Second Generation Valentine1 Radar Detector

[WCLamb]

I'm a new owner (Pamplona Red G2 3.8 AWD w/ signature pkg) and I've got a question:
I moved my Valentine1 from the leased car I just got rid of... to the new Genesis. Now the detector seems to bark constantly, to the point of annoyance. It seems to quiet down once I'm on the road, but for the first few minutes of driving, it's enough to drive me bonkers. It never behaved this badly in the Infiniti I returned.

The detector is quite old, and perhaps "old" technology is to blame. But I'm wondering if the myriad assortment of electronic sensors on the Genesis might be what's setting this thing off. I find it hard to believe that the various tech-toys on the Genesis are running on X-Band or K-Band which would require FCC licensing. Anyone have similar experience? Any remedy besides turning down the volume (which I'll always forget to turn back up!)

 

[dareckibmw]

I had the same problem with my 14 years old V1 in my 2G. I sent it back to the lab for an upgrade (~$305 S/H included).... turn around was like 3-4 days.

They sent me a brand new unit. Now it works beautifully and filtering false signals from sensors (blind spot detection system and such)

You can check how much it's going to cost you, lol http://www.valentine1.com/Upgrades/

btw.
Congrats on your new car and welcome to forum!

 

[WCLamb]

You can check how much it's going to cost you, lol http://www.valentine1.com/Upgrades/

btw.
Congrats on your new car and welcome to forum!

Thank you for your quick reply and the valuable information you included. I just printed out the forms from V1's webpage and will pack this beast away and get it mailed off today. I've owned this device for so long... (Original sales/shipping ticket was in the box... purchased in 3/94!) I forgot there was an upgrade policy. Or maybe it's because I'm old... they say a mind is a terrible thing to lose!

For me, the upgrade's $289+15 S/H, so your guess was spot-on. Now I'll have to drive "naked" for the next week or so, which in NJ is scary! But I'll survive! Thanxagain!

 

[dareckibmw]

Just remember; send the V1 alone! w/o cord/mounts, etc ...you will get the whole package brand new.

 

[Huddleston]

I run a V1 in my G2 with zero issues at all. time to get it updated.

 

[WCLamb]

Just remember; send the V1 alone! w/o cord/mounts, etc ...you will get the whole package brand new.

You were absolutely correct! I sent off my receiver/detector the day I first posted and the new unit arrived today. It seems a bit different, including one alert I've never heard before. I guess I have to read the book that came with the new bundle and learn how to use this device all over again!

I do appreciate your help and information. Now I should be golden for the next 20 years. I wonder if my Genesis will last that long!