Description
Automatic Dimming Mirror Gentex Corporation is the world's leading
manufacturer of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors. Gentex automatic dimming
mirrors are based on the science of electrochromics, which is the process of
reversibly darkening materials by applying electricity. During nighttime
driving, the mirrors use a combination of sophisticated sensors and electronic
circuitry to detect glare from rearward approaching vehicles and darken
accordingly to eliminate the glare and preserve driver vision. They are
popular, active crash-avoidance safety feature making nightime driving safer
for vehicles throughout the world. PathPoint Compass System The mirror's
compass and outside temperature displays are features of the PathPoint Compass
System developed by Johnson Controls, a Johnson Controls Company. The compass
is a self-calibrating flux gate compass that eliminates manual calibration by
the factory, dealer or customer. It detects and compensates for magnetic
anomalies caused by bridges, subways and large steel structures. It also
compensates for actual changes in vehicle magnetics. Calibration data is
stored in memory, which eliminates any requirement for recalibration after
losing battery power. The electronic compass shows the direction you are
heading in an easy to read digital display located above the mirror. The
compass is an extremely accurate computer that displays vehicle headings of N,
NW, W, SW, S, SE, E and NE. Outside Temperature Display The outside
temperature display provides you with a digital temperature reading. When the
temperature is at or below 37 degrees the display will indicate \"ICE\" for a
period of one minute. This feature cautions you to anticipate road-icing
conditions. This is a complete kit that includes the mirror, wiring harness,
temperature sensor and complete installation and operating instructions.
