RNS510 vs portable sat nav + ebay listing

[wdong]

Hi Jetta5,
When I received the unit, the adaptor wasn't there, but to cut a long story short, since I haven't left him feedback yet (whew), I kinda used it to my advantage, and he eventually sent me the adaptor. If you are upgrading from a Gen2 radio (RCD 310/500) then you will need this adaptor and its an extra $30-$50 for it.

Now I'm researching into a vagcom cable so I can install this and make it work

what is the adopter looks like? i am not sure if i am having one in that unit, and have you fit it on already? DIY or went dealer?

[aristocrat]

For the look of the adaptor, checkout Mav's site. Here's the link:

Upgrading 2nd generation radios (RCD 300, RCD 500) to 3rd generation (RCD 210, RCD 310, RNS 310, RNS 510, RCD 510) antenna adapter | my-gti.com

I intend to fit this myself since its just plug and play. You can checkout Mav's instructions on removing the unit and replacing it with the RNS 510 as well on his site.

The only thing is the placement of the GPS antenna. I haven't got an idea where it is going to fit yet. Some people say its OK to fit under the centre mesh, but its a vent there and if you were to put it there, would make the vent defunct.

If anybody's got any good suggestions on where to place the antenna, would love to hear it.

[FJ Steve]

It doesn't make the vent defunct. The GPS aerial fits in nicely, and maintains functionality of the upper vent. Signal strength is quite good as well.

[aristocrat]

Have you got some photos to show where you've mounted it? It would be great help if I could see where its placed. Thanks in advance.

[Charcoal007]

Hi,

Just new to forum and thought I might share my experince. I too like the RNS500 for the integration, but do not like the price tag. I only use a GPS when I am totally lost. I picked up a half price navigon for $99 which I leave in the glovebox for emergencies. Beats being lost and saves heaps.

[Jetta5]

I wouldn't bother with the RNS510.

Good to hear a different opinion, but you've just made my decision a lot harder. It definitely makes me question getting the RNS510. Can anyone say whether it has a good POI database? Is it easy to find shopping centres, parks etc?

[Jetta5]

If you are upgrading from a Gen2 radio (RCD 310/500) then you will need this adaptor and its an extra $30-$50 for it.

Good to know. Did you mean the RCD500 though?

Hope this info will help you decide.

Yep, it does. Thanks.

[aristocrat]

Good to know. Did you mean the RCD500 though?

Yes, I mean the one that comes standard with the MkV golfs with an inbuilt 6 stacker CD unit.

[FJ Steve]

Have you got some photos to show where you've mounted it? It would be great help if I could see where its placed. Thanks in advance.

I am sharing my experience of when I had an AVC9000 in the car. It's all detailed in that saga that was quoted from golfmkv.com

The magnetic base of the GPS aerial allows it to stick to the frame work above the vent box, but below the dash. Once you have your OEM unit out, you will see where I mean.

Sorry, no photos. (review the thread at GolfMKV.com...plenty of info there)

[aristocrat]

Cheers FJ Steve