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

[Mattlock]

Hi DkN,

How easy will it be to add the accessories later? Are they plug-in physical modules or are they software keys? Do you know what is planned for furture functionality for the OBD and Trip Recorder modules?

Ta,

Matt.

[sinclap2]

Hi Matt

I asked the same Q. DkN said they would be but the prices given in the thread don't include postage (because the units and acc. in this guy nuy will be shipped together). So, it would be the price given plus the postage cost.

[Mattlock]

Thanks sinclap2.

I think this will certainly influence whether I buy these modules or not as the thought of having to take the dash apart to fit them later doesn't necessarily appeal to me!

[DkN]

Sounds awesome DkN.

Have you got any photos of the license plate light reversing camera installed? Sounds like a lot better value proposition than the VW Badge camera :p

Here's a Google'd image of the boot handle camera because I'm lazy The licence plate LEDs are right next to it as you can see in that picture anyway, you get the idea.

http://www.maroochycarsound.com.au/s...ory-screen.jpg

Sandy - it is the "acceleration", "fuel consumption", "read DTC" and "clear DTC" I am inetrested in. thanks

AFAIK the acceleration and fuel consumption functions work fine, but I wouldn't expect too much from the DTC functions. It's a basic OBDII module, and will probably work like many other generic OBDII diagnostic tools (i.e. picks up and clears some but not all DTCs on VWs).

Interested in the DNS-810 and rear view camera. This should be fully compatible with the Polo 6R GTI which already has the RCD-510 integrated right?

Yes, that's correct.

Hi DkN, do you know if the reverse cam in will be as per the ANS units (included in the output / inputs cable)? Or will it be separate alongside a 12V DC cable capable of supplying power to the camera? I have seen this in other units, and it would be a real help in cabling everything up.

I'm not sure what you're trying to say - the current ANS units have a dedicated RVC power wire (labelled "back conn") that protrudes out of the side of the iPod / USB adapter. All you do is connect the camera's 12V power to this wire, and connect the signal to the reverse in RCA port behind the ANS. Depending on whether your camera unit comes with an LED or boot latch you will have to wire those up, but it doesn't get any more straightforward than this.

Thanks sinclap2.

I think this will certainly influence whether I buy these modules or not as the thought of having to take the dash apart to fit them later doesn't necessarily appeal to me!

It's entirely up to you but unless you have a Golf / Jetta V taking the unit out of your dash is as simple as prying out one piece of trim and undoing 4 screws (or in some cars with key slots, simply inserting the stereo removal keys).

[DkN]

Also for those who confirmed their orders / paid deposits, I will get the invoices all written up by today and sent out tomorrow.

[Mattlock]

It's entirely up to you but unless you have a Golf / Jetta V taking the unit out of your dash is as simple as prying out one piece of trim and undoing 4 screws (or in some cars with key slots, simply inserting the stereo removal keys).

Yeah, exactly; it's a Golf V...

[moda]

Here's a Google'd image of the boot handle camera because I'm lazy The licence plate LEDs are right next to it as you can see in that picture anyway, you get the idea.

http://www.maroochycarsound.com.au/s...ory-screen.jpg

Ok cool haha. Will the system compensate for the fact that it will be slightly off centre? I think it's better value than the badge camera that's 8 times more expensive haha, even if its not as oem. It comes with the lights too, yea?

Now I have to decide if I want the 6.5, 7 or 8 inch version. Have you got any photos of them side by side? Will the buttons have the same functions as the ans series? Which version is the most popular?

Oh also, just had a thought, since its a multitouch screen, I'm assuming its a glossy screen?

[TwinFin]

DkN,

Please add me to the list.

[DkN]

Ok cool haha. Will the system compensate for the fact that it will be slightly off centre? I think it's better value than the badge camera that's 8 times more expensive haha, even if its not as oem. It comes with the lights too, yea?

Now I have to decide if I want the 6.5, 7 or 8 inch version. Have you got any photos of them side by side? Will the buttons have the same functions as the ans series? Which version is the most popular?

Oh also, just had a thought, since its a multitouch screen, I'm assuming its a glossy screen?

No unfortunately there's not much you can do to compensate an off-centre camera. You can only notice it if you are using the licence plate LED style camera, but it's not a big difference and I'm sure your judgment of distance would be good enough to compensate for that

By far the most popular units I've sold is the 8" version just because it has an 8" screen, but it comes down to personal taste. Audiosources tells me the overwhelming majority of sales in China is the 7" version, just to make the decision a bit harder for you.

The screen is a bit glossy yes but I have found it to be perfectly usable. A few people here have applied anti-glare screen protectors with supposedly good effect.

[malamute]

I'm not sure what you're trying to say - the current ANS units have a dedicated RVC power wire (labelled "back conn") that protrudes out of the side of the iPod / USB adapter. All you do is connect the camera's 12V power to this wire, and connect the signal to the reverse in RCA port behind the ANS. Depending on whether your camera unit comes with an LED or boot latch you will have to wire those up, but it doesn't get any more straightforward than this.

Great stuff, I couldn't see mention of this power output in the ANS connection list or rear photo. That will make my wiring easier, if the DNS will have the same.