First off a really big thanks must go to Husky, met up today at Subzero's for a secret mission, and as we had some time spare afterwards he helped me finish off the last of my ICE install.
I had already done most of the soldering and wiring set-up but was being a bit of a chicken with the actual plug in bit.
I'd also like to say a big thanks to Sobrien and Rob quads as both of their ICE guides have helped me do the wiring.
sobriens guide: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=19787
rob quads guide: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=16403
also used this: but still have some issues so need to have another read: viewtopic.php?f=27&t=32337&hilit=steering+wheel+controls
and last but not least i need to thank Yokomo; who has helped behind the scenes with cabling issues and just generally givein encouragement via PM.
I Bought the JVC EXAD 7'' KW-AVX810 MULTIMEDIA CENTRE, i got it 2nd hand off ebay for a very good price. and the unit is in excellent condition. it offers loads of options and expandability. paid £250 inc P+P for it.
i currently already run the Pioneer Avic F500BT as a satnav in my cubby and thought that this unit would compliment it well. for one simple reason, i can remove the front off the headunit and i can remove the sat nav; both in about 5 seconds.
so for the pics; as we all know thats all you lot are interested in.
the car centre console with all removed
the connectors in the cubby for the satnav
the pioneer unit
the JVC front
some of the start up screens
with the nav running
with video; my favourite comedy film
as it shows its also got an SD card on the front
haven't had a proper play yet, have learnt a few things but need to use it for a bit to get my full review done so i will come back and update.
Problems:
had an issue with the incartec steering control unit; which currently means i have no steering wheel control. will go back and re look at this.
Things to finish:
still got all the extender cables under the gear shift surround. we ran out of time but all i need to do is wire up the reverse camera. put the USB connector in the arm rest. buy a portable Hard drive. put the video in cables to the passenger cubby. along with my video out.
might only be a headunit change, but the sound quality is so much crisper