I was impressed with what a modern, double-DIN head unit had to offer over the (rather old) RNS-e. The unit that I chose as a replacement was a Pioneer AVIC F960DAB. The specification of this item is quite impressive ... Touch screen/FM/DAB/Sat-Nav/DVD playback/CD playback/Full Iphone connection with "mirroring" and rear-camera connection. In addition, I've been able to connect my DVBT module. I had the installation done at "Impulse", Watford. They were able to install perfectly into a car with Bose fitted. In addition, I've not lost the functionality of the MFSW! So the only minor loss is not having the navigation directions appearing in the small DIS window. Another strange thing about these Pioneer units is that there is no way to turn them off when they're not needed and the car is in use! Honest! So I incorporated a small extra switch to allow this to be done independently. The Iphone is stored in a special compartment in the top of the dash and is easily taken out and located in a cradle secured to the windscreen. Here's some photo's
I'm pleased with the end result ... It just brings the car right up to date and is SO easy to use!
David
I'm pleased with the end result ... It just brings the car right up to date and is SO easy to use!
David