Electronics - Design And Function - 2 Of 4: Compass: Design: Compass
The compass is integrated in the rear view mirror. The compass display is integrated in the mirror glass. The display is a vacuum-fluorescent type. The display is linked to the dashboard dimmer system. The lighting strength is controlled along with the dashboard dimmer function.
When the vehicle is started, all the segments light up in the display. All the segments then go out after a couple of seconds. The display then functions normally.
The compass has a button which is used to:
- set the magnetic zone in which the car is being driven
- calibrate the compass.