MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: GTI-Ross on November 29, 2012, 06:36:19 pm
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Hey guys, looking to update from the standard CD player in the GTI. Looking at specs the RNS 510 looks the top VW one. But what alternate option is there?
I dont want any sh*tty Chinese reps. It also doesnt have to have Sat-Nav. Just an all round good stereo, iPhone / iPod connection would be ideal.
Thanks guys
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
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Yeah forgot to mention, would like to keep it under £400
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Rcd510 its just an rns510 without nav/DVD player
You can pick them up on eBay for £200 and buy a mdi kit for your iPod
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
Wow that Alpine IVE-W535BT looks pretty nice, just been reading about it....might have to look further into it :happy2:
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Kenwood do an RNS510 equivalent that is very good and works with all the interfaces for the VW including reverse sensors/camera, MFSW etc. VW even sell them through the dealerships. They are £1k new, but I'm sure there will already be a few cheaper second hand ones on ebay somewhere. :smiley:
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You can get a used Zenec NC2010 roundabout that price now.
CANbus integration for MFSW and highline, Parrot bluetooth, SatNav, iphone playing and charging, inputs galore etc.
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
I can supply, and they are too new I would think to be available second hand, although you never know.....
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
I can supply, and they are too new I would think to be available second hand, although you never know.....
whats the best price for Alpine IVE-W530BT? and Alpine IVE-W535BT
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
I can supply, and they are too new I would think to be available second hand, although you never know.....
whats the best price for Alpine IVE-W530BT? and Alpine IVE-W535BT
That is the best price I can do on the IVE-W535BT. The IVE-W530BT I can do for £285. The IVE-W535BT does display output, while the IVE-W530BT does not. You would also need to factor in the fitting kit which includes the surround and cage and the steering stalk adapter or Iso connector adapter.
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All depends on your budget. Top end I would look at the Alpine INE-W928R. Giant 8" screen with perfect integration in the VW range with display of the radio and Bluetooth on the MFD (FIS). It also streams Bluetooth audio. It does everything except make the coffee. Aim at around the £1100 with the VW integration and installation kit included.
Another great unit at a really good price is the Alpine IVE-W535BT. I fitted one yesterday and it's a great unit that does everything you need excepting Nav. Being Alpine, you know these units are going to produce the goods. This unit will be around the £370 mark plus the fitting kit, etc.
Got a link to the second one? Also you know anywhere that sells them second hand or refurbed? Thanks
I can supply, and they are too new I would think to be available second hand, although you never know.....
whats the best price for Alpine IVE-W530BT? and Alpine IVE-W535BT
That is the best price I can do on the IVE-W535BT. The IVE-W530BT I can do for £285. The IVE-W535BT does display output, while the IVE-W530BT does not. You would also need to factor in the fitting kit which includes the surround and cage and the steering stalk adapter or Iso connector adapter.
bit of a noob...."does have display out" :stupid:
and also steering stalk, is that so the button on steering wheel works?
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Yep, it displays on the MFD from what I can tell. I would need to verify with Alpine though, but I know with the Corsa I did, I had to get the adapter harness from Alpine which allows the radio to display in the central dash display. This also allows the steering controls to work and is plug and play so no cutting any wires or anything. It's superb and a much better option than the cheaper after market alternatives.
See here:
http://www.alpine.co.uk/support/perfect-vehicle-integration-uk.html (http://www.alpine.co.uk/support/perfect-vehicle-integration-uk.html)
and click on Volkswagen.
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Yep, it displays on the MFD from what I can tell. I would need to verify with Alpine though, but I know with the Corsa I did, I had to get the adapter harness from Alpine which allows the radio to display in the central dash display. This also allows the steering controls to work and is plug and play so no cutting any wires or anything. It's superb and a much better option than the cheaper after market alternatives.
See here:
http://www.alpine.co.uk/support/perfect-vehicle-integration-uk.html (http://www.alpine.co.uk/support/perfect-vehicle-integration-uk.html)
and click on Volkswagen.
Thanks for the info, what happens if your not too bothered about MFD or steering wheels controls. would it just be the stereo and fixing bracket?
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Nope, you would still need an iso harness to connect from iso on the back of the radio to quad lock in the car. You could go for the cheaper ones, but they will probably need some wire splicing or cutting on some of them.
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Nope, you would still need an iso harness to connect from iso on the back of the radio to quad lock in the car. You could go for the cheaper ones, but they will probably need some wire splicing or cutting on some of them.
f*ck...this is mind blag :signLOL: just want a sexy looking plug and play....just fancied something different to the RNS510
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the Kenwood VW-only aftermarket retrofit, or a Zenec. neither are cheap, but they both have built in bluetooth and iirc the Zenec has DAB (or is at least DAB capable)
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Single din bluetooth buried in the dash > Android 7 inch tablet > Custom facia
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi42.tinypic.com%2Famqm2w.jpg&hash=9c5d255b28c30eccf1267b49cd0b0ad1319052ef)
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the Kenwood VW-only aftermarket retrofit, or a Zenec. neither are cheap, but they both have built in bluetooth and iirc the Zenec has DAB (or is at least DAB capable)
Yeah looking for something a bit cheaper than the RNS 510 (but still pretty decent) but looks like ill have to save pennies and buy it unless someone comes up with a idea that will fit the budget :popcornsoda:
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thoughts on this anyone:
http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_storeId_10001_catalogId_10151_productId_892701_langId_-1_categoryId_265857
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Just keep in mind, any after market unit, except those specifically made for VW, you install you will need the following:
Dash adapter kit
Harness adapter kit
At the minimum.
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Just remembered I uploaded some Zenec pics from my old car
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,43748.msg508087.html#msg508087
Now it's in our Altea
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi278.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fkk99%2Fonlinephoties%2Falteazenec.jpg&hash=eb367954a7224d9d6a4598d41400a64990f6dc1b)
Have a look, there's so many to choose from for a mk5 so don't rush into buying a stereo. Check ebay.de for VW HU's too.
Like Squeeguk mentions, any generic double DIN needs adaptors or butchering of wiring to give it a switched live.
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Ok well i think im gonna buy the RNS510 so it works with ease and keep it OEM. What specs should i be looking for with the RNS 510, like version number etc....
Thanks
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What you need is a Connects2 sterring wheel adapter - think its a CT0002 - has the canbus box so sorts out the switched live for you too - so no wires cutting and bodging.
I've got a Pioneer FH-P80BT - with upgraded speakers all round and a 12" sub in the boot. I've got ipod connectivity & bluetooth - all I need! :)