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What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« on: August 03, 2010, 10:33:43 am »
Can someone briefly explain the differences between A, B and C versions of the RNS 510.

Do they have different functions or something?

How do I know which version I have?

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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #1 on: August 03, 2010, 10:40:53 am »
To find the version you either need someone with VCDS or to access the hidden menu.

Once again depending on which firmware version you have that changes. Sometimes it can be accessed by pressing and holding setup as the unit starts up for the first time.

On the later ones the hidden menu needs enabling via VCDS.

It's never easy.  :laugh:
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #2 on: August 03, 2010, 10:43:41 am »
I'm might be wrong but I'm sure a and b are pretty similar. Version c is the newest and has an led display, this means  the screen pops up faster and is alot clearer amongst other things.
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #3 on: August 03, 2010, 10:46:42 am »
I think one way to tell is to find out which button you have in the top right far corner. Each of the units has a different button here.
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #4 on: August 03, 2010, 10:58:36 am »
Quote from: Hedge on August 03, 2010, 10:40:53 am
To find the version you either need someone with VCDS or to access the hidden menu.

Once again depending on which firmware version you have that changes. Sometimes it can be accessed by pressing and holding setup as the unit starts up for the first time.

On the later ones the hidden menu needs enabling via VCDS.

It's never easy.  :laugh:

Thanks Ian.

I might try the 'secret menu' trick and see if anything happens... hopefully don't fubar the unit!  :laugh:

Quote from: Gtiain on August 03, 2010, 10:43:41 am
I'm might be wrong but I'm sure a and b are pretty similar. Version c is the newest and has an led display, this means  the screen pops up faster and is alot clearer amongst other things.
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My car is 2008/57 reg if that helps? Unit was factory fitted I believe (have the shark fin + aerial bit).

Quote from: stealthwolf on August 03, 2010, 10:46:42 am
I think one way to tell is to find out which button you have in the top right far corner. Each of the units has a different button here.

What are the possible different buttons?

Thank you for your replies  :happy2:






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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #5 on: August 04, 2010, 11:17:59 am »
Ok, so I tried turning the unit off, turn it back on and hold 'Setup'. No hidden menu came up though... 

The button I have in the top far right corner of the unit is a pic of a speaker with an 'i' next to it. When I press it, it says 'the (something) for this is unavailable.'

Does this help to determine what version I have?  :chicken:
 
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #6 on: August 04, 2010, 11:22:24 am »
Sounds like a "B" unit Mandy - like this ?

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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #7 on: August 04, 2010, 11:25:27 am »
Quote from: Norbreck21a on August 04, 2010, 11:22:24 am
Sounds like a "B" unit Mandy - like this ?



Yes! It looks just like that, thanks.  :happy2:

I guess I have the B version then. So what is significant about the B version, if anything?

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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #8 on: August 04, 2010, 11:51:19 am »
I'll bow to people with better knowledge, (Darren, SteveP and Stu) but to the best of my knowlege, a "B" unit running the latest firmware should give exactly the same functionality as a later "C" unit. Indeed, a "B" unit upgraded actually reports itself as a "C" unit.

The only proviso, is that 2010 "C" units are starting to come with LED screens (rather than the previous LCD technology). I understand from Darren and the likes, the screen is a little sharper and brighter, and these can ONLY come on a "C" unit.
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #9 on: August 04, 2010, 11:57:57 am »
Ok, thanks for your help.  :happy2:
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #10 on: August 04, 2010, 06:42:14 pm »
Quote from: Mandy on August 04, 2010, 11:17:59 am
Ok, so I tried turning the unit off, turn it back on and hold 'Setup'. No hidden menu came up though... 
It needs to be enabled via VCDS.
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #11 on: August 04, 2010, 07:51:40 pm »
Quote from: stealthwolf on August 04, 2010, 06:42:14 pm
Quote from: Mandy on August 04, 2010, 11:17:59 am
Ok, so I tried turning the unit off, turn it back on and hold 'Setup'. No hidden menu came up though... 
It needs to be enabled via VCDS.

He's right :happy2:
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Re: What are the differences between RNS 510 versions A, B, C.
« Reply #12 on: August 04, 2010, 09:15:17 pm »
Quote from: stealthwolf on August 04, 2010, 06:42:14 pm
Quote from: Mandy on August 04, 2010, 11:17:59 am
Ok, so I tried turning the unit off, turn it back on and hold 'Setup'. No hidden menu came up though... 
It needs to be enabled via VCDS.

Oh ok, thanks! I don't have one of those though.  :sad1:
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