Jim_bobs

UPDATE: Received and installed successfully. I had to route an ignition switched live from the fusebox, but that generally comes with the territory of installing electronic stuff. Other than that, all is good. This head unit has also allowed me to remove the dedicated DAB receiver I was using, as well as remove the hideous and bulky CD wallet from the glove box. All my entertainment is now coming through either DAB or USB. I haven't even bothered setting up the Bluetooth yet. There's a slight gap above the replacement surround, but I can live with that. I'm a happy bunny!

Ah, ok. That ties in with other posts I read about battery issues after fitting different head units. I think I'll go ahead and order the unit anyway. I guess I'll soon know if it causes any issues! 😄

OK, thank you. What was the issue relating to the gateway anyway, in terms of switching out a head unit? The Alpine unit I was looking at is £150. It has DAB and a USB port, which are the only two features I'm interested in. As a bonus, it has Bluetooth with hands free, and user selectable RGB lighting. It looks a bit dated, but I'm not bothered about that. https://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/alpine-ute-204dab-mechless-dab-car-stereo-radio-bluetooth-mp3-flac-usb-aux The same store also sells the DIN adaptor kits.

Thanks for your help with this. The part number I have is 7N0907530AKZ00.

Thank you. The gateway fitted was a brand new one. I don't know which revision, unfortunately. I'd only be able to provide a part number here, which I suspect is unlikely to be of any use. 🤔

Hi all, Seems like the CD player on my OEM head unit has given up the ghost. So I'm looking to replace it with a single DIN Alpine unit. I've read through other posts where the author has stated issues with drained batteries, switched lives becoming seemingly permanent etc, and just wondered if there's anything I need to know before I order the new unit. In my mind, and having fitted a ton of aftermarket head units in older vehicles in the past, it should just be a plug and play scenario. But I fear it won't be that simple! For reference, my car is a 2006 model with no stalk/wheel controls for the stereo. It's also had the CANBUS Controller replaced within the last few months. Not sure if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance!