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DAB + retrofit.
So i already have DAB in my 8 (4E Feb 2010 VIN production date), but i have to upgrade to DAB+ since Norway is shutting down the DAB and FM network and migrating totally to DAB+.
So i want to get a DAB+ system that just show up as a new waveband or just replaces the old DAB waveband, not one that i have to access as a "Media unit". What is the best way to go here? I have seen that Kaufatec sell unit for €569 that i guess is a "OEM" unit or something, but i hope that it's a more cost effective way to get the wanted result. Thanks in advance guys. |
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Strangely that actually made the BBC news here in the UK today.
Is it worth asking Audi? This is something that has been planned for a while and they must know about and have to deal with?
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2003 D2 FL S8. Irish Green Pearl/Beige. Solar sunroof, auto-dim mirrors, electric rear seat functions and extended leather. Ski hatch retrofit. Aftermarket reversing camera. DVB-T and XCarlink now removed as redundant. 2016 Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country (4WD) with ALL the toys including adaptive cruise etc. etc. Osmium Grey with Blonde/Charcoal leather interior. Polestar performance "optimisation". (A much rarer model than a D2 S8 by the way!) Oh, and a brand new engine at just under 30,000 miles on the factory one! Finally: gone, but not forgotten..... 1998 D2 PF S8. Agate Grey/Platinum. Every option (I think) except electric rear seats, Tiptronic steering wheel, ski hatch, towbar & dimming door mirrors. e.g. Cruise control, NavPlus/TV, Bose, GSM, Xenons, Solar roof, Parking sensors, Alcantara/leather everywhere of course. (internal dimming mirror added later) 1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon. Added Auto-dim mirror, Leather seats, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer. And before that a lot of Rover 800s, a few oddities, a lovely Triumph Dolomite 1850HL with Overdrive and way back in my schooldays an Austin Seven aka Mini 850! |
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I think your old radio is 4E0035061D
The part number used in other MMI 3G models with DAB+such as Q5 is 4G0035061J and it has a fibre MOST bus. Hopefully it is a straight awap on the MMI 3G A8 too but have a look at your old one and see what the connections look like, are they the same? Last edited by snapdragon; 11th January 2017 at 11:01 AM. |
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I will contact Audi Norway if don't get "clear" way to go from you guy's. But knowing Audi Norway i don't have to high hopes Quote:
EDIT: After googling 4G0035061J, the pic's coming up is just like the expensive alternative Kaufatec offers: https://www.kufatec.de/shop/en/oem-p...trofitting-vw1 How are you guy's in UK doing it? Or is both FM and regular DAB still going good so this ain't a problem being dealt with yet? Last edited by Exerqtor; 11th January 2017 at 12:00 PM. |
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Good old FM is still alive and well here, can't see it going either despite various "interested parties" promoting DAB heavily - it's just rubbish reception in too many places.
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2003 D2 FL S8. Irish Green Pearl/Beige. Solar sunroof, auto-dim mirrors, electric rear seat functions and extended leather. Ski hatch retrofit. Aftermarket reversing camera. DVB-T and XCarlink now removed as redundant. 2016 Volvo V40 T5 Cross Country (4WD) with ALL the toys including adaptive cruise etc. etc. Osmium Grey with Blonde/Charcoal leather interior. Polestar performance "optimisation". (A much rarer model than a D2 S8 by the way!) Oh, and a brand new engine at just under 30,000 miles on the factory one! Finally: gone, but not forgotten..... 1998 D2 PF S8. Agate Grey/Platinum. Every option (I think) except electric rear seats, Tiptronic steering wheel, ski hatch, towbar & dimming door mirrors. e.g. Cruise control, NavPlus/TV, Bose, GSM, Xenons, Solar roof, Parking sensors, Alcantara/leather everywhere of course. (internal dimming mirror added later) 1998 (very early) Ford Focus 1.8 Zetec; ABS/TCS, Heated screen/mirrors, Aircon. Added Auto-dim mirror, Leather seats, Trip computer, Cruise control, OEM Ford SatNav with CD changer. And before that a lot of Rover 800s, a few oddities, a lovely Triumph Dolomite 1850HL with Overdrive and way back in my schooldays an Austin Seven aka Mini 850! |
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There has been no DAB+ apart from a few local test transmissions in the past but the first three proper ones are launched on March 1st 2017. |
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But hey, what to do Would at least love to achieve a "stock" config without dishing out €600 + freight and import taxes |
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Unit it self isn't that expensive second hand, £200-£250
Just checked with my supplier
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2006 D3 S8 5.2 V10 Ceramic Brakes, Bang&Olufsen, DTV, DAB, Rear Camera, BT, TPMS, Soft Close, Auto Boot, AMI , 4 Zone AC, Home Link, All Electric Blinds, Fingerprint, Ski Hatch, Black Extended Leather, Heated Sport Seats, Alacantra, Carbon Trim inc Aluminium Pack 2. 2015 A3 S line 1.4 TFSI - for the missus to keep her away from my car. Standard S-line equipment, no extras. 2006 D3 A8 3.7 V8 - SOLD but not forgotten |
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Interesting, so your saying you could possibly help me get hold on a second hand WORKING original DAB+ unit?
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Triple check the part number, let me know and I will get on it.
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2006 D3 S8 5.2 V10 Ceramic Brakes, Bang&Olufsen, DTV, DAB, Rear Camera, BT, TPMS, Soft Close, Auto Boot, AMI , 4 Zone AC, Home Link, All Electric Blinds, Fingerprint, Ski Hatch, Black Extended Leather, Heated Sport Seats, Alacantra, Carbon Trim inc Aluminium Pack 2. 2015 A3 S line 1.4 TFSI - for the missus to keep her away from my car. Standard S-line equipment, no extras. 2006 D3 A8 3.7 V8 - SOLD but not forgotten |
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