GolfGTIforum.co.uk
Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: FroGTI on 07 June 2010, 16:18
-
Can someone please confirm the reference numbers I should be looking for when buying the latest version of the RNS510 unit? I have seem "Version 6" and MFD3 in the ads, but have no idea what they refer to.
TIA :smiley:
-
Why didin't you use the existing threads? :grin:
-
Sorry for wasting your time. It seemed like a perfectly harmless question to me. As the RNS units are being updated every few weeks, I just want to make sure I get the latest version.
-
The actual part number is 1T0 035 680C and its an LED backlit screen with the star button in the top righ corner.
The mapping disc version is on V6.1 but is no different to V6 that I can see?
Darren :wink:
-
The actual part number is 1T0 035 680C and its an LED backlit screen with the star button in the top righ corner.
The mapping disc version is on V6.1 but is no different to V6 that I can see?
Darren :wink:
Thanks, Darren. Pardon my thickness, but what is this star button exectly? Any pictures?
EDIT: ok I've found this picture, but what does the star button do?
(http://i.ebayimg.com/16/!BueV3+gBmk~$(KGrHqEOKjkEvNoe3MC5BM!ir5phwQ~~_12.JPG)
-
here you go mate the star button is for the dedicated voice control.
(http://www.vivoc-electronics.com/shop/item_photo/744_8.jpg)
Darren
-
Sorry for wasting your time. It seemed like a perfectly harmless question to me. As the RNS units are being updated every few weeks, I just want to make sure I get the latest version.
No problem's apolgise for my response!! :wink:
-
The star button does nothing differently - it just lets you know that it is a new LED backlit version.
It can do the voice control or repeat last command like the older units depending how its coded.
You can get part no. 1T0 035 680C without an LED backlit screen - so make sure it has a star key so you know its the newest revision. The date should also be 2010... although there are some very late 2009 that have the star, and some early 2010 that dont!!
I've noticed a difference in 6.1 over 6.0 - the bypass beside my golf course doesn't exist in 6.0, but does in 6.1!!
-
The star button does nothing differently - it just lets you know that it is a new LED backlit version.
It can do the voice control or repeat last command like the older units depending how its coded.
You can get part no. 1T0 035 680C without an LED backlit screen - so make sure it has a star key so you know its the newest revision. The date should also be 2010... although there are some very late 2009 that have the star, and some early 2010 that dont!!
I've noticed a difference in 6.1 over 6.0 - the bypass beside my golf course doesn't exist in 6.0, but does in 6.1!!
Thanks for the tips. How would you rate the LED screen compared to the standard one? Is it really a lot better? I can tell the difference with LED TVs, but it's hardly mindblowing...
-
Thanks for the tips. How would you rate the LED screen compared to the standard one? Is it really a lot better? I can tell the difference with LED TVs, but it's hardly mindblowing...
Its definately better - but I wouldn't say it was £200 better!
The LED screen starts up instantly - fully bright.
The older ones take a few minutes to get to fully bright.
The LED backlit screen is slightly more responsive, and can be seen better in sunlight.
Apart from that - theres no difference
-
Hmm, as I suspected... can't help feeling I want the LED version, though :grin:
-
The LED RNS510 is a silly low price even at £750 considering VW charge £2750...!!
If your going to wait it out for a cheap one don't bother once the sellers with the cheap ones are gone they are going to go sky high in price. I know a guy selling the new rns's to Ri***rSport for over £1000.
Darren
-
I got mine from Lithuania :shocked:, but its a brand new unit with no marks, and all the warranty stickers in place.
It was £699, but I did a best offer of £650 - which he accepted.
I just looked through his feedback, and hes now selling for £599 buy it now - or accepting £550 best offers.
Thats the price most people are selling old B versions for!!
-
I got mine from Lithuania :shocked:, but its a brand new unit with no marks, and all the warranty stickers in place.
It was £699, but I did a best offer of £650 - which he accepted.
I just looked through his feedback, and hes now selling for £599 buy it now - or accepting £550 best offers.
Thats the price most people are selling old B versions for!!
:shocked: I think I have found the seller you refer to. I have submitted an offer and will await the outcome. I went for the latest LED version with 6.1 maps :embarassed:
-
I rather buy from someone who is 100% trustworthy such as Darren and who will be able to provide me with expert service and advice. He is a Forum member and he has offered a brilliant deal. I cannot be bothered saving £50 or £100 pounds which other sellers might be able to supply these units at.
I am very sure I will get a quality unit from a quality individual and that's what matters most.
:smiley:
-
I did ask Darren first, but at that time LED units were like hens teeth and he couldn't get me on - hence why I opted for the foreign option.
The seller was great - responded to emails instantly. I ordered it on a Friday lunchtime, and it arrived on Tuesday morning - despite it being a Bank Holiday Monday.
Well packed, and like new. The date on the unit was 29th March 2010, so it was only a month old at the time.
-
I did ask Darren first, but at that time LED units were like hens teeth and he couldn't get me on - hence why I opted for the foreign option.
The seller was great - responded to emails instantly. I ordered it on a Friday lunchtime, and it arrived on Tuesday morning - despite it being a Bank Holiday Monday.
Well packed, and like new. The date on the unit was 29th March 2010, so it was only a month old at the time.
Am pleased for you. However, Darren will also help install it as I am not as adept as you. :smiley:
-
The date on the unit was 29th March 2010, so it was only a month old at the time.
I can't help wondering where these eBay sellers get all these units from. I asked one if he could provide an invoice for my accounts and he replied "no invoice can be provided" :lipsrsealed:
The guy I made an offer to this morning hasn't replied yet, so I don't know if that means he isn't entertaining my offer, or just that he hasn't picked up his email.
As for Darren, I'm sure he's a very reliable seller, but to me UK or Lithuania is more or less the same 'risk'.
-
Ill give you an invoice :wink:
Darren
-
Ill give you an invoice :wink:
Darren
Damn it, I saw your reply too late and have just ordered a unit from Lithuania. It was £550 + £25 S&H. No invoice. Could you have also knocked of UK VAT, as you would have sent it to me in France? I have a valid EU VAT number for my business.
-
What version RNS510 was it? and yes I'm not Vat registered so would have been fine.
Darren
-
What version RNS510 was it? and yes I'm not Vat registered so would have been fine.
Darren
Tha latest one like you're selling (I believe): star button, LED screen & 6.1 software. If you're not VAT registered, then I wouldn't have been able to claim back the VAT anyway, so I don't feel so bad :smiley:
-
:wink: well done mate
Darren :cool: