I dont think it would be worth it, the mfd's screen is only like 4", would be a pain to play x-box on that IMO.

 

It will be worth it when I am done with what I have planned.

But, I don't want to lose the CD changer capability if that is the only way I can play CDs with the unit.

 

There's an unused plug on the back of the MFD. Plugs in there. YOu keep the CD changer. Lemme know what you find. I'm dying for one of these but haven't found a US source

I wanna wire in a back up cam or something. If I can watch seinfeld episodes on my Axim, I can watch them on the MFD LOL.

IIRC in the inputs screen on the MFD there is Aux1 and Aux 2 The Tuner becomes one or both of those

 

if you are interested I have a MA Audio 7" screen for sale. It is wired for a passat. it fits in single din. and has lots of space for RCA cables perfect for Xbox, tv tuner, etc.

 

Hey octick, let us (or me) know what you find out. I wonder if Dirk would do a GB? I tried to buy on their e-com site but the US isn't an option for location

 

Hey Octick, any progress?

 

If I can watch seinfeld episodes on my Axim, I can watch them on the MFD LOL.

That sounds cool, are they Divx? How many episodes does it fit and how does it look?

 

On my 512 CF card I get 15 Sienfeld and 4 Simpsons.

Pretty good. Watchable. Obivously it can't compete with a TV or nything but considering the size of the screen I love it. Works great on the train. Yeah DivX

 

Still working on it. We will see what happens this month.

 

keep up and me posted. I am dying to get a video in for the MFD.

 

Video In for MFD is no problem ... just take the Dietz 1212 adapter:

http://www.audiotechnik-dietz.de/faq.htm#Multimedia Interface 1212

Price is abou 150 EUR i think ... you can connect 2 Video-In Sources then ...

Should we start a group buy, jwil? :lol:

 

YES

I can't speak for octick or any other existing or future NANC folks but I know I want one and I would imagine many would.

I'm liking todays exchange rate too. Back almost to 1:1 with the Euro.

 

I am intrested. It would be great to get full use of the navi mfd.

 

okay.. i'll ask for group price ....

8)

 

Wow, todays exchange rate from USD-Euro is almost 1:1? Man hasnt been that close in almost 11 months when I first ordered my parts.

I would be interested in either the OEM tuner, or the adapter. Keep us posted Octick, Dirk, and jwilker.

 

No update on this, but hopefully with a couple members helping me out, we will get these sooner than later.

I won't stop until we can get a source for these.

 

MFD purcase

I want to replace the DD Monsoon head unit with a MFD for my 2003 Passat. Is it fully compatible with the Monsoon system? I understand that additional plugs & adaptors might be needed. Also, since the MFD has a built-in Amp., is it still possible to use the external Amp. that came with the car? Would it still work with the audio control buttons which built into the steering wheel? But most of all, how do I get one?

Help!!!

 

Let me know if I can do anything to help your quest Octick

 

OCTICK,

I found this link on vortex for a plug and play A/V interface specifically for Audi/VW navigation systems. Rather pricey, but it may be what you're looking for. Looks like it'll be available on October 13th.

http://www.nav-plus.com

HTH

Mike

 

Cripes! $550 Yowza

Looks cool thoughl We'll have to ask if they want to launch with a GB

 

That is expensive, but looks good for those who don't have some stuff already.
I already have a A/V Switch. I just need A/V input for my Navi. I like the cleaniness of the system.

silverstone03,
It should work fine. I don't know if the steering wheel controls will work since no one with 2003 has it. I have seen mixed replies. 2001.5 controls work, 2002 controls don't. The only thing you need for sure that I don't is a specific harness. But, I am sure it will be included if and when you purchase one.

I will let you guys know if I find or hear an update.

 

I am trying to source the Dietz A/V input, but now that website says it only supports PAL. What is PAL? And why doesn't it matter what type of A/V type it is?
I would think it just changes the conventional Video, Left Audio, Right Audio to the VW/Audi plug. I am confused. :???:

 

I am trying to source the Dietz A/V input, but now that website says it only supports PAL. What is PAL? And why doesn't it matter what type of A/V type it is?
I would think it just changes the conventional Video, Left Audio, Right Audio to the VW/Audi plug. I am confused. :???:

Pal is the TV system. You guys in the US have NTSC (that may sound you), and here in Europe most of the countries use PAL. France has (If I remember OK , SECAM) . Its the way the tv is broadcasted.

Pal: 576 horizontal lines to make an image, 25 images per second.
NTSC: 480 horizontal lines to make an image, 30 images per second.

For more info: http://www.michaeldvd.com.au/Articles/PALvsNTSC/PALvsNTSC.asp

Just email them. There must be some conversor. If your image source is NTSC (dvd, ps2, etc) and you pass trough an pal interface, you will get a b&W image with lots of interfereces.

Cables are ok, right, left and video, but it's the signal they carry what it changes.

hope it helps.

 

Yeah PAL is no good for us.

The A/V Switch is so you can have multiple video sources right?

 

Are the version D MFD's being sold on German Ebay the same thing that you guys received in the group buy? How does the language thing work? Does the unit obtain the language depending on the cd you put in, or is it default German language in the menu interfaces?