RNS510, Should I?

[Darks RS]

So in upgrading from a MFD2 what would i need to upgrade to the RNS510? would i need to change the GPS module bit? etc

[ron]

the SD slot is the best bit : )

[Tux]

I'm not sure that the RNS510 is good value BUT I love the way it all integrates. ie. the dash display is good, the voice control is novel and actually works and it has a nice big display. There are things I would definitely add such as speed display and camera warnings. (I actually run a TomTom to give me the warnings) I bought a bluetooth phone kit which integrates very well too. So I have to say I like it but I'm not sure it's worth the money spent. That said, I'm not sure there are any alternatives that are better.

[Static]

A number of the cars I'm looking at (to buy new) don't have the Sat Nav but do have the Rear Camera. Will this be a problem or straightforward for a dealer to fit ?

Thanks

[Nico76]

A number of the cars I'm looking at (to buy new) don't have the Sat Nav but do have the Rear Camera. Will this be a problem or straightforward for a dealer to fit ?

Good question.

How does an aftermarket RNS510 integrate with things like reverse camera, bluetooth, steering wheel controls, MFD, etc? Is the functionality as though it was factory fitted?

Thanks!

[Nath]

Good question.

How does an aftermarket RNS510 integrate with things like reverse camera, bluetooth, steering wheel controls, MFD, etc? Is the functionality as though it was factory fitted?

Thanks!

Yes.......

[mebius9]

Is it easy to upload Australian map if it came with Euro map or something?

[m3103]

Sorry to revive an old thread but im looking at buying one of these for my mk6 golf.
Just had a few questions that i was hoping you guys could answer...
Im planning to buy off ebay and was wondering if anyone could recommend a seller they have used and are happy with?
Also, this is the OEM unit right? so it should work with all the steering wheel controls and whatnot?
And has anyone had any problems with radio signal? A friend of mine made the mistake of buying a chinese version and the sat nav, radio and almost everything on it either barely worked or was too complicated to understand.
Thanks

[ian]

Sorry to revive an old thread but im looking at buying one of these for my mk6 golf.
Just had a few questions that i was hoping you guys could answer...
Im planning to buy off ebay and was wondering if anyone could recommend a seller they have used and are happy with?
Also, this is the OEM unit right? so it should work with all the steering wheel controls and whatnot?
And has anyone had any problems with radio signal? A friend of mine made the mistake of buying a chinese version and the sat nav, radio and almost everything on it either barely worked or was too complicated to understand.
Thanks

Mate buy an original or you'll be kicking yourself latter on , And the mark 6 is an easy install .I bought my RNS510 about 5 months ago and i'm very happy for the price you can't go wrong.
You should be able to pick up a C version with 2760 firmware and Australian maps for under $1,000 delivered.

[m3103]

Yeah definatley planning on getting an original. There's a seller from Lithuania and UK.
Looking into both. Also what's the difference between the led and LCD one? Any benefits?

[ian]

Yeah definatley planning on getting an original. There's a seller from Lithuania and UK.
Looking into both. Also what's the difference between the led and LCD one? Any benefits?

Ive got the LCD one and i find it very good no glare easy to read. The led ones might be over the $1,000 mark and you will pay a duty on it
when it lands in Australia , just make sure it has V3 Australian maps and has the latest firmware .
I don't know if you will need an Aerial adapter for the mark 6 as i did for the Mark V