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PNI V1000 Operation Manual
Summary of V1000
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Page 2: Congratulations...
Congratulations... You have purchased one of the most sophisticated compasses available for use in a vehicle. The v1000 incorporates patented magnetic sensor technology to give you accurate, electronic compass headings. Pni’s magnetic sensor technology electronically measures your vehicles magnetic ...
Page 3: Table of Contents
Table of contents display and buttons.........................................1 installation........................................................3 12 volt adapter ................................................4 turning the power on and off.........................5 magnetic distortion warning.....
Page 4: Display
Display the unit displays heading in 16 cardinal points (n, nne, ene, e, etc.), numeric digits with a resolu- tion of 5° and a compass rose at all times when it is on. The compass rose points in the direction displayed on the cardinal points. Buttons the unit has 5 buttons: two light buttons, a comp...
Page 5: Light Buttons
Light buttons both light buttons have the same function, press to turn the light on or off and press and hold to set the backlight time-out values (see page 8 for detailed instructions). Compass button pressing the compass button returns you to com- pass only mode, pressing and holding the com- pass...
Page 6: Installation
Installation initially, mount the unit on the windshield or dashboard with the face of the lcd pointing toward the rear of the vehicle. Mounting adjustments the lcd viewing angle may be adjusted by loosening the bracket lock on the back of the compass. Turn the lock a quarter of a turn coun- ter clo...
Page 7: 12 Volt Adapter
Tively affected by a strong magnetic field, such as that found in proximity to an audio speaker. It is recommended that the unit be mounted 5 or more inches away from stereo speakers. 12 volt adapter the pni v1000 has a 12 volt adapter jack located on the back of the compass. Unplug the small rubber...
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5 turning the power on and off to turn the power on, press any button. The unit turns off automatically when you have parked your vehicle and no magnetic change has been detected for approximately 10 min- utes. Magnetic distortion warning when the unit senses there has been a sig- nificant change in...
Page 9: Calibration
Calibration 1. To calibrate the unit, press and hold the com- pass button and the wait icon will flash. 2. While the wait icon flashes (located in the upper middle of the lcd), the backlight momen- tarily turns on and then turns off. 3. Once the light turns off, the turn twice (located in bottom lef...
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7 6. Press the compass button. At this point, the turn twice icon will flash. 7. Turn your vehicle in two circles and then press the compass button. The unit is now calibrated. Note: the size of the circles or the direction your vehicle is pointing when beginning or ending the circles do not matter....
Page 11: Backlight Information
Backlight information and programming press either the top or bottom light button to turn the backlight on or off. Press and hold either light button to program the auto shut-off value of the backlight. The default auto shut- off value is 10 seconds, but a value of 30 sec- onds, 60 seconds, or 180 s...
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“30” will flash for 3 seconds, and then be selected. 3. The additional values are selected in the same manner. Note: each time you press and hold the light button, the flashing time out value will be selected. 9.
Page 13: Timer Mode
Timer mode with the unit turned on, press the timer button and the timer icon displays, along with the timer value. Compass information is displayed as well. The timer displays in hours, minutes and seconds, and counts up to a maximum of 99 hr, 59 min and 59 seconds. If it reaches the maximum, it re...
Page 14: Bearing Mode
3. If you no longer want the timer displayed, press the compass button and the unit will display only compass information. Note: the timer will continue to run, even though it is no longer in timer mode or until the unit turns off. Bearing mode to program a bearing into the pni v1000: 1. With the un...
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Played as normal, with numeric digits, cardinal points and a solid compass rose pointing in the direction you are going. 2. If the current heading and bearing direction are the same, the tip of the arrow will flash, while the shaft will be solid. This indicates that you are going in the direction of...
Page 16: Changing The Batteries
Changing the batteries 1. It is time to change the batteries in the pni v1000 when the display flickers or is dim, when you turn the backlight on and the display goes blank or when the unit will no longer turn on. 2. Remove the compass from the bracket and place the compass on a solid surface with t...
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6. Insert the 2 new batteries, both with the positive side toward the battery cover. 7. Insert the rubber plug to close the battery compartment. 8. Turn the v1000 right side up and turn the power on. 9. The v1000 will go through a self-test pat- tern before displaying heading information. The degree...
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Frequently asked questions how does the pni v1000 work? The v1000 uses a patented magnetic sensor technology that was developed by pni corpo- ration for the u.S. Military. This technology is called magneto-inductive and is the largest advance in compass technology since the flux- gate was invented 6...
Page 19: How Do I Read The Display?
Tages have made magneto-inductive sensor technology the choice for many high profile compass applications including gm, ford, and chrysler automobiles, polaris jet skis, bayliner boats and timex watches. Where can the v1000 be used? The v1000 can be used in any type of vehicle including cars, trucks...
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What is calibration and why is it necessary? Calibration is the process whereby the v1000 separates the earth’s magnetic field from exter- nal magnetic fields such as those generated by a vehicle’s steel body or electronics. Without calibration, the v1000 thinks the entire mag- netic field it is rea...
Page 21: Does It Use?
How long do the batteries last and what type does it use? The v1000 operates off of 2 lithium batteries, #cr2032. These are common batteries that can be found almost anywhere watch or hearing aid batteries are sold. The batteries should provide over 200 hours of compass usage, excluding the backligh...
Page 22: Using The 12 Volt Adapter?
Why does the v1000 need batteries if i’m using the 12 volt adapter? The v1000 has a 12 volt adapter jack that allows it to run off of your vehicle’s battery. In many types of vehicles, turning off the ignition also turns off the power to the 12 volt adapter. If the v1000’s power is shut-off complete...
Page 23: What Is Magnetic Distortion?
20 what is magnetic distortion? Many things generate external magnetic fields which cause compasses to be inaccurate, including metal and electronics. Unlike most compasses, the v1000 senses when there has been a significant change in magnetic fields and flashes the cardinal points. This implies tha...
Page 24: Service & Replacement
21 service & replacement for the fastest service, contact or return your unit to the place of purchase. If you wish to return the unit for replacement or repair to pni corporation, please follow the fol- lowing procedures: 1. Obtain a return merchandise authorization (rma) number by contacting pni: ...
Page 25: Pni Corporation
Once you have acquired a rma number, pack the unit securely to prevent damage in transit. If possible, use the original packing material and box. Be sure to send the entire product. 3. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a trace- able carrier: such as united parcel service (ups), roadway parcel servi...
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Limited warranty; limitation of liability pni corporation (“pni”) warrants to the original user that this product will be free of defects in workmanship and mate- rials for one (1) year from the date of purchase. This war- ranty does not cover wear and tear due to normal use, or damage to the produc...
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But not limited to, (1) the implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a par- ticular purpose, or (2) that use of the prod- uct will be uninterrupted and error free. Pni shall have no liability for any indirect or speculative damages (including, but not limited to, consequential, inci-...
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