When it comes to radar range, bels sti emerges to be clear winner. It is one of the most popular brands in the open market. Ever since 1977, when the first radar detector was introduced, there has. Bel sti driver radar detector at best radar detectors. The magnetic base can be used on most vehicles to mount to the. I was about to purchase a second one but ran across a post in the escort radar forum that mentioned the beltronics pro rx65. Im giving it 4 stars bc i know its a great detector, but it just didnt live up to the hype in my situation. The x50 wins and was wondering is it worth the 99 to upgrade my driver to magnum model. I have a valentine one also, and the stir alerts before my valentine one on most occassions, on both kband and the kabands. Radar and laser detectors valentine one radar detectors. Escort redline ex vs escort redline segmented vs beltronics sti r vs 34. Designed for the professional driver, as the first all band detector that can beat the spectre iii rdd radar detector detector radar roy. The bel sti driver improves upon the solid design of their beltronics rx65 in several significant ways. I still love my v1, and will never sell it, but at the current closeout prices the sti r was too hard to resist.
Bel sti driver is the first and the only beltronics windshield mounted radar laser detector that is 100% undetectable m3 dual antenna receiver offers the longest range and sensitivity for detecting police radar in canada and usa. The max 360c and valentine one v1 antennas point fore and aft, allowing them to depict the direction of an incoming radar beam. The v1 comes standard with a sun visor mounting bracket, of which the sti does not that allows for a more solid mounting than just the suction cups on the. Beltronics pro 300 is able to detect radar signals very well, and even with reduced false alerts. A closer examination of autoscan versus highway mode. Find great deals on ebay for beltronics sti magnum and beltronics sti magnum radar detector. Get the best deals on beltronics car radar and laser detectors when you shop the largest online selection at. For best performance,do not mount the plug the small end of. If yes, then buy this beltronics sti magnum radar detector. This may have a been a one off situation but the volume adjustments didnt want to stick between power cycles. Your source for sti driver, bel sti driver and other beltronics radar detector. The beltronics sti magnum is stealth to all radar detector detectors including the spectre, which makes the beltronics sti magnum the detector of choice if you live andor drive in virginia or if youre a professional driver. Beltronics sti r 12 volt interface module for radar laser detector stir stir. Beltronics stir plus installation manual pdf download.
Jan 29, 2016 unless you want to pony up the extra cash for the max 360 or take on the more complicated valentine one, the gt7 is my recommendation as the detector to purchase. The main difference between these two detectors is that the sti magnum has an improved lna low noise amplifier and the ramp up was improved. Find great deals on ebay for beltronics sti driver and beltronics sti magnum. The sti comes with beltronics auto mute feature, which automatically reduces the volume level during an alert. Car sun visor clip mount for beltronics sti magnum 940 955 965 995 radar laser d. It has superior detection range, as well as the kuband detection. Beltronics provides the sti magnum and the stir plus, which can be combined with a laser jammer. Beltronics sti driverquick reference card factory default settings h remove card along perforations h h r e m o v e c a r d a l o n g p e r f o r a t i o n s h press the rvw button to go from one category to the next display pilot poweron indication.
The sti comes with beltronics automute feature, which automatically reduces the volume level during an alert. The nice thing about either installed detector, the stir or the 9500ci, not only are they undetectable ie. Review of the beltronics gt7 radar detector techlicious. For best performance, do not mount the sti driver directly behind windshield wipers or tinted areas. These include gpsenabled models, the escort max 360, escort ix, radenso pro m and the radenso xp. Unfollow beltronics sti magnum to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Super sticky suction windshield suction cup mount for escort solo s2 s3 s55 s75 s75g passport 8500x50 x70 x80 8500 9500 sti magnum and beltronics rx65 gx65 vector 995 975 965 940 radar detectors 4. Beltronics sti driver radar detector for sale online ebay. Thrilled, because ive been a huge fan of the beltronics brand of radar detectors over the years. Rx65 gx65 sti driver 995 965 955 940 beltronics radar detector windshield mount.
Overall the range was definitely better, but it did end up falsing more on k band 24. The sti magnum, quick release windshield mount with suction cups, unique coiled smartplug lighter adapter with convenient mute button, alert lamp and poweron indicator. The rear panel of your sti driver should have a clear view of the road ahead. This windshield mount is designed for beltronics and escort radar detectors. Radar detector mirror mount for all escort passport.
The 2 on the bogey counter confirmed we were being double teamed. It works with all current beltronics and escort models and many past models. If you are considering buying the more expensive single cup. After you have registered your detector and created a download account, login to download the latest detector tools. Jul 16, 2018 if yes, then buy this beltronics sti magnum radar detector. Now even though the bel sti magnum is stealth and is rated as a 4star radar detector, i feel that you have a better option with the escort. However, if you need the stealth feature, you should choose beltronics sti magnum instead. Really wanted to love this magnum sti as a replacement for my older beltronics rx65 m4 radar detector. Radar detectors free delivery possible on eligible purchases. The beltronics sti driver was a seminal product, not only because of its novel abilities, but also because it was the first dash mount radar detector ever sold by beltronics or its sister company escort that exceeded the price of valentine one. Page 4 quick reference guide to begin using your sti magnum, quickmount slot radar antenna and laser lens insert sti magnums adjustable the rear panel of your sti magnum should just follow these simple steps windshield mount into this slot. The best radar detector for western australia explained by the radar experts in australia. Compatible beltronics radar detectors sti magnum, sti driver, pro500, 300, 200, 100, gx65, rx65, vector995, 965, 955, 940.
I have used escort brand radar detectors for years and currently have a passport 8500 x50 model. Comes with 1 year warranty, new plastic casing opt to keep aluminum case if wanted, and new. V1s radar locator was showing two arrows, one pointing toward the trap now behind, and a second arrow ahead. Does beltronics return it in a fashion where i wont get hit in customs. Ranked as the 2nd best concealed radar detector overview of the beltronics stir plus radar detector the beltronics stir plus is our most popular remote mounted radar detector for several reasons. When speaking about market competition and competitors the only product that would give a close competition is the valentine one. How to maximize the use of your radar detector, how to update your radar detector, and. Stis range surpasses its own pro series gx65 and rx65. Beltronics bel sti driver vs valentine one v1 vs sti delonix radar. Beltronics car radar and laser detectors for sale ebay. And the beltronics sti magnum has a lot of features that outweigh the features of valentine one. Lets take a look at all of the very best windshield mount radar detectors.
It is rated as an extreme range radar detector with over 8 times the capture distance of a police radar gun. Install your radar detector with a blendmount custom radar detector mount designed specifically for beltronics, escort, and valentine one detectors. Nov 24, 20 beltronics sti driver vs police laserradar. Sti s range surpasses its own pro series gx65 and rx65. Because of this the sti magnum display is a little easier to read if you mount it high on your windshield. Beltronics and escort radar detector accessories canada. I prefer the magnum to the redline, and its my daily driver detector. Let us have close look at the advantages of sti over its competitors. Includes the windshield bracket and four suction cups two for use and two spares. Three years ago, multaradar cd was introduced in several european countries, and beltronics stir plus medition was the only detector on the market capable of detecting it. Or, simply press the large frontmounted mute button on the detector or smartplug included during an alert to instantly quiet the audio. The valentine one radar detector has the most sensitive laser optics compared to.
It was beltronics which gave us the revolutionary m3 platform of radar detectors. Blendmount custom radar detector mount escortbeltronics. We radar test beltronics and escort radar claims with sml to verify the best radar laser, such as passport mac, passport 9500ix, stir plus, passport 9500ci and valentine one. Therefore if you are a commercial driver or you frequently drive in the state of virginia, its important that you select a detector that is stealth to the spectre and currently there are only five detectors with that ability and they are the escort redline, the sti magnum, the passport. Apr 12, 2012 install your radar detector with a blendmount custom radar detector mount designed specifically for beltronics, escort, and valentine one detectors. User cruised into the second trap up the hill at 15 over and got himself a bluelight special. I have a valentine one also, and the sti r alerts before my valentine one on most occassions, on both kband and the kabands. One amazing feature about the valentine one is that the face is angled slightly left towards the driver so even with a center windshield mount, you can easily see the notifications. Repeated laser alert falsing from valentine 1 during encounter.
Once paired with the escort live app, the phone adds the advantages of gps. Oct 11, 2016 valentine 1 is invisible to vg2, but not yet tested against spectre. Escort and beltronics are the same company and they have produced two versions of the same radar detector under two different names. Windshield mounting bracket for escort beltronics radar. Sep 07, 2008 even with a spectreimmnue detector like the windshield mount beltronics sti driver, one has to be mindful of the placement and possible removal from sight from windscreen during a traffic stop. The valentine one was also the top performer along with the bel stir. Both the valentine one and the bel sti have pop detection on both kband and kaband, although according to the 2006 sml tests, the v1 has better detection on kaband pop than the sti.
Escort redline, valentine 1, beltronics sti r, passport 9500ci vs constanton ka away lefton during a traffic stop. This undetectability, combined with the sti drivers top of the line range and false alert filtering, makes this detector one of the most popular on the market. When it comes to ka detection, the new v1 gen2 is without a doubt a top notch performer. Works with most beltronics and escort radar detectors including. Just like the valentine one, the bel is made with a nongps style. Beltronics bel sti driver vs valentine one v1 vs sti. Beltronics sti driver vs police laserradar youtube. These three share a feature rare among radar detectors. Even with a spectreimmnue detector like the windshieldmount beltronics sti driver, one has to be mindful of the placement and possible removal from sight from windscreen during a traffic stop. Let us have close look at the advantages of sti over its.
Page 6 alphanumeric display the sti drivers display will show highway, autoscan, city, or city nox as its poweron indication. I prefer the magnum to the redline, and its my daily driver detector, with the redline, my detector for use in cars. Radar detector beltronics sti driver owners manual. The latest version of the sti magnum detector from beltronics has the virtual same performance and functions of the redline by escort which is to say it is also like the top performing dash mount rd on the market. Valentine research manufactures and sells direct the valentine one gen2 radar locator, the only radar and laser detector that tracks multiple threats. And the redlines expert meter display can display up to 8 simultaneous threats at one time while the beltronics threat display can only display 3.
Oct 31, 2015 realize, it was beltronics that gave us the venerable beltronics pro rx65 my top pick more than 10 years ago over the valentine 1 and the escort 8500 x50. The beltronics sti driver is the worlds first truly undetectable radar detector. The valentine one tested, as part of the prs1v system, was mounted in a pickup truck and thus sat higher relative to the second v1. The rise of lidar has taken the cops versus drivers catandmouse game to a new level. Beltronics sti driver upgrade to magnum radar detector. Direct wire your radar detector straight into the fuse box works with 12vdc and negative ground. Valentine 1 is invisible to vg2, but not yet tested against spectre.
Beltronics canada sti driver radar detector canada. The bel sti driver was beltronics first stealth windshield mounted radar detector, which was replaced by the bel sti magnum. Beltronics sti magnum vs valentine 1 in general, valentine 1 makes the best bang for the bucks. Best radar detector wa radar detectors perth radars direct. User control what the v1 lacks in display information as far as the alphanumeric led display of the sti, it makes up for in realworld user data. Performance so, between beltronics pro 300 vs valentine 1, which one does have the best performance. Bel sti xr vs bel sti driver we put them to the test. Radar detector mirror mount for all escort passport 9500ix sti s2 beltronics red ebay. Aug 24, 2017 performance so, between beltronics pro 300 vs valentine 1, which one does have the best performance. Bel sti driver,sti driver, beltronics, bel radar detector. Beltronics sti driver, sti magnum, gx65, rx65, rx55, vector 995, vector 965, vector 955, vector 940, vector 895, and express 795. Mar 17, 2020 valentine 1 gen2 performance conclusion. Also, here on radarbusters, radar roy has several articles in his help guide section to assist you in getting the most out of your detector such as. Well, even though beltronics pro 300 has good performance, valentine 1 comes out at the top.
Once you have installed the latest detector tools, your detector can be kept up to date with current firmware versions and camera database locations from your computer at home. Strong suction mount for beltronics vector 995 965 955 940 895 radar detectors. When ron gividen of beltronics recently sat down with me to give my readers an exclusive first look of the new beltronics gt7 radar detector, i was thrilled. The latest released of those beltronics radar detectors gets more demand because once you install it into your vehicle, then no one can able to detect this radar detector. Beltronics stir plus radar detector installed stealth.
Hey guys has anyone sent in a sti driver for an upgrade to magnum model. Buy beltronics stir plus radar detector installed stealth radar detector bel stir. Other than the little differences like the fact that they have different names, theres basically 8 main differences between the escort redline and the beltronics magnum. Beltronics radar detector system thats proof against detector finders like spectre rdd. The beltronics sti driver is the heftiest radar detector by any metric. While its shape and appearance is similar to the rx65, its external dimensions are slightly larger and its external black color matches the valentine v1. Its the first windshield mount detector that can trade shots with the reigning long distance champ, the uniden r7.
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