M A G N E S I U M C O N S T R U C T I O N 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.
Congratulations • Easy-to-use Programming lets you customize up to 9 features. • Exclusive AutoScan mode intelligently reduces unwanted false alarms. • Ultra-bright text-display provides easy to read information from any angle. • Tech Display provides actual numeric radar frequency for any radar signal. • Programmable Bands (on/off). • Detects and decodes up to 64 Safety Warning System messages • Includes new coiled SmartPlug, which provides a convenient mute button right on the plug.
Quick Reference Card H Remove card along perforations Table of Contents H BELTRONICS STi DRIVER Quick Reference Card Press the RVW button to go from one category to the next DISPLAY ALERT LAMP POWER-ON SEQUENCE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE BRIGHTNESS BANDS H * Factory Default Settings X K Ka POP LSR SWS Remove card along perforations VOICE * Standard display Inverted display * Full word: Highway, AutoScan, etc.
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your STi DRIVER, just follow these simple steps QuickMount Slot Insert STi DRIVER’s adjustable Windshield mount into this slot. Page 7 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. QuickMount Button Press the button, and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions.
Installation Power Connection Mounting Location To apply power to the STi DRIVER, plug the small end of the power cord, (telephonetype connector) into the modular jack on the STi DRIVER’s right side, and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle’s lighter socket or accessory socket. WARNING: BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways STi DRIVER can be mounted. It is important that you mount STi DRIVER where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident.
Controls and Features Power Voice Alerts Sensitivity Button (SENS) Brightness To turn STi DRIVER on or off, press the PWR button located on the front left side. When you turn STi DRIVER on, it goes through a sequence of alerts. If you prefer, you may program your STi DRIVER for a shorter power-on sequence. See the Programming section for details. The STi DRIVER provides digital voice announcements (factory default) for alerts.
Controls and Features Power Connector Audible Alerts The STi DRIVER’s power jack uses a telephone-type connector. This 4-conductor connector only works with the included coiled SmartPlug or direct-wire cord. For Radar signals: The STi DRIVER uses a geiger-counterlike sound to indicate the signal strength and type of radar signal being encountered. When you encounter radar, a distinct audible alert will sound and occur faster as the signal gets stronger.
Programming Overview of Programming There are 9 user-selectable options so you can customize your STi DRIVER for your own preferences. The buttons labeled VOLUME/MUTE and SENS are also used to enter the Programming Mode, REVIEW your current program settings, and to CHANGE any settings as desired. The words PGM, RVW, and CHG are located on the front of the display lens, and are highlighted in colored graphics. Pages 14-16 explain each option in more detail.
Details of Programming Display NOTE: When you are using the Dark mode, the display will not display anything. Only the power-on indication on the SmartPlug will illuminate. Disp STD In this setting, the display will provide all information in its normal orientation. F Standard Orientation NOTE: A high or low voltage warning is given any time the vehicle’s voltage drops below 10.5 volts, or goes above 16.5 volts. This feature is always on, regardless of the Pilot setting.
Details of Programming Technical Details Brightness Bands BrtAuto In this setting, the brightness for the display and backlit buttons are controlled automatically by a sensor that measures the ambient light in the vehicle. Sunlight will increase the brightness level, while dim or no light (night driving) will decrease the brightness. BandsDFT In this setting, the factory default settings for radar and laser are monitored.
Technical Details Interpreting Alerts Although the STi DRIVER has a comprehensive warning system and this handbook is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your STi DRIVER and how to interpret what it tells you. The specific type of radar being used, the type of transmission (continuous or instant-on) and the location of the radar source affect the radar alerts you receive.
Technical Details How Radar Works Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X-Band or K-band radar, your STi DRIVER will occasionally receive nonpolice radar signals. Since these transmitters are usually contained inside of a building, or aimed toward the ground, they will generally produce much weaker readings than will a true radar encounter.
Technical Details How TotalShield™ Technology Works How Safety Radar Works Beltronic’s TotalShield Technology keeps RF signals from radiating from the detector. Unlike other radar and laser detectors, which merely move their RF signals (local oscillators) to another frequency (which will be detectable by future detector-detectors), this revolutionary design keeps you unseen by current radar detector-detectors, including VG-2 and Spectre.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Problem Possible Cause STi DRIVER beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. • An X-band or K-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. With time, you will learn predictable patterns of these signals. STi DRIVER will not turn on. • Check the PWR is on. • Check that vehicle ignition is ON. • Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional. • Try STi DRIVER in another vehicle.
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Warranty and Accessories BELTRONICS One Year Limited Warranty H Remove card along perforations ATTN CUSTOMER SERVICE BELTRONICS INC 5442 WEST CHESTER RD WEST CHESTER OH 45069-9789 “WHERE IS,” WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY. BELTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE CONCERNING THE MERCHANTABILITY AND SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
