Valentine 1 with Savvy install - easy peasy lemon squeezy

miula · 03-28-2015, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kzang

Hi and thanks for your reply. My speed is set at 35 mph.
I think there might be something wrong with my OBD causing the alarm to go off when I lock the car.

1. Savvy setup worked fine with my previous X5 (E70).
2. When I plug in the Savvy setup with my radar, the V1 turns on fine but started to alert in 2 or 3 K bands.
3. When I set up withe V1 with a regular "coil" type wire via Cig lighter outlet, the V1 is quiet and behaves normal.
4. When I plug in the Savvy to the OBD (without connecting it with the V1) and I lock the door the car's alarm goes off.

This leads me to believe that the OBD might be faulty on my brand new X5 with only 200 miles on it!

The Savvy unit works perfectly on my wife's 2015 F15 X5 without any issues with the alarm system and it was recently updated as well; unfortunately it seems like an issue with your OBDII port since your Savvy unit works well elsewhere.

joofoo · 08-27-2015, 01:06 PM

Hi everyone, so I got my car a few weeks ago (loving it

) and have been trying to do this install for the V1 w/ Savvy, but I can't seem to get the wire to squeeze in between the windshield and roof. It fits snug from where the rearview mirror is, but as I get closer to the A pillar, in no way can I get it to slide in. Also can't fit it into the A pillar. I'm trying to do this on a 2015 M4 vert.

I attached some pics for reference. Anyone else have similar issues?

LotusRacerX · 10-02-2015, 02:46 PM

I think having it in the HUD would be awesome. I swear the lights are super bright. As you said, directionally, V1 only knows Front/Rear/Sides, and not Left/Right, so the reverse image is not a problem.

Any threads on how to open up the HUD area? Any caveats/warnings about putting it in there? It would also be stealth, no need to hide it.

One poster (the OP?) commented that his car was white, but at my height, I see the HUD image well above the hood and really projected over the street, so I am doubting he actually tried it out.

Wah · 10-02-2015, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by LotusRacerX

I think having it in the HUD would be awesome. I swear the lights are super bright. As you said, directionally, V1 only knows Front/Rear/Sides, and not Left/Right, so the reverse image is not a problem.

Any threads on how to open up the HUD area? Any caveats/warnings about putting it in there? It would also be stealth, no need to hide it.

One poster (the OP?) commented that his car was white, but at my height, I see the HUD image well above the hood and really projected over the street, so I am doubting he actually tried it out.

I tried it. I placed it in the cutout where the HUD projector is and it projected at the same level as my hood. In broad daylight, the arrows aren't bright enough. You can see them, but they are very dim. Also, over time, I think the sun and heat would just kill the remote display. I like where it is now since I don't lose the mute button. A good HUD solution would be cool, though.

PRUVEIT · 10-08-2015, 01:22 AM

Here is my install...
I mounted it next to the headlight light controls.

JP

PRUVEIT · 10-08-2015, 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by PRUVEIT

Here is my install...
I mounted it next to the headlight light controls.

JP

Trying this again...

LotusRacerX · 10-09-2015, 06:44 PM

Finally did my install....the red LED's are WAY too dim for use in the HUD....bummer.

Put it on the left side dash, as seen earlier in this thread.

MAM3 · 10-17-2015, 08:45 AM

Thanks for everyone's help with this and great post.

Installed as above, but placed the concealed display in the center console. Ran the cable, hidden, under the steering wheel.

Can easily be removed and/or covered - just used some velcro.

Brosef · 10-22-2015, 01:36 PM

question for those of you with Savvy installed. is there any way to tell if the unit draws power after the ignition has been shut off? the V1 website indicates this as a warning, and I did a quick search and found a few people who have had their batteries drained by it. is it possible that some cars handle an OBD connection different than others (i.e. could the Savvy keep your ECU awake after shutting down in some cars, but not others?)? I don't drive my car every day. Every week, but not every day.

I was getting ready to order it as it seems like the perfect solution, and I particularly like the idea of muting below a pre-selected speed, but I don't want to find myself stranded or do anything to strain this battery (likely an expensive part to replace should something happen given it's Li-ion.)

thanks for the help

funk74 · 10-24-2015, 01:41 PM

When the car is off, the unit, both the main unit and the concealed display are off and not working. Doesn't seem to draw any power as far as I can tell.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brosef

question for those of you with Savvy installed. is there any way to tell if the unit draws power after the ignition has been shut off? the V1 website indicates this as a warning, and I did a quick search and found a few people who have had their batteries drained by it. is it possible that some cars handle an OBD connection different than others (i.e. could the Savvy keep your ECU awake after shutting down in some cars, but not others?)? I don't drive my car every day. Every week, but not every day.

I was getting ready to order it as it seems like the perfect solution, and I particularly like the idea of muting below a pre-selected speed, but I don't want to find myself stranded or do anything to strain this battery (likely an expensive part to replace should something happen given it's Li-ion.)

thanks for the help

Wildcharlie · 10-30-2015, 09:27 PM

I just picked up my X5M today and moved my V1 setup with Savvy out of my f10 550 (where it worked fine). I have the same issue with the alarm. Looks like some of the new models have an OBD-sensing alarm system. Issue listed on Valentine website http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp

The question is, can you code the car to disable the OBD alarm?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kzang

Hi and thanks for your reply. My speed is set at 35 mph.
I think there might be something wrong with my OBD causing the alarm to go off when I lock the car.

1. Savvy setup worked fine with my previous X5 (E70).
2. When I plug in the Savvy setup with my radar, the V1 turns on fine but started to alert in 2 or 3 K bands.
3. When I set up withe V1 with a regular "coil" type wire via Cig lighter outlet, the V1 is quiet and behaves normal.
4. When I plug in the Savvy to the OBD (without connecting it with the V1) and I lock the door the car's alarm goes off.

This leads me to believe that the OBD might be faulty on my brand new X5 with only 200 miles on it!

mookjohnson · 11-05-2015, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ViewU

I am looking to purchase a Valentine V1 and have a couple of questions. Do you really need the Concealed Display if you are going to get the V1 Connection LE? I figure the V1 Connection LE would act just like the Concealed Display, so wouldn't that be redundancy?

I have the same question. Is the concealed display redundant with the LE Connection?

miula · 11-05-2015, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by mookjohnson

Quote:

Originally Posted by ViewU

I am looking to purchase a Valentine V1 and have a couple of questions. Do you really need the Concealed Display if you are going to get the V1 Connection LE? I figure the V1 Connection LE would act just like the Concealed Display, so wouldn't that be redundancy?

I have the same question. Is the concealed display redundant with the LE Connection?

Not really but it depends. Are you going to run the V1 app every single time you get in the car? I know I forget sometimes especially for short trips. Also, if you get a call or text you can't see the V1 app. Not a big deal either way IMHO...

I actually look at the concealed display before looking at the app due to the location of the later but it comes down to personal preference...

ideliver · 11-12-2015, 01:10 PM

Does anyone know which model BMW's use OBD sensing alarms?

I have an E60M5 with a traditional hardwire install. I picked a 2012 E71 X6M for a winter car. I was researching a hardwire install and found the SAVVY. Seems like a winner with volume adjust that you get with low speeds.

But, then the compatibility issues with BMW's that use OBD sensing alarms was noted on the Valentine One website. I'd like to get this, but would prefer a solution that does not create another problem.

mookjohnson · 11-12-2015, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miula

Not really but it depends. Are you going to run the V1 app every single time you get in the car? I know I forget sometimes especially for short trips. Also, if you get a call or text you can't see the V1 app. Not a big deal either way IMHO...

I actually look at the concealed display before looking at the app due to the location of the later but it comes down to personal preference...

Gotcha, thanks.

ideliver · 11-12-2015, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wildcharlie

I just picked up my X5M today and moved my V1 setup with Savvy out of my f10 550 (where it worked fine). I have the same issue with the alarm. Looks like some of the new models have an OBD-sensing alarm system. Issue listed on Valentine website http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp

The question is, can you code the car to disable the OBD alarm?

Yes...

Do you have F15 X5 or E70?

Wildcharlie · 11-23-2015, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ideliver

Yes...

Do you have F15 X5 or E70?

F85. Valentine is working on a modification to SAVVY to address the issue as well.

Coelho · 03-21-2016, 09:28 AM

Why use a concealed display? What is the issue with having the display on the V1 unit itself???

Wah · 03-22-2016, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coelho

Why use a concealed display? What is the issue with having the display on the V1 unit itself???

The concern (for me at least) was that at night, the main unit lighting up could be seen from behind. I wanted to keep it a little more discreet. By using a concealed display, it would eliminate that issue, put the arrows more in my line of sight, and put the mute button closer to my hand.

Is it something you need? No, not at all...

phlip · 06-26-2016, 05:39 PM

Old thread, sorry:

I know the V1 Savvy port has some known issues with the OBD port in BMWs (http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp). Did you guys have this issue with the M4? Would like to know before making the purchase and I've read mixed results and can't find something definitive for the 2015/2016 M4s.

Thanks in advance!

Wah · 06-26-2016, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phlip

Old thread, sorry:

I know the V1 Savvy port has some known issues with the OBD port in BMWs (http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp). Did you guys have this issue with the M4? Would like to know before making the purchase and I've read mixed results and can't find something definitive for the 2015/2016 M4s.

Thanks in advance!

Mine works fine

___ · 06-26-2016, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wah

Quote:

Originally Posted by phlip

Old thread, sorry:

I know the V1 Savvy port has some known issues with the OBD port in BMWs (http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp). Did you guys have this issue with the M4? Would like to know before making the purchase and I've read mixed results and can't find something definitive for the 2015/2016 M4s.

Thanks in advance!

Mine works fine

Mine will deplete my CLA45's battery within a couple days if I forget to take it out. It's happened a number of times (9 actually) - though every time I've gotten the boost for free from MB roadside assistance. Only once did the tech say something about "hey maybe check if your radar detector is draining it".

All this is to say: no way I'm using Savvy in my M3 when it gets here in a couple of weeks. I've already ordered my MirrorTap.

(btw, in case it matters, I use the Savvy to power a Passport Max, not a V1)

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joofoo New Member 0 Rep 9 Posts Drives: M4 vert Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: NYC / LA iTrader: (0)	Hi everyone, so I got my car a few weeks ago (loving it ) and have been trying to do this install for the V1 w/ Savvy, but I can't seem to get the wire to squeeze in between the windshield and roof. It fits snug from where the rearview mirror is, but as I get closer to the A pillar, in no way can I get it to slide in. Also can't fit it into the A pillar. I'm trying to do this on a 2015 M4 vert. I attached some pics for reference. Anyone else have similar issues? Attached Images
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LotusRacerX New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2015 335i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	I think having it in the HUD would be awesome. I swear the lights are super bright. As you said, directionally, V1 only knows Front/Rear/Sides, and not Left/Right, so the reverse image is not a problem. Any threads on how to open up the HUD area? Any caveats/warnings about putting it in there? It would also be stealth, no need to hide it. One poster (the OP?) commented that his car was white, but at my height, I see the HUD image well above the hood and really projected over the street, so I am doubting he actually tried it out.
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LotusRacerX New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 2015 335i M-Sport Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Georgia iTrader: (0)	Finally did my install....the red LED's are WAY too dim for use in the HUD....bummer. Put it on the left side dash, as seen earlier in this thread.
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MAM3 New Member 3 Rep 12 Posts Drives: 2016 M3 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Massachusetts iTrader: (0)	Thanks for everyone's help with this and great post. Installed as above, but placed the concealed display in the center console. Ran the cable, hidden, under the steering wheel. Can easily be removed and/or covered - just used some velcro. Attached Images
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Brosef Brigadier General 876 Rep 3,450 Posts Drives: F90 M5 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago iTrader: (4)	question for those of you with Savvy installed. is there any way to tell if the unit draws power after the ignition has been shut off? the V1 website indicates this as a warning, and I did a quick search and found a few people who have had their batteries drained by it. is it possible that some cars handle an OBD connection different than others (i.e. could the Savvy keep your ECU awake after shutting down in some cars, but not others?)? I don't drive my car every day. Every week, but not every day. I was getting ready to order it as it seems like the perfect solution, and I particularly like the idea of muting below a pre-selected speed, but I don't want to find myself stranded or do anything to strain this battery (likely an expensive part to replace should something happen given it's Li-ion.) thanks for the help
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ideliver Major 240 Rep 1,247 Posts Drives: E60 M5, E71 X6M, E46 M3 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: At the gas station iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 BMW E46 M3 'vert [0.00] 2008 BMW M5 [0.00] 2011 BMW E92 [0.00] 2012 BMW X6M [0.00] 2003 E46 M3 [0.00]	Does anyone know which model BMW's use OBD sensing alarms? I have an E60M5 with a traditional hardwire install. I picked a 2012 E71 X6M for a winter car. I was researching a hardwire install and found the SAVVY. Seems like a winner with volume adjust that you get with low speeds. But, then the compatibility issues with BMW's that use OBD sensing alarms was noted on the Valentine One website. I'd like to get this, but would prefer a solution that does not create another problem. __________________ Current: 2006 E46 M3 'vert 6-sp 2008 E60 M5, 2011 E92 328 6-sp, 2011 E70 N55, 2012 E71 X6M
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phlip Registered 0 Rep 1 Posts Drives: 2016 M4 Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (0)	OBD Port Issues? Old thread, sorry: I know the V1 Savvy port has some known issues with the OBD port in BMWs (http://www.valentine1.com/savvy/savvy_problem_cars.asp). Did you guys have this issue with the M4? Would like to know before making the purchase and I've read mixed results and can't find something definitive for the 2015/2016 M4s. Thanks in advance!
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