MDI niggles

[G-rig]

Re: MDI niggles

The problem is not actually the spacy, I could fit three more I-Pods in there. The problem is the layout of the cable. if the cable had an L type connector on BOTH ends instead of just one then that would solve it.

I guess no point complaining though, it is what it is...

I usually have the arm rest up two notches so should be ok.

[Maverick]

Do you have a picture of what it looks like in the glovebox?

It doesn't look like anything as you can't see it. The cable is the exact length you require (you push the rest into a cavity behind the glovebox) and whatever you're using in there (memory stick, hard drive or icrud/iturd) can be mounted in a pro clip style holder on the roof of the glovebox or below the manual under there. Doesn't take up any space, it's secure from moving around (important if a usb hard drive), has protection from the elements when parked and is cooled when the car is turned on.

You can also lock the glovebox and if the unit is mounted up high it wouldn't be noticed unless you had a good look.

[Maverick]

I usually have the arm rest up two notches so should be ok.

You have to put the arm rest all the way down before you can lift the armrest again.

[G-rig]

You have to put the arm rest all the way down before you can lift the armrest again.

So what?

Just saying that is a good height for my arm.

[Maverick]

So what?

Just saying that is a good height for my arm.

The problem is the cable gets bent each time you close the lid.

You may have it up two notches "so it's not a problem" but everytime you open the lid you have you to close it all the way down before you can lift it up.

So the cable still suffers from the same problems.

[G-rig]

Re: MDI niggles

What if you put the iPod in the other way around with the cable at the bottom? Sounds like I should mod the cable.

I'm going to leave mine in there all the time so prob doesn't matter (too much trouble using the iPhone as you have to connect it everytime you get out of the car).

[pulse]

I don't have a problem with the stock system once you set it up properly and I'm sure most people don't either.

hey maverick, any links/instructions on how to set up the stock system properly?

thanks in advance

[G-rig]

hey maverick, any links/instructions on how to set up the stock system properly?

thanks in advance

Yes, I'd like to know too how you do it. I've played with the levels for tweeter/mid/bass but the sound is still crap.

[Maverick]

hey maverick, any links/instructions on how to set up the stock system properly?

thanks in advance

Make sure the coding is correct for the head unit and spend some time adjusting the various settings, doesn't take long and I have no problems at all with the sound of out my system (RNS 510 with the factory amp and 10 speakers).

[G-rig]

Re: MDI niggles

You can adjust the levels but still sounds crap.

[Maverick]

You can adjust the levels but still sounds crap.

Maybe your expectations are too high? IMO the stock system is fine.

[kennyc]

Make sure the coding is correct for the head unit and spend some time adjusting the various settings, doesn't take long and I have no problems at all with the sound of out my system (RNS 510 with the factory amp and 10 speakers).

Is 10 speakers stock or is it 8?
I thought i saw on my order form that i have the RCD 510 but i thought the 310 was standard?

[Maverick]

Is 10 speakers stock or is it 8?
I thought i saw on my order form that i have the RCD 510 but i thought the 310 was standard?

I have a Mark V which has two extra speakers in the front doors.

Mark VI has 8 total. Mark VI GTI comes with the RCD 510, other models the RCD 310.

[xblode]

You can adjust the levels but still sounds crap.

Have you mucked around with the Voltage settings?

[G-rig]

Maybe your expectations are too high? IMO the stock system is fine.

Maybe yours are too low.

I'd say the MK6 would sound better anyway, as the speakers are in the conventional locations and i'd prefer a 2-way not 3-way in cheap systems.

Have you mucked around with the Voltage settings?

The MDI is fine and sounds best with AUX level on LOW.

I was also referring to the MK5 system in general that's poor and doesn't live up to the rest of the car, but have aftermarket Dyn's and a few Arc Mini's so not really a problem now.