A devastating mistake avoided (welcome home V1)

[left4dead]

A couple of weeks ago, I had "sold" my V1 on eBay and decided to purchase a 9500ix (from Best Buy) because the V1 city 'chatter' was driving me nuts in Los Angeles/Orange Counry.

This should have been my 1st hint, but I went to 3 different Best Buy stores....and all of them had multiple returned/open item 9500ix units. I asked the sales rep(s) why so many of these units were being returned and I got the expected BS answers.

I wanted to test the unit out personally and see how it compares with the V1. could always return it before the 30 day refund period at no cost to me.

My initial impression was that the 9500ix was much larger than the V1 and felt "cheaper" as well. I hated the button layout but I kept an open mind and used my V1 hardwire that I had in my vehicle.

To make a long story short....I returned it to Best Buy after 2 days (adding to their already abundant stock of returned 9500ix).

I hated the GPS feature and didn't care for the plastic casing either. Also I couldn't live w/o the ARROWS. I thought I could, but I was wrong.

I didn't fully appreciate the V1 until I no longer had it. It truly is the "king" of ALL radar detectors....err LOCATORS.

Here's the cool part. The person who won my auction failed to make payment. It was a blessing as I was able to keep my V1.

But there was still an issue with city "chatter" (especially in LA). I had my V1 programmed with X-band OFF, POP mode OFF and K-band auto-mute set to 30 seconds. I also had a custom MUTE button installed. Even with those modifications....it was still a noisey little bugger around town.

I was on the verge of disabling K-band, but was adviced not to in So Cal.

I have finally found the answer to my problem. I set option "E" to DOWN (K-band mute at level 4) and it does wonders in little L mode.

I am still able to see K-band detection, but the volume is muted until it hits level 6.

This option has been a God send for me driving in Los Angeles and I love my V1 more than ever.

I admit that it was a stupid move on my part initially selling my V1 but I had to learn the hard way and in the end, I appreciate this device even more now.

Long live the V1.

[Freebird]

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[V1 Dave]

Best Buy has a 14 day return policy for computers, monitors, projectors, camcorders, digital cameras, and radar detectors.

Additionally they have a 15% restocking fee on these items.
You must have taken a $75.00 hit.

If quiet means a lot to you and you were thinking about turning K band off I can give you an even better option of keeping it quiet.

By adding option (F) all eight LED's of strength are automuted giving you the ability of truly having one volume for K band (muted lever) and another volume for Ka and laser (regular knob)
I use this instead of turning K band off.

[Elude]

I cant wait to get my V1! Before i was into this game all to much i saw the v1 advertised in the back off maxim magazines with the stupid erection pills and such, thought it was a joke before. Man how i have changed

[antivirus6613]

I just bought a remote mute wire for my V1, hopefully it will keep it less chatty like yours.

[Gokhos]

A couple of weeks ago, I had "sold" my V1 on eBay and decided to purchase a 9500ix (from Best Buy) because the V1 city 'chatter' was driving me nuts in Los Angeles/Orange Counry.

This should have been my 1st hint, but I went to 3 different Best Buy stores....and all of them had multiple returned/open item 9500ix units. I asked the sales rep(s) why so many of these units were being returned and I got the expected BS answers.

I wanted to test the unit out personally and see how it compares with the V1. could always return it before the 30 day refund period at no cost to me.

My initial impression was that the 9500ix was much larger than the V1 and felt "cheaper" as well. I hated the button layout but I kept an open mind and used my V1 hardwire that I had in my vehicle.

To make a long story short....I returned it to Best Buy after 2 days (adding to their already abundant stock of returned 9500ix).

I hated the GPS feature and didn't care for the plastic casing either. Also I couldn't live w/o the ARROWS. I thought I could, but I was wrong.

I didn't fully appreciate the V1 until I no longer had it. It truly is the "king" of ALL radar detectors....err LOCATORS.

Here's the cool part. The person who won my auction failed to make payment. It was a blessing as I was able to keep my V1.

But there was still an issue with city "chatter" (especially in LA). I had my V1 programmed with X-band OFF, POP mode OFF and K-band auto-mute set to 30 seconds. I also had a custom MUTE button installed. Even with those modifications....it was still a noisey little bugger around town.

I was on the verge of disabling K-band, but was adviced not to in So Cal.

I have finally found the answer to my problem. I set option "E" to DOWN (K-band mute at level 4) and it does wonders in little L mode.

I am still able to see K-band detection, but the volume is muted until it hits level 6.

This option has been a God send for me driving in Los Angeles and I love my V1 more than ever.

I admit that it was a stupid move on my part initially selling my V1 but I had to learn the hard way and in the end, I appreciate this device even more now.

Long live the V1.

I have heard of problems with 9500ix RD bought from Best Buy. However, I bought mine there (It was new and still sealed in the original box - it is my personal policy to never buy anything in a store that has been returned - afterall, they were returned for a reason). I have had no problems with it. It works exactly as marketed. It is a bit bigger than some RD. While the case is plastic, it seems to be of high quality. I like the buttons and the GPS feature. But then again, I bought the 9500ix for two very specific reasons: the RLC GPS feature and the blue display.

I am looking at the Escort Redline.

While I don't have a V1, a friend does and he loves his. I thought is was a bit noisey in town. But it is very sensitive. Fortunately for you, you have been able to keep your V1 and you seem to be happy with it so I am happy for you for that. I'ver understood the attractions to the arrows on the V1 but many V1 owners really like them and if they like them that is what matters.

Glad that you got to keep your V1.

[happya$$]

MANY of us do not appreciate the V1 until it is gone.

[Offshore]

I just got so emotional I ran out to the car and gave mine a hug.

[pinoyem1]

MANY of us do not appreciate the V1 until it is gone.

X2 to that.

[Buz]

By adding option (F) all eight LED's of strength are automuted giving you the ability of truly having one volume for K band (muted lever) and another volume for Ka and laser (regular knob)
I use this instead of turning K band off.

But even with the (F) option enabled, the V1 goes to full volume after 30 seconds doesn't it?

I've been crying for years for VR to add a 'no time-limit' option to the K-band mute unless a certain strength threshold is reached.
This would really quiet the V1 down when sitting at traffic lights with a pharmacy nearby. 30 seconds is not long enough for sitting at a traffic light. Around here you need a 3 minute mute to keep it quiet.