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Congratulations Your new STiR Plus is the most advanced custom installed camera location system ever. In addition, your StiR Plus can be upgraded to a full radar and laser detector with a simple software update from our website.
Quick Reference Table of Contents STiR Plus Quick Reference Press the VOL button to go from one category to the next PILOT (Power-on indication) GPS AUTOLOCK Press the BRT/CHG button to change your setting within a category Pilot Pilot Pilot Pilot HWY * Full word: Highway, AutoScn, etc.
Quick Reference Guide Power Button Press and hold to manually turn the STiR Plus on or off. If installed properly, the system will turn on or off automatically with the ignition. Control Module Sensitivity Button (SENS) The “SENS” button selects the STiR Plus’s sensitivity. The choices are Highway (full sensitivity), AutoScan (based on the speed of the vehicle), City (reduced X and Kband sensitivity) and City No X, (same as City but without X-band). In general, we recommend AutoScan.
Controls and Features Power The STiR Plus is typically wired to a switched supply at the vehicle’s fuse box. This allows the detector to turn on/off with the ignition. If you prefer, the power button can be used to manually turn the STiR Plus on or off. Mute The MUTE button, located in the center of the STiR Plus’s controller, has several functions: 1. Mute the audio during a single alert. To do this, briefly press the MUTE button during the alert.
Controls and Features Mark Locations The Mark Location feature allows you to mark any location for future reference. Once marked, the STiR Plus will provide an alert, accompanied by the label you assigned to it, on the display. There are (4) different labels you can use when marking a location: Speed Trap (“SPDTRAP”), Speed Camera (“SPEEDCAM”), red light camera (“REDLIGHT”) and other (“OTHER”). To mark a location, simply press the “MRK” button. The display will show “MARK?”, accompanied by a voice message.
Controls and Features Display Brightness The STiR Plus’s display brightness is automatically adjusted by a sensor located behind the display lens. (factory default) If you prefer, you can select one of the following fixed levels of brightness including Minimum, Medium, Maximum or Full Dark by pressing the “BRT” button located on the controller. For Laser signals: Since laser signals are a possible threat no matter how weak, the STiR Plus alerts you to these bands at full signal strength.
Overview of Settings How to use Settings An example Here is how you would turn the AutoMute feature off. There are 10 user-selectable options you can customize on your STiR Plus. The buttons labeled VOL and BRT on the controller are used to enter Settings. Once you enter Settings, the VOL button is used to REVIEW your current choices, and BRT button is used to CHANGE settings. See Pages 14-16 for more detail. 1 Enter Settings by holding both the VOL and BRT buttons down for 2 seconds.
Details of Settings GPS On (GPS receiver on) sChk On (Speed Check is on) Speed Check AutoMute In this setting, all GPS related features are on. (factory default) In this setting, your current vehicle speed is displayed, then the meter you’ve selected. (factory default) In this setting, the STiR Plus’s audio alerts will initially be set to the volume you set, but after a few seconds, the STiR Plus will automatically reduce the volume level, to keep you informed, but not annoyed.
Details of Settings Specifications Voice Markers Features and Specifications In this setting, all radar, laser, and SWS messages (if programmed) will be announced using a digital voice. In this setting, all fixed location reporting, including safety cameras, red light cameras and speed traps are reported. Voice Off (Voice announcements off) In this setting, only the distinct audio tone will be heard when a radar, Laser, or SWS message is detected.
Interpreting Alerts Although the STiR Plus has a comprehensive warning system and this Manual is as complete as we can make it, only experience will teach you what to expect from your STiR Plus 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 affects the radar alerts you receive.
How Radar Works How TSR Works How Radar Works Traffic radar, which consists of microwaves, travels in straight lines and is easily reflected by objects such as cars, trucks, even guardrails and overpasses. Radar works by directing its microwave beam down the road. As your vehicle travels into range, the microwave beam bounces off your car, and the radar antenna looks for the reflections.
How TotalShield™ Works How GPS Works How GPS Works The Global Positioning System (GPS) is made up of twenty four orbiting satellites and was developed by the U.S. military. There are at least four satellites visible at any given time every day. A GPS receiver is designed to locate and receive data from four of these satellites. This data includes the distance to your location from each of the satellites.
How Safety Radar Works How SWS Works There are two separate Safety Radar systems in limited use today: Safety Alert and Safety Warning System (SWS). Both systems use modified K-band radar signals. From the factory, your STiR Plus is programmed with safety radar decoding OFF. If Safety Radar is used in your area, your STiR Plus will display these signals as K-band radar signals instead of safety radar unless you use the Settings to turn STiR Plus’s safety radar decoding ON.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution Explanation of Displays • STiR Plus beeps briefly at the same location every day, but no radar source is in sight. • An X or K-band motion sensor or intrusion alarm is located within range of your route. You can manually lock this out using TrueLock, or allow AutoLock to do it over time. Check Receiver Wiring There is a problem with the front receiver (it could be an unplugged connection, damaged wiring, or a problem within the front receiver itself).
Service Warranty Register Service Procedure If Your STiR Plus ever needs service, please follow these simple steps: online: 1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual. It may have a solution to your problem. www. 2 Contact your installing dealer. They will evaluate your unit and arrange repairs if necessary. beltronics.com 28 Beltronics One Year Limited Warranty What this warranty covers: Beltronics warrants your Product against all defects in materials and workmanship.
