T5 transporter aftermarket radio options

[Sunny43.5]

You can change some of the settings in the GPS , when I got my latest one there were no warnings for speed cameras and school zones , in the settings it had a message which just said "Testing "so I took the GPS SD card from my previous model and saved the files from the SD card to the computer . Then I did the same with the new one I opened up the files until I found the Speed camera and school warnings file and removed it , then I did the same with the old one which did work and replaced those files into the new card . It worked perfectly so maybe you could do the same , there are lots of forums on the web for this software they may have the answer , I am working to see if I can get the text to speech working as I did see that one of the sites but never followed through . Mine gives me 300 metre warning for a turn and then again at 30 metres . Just make sure you do a copy of your originals in case something goes wrong .

[stevan]

Thanks for this valuable info gents.I was about to ask what you did for the code Husky, perfect timing.I went in to factory settings earlier today and hit that wall.There is a new issue for me in Erisin land! Today all was well until either I plugged my iphone into the usb or BTed some music, not sure as both were happening at once. I lost the BT and cant get it to pair again... Have lost all sound except keyboard tone, no radio sound or anything...I will get into factory settings with the code tomorrow after work and hope I have some joy to report back.Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

[Sunny43.5]

"Sunny will try the USB option next time for the mirror link ".
Ok today I tried the mirror link with my Samsung Galaxy s 6 , I did have to enable USB debugging in the Developers Options , to activate the USB debug you need to tap the About Device seven times this will then add Developer Options to the list and you can then turn on the debugging through that menu . I used a USB cable to do the setup and once it was done I could reconnect without the cable . All the phones apps and service are then mirrored on the head unit and you can control the phone via the head unit . I can browse photos and videos from the phone make calls and use the phone GPS as well [ I still will use the head units GPS as it is full screen size ] I will admit it took me a while with setting up the connections but it did work in the end .

[stevan]

Hi again,
well I have it all sorted again, not quite sure what happened but went back next day and BT going with sound. I wonder if you could tell me if it is possible to turn volume up on phone so I can be heard from other end? Not so good apparently...

[Sunny43.5]

As these units are Android they can be like a computer , I found on my previous one it would on rare occasions "lock up "there is a reset button on the face plate just insert a pin and it will reset the operating system . Also like Stevan sometimes turning the car off and leaving it for a minute would get the same result . Did you order a separate microphone? they do make it better for the other person to hear you .

[Foxpuppet]

Today is fitting day for Pioneer F80DAB, I'll post up some pics when it arrives home (sent my apprentice in for the day with it)


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[Sunny43.5]

Was it the 2K I see them advertised at and do they fit an adaptor face plate as the original unit is oblong shaped .

[stevan]

Well I gave up in the end.The unit is back in the box and on its way home...Every day was a new challenge and I really don't have the time to re-invent the computer.What an exhausting experience! Put the original back in with Bluetooth and the dark cloud has passed.

[Sunny43.5]

I thought you had the unit sorted ? what went wrong I have fitted many of these and not had any problems that I could not sort out myself . I suppose as I have purchased quite a few of these for friends etc I have learnt to dig around in the settings as there are so many parameters that are open for adjustment . I fitted one into a friends Colorado the other day and it had so much stuff within its systems that the booklet does not cover you just have to experiment .

[Husky310]

Stevan. Your not the only one sent mine back yesterday. Had a can bus issue in the unit, would drain the battery if the van was not started after 36hr. Unit was found to draw 0.7 amp with the unit switched off and keys removed.
Erisin was very difficult to deal with trying to get an Australian return address. Hopefully I will see a refund soon.

Relly liked the features but flat batteries are not cool. Sat Nav now has me looking at the rns510

[stevan]

Hi guys, well I did get it all working with external mic etc.Was driving only now and then as I have been using another vehicle for work.The other day I left Sydney on a 9 hr drive north.The radio was gone before I got out of the city,the sat nav had a total failure, the Bluetooth went and would not re-pair! Sunny Im sure with your skill you would have been able to sort it out. At the end of the day I will say it was nice to have all that sitting in the dash but such a strain doing all that it demanded! I just want hassle free motoring with music.Sure as you say you can turn the THING off for a re boot but after trying a few things out on a long drive I ended up listening to my telephone playlist on full volume for a whole day...Husky did you get the Leo and RMA number to go to Rhodes? I think I will go the rns 510 as well.
Good luck....

[Husky310]

Stevan
Yes Leo and RMA.
Still waiting to see if they will refund?
I just won't one that works and having satnav has spoiled me so RNS 510 it is.
There are a few on eBay from Europe

[Transporter]

I think I will go the rns 510 as well.

If you need up to date maps in your satnav then the RNS510 is not the best option. Personaly, I'd go with the Pioneer or similar "car play" unit. I've never had any luck with the cheap chinese knock offs and it always cost me more to get it all working as it should.

[Foxpuppet]

If you need up to date maps in your satnav then the RNS510 is not the best option. Personaly, I'd go with the Pioneer or similar "car play" unit. I've never had any luck with the cheap chinese knock offs and it always cost me more to get it all working as it should.

I've yet to take some pics of the pioneer unit, but first drive today trying out both the onboard GPS and CarPlay navi & apps and I'm very happy with it. Everything just works.... Well except the dial button on my MF wheel, all other S/wheel buttons function as they should.

Navigation was fantastic through both setups (running with Google maps as well to compare routes and ETA) but obviously the onboard GPS does not need data. Speed limit display and over speed alerts are also helpful.

I'll have to dig further into what else it can do, just driving today for work so not a lot of time to play around.




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[Foxpuppet]

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