PNI Wayfinder V2000 Deluxe Vehicle Information Center

by PNI

Product Features

• Three-mode compass shows direction with compass rose, 16 cardinal points, and 5-degree numeric digits
• Bright backlight turns on/off automatically using Photo Diode sensor
• Measures inside or outside temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius
• Stores one bearing point heading into memory to stay on desired course>
• Holographic LCD improves brightness and contrast while removing glare; easy one-step calibration

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The V2000 deluxe vehicle information center uses PNI's patented magnetic sensor technology--the same compass technology used in GM, Ford, and Chrysler vehicles. And its sleek new design and metallic finish will get everyone's attention.

The PNI V2000 is packed with a variety of smart features, including automatic shutoff when the vehicle is parked for a few minutes, and distortion warning when magnetic interference from an outside source--such as a steel bridge--is affecting compass accuracy. An intelligent photo diode senses light conditions and turns the backlight on or off automatically. An ice alert displays at 35 degrees Fahrenheit (or 1 degree Celsius) to warn of freezing conditions and potential black ice.

It's easy to mount on a windshield with suction cups, and comes with an adjustable bracket for optimal viewing (even on vertical windshields) and a structural design that reduces vibration. It provides accurate compass bearings within 5 degrees and operates on a long-life lithium battery for over 1,200 hours (without backlight usage). An included 12-volt adapter fits into a lighter socket to save battery life.

Product Description

V2000 Digital Vehicle Compass offers accurate, affordable compass technology for your car! It uses the same technology as the built-in compasses in GM, Ford and Chrysler vehicles. Easy and informative, yet chock full of some of the most accurate compass technology available for vehicles. Plus, it can tell you inside / outside temperatures and alert you when conditions are right for dangerous black ice to form on the roadway. More: Amazingly accurate... magnetic sensor technology electronically measures your vehicle's magnetic field and calibrates for inaccuracies mathematically with its built-in microprocessor. The result? Unequaled compass performance in a vehicle environment. Displays direction of travel in three different formats: 1) cardinal points; 2) numeric digits; and 3) compass rose Indicates inside / outside temps in either Fahrenheit or Celsius. Displays ICE alert at 35 F or 1 C to warn of freezing conditions and potential black ice on the roadway. One-step calibration is fast and easy... just press a button and drive your vehicle in a circle once... the Compass does the rest. Auto-shut off occurs if no magnetic field changes are sensed within approx, 10 minutes time. Extends battery life! Back-lit for easy nighttime viewing. Programmable Back-light auto shut-off allows you to set backlighting to turn off after a certain length of time, significantly increasing battery life. Photo sensor turns the backlight on or off automatically depending on the amount of ambient light present. Magnetic Distortion Flag indicates when magnetic interference from outside sources such as steel from a bridge or overpass are affecting compass accuracy. Easy-to-see holographic LCD improves brightness and contrast while minimizing glare Requires (1) CR123 lithium battery (included). Typical battery life is up to 1,200 hours (without backlight usage). Includes 12-volt cigarette lighter adapter and adjustable suction cup mounting bracket. Measures 4 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/4", weighs just

Product Details

Product Manual [559kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 1.2 x 2.5 inches ; 4.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005K9FB
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #280,822 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars PNI V2000, July 3, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: PNI Wayfinder V2000 Deluxe Vehicle Information Center (Sports)

Interesting gadget, the kind of thing that's great to get but the usefulness is questionable. Set up was easy. The compass is of good quality. It would be great to just put it in the car and forget it. But the instructions say to remove it from your car and not to expose it to heat or cold. It's just a little too big to put in my pocket each time I get to my destination.

41 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what I was looking for, September 10, 2001

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This review is from: PNI Wayfinder V2000 Deluxe Vehicle Information Center (Sports)

After searching for something decent in local stores, I found this unit while searching the net.

Where cheaper models only show the degrees reading, I like the fact that it shows the numeric reading, the letters (N, W, NW, etc.) and the graphical representation. For the most part, you could skip the numbers, since the graphic and letters say it all.

Calibration was a snap, and it's been dead-on for a couple of months now. The suction cup mounts can vibrate a little, but taking some time to clean the windshield and securing them well will eliminate any problems. The pivot screw between the unit and the mount did loosen once, but a quick re-tightening fixed that issue.

The backlight works very well in a dark vehicle, without being too bright and annoying. Daylight visibility is also very good. The auto-shutoff feature is very nice to save the batteries, and not force you to remember to turn it off.

We've left it in our van during one of the hottest summers on record, and have not had any problems with the unit. Time will tell how it will handle the cold Wisconsin winter, but I don't anticipate any problems.

I haven't connected the temperature probe yet, but this was one of the very few units I found that combined the compass and temperature readings together. An interior temp sensor inside the unit would have been a nice addition, however.

All in all, this compass was very useful when navigating the north woods of Wisconsin. You can get turned around pretty easily while exploring the back roads, and know what direction you're heading is very nice.

This is a quality item, and worth the money.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A product of questionable quality!, December 1, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: PNI Wayfinder V2000 Deluxe Vehicle Information Center (Sports)

I received the PNI V2000 as a gift in September 2002. It seemed to work fairly well until the temperature got below 30 degrees. The accuracy of the thermometer below 30 is very poor, and as it gets colder the accuracy gets worse. I exchanged the unit, and the new one was even worse. The thermometer was at least as inaccurate, and it did not display any temperatures between 9 and 15 degrees. If the thermometer did work, the fact that it doesn't register temperatures below 1 degree limits its usefullness in Vermont. The compass seems accurate most of the time but is prone to go out of adjustment and requires re-calibration fairly frequently. It would be a fun device to have in your vehicle if it worked.