Fast Cop

I am getting ready to pull the trigger on a DD setup and just started looking into the Idatalink Maestro RR to interface with my 04 Z06. Is anyone running one of these in a C5? If so how hard was it to hook up and are you satistified with it? Thanks for any feedback.

markcz

I could be wrong, but in a C5 I don't think the Maestro interface will give you any more features than the significantly less expensive ROEM-Vet1.

You only really need an interface if you have all stock speakers, if you have an aftermarket amp then no interface is required for a new radio.

0Double D Mods

No RR available for any Generation Corvette at this time

Fast Cop

Thanks. That helps narrow down the HU's I was looking at.

undertaker

on a side note, it worked awesome when I put an alpine x009 head unit into my 07 suburban....great people to work with on the phone when I had some headaches wth the install.

0Double D Mods

I have a Killer deal on the X009

We also make the bezel for the Xoo8u for the C5 as well

The X009 wont fit a C5

undertaker

I actually shot you an email a few weeks back for prices never heard back

Got it local for 2100 for the GM1 kit.

0Double D Mods

only 2 emails came in for a X009 and both customers purchased.
So I am sorry i do not have an email.

GM1 when you CALL is 1899.99
GM2 is 2099.99

undertaker

darn thats a good price, wish it would have went thru probably could have saved a few bucks on everything else too I bet

ColoradoZ51

I am considering an installation of the Pioneer Avic-8200NEX in my 2007 Corvette Coupe which is a 3LT and presently has Bose, Nav, SiriusXM, etc. I see that this new Pioneer 8200 has OBD connectivity but I cannot figure out how or if it will work with my Corvette. When I checked on the Idatalink site for their RR unit there was no Corvette available in any year. This seems odd because, as we know, these cars already offer a ton of data so clearly the sensors are already there. It would just be nice to see it on the color screen (I think). I don't see why they would not be accessible by a 3d party interface. Is there an alternative to Idatalink that would create a proper connection to the 8200 head and provide this data as I have seen in Pioneers advertising? Are they suggesting that some knucklehead in his mini-van can see this stuff and WE can't? What's wrong with that picture

0Double D Mods

No firmware available to flash the Maestro for the C6. So using the Maestro is not an option other than the SW control module.

ColoradoZ51

Thanks, Dennis. Is there any alternative... a way for the data to show up on the 8200? If not I guess the 8100 would be the way to go (and save a few bucks) as the OBD connectivity seems to be the only difference between the two units.

0Double D Mods

no
both the 8100 and 8200 are pretty much the same...

Just an FYI
We have had a ton of problems with both radios as well. So MAKE SURE YOU BUY FROM AN AUTHORIZED DEALER or you will have issues if you one of the unlucky ones.

Pioneer has recently switched the warranty

yes authorized dealers will honor the 1 year warranty
However now anything after 30 days of purchase the radio MUST be sent to Pioneer for repair. NO more swapping units for new ones with someone like myself after 30 days like we used to do.

ColoradoZ51

I appreciate the heads-ups. I had hoped that their issues had been address with firmware updates. I may need to reconsider because the last thing i need is a buggy head unit. My needs are not too complicated: I want a clean unit that offers solid Nav, Android Auto, SiriusXM connectivity and a bright LARGE screen. The higher the screen res the better for my liking. Any suggestions? I'm not a teenager and i don't care about 90% of the crap and bloat-ware that they try to pack into this new units.

0Double D Mods

Kenwood DNX893S
Will be best unit on the market
Kenwood still hopes for approval this week from Apple on the Carplay licensing

WORTH the wait.

ColoradoZ51

I was looking into that unit but passed due to it being unavailable and the fact that it was so new it had no reviews or track history. If it's worth the wait I guess I'll sit tight. Feel free to drop me a note if they become available through you. Thanks again for your insight, Dennis.

0Double D Mods

I have played with them and they are so nice. The Linux based operating system is extremely quick for not only startup but overall use.

The hold up has been with Apple. So should be hearing something any day

ColoradoZ51

I am willing to give it a try once it's available. If you would, please let me know when you have them in stock and we'll go from there. By the way; I like the idea of being able to integrate a K40 radar unit with. This sounds like a great feature!

Thanks again.
Pete

0Double D Mods

you will see the Escort stuff as an option soon. While at CES it was brought to the attention of Escort about K40 being used and they were not to happy and wanted to be a part of it as well lol

Only problem is you have to use the MAestro to integrate the radar