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11:th-Aug-2016, 16:30:41
Hi all,
I imagine this is going to open up a whole can of worms, I apologise in advance!! :-)
I have the basic CD400 in my car currently and looking to upgrade audio quality and also would like a screen/tablet where the VX Navi usually goes.
So a few questions..
* For those that have upgraded CD400 audio, is/was it worth doing? Is is a 'relatively' simple and cost effective upgrade to install better components, IE Amplifier/headunit..
* I like the steering wheel controls and have seen various link kits which would enable me to keep these function but at around £200, seems a bit steep! Are there any other options?
* If I were to fit a tablet where the CD400 min screen is, what part (fascia) would I need to enable me to do this? Would I be keeping the gloss black surround and replacing the black/dark grey insert where the mini screen currently sits?
If this screen is removed, do I loose any functionality? IE, bluetooth. i imagine I will loose settings page like time adjustment etc..
In reality, I'm thinking of putting a small 4G tablet in there for audio playback and sat-nav/genral apps. This surely can#'t be 'that' difficult..?
* Is the amplifier for the exisiting speakers in the OEM headunit?
* Can a new head unit be put in these vehicles or does it not seem worth it as you would loose most features of current set-up?
I'm sorry for all the questions but if anyone has modded this side of their car, I'd be very interested in hearing what was done, what costs were involved and whether it's worth doing!
TIA!
Olly
I imagine this is going to open up a whole can of worms, I apologise in advance!! :-)
I have the basic CD400 in my car currently and looking to upgrade audio quality and also would like a screen/tablet where the VX Navi usually goes.
So a few questions..
* For those that have upgraded CD400 audio, is/was it worth doing? Is is a 'relatively' simple and cost effective upgrade to install better components, IE Amplifier/headunit..
* I like the steering wheel controls and have seen various link kits which would enable me to keep these function but at around £200, seems a bit steep! Are there any other options?
* If I were to fit a tablet where the CD400 min screen is, what part (fascia) would I need to enable me to do this? Would I be keeping the gloss black surround and replacing the black/dark grey insert where the mini screen currently sits?
If this screen is removed, do I loose any functionality? IE, bluetooth. i imagine I will loose settings page like time adjustment etc..
In reality, I'm thinking of putting a small 4G tablet in there for audio playback and sat-nav/genral apps. This surely can#'t be 'that' difficult..?
* Is the amplifier for the exisiting speakers in the OEM headunit?
* Can a new head unit be put in these vehicles or does it not seem worth it as you would loose most features of current set-up?
I'm sorry for all the questions but if anyone has modded this side of their car, I'd be very interested in hearing what was done, what costs were involved and whether it's worth doing!
TIA!
Olly