So, I've spent some time looking at aftermarket HU's because I want to gain bluetooth capability, and after watching a demo of AndroidAuto, I've decided that will eventually be the functionality I want to have in the car, because my phone is my primary hub when travelling for NAV and music.
I've found that it requires some extensive install adapters to keep steering controls, and now I've found that I may actually be able to retain rear seat entertainment functionality (while not an issue currently, I do plan on having the vehicle a while, and maybe eventually there will be children).
Here's what I'm looking to keep / upgrade :
I don't want to get to a point where I'm hooking up adapters for other adapters, and I really don't want to have to take the dash off more than I have to. I have a bad habit of breaking plastic parts.
thanks for the info!
I've found that it requires some extensive install adapters to keep steering controls, and now I've found that I may actually be able to retain rear seat entertainment functionality (while not an issue currently, I do plan on having the vehicle a while, and maybe eventually there will be children).
Here's what I'm looking to keep / upgrade :
- HU with Bluetooth (ones with AndroidAuto and AppleCarPlay utilize USB connections, so I will use male to fmale adapters and mount the ports into the dash)
- Rear Seat Entertainment. While the current screen and setup will eventually be replaced, I want to retain use of it.
- Better Speakers, Better or additional subwoofer, and I imagine this means changing the AMP as well, because it would need more power, or more outputs?
- Retain all original functionality, and look stock (because I don't want it broken into)
- Backup Camera display in HU / DVD playback on HU. For safety or entertainment, respectively.
I don't want to get to a point where I'm hooking up adapters for other adapters, and I really don't want to have to take the dash off more than I have to. I have a bad habit of breaking plastic parts.
thanks for the info!