Escort Solo S2 Cordless Radar and Laser Detector

by Escort

Product Details

Product Manual [824kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 6 x 2 x 4 inches ; 13.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00009K7E3
• Item model number: Solo S2
• Batteries: 2 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

No other radar detector provides the portable convenience and protection of the SOLO S2. It's easy to own and operate. No more cords--just stick it to the windshield, turn it on, and you're ready to go. The SOLO S2 cordless radar detector is ideal for the person who is constantly in and out of rental cars, or just wants the easiest-to-use radar and laser protection.

No other radar detector provides the portable convenience and protection of the SOLO S2. Click to enlarge.

High-resolution graphic LCD display.

Included SmartPlug lets you mute/adjust volume easily.

Protection Without Cables
The SOLO S2's convenient cordless design uses 2 AA batteries (included) to power the device. High-efficiency power management maximizes battery life.

All-Band Protection
The SOLO S2 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; Escort's patented Mute and AutoMute; audible and visual band alerts; and all the performance you'd expect from Escort.

In addition, the SOLO S2's advanced EZ-Programming lets you customize up to 10 features: Power-On Indication, AutoPower, Power-On Sequence, Signal Strength Meter, AutoMute, Audio Tones, City Mode, Brightness Control, Dark Mode, and Bands.

AutoSensitivity Mode
Passport's AutoSensitivity mode provides long-range warning, with minimum false alarms. In this mode, Passport's internal computer continuously analyzes all incoming signals and intelligently adjusts the sensitivity circuits.

You can also select conventional Highway and City 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.

One-Year Limited Warranty
Get extra peace of mind with Escort's one-year limited warranty. The company also offers a two-year extended service plan.

Brilliant Display
The SOLO S2's high-resolution graphic LCD display is simple to read and provides four levels of brightness, including automatic, minimum, medium, maximum, and full dark mode.

What's in the Box
Escort SOLO S2 Cordless Radar and Laser Detector, owner's manual, adjustable quick-release windshield mount, travel case, and set of AA batteries.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

106 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, May 24, 2006

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P. Holt (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Escort Solo S2 Cordless Radar and Laser Detector (Electronics)

Stage: I live in a city of approximately 100K and drive roughly 5 miles to work daily through commercially-populated areas. The daily on-time of my S2 is approximately 45 minutes. I take 1-3 200+ mile round-trip interstate trips once per month. The detector is on continuously at all times while driving. Have owned the S2 for > two years. Before that, owned an 8500 for two years. Before that, used Bells and Cobras.

Battery Life: 2 AAs last me approximately two months. That's 12 AAs per year, or in bulk, approximately $12/yr or $1/mo. Having used a corded 8500 for a couple of years (which I loved) and having power supply failures due to cord fatigue, not having to deal with a cord is worth it, BAR NONE.

Sensitivity: This device is, in my opinion, just as good as the corded Passport models. Scientific tests will refute that, but real-world usage will not. I was worried by an article that said "battery-operated detectors 'sleep' between cycles so are therefore less effective" but in real-world conditions, I do not think this is an issue: the 'sleep' time, if any, is a non-issue.

Controls: I have large hands and fingers. Even so, this device is crisp to use. Navigation of settings, should you decide to change the out-of-box defaults, is simple and straight-forward.

Overall: Nothing compares. No cords. Battery life to cost ratio for such is a non-issue. Real-world sensitivity beyond actual need. No questions asked, the best deal out there for a radar detector, period.

48 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good detection, bad display, June 19, 2006

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Jeffrey Kaplan (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Escort Solo S2 Cordless Radar and Laser Detector (Electronics)

The detection capabilities of this unit are great. I got the S2 a couple years ago so I could use it both on batteries on a motorcycle and plugged in in a car. It works wonderfully in both places, except that the batteries jiggled loose due to the bike's vibration. Solved that by shimming them with a spare foam earplug.

However, much more serious, is the display. About two years ago, I had to send my S2 back to Escort, under warrantee, due to a patch of dead pixels. They replaced the display.

About a year ago, now out of warrantee, I noticed a patch of dead pixels again, and it's growing. Also, the the contrast is decaying to the point where it's nigh-impossible to read during the day, and it is impossible to read at all for the first 20 minutes or so when the temperature is above 80 degrees (Fahrenheit). Maybe the newer units have a better display.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good product - but check warranty with manufacturer, August 9, 2008

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Edward Chapleski "no jacket required" (Not far from AC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Escort Solo S2 Cordless Radar and Laser Detector (Electronics)

The Escort Solo S2 is an excellent radar/laser detector. Two AA batteries provide the power for those who don't wish to deal with cords. Also has the ability to be hard-wired to vehicle 12V power with extra accessory cord kit.

Gives ample warning for radar bands Ka, K and X. Note: X-band radar guns are 1970's-type technology and you will encounter mostly K and the newer Ka band radar gun usage. The Solo S2 will pick up a Ka-using speed enforcer up to a couple miles away - the cheaper detectors give far less warning.

As for laser speed detection, well, it lets you know when you are being targeted. You will not have enough time to slow down unless you are using this in combination will other anti-laser measures such as special license plate covers and diffraction coating on your headlights. This happens because the infra-red laser beam enforcers use only spreads to 18 inches diameter at 500 feet and 36 inches diameter at 1000 feet.

As for the warranty, although I have had no problems, be aware that the manufacturer, Escort Radar, has a whole list of sellers from which purchases of their detectors will NOT BE COVERED BY THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. see http://www.escortradar.com/unauthorized-list.htm