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| JSG Member Since: 12 Jul 2007 Location: Berkshire Posts: 2412   
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I don't think you read the link - there is no wiring at all 
And stand alone is a benefit as you can use it in other vehicles. John http://www.hampshire4x4response.co.uk 2011 Tdci 110 CSW XS |
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11th Apr 2013 5:44pm |
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| db950 Member Since: 01 Feb 2012 Location: Lincoln Posts: 560 
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I've just bought an Alpine unit. http://www.halfords.com/webapp/wcs/stores/...yId_165474
Does everything you want I think including voice control, comes with ext mic, connects to my iPhone 5 and iPod ok and no cd drawer to fill with dust!! Cheap as chips as well!!!! 1997 Ex-MOD 110, Pop Top Camper, build thread https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic72352.html 2014 Discovery 4 SE Tech Instagram @the110camper |
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11th Apr 2013 10:51pm |
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| K9F Member Since: 12 Nov 2009 Location: Bournemouth Posts: 9610 
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^^ 'Stereo upgrade' will reveal 43 threads on the subject by using the search facility.
I don't understand what all the fuss is about? I've had a Parrot Asteroid for two months short of two years and it does everything I want it to do. Maybe my 'expectations' are lower than everybody else's? I was wondering if the numerous software upgrades are the root of the problems as I have only ever carried out the first upgrade and won't be doing any others. "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" maybe the best ethos after all perhaps? If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!! Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!! |
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14th Apr 2013 12:05pm |
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| stewalex1984 Member Since: 06 Mar 2013 Location: Glasgow Posts: 9 
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I Carried out a 350mile round trip on Friday...............for around 150 miles of that it was in silence as the unit continually crashes or freezes. Its a shame as it could almost provide everything I need. Haven't even looked into the software update yet, nor do I have any idea how to do it! Will have a look at that first in case an update removes my hatred for this unit. Pleased to hear someone likes it. Do you know if it has an AV input that I could link a camera to? If not I guess the best solution might be a roof console with drop screen? Thanks, |
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14th Apr 2013 12:23pm |
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| K9F Member Since: 12 Nov 2009 Location: Bournemouth Posts: 9610
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Advertises the latest software download as 'Severe Crash Fixes' may be all you need. I still won't be downloading it as mentioned as I don't seem to be experiencing any issues.
Linky Fingy: http://www.parrot.com/uk/products/hands-fr...t-asteroid If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!! Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!! |
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14th Apr 2013 2:30pm |
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| stewalex1984 Member Since: 06 Mar 2013 Location: Glasgow Posts: 9
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Superb, will let you know if this makes a difference. Thanks |
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14th Apr 2013 3:07pm |
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| RobKeay Member Since: 19 Jul 2009 Location: Stafford Posts: 1585 
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Yeah I have had one since they came out. I have had it crash two or three times but that is it. I've never upgraded mine ether. I use it every day for radio, Bluetooth music streaming and many telephone calls. I just push the button say home and it rings the wife. No one complains about the hands free even with the window down.
I would be nervous about upgrading the software after all the bad reports. Also on a separate note I've never managed to get google maps to work. |
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14th Apr 2013 3:20pm |
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| K9F Member Since: 12 Nov 2009 Location: Bournemouth Posts: 9610
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Me too! BPman carried out his software upgrades religously and his became knackered as well! Never did get any feedback what he did with it or whether he upgraded to something else. http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic17844.html?highlight=parrot If you go through life with your head in the sand....all people will see is an ar5e!! Treat every day as if it is your last....one day you will be right!! |
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14th Apr 2013 3:51pm |
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| jimhcatlover Member Since: 02 Feb 2013 Location: Hampshire Posts: 9 
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I have just installed a Kenwood KVT-526DVD along with a Kenwood reversing camera. Steve kindly helped me with the installation and I'm really pleased with the results. I wired my camera up to a spare HRW switch which I fitted in a spare position instead of using the reversing light switch, as I wanted to be able to view the camera without having to be in reverse. The switch cost about £8 but I also had to buy the wiring plug which was about another £5. I ran the camera cable up the A post and under the headlining to the camera, which is mounted above the waster jet. You can add bt phone, nav and tv modules to the hu. Steve knows a lot more about Kenwood stuff than me though. |
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14th Apr 2013 8:09pm |
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| custom90 Member Since: 21 Jan 2010 Location: South West, England. Posts: 20461
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I don't know I think you did a good job already with the switch and what not. The 526 is really nice though I like it a lot. No Guts, No Glory.
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14th Apr 2013 8:12pm |
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| JSG Member Since: 12 Jul 2007 Location: Berkshire Posts: 2412
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I had three of them - the first one crashed after 24 hours and wouldn't reset, I had it swapped out and that one lasted a week before the same total lock up. The third crashed after four days so I gave up and got a refund. Great product but  quality. John
http://www.hampshire4x4response.co.uk 2011 Tdci 110 CSW XS |
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17th Apr 2013 8:39am |
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| stewalex1984 Member Since: 06 Mar 2013 Location: Glasgow Posts: 9
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The update has made a big difference (so far). No crashes since Sunday when I updated it and far better menu control and some improved features. Maybe they have finally got it working. Any change I'll let you know. |
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17th Apr 2013 11:40am |
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| bpman Member Since: 21 May 2008 Location: Oslo Posts: 8069 
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mines in the original box in the garage, it lasted about 18 months. i've just kept the focal i20 sub and put the LR radio back in ... unlikely to be nicked and for the acoustics of a land rover defender, sounds just fine.
i liked the functionality of the parrot but i don't drive the 110 much so i don't miss it. i think i'd go for a garmin satnav with BT phone functionality if I were to be in a spendy mood... but my time is wrapped up in lens procurement at the moment |
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17th Apr 2013 12:32pm |
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