TV head unit

Devilish · 7th May 2009, 10:37

I am thinking of replacing the factory cd player with a tv/satnav head unit, does anyone know what is required in addition to the head unit itself or aditional wiring, it will primarily be theTV, I prefer to use my own satnav that I keep charged at work

Or can someone recommend a good aftermarket one, bearing in mind that the factory unit wil be re fitted if my next 75 does not have one, or if it is a superior aftermarket model.

I have read things like "the TV only works when the car is stationary" and " the system is not digital"

Thanks

StevenWilliams · 7th May 2009, 10:42

Are you thinking of a OEM TV installation? The reason I ask is it's a lot of work to do, a lot of parts to buy for just a TV.

You'd be better off getting a aftermarket system like this.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DOUBLE-DIN-CAR...mZ180347075933

or a single DIN unit like this

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1011-7-LCD-IN-...mZ120415609514

Much easier and cheaper.

StevenWilliams · 7th May 2009, 10:50

I believe this is an upgraded version of the one my mate has and he replaced the mapping software with Tom Tom.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ONE-DIN-7-CAR-...mZ260404567687

The benefit of his one is he also added a wireless card and can sync with his home PC from outside just as if it was a PDA.

Devilish · 8th May 2009, 05:49

Thanks Steven, I have looked into it further and OEM does seem a lot of agro for outdated tech. I like the double DIN, but MP3 and SD card support is quite essential. I am also unsure about the units being analogue, and will have to find out if the dash will acommodate aftermarket double DIN units. I imagine OEM double DIN must not take up much room due to most of the components being nstalled elswhere in the cabin and boot. I am sure I read a thread on here from a member who has done this with a black ash facia, will try and find it again. I am only going to do it once so need to make the right choice, thanks for pointing the items out.

moonstoneboy · 8th May 2009, 07:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by StevenWilliams

I believe this is an upgraded version of the one my mate has and he replaced the mapping software with Tom Tom.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ONE-DIN-7-CAR-...mZ260404567687

The benefit of his one is he also added a wireless card and can sync with his home PC from outside just as if it was a PDA.

Steven

I have wondered how units such as these, where the 'screen' comes out fares with the eyebrow

Paul

Parker · 8th May 2009, 07:59

I bought one of these http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Car-Freeview-D...3A2%7C294%3A50 very cheap option just £40.00 & it connects directly into the DVD player I have installed via an AV socket. Screens front & back give the viewers (not the driver mind!!) the option to watch TV or DVD at the same time on either screen.

The reception & quality is excellent (of course it will depend on Freeview reception in your area).

Devilish · 8th May 2009, 22:13

I have decied against the handbrake connecting watch when you are stationary penalty point and fine risking front player malarky. Have decided to buy 2 replacement headrests with built in dvd players, with SD card and MP3 suport, and a freeview tuner. Anyone who wants to watch TV or dvd can sit in the back (except the driver). Thinking of adapting a facia to fit my widescren satnav into the front

7th May 2009, 10:37	#1
Devilish Been round the block 75 Tourer Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cannock Posts: 4,126 Thanks: 3 Thanked 189 Times in 121 Posts	TV head unit I am thinking of replacing the factory cd player with a tv/satnav head unit, does anyone know what is required in addition to the head unit itself or aditional wiring, it will primarily be theTV, I prefer to use my own satnav that I keep charged at work Or can someone recommend a good aftermarket one, bearing in mind that the factory unit wil be re fitted if my next 75 does not have one, or if it is a superior aftermarket model. I have read things like "the TV only works when the car is stationary" and " the system is not digital" Thanks __________________ If at first you don't succeed, hide the evidence Last edited by Devilish; 7th May 2009 at 10:44..

7th May 2009, 10:42	#2
StevenWilliams This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon 2.5 V6 British Racing Green. 81,000 miles and counting Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Crawley, West Sussex Posts: 6,183 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Are you thinking of a OEM TV installation? The reason I ask is it's a lot of work to do, a lot of parts to buy for just a TV. You'd be better off getting a aftermarket system like this. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/DOUBLE-DIN-CAR...mZ180347075933 or a single DIN unit like this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1011-7-LCD-IN-...mZ120415609514 Much easier and cheaper. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 2000 Club SE. British Racing Green. MEMBER NUMBER: MMMDCCXXVI Looking for: 7 seater

7th May 2009, 10:50	#3
StevenWilliams This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon 2.5 V6 British Racing Green. 81,000 miles and counting Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Crawley, West Sussex Posts: 6,183 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	I believe this is an upgraded version of the one my mate has and he replaced the mapping software with Tom Tom. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ONE-DIN-7-CAR-...mZ260404567687 The benefit of his one is he also added a wireless card and can sync with his home PC from outside just as if it was a PDA. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 2000 Club SE. British Racing Green. MEMBER NUMBER: MMMDCCXXVI Looking for: 7 seater

8th May 2009, 05:49	#4
Devilish Been round the block 75 Tourer Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cannock Posts: 4,126 Thanks: 3 Thanked 189 Times in 121 Posts	Thanks Steven, I have looked into it further and OEM does seem a lot of agro for outdated tech. I like the double DIN, but MP3 and SD card support is quite essential. I am also unsure about the units being analogue, and will have to find out if the dash will acommodate aftermarket double DIN units. I imagine OEM double DIN must not take up much room due to most of the components being nstalled elswhere in the cabin and boot. I am sure I read a thread on here from a member who has done this with a black ash facia, will try and find it again. I am only going to do it once so need to make the right choice, thanks for pointing the items out. __________________ If at first you don't succeed, hide the evidence

8th May 2009, 22:13	#7
Devilish Been round the block 75 Tourer Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cannock Posts: 4,126 Thanks: 3 Thanked 189 Times in 121 Posts	I have decied against the handbrake connecting watch when you are stationary penalty point and fine risking front player malarky. Have decided to buy 2 replacement headrests with built in dvd players, with SD card and MP3 suport, and a freeview tuner. Anyone who wants to watch TV or dvd can sit in the back (except the driver). Thinking of adapting a facia to fit my widescren satnav into the front __________________ If at first you don't succeed, hide the evidence