Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems
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I'm thinking of installing an aftermarket NAV in the wife's E60. I'd like to place something that accentuates the car. It's a black on black so a slim black case would look great. Ideas on install, location, product and most important -- PICTURES -- are welcomed.....
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NO INTEREST!??? Let's jumpstart this conversation!
Here's the stuff I'm talking about....anyone ever try installing one of these babies???
The Sony 4.8" Screen
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Check Out This Panasonic Puppy
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-b.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44982d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-b.jpg)
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...The In Dash Panasonic Setup [nedds a double DIN]
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The Plenio....7 inches of viewing pleasure [and yes, it plays back DivXmovies too!]
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And...the MONSTER of all The Sanyo [aptly called] Gorilla will allow for reception of terrestrial TV and 3D traffic navigation... [too cool]
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So, what tickles your fancy????
This is the E60.net Forum --> Let's not look at the usual Garmins/Magellans [that's for bimmerfest]..
Anyone have any experience with these?? Comments? Suggestions???
Here's the stuff I'm talking about....anyone ever try installing one of these babies???
The Sony 4.8" Screen
![Smile](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/imported/smile.gif)
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44981d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-.jpg)
Check Out This Panasonic Puppy
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![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-b.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44982d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-b.jpg)
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-c.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44983d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-c.jpg)
...The In Dash Panasonic Setup [nedds a double DIN]
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![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-d.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44984d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-d.jpg)
The Plenio....7 inches of viewing pleasure [and yes, it plays back DivXmovies too!]
![Cool](https://5series.net/forums/images/smilies/cool.gif)
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-e.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44985d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-e.jpg)
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-f.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44986d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-f.jpg)
And...the MONSTER of all The Sanyo [aptly called] Gorilla will allow for reception of terrestrial TV and 3D traffic navigation... [too cool]
![Adding Aftermarket Nav Systems-f.jpg](https://5series.net/forums/attachments/e60-e61-parts-accessories-mods-22/44988d1482365952t-adding-aftermarket-nav-systems-f.jpg)
So, what tickles your fancy????
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Anyone have any experience with these?? Comments? Suggestions???
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i definitely like to have one of these
i was considering the panny at first, but although it's nice, the software itself doesn't seem to be as mature as the typical garmin/tomtom based on some reviews i've read
so i stick with tomtom 920 and couldn't be happier (well i could, but quite satisfied).
the sony one is new so i don't think too many people have it
the panny one was listed for $400 on costco awhile back, another one you can consider is the navigon 7100 which got the all black (and i think the company is based in germany)
i was considering the panny at first, but although it's nice, the software itself doesn't seem to be as mature as the typical garmin/tomtom based on some reviews i've read
so i stick with tomtom 920 and couldn't be happier (well i could, but quite satisfied).
the sony one is new so i don't think too many people have it
the panny one was listed for $400 on costco awhile back, another one you can consider is the navigon 7100 which got the all black (and i think the company is based in germany)
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hello
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
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Originally Posted by hime100' post='536412' date='Feb 26 2008, 06:12 PM
hello
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
Too cool..thanks for the post.
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Originally Posted by hime100' post='536412' date='Feb 26 2008, 05:12 PM
hello
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
you can install after market navigation to the original screen in your bmw
that look original.
you enter the address and the other input with IR remote-control like SMS on mobile phone
you can find more information
www.component.co.il
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Originally Posted by laziemofo' post='536451' date='Feb 26 2008, 07:46 PM
wow nice find!!!! that looks very nice.... too bad they are in isreal... i wonder if they have tech support in canada or if i can install this on my own?
BACK TO THIS THREAD -- anyone have a nifty aftermarket install done already?? Pictures???
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Originally Posted by laziemofo' post='536451' date='Feb 27 2008, 02:46 AM
wow nice find!!!! that looks very nice.... too bad they are in isreal... i wonder if they have tech support in canada or if i can install this on my own?
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Originally Posted by subarashi' post='536646' date='Feb 27 2008, 06:42 AM
I sent them an email -- they can ship the hardware to you but they reccomend a "Professional Install." To me, the hardware is one part but the install is even more important. Surely there are folk here in Stateside that can do this?????
BACK TO THIS THREAD -- anyone have a nifty aftermarket install done already?? Pictures???
BACK TO THIS THREAD -- anyone have a nifty aftermarket install done already?? Pictures???
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