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Offline GTI-Ross

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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #15 on: November 29, 2012, 10:41:36 pm »
Quote from: Squeeguk on November 29, 2012, 10:00:42 pm
Nope, you would still need an iso harness to connect from iso on the back of the radio to quad lock in the car. You could go for the cheaper ones, but they will probably need some wire splicing or cutting on some of them.

f*ck...this is mind blag :signLOL:  just want a sexy looking plug and play....just fancied something different to the RNS510
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #16 on: November 29, 2012, 10:43:06 pm »
the Kenwood VW-only aftermarket retrofit, or a Zenec. neither are cheap, but they both have built in bluetooth and iirc the Zenec has DAB (or is at least DAB capable)
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #17 on: November 29, 2012, 10:46:51 pm »
Single din bluetooth buried in the dash > Android 7 inch tablet > Custom facia

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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #18 on: November 29, 2012, 10:55:33 pm »
Quote from: sub39h on November 29, 2012, 10:43:06 pm
the Kenwood VW-only aftermarket retrofit, or a Zenec. neither are cheap, but they both have built in bluetooth and iirc the Zenec has DAB (or is at least DAB capable)

Yeah looking for something a bit cheaper than the RNS 510 (but still pretty decent) but looks like ill have to save pennies and buy it unless someone comes up with a idea that will fit the budget  :popcornsoda:
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #19 on: November 29, 2012, 11:10:51 pm »
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #20 on: November 30, 2012, 08:09:25 am »
Just keep in mind, any after market unit, except those specifically made for VW, you install you will need the following:

Dash adapter kit
Harness adapter kit

At the minimum.
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #21 on: November 30, 2012, 08:35:35 am »
Just remembered I uploaded some Zenec pics from my old car
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,43748.msg508087.html#msg508087

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Have a look, there's so many to choose from for a mk5 so don't rush into buying a stereo. Check ebay.de for VW HU's too.

Like Squeeguk mentions, any generic double DIN needs adaptors or butchering of wiring to give it a switched live.
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #22 on: November 30, 2012, 08:52:29 am »
Ok well i think im gonna buy the RNS510 so it works with ease and keep it OEM. What specs should i be looking for with the RNS 510, like version number etc....
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Re: Alternative to RNS 510 - Welcome all options
« Reply #23 on: November 30, 2012, 01:28:31 pm »
What you need is a Connects2 sterring wheel adapter - think its a CT0002 - has the canbus box so sorts out the switched live for you too - so no wires cutting and bodging.

I've got a Pioneer FH-P80BT - with upgraded speakers all round and a 12" sub in the boot. I've got ipod connectivity & bluetooth - all I need! :)

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