9500ix updating problem

**eric55** · 10-12-2008, 10:49 AM

i just got the ix i plugged it in to my computer and it doesn't go on so the computer doesnt recognize it. i cant plug a power cord into it because all it takes is the funky telephone type wire its gotta be simple i'm just missing something please help thanks

**languy99** · 10-12-2008, 11:09 AM

the 9500ix cannot be powered by the usb, you need to have an external power supply, escort offers one actually Passport 9500ix Radar Detector & Laser Detector Accessories Escort Inc. here or you can get one from radioshack here RadioShack.com - Power & Batteries: Home & office power: AC (Home) adapters: AC-to-DC Portable Power Supply but you will end up paying more for it.

**statusquo** · 10-12-2008, 11:12 AM

Originally Posted by eric55

i just got the ix i plugged it in to my computer and it doesn't go on so the computer doesnt recognize it. i cant plug a power cord into it because all it takes is the funky telephone type wire its gotta be simple i'm just missing something please help thanks

You need the 12 volt power cord in addition to the USB cord.

I use a 12 volt air compressor and battery jumper thing I bought for $50 at local auto parts store. It has a 12 volt cigarette lighter socket on it so I can use the Escort coiled cord in it to supply power to the 9500ix.

Once it is plugged in and then the USB cord, their Detector Tools software will find it and link up.

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