recommendations for dvd changer

[silkster]

Originally Posted by ghani

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one last question:

How doyou connect the video output of the DVD changer to the fron screen?

"I am not the resident audiophile like " El duderino

but I think the dvd ouput is connected to the video adapter that you will
need to purchase. Tv-on-nav sells a video adapter that allows you to view
dvd or ps2 on the front screen.

also you can contact Tom G. from EAS he may be able to help you out in that department.

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[drex]

3 known 'main line' ways to hook up video (more exist, however) in the US:

1) Nav TV

-OEM reprogrammed Tv/Video tuner that requires a cable and install near the radio unit; does not provide audio in via stereo (this may have changed); requires installer (I believe navtv.com does not sell direct anymore), and is now $$$$ as the price of OEM TV tuners has skyrocketed. cable is a bunch of shorter cables plugged together.

2) Tv on Nav

--requires OEM TV tuner. has a black box that plugs in between the tuner and the NAV system (also requires cable, though their cable is thinner and more insulated against noise); allows you a mono OR stereo input source to video (requires AUX in stereo adapter for stereo in). Works great, just like one, but slightly more flexible. $$$$ if you don't have the OEM tuner, otherwise $200 for the adapter to play video while car in motion and select AUX in stereo source

3) Tv on Nav's Video Input System

--does not require high priced OEM TV tuner module. plugs and plays.

check out: http://tvonnav.com/bmwrgb.html

BMW enthusiasts who want a simple video conversion that allows 2 video inputs can now purchase our TVonNAV
Video Input System. This video input system allows you to input any video signal into your navigation system.

This unit will accept a NTSC, PAL or SECAM input. The video input is controlled using a button on the navigation
screen. The second video input is automatically activated when a trigger wire receives a 12volt input.

***OUR SYSTEM DOES NOT REQUIRE A TOGGLE SWITCH OR SIMILAR METHOD OF ACTIVATION***

This is a project that can be completed yourself without special tools in just a couple of hours. The unit is installed
Plug and Play, with no cutting or splicing required. The entire installation is done near the navigation computer and
no wires or switched need to be run up to the front of the vehicle.

This unit is NOT compatible with the E60/61 5 Series, E63/64 6 Series, E65/66 7 Series or the new E90 3 Series.



Some pics showing units in action.

Cost: $499

Does not require OEM tuner. Has input in stereo... Requires separate TV tuner to receive TV. <- best $$$ option here.


All three rock.

I actually have the original NavTV module, and the TV on Nav module inline to allow stereo input via AUX adapter. I also have a Kenwood Sirius and Keg for MP3 through the Aux In adapter. My kenwood Sirius selector allows for an AUX in stereo source which I hooked up to the DVD stereo output.. its a built in switching system.... It rocks!

[drex]

oops doc--

my 10 disc DVD changer:


Kenwood KDV-C810



crutchfield has reburished ones for $699

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-drItYR9...p?i=613KDVC810

I payed $750 for mine new (special sale), but it was a deal (rare). it OEMs for $1000 I think.

[ghani]

Thanks drex for all the info...

[tdrag97]

Originally Posted by drex

3 known 'main line' ways to hook up video (more exist, however) in the US:


3) Tv on Nav's Video Input System

--does not require high priced OEM TV tuner module. plugs and plays.

check out: http://tvonnav.com/bmwrgb.html





Cost: $499

Does not require OEM tuner. Has input in stereo... Requires separate TV tuner to receive TV. <- best $$$ option here.

so Option 3 work directly up to the nav screen... no switch what so ever??? just plug and play? and this will get me TV and able me to plug up a DVD player?

[Dr_Smith]

hey guys I'm on this bandwagon again. Just missed an auction for an alpine DHA-S680 because they didn't accept out of country bids. But it got me to thinking - should I really be buying something that is discontinued and I might have trouble getting it serviced if there are problems?? I've had a look around for the Kenwood C810 but it's also hard to find. Not really sure what to do... buy a used model that is discontinued or buy something brand new and have give up on the Alpine. I don't think any stores would have a new alpine anymore as it's been discontinued for a few years now.... thoughts?

thanks

[el_duderino]

If it's from a reputable brand (Alpine/Kenwood), getting it serviced should not be an issue.

I exclude the Sony 10-disc DVD changer as I mentioned above.

[drex]

yes its plug and play.

does not give you TV broadcast reception, but gives you two composite (RCA) video input sources.