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Model specific boards => Golf mk6 => Topic started by: Obbzi on 04 April 2013, 23:10
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I'm not sure what model it is will add a pick later but it displays the reverse camera and has the Dynaudio speakers. Anyway, I don't think my car has Bluetooth or sat nav and have previously had all in one systems in my last 2 golfs (Pioneer Avic's)
I have a pioneer Avic's F9110 bt lying around and am tempted to put it in my GTI. Will I keep MFSW capability? I have a can bus adaptor so would have thought I keep them. Also just fitted the iPod lead into the media interface and found out all the song information is displayed on the dash as well as the stereo which is a great feature! Will this carry on working with a different head unit?
If I sell the pioneer I will probably go for a newer pioneer, kenwood dnx or possibly the rns. The issue for me with the rns is you need an extra Bluetooth module so probably pioneer or kenwood.
What are your thoughts? :smiley:
Pic of my current head unit:
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/3.jpg)
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Personally I like radios to look OEM.
I think the best all round VW unit is the RNS315 as fitted to the current Passat. It has Nav, DAB and built in Bluetooth as well as the usual Media In capability. It's also much easier to use than the 510's as you can scroll through menus using the center knob rather than the hit and miss slider bar on the touchscreen.
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/SAM_9219_zpsa9186c5f.jpg)
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I'm with dubs - I'd keep it OEM as I don't think there are many that allow the MFSW to operate if not and also, you can pick up an RNS510 + BT unit relatively cheaply and they look far better IMO as well as being less "look at me" to thieving scumbags!
The SatNav on the 510 is pretty good when you get the upgrade to 7 digit post codes and up to date maps etc.
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Another for OEM, the RNS510 is a great bit of kit...
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^^Agree with both The Buckeroo and Mr Dieseasel, stick with OEM. Also may save you a job having to revert back to standard head unit when selling you vehicle in the future
I have RNS510 with the v8 maps and love it
Red
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The only thing I have with the rns510 is the fact that the Bluetooth is separate so more cost so looks like rns315 but why is the rns510 a lot more expensive than the rns315? :laugh:
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Screen size maybe as the RNS510 is bigger plus higher res.
The 510 is DVD whereas the 315 only has CD
510 has a larger hard drive.
Here is a link of comparisons
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a6/rns315-GPS-FAQ-VW.htm
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/a5/rns510-VW-GPS-FAQ.htm
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Thanks for all the advice and information guys, time for me to start thinking and decide which way to go :nerd:
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Pic added to original post :smiley:
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Have had my GTI about 6 weeks now and think its great :grin:. Only thing that didn't impress me was the original RCD 310 head unit, which lit up blue and looked out of place with the rest of the dash lighting. :sick: Thought about a Pioneer head unit as I wanted the Bluetooth functionality without having to buy further modules. In the end I went for the RNS315 and have to say i'm glad I did, as its an impressive piece of kit, plug and play fit, sat nav & full bluetooth if you also purchase a standard fit mike to complete the kit.
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Have had my GTI about 6 weeks now and think its great :grin:. Only thing that didn't impress me was the original RCD 310 head unit, which lit up blue and looked out of place with the rest of the dash lighting. :sick: Thought about a Pioneer head unit as I wanted the Bluetooth functionality without having to buy further modules. In the end I went for the RNS315 and have to say i'm glad I did, as its an impressive piece of kit, plug and play fit, sat nav & full bluetooth if you also purchase a standard fit mike to complete the kit.
How much did you pay for the RNS315?
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VOLKSWAGEN-RNS-315-SAT-NAV-/171017815746?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item27d174c6c2
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They seem to go for around £400 to £500 pounds, depending on condition, hardware/software version and what age maps they have on.
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I'm not sure what model it is will add a pick later but it displays the reverse camera and has the Dynaudio speakers. Anyway, I don't think my car has Bluetooth or sat nav and have previously had all in one systems in my last 2 golfs (Pioneer Avic's)
I have a pioneer Avic's F9110 bt lying around and am tempted to put it in my GTI. Will I keep MFSW capability? I have a can bus adaptor so would have thought I keep them. Also just fitted the iPod lead into the media interface and found out all the song information is displayed on the dash as well as the stereo which is a great feature! Will this carry on working with a different head unit?
If I sell the pioneer I will probably go for a newer pioneer, kenwood dnx or possibly the rns. The issue for me with the rns is you need an extra Bluetooth module so probably pioneer or kenwood.
What are your thoughts? :smiley:
Pic of my current head unit:
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/3.jpg)
That's the RCD510 without DAB. Bluetooth retrofit its reasonable cheap, less than £150 and reasonable easy for the average mechanic. Then the phone button will work ok, once a little bit of coding by a friendly VCDS owner. Then if you want sat nav all you do is swap headunits. I just use a good roadmap only needs changing once every 10 years or so.
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Thanks ajmoir36.
I want sat nav and bluetooth so the RNS510 with the additional bluetooth module would be about £700-£800 :sad:
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With the RNS315 is the bluetooth info and sat nav info displayed on the dash like the RNS510?
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With the RNS315 is the bluetooth info and sat nav info displayed on the dash like the RNS510?
Yes.
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I have managed to get hold of an RNS315 for a bargain! Only thing I need is amic for the bluetooth? Beofre I start trawling ebay what kind of mic do I need?
Is it a 3.5mm jack that goes into the back of the stereo?
Looks like I will be selling my Pioneer F9110BT shame as it is an awesome piece of kit and I love it :cry:
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Dont forget the GPS antenna for satnav.
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For the bluetooth to work you will need something like THIS (http://www.kufatec.co.uk/shop/en/Volkswagen/Golf-6-5K/Wiring-Microphone-for-VW-RNS-315-Bluetooth-Only)
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Dont forget the GPS antenna for satnav.
Comes with a GPS aerial :smiley:
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Have had my GTI about 6 weeks now and think its great :grin:. Only thing that didn't impress me was the original RCD 310 head unit, which lit up blue and looked out of place with the rest of the dash lighting. :sick: Thought about a Pioneer head unit as I wanted the Bluetooth functionality without having to buy further modules. In the end I went for the RNS315 and have to say i'm glad I did, as its an impressive piece of kit, plug and play fit, sat nav & full bluetooth if you also purchase a standard fit mike to complete the kit.
Which mic did you go for and where did you get ot from? I've just bought an RNS315 :smiley:
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For the bluetooth to work you will need something like THIS (http://www.kufatec.co.uk/shop/en/Volkswagen/Golf-6-5K/Wiring-Microphone-for-VW-RNS-315-Bluetooth-Only)
Thanks for the info! So for BT to work I need that as well? :rolleyes:
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Bought it from 'CarSystems' in Poland, took about 5 days to get here airmail, but was 1/2 the price of anywhere else I could find, looks OEM. :wink: This is the site http://www.carsystems.pl/wiring-microphone-3b0035711b-for-vw-rns-315-bluetooth-only,id387.html
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Bought it from 'CarSystems' in Poland, took about 5 days to get here airmail, but was 1/2 the price of anywhere else I could find, looks OEM. :wink: This is the site http://www.carsystems.pl/wiring-microphone-3b0035711b-for-vw-rns-315-bluetooth-only,id387.html
Thanks Phil :smiley: So that is all I need for BT to work with the RNS315?
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Thanks Phil :smiley: So that is all I need for BT to work with the RNS315?
Yup, was for me. If you install the RNS315 now, BT will work straight away (able to connect to phone & BT music etc), just add mic so others can hear you talk :grin:
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Thanks Phil :smiley: So that is all I need for BT to work with the RNS315?
Yup, was for me. If you install the RNS315 now, BT will work straight away (able to connect to phone & BT music etc), just add mic so others can hear you talk :grin:
Yeah that might help a bit! Where did you install the mic? Ive read lots of different threads and I'm all confused now with the bT side of things :laugh:
Does the mic run from the back of the head unit to the a pillar/rear view mirror or can you just plug a mic into somewhere where the overhead lights are?
I have seen this on ebay will just this do?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300825741380?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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Yeah that might help a bit! Where did you install the mic? Ive read lots of different threads and I'm all confused now with the bT side of things :laugh:
Does the mic run from the back of the head unit to the a pillar/rear view mirror or can you just plug a mic into somewhere where the overhead lights are?
I have seen this on ebay will just this do?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300825741380?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Thats the mic part of the kit, although you would still need to buy the extension cable if you purchase this (couldn't find extension cable for less than £30 when I looked). The one in the kit comes with all the standard wiring & connectors you need to make it plug and play (and is around £30 all in).
You mount the mic within the overhead console as per the OEM standard fit unit. See the excellent 'how to'
http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=151928.0
Ignore the 'FITTING MIC TO A-PILLAR' section as this does not apply.
Threading the cable over the head lining is a lot easier than it looks as long as you take your time (use thicker (stiff) cable to help tread over head lining). Tuck cable behind door seal to hide on section from head lining to dash (virtually invisible when done) and enter dash by fusebox lid on end of dashboard. From here carefully route to back of radio. Green plug in kit fits in to large connector at back of radio (as per oem). Plug the large connector back in to your head unit and all should be fine. :grin: Ignore the bit about Fiscon box and removing the heater control panel in the 'how to' as this doesn't apply.
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Cheers thanks for your help Phil :smiley: I will order the kit you said from car systems. There is a lot of good stuff on there! :cool:
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Right before I start a bit of help please!
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null.jpg.html)
That pic is the back of my RNS315 and you can see the mic kit I bought.
My GPS antenna doesn't look like it will fit but may do when I remove the existing stereo.
Where does the mic plug in?
The small black bit goes in the overhead light bit but what about the other piece with the green connector?
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The green connector should slot into the back of the cars original quadlock connector that is pluged into the back of the radio.
I'm not 100% sure if this is right, but a bit of searching found this picture.
(http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t264/dubber36/vw_rns_510_microphone_connection_zpsca550052.jpg) (http://s162.photobucket.com/user/dubber36/media/vw_rns_510_microphone_connection_zpsca550052.jpg.html)
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Thanks Dubber :smiley: Think i will do it tomorrow now then I have more time :grin:
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As Dubber36 says the green connector from the mic locks in to the Quadlock connector in the car. if I remember correctly it fits in the bottom right of the Quadlock connector, with the 2 wires on the green connector towards the middle of the Quadlock.
GPS antenna should connect to blue connector on back of headunit.
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Thanks again Phil! :smiley: I am still waiting for my GPs antenna to turn up, it was shipped without, seller sent me a message saying he had forgot to post it so I tried to use another GPS antenna I have from my old head unit but it is a different fitting. I will let you know how I get on :smiley:
Thanks :smiley:
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Finally got round to fitting the head unit and mic today but I'm struggling to get the green mic plug to stay in the quad lock thing :undecided: how do you secure it?
(http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c148/obbzi/null-6.jpg) (http://s26.photobucket.com/user/obbzi/media/null-6.jpg.html)
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I've got a feeling that you push it in from the radio side of the connector and it just clicks in.
Going by your pic, have you run the wire up to the overhead console? What you should have done is passed it through the quadlock first.
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I've got a feeling that you push it in from the radio side of the connector and it just clicks in.
Going by your pic, have you run the wire up to the overhead console? What you should have done is passed it through the quadlock first.
Offered it onto the head unit and it just stayed in place :smiley:
Couple of issues now though...
1. Reverse camera doesnt work :cry:
2. Can't find bluetooth on the head unit :cry:
Time to search for an online manual :rolleyes:
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This You Tube video shows you how to pair your phone with the headunit - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOZV4TQu3mU. :wink:
Some how to's suggest headunit only searches for devices for 5 mins after ignition is switched on (haven't checked this, so dont know if its correct). If you have problems connecting, turn ignition off then back on and try again.
Dont know about reversing camera as dont have that luxury :cry: but would have thought once plugged in it would work (unless the headunit has to be programmed to accept input with Vagcom).
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Thanks Phil :smiley:
When I press the phone button on the head unit I don't get any phone menu at all it just mutes what ever music is playing :cry: :cry: :cry:
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Have you got the Bluetooth Menu in the DIS?
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Have you got the Bluetooth Menu in the DIS?
Is DIS on the dash?
If so no I haven't.
When I turn bluetooth on my phone and search it doesn't find anything
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Have you coded the new unit and bluetooth into the car with VAGCOM?
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Is DIS on the dash?
Yes. When you use the < > buttons on the right hand side of the steering wheel to go through the various menus, Bluetooth appears on the dash display. It goes something like, Trip computer - Audio - Vehicle Setup - Bluetooth - Navigation, depending on what is installed.
As I said before, if it's not coming up there, the car hasn't been told it's fitted, therefore it needs coding.
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Is DIS on the dash?
Yes. When you use the < > buttons on the right hand side of the steering wheel to go through the various menus, Bluetooth appears on the dash display. It goes something like, Trip computer - Audio - Vehicle Setup - Bluetooth - Navigation, depending on what is installed.
As I said before, if it's not coming up there, the car hasn't been told it's fitted, therefore it needs coding.
Looks like a need a friend with Vag Com? :wink: How much would a VW dealer charge for this?
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Half an hours labour I would have thought. Any more and they're taking the p1ss.
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Half an hours labour I would have thought. Any more and they're taking the p1ss.
Ok thanks again, hopefully thatis all it needs, do you think the same will apply to the reverse camera, ie new stereo needs coding?
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Have you coded the new unit and bluetooth into the car with VAGCOM?
No sir, I just thought (hoped!) it would be plug and play.
Don't really want to take it to VW so looking for a friendly person with VAGCOM :smiley:
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PM The Doc. He likes doing that sort of stuff and isn't a million miles away from you. He is fond of a KFC.
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Have you coded the new unit and bluetooth into the car with VAGCOM?
No sir, I just thought (hoped!) it would be plug and play.
Don't really want to take it to VW so looking for a friendly person with VAGCOM :smiley:
Sadly not mate. You need to activate the module and tell the car everything is fitted :nerd:
Check out the VAGCOM user location map for someone who can help for a beer token or two :wink:
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Dubber 36 and Rhyso, thanks lads! I PM'ed doc yesterday as I work not too far from where he is :smiley: Just awaiting a reply :smiley: