PNI IFS 12173 User Manual

WAYFINDER V2020
Manual Copy

FRONT COVER: Wayfinder® Full Spectrum™ Temperature and Compass System
USER’S GUIDE

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BACK COVER: pni logo
PNI Corporation

5464 Skylane Boulevard, Suite A
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
USA
T – [phone] (Customer S ervice)
F – [phone]
www.pnicorp.com

© Copyright 2004. All rights reserved. Wayfinder is a registered

trademark and Full Spectrum is a trademark of PNI Corporation.

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SECTION 1: WHAT’S INCLUDED

Wayfinder Display Unit
Mounting Bracket with suction cups
Outside Temperature Sensor
3M Dual Lock industrial Velcro (3 pieces)
Cable Ties (Two sets of 2)
Two lithium batteries #123
12 volt power cord
OPTIONAL: Inside Temperature Sensor

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SECTION 2: MOUNTING THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR

The Temperature Sensor’s all-weather performance ensures that
it’s water resistant and can withstand extreme temperatures from

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–40

to 105o F. There is no need to remove the Sensor during

summer or winter seasons.

A. Insert battery

1) Remove the 2 screws from the battery lid on the curved
side of the Sensor.

2) Install a lithium battery #123 in the cavity, with the
positive (+) polarity facing the near outside edge of the
Sensor.

3) Replace the lid and screw down tight.

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B. Attach to front of vehicle

Choose a location underneath or behind your front

bumper, or behind your grill, that allows free air circulation
and is not affected by direct engine heat or sunlight.

1) Using cable ties:

a) Slip the ca b le ties thro u gh the slots on the back of

the Temperature Sensor.

b) Wrap the ties around the front bumper or a

component of the bumper or grill.

c) Insert the tail of th e ca ble ties thr ough the slot in the

cable tie head, and cinch the ties so the sensor is

secure. Clip the loose ends.

[insert illustration #10 showing cable ties through slots on

back of sensor, and illustration #11 showing sensor
attached to bumper.]

2) Using 3M Dual Lock fastener:

a) Clean an area underneath or behind your front

bumper or grill where you can easily attach the
Temperature Sensor.

b) Peel the tape shield off one side of the two-piece

Dual Lock fastener and attach the locked pieces
firmly to th e b ottom (flat si de) of the Senso r.

c) Peel the tape shield off the second side of the Dual

Lock fastener and attach the Sensor to the cleaned
area on your bumper or grill.

[insert illustration #12 showing attachment of Dual Lock to

Sensor and bumper]

NOTE: The sensor can also be placed in your vehicle trunk. The

Temperature Sensor will stay on continuously once the battery is
installed. Battery life is approximately 3 years.

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SECTION 3: INSTALLING THE INSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR (optional item)

A. Insert Battery (same as for Outside Temperature Sensor, see

section #2)

B. Place Inside Vehicle

1) Place the optional Inside Temperature Sensor
anywhere inside your vehicle, such as the glove
compartment or under your seat.

2) Keep the sensor away from direct sunlight to ensure it
reads the true ambient air temperature.

NOTE: The Outside Temperature Sensor can be easily

converted to an Inside Temperature Sensor by removing
the battery cover from the back of the Sensor, and then
removing the jumper from the battery cavity.

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SECTION 4: MOUNTING THE WAYFINDER® DISPLAY UNIT

A. Insert battery

1) Slide open the battery cover on the back of the unit.

2) Insert a lithium battery #123 with the positive (+) polarity
facing the top of the unit.

3) Replace the battery cover.

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B. Attach bracket

1) Slide the compass into the mounting bracket until it
clicks securely into place (it will only fit one way).

2) Adjust the unit on the bracket for optimal viewi ng
angle.
a) Hold the unit face down, grasp the bracket handle,

and pull it to the right to separate the locking te eth.

b) Move bracket to the appropriate position and

release the handle to re-engage the teeth.

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c) Adjust as needed after mounting. For best viewing,

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the display should be no more than 20

from its

horizontal position.

C. Secure to windshield

1) Find a spot on your windshield that allows easy viewing
of both the Wayfinder and the road, and clean well.

NOTE: Be sure the location is at least 5 inches away
from audio speakers to prevent interference.

2) Press the suction cups firmly against the windshield.

D. Button Functions

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[insert illustration #15 showing display face with buttons, compass

reading and temperature readings; also include call-outs for
button functions:]

ON -- turns the Display Unit on
LIGHT -- turns the backlight on and off

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C -- switches between Fahrenheit and Celsius readings

SETUP – begins compass setup

OFF -- turns the Display Unit off
E. Automatic Shut-off

Display Unit will shut off automatically after 10 minutes with no

perceived change in magnetic field.

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SECTION 5: SETTING UP THE COMPASS

The compass must be setup in order to provide accurate readings.

Always setup the compass with the Wayfinder Display Unit
mounted on your windshield, and in an area where you can easily
drive your vehicle in a small circle (such as an empty parking lot or
cul-de-sac).

1) When you press the SETUP button, the screen will read,
“PRESS SETUP FOR 2 SECS”.

2) Press and hold the SETUP button for 2 seconds. The
screen will display “ - - - -“ and then “TURN CAR IN FULL
CIRCLE.”

3) Drive your vehicle in one complete circle (any
direction). Once you’ve begun the maneuver, the
screen will display “PRESS SETUP WHEN DONE”.

4) When you’ve completed the circle, press SETUP. The
screen will display “-----“ and then “SETUP DONE”.

5) When you move your Display Unit or change the

battery, you will need to setup the compass again.

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SECTION 6: READING THE DISPLAY

A. Compass Directions

1) The compass rose provides an alpha readout of the
direction your vehicle is headed (N, NW, etc.)

2) An arrow revolves around the compass rose to the
appropriate directional heading as the vehicle
changes direction.

3) The Compass section of the screen provides a numeric
readout of your compass direction.

[insert illustration #15 of display screen with callouts for
compass readings]

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B. Temperature Signals

1) When first turned on, the OUTSIDE TEMP field displays
“---“ for up to one minute while the unit acquires a
signal from the Temperature Sensor.

NOTE: The INSIDE TEMP field will not appear on the
display until you have installed an inside
Temperature Sensor and a signal is detected.

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2) Temperature readings can be switched from

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(press

C button to toggle).

F to oC

NOTE: Temperature readings are inaccurate while
the vehicle is parked and for several minutes after
startup.

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reading]

C. Ice Alert Warning

When the outside temperature reaches 35o or lower, an

ice alert warning triangle appears next to the OUTSIDE
TEMP reading.

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Alert Warning]

D. Magnetic Distortion Warning

1) When the compass is temporarily unable to provide
accurate readings due to a disturbance in the
magnetic field (for instance, when you’re crossing
railroad tracks), a Magnet icon will flash in the upper
left corner of the screen.

2) Once your vehicle has moved away from the source of
interference, the Magnet icon will disappear.

3) If the Magnet icon continues flashing, setup the
compass again.

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Magnetic Distortion Warning]

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SECTION 7: USING THE BACKLIGHT

A. When battery operated:

1) Press the LIGHT button to turn the backlight o n for 30
seconds.

2) Press and HOLD the LIGHT button for 2 seconds to keep
the backlight on continuously.
a. In daylight conditions, the backlight will

automatically turn off after 2 minutes.

3) Press th e LIGHT button again to turn off the backlight.

B. When 12-volt operated:

1) If your unit is plugged into a 12V socket, the backlight
will automatically turn on in low-light conditions, and
turn off in daylight conditions.

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SECTION 8: CHECKING SIGNAL STRENGTH

You may occasionally want to check your Sensor’s signal to be
sure you’re getting accurate readings.

1) Press and HOLD the

2) A number from 1 to 10 will appear in the Outside
Temperature field.

3) A signal reading of “5” or above indicates your sensor is
working well.

4) Any number below “5” indicates your signal strength is
weak and you should try adjusting the location of your
sensor.

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SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING

A. The temperature reading on the display appears to be

incorrect.

1) Check the Outside Temperature Sensor’s signal
strength, following the instructions in section #8.

2) Adjust the Sensor location as needed, being sure it is:
 At least 8 inches (correct?) away from the engine

so that it doesn’t pick up residual engine heat

 Sitting away from direct sunlight (for instance, on

the inside of your vehicle bumper, rather than the
outside)

 Located with enough space around the sensor to

ensure it receives adequate air flow

3) Check the location of the Inside Tempera ture Sensor,
being sure it is situated away from direct sunlight.

4) Remember that the temperature readings will be
inaccurate while the vehicle is parked, and for several
minutes after vehicle start-up.

B. The compass reading on the display appears to be inaccurate.

1) Be sure you’ve setup the compass using the instructions
in section #5.

2) Check to see that the batteries are still active, and then
setup the compass again.

3) Look to see whether the Magnet icon is flashing in the
upper left corner. This indicates the compass has
encountered interference, and you will need to setup
the compass again.

4) If you’ve just moved the Wayfinder to a new location,
setup the compass again.

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SECTION 10: SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT

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C button for 2 seconds.

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If you wish to return your Wayfinder directly to PNI Corporation,

contact us between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (PST) Monday
through Friday at the following phone numbers or email address.
We’ll give you instructions for returning your Wayfinder for repair or

replacement.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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SECTION 11: LIMITED WARRANTY

SHORT SUMMARY OF LIMITED WARRANTY FOR WAYFINDER® B110

For the Full Warranty and Limitation of Liability applicable to this

product, see our Website at www.pnicorp.com

, select “Consumer

Products” and click “Download”.

PNI Corporation ("PNI") manufactures its products from parts and

components that are new or equivalent to new in performa nce,

and warrants to the original user that this product will be free of

defects in workmanship and materials for one (1) year from the

date of purchase.

This warranty does not cover wear and tear due to normal use, or

damage to the product as the result of improper usage, neglect

of care, alteration, accident or unauthorized repair.
If the product is found by PNI to be defective, PNI will repair or

replace the product and return the product or its replacement to

you at no charge, provided that you ship the product to PNI at

your expense with a description of the defect and subject to the

other conditions of this warranty. Should the product prove to be

irreparable, PNI may substitute an equivalent product of the sam e

or similar style and of a value not in excess of the original purchase

price of your unit.
PNI warrants the repaired or replacement product to be free from

defects in material and workmanship on the same terms as the

product originally purchased.
This warranty will be void if the products, serial number or other

identification marks have been defaced, damaged or removed.

This warranty does not apply to the battery necessary to operate

the product.
This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser only and

may not be transferred or assigned to subsequent owners. In order

to validate your warranty, you must provide proof of purchase

accepta b l e to P NI together with the pr o duct shipp e d f o r warranty

repair/replacement.

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Products returned to PNI must be pre-authorized by PNI with an

RMA (return material authorization) number marked on the outside

of the package. Please refer to the Service and Replacement

section for PNI Corporation contact information.

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SECTION 12: FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user’s authority to operate the eq uipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC

Rules. These limits are designed to pro vide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful in terference to radio or television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correc t the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.

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