I agree. Unfortunately, I don't good pictures since I haven't managed to get it working on my X but I hope with your guys help I will. Any thought is appreciated.

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fmugur, where did you order this unit? And try to find a local auto sound/alarm shop and ask them if they can figure it out and help you to install your new GPS. I glad to see it's working for you.

I recommend that you move forward and connect all the wires that you have already identified. Sometimes manufacturers add extra wires for various functions such as motorized antennas, etc. I would not worry about the brown wire for now. Does the installation manual identify this wire? If not I would contact the seller and have them I.D. the wire. It might be a ground wire.

Got my Dynavin E39 yesterday! Installation was a bit more difficult since i was winging it with removing the radio, trim door, fishing the wires etc.
I think the fitment is really nice, very similar to OEM unit. As far as interface and functions, i have mixed feelings...
It takes a bit getting used to navigating around, but is easy enough once you figure everything out. For the most part, the interface looks really nice, with the exception of the iPod interface and USB, looks a little generic and "Windows mobile" and lacks the aesthetics of an iPod or iPhone OS.
I also like the Navigation as well, looks good and works well. The voice speaks on the front speakers while music continues to play in the rear.

As far as issues... i have a couple of big issues as the moment, and not sure if they are install related or not.
1) I can't get the iPod controls to work at all. It shows my iPod but won't let me navigate to the music. I've tried an older iPod video, a Nano, and my iphone. I'm wondering if the BMW "Aux" from my previous OEM radio which is still wired into the main harness has anything to do with it?

2) I cannot get the bluetooth to connect at all. My iPhone (4) won't find the radio and vice versa. Is it not compatible with the latest iPhone?!

3) I've plugged in a USB flash drive and that seems to work ok. Although sometimes it freezes up trying to navigate. I suspect this could be a flash drive brand issue perhaps.

4) The radio is LOUD, i mean really loud. Unfortunately, this is just the "fm radio". Volume on #3 is normal, 4 and 5 it starts getting loud. Above that, is rockin. This is a minor annoyance because if you are going from the USB or CD, etc back to Radio, its twice the volume of the other modes. There's no volume scale, you go from soft to LOUD in 2 clicks.

I'm really annoyed at the bluetooth and the ipod not working right now, 2 of the functions i want the most. I'm going to uninstall the OEM "Aux" jack and see if that fixes the ipod issue. But i don't see what is going to help the bluetooth. I'll update if things change. I'll also post a few pics as well.

The big question I have is does it work with the display in the dash?

It looks very nice, but where did you purchase it? As the Dynavin site does not allow you to buy.

Like i said previously in this thread, i jumped on at just the right time when Bimmian.com had them in stock. It was their first shipment and they sold out really fast. I would call Steve at Bimmian and ask him when they expect to get more.

It does not display anything on the dash, nor on the radio itself. And i don't think it ever will.

Thanks!!

I have read these post with great interest.
And have decided to upgrade with this unit.

| BMW Headunit Upgrade | Navigation retrofit | e46 | e53 x5 | E39 | E38

If I am going to toss money at my crappy dsp system I figure I will swap the head unit before I do a BSW upgrade.

the HU is a bit more expensive than the Dynavin or Hauligan but you get your odbc functions on the head unit screen.

The company has been doing sound upgrades for the BMW's and other cars for a while now.
Only thing holding me back is a few more actual owner reviews.



Sorry about the link..have not figured out how to post a pic.

here is a FAQ from the site
Frequently asked questions

Q. Does the unit display phone book details / caller I'd etc like the factory system?

A. Just like the OEM system It is down to the mobile phone 's bluetooth
integration options, but with phones that offer full integration with bluetooth
systems, you can access your phone book. Q. Does the unit have answer/reject buttons to control the phone as my BMW
steering wheel does not have these?

A. This unit has a touch screen that can be used to answer/reject calls,
all functions can be controlled by the head unit in cases where your
steering wheel has no controls, Q. Can the digital TV module be controlled by
the unit or the steering wheel?

A. You can control it either by the touch
screen or via steering functions.


Q. Does the unit have a clock/date/trip or computer AC control functions?

A. This unit does not loose any OEM functions.
Q. Is the navigation system the same as the factory one, just loaded onto
the unit, and does it have Australian maps?
A. The unit comes with IGo 8 Maps. We supply the unit with UK maps pre loaded. All other maps are available for other countries (Nav N Go - Software Development for Mobile Devices). As you can see it's a bit more advance than the OEM Mk4 navigation system.
Q. Where is the DVD/CD player - behind the display - where the factory
tape player is?

A. headunit the DVD/CD� player is above the Screen Q. Where is the ipod connection, and does the unit control the ipod play
lists?

A. the iPod connection is from the back of the Unit, we advise running your
iPod lead to the glovebox, allot neater than using the front USB. iPod then
is fully controlled by the headunit. Q. Does the unit allow tv in motion for tv and DVD?
A. The unit comes TV in motion enabled
------UPDATED 13/07/2010------- Q. SatNav equipped cars A Pillar's will still need to be removed to allow fitting of the DVB-T antennas?
A. We sell adaptors for the OEM mini aerial connectors�to aftermarket aerials for use with OEM Aerials on Navi Equipped cars. �

Q. 'keeping functions that would normally be lost on an aftermarket head unit swap' - as already mentioned, what 'exactly' does that mean? the current owners of the 16:9 Satnav setup have various computer functions accessed through that system - does what TV in Motion say mean that those 'functions will not be lost'?
A. 'keeping functions does mean not loosing functions. Such as OBC functions. this has been possible for about years on CarPC based integrated navi systems.

Q. The general consensus is that they do NOT have full OBC connectivity and nor do they support the things like consmptn and date time and stopwatch settings etc on the OEM systems?
A.There will be a mass on slaught of "similar"�Chinese units with varying quality and functionality�popping up�everywhere. Caveat emptor (buyer beware)�OUR SYSTEM HAS FULL OBC CONNECTIVITY!!!!
Q. TV in Motion are simply acting as re-sellers at this stage - they don't have the after care or service levels in case of faults or warranty claims?
A. In the UK you have a full 1year warranty with the company you buy from not the manufacturer. Imagine you went to Currys a Samsung re-seller with your 50" Samsung Plasma under warranty and you were given no service, it's the UK not the wild west.�

We have been fixing OEM modules and Navi's for our local BMW dealers for years in house, We have also been fixing electronic sound and lighting equipment in house for over 30years now.�
Q. Although a 12 month warranty is provided by Tv In Motion, any issues arising would take ages to resolve as they'd simply send the unit back to the manufacturer and await their decision etc. That could potentially mean months with no head unit and then being asked to stump up any repair costs etc?

A. Warranty issues are dealt with straigh away by us. You do not have to "Stump up" for warranty repairs. The Joys of an in house Repair Department
Q. Is this a Hualingan / Dynavin / D3 MMI BMW headunit?
A. NO.