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 ©2011 BELTRONICS Made in Canada Features, specifications and prices subject to change without notice.
Congratulations • 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.
Quick Reference Card Table of Contents Quick Reference Guide Installation Remove card along perforations BELTRONICS STi MAGNUM Quick Reference Card Press the RVW button to go from one category to the next DISPLAY PILOT (Power-on indication) ALERT LAMP POWER-ON SEQUENCE SIGNAL STRENGTH METER AUTOMUTE BRIGHTNESS BANDS * Factory Default Settings STD INV HWY H V ON OFF ON OFF STD FST STD THT TEC ON OFF Auto Min Med Max Dark DFT MOD * Standard display Inverted display * Full word: Highway, AutoScan
Quick Reference Guide To begin using your STi MAGNUM, just follow these simple steps QuickMount Slot Insert STi MAGNUM’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 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. 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.
Controls and Features Power Button (PWR) Voice Alerts 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. The STi MAGNUM provides digital voice announcements (factory default) for alerts.
Controls and Features Power Connector Audible Alerts 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. 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.
Programming Overview of Programming An example Here is how you would turn STi MAGNUM’s AutoMute feature off. 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.
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. 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 Alert Explanation STi MAGNUM alerts slowly for a while and then abruptly jumps to a strong alert. You are approaching a radar unit concealed by a hill or an obstructed curve. STi MAGNUM alerts intermittently. Rate and strength of alerts may be consistent or vary wildly. 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.
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 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.
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 detectordetectors), this revolutionary design keeps you unseen by current radar detectordetectors, including VG-2 and Spectre.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Problem Possible Cause STi MAGNUM 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 MAGNUM will not turn on. • Check the PWR is on. • Check that vehicle ignition is ON. • Check that vehicle lighter socket is functional. • Try STi MAGNUM in another vehicle.
____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Primary reason for purchasing this BELTRONICS product____________________________________ Serial Number_______________________ 4. 27 Place of Purchase__________________________________ Date_________ Price____________ 26 3. For your own protection, we recommend that you ship your STi MAGNUM postpaid and insured.
Warranty and Accessories BELTRONICS One Year Limited Warranty Remove card along perforations 28 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.
