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Forum: Navigation System 06-22-2014, 12:09 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
When I changed my DVD drive about 2 years ago I...

When I changed my DVD drive about 2 years ago I bougt a
BMW part number 65 83 9 273 194

Even if it is marked with DVD-M5 instead of DVD-M3 4.6.
This drive works perfect.

So I am a little bit...
Forum: Navigation System 04-09-2013, 12:13 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
Your welcome. The two solder bridges are to...

Your welcome.
The two solder bridges are to protect the pick-up from ESD (electrostatic discharge). As soon as the laser unit is assembled in the DVD drive / MK4 the ESD problem no longer exists.
Forum: Navigation System 01-05-2013, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,755
Posted By Didi
Are you shure you have the correct version of the...

Are you shure you have the correct version of the 2012 disc.
You need the HIGH version. Not the professional.
Forum: Navigation System 10-11-2012, 02:17 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
I bougt a new DVD drive 65839273194 yesterday...

I bougt a new DVD drive 65839273194 yesterday here in Germany.
Even if the new model is called M5 (not longer M3 4.6) it works perfect in my MK4.
The price was about 84 euros. I had to give back...
Forum: Navigation System 05-25-2012, 02:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,401
Posted By Didi
No. It is impossible to use the DVD drive in an...

No. It is impossible to use the DVD drive in an MK3 at all.
I recommend to buy a MK4 unit at e**y. You will love it. The difference to MK3 is big.
Forum: Navigation System 02-27-2012, 08:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,050
Posted By Didi
As you do not need the TV module any longer...

As you do not need the TV module any longer (analog TV is switched off) you may disconnect the TV module and connect the Monitor to the MK4 directly.
Forum: Navigation System 11-03-2011, 06:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,210
Posted By Didi
V32

V32
Forum: Navigation System 10-25-2011, 04:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,326
Posted By Didi
usually he will be asked to asked to insert the...

usually he will be asked to asked to insert the key-CD after the OS cd auto ejects before the system reboots.
Forum: Navigation System 10-24-2011, 07:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,326
Posted By Didi
What was the SW version you had before? V17 or...

What was the SW version you had before? V17 or smaller. If yes you need the key-CD to activate the spitscreen option.
Forum: Navigation System 09-30-2011, 02:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,336
Posted By Didi
The update usually starts after about 2 minutes....

The update usually starts after about 2 minutes. How long did you wait?
Did you burn the CD in mode2 with the slowest speed ?
The message "software wird geladen"means " software will be loaded".
Forum: Navigation System 08-15-2011, 05:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,820
Posted By Didi
Is your car equipped with a TV module? If yes...

Is your car equipped with a TV module? If yes this module may also cause the problem.

Btw. the exchange of the nav computer (MK3 -> MK 4) is just plug and play.
Don't you know anybody around you...
Forum: Navigation System 06-29-2011, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,032
Posted By Didi
Do you have a TV module? If yes it might be...

Do you have a TV module? If yes it might be defect.
Is the display working for radio mode?
Forum: Navigation System 05-15-2011, 09:18 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
Your welcome. You're from switzerland? Propably...

Your welcome.
You're from switzerland? Propably it would have been easier for you to read my DIY in German:
Tausch der Lasereinheit beim BMW MK4-Navigationsrechner - BMW-Treff Forum...
Forum: Navigation System 05-13-2011, 08:41 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
confirmed!

confirmed!
Forum: Navigation System 04-27-2011, 01:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,866
Posted By Didi
known problem. I usually tilt my head a little...

known problem. I usually tilt my head a little bit to my right sholder. Looks a bit funny for other passengers but it works.
Forum: Navigation System 03-17-2011, 03:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,572
Posted By Didi
.. or replace the laser unit. I wrote a DIY for...

.. or replace the laser unit.
I wrote a DIY for the change. See here:http://www.xoutpost.com/electronics/navigation-system/53560-diy-changing-laser-unit-mk4-sat-nav-unit.html
Forum: Navigation System 01-18-2011, 10:46 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
Disconnecting the battery is not necessary. ...

Disconnecting the battery is not necessary.
You'll disconnect the power of the MK4 by removing the two plugs as mentioned in my decription.
You may use four adequate nails instead of using the...
Forum: Navigation System 11-13-2010, 06:00 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
I know that there is a laser unit with a...

I know that there is a laser unit with a different ribbon cable but I never tried this kind of laser unit.
I think it will not work because there might be a mechanical problem during the laser unit...
Forum: Navigation System 07-01-2010, 04:03 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
@snoopyone: your welcome. I work in the...

@snoopyone: your welcome.
I work in the electronic development. Therefore I could use all our equipment for desoldering. The soldering braid is mentioned for "everyone use"....

Regards from...
Forum: Navigation System 05-25-2010, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,756
Posted By Didi
o.k. Sorry. I did not read this thread before. ...

o.k. Sorry. I did not read this thread before.
I'm from Germany. If you need any assistance let me know...
Forum: Navigation System 05-25-2010, 05:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,756
Posted By Didi
The DVD drive may be exchanged seperately. Costs...

The DVD drive may be exchanged seperately. Costs about 120 to 140 Euros.
What ist the exact problem?
Forum: Navigation System 02-28-2010, 01:28 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
o.k. that sounds great. So after all you are...

o.k. that sounds great. So after all you are happy. Thats what counts. I wish you all the best with your "new" MK4.
Forum: Navigation System 02-10-2010, 08:56 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
Sorry to hear that :confused: I can confirm...

Sorry to hear that :confused:
I can confirm that the most difficult act is taking the soldering off the shielding plate, Lucky me. I'm working in a electronic manufacturing company.... We have all...
Forum: Navigation System 01-16-2010, 10:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,995
Posted By Didi
Until now I used the ones with the black cover...

Until now I used the ones with the black cover only.
I never tried one with a white cap. But keep in mind that you need the CD reading capabilty when you want to update your OS next time.
Forum: Navigation System 01-16-2010, 10:19 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 133,804
Posted By Didi
You can remove the solder bridges at any time. I...

You can remove the solder bridges at any time. I have no idea what these solder bridges are good for.
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