Aftermarket GPS unit, input please.
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Marsaydees
I have the unit thanks to Philly's recommendation. There's an option in the navigation software that will allow the cursor to "predict" your cursor for 30 seconds, so to answer your question: yes, it does use vehicle speed info to follow you if you lose gps signal.
I'm not sure if it's just my installer or my unit, but I'm not getting any information on my dashboard. My phone keys on the steering wheel doesn't even work. I contacted the supplier and still waiting for an answer from Dynavin. Regarding data on dashboard, I was told that the CANBUS doesn't transfer data to your dashboard. BT quality is great as far as I know. No caller data when someone calls you, only on the unit itself. Didn't really pays attention to the illumination of the keys, but you can adjust brightness on the unit itself.
I'm not sure if it's just my installer or my unit, but I'm not getting any information on my dashboard. My phone keys on the steering wheel doesn't even work. I contacted the supplier and still waiting for an answer from Dynavin. Regarding data on dashboard, I was told that the CANBUS doesn't transfer data to your dashboard. BT quality is great as far as I know. No caller data when someone calls you, only on the unit itself. Didn't really pays attention to the illumination of the keys, but you can adjust brightness on the unit itself.
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2006 w203 C220CDI
The Igo software which is installed on the dynavin units has this "prediction" feature. The cursor is actuated on the map if you loose the gps signal. The prediction method is based on the last speed info before the signal got lost.
I know that because I use the same navigation software on my smartphone which I use as a standalone navigation.
On the other hand the speed signal is available to the unit via the CAN bus. On the same bus you can also find the illumination signal, the only problem is that the unit is not able to read and decode this signals.
Maybe in the future with a software update?
I know that because I use the same navigation software on my smartphone which I use as a standalone navigation.
On the other hand the speed signal is available to the unit via the CAN bus. On the same bus you can also find the illumination signal, the only problem is that the unit is not able to read and decode this signals.
Maybe in the future with a software update?
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2007 c230
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I don't think they'll release any update at all! Based on reading other forums on the unit, the Mercedes unit is not being supported by users as much as the Audi and BMW ones.
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02 C32
My COMAND unit is toast. Anybody know whether this Dynavin unit will work in a pre-facelift W203? I know it won't fit in the center stack but I have been considering changing that to the facelifted look anyway. What I am wondering is if is is still plug-and-play with the wiring in my car. Was the wiring changed as part of the facelift?
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MountainStone - I would suggest calling Midwest Electronics to see how much they would want to repair your COMAND. They had a sale going when I picked up mine from them - $400 outright (no exchange). They are a factory authorized Blaupunkt service center (only one in US?) and know the ins/outs and how to repair these units, and have excellent customer service.
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02 C32
MountainStone - I would suggest calling Midwest Electronics to see how much they would want to repair your COMAND. They had a sale going when I picked up mine from them - $400 outright (no exchange). They are a factory authorized Blaupunkt service center (only one in US?) and know the ins/outs and how to repair these units, and have excellent customer service.
EDIT: I emailed them and they emailed back 13 minutes later - that IS excellent customer service. They are willing to repair my COMAND but the price is $495, same as simply purchasing one of their refurbished units outright (no exchange as you stated).
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2001 W210 E430, 2007 C32, 2009 E350
I have a 2009 E350
I check the W211 forum and not a lot of info regarding the dynavin unit. I want to know if its a simple direct plug and play hook up or do I have to by pass the fiber optic (like the audio shop told me and want to charge $300 for install) This is a sick unit. check out the video I found:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynYf0...eature=related
I'm pretty sure its the same concept at the C class unit. Can anyone let me know because I got a coupon code for $100 off from ottonavi.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynYf0...eature=related
I'm pretty sure its the same concept at the C class unit. Can anyone let me know because I got a coupon code for $100 off from ottonavi.com
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save100 on dynavin radio units
Sorry the code is "save100" and it expire at the end of the month from ottonavi.com. I want to install it myself if its not too hard.
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2004 c240
i have read through this entire thread.. and my understanding from this is that im guessing their is more than one type of w203 console.. i guess im the unlucky one and mines is a audio 10 i think .. which has the cassette tape in it..i guess this means that ill either have to do major wiring to if i wanted to do the DVN-MC2000 .... cause im assuming that the wiring is different... or would it be easier to just get a in dash navi like pioneer and alpind thats double din!
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ultimatebos,
indeed there are two "console types" prefacelift and post facelift, the differences are quite visible: the clock's layout is changed after facelift, the buttons on the upper control panel and on the climate control panel are not rounded on corners, after facelift they have a square look. But this are the differences on the outside. Electrically speaking the comunications between various modules inside the car is done via CAN after facelift, previously beeing done via D2B.
Overall these are not stopping points for you if you want to install a dynavin unit. The "only" price you have to pay is that you will loose the steering wheel controls. There are also some inconvenients regarding the wiring harness that needs to be modified, but, in my opinion these are "normal" problems when you try to install an aftermarket device onto a car.
On the other hand, you can always drop an email to dynavin and ask them for details.
If I said stupid things please correct me.
indeed there are two "console types" prefacelift and post facelift, the differences are quite visible: the clock's layout is changed after facelift, the buttons on the upper control panel and on the climate control panel are not rounded on corners, after facelift they have a square look. But this are the differences on the outside. Electrically speaking the comunications between various modules inside the car is done via CAN after facelift, previously beeing done via D2B.
Overall these are not stopping points for you if you want to install a dynavin unit. The "only" price you have to pay is that you will loose the steering wheel controls. There are also some inconvenients regarding the wiring harness that needs to be modified, but, in my opinion these are "normal" problems when you try to install an aftermarket device onto a car.
On the other hand, you can always drop an email to dynavin and ask them for details.
If I said stupid things please correct me.
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2005 c230 S.S.
so to the people that have bought this unit. Which audio system did you have before? I'm looking into buying one, but I have the Harmon/Kardon option on my car and i'm afraid it wont work because of the MOST connections but im confused since one of the members in here has installed into a Harmon/Kardon system and he claims it was plug and play.....any help is greatly appreciated
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Wow that looks like a really nice unit. I would rather have the look of this unit instead of my double din avic-d3. But I only got my avid for around $250 so I can't complain!
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Is there a thread about switching the pre-facelift switches and AC unit out for the 2005+ units? That's something I've really been wanting to do, but haven't found how possible it is.
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C Class w203 Dynavin V5
Hello, I been reading these post for awhile and just now signing up 
. I like to thank Philly c230k for his post and pictures of the unit. They were real user pics that I was looking for before I would commit to buy one of these units. I like to post some of my own pics of this unit installed in my car. I have the V5 Dynavin which has the newer UI. It is truly plug n play for the Audio 20 system. I was a little nervous ripping my car apart the first time. It is a little tricky getting everything to fit. but aftering taking it apart 3 times (forgeting to connect the antenna) and adding a reversing camera yesterday. It's pretty easy now. I recommend a high quality torx driver #15 and a modified #20 (if you end up stripping a bolt head) for the DIY's. If anyone needs some help or info feel free to bug me .
. I like to thank Philly c230k for his post and pictures of the unit. They were real user pics that I was looking for before I would commit to buy one of these units. I like to post some of my own pics of this unit installed in my car. I have the V5 Dynavin which has the newer UI. It is truly plug n play for the Audio 20 system. I was a little nervous ripping my car apart the first time. It is a little tricky getting everything to fit. but aftering taking it apart 3 times (forgeting to connect the antenna) and adding a reversing camera yesterday. It's pretty easy now. I recommend a high quality torx driver #15 and a modified #20 (if you end up stripping a bolt head) for the DIY's. If anyone needs some help or info feel free to bug me .
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Just found one for us pre-facelift models!!! I am getting one when I get back to the states!
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Touch Screen / GPS / Bluetooth / IPOD / USB / AM / FM / XM / DVD VCD CD CD-R/RW MP3 / Rear-view display / Remote Control
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Touch Screen / GPS / Bluetooth / IPOD / USB / AM / FM / XM / DVD VCD CD CD-R/RW MP3 / Rear-view display / Remote Control
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Just found one for us pre-facelift models!!! I am getting one when I get back to the states!
Check it out
Touch Screen / GPS / Bluetooth / IPOD / USB / AM / FM / XM / DVD VCD CD CD-R/RW MP3 / Rear-view display / Remote Control
Check it out
Touch Screen / GPS / Bluetooth / IPOD / USB / AM / FM / XM / DVD VCD CD CD-R/RW MP3 / Rear-view display / Remote Control
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Hey guys I was reading this thread and I want to know why people are saying that aftermarket double din units stick out? I have a pioneer AVIC-D3 and my unit is recessed in my dash!
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