Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU

Silk · 02-11-2006, 17:28

I would really like to replace the head unit on my Octy for something with DAB, but don't want to lose the steering wheel remote controls. Does anyone know if they will work with after market units and, if so, which ones?

I've seen some nice looking Blaupunkts on Ebay - I've given up on my first choice of a JVC unit as it looks cheap and nasty in the flesh, as does the Sony. The Blaupunkts are the only ones that are up to the standard of the Octy interior.

swing · 02-11-2006, 18:20

I believe the steering wheel remote controls will only work with a Skoda Head Unit.

Silk · 02-11-2006, 19:42

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Originally Posted by swing

I believe the steering wheel remote controls will only work with a Skoda Head Unit.

Hmm, that would be a bit of a bummer. I notice that Skoda advertise a Blaupunk HU in the accessories section of their website, so I was assuming they would be compatible with multi-function wheel.

Silk · 06-11-2006, 15:49

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Originally Posted by Silk

Hmm, that would be a bit of a bummer. I notice that Skoda advertise a Blaupunk HU in the accessories section of their website, so I was assuming they would be compatible with multi-function wheel.

Just a quick update for anyone interested. You can get a CAN bus adapter for Blaupunkt HUs - should enable all remote functions and integrated lighting etc. A bit expensive at around £90, but well worth it to have a first-class sound system.

Got a Blaupunkt Woodstock DAB-54 brand new for £190, so total, including facia adapter, around £300.

Just waiting for the postman now.

**VRStu** · 06-11-2006, 16:42

Be interested to see how this install pans out. I happen to know of someone who's installed a DAB53 in and OctyII. As far as I am aware there isn't a switched live on the Quadlock.

The 16 pin plug pins 15 and 16 are 'Terminal 30' which is direct from the battery. AFAIK the car uses CANBUS to switch the radio on etc.

Perhaps your CANBUS adapter will resolve the issue. You may also need to disable controller which is the radio so that you don't have a fault on the CAN controller.

Silk · 06-11-2006, 17:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Be interested to see how this install pans out. I happen to know of someone who's installed a DAB53 in and OctyII. As far as I am aware there isn't a switched live on the Quadlock.

The 16 pin plug pins 15 and 16 are 'Terminal 30' which is direct from the battery. AFAIK the car uses CANBUS to switch the radio on etc.

The item is on this page Skoda Octavia installation

I believe it will turn radio on, control the backlight and interface with steering remote. I'll just have to wait and see.

Perhaps your CANBUS adapter will resolve the issue. You may also need to disable controller which is the radio so that you don't have a fault on the CAN controller.

As Skoda advertise a Blaupunkt DAB 52 as an approved add-on on their website, I can only assume it would have to be fully compatible and the 54 should be similar in this respect. The only thing I know I'll lose is the graphic display of parking sensors and some stuff that's repeated elswhere.

I just hope it looks the part when fitted.

**VRStu** · 06-11-2006, 18:01

Looks like that should cover it.

mbval · 06-11-2006, 21:14

Hi,

I don't have Multi-function Wheel, but I really want it, can I install it to my Octy

Silk · 09-11-2006, 18:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Looks like that should cover it.

Just got the adapter today and can confirm it works, except the double arrows on the left hand side don't seem to do anything.

Volume, Preset/track up/down, and mute work on steering controls. GALA, accessory on and backlight all work as they should as well.

Very pleased. It's just a shame the facia adapter is a little bit cheap looking. Maybe I can get a better quality one somewhere. Does anyone know if Skoda do one?

A nice touch with the Blaupunkt DAB 54 is you can alter the backlight colour to match the other lights - fantastic!

**VRStu** · 09-11-2006, 23:51

Skoda is AZ0 600 003 for Climatronic and AZ0 600 002 for Climatic cars.

02-11-2006, 17:28	#1
Silk Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 110 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU I would really like to replace the head unit on my Octy for something with DAB, but don't want to lose the steering wheel remote controls. Does anyone know if they will work with after market units and, if so, which ones? I've seen some nice looking Blaupunkts on Ebay - I've given up on my first choice of a JVC unit as it looks cheap and nasty in the flesh, as does the Sony. The Blaupunkts are the only ones that are up to the standard of the Octy interior.

02-11-2006, 18:20	#2
swing Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 196 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU I believe the steering wheel remote controls will only work with a Skoda Head Unit.

06-11-2006, 16:42	#5
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,435 Thanks: 114 Thanked 925 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU Be interested to see how this install pans out. I happen to know of someone who's installed a DAB53 in and OctyII. As far as I am aware there isn't a switched live on the Quadlock. The 16 pin plug pins 15 and 16 are 'Terminal 30' which is direct from the battery. AFAIK the car uses CANBUS to switch the radio on etc. Perhaps your CANBUS adapter will resolve the issue. You may also need to disable controller which is the radio so that you don't have a fault on the CAN controller. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - Hmm, Have a guess...... SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

06-11-2006, 18:01	#7
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,435 Thanks: 114 Thanked 925 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU Looks like that should cover it. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - Hmm, Have a guess...... SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

06-11-2006, 21:14	#8
mbval Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: Sofia, Bulgaria Posts: 216 Thanks: 3 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU Hi, I don't have Multi-function Wheel, but I really want it, can I install it to my Octy __________________ Skoda Fabia 1.4 16v Sedan Elegance (ESP,ABS,ASR,EDS,MSR) Cruise control, Leather pack, Navy+DVD, Eibach Pro-Kit springs; Skoda Octavia II Elegance 1.9 TDI-PD 17" - Pegasus Wheels with 225/45/17 Conti Sport Contact 3

09-11-2006, 23:51	#10
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,435 Thanks: 114 Thanked 925 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Multi-function Wheel and replacement HU Skoda is AZ0 600 003 for Climatronic and AZ0 600 002 for Climatic cars. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - Hmm, Have a guess...... SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

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