Audio/Navigation/Steering Wheel
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Racer
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From: Marana, AZ
Audio/Navigation/Steering Wheel
I am reading some other threads about adding the steering wheel controls and think I have it but want to be sure. I have an 06 Base Z51 w/ 6sp Manual. I already have the following installed.
AVIC-7100NEX with back up camera. I intend to install a second camera on the front for curb parking.
To have steering wheel controls I am to understand I will need the steering wheel with the controls and the rp-gm11 from Pac Audio.
If that is all there is to it, the installation seems pretty straight forward. I plan to get a steering wheel with the phone controls on the left as well. Initially I had wanted to have those function as intended for calls but now I am not sure if I would not rather leave as is so I can source the camera from the steering wheel while parking or mute the radio at a drive up, etc.
I was also trying to understand the HUD function for Navigation. Will the rp-gm11 restore that function to the Heads Up display as well? The Pioneer head unit was in it when I purchased it so I have no idea if this function worked with the factory head unit or if it was available in 06 but would be a nice added bonus.
Still trying to find the power activation of the walk up circuit. The circuit that tells the car a fob is present and allows you the keyless entry.
AVIC-7100NEX with back up camera. I intend to install a second camera on the front for curb parking.
To have steering wheel controls I am to understand I will need the steering wheel with the controls and the rp-gm11 from Pac Audio.
If that is all there is to it, the installation seems pretty straight forward. I plan to get a steering wheel with the phone controls on the left as well. Initially I had wanted to have those function as intended for calls but now I am not sure if I would not rather leave as is so I can source the camera from the steering wheel while parking or mute the radio at a drive up, etc.
I was also trying to understand the HUD function for Navigation. Will the rp-gm11 restore that function to the Heads Up display as well? The Pioneer head unit was in it when I purchased it so I have no idea if this function worked with the factory head unit or if it was available in 06 but would be a nice added bonus.
Still trying to find the power activation of the walk up circuit. The circuit that tells the car a fob is present and allows you the keyless entry.
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2016
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From: Somewhere in the middle of Kansas
I am reading some other threads about adding the steering wheel controls and think I have it but want to be sure. I have an 06 Base Z51 w/ 6sp Manual. I already have the following installed.
AVIC-7100NEX with back up camera. I intend to install a second camera on the front for curb parking.
To have steering wheel controls I am to understand I will need the steering wheel with the controls and the rp-gm11 from Pac Audio.
If that is all there is to it, the installation seems pretty straight forward. I plan to get a steering wheel with the phone controls on the left as well. Initially I had wanted to have those function as intended for calls but now I am not sure if I would not rather leave as is so I can source the camera from the steering wheel while parking or mute the radio at a drive up, etc.
I was also trying to understand the HUD function for Navigation. Will the rp-gm11 restore that function to the Heads Up display as well? The Pioneer head unit was in it when I purchased it so I have no idea if this function worked with the factory head unit or if it was available in 06 but would be a nice added bonus.
Still trying to find the power activation of the walk up circuit. The circuit that tells the car a fob is present and allows you the keyless entry.
AVIC-7100NEX with back up camera. I intend to install a second camera on the front for curb parking.
To have steering wheel controls I am to understand I will need the steering wheel with the controls and the rp-gm11 from Pac Audio.
If that is all there is to it, the installation seems pretty straight forward. I plan to get a steering wheel with the phone controls on the left as well. Initially I had wanted to have those function as intended for calls but now I am not sure if I would not rather leave as is so I can source the camera from the steering wheel while parking or mute the radio at a drive up, etc.
I was also trying to understand the HUD function for Navigation. Will the rp-gm11 restore that function to the Heads Up display as well? The Pioneer head unit was in it when I purchased it so I have no idea if this function worked with the factory head unit or if it was available in 06 but would be a nice added bonus.
Still trying to find the power activation of the walk up circuit. The circuit that tells the car a fob is present and allows you the keyless entry.
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 1,820
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From: Somewhere in the middle of Kansas
Sorry! It is an Axxess wireless remote steering wheel control that should interface with your 7100. This is a link to that product: https://www.sonicelectronix.com/item...S7qxoCJN3w_wcB
It works great on my system so thought that might be a solution for you. I don't know if mine will control phone functions as I haven't tried it while using the phone. It says you can remap the button functions but not sure if it will do what you need it to. You may need a more sophisticated device. Sorry if this didn't answer all your questions.
It works great on my system so thought that might be a solution for you. I don't know if mine will control phone functions as I haven't tried it while using the phone. It says you can remap the button functions but not sure if it will do what you need it to. You may need a more sophisticated device. Sorry if this didn't answer all your questions.
Last edited by 02BlownZ06; May 11, 2017 at 01:08 PM.
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Racer
Joined: Feb 2017
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From: Marana, AZ
Thanks but it is really not something I am looking for. I am purchasing a wheel with the controls in it already. The PAC Audio controller interfaces with them. I just want to make sure I have everything before I start taking things apart as this is my DD also.
