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Raistlin · 23rd October 2007, 08:48

Found the first and only thing I don't like about this unit today

With the audio source set to RADIO, the TOMTOM voice commands are given in the driver's side front speaker only, whilst the radio continues in all the other speakers.

When USB source is selected, the TOMTOM voice commands mute the remaining speakers whilst giving instructions.
Perverse and illogical, IMO but not a major cause for concern and certainly not spoiling my enjoyment of the unit as a whole.

Raistlin · 23rd October 2007, 19:50

Good news

Steering wheel controls adaptor now on it's way from the USA thanks to Eammon's detective work.

All I need to decide now is whether to use the frequency adjuster or not.

CDTi · 23rd October 2007, 20:02

Quote:

Originally Posted by Raistlin

All I need to decide now is whether to use the frequency adjuster or not.

Have you driven about in the car much with the HU fitted? Just wondering about the radio reception.

Raistlin · 23rd October 2007, 21:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDTi

Have you driven about in the car much with the HU fitted? Just wondering about the radio reception.

Perfectly satisfactory on Radio 3 Eammon.

VERY occasionally crackly on ClassicFM but not sure whether that is the slight frequency mis-match or not

Raistlin · 25th October 2007, 11:46

I slightly modified the fascia panel I had previously used for my Alpine setup and, because of its design, there was no trouble with securing the Eclipse in place.

The image has been slightly over exposed to show the detail under the brow panel.

There is a lip around the Eclipse which butts up against the back of the fascia panel at the top where it fits closely and with a little cutting and shaping at the back, it fits perfectly.

I know the Eclipse looks a little less than level but this was a Q and D installation just to make sure that it worked. The skew is purely down to the less than tidy cables behind the unit

Clearly, the problem now would be for somebody skilled in the arcane arts of filling and spraying to work their magic and I think it would look pretty much spot on.

The gap at the top cannot be seen when seated in the car with the brow panel fitted but is vital to allow access to the CD slot.

This next picture is of the panel which Geraint kindly sent me to try.

At first glance it look good but there are problems.

The panel cannot accommodate the head unit and sit properly in the centre console. The top of the fascia panel doesn't lie flush and looks odd.

It would take an awful lot of work to measure and manufacture brackets to hold it in place. It is simply a plate and has no fixings at all

.

The biggest concern though, is that when you tilt the front panel of the Eclipse, either for preference or to gain access to the CD slot, it flips the fascia panel out. If the panel was secured, it would then jam the Eclipse mechanism.

So, nice as it initially looks, I am sticking with plan A for the moment.

Therefore, are there any wizards of filler out there willing to accept a commission to complete my fascia panel please?

It would be a simple job (I've been told)

Beer tokens and undying admiration would, of course, be available

Raistlin · 26th October 2007, 19:53

Hmm

It seems I am not the only club member with one of these

CDTi · 26th October 2007, 20:12

Ahem

Raistlin · 26th October 2007, 20:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by CDTi

Ahem

I dunno - some people just cannot make a decision

CDTi · 8th November 2007, 19:28

My second

Eclipse unit has arrived and here are a few pics of a dry fit with the BMW bezel:

I purchased a second unit because of a device from New Zealand - more info on all that as I fit it.

I haven't mounted the HU properly yet or fixed it to the bezel but will report back here.

Raistlin · 8th November 2007, 19:30

That looks good Eammon

Hopefully we'll have all the ancillary problems solved soon as well

25th October 2007, 11:46	#105
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	I slightly modified the fascia panel I had previously used for my Alpine setup and, because of its design, there was no trouble with securing the Eclipse in place. The image has been slightly over exposed to show the detail under the brow panel. There is a lip around the Eclipse which butts up against the back of the fascia panel at the top where it fits closely and with a little cutting and shaping at the back, it fits perfectly. I know the Eclipse looks a little less than level but this was a Q and D installation just to make sure that it worked. The skew is purely down to the less than tidy cables behind the unit Clearly, the problem now would be for somebody skilled in the arcane arts of filling and spraying to work their magic and I think it would look pretty much spot on. The gap at the top cannot be seen when seated in the car with the brow panel fitted but is vital to allow access to the CD slot. This next picture is of the panel which Geraint kindly sent me to try. At first glance it look good but there are problems. The panel cannot accommodate the head unit and sit properly in the centre console. The top of the fascia panel doesn't lie flush and looks odd. It would take an awful lot of work to measure and manufacture brackets to hold it in place. It is simply a plate and has no fixings at all . The biggest concern though, is that when you tilt the front panel of the Eclipse, either for preference or to gain access to the CD slot, it flips the fascia panel out. If the panel was secured, it would then jam the Eclipse mechanism. So, nice as it initially looks, I am sticking with plan A for the moment. Therefore, are there any wizards of filler out there willing to accept a commission to complete my fascia panel please? It would be a simple job (I've been told) Beer tokens and undying admiration would, of course, be available Last edited by Raistlin; 25th October 2007 at 14:34..

26th October 2007, 20:12	#107
CDTi This is my second home No longer in the MGR club Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tipperary Posts: 3,933 Thanks: 35 Thanked 51 Times in 35 Posts	Ahem __________________ 'Tis better to be silent and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

8th November 2007, 19:28	#109
CDTi This is my second home No longer in the MGR club Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Tipperary Posts: 3,933 Thanks: 35 Thanked 51 Times in 35 Posts	My second Eclipse unit has arrived and here are a few pics of a dry fit with the BMW bezel: I purchased a second unit because of a device from New Zealand - more info on all that as I fit it. I haven't mounted the HU properly yet or fixed it to the bezel but will report back here. __________________ 'Tis better to be silent and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

23rd October 2007, 08:48	#101
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Found the first and only thing I don't like about this unit today With the audio source set to RADIO, the TOMTOM voice commands are given in the driver's side front speaker only, whilst the radio continues in all the other speakers. When USB source is selected, the TOMTOM voice commands mute the remaining speakers whilst giving instructions. Perverse and illogical, IMO but not a major cause for concern and certainly not spoiling my enjoyment of the unit as a whole.

23rd October 2007, 19:50	#102
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Good news Steering wheel controls adaptor now on it's way from the USA thanks to Eammon's detective work. All I need to decide now is whether to use the frequency adjuster or not.

26th October 2007, 19:53	#106
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Hmm It seems I am not the only club member with one of these

8th November 2007, 19:30	#110
Raistlin Banned 75 CDT Connoisseur SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Wolverhampton Posts: 8,450 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	That looks good Eammon Hopefully we'll have all the ancillary problems solved soon as well