Blaupunkt Nav Unit

[BenFromOz]

Im looking at putting a Blaupunkt DX-R70 (DIN) unit into my (soon to be delivered) Mk2 172 and had a few questions for you ICE masters. Ive had a few opinions from audio dealers but I reackon you guys know better and will give me the facts.

1) Does anyone have any experience with this unit - is it any good?

2) Is there anything I should be aware of when replacing the standard head unit with another one in a mk2 172?

3) I asked about the possibility of adapting the steering wheel controls. One guy said it could be done and another agreed but said it involved a lot of work. He said they have to put some kind of device behind the air bag which sends infra-red signals to the unit. Sounds dodgy to me - has anyone had this done with third party head unit?

4) If I cant get the wheel controls adapted, can they be easily removed? I might get the blaupunkt remote instead but I dont want buttons everywhere!

5) I will also be replacing the standard changer with a Blaupunkt one (CDC-A08). Will a larger changer fit under the passenger seat and mount easily where the Renault one is now? Would I be better off putting it in the boot?

Any help greatly appreciated. Cheers.

Ben.

 

[Scott_Mck]

1) Never used it so dont know, Blaupunkt tend to be good quality and well priced units, but the controls can be a bit flimsy.

2) Dunno, sorry, dont have a 172

3) It will involve a lot of work..Sony and Kenwood provide adaptors for converting steering wheel remotes, but I dont think Blaupunkt do - might be worth mailing them and asking though. As you ahve been told it would involve pissing around with the controls in the stereo...if you dont mind the Blaupunkt remote - it will be far easier and cheaper.

4) I wouldnt remove the buttons on they wheel - anything like my sisters 306 and you cant anyway... it makes the car look original and less obvious to theives - plus could invalidyae warranties etc.

5) See point 2, IIRC though the Blaupunkt changers are quite compact so may fit - it is again a lot easier to fit in the boot as you dont have to remove seats etc...possible, but time consuming.

 

[BenFromOz]

Thanks Scott.

Anyone else got any opinions?

Thanks.

Ben.