin), then Sig11al Strength
Meter (r•1e t.et), a11d then Auto Mute
(.~P1ut.e) .
3 Release the RVW button when Solo S3
shows the AutoMute item. Since the
factory setti11g is for AutoMate to be on,
Solo 53 will display ~r·1rJte ott
Ifyou accidentally do11 't release the
RVW button in time, simply press the
other VOL button to scroll back to the
desired category
4 Press the CHG button to change from
.;;;r·1ut.e ot·j to .~r·1ut.e OFF.
5 To complete the Programming, simply
wait 8 seconds without pressing any
button. Solo S3 will display Cor,-,plet.e,
beep 4 times, and return to normal
operation.
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Table of Contents
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Quick Refe r ence Cord 3- 4 EZ -Programming 14-19
• ll ow'lb Use EZ-P r ogramming 14
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Quick Reference Gu ide 6-7 •
Example of EZ-Programming 14
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• Overview of EZ-Prog r amming
LS
Installation
8-9 •
Details of EZ-Programm ing
L6- 19
•
Battery Installation 8
•
Opt i ona l l2-volt SmartCord
8
Techn i cal Details
20 - 25
• Mounting Location
8 • 1
nterpreti ng Ale rts 20-21
• WlndshJeld Moun t 9 • How Radar Works 22
• Il ow Laser Wo rk s
23
Controls and Features
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• Power On/Off 10
•
AutoPw r 10 Se rvice
26-31
• Vo lu me Control 10 • Tr oubleshooting 26-27
• Power -on indication/ Alert
lO
• Service 28
• Mute
10 • Wa rr anty 28-29
• AutoMute
10 • Accessories
29
• Sma r tMuteTM 11 • Specifications
30
• Battery Sta tu sI Voltage 11 • Registration
31
• Low Battery Warning 11
• Mode Switc h (l l ighway/Auto/City) 11
• Brightness
ll
• Audible Alerts
12
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Signa l Stre n gth Meter
12
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ExpertMe~er
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Quick
Reference
Guide
'lb
begi11
using
t
he
Solo
S3,
jus
t
fol
lo
w
these
simple
st
eps:
1
Lnstall
(2)
AA
l'xtllcm.os
(includt>tl)
in
the
battery
compartment.
1
Please
note
polarity)
2 \
lount
your
Sob
S3
on
the
wi
nilih
ield
usmg
the
supplied
wincbhlcld
mount.
3
Press
the
Power
button
(
P\\
R)
localt'd
on
the
left
side
of
the
front
panel.
4
Adjust
the
volume
(\01.)
h}
pressing
the
up
and
down
buttons
located
to
the
nght
of
the
display.
Please
read
the
manual
to
full)
understand
So
lo
S3's
operation
and
feat
u
res.
6
EasyMount
Slot
Insert
Solo
S3's
adjustable
Windshield
mount
into
t
his
sk>t.
Pagl!
9
EasyRelease
Button
Press
the
release
button
,
and
slide
the
\\'
i
ntbhield
mount
into
one
of
its
four
locking
positiOn~
Pap,!!
9
Rear
Laser
Port
Receives
lase
r
signab
from
behind
the
\chicle.
Power-On
Indication
Three
LED
's
(green.
yellow.
red)
mounted
between
the
PWR
button
and
t
he
display.
indicate
power
(blinking
in
battery
mode.
solid
when
~tiona!
12
-
vol
t
power
cord
is
used).
These
also
ind
i
cate
the
sensitivity
mode
that
the
unit
is
in,(
"
J-1
"
fo
r
highwa).
"A"
for
AtlloSen~ilirit~,
and
"C"
for
city).
Page
10
Power
P
ress
t
he
P\VR
button
to
tu
rn
So
lo
S3
on.Pr
ess
and
ho
ld
the
P\VR
butt
on
to
turn
Solo
S3
off.
Pa
ge
10
AutoPwr
Feature
The
Solo
S3
will
au
t
omaticall)
sh
ut
off
once
the
vehicle
has
stopped
mo\'ing
for
approximately
25
minutes.
Pflge
16
Radar
Antenna
and
Laser
Lens
The
rea
r
panel
of
yo
ur
Solo
S3
sh
ou
ld
have
a
clea
r
view
of
the
road
ahead.
For
best
performance.
do
n
ot
mount
Solo
S.3
direct!}
behind
windshield
wipers
orti
nted
areas.
Graphic
OLED
Display
Duri
ng
an
ale
r
t,
th
edi
splayw
illl
urn
on
and
indicate
mda
r
band.
and
a
precise
ba
r-graph
of
signal
st
r
eng
th.
Progmmming
op
ti
ons
~
tnd
SW$
messages
are
also
displayed.
NOTE:
\\11en
usi
ng
So
lo
S3
in
battery
mode.
the
displaywillturn
off
au
t
omatically
un
t
il
a
signal
is
deU..'Cted.
or
you
enter
program
mode.
This
rnaximizt'S
batte
ry
Life.\
\
11CJ1using
the
optional12-\olt
Smart
Cord,
the
di
splay
will
remain
on
and
proride
SC\eral
pilotoptionsforpower-on
indication
PaJ:e
16
7
12
-
volt
Power
Jack
For
12-volt
opera
t
ion,
plug
t
he
op
t
ional
Sma
r
tCord
into
this
connector.
Mute
I
Battery
Status
Button
Briefly
prt>s~
this
button
(located
on
top)
to
silence
the
audio
f
or
a
specific
alert.
Pages
10-11
Ear
Phone
Jack
A
st~Uldard
1/8
inch
(or
3.5
mm)
earphone
jac
k
is
locatl'<.l
on
the
right
front
side
of
the
Solo
S3.
Mode
Button
Swi
t
chc:.
:-cnsiti\it}'
between
lhghway,
AutoSensitil•ity,
and
City
settings.
in
genem
l,
we
recommend
t
he
Au
t
oScns!l
i
vity
mode.
Page
If
Volume
Control
Pres.~
t
he
up
or
down
llllllon
to
adjust
th
e
S3's
vo
l
ume
.
Page
10
EZ
-
Programming
SoloS.)
is
r
eady
to
go,
ju~t
plug
it
in
an
d
turn
it
on.
If
you
prefer,
you
can
also
easily
customize
up
to
9f
ea-
turt'S
t
or
your
SJll'Ci
fie
dnr
i
ng
preferences.
Pages
14-19
AutoMute
Solo
S3
's
patented
Auto\lute
automatically
reduces
the
\Oiume
le\'el
of
the
audio
alert
after
a
brief
period
If
you
prefer.
you
can
turn
Auto~
lute
off.
P(/ge
10

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).
Optional12-volt
Smart(ord
To
power
Solo
S3
using
12-volts,
simply
remove
the
power
connector
plug
,
anrl.
insert
the
small
end
of
the
optional
SmartCord,
(telephone
-
type
connector)
into
the
modular
jack
on
Solo
S3's
right
side.
Plug
the
lighter
plug
adapter
into
your
vehicle's
lighter
socket
or
accessory
socket.
The
optional
SmartCord
allows
you
to
operate
the
Solo
S3
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.
8
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
optional12-volt
SmartCord.
Mounting
Location
WARNING!
ESCORT
cannot
anticipate
the
many
ways
Solo
S3
can
be
mounted.
It
is
important
that
you
mount
Solo
S3
where
it
will
not
impair
your
view
nor
present
a
hazard
in
case
of
an
accident.
Where
to
mount
Solo
S3
For
optimum
detection
performance,
we
recommend
the
following:
•
Using
the
supplied
Windshield
Mount,
stick
the
suction
cups
to
the
windshield,
and
mount
your
Solo
S3level
and
high
enough
on
your
front
windshield
to
provide
a
clear
view
of
the
road
ahead.
•
Mount
Solo
S3
away
from
windshield
wipers,
other
solid
objects,
and
heavily
tinted
areas
that
might
obstruct
the
radar
antenna
or
laser
lens.
Windshield
Mount
Solo
S3
's
Easy.Mount
windshield
bracket
is
designed
for
unobtrusive
and
hassle-free
mounting
.
CAUTION!
A
few
vehicles
(including
some
Porsches)
have
windshields
with
a
soft
anti-lacerative
coating
on
the
inside
surface.
Use
of
suction
cups
will
1
Depress
the
adjustment
button
on
the
top
of
Solo
permanently
mar
this
coating.
Consult
your
S3
(above
the
word
"
RELEASE
")
and
slide
the
dealership
or
the
vehicle
owner
's
manual
to
EasyMount
bracket
into
the
slot
until
mount
is
determine
if
your
windshield
has
--.,_~
"-·-·
. .
locked
into
the
position
which
best
fits
the
angle
of
this
coating.
...,_ ._,,
your
windshield
(there
are
four
settings
-""""'~:;::::;:::;;:;:~~=:a::fE]7fSE85~n
~vailable).
For
extremely
horizontal
or
extremely
sloped
windshields,
the
Easy
.Mount
bracket
can
be
bent.
To
ensure
that
the
suction
cups
adhere
to
the
windshield
firmly
,
be
sure
to
keep
both
your
windshield
and
the
suction
cups
clean.
2
To
adjust
Solo
S3
on
your
windshield
,
use
the
EasyMount
adjustment
button
located
on
the
top
of
the
Solo
S3,
and
slide
Solo
S3
forward
or
backward
to
obtain
a
level
horizontal
position.
When
installed
and
adjusted
properly,
the
back
top
edge
of
the
Solo
S3
should
rest
solidly
against
your
windshield.
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User's
Tip
You
can
leave
the
EasvMount
bracket
in
place
on
your
windshield
,
and
·easily
remove
Solo
S3
by
pressing
the
adjustment
button
and
sliding
Solo
S3
off
the
mount.
Again,
be
sure
to
position
the
bracket
where
it
won't
present
a
hazard
in
the
event
of
an
accident.
i\dditional
mounts
are
available.

Controls
and
Features
Power
To
turn
Solo
S3
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.
AutoPwr
(programmable)
To
conserve
battery
life,
the
Solo
S3
will
automatically
go
to
"sleep"
after
the
vehicle
has
stopped
moving
for
25
minutes.
If
the
vehicle
starts
to
move
within
the
next
30
minutes,
your
Solo
S3
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
S3,
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
S3
back
on,
simply
press
the
PWR
button.
Volume
Control
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.
10
Power-On
Indication
I
Alert
Once
Solo
S3's
start-up
sequence
is
complete,
one
of
three
LEOs
(green
,
red
,
yellow)
located
between
the
PWR
button
and
the
display
will
begin
to
blink.
This
indicates
that
Solo
S3
is
operational
,
and
indicates
which
sensitivity
mode
(Highway,
Auto,
or
City)
the
detector
is
in.
If
you
are
using
the
optional
SmartCord
for
12-
volt
power,
you
can
select
alternate
power
-
on
displays.
See
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
The
Mute
button
,
located
on
the
top
case
of
the
Solo
S3
,
allows
you
to
silence
the
audio
alert
during
a
radar
encounter.
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.
AutoMute
Your
Solo
S3
has
our
patented
AutoMute
feature
.
After
Solo
S3
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
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-Programmingsection
(page
17)
for
details
.
SmartMute
Once
a
specific
signal
has
been
muted,
ESCORT's
exclusive
SmartMuterM
feature
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
S3
will
alert
you
at
the
preset
volume
you
selected.
Battery
Status
I
Voltage
The
Mute
button
is
also
a
batter
y
status
button.
Simpl
y
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.
When
using
the
optional
SmartCord
for
12
-
volt
operation
,
pressing
the
Mute
button
will
provide
the
vehicles
voltage.
Low
Battery
Warning
Once
the
batteries
reach
a
specific
voltage
level,
(approximately
1.7
volts)
the
Solo
S3
will
provide
a
low
-
battery
warning.
This
warning
consists
of
an
audible
alert,
along
with
a
corresponding
message.
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Mode
Switch
The
Mode
switch
selects
the
Solo
S3's
sensitivity.
We
recommend
the
Auto
(AutoSensitivity)
mode
for
most
driving.
Solo
S3's
AutoSensitivity
mode
provides
long-
range
warning,
while
virtually
eliminating
false
alarms.
In
this
mode
,
the
Solo
S3
's
internal
computer
continuously
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
sensitivity
is
maintained
on
all
other
bands.
You
can
customize
Solo
S3's
City
mode
sensitivity
See
the
EZ-Programming
section
(page
18)
for
details.
Brightness
Control
The
Solo
S3
provides
four
levels
of
brightness
including
automatic
,
minimum,
medium,
maximum
and
full
dark
mode.
The
Solo
S3
is
shipped
using
the
automatic
setting,
which
will
adjust
the
brightness
automatically
based
on
the
ambient
light
in
y
our
vehicle.
You
may
also
select
one
of
the
fixed
brightness
levels
(min,
med
,
max)
in
the
EZ-Programming
section.
See
page
18
for
details.

Controls and Features
For more discreet operation, the Solo S3 also has
a 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.
NOTE: When using the optional12-volt
SmartCord while the Solo S3 is in dark mode, all
visual alerts will be indicated on the SmartCord
itself.
Audible Alerts
For Radar signals:
Solo S3 uses a Geiger-counter-like sound to
indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal
being encountered. When you encounter radar, a
distinct Audible Alert will sound and increase in rate
as 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
identification. X-band = beep tone, K-band = raspy
brap tone, Ka-band = double-brap tone.
For Laser signals:
Since Laser signals are a possible threat no
matter how weak, Solo S3 alerts you to all laser
signals with a full laser alert.
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For Safety signals:
Solo S3 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.
Signal Strength Meter
Solo S3's alphanumeric graphic display provides an
intuitive display of signal strength and text messages.
Solo S3's standard bar-graph signal strength
meter only displays information on a single radar
signal. If there are multiple signals present, Solo
S3's internal computer determines which is the most
important threat to show on the bar-graph meter.
When Solo S3 detects radar, it displays the band
(X, K, or Ka), and a precise bar graph of the signal
strength. When Solo S3 detects a laser signal, the
display will show "LASER."
NOTE: If you are operating Solo S3 in Dark Mode,
the display will not light when a signal is detected-
only the audio alert will be heard.
ExpertMeter
Solo S3's ExpertMeter option is an advanced display
for experienced detector users. Please use Solo S3 for
a few weeks to get familiar with its other features
before using ExpertMeter.
To use the ExpertMeter instead of the standard
bar graph meter, select ExpertMeter in Solo S3's EZ"
Programming (see page 17).
Solo S3's ExpertMeter simultaneously tracks up
to 8 radar signals. It shows you detailed information
on up to 2 Ka-band, 2 K-band, and 4 X-band signals.
ExpertMeter can help you spot a change in your
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.
Above is the Exper!Meter DL1play ifSolo S:3 was
detecting 2 strong Ka-band, 2 strong K-band,
and4 strong :fband signals.
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 S3 will also be in Expertlvleter: an X with a
single vertical line.
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A few more examples will help you better see how
the ExpertMeterworks.
Here ExpertMeter shows I strong K-band
signal, and three X- band signals, two strong and
one weak.
Here ExpertMeter shows I weak Ka-band
signal, and three weak :fband signals.
On very weak signals, there will not be a
vertical line at all. This shows a very weak
:fband signal.
ExpertMeter Details
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.

EZ·Programming
There are 9 user-selectable options so you can
customize your Solo S3 for your own preferences.
The Mode button ("M") and the "VOI;' buttons (up
or down arrows) are used to enter the programming,
REVIEW your current program settings, and to
CHANGE any settings a.<> desired. The letters "PGM"
(program), RVW (review), and CHG (change) are
located on the front of the detector, and are
highlighted in blue graphics. Pages 16-19 explain
each option in more detail.
How to use EZ-Programming
1 To enter Program Mode, press and hold either
of the "VOL" (up or down) buttons, and the "M"
(mode) down for 2 seconds. The unit will beep
twice, and will displc~v tbe word "Program."
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.
3 Press the CHG button to change any setting.
You can either tap the button to change from
setting to setting, or hold tbe button to scroll
tbrough all the options.
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.
To quickly reset Solo S3 to the factory program
settings, press and hold the Mute and M (Mode)
buttons while turning Solo S3 on.
Example of EZ-Programming
Here is how you would turn Solo S3's Auto Mute
feature off.
1 Enter the Program Mode by holding one of the
VOL buttons and "M" (mode) button down for 2
seconds. Solo S3 will beep twice and display
"Program."
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2 Then hold the RVW button down. Solo S3 will
scroll through tbe categories. starting with Pilot
options, Auto-Power, Power-On sequence, Signal
Strength Meter, AutoMute, 7bnes, Ci(v sensitivity,
Brightness, and Bands.
3 Release the RVW button when Solo S3 shows the
Auto Mute item. Since the factory setting isfor
AutoMute to be on, Solo S3 will dz~play "aMute
ON '' (Jfyou 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."
5 To complete the Programming, simply wait 8
seconds without pressing any button. Solo S3 will
display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to
normal operation.
'·
Overview of EZ-Programming
Press the RVW button to go -----.
from one (ategory to the next
l
PILOT LIGHT
(Options using
12-volt SmartCord)
AUTO POWER
POWER-ON SEQUENCE
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER
AUTOMUTE
AUDIOTONES
CITY MODE SENSITIVITY
BRIGHTNESS
BANDS
*solo 53's Factory Settings
To reset Solo S3 to its original factory
settings, press and hold the Mute and
M (Mode) buttons while turning Solo
S3 on. Solo S3's display will provide a
"Reset" message, accompanied by an
audible alert, acknowledging the reset.
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E:t-· t.
E:ands
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Ka
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.------ Press the CHG button to (hange
your setting within a (ategory
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+
+.
>
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t·1ot.n
Time
Off
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F~::T
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t·1 It·l
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DAF.:~<
DFT
* Full word: Highway or Auto or City
Letter: H
or A or C
Letter,
with scanning dot
Symbol: + or • or-
Symbol, with scanning dot
Scanning symbol
*Uses motion to turn Solo S3 off
Uses time to turn Solo S3 off
Turn Solo S3 on and off manually
*Standard
power-on sequence
Fast power-on sequence
*Standard signal strength meter
Expert Meter
*AutoMute on
AutoMute off
*Standard tones
Loud tones
*Standard City mode sensitivity
Low X-band sensitivity in City Mode
No X-band sensitivity in City Mode
*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
*Default bands selected
t·10[1
One or more bands are disabled
.-----Turn bands"ON"or"OFF"by
f pressing
the Mute button
ot..J or OFF *X-band detection on
ot·l or OFF *K-band detection on
ot·l or OFF
*Ka-band detection on
ot·l or OFF
*Laser detection on
ot·i or OFF
* SWS detection off
O~l or OFF
* VG2 detection off
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Details of EZ·Programming
Pilot Light (12-volt power only)
~ ..
1 +
1-11 I' ' (F II d . t" )
r-·1 .. 0 ... _ _._.},1_ u escnp 10n
In this setting, Solo S3 will display "Highway," "City,"
or "Auto" as its power-on indication. (factory
default)
Filot H (Letter)
In this setting, Solo S3 will display "H" for Highway,
"C" for City, and "/\' for Auto.
F'i lot H. > (Letter with scanning dot)
In this setting, Solo S3 will display "H" for Highway,
"C" for City, and "/\' for Auto. Also, a single dot will
continuously scroll across the display.
Fi l.::o_t__± (Symbol)
In this setting, Solo S3 will display "+" for Highway,
"." for Auto, and "-" for City.
Fi lot +.>(Symbol with scanning dot)
In this setting, Solo S3 will display"+" for Highway,
"." for Auto, and "-" for City. Also, a single dot will
continuously scroll across the display.
Fi lot +>(Scanning symbol)
In this setting, Solo S3 will display"+" for Highway,
"." for Auto, and "-" for City. Each will continuously
scroll across the display.
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Auto Power
aF'i.•.!t"· t·iotn (Standard)
In this setting, Solo S3 maximizes battery life by
intelligently shutting down once your vehicle has
become motionless for approximately 25 minutes.
After this time, the Solo S3 will go into a "sleep"
mode for approximately 30 minutes. However, if the
Solo S3 senses movement within this "sleep" time,
the Solo S3 will wake up and prompt you (both
audibly and visually) to see if you would like to
return to an active mode. If yes, simply press any
button.
If not, the Solo S3 will shut off completely,
maximizing battery life.
.::tF! .. .!t"· Tiu 1e
In this setting, Solo S3 will shut off completely after
no signals are detected for approximately 45 minutes.
In this setting, Solo S3 requires that you turn it on
and off manually using the PWR button.
Power-on Sequence
P: .. w·On :::;T[! (Standard)
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S3, it will
display "Solo S3," "LASER," "Ka-band," "K-band,"
"X-band," followed by a briefX-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, (i.e. "X OFF").
F'1.o.:r·On £:2I (Fast power-on)
In this setting, Solo S3 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.
NOTE: If the batteries need to be replaced, a low-
battery alert will be provided during both power-on
sequences.
Signal Strength Meter
!·i.=o t.=or·· :::;TD (Standard meter)
In this setting, the meter displays the band of the
received signal, and a bar graph shows the relative
signal strength. (factory default)
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rie -::.er·· F;:.=:F (Expert Meter)
In this setting, the meter simultaneously tracks
multiple radar signals. It can display up to 2 Ka band,
2K band, and 4X band signals at the same time.
NOTE: The Expertl'vleter feature is explained in
more detail on page 13.
AutoMute
~!·!1Ae_1HJ (Autol'vlute on)
In this setting, Solo S3's audio alerts will initially be
at the volume you set, but after a few seconds, Solo
S3 will automatically reduce the volume level, to
keep you informed, but not annoyed. (factory
default)
.::;!·!:.~ te OFF (Auto Mute off)
With Autol'vlute off, Solo S3's audio alerts will
remain at the volume you set for the duration of the
radar encounter.
Audio Tones
Tone :::;TD (Standard tones)
This setting uses more pleasing tones. (factory
default)
Tone LOUD (Loud tones)
This setting uses tones that are more piercing. This
setting is recommended for louder vehicles.

Details of EZ·Programming
City Mode Sensitivity
Ci t1d : :;Ti:::i (Standard)
In this setting, when you put Solo S3 in the City
mode, X-band sensitivity is significantly reduced, to
reduce annoyance from X-band intrusion alarms
and motion sensors. (factory default)
Ci t:::l Lo:;.:: (LowX-bandsensitivity)
In this setting, when you put Solo S3 in the City
mode, 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.
Ci t.1; t·~o:=-=: (No X-band sensitivity)
In this setting, when you put Solo S3 in the City
mode, Solo S3 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 S3 is
operated in City mode.
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Brightness
E:t-· t H!_i+,..::• (Automatically adjusts)
In this setting, the Solo S3's display and pilot lights
will adjust automatically based on the vehicles
interior brightness. (factory default)
t:;r-·t i:'1H·i (Minimum)
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S3, the
display will be at the lowest brightness.
E:r--t. _t1E!:i (Medium)
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S3, the
display will be at the medium brightness.
Pd. i'1A:=< (Maximum)
In this setting, each time you turn on Solo S3, the
display will be at the maximum brightness.
E:r-- t _CL=:!r-·k (Dark)
In this setting, Solo S3's display will be totally dark,
even during an alert Only the audible alert will tell
you of detected signals.
Bands ON/OFF
E:.~nds DFT
- -- --
In this setting, the default radar and laser
frequencies are monitored. This is the factory
setting, and it is highly recommended that you use
your Solo S3 in this mode.
;:.::_ Of-i (X-band detection on- factory default)
f< Dr-~ (K-band detection on- factory default)
r<.::; Of·i (Ka-band detection on- factory default)
L:3F:: Dr·~ (Laser detection on- factory default)
9.1.!::; QFF (Safety Warning Systems detection
off- factory default)
1.)(32 CifF (VG2 detection off- factory default) If
the VG2 band (Radar detector detector) i~ turned on,
VG2 units will be detected with an audible and
visual alert Once detected, Solo S3's internal
oscillator will shut down for a period of time,
making it undetectable. Solo S3's oscillator will then
periodically turn back on to see if the VG 2 unit is
still present If not, Solo S3 will return to normal
operation.
NOTE: With VG2 detection on, other radar
detectors could be detected as welL
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.
NOTE: If you have turned off a band, Solo S3 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).
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Technical Details
Interpreting Alerts
Although Solo S3 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 S3 and how to interpret what
it tells you. The specific type of radar being used, the
Alert
• Solo S3 begins to sound slowly, then the rate of
alert increases until the alert becomes a solid tone.
The Signal Meter ramps accordingly.
• Solo S3 emits short alerts for a few seconds and
then falls silent only to briefly alert and fall silent
again.
• Solo S3 suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the
appropriate band received. All segments in the
Signal Strength Meter are lit.
• A brief laser alert.
• Solo S3 receives weak signals. These signals may
be a little stronger as you pass large, roadside objects.
The signals increase in frequency.
type of trans-mission (continuous or instant-on)
and the location of the radar source affect the radar
alerts vou receive.
Th~ following examples will give you an
introduction to understanding Solo S3's warning
system for radar, laser and safety alerts.
Explanation
• You are approaching a continuous radar source
aimed in your direction.
• An instant-on radar source is being used ahead of
you and out of your view.
• An instant-on radar source or laser source is being
used nearby. This kind of alert requires immediate
attention!
• Laser is being used in the area. Because laser is
inherently difficult to detect, any laser alert may
indicate a source very close by.
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• A moving patrol car with continuous radar is over-
taking you from behind. Because these signals are
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.
Alert
• Solo S3 alerts slowly for awhile and then abruptly
jumps to a strong alert.
• Solo S3 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of
alerts may be consistent or vary wildly.
• Solo S3 alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of
signal increases with each alert.
• Solo S3 gives an X-band alert intermittently.
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Explanation
• You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a
hill or an obstructed curve.
• 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.
• A patrol car is approaching from the other
direction, sampling traffic with instant-on radar.
Such alerts should he taken seriously.
• 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.
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.

Technical
Details
How
Radar
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
origi
nat
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.
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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
S3
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
fam
i
I
iar
with
the
sources
of
these
pseudo
alarms
in
your
daily
driving,
they
will
serve
as
confirmation
that
your
Solo
S3's
radar
detection
abilities
are
fully
operational.
How
Laser
(Lidar)
Works
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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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
I
i
ne
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.

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 S3 can display are
listed on the facing page.
From the factory, your Solo S3 is programmed
with SWS decoding OFF. If SWS is used in your
area, your Solo S3 will display the safety messages
associated with the signal. If you wish to detect this
system, use the EZ-Programming feature to turn
Solo S3'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 S3'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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SWS Safety Radar Text Messages
1 l.l.lod:: Zone
2 F.:oad
3 E:t-·idge
4 IJ.Iod:: Ct-·ei.'J
5 l.l.lod:: Cr·e•.'J
6 Det,xw
7 Tr-·I .. K.k
8 t•li_;s f.E:r: i t.
9 F.:tlane
Closed
Closed
Hi gh1.,Ja1::1
Utilit.1::l
Closed
10 CntrL.:lne Closed
11 Le f t.L.:lne Ci osed
12 F1 .. ~hwe
Use
13 F'ol ice
14 Tt-·ain
15 LOI.I.I 01
•
.Jet"·pass
16 E:t-· i dgeUp
17 E:t-· i dge i.dt. Lirf;i t
18 Poc.f::::n id At-·ea
19 ::;chool
Zone
20 f;:;).:ld
21 ::;hat- ·p Cur·I . .Je
22 Ct-·o~:::~.'.i.:l i k
23 Deet~
24 E:l ind m-· De.:lf Kid
25 ::; te~.=opUse Loi.;Ji:JE • at-·
26 Ace i. dent.
27 Poot"·Po.::;d ::;w-· r.:;ce
28 Loading 3cho i E:us
29 Don tPass
30 Dangrous Intrsect
31 Eri';E·t .. -gnc•::~ !..Jeh i c l e
32 F1 .. d.1 .. W·e
Use
25
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
Highl.1.lind
Hea'.
..'l;:iFog
Flooding
E:t-· i dg Ice
F.:oadice
Dust.
E: l 01.1.1 i ng
:::and Blowing
E: l i nd i ng ::;nOI!J
Ft~ t.w-·e Use
I nsp ::; tn Open
T.- -··· ,- . .1.-
.i. r i:::·F..i ·=· i .. ri
F.:educed
Expect.
1 (1 th n
2~3 t· iin
3(1 thn
i Hoi_~r-·
Tt-·afflc
F'a;::i
Tt-·ucks
Tt-·l_~cks
Ft~hu-·e
Emet-·g
Pol ice
01
•
..'et-·s i ze
Closed
Speed
Enfm-·ced
E::dt
Dela1::1
Del-~i::f
··-, -·.
i...l'= J. -::11::1
Delai::l
Dela1::i
Toll
E:•:i t.Pght
E:r: i t.Le ft.
Use
l.Jeh t·1o' . ..' i ng
Pur·st~i t.
i. .Jehicle
i..Jehicle

Troubleshooting
Problem
• Solo S3 beeps briefly at the same
location every day, but no radar source is
insight.
• Solo S3 does not seem sensitive to radar
or laser.
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.
• Make sure that windshield wipers do not block Solo S3's radar
antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas.
• Determine if your vehicle has an lnstaclearTM' ElectriClearT"
or solar reflective windshield which may deflect radar or laser
signals.
• Solo S3 may be in City Mode.
• Solo S3 did not alert when a police car • VASCAR, (Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder) a
was in view. stopwatch method of speed detection, may be in use.
• Officer may not have radar or laser unit turned on.
• Solo S3 did not provide a Safety signal • Safety transmitters may not be commonly used in your area.
while within range of an emergency
vehicle.
• Solo S3's display is not working. • Solo S3 is in Full Dark Mode. See page 18 for details.
• Solo S3's audible alerts are less loud • Solo S3 is in AutoMute Mode. See page 10 for details.
after the first few alerts.
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• Solo S3 bounces or sags on windshield. • Solo S3 is not making contact with the windshield to provide
stability. While holding down Solo S3's EasyRelease button,
slide Solo S3 further back toward the windshield so that the
back top edge makes firm contact.
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Problem
• Solo S3's power-on sequence reoccurs
while you are driving.
• Your 14-year old son has changed all9
of the EZ-Programming options.
• Solo S3 will not turn on.
• Solo S3 feels very warm.
Explanation of Displays
Solution
• A loose power connection or dirty lighter socket can cause
Solo S3 to be briefly disconnected.
• You can return all of the programming options to the factory
defaults by holding down the MUTE and MODE (M) buttons
while you turn Solo S3 on.
• Check for proper battery installation.
• Install new batteries.
• It is normal for Solo S3 to feel warm when it's on.
No display Solo S3 is in the Dark mode, and is programmed for Full Dark (page 18)
F' i lo tH!.:J'r' One of the many pilot programming messages (pages 16)
i.:.!or+Z:•ne One of the many Safety Radar messages (pages 24-25)
C.3ution Solo S3 has detected a Safety Radar Signal, but the signal isn't yet strong
enough to decode the specific safety message (page 25)
>=:I, or t=:: i ,or t:::A! etc. Solo S3 has been programmed in the ExpertMeter Mode (page 12-13)
~.)(32.
Solo S3 has detected a VG2 unit (radar detector detector)
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Service
Servi'e Pro,edure
If your Solo S3 ever needs service, please follow these
simple steps:
1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual.
It may have a solution to your problem.
2 Call us at 1-800-543-1608. We may be able to
solve your problem over the phone. If the problem
requires that you send your Solo S3 to the factory for
repair, we will provide you with a Service Order
Number, which must be included on the outside of
your shipping box.
Enclose The Following Information With Your
Solo S3:
Your Service Order Number
Your name and return address
Your daytime telephone number
A description of the problem you are experiencing.
Out Of Warranty Repairs
for out of warranty repairs, include prepayment in
the amount you were quoted by the ESCORT
Customer Service Representative. If the detector has
been damaged, abused or modified, the repair cost
will be calculated on a parts and labor basis. If it
exceeds the basic repair charge, you will be
contacted with a quotation. If the additional
payment is not received within 30 days (or if you
notify us that you choose not to have your Solo S3
repaired at the price quoted), your Solo S3 will be
returned, without repair. Payment can be made by
check, money order, or credit card.
Ship Solo S3 to:
ESCORT
Customer Service Department
Return Authorization Number ___________
5440 West Chester Road
West Chester OH 45069
For your own protection, we recommend that you
ship your Solo S3 postpaid and insured. Insist on a
proof of delivery, and keep the receipt until the
return of your Solo S3.
Warre~ntyancl Accessories
ESCORT One Year Limited Warranty
ESCORT warrants your Solo S3 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:
The sole responsibility of ESCORT under this
Warranty is limited to either repair or, at the option
of ESCORT, replacement of the Solo S3 detector.
There are no expressed or implied warranties,
including those of fitness for a particular purpose
or 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, or mounting of the Solo S3. Some states do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.
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 S3 has been removed, or
if your Solo S3 has been subjected to physical abuse,
improper installation, or modification.
ESCORT Extended Warranty
A''essories
The following accessories and replacement parts are
available for Solo S3:
T\vo 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 SmartCord module that you wire into your
electrical system, with an 8 foot straight cord to
route to your Solo S3.
• 12-Volt Coiled SmartCord • $29.95
• SuperCop w;udsh;cld >1ount • $1~
•
• Windshield Mount with Suction Cups • $9.95
ESCORT offers an optional extended warranty plan. • Zippered Travel Case •
Contact ESCORT Sales for details at 800-433-3487.
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Slleclftclliotls
Features and Specifications
Operating Bands
• X-band 10.525 GHz ±25 MHz
• K-band 24.150 GHz ± 100 ~1Hz
• Ka-band 34.700 GHz ± 1300 MHz
• Laser 904nm, 33 MHz bandwidth
Radar Receiver I 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 OLED Display
• Standard Bar Graph or ExpertMeter
• 5-Brightness Levels Including Automatic and Dark
Power Requirement
• 3 Volts DC, (2) "AA" batteries
• Optionall2-Volt SmartCord
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Programmable Features
• Pilot Light
• Auto Power
• Power-On Sequence
• Signal Strength Meter
• AutoMute
• Audio Tones
• City Mode Sensitivity
• Display Brightness
• Radar I 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)
Reglst.-ution
Important Product Registration Information
If you purchased your Solo S3 directly from ESCORT,
you are automatically registered with us.
If you did not purchase your Solo S3 directly from
ESCORT, please register online at:
www.Escortlnc.com
Or, for your convenience, you may also fill out
the enclosed registration card and return it to us
postage pre-paid.
Thank you for your business.
ESCORT
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online:
@WWW.
Escort I nc.com

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Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Your new SOLO 53 is equipped with
a battery-saving feature called /JAuto Power."
This feature automatically shuts off the detector
once your vehicle has stopped moving for
approximately 20 minutes.
To change this setting, or for more information
see page 16 in your Owner's Manual.
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