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1. Inverted display Full word Highway AutoScan etc Letter H A C or Cnx Vehicle voltage Alert lamp on Alert lamp off Voice alerts on Voice alerts off Standard power on sequence Fast power on sequence Standard signal strength meter Threat Display Tech Display AutoMute on AutoMute off Automatic brightness Minimum brightness Medium brightness Maximum brightness All dark Factory default settings Factory default settings modified Turn bands ON or OFF by pressing and holding the SENS button default is on default is on default is on F default is off default is on i default is off OFF default is on Details of Programming In this setting the display will provide all information in its normal orientation lt 4 Standard Orientation In this setting the detector can be mounted upside down and all information will be inverted so it s readable su m Ga DHA H9d m lt 4 Inverted Orientation Pilot Power on indication Pilot HW Full description ini this setting the STi MAGNUM will display Highway AutoScan City or CityNox as its power on indication factory default Filet H Letter In this setting the STi MAGNUM will display H for Highway A for AutoScan C for City and Cnx for City NoX Filot i Vehicle voltage In this setting the STi MAGNUM will continually display H for High2. safety radar system has 64 possible messages 60 currently allocated The SWS messages your STi MAGNUM can display are listed on the facing page From the factory your STi MAGNUM is programmed with SWS decoding OFE If you wish to detect this system use the Programming feature to turn STi MAGNUM s SWS decoding ON NOTE Some of the safety messages have been condensed so that each message can be displayed on one or two screens on STi MAGNUM s eight character display Since Safety radar technology is relatively new and the number of transmitters in operation is not yet widespread you will not receive Safety signals on a daily basis Do not be surprised if you encounter emergency vehicles road hazards and railroad crossings that are not equipped with these transmitters If Safety transmitters become more prevalent these Safety radar signals will become more common SWS Text Messages Highway Construction or Maintenance 1 Future use Weather Related Hazards 33 Hi 1 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Blind 42 Future use Travel Information Convenience 43 i 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 Trucks 60 Future use Fast Slow Moving Vehicle 61 Emerg Weh Heather Troubleshooting Problem STi MAGNUM beeps briefly at the same location every day but no radar source is in sight STi MAGNUM does not seem sensitive to radar or laser Possible Cause An X ban
3. cause STi MAGNUM to be briefly disconnected 24 Problem Possible Cause STi MAGNUM will not turn on Check the PWR is on Check that vehicle ignition is ON Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional e Try STi MAGNUM in another vehicle STi MAGNUM feels very warm It is normal for STi MAGNUM to feel warm Your 14 year old son has changed all 9 of the Programming options Explanation of Displays No display You can return all of the programming options to the factory defaults by holding down the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons while you turn the STi MAGNUM on STi MAGNUM is in the Dark mode pages 9 16 One of the many programming messages pages 12 16 One of the many Safety Radar messages pages 22 23 STi MAGNUM has detected a Safety Radar Signal but the signal isn t yet strong enough to decode the specific safety message pages 22 23 STi MAGNUM has failed the calibration test Contact Beltronics for repair Service Service Procedure If your STi MAGNUM ever needs service please follow these simple steps 1 Check the troubleshooting section of this manual It may have a solution to your problem 2 Call us at 1 800 341 2288 We may be able to solve your problem over the phone If the problem requires that you send your STi MAGNUM to the factory for repair we will provide you with a Service Order Number which must be included on the outside of your shipping box Enc
4. or it may be switched on and off with your ignition switch We suggest using a direct wire SmartPlug connected to a switched circuit at the fuse box if the lighter socket is continuously on Mounting Location WARNING BELTRONICS cannot anticipate the many ways STi MAGNUM can be mounted It is important that you mount STi MAGNUM where it will not impair your view nor present a hazard in case of an accident Where to mount STi MAGNUM For optimum detection performance we recommend the following Using the Windshield QuickMount mount your STi MAGNUM level and high enough on your front windshield to provide a clear view of the road from the front and rear Mount the STi MAGNUM away from windshield wipers other solid objects and heavily tinted areas that might obstruct the radar antenna or laser lens Windshield QuickMount The STi MAGNUM s QuickMount wind shield bracket is designed for unobtrusive and hassle free mounting and removal T1 Depress the adjustment button on the top of the STi MAGNUM by the word BELTRONICS and slide the QuickMount bracket into the slot until it is locked into the position which best fits the angle of your windshield there are four settings available For extremely horizontal or extremely sloped windshields the CAUTION A few vehicles Gncluding some Porsches have windshields with a soft anti lacerative coating on the inside surface Use of suction cups will permanently mar this
5. will decrease the brightness ErtiMin In this setting the display and backlit buttons are set to a minimum light level This setting is retained in memory even if the power is turned off In this setting the display and backlit buttons are set to a medium light level This setting is retained in memory even if the power is turned off In this setting the display and backlit buttons are set to a maximum light level This setting is retained in memory even if the power is turned off Er In this setting the display and backlit buttons will be totally dark The supplied SmartPlug will provide the only visual indication that the STi MAGNUM is operational Bands In this setting the factory default settings for radar and laser are monitored This is the factory setting and it is highly recommended that you use your STi MAGNUM in this mode In this setting STi MAGNUM will warn you with an audible alert and associated text message stating which band has changed from the original factory setting i e SWS ON This warning is displayed during the start up sequence standard or fast WARNING Do not turn off a band unless you are absolutely certain that there are no traffic radar guns using that specific band in your area Technical Details Features and Specifications Operating Bands X band 10 525 GHz 25 MHz K band 24 150 GHz 100 MHz Ka band 34 700 GHz 1300 MHz Laser 904nm 3
6. will serve as confirmation that your STi MAGNUM s radar detection abilities are fully operational How POP Works POP mode is a relatively new feature for radar gun manufacturers It works by transmitting an extremely short burst within the allocated band to identify speeding vehicles in traffic Once the target is identified or POPPED the gun is then turned to its normal operating mode to provide a vehicle tracking history required by law Traffic Signal Rejection Software Your radar detector includes a new optional boost in anti falsing software to eliminate excessive alerts from erroneous X and K band sources One example of this is traffic flow monitoring systems These systems which are becoming more widely used in several states generate K band signals to measure the flow of traffic on interstate highways Unfortunately most detectors alert to these sources as a real threat Our new proprietary TSR software TSR intelligently sorts ranks and rejects this type of false alarm automatically The result is ultimate protection without excessive false alarms The TSR software is turned on by default in the Programming section of your detector If you believe this type of system isn t used in your area you can simply turn it off Otherwise your detector is ready to start protecting you right out of the box If you have any questions about this new feature please give us a call or visit our website fo
7. 3nm Radar Receiver Dual Horn Antenna Casting Superheterodyne dual LNA s Scanning Frequency Discriminator Digital Signal Processing DSP Laser Detection Quantum Limited Video Receiver 5 Optical Laser Sensors Display Type 280 LED Alphanumeric Bar Graph Threat Display or Tech Display Automatic plus 4 levels of fixed brightness including full Dark Power Requirement 12VDC Negative Ground Coiled SmartPlug with Mute Button Gncluded Direct wire SmartPlug included 7 Programmable Features Display Power On Indication Alert Lamp Voice Alerts Power On Sequence Signal Strength Meter AutoMute Display Brightness Bands Sensitivity Control AutoScan Highway City CityNoX Additional Patented Technology Auto Calibration Circuitry e Mute AutoMute SmartMute TotalShield Technology Dimensions Inches 125Hx275Wx 75L Technical Details Interpreting Alerts Although the STi MAGNUM 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 MAGNUM and how to interpret what it tells you The specific type of radar being used the type of Alert transmission continuous or instant on and the location of the radar source affect the radar alerts you receive The following examples will give you an introduction to understanding the STi MAGNU
8. BELTRONICS MAGNESIUM EONS TRUCE N BELTRONICS 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 USA USA 800 341 2288 www beltronics com 2011 BELTRONICS Made in Canada Features specifications and prices subject to change without notice Model STi MAGNUM BELTRONICS E N MAG M Profersvonal Series Eu 0 BELT RON Ure ER Oonx RVW PGM WCHG LI DIGITAL RADAReLASERe SAFETY DETECTOR Owner s Manual Congratulations The BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM is the most advanced radar laser and safety detector ever designed and is ready to use right out of the box with our recommended factory settings The STi MAGNUM includes full X K SuperWide Ka and Safety Warning System radar capability front and rear laser detection dual LNA dow noise amplifier microwave receivers digital signal processing DSP for superior range and reduced false alarms our patented Mute and AutoMute audible and visual band alerts and all the performance you d expect from BELTRONICS In addition the BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM contains the following revolutionary features Dual LNA low noise amplifier receivers provide the longest possible warning against all radar threats Advanced Signal Rejection Software SR TotalShield RF Technology provides the ultimate in undetectability Programmable Alert Lamp provides additional visual indication of alerts Rugged magnesium case provides the ultimate protection for you
9. DAR equipment parallel to the road or from an overpass LIDAR can be used day or night Technical Details How TotalShield Technology 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 This unique design will also keep you unseen from any future radar detector detectors as well Although the BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM is a completely undetectable radar laser and safety detector driving techniques and reactions to alerts can still draw unwanted attention Here are a few examples 1 Hitting the brakes immediately when the STi MAGNUM provides an alert can broadcast use of a detector 2 Visible power cords brackets and suction cup marks on the glass can also advertise to others that you have a detector 3 Traveling at night with a glow from a radar detector s display visible from outside your vehicle can also draw unwanted attention The STi MAGNUM offers adjustable brightness including a full dark mode which will provide audio alerts but no visual indication except for the alert LED on the SmartPlug 22 How Safety Radar Works Safety Warning System or SWS uses a modified K band radar signal The SWS
10. FOR CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES ARISING OUT OFTHE USE MISUSE OR MOUNTING OFTHE PRODUCT The above limitations or exclusions shall be limited to the extent they violate the laws of any particular state BELTRONICS is not responsible for products lost in shipment between the owner and our service center Other legal rights This Warranty gives you specific rights You may have other legal rights which vary from state to state Accessories The following accessories and replacement parts are available for the BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM Standard Coiled Power Cord 14 95 Direct wire Power Cord 14 95 Coiled SmartPlug 29 95 Direct wire SmartPlug 29 95 Accessory Kit 14 95 Windshield Suction Cups Mount 9 95 Zippered Travel Case 14 95
11. M s warning system for radar laser and safety alerts Explanation The STi MAGNUM begins to sound slowly then the rate of alert increases The Signal Meter ramps accordingly You are approaching a continuous radar source aimed in your direction STi MAGNUM emits short alerts for a few seconds and then falls silent only to briefly alert and fall silent again An instant on radar source is being used ahead of you and out of your view STi MAGNUM suddenly sounds a continuous tone for the appropriate band received All segments in the Signal Strength Meter are lit An instant on radar source or laser source is being used nearby This kind of alert requires immediate attention A brief laser alert Laser is being used in the area Because laser is inherently difficult to detect any laser alert may indicate a source very close by STi MAGNUM receives weak signals These signals may be a little stronger as you pass large roadside objects The signals increase in frequency A moving patrol car with continuous radar is overtaking you from behind Because these signals are reflected reflections are increased by large objects they may or may not eventually melt into a solid point even when the patrol car is directly behind you Alert Explanation STi MAGNUM alerts slowly for a while and then abruptly jumps to a strong alert STi MAGNUM alerts intermittently Rate and strength of alerts may be consi
12. TRONICS If you purchased your detector directly from BELTRONICS you do not need to fill this out If you did not purchase your detector directly from BELTRONICS please fill out this section and return to us or register online at our web address www beltronics com Last Name Middle Initial First Name Address City jl ZIP Phone Number In case we have a question Serial Number Product Purchased BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM 2 Price Date Place of Purchase 9i Primary reason for purchasing this BELTRONICS product 4 6826 69097 HO H3 S3HO LSAM Quy H31S3HO LSAM Crs SOINOYL 144 ADIAYAS YAWOLSND NLLV AASSAYCGV Ad divd 38 TIM ADVLSOd CO C C Z m CD d zU fm U r x Z 2 m m p 62 1 Oo Q n o 2 z U m A E Zz o eS e je m o Oo I m 62 m A o I SALVLS GALINN AHL NI Q3 II VIN 3l AHVSSION ASVLSOd ON A suoipiojtad Duob pip anoway A 28 Warranty and Accessories BELTRONICS One Year Limited Warranty What this warranty covers BELTRONICS warrants your Product against all defects in materials and workmanship For how long One 1 year from the date of the original purchase What we will do BELTRONICS at our discretion will either repair or replace your Product free of charge What we will not do BELTRONICS will not pay shipping charges that you incur for sending your product to us What you must do t
13. abbreviations PGM RVW and CHG are located on the lower part of the display lens and are highlighted in graphics How to use Programming 1 Toenter Program Mode press and hold both VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons down for 2 seconds The unit will beep twice and will display the word Program the current settings You can either tap the button to change from item to item or hold the button to scroll through the items 3 Press the CHG button to change any setting You can either tap the button to change from setting to setting or hold the button to scroll through all the options W Remove card along perforations W 4 To leave Program Mode simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button The unit will display Complete beep 4 times and return to normal operation Factory Default Settings To reset the STi MAGNUM to its original factory settings press and hold the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons while turning the power on The STi MAGNUM s display will provide a Fese t message accompanied by an audible alert acknowledging the reset D EDAD WV Remove card along perforations W An example Here is how you would turn the STi MAGNUM s AutoMute feature off 1 Enter the Program Mode by holding both the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons down for 2 seconds The 77 MAGNUM will beep twice and display Progra 2 Then hold the RVW button down Tbe STi MAGNUM will scroll through the categories starting with display i zi ap
14. adjust the STi MAGNUM s alert volume level The audio will ramp up and down accompanied by a bar graph on the display Once you ve reached your preferred audio level simply release the button To change the direction of the audio ramping down instead of up or vice versa simply release the VOLUME MUTE button quickly press and hold it again to change its direction Power on indication After STi MAGNUM s start up sequence is complete the alphanumeric display will show Highway AutoScan City or City NoX to indicate which sensitivity mode is selected If you prefer you can select alternate power on displays See the Programming section for details Voice Alerts The STi MAGNUM provides digital voice announcements factory default for alerts If you prefer you can turn off the voice announcement feature and have the STi MAGNUM provide audible tones without the voice announcement See programming section for details AutoMute Your STi MAGNUM has our patented AutoMute feature After STi MAGNUM alerts you to a radar encounter at the volume you have selected the AutoMute feature will automatically reduce the volume to a lower level This keeps you informed without the annoyance of a continuous full volume alert If you prefer you can turn the AutoMute feature off See the Programming section for details Mute The VOLUME MUTE button located in the center of the STi MAGNUMSs front panel allows you to silence the audio aler
15. amount of time to get familiar with this new level of information about detected signals Programming There are 9 user selectable options so you can customize your STi MAGNUM 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 How to use Programming 1 To enter Program Mode press and hold both the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons down for 2 seconds The unit will epee twice and will display the word Fr i 2 Then press the RVW button to review the current settings You can either tap the button to change from item to item or hold the button to scroll through the items 3 Press the CHG button to change any setting You can either tap the button to change from setting to setting or hold the button to scroll through all the options 4 To leave the Program Mode simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button or press the PWR button The unit will display C Le beep 4 times and return to normal operation 12 An example Here is how you would turn STi MAGNUM s AutoMute feature off 1 Enter the Program Mode by holding both the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons down for 2 seconds The STi MAGNUM will beep twice and displa
16. ay instead of the bar graph signal strength meter you must select Threat Display in the STi MAGNUM s Programming see pages 12 15 The STi MAGNUM s Threat Display simultaneously tracks multiple radar signals and their relative signal strength Threat Display can help you spot a change in your normal driving environment for example a traffic radar unit being operated in an area where there are normally other signals present The Threat Display is actually a miniature spectrum analyzer It shows what band each signal is and its signal strength Above is the Threat Display if the STi MAGNUM was detecting a strong Ka band a weak K band and a weak X band signal n A few more examples will help you better see how the Threat Display works Here Tbreat Display sbows a strong K band signal and a weak X band signal Here Tbreat Display sbows a weak Ka band signal and a strong X band signal Tbreat Display Details The band designators X K Ka will stay on the display for a few seconds after the signal has passed This allows you to see what the unit detected even on very brief signals Tech Display The STi MAGNUM s Tech Display option is for the experienced detector user In this mode the STi MAGNUM will display the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal being received Tech Display shows one K band signal at 24 150 gigahertz Even long time detector users will require a significant
17. coating Consult your dealership or the vehicle owner s manual to determine if your windshield has this coating X 4 QuickMount bracket can be bent 1 ol J To ensure that the suction cups adhere to the windshield firmly be sure to keep both your windshield and the suction cups clean 2 To adjust the STi MAGNUM on your windshield use the QuickMount adjustment button located on the top of the STi MAGNUM and slide the STi MAGNUM forward or backward to obtain a level position NOTE When installed and adjusted properly the back top edge of the STi MAGNUM should rest solidly against your windshield User s Tip You can leave the QuickMount bracket in place on your windshield and easily remove STi MAGNUM by pressing the adjustment button and sliding the STi MAGNUM off the mount Again be sure to position the bracket where it won t present a hazard in the event of an accident Additional mounts are available for other vehicles in your household Controls and Features Power Button PWR To turn STi MAGNUM on or off press the PWR button located on the front left side When you turn STi MAGNUM on it goes through a sequence of alerts If you prefer you may program your STi MAGNUM for a shorter power on sequence See the Programming section for details Volume Press and hold the VOLUME MUTE button or Mute button on the SmartPlug located in the center of the front panel to
18. ctory default settings modified Turn bands ON or OFF by Y pressing the SENS button default is off default is on default is off Factory Default Settings default is on Table of Contents Quick Reference Guide 4 5 Programming _12 16 Installation 6 7 How to use Programming 12 e Power Connection 7 6 Example of Programming 12 Mounting Location 6 Overview of Programming 13 e Windshield Mount 07 e Details of Programming 14 16 Controls and Features 8 11 Technical Details 17 23 Power and Volume Control 8 Specifications 17 Poweron Indication 8 Interpreting Alerts 18 19 Voice 8 How Radar Works 20 AutoMute 8 How POP Works 20 Mute 8 TSRTraffic Signal Rejection Software 21 Sensitivity Button 009 How LaserWorks 21 e Brightness 9 How TotalShield Technology Works 22 e Audible Alerts 10 How Safety Radar Works 22 25 Power Connector 10 Service 24 29 Signal Strength Meter 10 e Troubleshooting 24 25 Threat Display 11 eService 26 Tech Display 11 e Registration 27 28 e Warranty and Accessories 29 Quick Reference Guide To begin using your STi MAGNUM just follow these simple steps T1 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 MAGNUM on the windshield using the
19. d 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 Make sure that windshield wipers do not block STi MAGNUM radar antenna and that the laser lens is not behind tinted areas Determine if your vehicle has an Instaclear ElectriClear or solar reflective windshield which may deflect radar or laser signals STi MAGNUM may be in City Mode STi MAGNUM did not alert when a police car was in view VASCAR Visual Average Speed Computer and Recorder a stopwatch method of speed detection may be in use Officer may not have radar or laser unit turned on STi MAGNUM did not provide a Safety signal while within range of an emergency vehicle Safety transmitters may not be commonly used in your area STi MAGNUM s display is not working Check programming to be sure the STi MAGNUM is not in Dark Mode STi MAGNUM s audible alerts are less loud after the first few alerts e STi MAGNUM is in AutoMute Mode See page 8 for details STi MAGNUM bounces or sags on windshield STi MAGNUM is not making contact with the windshield to provide stability While holding down STi MAGNUM s QuickMount button slide STi MAGNUM toward the wind shield so that the back top edge makes firm contact STi MAGNUM s power on sequence reoccurs while you are driving A loose power connection or dirty lighter socket can
20. e the microwave beam bounces off your car and the radar antenna looks for the reflections Using the Doppler Principle the radar equipment then calculates your speed by comparing the frequency of the reflection of your car to the original frequency of the beam sent out Traffic radar has limitations the most significant of these being that it typically can monitor only one target at a time If there is more than one vehicle within range it is up to the radar operator to decide which target is producing the strongest reflection Since the strength of the reflection is affected by both the size of the vehicle and its proximity to the antenna it is difficult for the radar operator to determine if the signal is from a sports car nearby or a semi truck several hundred feet away Radar range also depends on the power of the radar equipment itself The strength of the radar unit s beam diminishes with distance The farther the radar has to travel the less energy it has for speed detection 20 Because intrusion alarms and motion sensors often operate on the same frequency as X Band or K band radar your STi MAGNUM will occasionally receive non police 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 As you become familiar with the sources of these pseudo alarms in your daily driving they
21. ert you to these signals with a double beep tone and a corresponding text message A complete listing of the text messages is on page 23 10 Power Connector The STi MAGNUM s power jack uses a telephone type connector This 4 conductor connector only works with the included coiled SmartPlug or direct wire cord Signal Strength Meter The STi MAGNUM s alphanumeric display consists of 280 individual LEDs to provide an intuitive ultra bright display of signal strength and text messages The STi MAGNUM s standard bar graph signal strength meter only displays information on a single radar signal If there are multiple signals present STi MAGNUM s internal computer determines which is the most important threat to show on the bar graph meter When STi detects radar it displays the band X K Ka and a precise bar graph of the signal strength When the STi MAGNUM detects a laser signal the display will show LASER When it detects a POP signal the display will show POP NOTE If you are operating the STi MAGNUM in the Dark mode the display will not display anything when a signal is detected Only the audio and the flashing alert lamp on the SmartPlug will be seen Threat Display Your STi MAGNUM s Threat Display option is an advanced display for experienced detector users Please use the STi MAGNUM for a few weeks to get familiar with its other features before using Threat Display To use the Threat Displ
22. ilence the audio for a specific alert The audio will alert you to the next encounter Page 8 Gocomesure Sensitivity Button SENS Switches between Highway AutoScan City and City NoX settings In general we recommend the AutoScan mode Page 9 Alphanumeric Display The STi MAGNUM s display will show Highway AutoScan City or City NoX as its power on indication If you prefer you can choose other power on indications Pages 12 15 During an alert the display will indicate the radar or laser band and a precise bar graph of signal strength Page 10 NOTE In the Dark Mode the display will not light during an alert Page 9 Installation Power Connection To apply power to the STi MAGNUM plug the small end of the power cord telephone type connector into the modular jack on the STi MAGNUM s right side and plug the lighter plug adapter into your vehicle s lighter socket or accessory socket Your STi MAGNUM operates on 12 volts DC negative ground only The lighter plug provided is a standard size and will work in most vehicles However some vehicles may require the optional European sleeve to ensure a snug fit If so simply call our service department and we ll send you one This sleeve slides over the power cord s lighter plug adapter Of course your lighter socket must be clean and properly connected for proper operation NOTE Depending on your vehicle the lighter socket power may either be continuously on
23. lose the following information with your STi MAGNUM Your Service Order Number A copy of your sales receipt Your name and return address Your daytime telephone number A description of the problem you are experiencing Beltronics Extended Service Plan Beltronics offers an optional extended service plan Contact Beltronics for details at 1 800 341 2288 26 Out Of Warranty Repairs For out of warranty repairs include prepayment in the amount you were quoted by the Beltronics Customer Service Representative If the detector has been damaged abused or modified the repair cost will be calculated on a parts and labor basis If it exceeds the basic repair charge you will be contacted with a quotation If the additional payment is not received within 30 days or if you notify us that you choose not to have your STi MAGNUM repaired at the price quoted your STi MAGNUM will be returned without repair Payment can be made by check money order or credit card Register online www beltronics COM Ship STi MAGNUM and power cord to BELTRONICS Customer Service Department Service Order Number 5442 West Chester Road West Chester OH 45069 For your own protection we recommend that you ship your STi MAGNUM postpaid and insured Insist on a proof of delivery and keep the receipt until the return of your STi MAGNUM W Remove card along perforations W BELTRONICS PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD BEL
24. luding Full Dark Mode See the programming section for details Sensor location n VOLUME MUTE SmartPlug SmartPlug is a special power cord that has a power on indicator a bright alert light that warns of radar or laser and a convenient mute button right on the plug It s the perfect addition for any vehicle where reaching the detector mute button on the windshield is a stretch And for discreet night driving put STi MAGNUM in the Dark Mode and use the SmartPlug for your visual alerts Other cars won t know you have a detector v BELTRONICS PETI Controls and Features Audible Alerts For Radar signals The STi MAGNUM uses a geiger counter like 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 This allows you to judge the distance from the signal source without taking your eyes from the road 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 MAGNUM alerts you to these bands at full signal strength For POP signals Since POP signals are extremely fast K or Ka bursts and a possible threat no matter how weak the STi MAGNUM alerts you to these bands at full signal strength For Safety signals The STi MAGNUM will al
25. o maintain this warranty Show original proof of purchase from an authorized BELTRONICS dealer Warranty Exclusions Warranty does not apply to your product under any of the following conditions 1 The serial number has been removed or modified 2 Your product has been subjected to misuse or damage including water damage physical abuse and or improper installation 3 Your product has been modified in any way Your receipt or proof of purchase is from a non authorized dealer or internet auction site including E bay U bid or other non authorized resellers To obtain service 1 Contact BELTRONICS 1 800 341 2288 to obtain a Return Authorization number 2 Properly pack your product and include your name complete return address written description of the problem with your product daytime telephone number and a copy of the original purchase receipt 3 Label the outside of the package clearly with your Return Authorization number Ship the product pre paid insured for your protection to Beltronics Inc 5442 West Chester Rd West Chester OH 45069 LIMITATION OF WARRANTY EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED HEREIN YOU ARE ACQUIRING THE PRODUCT AS IS AND WHERE IS WITHOUT REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY BELTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THOSE CONCERNING THE MERCHANT ABILITY AND SUITABILITY OF THE PRODUCT FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE BELTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
26. power on indication Fi 1 then alert lamp lamg Voice Power on sequence signal strength meter and then AutoMute 3 Release the RVW button when the STi MAGNUM shows the AutoMute item Since the STi MAGNUM will display slate OH If you accidentally don t release the Review button in time and tbe STi MAGNUM goes to tbe next category bold tbe RVW button down again and scroll through tbe categories again until alate is displayed 4 Press the CHG button to change from aMute OMto aute OFF 5 To complete the Programming simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button The STi MAGNUM will display Complete beep 4 times and return to normal operation Programming Details gt Quick Reference Card W Remove card along perforations A Press the RVW button Press the CHG button to go from one am eed to change your your setting to the next within a category DISPLAY Standard display Inverted display PILOT E Full word Highway AutoScan etc Power on indication Letter H A C or Cnx Vehicle voltage ALERTLAMP F Mert lamp on 1 E Alert lamp off VOICE Voice alerts on Voice alerts off POWER ON SEQUENCE ro Standard power on sequence d Fast power on sequence SIGNAL STRENGTH METER f Standard signal strength meter i Threat Display Tech Display AUTOMUTE AutoMute on AutoMute off BRIGHTNESS i Automatic brightness Minimum brightness Medium brightness Maximum brightness All dark Default bands Fa
27. r investment Ultra bright text display provides easy to read information from any angle High and low voltage warning is given any time the vehicle s voltage drops below 10 5 volts or goes above 16 5 volts Easy to use Programming lets you customize up to 9 features Exclusive AutoScan mode intelligently reduces unwanted false alarms 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 ncludes new coiled SmartPlug which provides a convenient mute button right on the plug If you ve used a radar detector before a review of the Quick Reference Guide on pages 4 and 5 and the Programming information on pages 12 and 13 will briefly explain the new features If this is your first detector please read the manual in detail to get the most out of your BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM s outstanding performance and innovative features Please drive safely FCC Note Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s FCC granted authority to operate the equipment VOLUME MUTE SENS Quick Reference Card There are 9 user selectable options so you can customize your STi MAGNUM for your own preferences The buttons labeled VOLUME MUTE and SENS are also used to enter the Program ming Mode REVIEW your current program settings and to CHANGE any settings as desired The
28. r more details How Laser Lidar Works Laser speed detection is actually LIDAR Light Detection and Ranging LIDAR guns project a beam of invisible infrared light The signal is a series of very short infrared light energy pulses which move in a straight line reflecting off your car and returning to the gun LIDAR uses these light 21 pulses to measure the distance to a vehicle Speed is then calculated by measuring how quickly these pulses are reflected given the known speed of light LIDAR or laser is a newer technology and is not as widespread as conventional radar therefore you may not encounter laser on a daily basis And unlike radar detection laser detection is not prone to false alarms Because LIDAR transmits a much narrower beam than does radar itis much more accurate in its ability to distinguish between targets and is also more difficult to detect AS A RESULT EVEN THE BRIEFEST LASER ALERT SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY There are limitations to LIDAR equipment LIDAR is much more sensitive to weather conditions than RADAR and a LIDAR gun s range will be decreased by anything affecting visibility such as rain fog or smoke A LIDAR gun cannot operate through glass and it must be stationary in order to get an accurate reading Because LIDAR must have a clear line of sight and is subject to cosine error an inaccuracy which increases as the angle between the gun and the vehicle increases police typically use LI
29. stent or vary wildly You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a hill or an obstructed curve A patrol car is traveling in front of you with a radar source aimed forward Because signals are sometimes reflected off of large objects and sometimes not the alerts may seem inconsistent STi MAGNUM alerts intermittently Rate and strength of signal increases with each alert STi MAGNUM gives an X band or K band alert intermittently A patrol car is approaching from the other direction sampling traffic with instant on radar Such alerts should be taken seriously You are driving through an area populated with radar motion sensors door openers burglar alarms etc Since these transmit ters are usually contained inside buildings or aimed toward OR away from you they are typically not as strong or lasting as a real radar encounter 19 CAUTION Since the characteristics of these alerts may be similar to some of the preceding examples overconfidence in an unfamiliar area can be dangerous Likewise if an alert in a commonly traveled area is suddenly stronger or on a different band than usual speed radar may be set up nearby Technical Details 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 rang
30. supplied windshield mount 3 Press the PWR button located on the left side of the front panel to turn the STi MAGNUM on 4 Press and hold the VOLUME MUTE button to adjust the volume level Please read the manual to fully understand STi MAGNUM s operation and features QuickMount Slot Insert STi MAGNUM s adjustable Windshield Mount into this slot Page 7 QuickMount Button Press the button and slide the Windshield mount into one of its four locking positions Page 7 Power Button PWR Press the PWR button to turn the STi MAGNUM on or off AutoMute STi MAGNUM s patented AutoMute automatically reduces the volume level of the audio alert after a brief period If you prefer you can turn AutoMute off Page 8 Programming The STi MAGNUM is ready to go just plug it in and turn it on But you can also easily change 9 features for your preferences Pages 12 16 Radar Antenna and Laser Lens Rear Laser Port The rear panel of your STi MAGNUM should Receives laser signals from behind the have a clear view of the road ahead For vehicle best performance do not mount the STi MAGNUM directly behind J p Power Jack windshield wipers or tinted areas Page 6 Plug the power cord into this connector Page 6 Earphone Jack Accepts standard 3 5mm mono earphone VOLUME MUTE Button Press and hold the VOLUME MUTE button below the display to adjust the alert volume level Briefly press this button to s
31. t during a radar encounter To mute the audio for a single specific signal briefly press the VOLUME MUTE button After that radar encounter has passed the mute will automatically reset and the audio will alert you to the next encounter Sensitivity Button SENS The SENS button selects the STi MAGNUM s sensitivity mode We recommend AutoScan mode for most driving Highway Mode Highway In this setting the STi MAGNUM will detect all signals at maximum range AutoScan Mode AutoScan In this setting the STi MAGNUM s internal computer continuously analyzes all incoming signals and intelligently filters out unwanted X and K band false alarms from automatic door openers and motion sensors Full sensitivity is maintained on all other bands City City STD In this setting X and K band sensitivity is further reduced to eliminate unwanted false alarms in congested urban areas City NoX City NoX In this setting K band sensitivity is the same as City STD however X band is completely turned off WARNING Do not use the STi MAGNUM City NoX mode unless you are absolutely certain that there are no traffic radar guns using X band in your area Brightness The STi MAGNUM 5 brightness is controlled by a sensor located behind the front display lens This sensor will automatically adjust the display and backlit buttons based on the ambient light in your vehicle If you prefer you can select a fixed brightness level inc
32. tings have not been changed If any of the factory default band settings have been disabled a double X band tone and corresponding message i e X OFF will alert you that one or more bands have been turned off Signal Strength Meter Standard meter In this setting the meter displays the band of the received signal and a bar graph shows the relative signal strength factory default 15 Threat Display ia this setting the meter will simultaneously track multiple radar signals including relative signal strength for each E Tech Display meter In this setting the meter displays the actual numeric frequency of the radar signal received NOTE The Tech Display feature is explained in more detail on page 11 AutoMute ati GH AutoMute on in this setting the STi MAGNUM s audio alerts will initially be at the volume you set but after a few seconds the STi MAGNUM will automatically reduce the volume level to keep you informed but not annoyed factory default CFF AutoMute off With AutoMute off the STi MAGNUM s audio alerts will remain at the volume you set for the duration of the radar encounter Details of Programming Brightness 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
33. way A for AutoScan C for City and Cnx for City Nox and the vehicle s voltage 14 NOTE When you are using the Dark mode the display will not display anything Only the power on indication on the SmartPlug will illuminate 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 Alamp A z alert lamp on m this setting the backlit VOLUME MUTE will flash on and off during an alert F alert lamp off in this setting the VOLUME MUTE backlit button will not flash on and off during an alert Voice 1 Voice announcements on i this setting all radar laser and SWS messages if programmed will be announced using a digital voice ff Voice announcements off In this setting only the distinct audio tone will be heard when a radar Laser or SWS message is detected Power on Sequence Standard In this setting each time you turn on the STi MAGNUM it will display Bel STi LASER Ka band K band X band followed by a brief SWS alert factory default If any of the factory default bands have been disabled a double X band tone and corresponding message i e X OFF will alert you that one or more bands have been turned off Fast power on In this setting the STi MAGNUM will provide a single X band tone if the factory default set
34. y F 2 Then hold the RVW button down The STi MAGNUM will scroll tbrougb tbe cate gories starting with Display Bizp Pilot Filet Alert Lamp Fi Poweron sequence Fi strengtb meter Brightness Et AutoMute and Bands 3 Release the RVW button when the STi MAGNUM shows the AutoMute item Since tbe factory setting is for AutoMute to be on STi MAGNUM will display atate OH If you accidentally don t release the RVW button in time and STi MAGNUM goes to tbe next category simply bold tbe RVW button down again tbe STi MAGNUM will scroll tbrougb all of tbe categories 4 Press the CHG paler to change from 5 To complete the Programming simply wait 8 seconds without pressing any button or press the PWR button The STi MAGNUM will display Coi te beep 4 times and return to normal operation Overview of Programming Press the REVIEW button to go from one category to the next DISPLAY PILOT Power on indication ALERT LAMP VOICE POWER ON SEQUENCE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE BRIGHTNESS BANDS Factory Default Settings To reset STi MAGNUM to its original factory settings press and hold the VOLUME MUTE and SENS buttons while turning the power on The STi MAGNUM s display will provide a keset message accompanied by an audible alert acknowledging the reset Press the CHANGE button to change your setting within a category Standard display
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