Dingleberry

how did you come to the conclusion that the unit uses a speed sensor wire simply based off of that prediction crap? you didn't even install this yourself, somebody did it for you. you have no idea what wires it's actually using...

cd-i

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?

xzstarszx

Wow you asked a question and I was trying to help. If you don't like it then ignore my comment. With that attitude of yours, I hope you get far in life! Oh and yes I do know what wires it's actually using. I opened the dashboard to check on all the connections. I just don't have the time to wire all the microphone and antenna myself.

@cd-i
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.

moekind008

Hey xzstarszx

" No caller data when someone calls you, only on the unit itself "

So the caller id shows up on the unit itself?
Is this the same with oem navigation systems, no caller ID as well?

MountainStone

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?

mtnman82

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.

MountainStone

Their website shows a price of $495, which is good but not great. $400 is approaching great. I'd rather have bluetooth and touchscreen and back-up camera and streaming connectivity with my phone, but $400 is certainly a less expensive option to keep the COMAND I have. Thanks much for the heads-up!

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).

mtnman82

If you have some time, keep checking EBay. They've gone on sale for $400 off and on over the past few months. Good luck with it!

Sergiomontreal

i recently got shafted by cargpsnavi.com . i did all i can to stop them from continuing there scam,

pwcummings

+1 LOL

lxlhyperlxl

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

lxlhyperlxl

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.

ultimatebos

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!

cd-i

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.

xzstarszx

I suggest you guys to buy from the caraudiocraze link in the first page or at least somewhere with some reputation. You can easily be scammed since..

CHiKompressor

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

Jp's_C230k_W203

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!

scratchfamous

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.

Nivek83

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 .

BigBodyBenzC240

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

Nivek83

I believe thats a Hualingan HU. Dynavin makes pre-facelift unit aswell DVN-MC2000. I Think you could find alot better price shopping around though. Both units have pros and cons. I preferred the Dynavin because I liked the UI and was able to confirm the lighting on the buttons with Philly's pictures. But whatever unit you get I hope it catches on more here in the Mercedes community. The BMW guys and gals are crazy about these HU's and theres so much more info and support for them. Which for Mercedes is very little as far as I can tell.

Jp's_C230k_W203

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!

MIKESV8

it honestly depends on the installer and what stereo it is. mine are flush every time we do one

Jp's_C230k_W203

Yeah you're right. I do all mine also. I just don't see why anyone would put it in like that. Oh well!

MIKESV8

i know what you mean. i've never done one for myself before, i meant for customers