VXOC Astra-J/GTC

Thanks for the pic Marcus, mine has dual climate I suppose it should display that fine too

Thanks Ronnie

(13:th-Apr-2016, 08:59:42)ronnie63 Wrote: [ -> ]Thanks for the pic Marcus, mine has dual climate I suppose it should display that fine too

Thanks Ronnie

I would imagine that it does. I only have the poverty spec Aircon. The temp on the left hand side is a bonus for me as the heater dial itself has no temp markings. The temp on the right is probably for the climate control. It is set to 15c where there is no cabin temp sensor.

I do miss my dual climate control system I had in my Civic.

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@marcus poverty spec! Hahahaha... Love it

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I'm sorely tempted to buy one! I wonder if he carries stock or if you need to wait weeks for them! to be fair I would not use most of the stuff maybe bluetooth and nav but I doubt I will have internet and all the other Android stuff

Ronnie

Give him a ring and he will check stock for you [SMILING FACE WITH SMILING EYES]

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£345.99 for the M095 for my BMW... hmm..

I was planning to start a new thread to help me choose either a branded headunit + fitting kit or aftermarket integrated system like this but after reading this thread it would seem this is the way to go for me.
What is the sound quality like with this unit? I don't expect audiophile quality but I would like something that sounds really nice.
Would it be worth adding a decent amp + speakers to this unit too or would I just be trying to make a silk purse from a sows ear?

Great thread by the way Sheppy 

(13:th-Apr-2016, 10:18:09)CraigSRi Wrote: [ -> ]I was planning to start a new thread to help me choose either a branded headunit + fitting kit or aftermarket integrated system like this but after reading this thread it would seem this is the way to go for me.
What is the sound quality like with this unit? I don't expect audiophile quality but I would like something that sounds really nice.
Would it be worth adding a decent amp + speakers to this unit too or would I just be trying to make a silk purse from a sows ear?

Great thread by the way Sheppy 

I think the sound quality is as good as oem if not better.

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Off subject what's code 3 on speedo ?dont worrie me being stupid lol

(13:th-Apr-2016, 09:23:09)ronnie63 Wrote: [ -> ]I'm sorely tempted to buy one! I wonder if he carries stock or if you need to wait weeks for them! to be fair I would not use most of the stuff maybe bluetooth and nav but I doubt I will have internet and all the other Android stuff

Ronnie

I don't use all of the functionality.

The bits I use regularly are:-

Tuner app
Music player app - 32 Gig SD card
Sat nav app - igo
Bluetooth
Reverse camera
Spotify

Use now and again
Cd player.

That is all.



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(13:th-Apr-2016, 10:27:18)marcus Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 10:18:09)CraigSRi Wrote: [ -> ]I was planning to start a new thread to help me choose either a branded headunit + fitting kit or aftermarket integrated system like this but after reading this thread it would seem this is the way to go for me.
What is the sound quality like with this unit? I don't expect audiophile quality but I would like something that sounds really nice.
Would it be worth adding a decent amp + speakers to this unit too or would I just be trying to make a silk purse from a sows ear?

Great thread by the way Sheppy 

I think the sound quality is as good as oem if not better.

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Yep I agree... Sound is very very good! And no problem at all regarding the thread. Sorry it's not hugely organised but I do try (and so do others) to keep it current and full of useful info!

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Cheers guys, this is a great thread to check on people like yourselves like or dislike the unit, but the likes are promising, I don't fancy chucking £500+ at the carvision one but if they were priced the same I might have gone for it for the more oem look.

Ronnie

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Decent video below showing the system fitted

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nx9rwt4S...tml5=False

I bet that's not the first time @sheppy1 has seen that video lol

(13:th-Apr-2016, 12:12:55)stigeye Wrote: [ -> ]I bet that's not the first time @sheppy1 has seen that video lol

I think he made that video....

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(12:th-Apr-2016, 14:17:17)ronnie63 Wrote: [ -> ]This unit looks good! I would be keen to know how it displays the heater and air con controls, also how the indicator sounds etc are, and if it will work ok with the factory park sensors.

Thanks Ronnie

(13:th-Apr-2016, 12:45:49)marcus Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 12:12:55)stigeye Wrote: [ -> ]I bet that's not the first time @sheppy1 has seen that video lol

I think he made that video....

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Glad I said it was decent then lol......

bet he likes to watch his own videos alot lol

Haha.

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Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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my dog went crazy when i watched it on the smart tv as my hubby recon u sound abit like me,

(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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I think that applies to everyone about the voice (not yours ours) bit nice vid thanks for doing it

Ronnie

No problem! Happy to help achieve will do more if people need specific information or demos [SMILING FACE WITH SMILING EYES]

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(13:th-Apr-2016, 15:29:53)mrtc Wrote: [ -> ]my dog went crazy when i watched it on the smart tv as my hubby recon u sound abit like me,

Hahaha and do you think I do?! Odd that ain't it lol

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Great video link there too, think I'm about sold on one of these units   
I have a couple of questions though,  what is the difference between the M072 and the C072? Reading up it appears that the C model has a different processor to the M - is that about it or did I miss anything more?
Also I quite like the idea of having OBD, do I need to buy anything extra to enable this for either unit? The reason I ask is that I'm considering buying a Bluefin and wondered if I'd end up with 2 devices vying for use of the same port 

(13:th-Apr-2016, 21:15:51)CraigSRi Wrote: [ -> ]Great video link there too, think I'm about sold on one of these units   
I have a couple of questions though,  what is the difference between the M072 and the C072? Reading up it appears that the C model has a different processor to the M - is that about it or did I miss anything more?
Also I quite like the idea of having OBD, do I need to buy anything extra to enable this for either unit? The reason I ask is that I'm considering buying a Bluefin and wondered if I'd end up with 2 devices vying for use of the same port 

Bluefin is removed from the port once installed.

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(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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Now you know how we feel [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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(13:th-Apr-2016, 21:57:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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Now you know how we feel [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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Thay hurt! Haha

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(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:03:13)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 21:57:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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Now you know how we feel [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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Thay hurt! Haha

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Come on now.... Thought you northerners were 'ard?

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(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:04:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:03:13)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 21:57:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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Now you know how we feel

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Thay hurt! Haha

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Come on now.... Thought you northerners were 'ard?

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He lives in Bradford/Leeds area, that's Midlands ain't it

(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:15:15)Tonto Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:04:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 22:03:13)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 21:57:39)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]

(13:th-Apr-2016, 14:56:38)sheppy1 Wrote: [ -> ]Haha I did make the video but refuse to watch it as I don't like the sound of my own voice lol

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Now you know how we feel

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Thay hurt! Haha

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Come on now.... Thought you northerners were 'ard?

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He lives in Bradford/Leeds area, that's Midlands ain't it

You take that back! I live in Bolton! It's @nemo who lives in Bradford! Haha

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What's wrong with that haha?

Bolton!! That's definitely not North then @sheppy1

@Nemo what do you mean what's wrong.. Why's right hahaha


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@Tonto looks like your lights will be wiring themselves!

Hahahahahaha! It's fine I'll do it! Don't even have the bulbs mate..


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It's North to me. I'm Midlands... Smack bang centre. Anybody out of the circle is either a northerner of southerner Haha

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I have sent Iceboxauto a message asking them to explain the differences between the M and C units. On their own website they are listed at a £1 difference in price whilst the ebay listing has them at a £15 difference (excluding delivery).
As I'm typing this post I received this reply from them -

HI Craig, the M072 will replace the C072. The M072 is now android operating system so you can download apps on there. It also has a better processor, mirror link, built in wifi and screen resolution is better so go for the M072...... that's if you don't hate android!

So it's helped me decide which to go for, hopefully it it may help somebody else too  

(15:th-Apr-2016, 12:54:34)CraigSRi Wrote: [ -> ]I have sent Iceboxauto a message asking them to explain the differences between the M and C units. On their own website they are listed at a £1 difference in price whilst the ebay listing has them at a £15 difference (excluding delivery).
As I'm typing this post I received this reply from them -

HI Craig, the M072 will replace the C072. The M072 is now android operating system so you can download apps on there. It also has a better processor, mirror link, built in wifi and screen resolution is better so go for the M072...... that's if you don't hate android!

So it's helped me decide which to go for, hopefully it it may help somebody else too  

It's a good unit. I haven't needed to reset the unit at all. Just normal power up, power off with the ignition. It has a vehicle class version of 4.4.4 running on it.

Just be aware that not all apps can be downloaded from the play store as they not all compatible. You can side load apps like Spotify and waze from the SD card.

I don't have the 3g module, just use Wifi. My car is either parked outside my lounge where the router is for updates or I just create a mobile hotspot with my Samsung S6.

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Thanks marcus, thats useful to know
I plan to use my iphone to broadcast wifi to the car and like you when it's parked up outside the house I'll hook up to my home wifi to download anything I need to save my data useage.
Just need to decide what speakers and amp will pair up with this unit now, I get the feeling that's gonna be a pain 

Still think it's lacking built in DAB [FACE WITH STUCK-OUT TONGUE AND WINKING EYE]

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(15:th-Apr-2016, 20:05:07)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]Still think it's lacking built in DAB [FACE WITH STUCK-OUT TONGUE AND WINKING EYE]

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No problem for me living in Ireland.. what's dab

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(15:th-Apr-2016, 20:05:07)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]Still think it's lacking built in DAB [FACE WITH STUCK-OUT TONGUE AND WINKING EYE]

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i totally agree, it is a big shame about dab, but dab for me isnt as good as i always want it to be, i truly believe that app radio is the future, as long as data gets cheaper, for the price of getting the latest smart phone i can get alot of data so when august comes and my contract is up that is what ill be doing, 2 years ago i was still all about wanting the latest phone but now im not, as long as you have a half decent smart phone that works then thats all you need.

the radio station i listen too has not many adverts, has loads of music and abit of news, thats perfect for me. absolute 's or kistory.

so yes it is a shame but not the end of the world

I'm ordering one this weekend, just wondering about Nav software? what are you guys using? is it free? and does the live one's need internet or does it come through gps? I guess it will come loaded with some sort of software.

Cheers Ronnie

(16:th-Apr-2016, 13:39:34)ronnie63 Wrote: [ -> ]I'm ordering one this weekend, just wondering about Nav software? what are you guys using? is it free? and does the live one's need internet or does it come through gps? I guess it will come loaded with some sort of software.

Cheers Ronnie

It comes with igo my way software which is pretty good. It has traffic built in if you have a 3g or Wifi connection. Traffic is not the Google maps navigation class though.

Most gps apps from the Google store aren't compatible. Offline maps does however work. Waze will work as well if you prefer but you do need to side load it. (can't be installed from Google store)

I have a paid copy of sygic for Android(phone) which I tried to side load. It didn't work too well even though I believe some other people managed to get it to work. I wasn't really in the mood/too lazy to explore it further.

Google maps is not compatible.




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Thanks Marcus, no doubt I will have more questions to come! I wonder if the GPS Ariel could be hidden under the dash without losing some signal?

Ronnie

(16:th-Apr-2016, 17:10:47)ronnie63 Wrote: [ -> ]Thanks Marcus, no doubt I will have more questions to come! I wonder if the GPS Ariel could be hidden under the dash without losing some signal?

Ronnie

Not sure it will be as effective if it is hidden from sight. I mounted mine in front of the instrument cluster. There is a handy gully which runs around the front of the instrument cluster. I hardly notice it.

Update on Google maps compatability. Just installed a new custom rom on the head unit and Google maps works perfectly.

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@ronnie63 when ordering I'd order directly from the icebox website. When I got my reply from Rob there he told me prices are cheaper due to not having ebay/paypal costs.
http://www.iceboxauto.co.uk/

@sheppy1 & @marcus who is the actual manufacturer of the HU?

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Ermmm... Well! Winca or roadnav

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I must be childish at heart.... Winca [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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(16:th-Apr-2016, 19:23:41)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]@sheppy1 & @marcus who is the actual manufacturer of the HU?

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Witson I think. Road nav appears to be their partner in the US.

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(16:th-Apr-2016, 19:36:58)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]I must be childish at heart.... Winca [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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do you also chuckle at the wankel engine, i do lol

(16:th-Apr-2016, 21:23:51)mrtc Wrote: [ -> ]

(16:th-Apr-2016, 19:36:58)bhalay207 Wrote: [ -> ]I must be childish at heart.... Winca [FACE WITH TEARS OF JOY]

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do you also chuckle at the wankel engine, i do lol

Yeah the wankle engine still cracks me up too haha

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