Escort Defender Database...Type of File Format?

 

Hello all! I'm new to the forum and thought I would make my first posting. Does anyone know what POI file format is used in the Escort Defender database? I have an Escort 9500ix radar detector/gps unit with a Defender subscription and I'm curious if it is possible to manipulate the files. I'm interested in personalizing the information uploaded to my unit. For example, I want to manually insert detailed information on speed traps in my town from map data instead of physically "marking" them with the unit. I'm also interested in seeing if I can create earlier alerts to directional red light/speed cameras. The Defender database is good but I just want to personalize it a little. Thanks.

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Garmin nüvi 2597 & Escort 9500ix Radar/Laser/GPS + Escort Live!

question for Cincinnati Microwave

They may have changed their name to Escort Inc. But imho when you spend that much you're going to get decent support. At least that was my experience when I had an Escort a long time ago. Why not simply call them up and ask? I'm pretty sure you cannot gain access to the Garmin Cyclops database. That's why I keep the POI file, because I can search it.

Laser?

I don't mean to be rude, but with so many police departments using portable laser/Lidar, how effective are these units?

Welcome to POI Factory

Welcome to POI Factory forum. You will find a wealth of information on this site. While it is not a list of speed traps, if you continuously monitor and post to this forum, there as a fantastic list of Red Light cameras and Speed Light cameras that is free, and you can download it to your gps.

Again, you must frequently post information to this website, but those 2 lists are extremely accurate and have saved me a few tickets when I am traveling in other states.

Welcome aboard!

How effective are radar detector/GPS units?

VERY EFFECTIVE!

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Garmin nüvi 2597 & Escort 9500ix Radar/Laser/GPS + Escort Live!

$500

They cost $500, they should be effective, otherwise they're toys for the rich...