Philly_c230k

The SD Card is included as well. Once you get the unit, you have to contact the seller who will email you a link to download the navigation software.

wsw

Who is the Nav software manufacturer?
How does the Nav software compare with TomTom or Garmin?

Xhale707

And its tomorrow.. Picturessss

d1no

Guys the one Philly has is not the 375 dollar one.. his cost almost 700

LillDragun

it says 2004-2007. whats different from in the 2001? I'd love to get an OEM or OEM looking navi unit.

sinaa

that means it matchs the facelift cars, which have a different center looking central console also the wiring is different.

d1no

^ Yes.. and besides this isnt looking too legit so you might as well get an aftermarket 2din nav that works properly for the same price..

wsw

You are correct d1no. cargpsnavi.com is a SCAM SITE. DO NOT BUY ANYTHING FROM cargpsnavi.com
The phone number listed is phony.
The irony is that the site is hosted in Provo, Utah.

I did another search and found that some bimmer owners have already been scammed.


Here is the domain info
Registrar: FastDomain Inc.
Provider Name....: Blue*********
Provider Whois...: whois.blue*********
Provider Homepage: http://www.blue*********/

Domain Name: CARGPSNAVI.COM

Created on..............: 2010-03-16 14:17:17 GMT
Expires on..............: 2011-03-16 14:17:17 GMT
Last modified on........: 2010-03-16 14:17:17 GMT

Registrant Info: (FAST-14257138)

LINGYAN LIU
SHENGLIBEILU
HEFEI, -
China
Phone: +1.5212089351
Fax..:
Email: henryshen1978@gmail.com
Last modified: 2010-03-16 14:17:17 GMT

Administrative Info: (FAST-14257138)

LINGYAN LIU
SHENGLIBEILU
HEFEI, -
China
Phone: +1.5212089351
Fax..:
Email: henryshen1978@gmail.com
Last modified: 2010-03-16 14:17:17 GMT

Technical Info: (FAST-12785240)
Attn: cargpsnavi.com 1,500 GB Space and 15,000 Monthly Bandwidth.
Blue********* INC
1958 South 950 East
** FREE DOMAIN REGISTRATION **
Hosting plans starting at ONLY $6.95 per month -
Provo, Utah 84604
United States
Phone: +1.8017659400
Fax..: +1.8017651992

wsw

And the scary thing is if you do a google search using this link the scammer has been extremely active on many many forums, using virtually the same wording.
The scam website is getting about 2500 hits per month.

http://www.google.com/search?q=CARGP...a096ba63ca8429

Philly_c230k

Sorry for the delay fellas....here are some pics of the Dynavin Unit installed





Here's what the iPod control looks like with my iPod connected


Here's with the navigation on....there's other views you can set like 3D or 2D, etc.


Here's a screenshot of the Bluetooth. Very simple to sync your iPhone to and has a mini mic for you to talk thru, allows for handsfree talking thru your speakers. Sound quality was surprising very good, better than some bluetooth earpieces.

Philly_c230k

That's the main reason I went with a US distributor...didn't want to get scammed. You can email Trent from CarAudioCraze.com and maybe set up a groupbuy. He was very responsive to my emails with no surprises. His email is support@CarAudioCraze.com

I'll shoot him an email to give him a heads up that he'll be getting some emails from mbworld.org fellas !

zerocover

This is something I must have.

Philly, how does it perform? Is it snappy? Any regrets? WinCE5.0 is a major bonus for application support.

Philly_c230k

No regrets whatsoever. You can also add the 3G modem and have Wifi internet connection from the unit. Best unit on the market for the price and best of all, it's looks OEM which was what I wanted. I've had the Kenwood and Pioneer double din before, but I'd rank this higher.

Philly_c230k

The Dynavin runs Nav N Go iGO v8.3.X navigation software but you can run TomTom or Garmin instead if you prefer but you have to find a way to download those software. I want to run the Garmin navigation software myself but still haven't figured out where or how to get the software. Researching this option on http://dynavin.freeforums.org (this is the Dynavin's official forum). But so far, the iGo navigation software isn't that bad. Just need to get use to it since I'm more familar with the Garmin and TomTom navigations.

Here's a link that provides a review of the Dynavin unit, it's based on a unit for the bmw's which has the same functions and features as the W203 unit.
http://www.jlevistreetwerks.com/p124...duct_info.html

canbonbon

Or did you take it to a professional mechanic? Was wondering if this is something I could do myself or would I need to take it somewhere to get installed. Any drilling, splicing, soldering, etc? It would be great if there are any installation instructions in PDF or otherwise so that I could take a look at how easy it is to install.

Thanks for a the great post and pictures I am salivating now.

wsw

Here is the manual link. This manual is for the A series, but the functions are identical - just a slightly different faceplate.
http://www.dynavin.com/download/manual.php

Philly_c230k

Installed it myself. It's plug and play, no splicing required. The instructions could be written a little better but it's very intiutive even for someone like me who knows nothing about car audio install.

Philly_c230k

I spoke with Trent from CarAudioCraze and he's very open and willing to do a group buy but haven't told me any specifics as far as discounts based on the number of buyers. Whoever is interested can start up a Group Buy list and I'll forward it to Trent.

xzstarszx

Wow, this looks awesome, I just dislike the way you have to use the touchscreen to call out, but that's not too bad. Would be interested in a group buy if someone wants to start one.

Philly_c230k

You can make phone call out via phone or the touchscreen.

canbonbon

And then someone would have to tell me how to take existing panel out and put the new one in.

Thanks

canbonbon

The manual does not show how to actually install. Is there a link for that?

Philly_c230k

No but the harness that comes with the unit plugs directly into the Mercedes factory harness and everything else plugs into unit. Hard to explain without pics but trust me, you can't go wrong.

canbonbon

Is there a simple way to take the current module out? I just went to the car and tried to remove it. Does not move at all. Where are the screws, if any? Any help would be appreciated.

Philly_c230k

Follow this D.I.Y instruction...
https://mbworld.org/forums/c-class-w...ml#post2264959