New generation Sat Nav

Ants · 20-10-2007, 10:25

Just recieved details of the new generation Sat Nav system available as an option in the Octavia range.

Sounds Good.

Touch screen, sd card slot and 30Gb storage

Is this what Stu has?

dstev2000 · 20-10-2007, 10:35

A.K.A. MFD3. At least 2 lucky beggars have it on here but I think only Stu has the proper Skoda unit.

Will this part be available to order from the dealers on it's own?

Now where's my wallet.......

Hedge · 20-10-2007, 11:05

If they are the proper Skoda prices then I guess the MFD2 will reduce in price or is being discontinued.
It is a lovely bit of kit. Any idea on availability?

Richierich32 · 20-10-2007, 11:27

OMG! Me wants one!!(as he reaches for his credit card

)

Hmm, think the remap might have to wait...

Ants · 20-10-2007, 11:30

Factory order available now.
As for retro fit, I'll talk to parts dept. and let ya'll know

dstev2000 · 20-10-2007, 13:11

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ants

Factory order available now.
As for retro fit, I'll talk to parts dept. and let ya'll know

Cheers

A 75% staff discount would be nice

Ants · 20-10-2007, 13:34

dstev2000 · 20-10-2007, 13:41

Considering the MFD2 is still £1650 + disc as a dealer fitted part methinks the MFD3 would be uber pricey if available at all

Richierich32 · 20-10-2007, 14:26

Been down to the dealer this morning, the parts guy didnt really know if the £1500 RRP quoted was the price for factory or retro...useless as always.

dstev2000 · 20-10-2007, 15:15

It will most likely be factory fit.

I would imagine the MFD3 will be pricey as a retro fit. The retro of the MFD2 is £300 over and above the factory fit cost.

I would expect the MFD3 to be around the £1800 mark as a retro.

**VRStu** · 21-10-2007, 09:45

Thats a good price for a factory install as it includes the cost of MaxiDot which is what £180??

I guess as a retro it would need to be ordered as a spare part so you'll need the part number of one to find out.

Fluffmeister · 21-10-2007, 11:04

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Thats a good price for a factory install as it includes the cost of MaxiDot which is what £180??

I guess as a retro it would need to be ordered as a spare part so you'll need the part number of one to find out.

Hmmmmm, I wonder who may have a part number for this mr Stu

dstev2000 · 21-10-2007, 20:13

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

Thats a good price for a factory install as it includes the cost of MaxiDot which is what £180??

I guess as a retro it would need to be ordered as a spare part so you'll need the part number of one to find out.

I presume the standard Maxidot on the L&K is why the MFD3 is £120 cheaper.

If it was available when I ordered mine I would have gone for it

It also has the diversity antenna setup which is ideal for me as I originally had the Audience head unit

**VRStu** · 21-10-2007, 23:14

I'm interested to know about the Diversity Antenna myself.

**VRStu** · 21-10-2007, 23:17

I think this is the part number - 1Z0 035 680 A

Ray.Ward · 22-10-2007, 12:23

two things of interest...

1. The system also supports DVD-Video playback (when vehicle is stationary)
I assume a switch can be modified to bypass this functionality

2. Two aerials for improved radio signal receiving.
Perhaps with the MFD3 i will be able to listen to more than just BBC Radio 1 ?
Not forgetting with two aerials it will also start looking like a taxi?

**VRStu** · 22-10-2007, 17:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ray.Ward

two things of interest...

1. The system also supports DVD-Video playback (when vehicle is stationary)
I assume a switch can be modified to bypass this functionality

2. Two aerials for improved radio signal receiving.
Perhaps with the MFD3 i will be able to listen to more than just BBC Radio 1 ?
Not forgetting with two aerials it will also start looking like a taxi?

There are devices being marketed in the usual places to achieve the video in motion.

I'd like to know the location of the second antenna, I heard that VW were mounting them in the door mirror but I don't know how much truth is in that.

cheezemonkhai · 22-10-2007, 18:16

On the estate there is a second aerial in the rear glass

dstev2000 · 22-10-2007, 19:36

Yep, the 2nd aerial is in the rear offside boot window on the estate, looks a little like a heated rear window element albeit a funny shape, there are 2 FAKRA plugs behind the dash as well, the MFD2 only supports 1 of them.

As for the hatch - I can only assume it is in the same-ish place.

You'll need a more sophisticated box of tricks to fool the unit into thinking you are parked when in fact on the move.

This thread may help.

DanGB · 22-10-2007, 22:13

Seems well cheap compared with what you got with the MFD2!

mcreeder · 25-10-2007, 17:05

So is this MFD3 option now available?

**VRStu** · 25-10-2007, 21:37

Yes Martin that's what the bulletin that Ants posted states .

DanGB · 26-10-2007, 14:39

Available on the Seat Leon/Altea too now, WITH Bluetooth functionality.

uncle bulgaria · 26-10-2007, 15:26

I've seen Stu's and havent stopped twittering on about it since!! I think it is one of the best factory units i've seen. Now if I can only persuade SWMBO that "she" cant live without one.......!

Lummox · 26-10-2007, 15:33

The new in dash sat nav in the VW Iroc looks smart, apparently wont be altered for production.

20-10-2007, 10:25	#1
Ants Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cruising the M65 Posts: 1,041 Members Car: All Skodas Thanks: 16 Thanked 31 Times in 22 Posts	New generation Sat Nav Just recieved details of the new generation Sat Nav system available as an option in the Octavia range. Sounds Good. Touch screen, sd card slot and 30Gb storage Is this what Stu has? __________________ Ants

20-10-2007, 10:35	#2
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav A.K.A. MFD3. At least 2 lucky beggars have it on here but I think only Stu has the proper Skoda unit. Will this part be available to order from the dealers on it's own? Now where's my wallet....... __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

20-10-2007, 11:05	#3
Hedge FORE!!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 2,057 Members Car: Shanks Pony Thanks: 45 Thanked 74 Times in 71 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav If they are the proper Skoda prices then I guess the MFD2 will reduce in price or is being discontinued. It is a lovely bit of kit. Any idea on availability? __________________ Mint with a hole.....

20-10-2007, 11:27	#4
Richierich32 Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 133 Members Car: Octy vRS 07 Thanks: 13 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav OMG! Me wants one!!(as he reaches for his credit card ) Hmm, think the remap might have to wait...

20-10-2007, 11:30	#5
Ants Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cruising the M65 Posts: 1,041 Members Car: All Skodas Thanks: 16 Thanked 31 Times in 22 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Factory order available now. As for retro fit, I'll talk to parts dept. and let ya'll know __________________ Ants

20-10-2007, 13:34	#7
Ants Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cruising the M65 Posts: 1,041 Members Car: All Skodas Thanks: 16 Thanked 31 Times in 22 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav oops __________________ Ants Last edited by Ants; 20-10-2007 at 14:40. Reason: wrong thread

20-10-2007, 13:41	#8
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Considering the MFD2 is still £1650 + disc as a dealer fitted part methinks the MFD3 would be uber pricey if available at all __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard Last edited by dstev2000; 21-10-2007 at 17:00. Reason: pickled onion comment removed!!

20-10-2007, 14:26	#9
Richierich32 Briskodian Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 133 Members Car: Octy vRS 07 Thanks: 13 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Been down to the dealer this morning, the parts guy didnt really know if the £1500 RRP quoted was the price for factory or retro...useless as always.

20-10-2007, 15:15	#10
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav It will most likely be factory fit. I would imagine the MFD3 will be pricey as a retro fit. The retro of the MFD2 is £300 over and above the factory fit cost. I would expect the MFD3 to be around the £1800 mark as a retro. __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

21-10-2007, 09:45	#11
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,840 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 998 Times in 894 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Thats a good price for a factory install as it includes the cost of MaxiDot which is what £180?? I guess as a retro it would need to be ordered as a spare part so you'll need the part number of one to find out. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

21-10-2007, 23:14	#14
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,840 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 998 Times in 894 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav I'm interested to know about the Diversity Antenna myself. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

21-10-2007, 23:17	#15
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,840 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 998 Times in 894 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav I think this is the part number - 1Z0 035 680 A __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

22-10-2007, 12:23	#16
Ray.Ward Liberty City Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Cardiff Posts: 415 Members Car: Octavia II 2.0 TDI DSG Elegence Thanks: 15 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav two things of interest... 1. The system also supports DVD-Video playback (when vehicle is stationary) I assume a switch can be modified to bypass this functionality 2. Two aerials for improved radio signal receiving. Perhaps with the MFD3 i will be able to listen to more than just BBC Radio 1 ? Not forgetting with two aerials it will also start looking like a taxi? __________________ Ray Ray's Car: 06 MY Octavia Elegence DSG, 17" Pegasus, MFD2, Sports Suspension, Maxi-Dot, Briskoda Sticker, OESunshades

22-10-2007, 18:16	#18
cheezemonkhai Briskodian Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 15,555 Members Car: Thanks: 111 Thanked 512 Times in 475 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav On the estate there is a second aerial in the rear glass __________________ Cars make CO2 and trees absorb CO2. By driving your car you're feeding a tree and helping the environment.

22-10-2007, 19:36	#19
dstev2000 Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Back in the Green Posts: 4,036 Members Car: 2 Octavia II's, an L&K combi and a vRS hatch. Thanks: 48 Thanked 168 Times in 153 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Yep, the 2nd aerial is in the rear offside boot window on the estate, looks a little like a heated rear window element albeit a funny shape, there are 2 FAKRA plugs behind the dash as well, the MFD2 only supports 1 of them. As for the hatch - I can only assume it is in the same-ish place. You'll need a more sophisticated box of tricks to fool the unit into thinking you are parked when in fact on the move. This thread may help. __________________ MY08 L&K: Black-Estate-Diesel-Sunset Glass-MFD2-W8 Interior light-Colour coded door strips-LED sidelights and Puddle lights-VAG-COM fettled-Lovely! SWMBO's: MY08 vRS TDI - Standard

22-10-2007, 22:13	#20
DanGB Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: SE London Posts: 380 Members Car: Skoda Fabia 2001 1.4 8v classic Thanks: 8 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Seems well cheap compared with what you got with the MFD2! __________________ Seat New Leon TFSI Sport. Tweaked OLD: Fabia 1.4 8v

25-10-2007, 17:05	#21
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25-10-2007, 21:37	#22
VRStu Txt Spk Police Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,840 Members Car: Audi S3 Thanks: 145 Thanked 998 Times in 894 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Yes Martin that's what the bulletin that Ants posted states . __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

26-10-2007, 14:39	#23
DanGB Briskodian Join Date: May 2005 Location: SE London Posts: 380 Members Car: Skoda Fabia 2001 1.4 8v classic Thanks: 8 Thanked 7 Times in 6 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav Available on the Seat Leon/Altea too now, WITH Bluetooth functionality. __________________ Seat New Leon TFSI Sport. Tweaked OLD: Fabia 1.4 8v

26-10-2007, 15:26	#24
uncle bulgaria Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Location: S Yorks Posts: 338 Members Car: Standard Octavia II vRS Thanks: 9 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	Re: New generation Sat Nav I've seen Stu's and havent stopped twittering on about it since!! I think it is one of the best factory units i've seen. Now if I can only persuade SWMBO that "she" cant live without one.......!

26-10-2007, 15:33	#25
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