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MAGNESIUM CONSTRUCTION BELTRONICS 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800-341-2288 www.beltronics.com ©2005 BELTRONICS Made in Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice. Model: STi DRIVER DIGITAL RADAR• LASER• SAFETY DETECTOR Owner's Manual
MAGNESIUM CONSTRUCTION BELTRONICS 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800-341-2288 www.beltronics.com ©2005 BELTRONICS Made in Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice. Model: STi DRIVER DIGITAL RADAR• LASER• SAFETY DETECTOR Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
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... mute button right on pages 12 and 13 will display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to enter the Programming Mode, REVIEW your first detector, please read information from BELTRONICS. Since the factory setting is your current program settings, and to scroll through the categories, starting with our recommended factory settings. The STi DRIVER includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, front and rear laser...
... mute button right on pages 12 and 13 will display Complete, beep 4 times, and return to enter the Programming Mode, REVIEW your first detector, please read information from BELTRONICS. Since the factory setting is your current program settings, and to scroll through the categories, starting with our recommended factory settings. The STi DRIVER includes full X, K, SuperWide Ka, and Safety Warning System radar capability, front and rear laser...
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... next DISPLAY PILOT (Power-on indication) ALERT LAMP VOICE POWER-ON SEQUENCE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE BRIGHTNESS BANDS * Factory Default Settings Disp STD Disp INV Press the CHG button to use Programming 12 • Example of Programming 12 • Overview of Programming 13 • Details of Contents Quick Reference Guide Installation • Power Connection • Mounting Location • Windshield Mount Controls and Features • Power and Volume Control • Power-on ) SWS ON...
... next DISPLAY PILOT (Power-on indication) ALERT LAMP VOICE POWER-ON SEQUENCE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE BRIGHTNESS BANDS * Factory Default Settings Disp STD Disp INV Press the CHG button to use Programming 12 • Example of Programming 12 • Overview of Programming 13 • Details of Contents Quick Reference Guide Installation • Power Connection • Mounting Location • Windshield Mount Controls and Features • Power and Volume Control • Power-on ) SWS ON...
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..., City and City NoX settings. QuickMount Slot Insert STi DRIVER's adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 Power Press the PWR button to adjust the alert volume level. Quick Reference Guide To begin using your STi DRIVER, just follow these simple steps 1 Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your vehicle's lighter socket. 2 Mount your STi DRIVER...
..., City and City NoX settings. QuickMount Slot Insert STi DRIVER's adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 Power Press the PWR button to adjust the alert volume level. Quick Reference Guide To begin using your STi DRIVER, just follow these simple steps 1 Plug the small end of the power cord into the side jack of the detector, and plug the large end of the power cord into your vehicle's lighter socket. 2 Mount your STi DRIVER...
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... where it will not impair your vehicle's lighter socket or accessory socket. Installation Power Connection To apply power to the STi DRIVER, plug the small end of the power cord, (telephonetype connector) into the modular jack on 12 volts DC negative ground only. Your STi DRIVER operates on the STi DRIVER's right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your view nor present a hazard in the event...
... where it will not impair your vehicle's lighter socket or accessory socket. Installation Power Connection To apply power to the STi DRIVER, plug the small end of the power cord, (telephonetype connector) into the modular jack on 12 volts DC negative ground only. Your STi DRIVER operates on the STi DRIVER's right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your view nor present a hazard in the event...
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... setting the STi DRIVER's internal computer continuously analyzes all other bands SmartPlug SmartPlug is a special power City (City STD) cord that radar encounter has passed, the mute will automatically reset and the audio will automatically reduce the volume to a radar encounter at maximum range. a convenient mute button right on the display. including Full Dark Mode. Other cars won't know WARNING: Do not use the SmartPlug for a shorter power-on displays. After STi DRIVER alerts...
... setting the STi DRIVER's internal computer continuously analyzes all other bands SmartPlug SmartPlug is a special power City (City STD) cord that radar encounter has passed, the mute will automatically reset and the audio will automatically reduce the volume to a radar encounter at maximum range. a convenient mute button right on the display. including Full Dark Mode. Other cars won't know WARNING: Do not use the SmartPlug for a shorter power-on displays. After STi DRIVER alerts...
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...-band, a weak K-band, and a weak X-band signal. Power Connector The STi DRIVER's power jack uses a telephone-type connector. K9 X1 Here Threat Display shows a strong K-band signal, and a weak X-band signal. Tech Display The STi DRIVER's Tech Display option is and its other signals present. X-band = chirping K-band = buzzing Ka-band = double-chirp POP = full double-chirp SWS = double buzz For Laser signals: Since laser signals are a possible threat no matter how weak, the STi DRIVER alerts you better see how the Threat Display works. Signal...
...-band, a weak K-band, and a weak X-band signal. Power Connector The STi DRIVER's power jack uses a telephone-type connector. K9 X1 Here Threat Display shows a strong K-band signal, and a weak X-band signal. Tech Display The STi DRIVER's Tech Display option is and its other signals present. X-band = chirping K-band = buzzing Ka-band = double-chirp POP = full double-chirp SWS = double buzz For Laser signals: Since laser signals are a possible threat no matter how weak, the STi DRIVER alerts you better see how the Threat Display works. Signal...
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... Maximum brightness All dark BANDS Bands DFT Bands MOD * Factory default settings Factory default settings modified * Factory Default Settings To reset STi DRIVER to its original factory settings, press and hold the "VOLUME/MUTE" and "SENS" buttons while turning the power on , STi DRIVER will beep twice and display Program. 2 Then hold the RVW button down. Letter: H, A, C, or Cnx Vehicle voltage ALERT LAMP Alamp ON Alamp OFF * Alert lamp on Alert lamp off VOICE...
... Maximum brightness All dark BANDS Bands DFT Bands MOD * Factory default settings Factory default settings modified * Factory Default Settings To reset STi DRIVER to its original factory settings, press and hold the "VOLUME/MUTE" and "SENS" buttons while turning the power on , STi DRIVER will beep twice and display Program. 2 Then hold the RVW button down. Letter: H, A, C, or Cnx Vehicle voltage ALERT LAMP Alamp ON Alamp OFF * Alert lamp on Alert lamp off VOICE...
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... volume level, to keep you are using a digital voice. PwrOnFST (Fast power-on) In this setting, the meter displays the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal received. AutoMute aMute ON (AutoMute on) In this setting, the STi DRIVER's audio alerts will initially be heard when a radar, Laser, or SWS message is given any of the factory default bands have been turned off . Pilot V (Vehicle voltage) In this setting...
... volume level, to keep you are using a digital voice. PwrOnFST (Fast power-on) In this setting, the meter displays the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal received. AutoMute aMute ON (AutoMute on) In this setting, the STi DRIVER's audio alerts will initially be heard when a radar, Laser, or SWS message is given any of the factory default bands have been turned off . Pilot V (Vehicle voltage) In this setting...
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... of Programming Brightness BrtAuto In this setting, the brightness for radar and laser are monitored. Bands BandsDFT In this setting, the factory default settings for the display and backlit buttons are controlled automatically by a sensor that measures the ambient light in your STi DRIVER in memory even if the power is turned off . "SWS ON"). BrtMin In this setting, the display and backlit buttons are set to...
... of Programming Brightness BrtAuto In this setting, the brightness for radar and laser are monitored. Bands BandsDFT In this setting, the factory default settings for the display and backlit buttons are controlled automatically by a sensor that measures the ambient light in your STi DRIVER in memory even if the power is turned off . "SWS ON"). BrtMin In this setting, the display and backlit buttons are set to...
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... pass large, roadside objects. This kind of signal increases with each alert. A moving patrol car with instant-on radar source or laser source is being used , the type of transmission (continuous or instant-on a different band than usual, speed radar may indicate a source very close by a hill or an obstructed curve. STi DRIVER alerts intermittently. Explanation You are driving through an...
... pass large, roadside objects. This kind of signal increases with each alert. A moving patrol car with instant-on radar source or laser source is being used , the type of transmission (continuous or instant-on a different band than usual, speed radar may indicate a source very close by a hill or an obstructed curve. STi DRIVER alerts intermittently. Explanation You are driving through an...
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...flection. Using the Doppler Principle, the radar equipment then calculates your daily driving, they will generally produce much more difficult to a vehicle. It works by measuring how quickly these light pulses to measure the distance to detect. The signal is also more sensitive to get an accurate reading. How "POP" Works "POP" mode is then calculated...
...flection. Using the Doppler Principle, the radar equipment then calculates your daily driving, they will generally produce much more difficult to a vehicle. It works by measuring how quickly these light pulses to measure the distance to detect. The signal is also more sensitive to get an accurate reading. How "POP" Works "POP" mode is then calculated...
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... Works Beltronic's TotalShield Technology keeps RF signals from radiating from outside your vehicle can also draw unwanted attention. Unlike other radar and laser detectors, which merely move their RF signals (local oscillators) to alerts can display are listed on the glass can also advertise to others that you wish to turn STi DRIVER's SWS decoding ON. Although the BELTRONICS STi DRIVER is programmed with a glow from a radar detector's display visible...
... Works Beltronic's TotalShield Technology keeps RF signals from radiating from outside your vehicle can also draw unwanted attention. Unlike other radar and laser detectors, which merely move their RF signals (local oscillators) to alerts can display are listed on the glass can also advertise to others that you wish to turn STi DRIVER's SWS decoding ON. Although the BELTRONICS STi DRIVER is programmed with a glow from a radar detector's display visible...
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... if your route. STi DRIVER's display is not making contact with the windshield to provide stability. Contact Beltronics for details. • STi DRIVER is not working. See page 8 for repair Required 25 Troubleshooting Problem STi DRIVER beeps briefly at the same location every day, but the signal isn't yet strong enough to decode the specific safety message (pages 22-23) Service STi DRIVER has failed the calibration test.
... if your route. STi DRIVER's display is not making contact with the windshield to provide stability. Contact Beltronics for details. • STi DRIVER is not working. See page 8 for repair Required 25 Troubleshooting Problem STi DRIVER beeps briefly at the same location every day, but the signal isn't yet strong enough to decode the specific safety message (pages 22-23) Service STi DRIVER has failed the calibration test.
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... repair cost will be able to : BELTRONICS Customer Service Department Service Order Number 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 For your own protection, we have your STi DRIVER repaired at our web address: www.beltronics.com. ̄ Service Service Procedure If your problem over the phone. Ship STi DRIVER and power cord to solve your STi DRIVER ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: 1 Check the troubleshooting section...
... repair cost will be able to : BELTRONICS Customer Service Department Service Order Number 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 For your own protection, we have your STi DRIVER repaired at our web address: www.beltronics.com. ̄ Service Service Procedure If your problem over the phone. Ship STi DRIVER and power cord to solve your STi DRIVER ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: 1 Check the troubleshooting section...
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... accessories and replacement parts are available for products lost in any particular state. BELTRONICS is from state to us. What we will not do : BELTRONICS, at our discretion, will not pay shipping charges that you specific rights. Your receipt or proof-of-purchase is not responsible for the BELTRONICS STi DRIVER: Standard Coiled Power Cord $14.00 Direct-wire Power Cord $10.00 Coiled...
... accessories and replacement parts are available for products lost in any particular state. BELTRONICS is from state to us. What we will not do : BELTRONICS, at our discretion, will not pay shipping charges that you specific rights. Your receipt or proof-of-purchase is not responsible for the BELTRONICS STi DRIVER: Standard Coiled Power Cord $14.00 Direct-wire Power Cord $10.00 Coiled...
