Any V1 users running the SAVVY?
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W212 E63
Any V1 users running the SAVVY?
I went to install my V1 last week by running the cord to the 12V plug in the glove compartment like many suggested on here only to realize they removed that outlet on the '12s. Needed a plan B, so I ordered the SAVVY which plugs into the OBD2 port to provide another disguised solution. It does work to power my V1, but the SAVVY does not auto-mute the detector below the speed threshold as advertised. Valentine says it's likely due to SAVVY's inability to communicate with the ECU, or interference from MBrace (or what they refer to as OnStar equivalent.) I was curious if anyone else is currently utilizing SAVVY in their E63, and if so, does it work as advertised? I'm keeping the unit because of the simple install it creates, but I'd like to have it's full functionality too.
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I have a savvy and it does not work as advertised. I thought I had the wrong setting but your post confirms that something is wrong. As you mentioned, it was an easy install and didn't have to tap into wires. I like the fact that I can pull it and install in other cars with no problems. Not too sure about the 70 price tag for just a power source
I went to install my V1 last week by running the cord to the 12V plug in the glove compartment like many suggested on here only to realize they removed that outlet on the '12s. Needed a plan B, so I ordered the SAVVY which plugs into the OBD2 port to provide another disguised solution. It does work to power my V1, but the SAVVY does not auto-mute the detector below the speed threshold as advertised. Valentine says it's likely due to SAVVY's inability to communicate with the ECU, or interference from MBrace (or what they refer to as OnStar equivalent.) I was curious if anyone else is currently utilizing SAVVY in their E63, and if so, does it work as advertised? I'm keeping the unit because of the simple install it creates, but I'd like to have it's full functionality too.
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Joined: Jun 2007
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From: Columbia, SC
W212 E63
I have a savvy and it does not work as advertised. I thought I had the wrong setting but your post confirms that something is wrong. As you mentioned, it was an easy install and didn't have to tap into wires. I like the fact that I can pull it and install in other cars with no problems. Not too sure about the 70 price tag for just a power source
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Do they use laser in your area? That's all they use where i live and I've found that radar detectors are useless against those. Once they have line of site, its too late....
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