Originally Posted by AVATT

Finally, I have to weigh in as well on the posts in which some become self appointed leo's and moral authorities. Some presume that those with these interfaces have them solely for the purpose of video in motion. They are incorrect. In my case it is for the purpose of being able to control the menus and view what I am calling up on the OEM screen. The rear entertainment system otherwise (which is for my small children) would have to be controlled from a passenger in the back actually viewing the rear screens (my children are to young to use the controls). It is for the convenience of viewing the menus if I am alone with my small children (while driving) that I chose this interface.

Moreover, I have to challenge these premises. It seems acceptable to some that you scroll thru endless screens in the I-drive for comfort, climate, NAV, entertainment and commo for minutes on end. Yet, viewing video is somehow different? All of these are distractions. That is why the safe and effective driver utilizes a scan technique which allows for viewing information- speed, fuel and yes the I-drive standard functions inside the cabin with the road and environment outside the cabin.

I have been to numerous safety courses, both auto and aviation and am trained in C3RM (Crew/cockpit/Cabin resource management as well as licensed to practice law in Illinois so I am fully aware of the law and the attendant risks and get a little incensed at those who feel the need to pontificate on the law and the presumed behavior or motivations of others.