Valentine One V1 Gen2, Owner'S Manual

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First SAVVY Boot-Up

When the engine is switched on for the first SAVVY boot-up, there will be 

a “get acquainted” sequence with the car’s electronic system.  Up to 30 

seconds may be required before V1 Gen2 powers up.  On subsequent  

start-ups, V1 Gen2 will power up within a few seconds.

When the engine is shut off, V1 Gen2 will power down within 10 seconds 

in most vehicles.  Exceptions are rare, but a few vehicles may require up to 5 

minutes to complete the shut off.

When SAVVY is removed from the OBD port, it will forget what it knows 

about the car.  This means that the “get acquainted” sequence will be 

repeated after the next installation even if SAVVY is plugged back into the 

same car.

Settings

Use the thumbwheel for all settings.  The numbers 15 through 65 represent 

threshold speeds in mph.  At speeds below the threshold you’ve set, V1 

Gen2’s audio warnings will briefly sound at the Initial Volume before 

changing to the Muted Volume (see how to adjust on page 6).  Above the 

threshold, V1 Gen2 will sound at its Initial Volume. 

On a radar alert that SAVVY muted because your speed was below the 

threshold, or you muted by tapping the Control Button, volume will 

automatically unmute when speed rises slightly above your setting. 

The AUTO setting brings all alerts in at the Muted Volume regardless of 

speed.  The NONE setting disables SAVVY’s muting function.

Driving with SAVVY

We suggest 30 or 35 mph as an initial setting.  After some experimentation, 

we think most users will find a setting that works for all occasions.  The 

out-of-the-way location of the OBD port is inconvenient for adjusting the 

thumbwheel, but very good as a starting place for hard-wire installations.  

For your convenience, two wire clips and a beaded tie strap are included to 

secure the wire in a safe location away from the pedals.

V1 Gen2 Is Still V1 Gen2

Whether SAVVY mutes a new signal or you do it manually, V1 Gen2’s 

response is the same;  a brief reminder of your current Mode will appear in 

the Bogey Counter as the new alarm is being muted.

Interactions You Should Know About

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   SAVVY draws a small current from the car battery even with the ignition 

switched off.  Use caution in vehicles with weak batteries, or that go for 

long periods without being driven.

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   Some vehicles may not be compatible with SAVVY.  Refer to  

http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp

 for a list of 

cars with known issues.