Hard Wired Radar / Laser Detectors *Merged*

[LouKango]

i did my hardwire install of Valentine One in my 2011 4.6 a few weeks ago.

Hardwired into overhead light console after finding description on Amazon. the below pics are taken from the nice gentleman's amazon pics. Opened sunglasses holder- unscrewed 2 screws. pulled console down slightly. unhooked wiring harnesses and i think maybe 2 more screws that became apparent. you will see the console fits into a black plastic frame/tray that is attached to roof. also remove the black plastic cover that contains mirror power on the top center windshield.

then unplugged harness closest to passenger seat (apparently sunroof harness). using valentine's direct wire power adapter tapped into the middle red wire (switched 12v). purchased another direct wire adapter from Lowes and tapped into the black wire for ground. unplugging and replugging this harness can be a real pain (prepare yourself with alcohol). test connections at this point by turning on V1.

tucked the direct wire adapter stuff up into the roof above the passenger seat. drilled a hole in front portion of black plastic tray and ran Valentine One's power cord through it and to top center windshield. sorry i didn't take a picture. tuck wires away above as best you can then replace overhead light console by reconnecting wiring harnesses, replacing screws, etc. retest connections again. home stretch baby.
i used this mount, because it allows 3D adjustment. installed mount and ran wire- used 1 black tie wrap to hold wire close. good to go. looks similar to this now:

in regards to audi/vw falsing with V1, i have noticed a few times when i couldn't figure out source of obvious falsing and have been able to locate a newer Audi or VW near me. this happens rarely. i have been very happy with the V1 and the hardwired setup. in the next 6 months, i plan to purchase and install Laser interceptor dual.

Thank you for bringing this old thread bad to life. Found lot of information and just finished hard wiring my old escort x50 blue to my genesis via rear view mirror.

 

[Car Fan]

My radar detector is now giving me a false alarm. Its the X band which screams like a banshee after I plugged it into the genny over the weekend. It's a Beltronic V6 that I usually keep in my brief case for use whenever I travel. I've had it several years with no issues. What could be causing the false readings?

 

[tassenza]

The black long thing that comes down from the top of the windshield to the mirror mount just pulls out. Push up from the bottom (by the mirror mount) and then slide out. Then you can see all the wires and splice into the power/ground.

Pixelvisions, there are 6 wires on the 5x2 block. Black, I believe is ground, which is the switched power?

Thank you

5x2 wiring harness for rear view mirror.

Pink | Yel/Red str | Black | White/Blk str | Pink/Blk str |

......|.................|.........| Yel/blk str....|..................|

 

[pixelvisions]

Pixelvisions, there are 6 wires on the 5x2 block. Black, I believe is ground, which is the switched power?

Thank you

5x2 wiring harness for rear view mirror.

Pink | Yel/Red str | Black | White/Blk str | Pink/Blk str |

......|.................|.........| Yel/blk str....|..................|

Pin1... SOLID PINK... is the switched power.

I have saved hundreds of dollars in speeding tickets thanks to my setup... maybe thousands. LOL

 

[Silver Gen]

First I have to say its very confusing how information for the sedan is posted in the coupe section.

I decided to go with what has been described as "the Mac Daddy" of radar detectors; the Escort 9500ci Passport Radar Detector System in my coupe and I'm planning on doing the same in the sedan. It is described as follows, "The Passport 9500ci is the ultimate custom-installed radar and laser defense system. With blistering all-band radar protection and precise laser 'shifting' technology, speeding tickets can be a thing of the past...Real threats are processed in less than a second, while false signals are learned and eliminated...The Passport 9500ci is completely undetectable to all radar detector detectors...crystal clear voice alerts...loaded with our DEFENDER database of red light cameras, speed cameras and known speed traps throughout North America..."

I know it has saved me thousands in ticket costs since having it installed. The only problem, and I don't consider it to be one, is that it is so sensitive it picks up radar from speed signs, building and business automatic "electric radar" doors, etc. But the good thing about it is the GPS unit; it remembers and stores these false signals for the routes I travel and actually remembers them and then doesn't go off when I go that way again. Other than that, I LOVE THIS UNIT! It's a little pricey, but like I said, it's already paid for itself many times over. Car & Driver says this about it, "Overall, the 9500ci is a bit like the Bugatti Veyron: darn expensive, but if you've got the money to spend, you won't be disappointed." and I haven't been! Here it is.

Passport 9500ci LED Warning Light This light flashes red when the detector picks up a radar signal.

Passport 9500ci Display Module This display module tells you the type of radar signal that is detected as well as the strength of the signal by displaying bands.

Passport 9500ci Control Module This is the control module for the unit where you can change the detection strength, volume, mute, display brightness, etc.

Passport 9500ci GPS Module This is the GPS unit that monitors and saves the locations of signals (to stop false alarms) and also red light camera locations, speed trap locations, etc.

Passport 9500ic Radar Detector Unit Inside Car Here is a picture of the interior of the car showing how and where the unit is installed. The LED is at the top of the instrument cluster so its easy to see while driving; the control module is at the top of the HVAC and stereo unit; the display module is in the flip-up door where the key fob holder and cigarette lighter/AC power source is located, and the GPS unit is in front right corner of the car where the dash and windshield meet each other.

 

[mdavid727]

Ok this covers so many ways and I'm so confused - I have a 2013 RSpec and just want to tap into the mirror or overhead connector - which ever is easier - and what color wires do I tap into?

 

[Aquineas]

Just an FYI, it cost me $50 at Best Buy to have this done .

 

[OneFunGenesis]

Took me 10 minutes in my driveway...I win haha

 

[mdavid727]

$80 bucks - turned out well...

 

[mdavid727]

No offense but I wouldn't have best buy plug in my toaster let alone touch my car.

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[Aquineas]

Took me 10 minutes in my driveway...I win haha

lol Touche.

 

[Aquineas]

No offense but I wouldn't have best buy plug in my toaster let alone touch my car.

No offense taken. But I have found the one nearest my home to be no better or worse than any other car stereo place I've gone to. The quality of a car stereo (or other electronics) install is very much a function of the installation technician, not the sign above the door. No worries though, you are free to vote with your pocket-book.

 

[grsams]

I to have a V1 and just received the Blend-mount and mirror tap to tap into the mirror's power. I understand that the black is ground and the solid pink is the power source. However, although the black rectangular space is enough for the tap to fit in as well, the power wire does not seem to have enough room to accommodate the additional space required for the tap power plug. It states "do not force", but even still, it will not seat properly. Any ideas? I have tried all 4 sides of where the power wire sits with no positive result.

 

[stevebxl]

Anyone installed a mirror mount escort in a 2013 Genesis? I'm waiting on the Escort Max.

 

[GenesisCaptain]

I installed the Blendount with my 9500ix. It is awesome. I used the short wiring pigtail that taps into the mirror power. It is very easy and truly blends right into the car.

I am very interested in the Escort Max also. I will wait until there is an updated mirror mount designed for it. (I am not sure if the current Passport 9500ix version would work.)

 

[Butterfinger]

Same here, I just got my R-Spec last week and ordered a Max. Although, they wont ship to Canada, so I'm sending it to a friend in LA.

 

[stevebxl]

I installed the Blendount with my 9500ix. It is awesome. I used the short wiring pigtail that taps into the mirror power. It is very easy and truly blends right into the car.

I am very interested in the Escort Max also. I will wait until there is an updated mirror mount designed for it. (I am not sure if the current Passport 9500ix version would work.)

According to Escort CS, the mounts ARE different for the Max. That's why they include the window "sticky cup" with your purchase. Blendount is working on a mount though. Read that somewhere...

Waiting on my Max too.

 

[gameday22]

I also ordered my Max, says it should be here within 2 weeks. I have the 9500ix and had recently replaced the suction cup mount with the new one available on their site. It sits much closer to the window now and the mount is great so far, hasn't come loose from the window like the old one did a couple times.

 

[stevebxl]

Mirror tap on a 2013 Genesis? Help !

I have an escort Max detector and bought a mirror tap from mirrortap.com.

As I understand it, the pink wire is hot and the black wire in the harness is ground. The problem is that I've tried a couple of different taps to try and "push" the tap into the correct slots on the wire harness, but it's too tight. It won't allow the end piece of the tap to make contact inside the harness.
Anyone have a fix or experience with this?? See pics.

 

[stevebxl]

I installed the Blendount with my 9500ix. It is awesome. I used the short wiring pigtail that taps into the mirror power. It is very easy and truly blends right into the car.

I am very interested in the Escort Max also. I will wait until there is an updated mirror mount designed for it. (I am not sure if the current Passport 9500ix version would work.)

Question: On your car, is the location to tap into your mirror on the back of the mirror? On my 2013, it's above the mirror and I can't seem to push the taps into the wired harness without bending the copper taps.