ICE advice please - Screen/SatNav/DVD/TV required

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 12:06

I'm looking at changing my OEM head unit and have several requirements - I need.

Sat Nav capability
TV tuner ability
DVD ability
CD changer ability
FM Tuner

Needs to be cheap ish so I'm thinking about ebay etc.

Current thoughts are to go with an Alpine unit with the fold out display, these can work with optional modules to achieve the desired configuration.

I like the way the Aline unit folds away to look slightly OEM when parked up, I know you can get the Skoda OEM unit fitted but at £695 plus the extra cost of TV tuner and DVD it will work out significantly more than the Alpine option.

150HP&counting · 19-10-2005, 12:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

I'm looking at changing my OEM head unit and have several requirements - I need.

Sat Nav capability
TV tuner ability
DVD ability
CD changer ability
FM Tuner

Needs to be cheap ish so I'm thinking about ebay etc.

Current thoughts are to go with an Alpine unit with the fold out display, these can work with optional modules to achieve the desired configuration.

I like the way the Aline unit folds away to look slightly OEM when parked up, I know you can get the Skoda OEM unit fitted but at £695 plus the extra cost of TV tuner and DVD it will work out significantly more than the Alpine option.

Not thought about maybe buying/ building a "Carputer" Goochie??? Then you just need a HU with AUX input!

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 12:26

Yes, I'd like to run a "Carputer" with VAG-COM if possible - but thats a different kettle of fish.

I really would like a CD changer so using the carputer DVD-ROM isnt an option

bengie · 19-10-2005, 12:30

how about the JVC head unit i have phil, it plays mp3/wma/cd/dvd with inputs for multi-changers, so you can buy a sagem digi-box for about £35 that will plug straight into it. it has a removable face like most others but with a 3" tft built onto that face

i'm sre we could arrange a mini-mini-meetif you wanted to see it. they also only cos about £400 new if you shop about

150HP&counting · 19-10-2005, 12:34

Errr why couldnt you put all the MP3's(convert your cd's) that you could ever possibly want onto the computer (never need a cd in the car again!) ???
Plus if you get a wireless adaptor you can wack them straight across to the pc whilst your cars sat in the drive

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 12:37

Found one of these on EBay - looks very interesting:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Double-DIN-mot...QQcmdZViewItem

bengie · 19-10-2005, 12:39

something similar from tgincar for £350

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 12:48

Hmmmm....

http://www.tgincar.co.uk/cdpallinoneunits.htm

now I've got a tricky decision to make - which unit to go for!

SkodiRS · 19-10-2005, 12:55

You'll be wanting one of these then.....

Pioneer AVIC

PM Andy_ccr....he probably be able to sort you something.

Also IIRC....Des has one of these fitted.

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 13:00

Thanks Adrian... but the RRP of £1799.99 is a little steep for me

SkodiRS · 19-10-2005, 13:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

Thanks Adrian... but the RRP of £1799.99 is a little steep for me

You didn't mention a price limit.

Sure it was less than that....closer to £1.2k...still alot though...but a quality item.

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 13:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

Needs to be cheap ish so I'm thinking about ebay etc.

SkodiRS · 19-10-2005, 13:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

Needs to be cheap ish so I'm thinking about ebay etc.

Whoops....my bad.

helpmedisappear · 19-10-2005, 13:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

Hmmmm....

http://www.tgincar.co.uk/cdpallinoneunits.htm

now I've got a tricky decision to make - which unit to go for!

Not meaning to hijack the thread but how would you get sat nav on such a unit?

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 14:00

The Alpine unit has the capability to drive auxilary units. The Satnav module is a separate item I believe.This ebay item shows you what you need for satnav and cd changer.

Caleini · 19-10-2005, 14:16

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

The Alpine unit has the capability to drive auxilary units. The Satnav module is a separate item I believe.This ebay item shows you what you need for satnav and cd changer.

Yeah but the Alpine units Cost serious $ The Satnav is £800+, The DVD/CD changer is £600 The DVB Tuner Is £499 and the ariel is another £50.... etc etc etc

I thought budget was an issue

They are about the best on the market tho

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 15:03

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Complete-Alpin...QQcmdZViewItem

150HP&counting · 19-10-2005, 15:10

Me still thinks a car computer would work out cheaper and all in one box

.....

Sat/nav, Mp3, Dvd, DivX, E-mail, Internet blah blah blah n how cool would it be to transfer files using wireless

Goochie · 19-10-2005, 15:14

ok then 150bhp - what price would i be looking at for such a setup? I'd happily build one myself if I knew where to get the parts from.

I could potentially keep the OEM head unit for FM radio too.

Mort · 19-10-2005, 15:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goochie

ok then 150bhp - what price would i be looking at for such a setup? I'd happily build one myself if I knew where to get the parts from.

I could potentially keep the OEM head unit for FM radio too.

If you go for it, go for it fully. Get an FM card for the computer.

Biggest £££ I've found pricing mine up is the screen. If you go for a really good one for touchscreen and no glare etc, you're looking at many £££.

But there are cheap ones I suppose...

19-10-2005, 12:06	#1
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	ICE advice please - Screen/SatNav/DVD/TV required I'm looking at changing my OEM head unit and have several requirements - I need. Sat Nav capability TV tuner ability DVD ability CD changer ability FM Tuner Needs to be cheap ish so I'm thinking about ebay etc. Current thoughts are to go with an Alpine unit with the fold out display, these can work with optional modules to achieve the desired configuration. I like the way the Aline unit folds away to look slightly OEM when parked up, I know you can get the Skoda OEM unit fitted but at £695 plus the extra cost of TV tuner and DVD it will work out significantly more than the Alpine option.

19-10-2005, 12:30	#4
bengie splash!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: planet earth Posts: 14,609 Thanks: 15 Thanked 111 Times in 99 Posts	how about the JVC head unit i have phil, it plays mp3/wma/cd/dvd with inputs for multi-changers, so you can buy a sagem digi-box for about £35 that will plug straight into it. it has a removable face like most others but with a 3" tft built onto that face i'm sre we could arrange a mini-mini-meetif you wanted to see it. they also only cos about £400 new if you shop about __________________ owner of a skoda octavia 4xvrs3

19-10-2005, 12:34	#5
150HP&counting Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 793 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Errr why couldnt you put all the MP3's(convert your cd's) that you could ever possibly want onto the computer (never need a cd in the car again!) ??? Plus if you get a wireless adaptor you can wack them straight across to the pc whilst your cars sat in the drive __________________ Blk Magic Octy (Not quite a VRS) L&K,Climate,Heated leather,Cruise,Xenons,Clifford G5 w/Proximity (Cat1&2), DiskLok (Cat 3) MODS(so far): Custom Code Phase II JBS-Forge-007P DV, Forge/Samco TIP, 18" Ace 205's, ABD/JBS CAI (*Wooosh), Audi TT 312mm Brakes PLANNED: Full Miltek Exhaust, FMIC, and then More Custom Code Tweaking by James

19-10-2005, 12:39	#7
bengie splash!!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: planet earth Posts: 14,609 Thanks: 15 Thanked 111 Times in 99 Posts	something similar from tgincar for £350 __________________ owner of a skoda octavia 4xvrs3

19-10-2005, 12:55	#9
SkodiRS BRISKODA Staff Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: darkest Hampshire Posts: 8,650 Thanks: 0 Thanked 17 Times in 13 Posts	You'll be wanting one of these then..... Pioneer AVIC PM Andy_ccr....he probably be able to sort you something. Also IIRC....Des has one of these fitted. __________________ Adrian.

19-10-2005, 12:26	#3
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	Yes, I'd like to run a "Carputer" with VAG-COM if possible - but thats a different kettle of fish. I really would like a CD changer so using the carputer DVD-ROM isnt an option

19-10-2005, 12:37	#6
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	Found one of these on EBay - looks very interesting: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Double-DIN-mot...QQcmdZViewItem

19-10-2005, 12:48	#8
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	Hmmmm.... http://www.tgincar.co.uk/cdpallinoneunits.htm now I've got a tricky decision to make - which unit to go for!

19-10-2005, 13:00	#10
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	Thanks Adrian... but the RRP of £1799.99 is a little steep for me

19-10-2005, 14:00	#15
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	The Alpine unit has the capability to drive auxilary units. The Satnav module is a separate item I believe.This ebay item shows you what you need for satnav and cd changer. Last edited by Goochie; 19-10-2005 at 14:01.

19-10-2005, 15:03	#17
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Complete-Alpin...QQcmdZViewItem

19-10-2005, 15:10	#18
150HP&counting Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sheffield UK Posts: 793 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Me still thinks a car computer would work out cheaper and all in one box ..... Sat/nav, Mp3, Dvd, DivX, E-mail, Internet blah blah blah n how cool would it be to transfer files using wireless __________________ Blk Magic Octy (Not quite a VRS) L&K,Climate,Heated leather,Cruise,Xenons,Clifford G5 w/Proximity (Cat1&2), DiskLok (Cat 3) MODS(so far): Custom Code Phase II JBS-Forge-007P DV, Forge/Samco TIP, 18" Ace 205's, ABD/JBS CAI (*Wooosh), Audi TT 312mm Brakes PLANNED: Full Miltek Exhaust, FMIC, and then More Custom Code Tweaking by James

19-10-2005, 15:14	#19
Goochie Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Up a tree. Posts: 12,384 Thanks: 7 Thanked 27 Times in 25 Posts	ok then 150bhp - what price would i be looking at for such a setup? I'd happily build one myself if I knew where to get the parts from. I could potentially keep the OEM head unit for FM radio too.

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