MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Sat Nav and Car Audio => Topic started by: Syy on August 31, 2012, 09:38:36 am
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Hi Guys,
Unfortunately my 08 plate Ed30 doesn't have a single option on it, and im getting a bit bored of burning MP3/Data CD's to listen to music . I appreciate this may have been covered many many times but i am unsure what head unit i have and what i need to gain iPod connectivity.
I want to keep the car as OEM as possible..
The head unit is black in colour with 6 silver buttons either side of the LCD screen and has "mp3" written above the CD mechanism.
if any body can help me out that would be much appreciated :)
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RCD 300 :happy2:
If your budget allows get the RNS 510 and MDI interface for ipod. Great bit of kit
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Great thanks, So im guessing thats the bargain basement version :(
couple more questions...
So can iPod connectivity be added to this unit? (sorry im not really keen on the RNS510 and its out of my budget)
Ive just had a search around the forum could i upgrade to the one in the middle (RCD500 i think ?) and then add the MDI for ipod connectivity in the arm rest / glove box ?
If so does anybody know what i would need part wise?
appreciate the help guys :)
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Great thanks, So im guessing thats the bargain basement version :(
couple more questions...
So can iPod connectivity be added to this unit? (sorry im not really keen on the RNS510 and its out of my budget)
Ive just had a search around the forum could i upgrade to the one in the middle (RCD500 i think ?) and then add the MDI for ipod connectivity in the arm rest / glove box ?
If so does anybody know what i would need part wise?
appreciate the help guys :)
Not sure about the iPod connectivity to a 300 or 500, but you need an RCD510 or the RNS for the mdi unit - as not compatible with the older units. (plus mdi are currently cheaper to buy - loom is more though to be fair)
If you want a good unit at not too much cost go for a RCD510. I upgraded from a 500 and the difference is amazing - touch screen is ace plus looks better on the car - and you can add the VW Bluetooth to run through it too (which I have also just done) :happy2:
Do you have an armrest? If not I wil be listing a couple over the weekend, one of which is the mdi/iPod/cdchanger version so space for you to put in what you want :)
A selfless plug but look out if interested or send me a PM
Simon
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Yes you can add ipod connectivity to RCD 300, you will need this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-GOLF-ARM-REST-IPOD-DOCK-CONNECTOR-MK5-PASSAT-NO-RESERVE-/221116130540?pt=UK_In_Car_Technology&hash=item337b8c64ec#ht_500wt_1288