Need Bluetooth in my V70R.
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Post 795484 by BigGreg on 2016-01-24 19:34:51
I am struggling without a hands free option in my R. Not sure the best route to go down, I really quite like the sound system it has, old tech but sounds very good. But absolutely hate external receivers like you get with a Parrot system or such like. I have an IPhone6.
Just noticed on Ebay they do a double DIN facia adaptor. So perhaps I should swap the stereo out for some new kit with built in bluetooth. Thoughts please, how have you guys handled. Not sure if all R's are the same, I have a six disk in dash setup with DolbyII buttons and has the telephone key pad front. I tried to get a clone sim for the car, but Vodaphone laughed at me. What should I do???
Post 795489 by Harvey on 2016-01-24 21:03:10
Imiv is worth looking at do you have sat nav ?.
http://www.volvotech.eu/Audio
Post 795493 by BigGreg on 2016-01-24 21:22:04
[QUOTE=Harvey;795489]Imiv is worth looking at do you have sat nav ?.[/QUOTE]
Yes and no. Yes it is there and No it does not work. Not sure the problem. I was told that it never worked when the previous buyer purchased the car six years ago and as it stayed local he never bothered getting it fixed. The screen does not lift, has DVD's in boot. Guess i should get it checked out, I noticed ebay 2nd hand screens are only £50-90 if that's the problem. Maybe better just getting a sat nav Bluetooth set. This looks the ticket http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pioneer-SPH-DA120-CarPlay-AppRadio-Touch-Screen-GPS-Bluetooth-iPhone-Android-/371181176881?hash=item566c1f4831:g:RjoAAOSwgyxWVIcx
Post 795496 by Harvey on 2016-01-24 21:28:15
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795493]Yes and no. Yes it is there and No it does not work. Not sure the problem. I was told that it never worked when the previous buyer purchased the car six years ago and as it stayed local he never bothered getting it fixed. The screen does not lift, has DVD's in boot. Guess i should get it checked out, I noticed ebay 2nd hand screens are only £50-90 if that's the problem. Maybe better just getting a sat nav Bluetooth set. This looks the ticket http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pioneer-SPH-DA120-CarPlay-AppRadio-Touch-Screen-GPS-Bluetooth-iPhone-Android-/371181176881?hash=item566c1f4831:g:RjoAAOSwgyxWVIcx[/QUOTE]
If you have reverse sensors they won't work if you change the radio.
I think the kit you need to get the wheel controls working isn't cheap.
Post 795498 by BigGreg on 2016-01-24 22:28:09
[QUOTE=Harvey;795496]If you have reverse sensors they won't work if you change the radio.
I think the kit you need to get the wheel controls working isn't cheap.[/QUOTE]
Don't have reverse sensors. Hence a number of these new double din alternatives have camera input. Might be ideal if I keep it until I am old. This is cheap as chips and has some great reviews http://www.halfords.com/technology/car-audio/dab-car-stereos/pioneer-avh-x3700dab-6-2-car-stereo
Post 795499 by Harvey on 2016-01-24 22:50:01
I did rember someone did this no idea what it's like ..
http://double-din.com/OEM-Multimedia-DVD-GPS-TV-for-Volvo-S60-V70#.VqVUrqCyd_s.mailto
Post 795500 by BigGreg on 2016-01-24 22:57:58
[QUOTE=Harvey;795499]I did rember someone did this no idea what it's like ..
http://double-din.com/OEM-Multimedia-DVD-GPS-TV-for-Volvo-S60-V70#.VqVUrqCyd_s.mailto[/QUOTE]
Does not turn me on. What did you do then Harvey, still go the HU850?????
Is doing away with the phone for a cup holder easy enough, or will there be error messages galore????
Post 795501 by Harvey on 2016-01-24 23:13:14
If you have phone & on call leave well alone , I still have the Hu 850 with a imiv unit with bluetooth thing that plugs into the 30 pin iphone thing .
Post 795502 by BigGreg on 2016-01-24 23:22:34
This needs more investigation. It would be boring if the car was perfect! Night and thanks Harvey.
Post 795504 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-25 05:47:48
I agree with Harvey ^^^^^
I too have the IMiv classic that plugs into my RTi unit.
Regards your RTi......if you are able to plug VIDA/DICE into the car, it will tell you if you have a faulty RTi unit.
If it recognises the unit (it won't be greyed out) then you'll still be able to use the imiv and bluetooth dongle with the car.
I had my RTi unit repaired recently by a company in Suffolk. I can give you their details if you want? You do need to diagnose the car though and clear any fault codes first, then see which ones come back.
The imiv and BT dongle works perfectly with iphone 6. I will post pictures later of my setup for you.
Have a look in my build thread as I posted pictures of my IMIV and BT dongle install along with my hands free kit charger for the iphone 6.
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?51462-LeeT5-s-V70R-Project
Lee.
Post 795505 by jamesy12345 on 2016-01-25 07:09:04
It would be going away from OEM stuff but seems like you get some decent double din units for around the 500 quid mark with sat nav built in, or ones for a bit less that would allow you to use Google maps via your phone. Looking at them yesterday I was very tempted with this one for my RX-7...
http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/pioneer-avic-f970dab-double-din-dab-dvd-bluetooth-navigation-apple-car-play
But couldn't justify the cost to myself & went with a second hand Nakamichi CD-400 :D
The phone system seemed to work fine in my S60R? I just put my sim card in the little tray below the key pad..? Maybe it's hassle to get it out of the Iphone or is a different size
Sim adaptor idea...https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Create+a+Micro-SIM+to+SIM+Adapter/3183
sorry if useless in your case....I have no idea about modern phones. I stopped at a Nokia E72.
Here someone fitted a Garmin sat nav unit to the Volvo RTI case...
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=138409&highlight=garmin
Post 795508 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 09:16:37
[QUOTE=LeeT5;795504]I agree with Harvey ^^^^^
I too have the IMiv classic that plugs into my RTi unit.
Regards your RTi......if you are able to plug VIDA/DICE into the car, it will tell you if you have a faulty RTi unit.
If it recognises the unit (it won't be greyed out) then you'll still be able to use the imiv and bluetooth dongle with the car.
I had my RTi unit repaired recently by a company in Suffolk. I can give you their details if you want? You do need to diagnose the car though and clear any fault codes first, then see which ones come back.
The imiv and BT dongle works perfectly with iphone 6. I will post pictures later of my setup for you.
Have a look in my build thread as I posted pictures of my IMIV and BT dongle install along with my hands free kit charger for the iphone 6.
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?51462-LeeT5-s-V70R-Project
Lee.[/QUOTE]
Cheers Lee, my AA pal is doing the handbrake cables this week so will get him to plug in and see if he can detect the RTI. Will check out your thread too. Would prefer to keep OEM sat nav and just add Bluetooth to the existing head unit.
Post 795509 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 09:18:57
[QUOTE=jamesy12345;795505]It would be going away from OEM stuff but seems like you get some decent double din units for around the 500 quid mark with sat nav built in, or ones for a bit less that would allow you to use Google maps via your phone. Looking at them yesterday I was very tempted with this one for my RX-7...
http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/pioneer-avic-f970dab-double-din-dab-dvd-bluetooth-navigation-apple-car-play
But couldn't justify the cost to myself & went with a second hand Nakamichi CD-400 :D
The phone system seemed to work fine in my S60R? I just put my sim card in the little tray below the key pad..? Maybe it's hassle to get it out of the Iphone or is a different size
Sim adaptor idea...https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Create+a+Micro-SIM+to+SIM+Adapter/3183
sorry if useless in your case....I have no idea about modern phones. I stopped at a Nokia E72.
Here someone fitted a Garmin sat nav unit to the Volvo RTI case...
http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=138409&highlight=garmin[/QUOTE]
My tech skills don't come close to all of this. Nice Nakamichi though, when I were a lad I used to drool at the Naka separate systems in John Lewis before being hunted by security.
Post 795534 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-25 18:17:54
Here's some pics of my iPhone 6 connected to my Volvotech BT dongle which is directly connected to my iMIV 'classic', plugged into my RTi. Although it's docked in the Brodit charger, it doesn't need to be!
Proven functionality with no hiss or crackle and total control via headunit, Phone or steering wheel controls.
The sound is absolutely crystal clear with rich deep bass and no distortion.
One thing to note is the iPhone 6 can upscale your music to higher bitrate. Mine is set to 256kbps AAC. Normal CD is 128kbps, so the difference is very noticeable, Clarity of music and deep rich bass.
I tried a video...but is failed for some reason. Will try again later.
Post 795540 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 18:48:44
[QUOTE=LeeT5;795534]Here's some pics of my iPhone 6 connected to my Volvotech BT dongle which is directly connected to my iMIV 'classic', plugged into my RTi. Although it's docked in the Brodit charger, it doesn't need to be!
Proven functionality with no hiss or crackle and total control via headunit, Phone or steering wheel controls.
The sound is absolutely crystal clear with rich deep bass and no distortion.
One thing to note is the iPhone 6 can upscale your music to higher bitrate. Mine is set to 256kbps AAC. Normal CD is 128kbps, so the difference is very noticeable, Clarity of music and deep rich bass.
I tried a video...but is failed for some reason. Will try again later.[/QUOTE]
That looks the bizz.
Sounds like I need to get VIDA/DICE, how where cost?????
Post 795541 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 18:50:23
[QUOTE=LeeT5;795534]Here's some pics of my iPhone 6 connected to my Volvotech BT dongle which is directly connected to my iMIV 'classic', plugged into my RTi. Although it's docked in the Brodit charger, it doesn't need to be!
Proven functionality with no hiss or crackle and total control via headunit, Phone or steering wheel controls.
The sound is absolutely crystal clear with rich deep bass and no distortion.
One thing to note is the iPhone 6 can upscale your music to higher bitrate. Mine is set to 256kbps AAC. Normal CD is 128kbps, so the difference is very noticeable, Clarity of music and deep rich bass.
I tried a video...but is failed for some reason. Will try again later.[/QUOTE]
Just noticed you have an extra rotary knob on your headset, what's that for then????
Post 795550 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-25 19:48:30
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795541]Just noticed you have an extra rotary knob on your headset, what's that for then????[/QUOTE]
Eh? Which one?
Where do you live mate...which part of the world? If you're not too far from me, you can pop round and I'll plug in VIDA/DICE for you.
Post 795552 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-25 20:13:53
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795551]Just looked like this, should be the ticket if I can't get RTI sorted.
http://gromaudio.co.uk/products/grom-usb3-usb-android-iphone-kit-aux-and-bluetooth-capable/volvo-usb-android-integration-kit.html#Videos[/QUOTE]
I personally think the iMiV is better mate. I've heard mixed reviews on the GROM kit, namely, they are a PITA to fit because you have to remove the radio for full connectivity AND the quality of the sound is debateable.
In comparison, the iMiV is a piece of cake to install. Comes with the necessary leads to connect and you only have to remove the rear n/s trim to access the RTi....which is very simple.
Also, it's in the best place should you wish to install a rear camera, which Harvey has done and I'm going too. It's also compatible with your RTi screen whereas the GROM isn't.
The GROM is directly connected to the headunit whereas the iMiV is connected to the CAN network of the car....making it seamless! ;)
Have a look at this website, these are the original makers of the iMiV units and they are built specifically for V70R/S60R....
http://imiv.ca/cms/
This is the package you will probably need for your car Greg...
http://www.volvotech.eu/imiv-classic
(iMiV site) http://www.imiv.ca/cms/products/product-list/imiv-classic-packages/imiv-classic-dvd-rti-package/
You are possibly going to have to remove your RTi unit anyway, so it makes sense to get the iMiv mate.
Post 795553 by Harvey on 2016-01-25 20:31:12
Do you have a subwoofer in the boot ?.
just thinking if you do change the head unit.
Post 795557 by Harvey on 2016-01-25 20:56:18
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795541]Just noticed you have an extra rotary knob on your headset, what's that for then????[/QUOTE]
Yours looks like this ?.
Post 795565 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 22:53:29
Yes, is that bad???
Post 795566 by BigGreg on 2016-01-25 22:54:20
No subwoofer.
Post 795573 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-26 06:00:21
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795565]Yes, is that bad???[/QUOTE]
No.
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795566]No subwoofer.[/QUOTE]
Then you have two options.
1. Buy this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-VOLVO-V70-2001-2008-Subwoofer-Amplifier-8648371-8633868-/111861824320?hash=item1a0b7bfb40:g:ZPMAAOSw~otWgyiu
Volvo don't make them anymore and they are incredibly hard to get hold of in working condition. The amp fans fail and the amp overheats, this is what kills them! Fans can be bought new on ebay for £10.
A bargain, I can tell you, and will transform the sound you hear in the car. Though I question whether you have the 'Dynaudio' speakers in your car....A main dealer will be able to tell you, as will VIDA/DICE.
2. Remove and sell the stock headunit (if you don't have a sub in the boot) and retro fit your own headunit, amp and sub.
Post 795576 by MIKESC70T5 on 2016-01-26 07:52:03
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795508]Cheers Lee, my AA pal is doing the handbrake cables this week so will get him to plug in and see if he can detect the RTI. Will check out your thread too. Would prefer to keep OEM sat nav and just add Bluetooth to the existing head unit.[/QUOTE]
Different car, but I also wanted to keep the original satnav head unit in my BM, so I retrofitted the oe Bluetooth kit into it. Worked perfectly with all the I phones I've had. However I've just gone over to an android phone and because my car is 12 years old the ulf unit doesn't properly recognise the phone. It syncs up and the contacts transfer over but when I take or make a call, the sound transfers back to the phones speaker. I understand most car manufacturers adopted software which would run flawlessly with apple products. My 2 year old golf with factory Bluetooth works with any phone. Just food for thought as your car is older and you want to run an android phone you might have an issue.
Post 795578 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-26 08:39:20
Also, if you go down the retrofit route with a different head unit, unless you have the correct, compatible harness fitted then you will almost certainly loose the steering wheel functions.
That would be a killer for me as what's the point in having steering wheel controls if you can't use them!?
Post 795579 by BigGreg on 2016-01-26 08:51:59
[QUOTE=LeeT5;795573]No.
Then you have two options.
1. Buy this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-VOLVO-V70-2001-2008-Subwoofer-Amplifier-8648371-8633868-/111861824320?hash=item1a0b7bfb40:g:ZPMAAOSw~otWgyiu
Volvo don't make them anymore and they are incredibly hard to get hold of in working condition. The amp fans fail and the amp overheats, this is what kills them! Fans can be bought new on ebay for £10.
A bargain, I can tell you, and will transform the sound you hear in the car. Though I question whether you have the 'Dynaudio' speakers in your car....A main dealer will be able to tell you, as will VIDA/DICE.
2. Remove and sell the stock headunit (if you don't have a sub in the boot) and retro fit your own headunit, amp and sub.[/QUOTE]
Ok I am sold. I will stick with what I have. Get the RTI fixed and get the iMIV. If I am pre wired for the sub. Otherwise I will go Grom. So now I need to find someone in Scotland that has Dice. Starting to sound like a main stealer visit.
Post 795581 by Harvey on 2016-01-26 09:04:18
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795579]Ok I am sold. I will stick with what I have. Get the RTI fixed and get the iMIV. If I am pre wired for the sub. Otherwise I will go Grom. So now I need to find someone in Scotland that has Dice. Starting to sound like a main stealer visit.[/QUOTE]
Here's the info for the subwoofer.
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?58090-V70-P2-fitting-subwoofer-factory-stock-unit&highlight=
Post 795593 by BigGreg on 2016-01-26 14:03:22
[QUOTE=Harvey;795581]Here's the info for the subwoofer.
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?58090-V70-P2-fitting-subwoofer-factory-stock-unit&highlight=[/QUOTE]
No prewire for the subwoofer. Starting to think my motor was not that well spec'd.
Post 795631 by Harvey on 2016-01-26 19:56:16
very strange you had a look under the plastic trim the plug on mine was taped up out the way. thats a shame its not there
Post 795640 by BigGreg on 2016-01-26 23:39:53
[QUOTE=Harvey;795631]very strange you had a look under the plastic trim the plug on mine was taped up out the way. thats a shame its not there[/QUOTE]
Will check again expected it to be hanging out.
Post 795646 by Redbrick on 2016-01-27 11:56:09
To be honest I should have got a new car years ago. One of the main factors in keeping my V70 D5 is the Volvo Premium sound system with sub in the boot. Nothing comes close to it that I've heard.
Post 795684 by htomi on 2016-01-27 20:28:36
@ BigGreg,
As mentioned at previous posts, go with the imiv classic. I had that on my old S60 for 3 years and I can say nothing else but good about the unit. It came to me from my friend's 05 V70 R which had the exact same equipment like yours. (except his navi was working). Plug and play and no headache.
Alternatively (if you're still debating), I would still recommend the Parrot Asteriod series. I have the mini connected to my head unit in the R. Works great and does what I wanted. I went for the Mini due to the smaller size screen/display. It supports all iOS and Android devices out of the box. The tablet perhaps a better choice, but it also depends on your requirement.
I've used the cables supplied by http://www.volvotech.eu/ which are also plug and play.
Post 795685 by volvokid on 2016-01-27 20:48:12
I have the mini too in the D5 and it's not a bad bit of kit but if it was for my R I would go for what Lee and Harvey have.
Post 795716 by BigGreg on 2016-01-28 07:47:58
[QUOTE=volvokid;795685]I have the mini too in the D5 and it's not a bad bit of kit but if it was for my R I would go for what Lee and Harvey have.[/QUOTE]
That's the plan. Booked in to stealers on Tuesday to get Nav checked out. Then I can decide.
Post 795719 by Rebel Rebel on 2016-01-28 09:31:00
I'd go with the iMiv too, still going strong in the old 'R'. If you've the old TV set up, just remember to remove that before you fit anything. I didn't add the bluetooth to mine, although if I still had the 'R' I'd be looking to do that now.
Post 795721 by BigGreg on 2016-01-28 10:03:43
[QUOTE=Harvey;795631]very strange you had a look under the plastic trim the plug on mine was taped up out the way. thats a shame its not there[/QUOTE]
BOOOOOM! You were only right, it was taped up with masking tape. Sent ebay seller a £200+postage offer, awaiting reply.
Post 795722 by Harvey on 2016-01-28 10:09:06
[QUOTE=BigGreg;795721]BOOOOOM! You were only right, it was taped up with masking tape. Sent ebay seller a £200+postage offer, awaiting reply.[/QUOTE]
Happy days then
Post 795737 by BigGreg on 2016-01-28 13:55:47
[QUOTE=Harvey;795722]Happy days then[/QUOTE]
Got him down to £230+postage. £20 better in my pocket. Its being dispatched today. Happy.com
Post 795738 by Dream3r on 2016-01-28 14:13:59
AFAIK you'll need the dealer to code the subwoofer mate, it's part of he carconfig in the CEM module, iirc it needs to open a relay in the REM.
Post 795755 by Harvey on 2016-01-28 18:25:44
[QUOTE=Dream3r;795738]AFAIK you'll need the dealer to code the subwoofer mate, it's part of he carconfig in the CEM module, iirc it needs to open a relay in the REM.[/QUOTE]
when i fitted mine it,It was just plug and play and off it went.
Post 795760 by BigGreg on 2016-01-28 20:28:39
[QUOTE=Harvey;795755]when i fitted mine it,It was just plug and play and off it went.[/QUOTE]
Hoping the same. I checked and I do have the amp under the drivers seat too. Guess we will soon know. I have another problem now though, just discovered IPD's YouTube channel, can't get anything done as I'm addicted.
Post 795762 by LeeT5 on 2016-01-28 20:45:08
If the car is cable equipped then it will just plug in and work, like Harvey says.
Regards IPDs utube channel, lol! Get your car sorted, code free and 'stage 0' ready, before you even think about modding mate. Live with it for 6 months and get used to it. Learns its niggles and iron out any faults, nipping them in the bud before they escalate. If you want to enjoy your R and keep on top of it....learn to listen to it ;-)
Post 795780 by htomi on 2016-01-29 10:26:19
Yup, as said above, do not attempt any performance mods, before the car is at stage 0.
Make sure all filters, oil, spark plugs, ignition coils, fluids in gearbox, Angle gear, rear diff, AOC, replaced, then your DEM and propshaft + bearings have no issues.
After that check Fuel line, Fuel pump(duty cycle), FPS, PEM, Injectors. Check the PCV system, TCV, MAF and vacum lines are in order, no leaks and work as should.
Afrer these, I would check the suspension parts, engine mounts etc.
Post 795833 by BigGreg on 2016-01-30 10:02:12
So this will be interesting, wonder how the wifes Electric Leaf copes with snow!
Post 795984 by Harvey on 2016-02-01 20:36:37
great you are happy ,now to adjust the Bass untill your happy, little knob on amp on sub.
Post 795987 by BigGreg on 2016-02-01 22:12:24
[QUOTE=Harvey;795984]great you are happy ,now to adjust the Bass untill your happy, little knob on amp on sub.[/QUOTE]
Set it half way, was full up when it arrived. The sounds are just awesome now, very happy. Will order the bits and bobs I need for the jack etc tomorrow when I am in at Volvo Edinburgh getting my RTI issue diagnosed.
Post 795994 by Redbrick on 2016-02-01 23:19:23
Nice one!
The circular indentation below the label has a circular knob with bolt that screws down into a captive nut on a metal bracket. Stops it rattling.
Post 796006 by Harvey on 2016-02-02 06:57:02
[QUOTE=Redbrick;795994]Nice one!
The circular indentation below the label has a circular knob with bolt that screws down into a captive nut on a metal bracket. Stops it rattling.[/QUOTE]
Problem. Is you can't get them from. Volvo anymore..
Post 796011 by LeeT5 on 2016-02-02 08:47:32
Just use a 40mm long 6mm diameter threaded bolt with a large flat washer.
Post 796013 by BigGreg on 2016-02-02 10:35:30
Well just dropped car at Murray Volvo and I have to say they did not fill me with confidence when I explained what LeeT5 and I wanted them to check. But he took loads of notes and said they would try. So now awaiting the phone call.
Sub not rattling at the moment, jack was wedged behind it. That will do until I come across some 6mm threaded rod.
Post 796015 by htomi on 2016-02-02 11:55:12
Nice! Congrats! Btw where did you get the sub?
Post 796019 by BigGreg on 2016-02-02 13:04:44
[QUOTE=LeeT5;795573]No.
Then you have two options.
1. Buy this: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-VOLVO-V70-2001-2008-Subwoofer-Amplifier-8648371-8633868-/111861824320?hash=item1a0b7bfb40:g:ZPMAAOSw~otWgyiu
Volvo don't make them anymore and they are incredibly hard to get hold of in working condition. The amp fans fail and the amp overheats, this is what kills them! Fans can be bought new on ebay for £10.
A bargain, I can tell you, and will transform the sound you hear in the car. Though I question whether you have the 'Dynaudio' speakers in your car....A main dealer will be able to tell you, as will VIDA/DICE.
2. Remove and sell the stock headunit (if you don't have a sub in the boot) and retro fit your own headunit, amp and sub.[/QUOTE]
Lee found the Subwoofer on Ebay. Offered and got for £230 wanted £250+postage.
Post 796054 by htomi on 2016-02-03 11:11:07
Nice catch! Definitely on my list for the future.
Post 796064 by BigGreg on 2016-02-03 16:52:24
So got car back today from Murray Volvo Edinburgh. They investigated Sat Nav issue and diagnosed RTI box as faulty (Leet5 will need a chat), they confirmed my software for the suspension was the latest version and recalibrated it. Checked level sensors (by disconnecting), bushes and front shocks and found all to be ok. So I was happy enough with that, the RTI will now be removed and sent to Lee's contact for fixing. Then I can go about installing the Imiv and Bluetooth when up and running. Before I left I ordered the jack holder, new screw anchor for space saver and the strap for the jack holder. They are even going to post out to me to save me going back in to fetch. Shame I had to be so persistent with old parts chap, told me there was no Sub option on a V70 hence why he could not find the bits I wanted. Ten mins later he declared "never seen that before" !!!!!!
Post 796068 by Harvey on 2016-02-03 17:18:44
You didn't take the numbers I listed then.:wallbash: the parts in my local dealer is over the service counter, but the parts guy just says go around to the Trade counter and he sorts out what I want he even remembers the cars reg now.
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?58090-V70-P2-fitting-subwoofer-factory-stock-unit&p=747306&viewfull=1#post747306
Just remember the jack holder doesn't fit you will be there for a bit cutting it down to size .just be careful as the foam is quite hard to trim to size.
Post 796075 by BigGreg on 2016-02-03 18:25:55
[QUOTE=Harvey;796068]You didn't take the numbers I listed then.:wallbash: the parts in my local dealer is over the service counter, but the parts guy just says go around to the Trade counter and he sorts out what I want he even remembers the cars reg now.
Sorry Harvey, was going to order from FDF but when I was there it seemed the right thing to do. Guy was ok, asked me through the back in to the stores while he struggled on the PC. To be fair I think he would have been much quicker with old style microfeesh thing. But done now. But away tomorrow to London till Tuesday so all on hold till then. Had a blast down to Dunbar this afternoon 120miles round trip, wife pipes up I think you love this car more than you love me. I couldn't answer!!��
Post 796078 by Harvey on 2016-02-03 19:47:34
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796075][QUOTE=Harvey;796068]You didn't take the numbers I listed then.:wallbash: the parts in my local dealer is over the service counter, but the parts guy just says go around to the Trade counter and he sorts out what I want he even remembers the cars reg now.
Sorry Harvey, was going to order from FDF but when I was there it seemed the right thing to do. Guy was ok, asked me through the back in to the stores while he struggled on the PC. To be fair I think he would have been much quicker with old style microfeesh thing. But done now. But away tomorrow to London till Tuesday so all on hold till then. Had a blast down to Dunbar this afternoon 120miles round trip, wife pipes up I think you love this car more than you love me. I couldn't answer!!��[/QUOTE]
Funny your wife say that :talktohan same here , but I say to close to call...:hilarious
Post 796082 by BigGreg on 2016-02-03 20:28:29
[QUOTE=Harvey;796078][QUOTE=BigGreg;796075]
Funny your wife say that :talktohan same here , but I say to close to call...:hilarious[/QUOTE]
They just don't understand. Not their fault.
Post 796085 by BigGreg on 2016-02-03 20:44:50
Just noticed when looking through old receipts that my car had a replacement stereo head unit two years ago at a cost of £549+vat. Find it strange old owner would pay this for a stereo and not attempt repair of RTI.
Post 796087 by Harvey on 2016-02-03 20:51:15
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796085]Just noticed when looking through old receipts that my car had a replacement stereo head unit two years ago at a cost of £549+vat. Find it strange old owner would pay this for a stereo and not attempt repair of RTI.[/QUOTE]
He probably got a Tomtom for £100.
Post 796100 by LeeT5 on 2016-02-04 01:55:34
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796085]Just noticed when looking through old receipts that my car had a replacement stereo head unit two years ago at a cost of £549+vat. Find it strange old owner would pay this for a stereo and not attempt repair of RTI.[/QUOTE]
Knowledge is power!!
After the previous owner recovered from the refurbished head unit cost, he would have had a minor heart attack when they told him how much an RTi unit and screen was. Figure would have been 4 numbers long.
That's probably why he didn't bother and obviously did not know that they can be repaired by Super geeks that work in Radio shops.
Post 796111 by BigGreg on 2016-02-04 09:55:31
[QUOTE=LeeT5;796100]Knowledge is power!!
After the previous owner recovered from the refurbished head unit cost, he would have had a minor heart attack when they told him how much an RTi unit and screen was. Figure would have been 4 numbers long.
That's probably why he didn't bother and obviously did not know that they can be repaired by Super geeks that work in Radio shops.[/QUOTE]
Lee, can you Appchat me you Super Geeks details please. Want to bell them and get things set up for next week. Ta.
Post 796124 by LeeT5 on 2016-02-04 13:25:48
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796111]Lee, can you Appchat me you Super Geeks details please. Want to bell them and get things set up for next week. Ta.[/QUOTE]
Sent msg on What's app.
Post 796307 by BigGreg on 2016-02-09 16:15:06
Rti and screen removed, courier collecting tomorrow.
Post 796312 by LeeT5 on 2016-02-09 19:15:01
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796307]Rti and screen removed, courier collecting tomorrow.[/QUOTE]
Good luck and keep us posted!:saint:
Post 796871 by BigGreg on 2016-02-19 17:34:18
RTI and screen refitted today. Sat Nav works a treat although the remote is goosed, but TV remote works. So off to look for a remote on ebay now that I have just purchased my IMIV online. I love it when a plan comes together!!!
Thanks to LeeT5 for the contact for fixing the RTI, needed a circuitboard repair.
Post 796902 by Harvey on 2016-02-19 22:39:50
I have a remote but never use it as the controls on the back of the steering wheel works well.
Post 796905 by BigGreg on 2016-02-20 02:17:01
[QUOTE=Harvey;796902]I have a remote but never use it as the controls on the back of the steering wheel works well.[/QUOTE]
LeeT5, also told me he had not used his in five years. So all to be done is package up you remote Harvey and post it to Armadale Scotland. Will pay yo back in free cinema tickets 😂😂😂
Post 796908 by Harvey on 2016-02-20 06:57:20
[QUOTE=BigGreg;796905]LeeT5, also told me he had not used his in five years. So all to be done is package up you remote Harvey and post it to Armadale Scotland. Will pay yo back in free cinema tickets ������[/QUOTE]
When I get home I will dig out the spare remote I've got , your more than welcome to it ...don't ask why I got a spare of something I never ever used.:uglyhamme
Post 797287 by BigGreg on 2016-02-26 09:37:18
IMIV.....
310Euro and it comes with no instructions. This could be fun.
Post 797291 by jamesy12345 on 2016-02-26 10:06:39
[QUOTE=BigGreg;797287]IMIV.....
310Euro and it comes with no instructions. This could be fun.
[/QUOTE]
Any help..?
http://www.imiv.ca/cms/uploads/tx_commercedownloads/iMIV_Installation_Manual.pdf
Post 797293 by BigGreg on 2016-02-26 10:11:42
Was doing the exact same myself. Cheers though.
Post 797319 by htomi on 2016-02-26 18:15:26
You should be done with it within a hour or so ;) Enjoy, really great stuff!
2 days ago, I started missing it. Unfortunately I gave it away with my old S60.
I might ask the new owner to sell it back to me as she isn't using it at all.
Post 810359 by htomi on 2017-03-09 08:19:44
Thread resurrection :)
I got my old iMIV classic back from my friend. Can you guys shed some light regarding the BT module from volvotech.eu? (https://www.volvotech.eu/imivbluetoothdock?search=bluetooth)
I assume it is a full functionality BT extender and not just for playing music, e.g. for calls too. Correct?
Currently I have a Parrot Asteriod Mini which does the job, however I'm not happy with the sound quality, plus its no longer supported. So I'm looking to switch back to the iMIV but only if this BT module can support phone calls.
Unit Hu-603.
Also it isn't clear for me, how the charging function works, once the extender connected to the iPod Cable....
Thanks!
Post 810362 by htomi on 2017-03-09 09:20:28
Bob from volvotech.eu confirmed, the bt module is for music play only.
So I have to keep the parrot for phone calls and use the imiv for audio playback.
Post 810367 by Harvey on 2017-03-09 19:19:44
Just plug it in and search for it with your phone works well for me.
Just have to charge your phone before you use it or just use the standard car fag charger.
Post 810379 by htomi on 2017-03-10 09:00:07
Thanks Harvey, but as mentioned above the volvotech bt module is for music only. I need to step back and think about the options.
The Parrot Asteriod Mini is working fine, however I'm not happy with the sound quality at all. Also it is no longer supported, no developments, no firmware updates etc. Parrot ditched the Asteroid Mini and the Tablet series which is a shame...
The issues:
It doesn't distribute the volume to the speakers equally. Rear is stronger, no matter what I do with the custom settings.
The front passenger speakers have an overdrive issue. I know the speakers are fine as once using the HU (radio or CD) everything works as should.
Lastly, time by time the parrot unit remains powered on, after the ignition was switched off. So I have to manually force to switch it off. Not a biggie, but still annoying for sure.
I have nothing but positive experience with the iMIV classic. Sound quality is excellent, no glitches etc but.......no hands-free option :(
Selling the iMiV + the Parrot and go for the Bluepower ARM unit would be an option. But... I don't really want any aftermarket head-unit, plus loads of negative feedback. (mainly from the ss forum)
Post 810409 by LeeT5 on 2017-03-11 09:07:52
[QUOTE=htomi;810379]Thanks Harvey, but as mentioned above the volvotech bt module is for music only. I need to step back and think about the options.
The Parrot Asteriod Mini is working fine, however I'm not happy with the sound quality at all. Also it is no longer supported, no developments, no firmware updates etc. Parrot ditched the Asteroid Mini and the Tablet series which is a shame...
The issues:
It doesn't distribute the volume to the speakers equally. Rear is stronger, no matter what I do with the custom settings.
The front passenger speakers have an overdrive issue. I know the speakers are fine as once using the HU (radio or CD) everything works as should.
Lastly, time by time the parrot unit remains powered on, after the ignition was switched off. So I have to manually force to switch it off. Not a biggie, but still annoying for sure.
I have nothing but positive experience with the iMIV classic. Sound quality is excellent, no glitches etc but.......no hands-free option :(
Selling the iMiV + the Parrot and go for the Bluepower ARM unit would be an option. But... I don't really want any aftermarket head-unit, plus loads of negative feedback. (mainly from the ss forum)[/QUOTE]
Ask yourself this. Do I really need handsfree for the phone? Do people really call me when I'm driving that much to justify the outlay on a full on handsfree kit?
If the answers are mostly 'no', then just get the iMiV.
With the set up I have in the Brodit charging dock, If my phone rings, it automatically mutes the music anyway, so I just 'answer' followed by 'speaker' and then I can talk to who ever it is, hands free, with them on loud speaker. :)
http://www.vpcuk.org/forums/showthread.php?51462-LeeT5-s-V70R-Project/page20 (scroll down to #385 for pictures)
Post 810430 by htomi on 2017-03-12 07:17:09
Thanks Lee!
I'll think about it.
As far as things are going right now the answer is yes for the handsfree functionality.
The next 2 weeks will check how much I'm actually using it and see it from there.
The plan is to use a similar approach, when I was thinking about to buy a new lens for my DSLR. (Check the avg focal length range, avg aperture range for a period)
