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First SAVVY boot-up
When the ignition key 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 powers up. On subsequent start-ups, V1 will power up within
a few seconds.
When the engine is shut off, V1 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
install 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’s audio
warnings will briefly sound at the normal, Control-Knob volume before changing
to the Muted Volume (adjust this with the Control Lever). Above the threshold, V1
will sound at its normal volume.
On V1s with ESP, a radar alert that SAVVY muted because your speed was below
the threshold, or you muted by pushing the Control Knob, will automatically
unmute when speed rises slightly above your setting. On pre-ESP V1s, a muted
warning stays muted regardless of speed.
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 is still V1
Whether SAVVY mutes a new signal or you do it manually, V1’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.
Interaction with OnStar
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OnStar cannot run its full diagnostic test if SAVVY or any other device is plugged
into the OBD port. SAVVY does not interfere with any other OnStar function.
OnStar is a registered trademark of OnStar, LLC.
