Reverse Camera & RNS510 Question

[Jimmymature]

Hi all, I currently have a reverse camera in conjunction with my RCD510.  I will be trawling eBay for a second hand RNS510 but I need to make sure I can still use the camera on the RNS510.

What do I have to make sure (if anything) so that the RNS510 I get will display the reverse camera correctly?


Thanks in advance.


Jim

[p3eps]

There is no difference in RNS versions that will effect your reverse camera - its all about coding.

Ideally you want a C version - as they can take the latest firmware versions without having problems.  Even better would be to get an LED screen version as they're newer and have a sharper looking screen with an LED backlight (lights up quicker and more responsive to touch).

The reverse camera is coded using VagCom software - so you may need to find someone with a VagCom lead to help you out (or go to the dealer) to get it coded properly.

Try Darren (mortygt140) for an RNS510 as he usually has the latest models at a good price.  He'll also help you fit / code it if you're in his area!

[The Doc]

Version C gives a very good picture ;-)

[p3asa]

Version C gives a very good picture ;-)

Its the LED version screen that gives the sharper screen.
Some of the C versions are still the older models.

[iggis]

Hi all, I currently have a reverse camera in conjunction with my RCD510.  I will be trawling eBay for a second hand RNS510 but I need to make sure I can still use the camera on the RNS510.

What do I have to make sure (if anything) so that the RNS510 I get will display the reverse camera correctly?


Thanks in advance.


Jim

I have just retrofitted an RNS510 and can confirm that the reversing camera does not work. Think I need to code the RNS so that it knows that a camera is fitted. Also MFD and some buttons on the MFSW
not working.

[Exonian]

^^^ Yep you do (though you need to code the car to the RNS not the other way round! Some forums members on here local to you will be able to help). Welcome along BTW, tell us more about your car 

[p3asa]

I have just retrofitted an RNS510 and can confirm that the reversing camera does not work. Think I need to code the RNS so that it knows that a camera is fitted. Also MFD and some buttons on the MFSW
not working.

I think by saying your confirming it doesn't work is slightly misleading. It does work but you need to tell the car you have installed a RNS510

This thread shows you the coding you need http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0

[iggis]

I have just retrofitted an RNS510 and can confirm that the reversing camera does not work. Think I need to code the RNS so that it knows that a camera is fitted. Also MFD and some buttons on the MFSW
not working.

I think by saying your confirming it doesn't work is slightly misleading. It does work but you need to tell the car you have installed a RNS510

This thread shows you the coding you need http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=152441.0

I assumed that becaused I had the RCD510/camera option, the car already knew the camera was fitted, but the RNS did not. I am hoping once the car can see the RNS/navigation unit, that everything will be OK again. thanks for the coding info 

[p3asa]

No. You then have to tell the car you have the navigation unit for it to talk to that (MFSW buttons and Nav on MFD) and tell the RNS510 you have the camera unit.

I went from the RCD to the RNS thinking it would just be a plug and play job but the car needs told basically   
The nav on the MFD is very impressive once coded.

[iggis]

^^^ Yep you do (though you need to code the car to the RNS not the other way round! Some forums members on here local to you will be able to help). Welcome along BTW, tell us more about your car 

2010 GTi MK6 3 door, black, 18" Monza Shadow 2's, rear camera, winter pack, ipod/USB connectors, storage pack. Not planning any major mods apart from the navi upgrade. Would like phone bluetooth paired to the RNS. Next job.

Ian