Upgrading a V1

[jnesmith]

I've had my V1 for over 10 years. It's so old, I can't remember the year I bought it. I checked the software version using the technique described in one of the stickies. The 4 numbers were 0137.

It's served me well; just 1 ticket during it's life. However, recently I've had the urge to get a new detector. I did a bunch of research (on this site and others) and it looks like the V1 is still at the top of the class.

I was about to order a new one. I went to their website and noticed the upgrade option. My unit is so old, I qualify for an "instant upgrade". Basically, for $279, they send me a brand new unit. Sounds pretty sweet.

It would be nice to be able to keep my old unit. (I would give it to my wife). But, I can't complain. I assume everyone is familiar with this service, but in case not, I thought I would mention it.

P.S.

Nice site, and nice set of forums.

[V1 Dave]

Yes, we all know about it, best bargain is so sell it on fleabay as all models get bank.
VR sells returned new units for 10% off.
If your unit was bought 97-98 it would be worth keeping, or give it to your wife.
Your four version numbers don't make sence.

[jnesmith]

Can one determine the model from the serial number? It's 1447110337

I followed the instructions for determining the software version. Those were the numbers that flashed, in that sequence.

I'll check out selling prices on fleabay - thanks.

[V1 Dave]

No, you have to enter the programming mode.
http://valentine1.com/lab/MikesLabRpt3.asp
You have a pre 97' upgrade, weak Ka and no mode memory, your wife needs a new one as well, :wink:

[jnesmith]

That's what I did. I entered the programming mode, then followed the steps to "determine your software version". the numbers that flashed in sequence were: 0 1 3 7. I noticed this time that the 1 had a period after it. So, it was: 0 1. 3 7. Maybe that means 1.370?

[jnesmith]

Just noticed your comment about pre-97. I agree. I really think this was close to when they first came out.

Probably not worth fleabaying, huh?

[V1 Dave]

The earliest version on the chart is 2.680 so I believe that your unit is so old that it cannot even be reprogrammed, I heard that early ones could not.
What happens when you tap the mute button after your firmware?
Oh yea, you don't even have laser. Earliest unit $299

[GTO_04]

The earliest version on the chart is 2.680 so I believe that your unit is so old that it cannot even be reprogrammed, I heard that early ones could not.
What happens when you tap the mute button after your firmware?
Oh yea, you don't even have laser. Earliest unit $299

I have a 1.7 with firmware 2.690 and it can be programmed. Still works, great, no E's, no "J"'s, and no more Ka non police radar alerts than my BEL.

GTO_04

[happya$$]

The earliest version on the chart is 2.680 so I believe that your unit is so old that it cannot even be reprogrammed, I heard that early ones could not.
What happens when you tap the mute button after your firmware?
Oh yea, you don't even have laser. Earliest unit $299

I have a 1.7 with firmware 2.690 and it can be programmed. Still works, great, no E's, no "J"'s, and no more Ka non police radar alerts than my BEL.

GTO_04

2.909 was the last V1 1.7 firmware

[GTO_04]

The earliest version on the chart is 2.680 so I believe that your unit is so old that it cannot even be reprogrammed, I heard that early ones could not.
What happens when you tap the mute button after your firmware?
Oh yea, you don't even have laser. Earliest unit $299

I have a 1.7 with firmware 2.690 and it can be programmed. Still works, great, no E's, no "J"'s, and no more Ka non police radar alerts than my BEL.

GTO_04

2.909 was the last V1 1.7 firmware

Makes sense. Didn't some of the last 1.7s have the separate LEDs for each radar/laser band?

GTO_04