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PNI Wayfinder V2020 Wireless Full Spectrum Compass and Wireless Temperature System | 
| Brand: Wayfinder
This item is no longer available
Rating:  30 reviews
Sales Rank: 27240
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 5.5 x 2
Ice Alert Warns of hazardous road conditions when the mperature drops to 35F
MPN: V2020
Model: V2020
UPC: 744869500836
EAN: 0744869100760
ASIN: B0002L4ZK8
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| Features:
| • | Radio frequency operation for wireless installation | | • | 3-mode compass displays travel direction with compass rose plus directional arrow; 8 cardinal points and 5 numeric digits | | • | Electronically compensates for magnetic field generated by vehicle | | • | Magnetic distortion flag alerts when magnetic interference is affecting compass accuracy | | • | Ice Alert warns of hazardous road conditions when temp is below 32 degrees |
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Product Description
Radio Frequency and battery operationDisplays direction with compass rose, 8 cardinal points, and 1 numeric digits on large holographic LCD displayElectronically compensates for magnetic field generated by vehicleMagnetic distortion flag alerts when magnetic interference is affecting compass accuracyIce Alert warns of hazardous road conditions when temperature is below 32 FAll weather performance designed to withstand extreme temperaturesSmart shut-off if vehicle parked for 10 minutes Uses lithium battery or DC adapter (both included)Includes adjustable mounting bracket with suction cups, outside temperature sensor and cable ties
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| Customer Reviews: Read 25 more reviews...
 Still Lost in the Dark November 4, 2005
G. K. Libbey (Harbor Isle, NY United States)
16 out of 21 found this review helpful
This compass wasn't easy to set up. First, I had to buy a tiny Phillips screwdrive to open the case in order to insert the battery for the temperature transmitter. My husband, who is in construction, didn't have the correct screw driver in one of his many tool boxes. In order to attach the thermometer transmitter, I had to lie down in a driveway and search for a place to attach the device under the front of the car (if I were younger, this might have been easier). After getting this accomplished, I discovered that the backlight display on the compass (which has an easy to open battery compartment & an optional cigarette lighter power source) doesn't really work in the dark. During the day it is a reassuring device. I have yet to find out whether the icy roads warning device will function during the upcoming winter months. A rather pricey gadget.
Not Worth the Price October 15, 2006
Camedia (Sacramento, CA USA)
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
Pros:
1. Easy installation.
2. Accurate temperature readings when the sensor is placed at the right place.
Cons:
1. Back light is too dim. At night you have to get as close as one foot to see the digits.
2. The silver cover is too shiny. You can see its reflection in the windshield. It should be a dull color like the dashboard.
3. Expensive for what it does.
4. You would hope the thieves are smart enough not to think it is an expensive GPS unit.
Conclusion: This product is not worth buying. It has been on the market for at least two years, but you don't see the manufacturer making any improvement on things such as the back light. A Gentex auto-dimming mirror with compass and outside temperature has better value.
Update on 11-5-2006: One month after installation the outside temperature sensor went dead.
Update on 12-27-2006: Finally received replacement unit from the manufacturer. Customer Service was not very responsive.
 Easy installation January 11, 2007
Horace K. (Naples, ME USA)
12 out of 12 found this review helpful
My original goal was a replacement rearview mirror with Compass and Temperature but installation would have been very complicated involving major disassembly of the vehicle. This unit performs as well, if not better and installation was a breeze! The compass actually reads out in degrees and appears to be very sensitive. The wireless remote temerature sensor was easy to install (many choices of location) and works perfectly. The new mirror that I was considering would have cost more than twice as much as this unit. I am very, very pleased.
 Great product - only a couple of minor issues February 7, 2005
Jong-Seok Hyun (MI, USA)
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
I really love this compass. Literally easy to install, easy to set up. (you still have to drive your car 360 degrees)
Temperature reading is very accurate. Overall, I think I made the right choice.
A couple of problem- It's hard to read under bright sun light. LCD is not bright enough, it's enough to read direction/temperature, but needs to be brighter. DC power cord is too short. I mounted compass next to rearview mirror, and the cord is blocking radio/ temp control access.
If you don't care too much about those problems, and you don't want to have wires dangling around by you, this is the right product for you.
V2020 Wireless Compass October 9, 2005
Douglas E. Flack
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
The compass works very well, The wireless temperature works well and is very accurate. I also bought the inside sensor, by placing it in a spot that aviods direct sunlight you get a much more accurate inside temperature reading. I like the way the compass backlight automatically comes on when needed, when you plug it into a power port this is a nice feature. The only thing I would change is I would increase the font size of the temperature readings. All in all I think this is a very good product.
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