Running Both Aftermarket NAV and MID? What works?

[BavarianE31]

Wondering if one hooked up both an aftermarket audio/nav system (IE Dynavin or similar) and then hooked up the MID. Would it be possible to change the radio with the MID still? I know most people do this to retain OBC functions. I want to be able to activate the radio (change stations and volume) with the MID as well. Would be really neat. Would one have to code for a rear MID or get some program (Intravee II or Resler Interface)?

Thanks!

[Kenny1958]

I have an aftermarket head unit/nav fitted and I have the mid in the glove box don't know if it can control the head unit but I can change volume, tracks etc by steering wheel controls.

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[BavarianE31]

I'm specifically asking if the MID itself can still control the radio functions. Would be awesome if it could.

[DennisCooper]

Hi,

If you have an aftermarket head unit like a Dynavin/Avin or a quality item from the likes of Alpine, Pioneer, Kenwood etc then all 'control' of it can be done on the unit itself and where fitted/connected, via steering wheel buttons. What's the point of having the MID panel volume/DSP/change radio stations ? it'd be pointless, just reach up a few inches higher and control on the head unit ! Of course, technically once you work out how to interface the MID panel to the specific head unit be it electronically, physically and most likely a combination of both, you could have this setup. It's likely to cost a big wedge of cash too! I'd estimate north of $1000 to have someone with experience of reverse engineering and electronic integration do it.

Cheers, Dennis!

[BavarianE31]

I actually want to install a rear armrest MID so rear passengers can get radio control. That's why I'm asking. Kenny1958, does your glovebox MID control the radio? If not, I wonder if Intravee or Resler will enable it to communicate through the IBUS correctly? Anyone know?

[Kenny1958]

Well i checked for you today when i got home from work and i can confirm that the mid does nothing to the aftermarket head unit wont change channel, volume etc.

[BavarianE31]

Thanks for checking. I guess I'm hoping that Resler or Intravee will make it work. Will ask around to people that have done this mod before.