blackwolf wrote:

Steve, thanks, that is more or less the conclusion I had come to. The only problem is that that wire actually isn't present in the harness supplied to connect the Kenwood connector on the HU to the DIN connector on the vehicle harness. So to add it I would need a terminal insert for both connector shells.

The DIN connector on the LR includes both IGN ON and LIGHTS ON signals and I wouldn't mind betting that the connectivity is present on the HU connector if I could find out where. I'll see if I can find a tech support contact for Kenwood and ask the question.

Good luck, I see the issue that you have much clearer now. What puzzles me is why it's not included? There also seems to be hardly an info in the manual either. I didn't actually know there was the dimming control in the Defender harness as I've never really looked into detail what is there as I've never used it because as I previously mentioned my HU uses a sensor instead to auto dim to light conditions all by it's self. Perhaps on top of contacting technical support with Kenwood I'd have a good look through Google search if you can as it's likely others may have had the same issue.

Steve

EDIT* In the mean time have a look at page 28 here: http://images.kenwood.eu/files/prod/2062/5...1U(EN).pdf
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custom90steve wrote:

jerseyman wrote:

Steve,

Lazy of me I know, but there is now so much info on upgrading the Landy ICE that I have succeeded in educating myself into indecision.

If the budget was higher - C£800 including fitting what would you suggest, it's a 90 Puma with full noisekiller soundproofing, would mostly listen to voice, rock and blues.

A Kenwood KVT526DVD system with Kenwood BT300 add on along with upgrading all four 10cm speakers with the Kenwood top of the range equivilent size. All available from Just Kenwood. I would imagine you could get all of this for that budget. not sure about the fitting though but I would seriously think about doing it yourself it isn't as difficult as it may first seem. If you do decide to you know who to ask for advice by PM. If you have sound proofing also that will help also. If you want a sub, amp & tweeters ect then it will cost a considerable amount more on-top but worth it equally.

Shame your so far away or I would happily fit it in for you.

HU (No available but probably is elsewhere) http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/car-audio.asp...dia-system

BT add on: http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/car-audio.aspx/kca-bt300-adaptor

10cm speakers: http://www.justkenwood.co.uk/car-audio.aspx/kfc-s1094-speakers

nidge n wrote:

a question from a novice. i am looking for a unit that is easy to self fit, has bluetooth and ideally SD card. Any recommendations please? go easy with me

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custom90steve wrote:

nidge n wrote:

a question from a novice. i am looking for a unit that is easy to self fit, has bluetooth and ideally SD card. Any recommendations please? go easy with me

Just popping out right now. I'll have a look around for you later on.

Thank you, i found a pioneer but no idea on performance and interface with the defender. I appreciate your help

custom90steve wrote:

nidge n - Pioneer is one of the good brands but personally I would have a look here:
justkenwood.co.uk
Only Kenwood on there have a look though to see what you fancy and what suits you best and let me know.

nidge n wrote:

Some great units here and one that will suite my needs. Thank you Steve for your help. One last question if I may? are they plug and play as far as taking out the old unit and replacing it with the Kenwood?

Glad you found some you like. The Defender 2007> uses an ISO connector as standard for the OE LR radio. And for after-market units such as Kenwood (and other brands) they also use ISO connectors so you will simply need two ISO universal round radio keys to remove your original HU. A single DIN radio cage for the Kenwood & a pair of Kenwood radio release keys. (Both very cheap, Both available on JustKenwood) it will just plug straight in and so will the Defender aerial also as it is standardised too. Double check that the cables / wires just below don't interfere with the controls i.e. the fans ect.


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Storming wrote:

Is there a unit that has Bluetooth that deals well with multiple phones. Looking to change standard radio to one with Bluetooth to prevent young un's picking up their phone
Thanks

S

Do you mean that you want to 'pair' your own phone using the BT on your phone and head unit BUT prevent other phones pairing with the HU's BT system? If so I believe that's possible for sure. At least with the higher end HU's anyway.
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