Group Buy / EOI new generation DNS head units (RNS-510 alternative)

[Ryan_R]

Basically you can use the head unit to view info similar to this:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/d...l.torque&hl=en

[thezoneR32]

Thats kind a cool. I guess theoretically you could use this device to select ecu maps? DCC type settings? Can someone point me to a decent overview of the actual maps in motion. I just dont like cartoony style 3d maps (like Subarus GPS). Its the one thing ive always liked about the RNS-510 is the classy look of the maps. Sorry not trying to bag the unit.

Also does this unit play FLAC?

[syanczura]

Interested pending video and pricing! Would require shipment to US and info on how to load US maps.

[sinclap2]

Oh yes please, put me down for one of the ANS-810's

[BossGTI]

Interested as well, add me to the list

[Desmo]

Interested as well pending pricing

[Ryan_R]

1. Ryan_R

Since it's tentative, could you ask him to pick a different first letter that isn't an IT acronym? (DNS = Domain Name System)

Looks like a good unit, pending if the GUI feels premium or cheap. Will wait for some video footage of it in action.

Sorry DkN, I'm not planning on purchasing one (don't want to spend any more on car improvements)

If anything I'm interested in the DNS Pro in the Mk7 GTI (Discover Navigation Pro)
Hope he changes his acronym as that could get confusing on the forums

[sinclap2]

Thanks Scratchedeos for the link. I still don't understand the relevance of OBD-II to the Stereo unit though. Is the car's diagnostic warning information displayed on the stereo's screen (via the add on module)? I'm not seeing the benefit of the add-on OBD-II module to the Stereo unit.

I assume the advantage would be to have in once place rather than having to get an extra display like a ScanGauge (ScanGauge - Trip Computer + Digitial Gauges + ScanTools). So, the diagnostics would be displayed on the screen, if you're interested in that type of thing?

[Pearce]

Sooo. What's happening? End of financial year and i wanna have it done soon!

[DkN]

I'm back

So I have contacted the manager and he gave me a confirmed production date of July 20. The delay is a bit unfortunate, but it's all in the interest of getting an end product that will meet everyone's expectations. The main reason for the delay is the implementation of the music library for which I am working closely with Audiosources to deliver a true Smartphone-like experience.

I will soon PM everyone with a price list including a list of accessories that can be purchased. Because the release date is July 20, those who want to get the order in before EOFY can put through their confirmation as a pre-order. This will require a deposit of $100, but will be fully refundable up to July 20 when all confirmed orders will be processed. All invoices will be dated according to the date you confirm your order by replying to my PM.

I am expecting to receive a sample unit before then, and will endeavour to get a demo video up before July 20.

Before I send out that PM I'll just quickly confirm that the DNS unit will retail at $800 and the group buy price will be $700 including shipping. Again, for those international customers, you will receive the same price but without GPS maps - refer to the end of my first post for where to find them.

Since the unit will not be released until July 20, this group buy will stay open till then for anyone else who still wish to join. Incidentally this might also improve your chances in the free unit raffle when we have final confirmed numbers

Keep an eye out for that PM, those of you who want this confirmed before the EOFY.