SAT NAV

[spatz]

Hi folks,

has anybody this piece in use ?

http://www.pioneer.de/de/products/25/111/AVIC-F700...

Checking the specs this thing has everything, even supporting a rear camera.
I intend to install this in the dash of the ultima making it a clean install and supplying
SAT NVA with TMC( the only reason to install this as I hate to waiste my time in congestions), SD card playback
and radio (for the boring drives on limited speed highways).
An instlall pic would be great.

[Mjpmark]

Hi Spatz,

I have just had L&J Audio do me a custom install into my Range Rover Vogue using this Din Unit.
The install was great, however there are issues with the unit.

The Unit is slow on startup, anything upto 45 seconds before you have any control.

Also there is no way of shutting the sat nav up. Once you have entered your destination she will turn into your wife, and nag you all teh way there, you cannot reduce the sound level or stop it from continually talking at you.

The touch screen display is temperemental at best. My advice dont use it. Im searching for a better unit for my Ultima build at present ill let you know if i source anything better.

Cheers

Mark

[SchimmS]

Uwe,
I just installed the 900 system, you`ll have to fabricate a holding tray as it`s quite large and heavy (at least the 900) - it only just fits the dashboard height (you can`t even use the plastic frame around it). Apart from that it`s a great system with excellent sound and more connections than you`ll ever need (IPod/USB/etc). A GPS mouse and many signal cables are also included.
The shortcomings Mark pointed out where dealt with at the latest software update.
Give me a call if you have any more Q´s.

Edited by SchimmS on Sunday 22 March 11:57

[Steve_D]

The space issue is well worth bearing in mind. Many people who are still in the planing stage are unaware that there is a chassis tube running along behind the dash which does not leave much room for head units.

Steve

[deadscoob]

This is what I'm going for:

http://www.kenwood-electronics.co.uk/products/car/...
http://www.kenwood-electronics.co.uk/products/car/...

Inputs for sat nav, camera, ipod etc etc. Hideaway amp and dash mount screen, don't have to worry about space behind the dash like you do with "normal" din or double din units.

[spatz]

thanks

yes i read on some forums that owners are not too happy with it, i like that it has a knob for volume control, the space requirements are not that big issue as i have now decided to cover the whole dash in carbon fiber and extend and model it where necessary

will let you know if i can find any more suitable

more info, seems like the kenwood 5220 has not any issues and is actually less expensive than the pioneer. no sd card slot but usb that will do as well for me.
anyone using that one ?

Edited by spatz on Sunday 22 March 15:31

[LS7TANGO]

Here's a photo of my install using a similar AVIC unit.....mounted mid dash using billet dash front to provide greater depth - it is very, very tight install if you decide not to cut dash top.......HTH

[spatz]

thanks I want to extend the dash a few cm to the bottom so no problem here, the pioneer has a SD card slot on the front which is missing on the Kenwood, so featurewise the Pioneer seems the best unit for the job, am a little concerned about the bad reviews I read. Will give Sven a call obvioulsy he has first hand experience.
LS7TANGO:

Where did you mount the GPS receiver ?

thanks

Edited by spatz on Monday 23 March 06:30

[Stig]

I fitted an AVICX1R to the Can-Am. Space is an issue and needs consideration, but the X1R had a fold out screen (single DIN unit) which helped alot.