Tutorial - How to Update RNS-510 Firmware. ***New Links & Firmware*** 19/02/12

[RagingKileak]

Thanks Carl,

Just upgraded to 1300 firmware and now all working. If anyone wants the disk (burnt on a DVD at 2x speed and proven working) just let me know and I will happily post it for the cost of a stamp and an envelope. Note I am NOT offering maps or anything else which would be naughty - just the firmware I used so that it cuts out the download/burn stages of the process.

For info, if you sit and watch the process you will probably crap yourself. The unit will do all sorts of mad on's/off's and when the gateway is updated, it will buzz and pop through the speakers as power cycles happen etc.

My advise? Don't watch it.

Also, I have never seen anywhere what happens if you open doors/close doors or mess around with the car during the process. I got in and out of the car a few times, but I never shut the door fully, because I didn't know either way. If anyone can clarify that kind of thing and add it to the main post it might help some out.... It's obvious, but for thos ewho don't know it might save a person from bricking maybe?

Thanks
Matt

[vRS Carl]

As long as you don't turn the ignition on or start messing about with switches etc then opening and closing doors is fine.

[stealthwolf]

I just took my netbook with me and surfed the forum whilst I did my firmware updates.

[nc35]

LOL. Never put the keys in mine. 
Washed it while I waited. Then waxed it still waiting.

Did nearly poop when it switched off.

[AmitR]

Hi Guys

Hopefully someone can help me on this one. Recently purchased an 08 plate Passat with an RNS-510. I believe it was an aftermarket installation.
The problem I'm having is that when I put a route in, it tells me that it's "downloading new route" and the "direction is in the route indicated" or something along those lines. I want it to talk to me along the way to tell me where to go. I've been told there may be a bug in the system as the previous owner had a lot of downloaded music which may have put a bug in the system. I have no original firmware/map disc. My questions are...

1. Could this be the case?
2. Will this firmare upgrade fix it?
3. Would it be better to format the HDD first (bearing in mind I have no original CD)
4. I dont know what model/serial number etc of RNS-510 it is, so - is there a way of finding out without having to take the thing out and will version 2720 work on it either way.

What do I need to look out for?

Thanks

[claudiusorint]

Hi guys!
Does somebody know if there is also some firmware update for a RNS MFD2?
Excuse me because out of topic.

[Eddie-NL]

when i had my mfd2 when i updated the map dvd it also loaded newer firmware

[claudiusorint]

The update I need is for the CD version of the RNS MFD2. I forgot to mention.

[Jamerson]

after installing the 3810 firmware on my nunite, my unite is B and been converted to D
the problem i have now is i can't copy the Map to my HDD keep saying damaged HDD,
can you please advise how to fix this?
my unite become!
Delivery Part Number : 1T0035680D
 HW version :H02
 SW-Version : 3810

[stealthwolf]

3810 doesn't support rns-510 B. Needs to be modified, which I'm waiting for. Go to the vwnavi website. There's a program you can download to help.

[Jamerson]

3810 doesn't support rns-510 B. Needs to be modified, which I'm waiting for. Go to the vwnavi website. There's a program you can download to help.

i managed to have the 3810 installed on my RNS510 B
the only problem now when i try to NAV my GPS doesn't find any Satel, and even i am on the road for 50 min driving no Sat, and keeps mode Sat=No Fix,
should i downgrand to 2760?

[djpero]

At the moment, if I press the button at the top right I get a message saying 'The guidance system is inactive'

That button can be used to speak the last instructions. If you've not programmed your satnav, then it doesn't have any instructions! Set it up to go on a journey and then press the button at various points and you'll see what it says.

2) How do I get the guidance system to be active?

Program it! Tell it to go somewhere!

4) can ther  video in motion be activated with Vag-Com?

No but I think mortygttdi has a tool to fool the unit into thinking the "safe speed" is higher so it doesn't cut out.

2nd solution does not solve my problem!

Please give me an practical advice please...

I HAD THIS VOICE GUIDANCE BEFORE I UPDATED MY ??? (UNKNOWN) VERSION OF RNS 510.

Delivery part number: 3T0035680B

HW-Version: H03
SW Version: 3814

1. How can I activate “guidance system”???
(now it is saying that “guidance system is inactive” when i press the button in upper right corner… :( )

2. Where to programm RNS510 on my voice commands??? Before any flashing I had 10 config submenus in Setup menu, and now I have 9… I have Samsung Galaxy S2 connected and working over Bluetooth…

3. Which version has to be used (I already tryed 2660-4,2720-4,2760-4,3810-4,3970-4,3980-4) and my RNS510 is with bluetooth and is built in Skoda Octavia 2009.

4. Can I activate TV even if I don’t see it in Media menu???

thanks!
Peter

[SeanB]

Hi Guys,

The links to download the updated firmware dont work any more, are there any alternative locations?

Thanks,

Sean..

[SeanB]

I found this website. Its in French, but Google Translate does a great job and makes it understandable. Plus the download links work.

http://cedvoyage.free.fr/Personnalisation/Mise_a_jour_Firmware_RNS_510.php

[vRS Carl]

Unfortunately the FBI have taken down all the links due to them being hosted on Mega Upload  

I shall endeavour to find new links but it won't be for a couple of weeks as i'm out today and away with work after that