Eonon GM5150

[WOLFN8TR]

"Eonon D5150 Install Thread" (http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10876)
(Need help installing the GM5150 click link above, both units are very similar)



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPj1t22plsQ


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VP39XZCEPl0&feature=youtu.be

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The extended installation harness A0566 (17Pin), A0567 (40 Pin) which fits BMW E46 with OEM NAV.

Check more details here:
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0566.html
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0567.html

http://www.sbo2.com/cs_serial//D5150-cable.jpg

Just released, the New GM5150. $407.00
http://www.eonon.com/Car-GPS/Specific-Car-GPS/BMW/GM5150.html

The powerful function "Screen mirroring" will be integrated into Eonon D5150. The Eonon GM5150 BMW E46 GPS has been released proundly with all the functions of D5150 + unique Screen Mirroring Function! Further more, it also has the the New OEM BWM UI updated.

GM5150=D5150 (NFC URC) + Screen Mirroring + NEW OEM BMW UI

-Main features of GM5150:
Specific For BMW E46 1998-2005
- New OEM BMW UI
- Screen Mirroring
- NFC URC
- ARM11 Processor
- Tire Pressure Monitoring ( TS01 )Compatible
- Digital TV (V0018)Compatible
- GPS, US/CA/EU/AU/NZ Map Optional

- GM5150 Group Buy Price:
Original Price: $407 on our website
GB Price:$379 without map
Save 25%!

- EONON GM5150 Group Buy - (http://www.eonon.com/Car-GPS/Specific-Car-GPS/BMW/GM5150T.html)

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1017881&highlight=eonon

WARRANTY INFO:
If you purchase the 5150 from Eonon's eBay store it comes with a 1 year warranty.
If you purchase the 5150 from Eonon's website it comes with a 2 year warranty.
http://www.eonon.com/2YEAR_WARRANTY.aspx

Contact Carlos from Eonon for Technical Support.
http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1001181 (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1001181)

Upgraded to the Eonon GM5150 from the D5150. First I must say I was pretty happy with the D5150 but I really liked the new UI Eonon did with the GM5150. After receiving the unit I noticed right away Eonon listened to our feedback and lengthened the RCA wires and included a 90 degree iPod cable. These two additions make the install way easier! The RCA wires on the original D5150 were 75mm and on the new GM5150 they are 140mm's. Also there is a small black pad underneath the unit, this is there for a reason do not remove. This actually helps keep the unit sitting more secure in the dash. Simple but effective solution.

The biggest differences I have noticed from the D5150 is the Orange LED's to match the BMW dash. The Bluetooth Mic works really good. I tested a call and it came in loud and clear, I even put my finger over the Mic hole on the unit and there was NO difference in the call quality! The new UI is the biggest thing I really like about the GM5150. Every screen was redesigned and looks so much better. Small tweaks like moving the dimming button to the far left instead of the center, easier to reach while driving. The remote control is a leap forward from the old one, way to go Eonon! The clock size was reduced and moved to the far left and can be turned off if desired.

Here are a few minor issues:
1- The clock won't keep correct time.
(Set to GPS sync and the correct time zone)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountain_Time_Zone
2- The unit goes to A2DP music streaming on most start ups.
(Turning Auto Connect Off Corrects this)

I experimented with three different radio antenna adapters to address the radio reception issue. The one that comes from Eonon works best without the Blue wire connected.
The adapter I had previously used with the D5150 was slightly better, the 40-EU10. The one I found that works the best and eliminated most of static and weak reception is 40-EU55 the. It's for 2002 and up BMW's with powered antennas and newer Facra style antennas and is approx $13.

Adapter is a Metra 40-EU55
http://www.amazon.com/Metra-40-EU55-Antenna-Adapter-European/dp/B0007WW64Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390107623&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+40-EU55

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Installing the 5150 requires a relocation bracket. This part cost approx $85 from ECSTuning. There are two different ones available depending on which button console you have. This part is needed for lowering the AC controls down below making room for the 5150 on top. When you relocate the heater / AC controls what you want is BMW part number 51167001410, ECS part ES#82727.

Here's more information about the differences between the two "single cutout" mounting brackets...

51167001410 (http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51167001410/ES82727/): Single cutout version w/ smoker's package
51167001408 (http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51167001408/ES82726/): Single cutout version non-smoker's package

The non-smokers package allows for easy installation of the front storage compartment 51168208369 (http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/51168208369/ES86731/) and does not include the LED light. You can retrofit the compartment tray into a smokers unit but there's a little tab that needs to be cut out.

Cigarette lighter block off plug 51168222183 (http://www.ecstuning.com/Search/SiteSearch/Lighter_Cigarette_Lighter_Block-Off_Plug/ES86890/).
Functionally either one will work but if you get the wrong one you will have a gap in the lower corners.

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Two videos on how to take apart the dash and remove the Stereo, AC controls and Storage bin. Here is a helpful tip for removing the center vent, use two plastic cards (old credit cards/store membership cards) and slide them into the top left and right corners of the center vent. This will release both clips.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9Eg7ZXez0c&list=PL6DrAp113geCR1fAQ6D8qJw48Peb8FnIQ


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJkfdqSP1OA

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjfqlyrzZXg


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PSYG1ZVhE_8

GM5150 INFO VIDEOS


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NgO8DRSS-ng&feature=youtu.be


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yj9qkrKIA0w&feature=youtu.be


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hx50bA5UAq8&feature=youtu.be

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- Radio -

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- Navigation -

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- Bluetooth -

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- DVD -

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- Settings -

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"How To Update the Firmware in the EONON 5150"
http://www.e46zone.com/forum/topic/49878-how-to-eonon-d5150-firmware-upgrade/

-Firmware updates-
There are three different ones to choose from:

This is the Firmware my GM5150 came with.
BMW_APP_TW_4049-405F-0709-L146-131209 (http://www.sbo2.com/cs_serial//BMW_APP_TW_4049-405F-0709-L146-131209.rar)

This Firmware was to address the Launch.exe error.
BMW_APP_TW_4049-405F-0709-L146-140219 (http://www.sbo2.com/cs_serial//BMW_APP_TW_4049-405F-0709-L146-140219.rar)

This is the latest Firmware update from Eonon, 10/14/14.
BMW_APP_TW_4049-405F-0709-L146-140704 (https://www.sendspace.com/file/rvwqdu)

I assume NO responsibilty, proceed at your own risk.

Instructions:
1. Copy the folder of files to the SD card.
2. Turn the key to position one and turn on the head unit.
3. Inserted SD card and leave the Eonon head unit on.
Turn off the key, wait 10 seconds, then turn the key back to position one and the head unit will power back on and read the SD card, Do Not Turn Off the Unit!!.
4. It goes through about four steps, then restarts, please calibrate the touch screen per the instructions.
5. Remove the SD card and hit reset. If you forget to take out the SD card, it reloads again.

"SETTINGS"
Time display: Display/undisplay time on top left of the screen.
Hand Brake: Switch on/off Brake detect.
Key Tone: Switch on/off key tone.
Rearview Startup: Turn on/off rearview camera.
Headlight Control:Turn on/off headlight control mode. Headlight on, the screen auto dimmer.
Navigation Mixing: Turn on/off navigation mixing mode.
Turn on Mix Mode: Sound of GPS Navigation will be played with playing sound synchronously.
Turn off Mix Mode: When navigation sound on, the music of front speaker will stop, the rear speaker will stay on. After navigation sound stops, front speaker will continue to play music.
Mix Ratio: Set mix ratio of navigation soundwith music or radio.
Radio Region: User could select radio frequency from (Europe, South America, Japan, Taiwan and America). Frequency of broadcast status will run under corresponding frequency automatically once selected.
Reversing Video: on/off. Please turn off "reversing video function" if your car hasn't installed a rear view camera.

"Screen Info"
The small "Sun Icon" top left. Press it and it changes to "Half Moon" and the screen dims, press it again and the screen is turned off. Touch the screen or steering wheel controls to turn it back on.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Mounted the WiFi Antenna behind the glove box with 3M tape.

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Here is what the screen looks like with direct sunlight on it. Brightness turned up all the way.

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- Rear View Camera Options -
- $30 -

http://www.amazon.com/NEEWER-Waterproof-Reverse-Backup-Camera/dp/B006N5C0O0/ref=pd_sim_sbs_e_4

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Free-shipping-CCD-universal-Car-rear-view-camera-HD-color-night-vision-car-camera-for-all/787499243.html?cn=null&PID=3865011&tp1=1sy6iqanmf50j&tracelog=null&src=ale&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aliexpress.com%2Fitem%2FFree-shipping-CCD-universal-Car-rear-view-camera-HD-color-night-vision-car-camera-for-all%2F787499243.html&cv=11032041&af=cj_3865011&vd=30

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Wireless-car-frontview-rearview-camera-stenless-metal-cover-night-version-waterproof-universal-camera-2-pieces-lot/558023117.html?cn=null&PID=3865011&tp1=uy8hdne9nz5i&tracelog=null&src=ale&URL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.aliexpress.com%2Fitem%2FWirel ess-car-frontview-rearview-camera-stenless-metal-cover-night-version-waterproof-universal-camera-2-pieces-lot%2F558023117.html&cv=11032041&af=cj_3865011&vd=30

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- License Plate Light Camera, Best OEM Look -
- $20 -
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B0L1JIU/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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- Surface Mount Camera mounts under the Trunk Cowl with Screws -

http://www.amazon.com/Century-Accessory-Vision-Waterproof-Reverse/dp/B00ED56OY4

http://www.ebay.com/itm/400555291931?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

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- License Plate Frame Camera -

http://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics®-TT-CC17-Waterproof-License-Distance/dp/B0092YMZJY

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111089430476?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

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- License Plate Camera -

http://www.amazon.com/Crimestopper-SV-5340-II-License-Hide-Away-Bracket/dp/B00CR71NK0/ref=sr_1_33?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1390697973&sr=1-33&keywords=license+plate+backup+camera

http://www.ebay.com/itm/400548200687?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

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If you are Replacing the OEM Navigation:
(Thanks to the following for their assistance replacing the OEM Nav.)
DetroitFarher
Maxfury929
Steve@elljes

If your connector is a 17 pin.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-Wired-Cable-17-Pin-5-Meters-Extension-Cable-for-E46-E39-X5-Dash-DVD-GPS-/251242421963?pt=UK_Computing_Sound_Vision_Audio_Ca bles_Adapters&hash=item3a7f371ecb&clk_rvr_id=494138412906

http://www.ebay.com/itm/331102232297?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

If your connector is a 40 pin.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-Wired-Cable-40-Pin-5-Meters-Extension-Cable-for-E46-E39-X5-Dash-DVD-GPS/181099081826?_trksid=p2045573.m2042&_trkparms=aid%3D111000%26algo%3DREC.CURRENT%26ao%3 D1%26asc%3D27%26meid%3D8636716310955804559%26pid%3 D100033%26prg%3D1011%26rk%3D1%26sd%3D181099081826% 26

http://www.ebay.com/itm/321293141815?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

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17 PIN Wiring Extension Harness.

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40 PIN Wiring Extension for OEM Nav.

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[ELCID86]

And the competition heats up. How does this compare to the previous unit (specs, etc)?

[BavarianZHP]

And the competition heats up. How does this compare to the previous unit (specs, etc)?

+1!

Subscribed. Seems like they update every 6 months... I wonder if I can switch mine out again for $20? Lol

[danewilson77]

Funny how they never bud one with oem orange lighting.

It's not a toy, it's a Droid > Sent from my S4 > Mason, OH

[ELCID86]

I thought they had provided a SW update for the last one that was at least close?

[WOLFN8TR]

The older D5150's did not have the Orange LED's to match the dash, the newer batch did. Eonon states this cannot be added by a firmware update. The newer batch also addressed issues the original units had which made the install difficult such as really short RCA's and the straight iPod adapter and a upgraded Can Bus V2.

The GM5150 adds New OEM BMW UI, Screen Mirroring, NFC URC, 7 LED button Colors including Orange.

[cakM3]

Gary, did Eonon fix issues for people who have OE Navigation? This is one reason I ended up not installing the Eonon unit I had.....the 5M extension cable was advertised to work for my OE equipped Navi ZHP but in actuality, did not work at all...

The radio wiring for OE Navigation equipped BMWs are in the back where the BM53 radio unit is mounted, not in front where BMWs with the Business CD radio is mounted....

Until this issue is fully resolved, I'm resorted to keeping my OE Navi setup :facepalm

[ELCID86]

Until this issue is fully resolved, I'm resorted to keeping my OE Navi setup :facepalm
Ditto on Colin's car. Also wonder about any improvements to the mic and volume (ability to turn to zero). I'm sure there will be plenty of updates on e46f.

[WOLFN8TR]

To be completely honest I'm not sure. Beings I do not have factory Navigation I don't follow those posts. If I remember correctly a few guys over on E46Fanatics did install these in place of the factory Nav but it was alot more involved as far as wiring goes.

My Mic quality was pretty good from the beginning. After a few of us addressed the Mic issues we found that some Mic's were mounted flush with the circuit board which is approx 3/8" away from the Mic hole in the faceplate. My Mic was mounted 3/8" off the board which put it right behind the faceplate. On my unit I ended up enlarging the Mic hole slightly which made a big difference. One member did a sweet DIY on how to add a adapter to plug in a external Mic.

The volume control issue is corrected with a firmware update.

I'm thinking up upgrading to the GM5150 from my D5150 and will provide some feedback if I go that route.

I also posted a video showing the GM5150 in action in my first post.

[cakM3]

guess if I really want something like this in the future, I will have to just get an ///M with Business CD radio instead of OE Nav....:facepalm

[WOLFN8TR]

guess if I really want something like this in the future, I will have to just get an ///M with Business CD radio instead of OE Nav....:facepalm

If you want a smooth install then Yes. :santa1

[ELCID86]

Thanks for the updates. Very tempting. Maybe I "need" it for my car with Biz CD vice Colin's car w/ Nav!

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks for the updates. Very tempting. Maybe I "need" it for my car with Biz CD vice Colin's car w/ Nav!

I installed mine in place of the Business CD and it was plug n play.

[brewer90]

I just placed an order for one. I have an ipod interface but it sort of sucks so I'm looking forward to getting this.

Thanks for all of your beta testing on this Wolf.

[cakM3]

I just placed an order for one. I have an ipod interface but it sort of sucks so I'm looking forward to getting this.

Thanks for all of your beta testing on this Wolf.

As long as you have a Business CD you'll be okay doing the install...

[fredo]

Brewer90, we need to meet for sure after you install this new unit !

[WOLFN8TR]

I just placed an order for one. I have an ipod interface but it sort of sucks so I'm looking forward to getting this.

Thanks for all of your beta testing on this Wolf.

Welcome! Did you order the GM5150 or the D5150?

I'm going to get the GM5150 so my D5150 is up for sale if anyone is interested. It will come with Igo Primo 2.4 and 35 background images. Works perfect!

[brewer90]

Wolf - I ordered the GM.

Cak - I have the business so should be good.

fredo - damn straight!

[cakM3]

Cak - I have the business so should be good.

In this case, you're lucky. I'm sure you will be happy with all the improved functionality you'll get from your Eonon.

I was looking forward to this when I tried this summer. They still got to sort out the 5M cable issue unfortunately.


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[WOLFN8TR]

Wolf - I ordered the GM.

Cak - I have the business so should be good.

fredo - damn straight!

Nice! You will probably get it before I do. Let us know how you like it.

Here is my Eonon D5150 Install thread that might be of help. There are also links for cameras, cables etc in there.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10876

[brewer90]

I read the issues with the Nav vehicles which sucks. It looks like they have worked the bugs out with everything else. Of course I'm buying the first of a new model so who knows what I'll find.

[brewer90]

Nice! You will probably get it before I do. Let us know how you like it.

Here is my Eonon D5150 Install thread that might be of help. There are also links for cameras, cables etc in there.

http://www.zhpmafia.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10876

I've read that through several times. That info gave me the confidence to buy this unit. I wasn't planning on doing the rear view camera but that might be a good option since I basically have limo tint on the back window.

[WOLFN8TR]

A few of us were the first owners of the D5150 and had several issues with the unit. The Can Bus being one and the install being a PITA. I did the 5150 Install thread to try and help others avoid going thru what I did. I posted the same one over on E46Fanatics and Carlos from Eonon contacted me directly to thank me for it and welcomed feedback on the unit. He even wanted me to join the EPIP program Eonon has, basically giving feedback on newly released units. Over a few months we were able to get them to address the short RCA wires, Orange LED buttons to match the BMW dash, Mic issues, Can Bus, 90 degree iPod cable, UI, and several other minor tweaks.

The GM5150 incorporates these fixes plus several added features. Should be a sweet Nav unit! If you need any help send me a PM.

[brewer90]

If you need any help send me a PM.

Will do. Thanks again for driving improvement in the unit. Hopefully you got the GM unit at a significant discount after all of the work you put in.

[ELCID86]

Brew, congrats on the new procurement. Excited to see how you like it.

Gary, I've followed your work on the install and with Eonon here and on e46f--very valuable--thanks. How can we get them to acknowledge/correct issues for OEM Nav cars? Or does this unit do that (5M cable, etc)?

[WOLFN8TR]

Brew, congrats on the new procurement. Excited to see how you like it.

Gary, I've followed your work on the install and with Eonon here and on e46f--very valuable--thanks. How can we get them to acknowledge/correct issues for OEM Nav cars? Or does this unit do that (5M cable, etc)?

Your Welcome. Not sure if Eonon is addressing issues that OEM Nav guys are having installing their units or not. Here is a post from a member over on E46Fanatics that installed the D5150 in place of his OEM Nav.



Completely compatible. BE WARNED: Not easy, however.

Our connections are in the rear driver's quarter panel.

You need a 5 meter (FOURTY PIN. 40-PIN), (NOT NOT NOT NOT A 17-pin) "fakra" cable, and you will lose automatic-dimming unless you tap into a wire that is only hot when the parking lights are on.

You will need to hack off the Ibus connector for the iBus integration. I have lost volume increase with speed and if "LOUD" is checked, even at level 1, the Eonon is loud.. I mean, not hear the person in the passenger seat loud. I have some idea that this is due to the higher output levels going into the HK Amplifier. A problem which I plan on bypassing with aftermarket amplifiers as the Eonon unit has more than enough outputs to handle multiple aftermarket amps.

It is a lot of work. You will be pulling either your entire center console, back seat, and all related trim, or you will be pulling your Driver's side kick molding, the door sill, the rear armrest panel, and the rear seat.

On some "good" news" You don't have to find a place to stuff the 40-pin connector like those with the business radio.

On some "bad, bad" news, you CANNOT POSSIBLY use the iPod connector as it is (There simply isn't enough room due to the cold weather package's METAL housing DIRECTLY behind the radio with ZERO clearance), and you also have to get creative if you want FM radio. You see, OUR European connector is in the trunk (Again, same location as the 40-pin). So, you need a Zero-radius Motorola plug, to an extension plug, to the European plug in the rear. It's a HUGE pain in the ass. I WISH it was just integrated into the "fakra" cable.

Currently, I have ZERO Over-the-air FM stations. It's very, VERY cold here in Michigan, and I will not be pulling brittle plastic pieces apart in this weather. My Eonon is in, and functional (For USB/CD/Bluetooth) and that's well enough for me.

I am VERY disappointed in the unit, however. The menus are not intuitive at all, the hardware is marginal at best, and the fit is somewhat less than desirable. The RCA-out levels are too low to be of real use, and the "EQ" is laughable.

[kayger12]

Wow. Not exactly a ringing endorsement.

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[WOLFN8TR]

The reviews on these are all over the board, some love them and some hate them. Personally I'm really pleased with my D5150, the install was frustrating because of clearance issues but other than that it's a really nice unit for the money.

[kayger12]

I've got the oem nav, so it's a definite no-go for me.

I'd love a plug and play replacement. Hopefully they'll get there some day.

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[Avetiso]

I'm still not impressed. Way too little polish, and hardware is still outdated.

T-Mobile Note 3
Jedi Elite v5 ROM

[WOLFN8TR]

One thing you have to consider is the price. Eonon is $400, Dynavin is $900, Factory Nav is approx $2500. For the price the Eonon unit is worth it in my opinion. It's a big improvement over the Business CD.

[cakM3]

One thing you have to consider is the price. Eonon is $400, Dynavin is $900, Factory Nav is approx $2500. For the price the Eonon unit is worth it in my opinion. It's a big improvement over the Business CD.

Actually Gary... Both the Dynavin and Eonon units provide more current functionalities than the factory Navigation. As you pointed out, the Eonon is the better buy at $400. This is why I was interested...

For those who have the factory navigation, this is it unless you're willing to do further research to include tracing wiring via wiring diagrams and verifying connections for the 5M cable all match up properly (pin for pin).

This is one problem I ran into when I tried to swap out my factory Nav for the Eonon unit at Kyle's OBX meet a few months ago.

Another thing to be aware of for those of you with factory Nav.... the 5M extension wiring harness has to have a radio antenna extension since the actual radio unit resides in back along with the MkIV navi computer (I found this out as I was installing the Eonon retrofit - it never occurred to me to verify this on the 5M wiring harness before ripping everything out). The 5M harness I got and was told would work with my factory Nav did not have the radio antenna extension to route to the Eonon unit....total fail...

Anyone with Nav takes on this project be sure to detail (pics and links) how you were able to do a successful retrofit. It will be greatly appreciated by others with Nav who are looking to upgrade for newer functionalities that either the Dynavin or Eonon are able to provide....

Currently, these two units are primarily made for cars with the Business CD radio installed...


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[ELCID86]

Totally agree they are targeted for non-nav cars. Seems like Eonon or Avin (sp) could be prompted to resolve the discrepancies needed for retrofitting into a OEM Nav car. How can we approach them Gary?

[WOLFN8TR]

I could address this directly with Carlos from Eonon. I've been in contact with him quite a bit over the last few months. I will see what he says.

[cakM3]

Gary, if Carlos says they have resolved the issues surrounding retrofitting their product onto OEM Nav equipped cars, I'm going to take a pass and let someone else do this and post their results before jumping in again. Not looking to spend more money only to see nothing work again....right now I have enough to keep me busy anyway ;)

[kayger12]

If there was a solid plug and play replacement for OEM Nav cars I'd buy it tomorrow. OEM nav is pretty much useless.

[cakM3]

If there was a solid plug and play replacement for OEM Nav cars I'd buy it tomorrow. OEM nav is pretty much useless.

I'm in total agreement with you on this Keith...

[brewer90]

I finally got my order placed and it should be here Friday. One piece of advice is that if you want to avoid a lot of hassle just pay via Paypal. Their credit card processing is fubar.

[WOLFN8TR]

I finally got my order placed and it should be here Friday. One piece of advice is that if you want to avoid a lot of hassle just pay via Paypal. Their credit card processing is fubar.

Yes I've heard that as well. Congrats on the purchase!

[brewer90]

Thanks. I'm looking forward to getting this. My relo bracket and antenna adapter will both be here Friday too so I'll try to knock out the install this weekend.

When is yours scheduled to arrive?

[ELCID86]

I finally got my order placed and it should be here Friday. One piece of advice is that if you want to avoid a lot of hassle just pay via Paypal. Their credit card processing is fubar.

Do you have OEM Nav (he asks hopefully)?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk (http://tapatalk.com/m?id=1).

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks. I'm looking forward to getting this. My relo bracket and antenna adapter will both be here Friday too so I'll try to knock out the install this weekend.

When is yours scheduled to arrive?

I haven't ordered one yet, selling my D5150 first. You don't have OEM Nav do you?

[brewer90]

Do you have OEM Nav (he asks hopefully)?


You don't have OEM Nav do you?

No Nav. Standard business radio with an aftermarket amp and speaker setup. I'm hoping the harness is just plug and play and I don't have to run RCAs from front to back.

[WOLFN8TR]

No Nav. Standard business radio.

That's good. Ask Charlie why.

[brewer90]

I remember reading his post. I'm not sure he wants to relive that again so I won't mention it:eyetwitch

[BavarianZHP]

For those interested, I still have copies of Igo Primo's 2.4 - version 9.6.13.267029 and 2013 maps. Hit me up and I can send you:

1) Ready to Go version - simply unzip and copy into SD card or...
2) Raw data with instructions to customize to your liking (you can tailor which maps, language, text-to-speech, skins, etc...). It is more complicated and you're more likely to mess something up, so if you can't follow the directions - I suggest the #1 version.

Alternatively, if you can inform me of an updated version and updated maps, I'll look up those and download them for you. Right now I believe I still have the latest version... Also I'm open to other nav software suggestions.

[brewer90]

PM inbound on the Igo.

Well all of the stuff arrived and I was planning to do the install today. However the alternator died in my daughter's Civic last night so it looks like I'll be tackling that job instead. Maybe that will go quickly and I'll get both jobs done. That usually isn't how it goes though.

[WOLFN8TR]

That sucks, I was expecting some feedback on the new GM5150 from ya. Looks like we might both be installing the unit around the same time then. I just ordered mine on Thursday night. How many days did it take for yours to arrive?

[brewer90]

I finished the alternator and it wasn't terrible but I'm tired of working on cars which is not a good mindset to have when starting to work on the ZHP, so I'll put it off until next weekend.

I got an email on Sunday saying it shipped and it arrived on Thursday. So 4-5 days.

[WOLFN8TR]

Just found out it will be here on Wednesday! Will be installed shortly afterward.

[ELCID86]

Awesome. Looking forward to your review.

[rguti153]

So nobody has the new version on yet ?

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[WOLFN8TR]

So nobody has the new version on yet ?

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Not that I know of.

[brewer90]

Just found out it will be here on Wednesday! Will be installed shortly afterward.

Sweet! I'm impressed how fast they get these things over here with free shipping. I didn't get hit with customs fees either. Did you on your other one?

I'm considering knocking this out one evening after work. Based on the videos it looks like this could be done in a couple of hours. Is that accurate based on your experience? I'm not running RCAs, will use the internal bluetooth mic and will run an ipod in my glovebox so it "should" be a plug and play.

[WOLFN8TR]

No fees on the first one.

I would say approx 3 hours if all goes smooth. That's with No Backup Camera.

The biggest issue is getting the center vent off. I used two plastic cards (Von's Rewards cards) and pushed them in the top two corners to release the clips, then pulled out the bottom and hold it why pulling the two cards out and it came right out. It is easy with two people.

The only other thing is the AC relocation bracket install and wether or not Eonon's new Antenna/iPod cables let the unit sit flush or not. You might have to do some trimming or get new ones like I did. I know they started supplying 90 degree iPod cables so that should be fine. The antenna cable might be the only issue. I had issues getting all the RCA wires out if the way because they were too short, Eonon made them longer on the newer units.

The GPS antenna can be mount up inside the dash or in the corner up on top.

FYI: Test the unit before installing it in the dash just incase there is an issue. Also Super Glue all of the rubber RCA caps on. If you don't they can come off and cause feedback in the system.

[brewer90]

Thanks for the tips. I think I'll tackle this in two parts. I'll work on releasing the dash vent and RCA cap gluing tonight and then start the install tomorrow. I ordered the metra antenna cable you linked to and did receive the 90 degree ipod cable with the unit. There are a ton of RCA cables. I also noticed two USB cables back there.

No backup camera install planned yet. I think I'll mount the gps receiver in the dash. It also looks like we have a wireless transmitter/receiver that needs to be mounted. I plan to stick it somewhere behind the glovebox.

[WOLFN8TR]

Good idea. So does that 90 degree iPod cable exit to the right, left or down? Mine comes tomorrow, Oh Ya!

[brewer90]

Sorry for the delay Gary. Work exploded and I haven't had the chance to do anything other than glue on the rca caps. By the time I get home to answer your cable question you'll probably have your unit in hand.

[WOLFN8TR]

That's ok, hopefully it's there waiting for me.

Edit: Delivered at 11:30am!
Ordered on Thursday night. Pretty fast shipping.

[WOLFN8TR]

So I just got home to this. Two packages from Eonon. The larger one is the GM5150, I have NO idea what the smaller one is?? It's as heavy as the Nav unit. Hmmm...

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/16/avu4abyn.jpg
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/16/dysyru6y.jpg

[ELCID86]

Open it!


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[WOLFN8TR]

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/16/asety2um.jpg

Holy Crap!!!

[johnrando]

What, they send two?

[WOLFN8TR]

Ya a GE01. Not sure why thou?

Wolfy apparently is well liked at Eonon!!

[PirateZHP]

Soo... you should ship one to me?

[WOLFN8TR]

Soo... you should ship one to me?

Well the GE01 isn't for a BMW. I do believe it's a Double Din. Funny thing is I was just looking on Crutchfield at stereos for my wife's 4Runner and I do believe this will fit. How ironic is that!

** I think that was suppose to be my backup camera. **

[ELCID86]

The walls have ears (eyes?)... Maybe it's a thank you.

Or maybe they hacked you!

[WOLFN8TR]

The walls have ears (eyes?)... Maybe it's a thank you.

Could be? What a nice Thank You!

Here is what they sent and it does fit our 4Runner!

http://www.eonon.com/Car-GPS/2-Din-Car-GPS-DVD/GE01.html

[brewer90]

Now that is a fantastic coincidence.

[WOLFN8TR]

Now that is a fantastic coincidence.

Ya no Doubt. I'm still shocked.

[WOLFN8TR]

Let the games begin!

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/gyga5yja.jpg

[johnrando]

In for review. GL.

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[WOLFN8TR]

In for review. GL.

Sent from my DROID4 using Tapatalk 2

Well so far the GM5150 is 10 times better than the D5150! I'm digging this unit! The new UI is sweet, the Bluetooth works great! I even put my finger over the Mic hole on the 5150 and my wife couldn't even notice the difference. The Orange LED's match the BMW dash. I also eliminated most of the radio reception issues. I bought several different antenna adapters to experiment with to try and fix the radio reception. The one that comes with the unit from Eonon works best without the Blue wire hooked up. This one I bought on eBay for $13 corrects approx 80% of the reception problems.

Metra 40-EU55 Antenna Adapter Cable
For select 2002-Up Volkswagen/BMW vehicles
Powered antenna and newer "FACRA" style connector to aftermarket radio.
1-year Manufacturer's warranty

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/denaja2a.jpg

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/enymu5ab.jpg

Will do a more in depth review when I'm done installing it.

[BavarianZHP]

Sweeeeet! Ugh. I like the D5150 enough, so I think I'll stay with it until it dies on me. How's the speed? Especially interested in Nav smoothness and start up times. Congrats for taking the plunge!

[WOLFN8TR]

Sweeeeet! Ugh. I like the D5150 enough, so I think I'll stay with it until it dies on me. How's the speed? Especially interested in Nav smoothness and start up times. Congrats for taking the plunge!

So far the speed seems the same as the D5150. The volume control is fixed also, it's more consistent than before. I haven't tried the Nav yet. I will give more feedback when I'm done installing it.

[Avetiso]

Nice! Will be keeping up with this.

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[ELCID86]

Sounds very promising. No sleep tonight!?!

[PdZHP]

Thanks for the update, I'm very interested in the unit as well.

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[WOLFN8TR]

Just about done with the install. Trying to get my Igo Primo to work. So far so good with everything else.

[WOLFN8TR]

All done! Everything works good, will do a full review tomorrow.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/18/pegu3eda.jpg

[BavarianZHP]

:like

[Avetiso]

Awesome, Gary! Looking forward to it. What was the price of the unit again?

[WOLFN8TR]

Awesome, Gary! Looking forward to it. What was the price of the unit again?

Group Buy price for the GM5150 is $379 without maps or $407 with maps, shipped.

Group Biy price for the D5150 is $319 without maps or $349 with maps, shipped.

[brewer90]

Gary - I'm in the middle of my install now. I've got the HVAC relo bracket installed and the controls moved. Just about ready to install the unit and amazed at all of the wires coming out of the back ;-) Where did you mount the wifi antenna?

[WOLFN8TR]

Take the glove box out. There is a perfect flat spot back there to mount it. I used a small piece of 3M tape and stuck it there. Also it helps with routing the cables up out of the way.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/01/19/ymadybyv.jpg

I zip tied the RCA wires into two groups and tied them up to the front metal radio bracket. This helps keep you from having to hold them all along with everything else during the install. Push the main wiring plug up to the left behind the vent. Look at my D5150 Install thread for more usefull tips, link is in my sig.

Also don't remove that black piece of foam rubber underneath the unit as it helps keep the unit sit flush in the dash.

Updated the 1st page: Added video comparison of the D5150 vs the GM5150!

[rguti153]

:thumbup:

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[BavarianZHP]

It seems like they reverted back to the previous version (one before the D5150) with the layout. I forgot what that unit was called... With the time settings, did you try check marking "GPS SYN"? It's in the video @ 1:40 mark. That should auto sync it right I assume.

[WOLFN8TR]

Ya I tried that and it didn't work. Honestly it doesn't bother me the clock doesn't work, I just turn it off. But it does effect the correct time to destination when using GPS from what I've herd.

Updated the 1st post on page 1. :cool

[ELCID86]

All done! Everything works good, will do a full review tomorrow.



So, have you been away writing an in-depth review?? Seriously, hope everything is ok and we hear from your soon.

[WOLFN8TR]

So, have you been away writing an in-depth review?? Seriously, hope everything is ok and we hear from your soon.

I'm still lurking here and there, not posting much is all. I have two Eonon threads going over on E46Fanatics that keep me fairly busy. So far I'm really liking the GM5150. I've updated the first page.

Thanks for asking about me...:thumbsup

[WOLFN8TR]

The extended installation harness A0566 (17Pin), A0567 (40 Pin) which fits BMW E46 with OEM NAV.

Check more details here:
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0566.html
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0567.html

http://www.sbo2.com/cs_serial//D5150-cable.jpg

[ELCID86]

"We"? Are you a Eonon rep now ;-) oh, maybe you mean for our cars. :-)

Either way, good news.

Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[cakM3]

That's good. Ask Charlie why.

Thanks Gary :p


I remember reading his post. I'm not sure he wants to relive that again so I won't mention it:eyetwitch

I'm willing to look into this option again if Eonon can come up with a "verified" working 5M extension cable with extended radio antenna cable.....


We have the extended installation harness A0566 (17Pin), A0567(40 Pin) which fit BMW E46 with OEM NAV now!

Check more details here:
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0566.html
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/A0567.html

http://www.sbo2.com/cs_serial//D5150-cable.jpg

Yeah, this is nice only if it's verified to be completely 100% with navigation equipped cars. The one I got (40 pin) was "advertised" to be 100% compatible and did not work....and for our cars it is the 40-pin connector....

Worse case, I'm willing to go w/o radio since I pretty much never listen to it anyway...but the 5M cable has to work otherwise this is a total bust for us Navi equipped cars....

[orange260z]

Hi Gary, thanks for your Eonon posts here and on e46f!

I have a few questions, and although they may be buried somewhere, I haven't found clear answers. I'm hoping that you can provide some clarity for me.
(1) I've invested quite a lot of money into a BSW S1 plus sub system, so I'm committed to the stock Harmon Kardon crossover and amplifier. How will this unit work with the stock HK system?
(2) do I need any additional components (such as Line Out Converters)?
(3) do I retain full fader capability?
(4) how is the sound quality of the GM5150 compared to the stock Business head unit?
(5) how does the "screen mirror" work - if I mirror my iPod screen, can I control the iPod through the Eonon touch screen as if it were the iPod? Or is it simply a display?
(6) if I don't buy the maps extra, is there still a good way to use the unit for navigation? are decent maps available free/cheap on the internet?

Thanks a bunch for your answers!!

[johnrando]

If you ever want to sell your BSW sub/amp, let me know. GL w/the Eonon.

[WOLFN8TR]

Hi Gary, thanks for your Eonon posts here and on e46f!

I have a few questions, and although they may be buried somewhere, I haven't found clear answers. I'm hoping that you can provide some clarity for me.

(1) I've invested quite a lot of money into a BSW S1 plus sub system, so I'm committed to the stock Harmon Kardon crossover and amplifier. How will this unit work with the stock HK system?

Not familiar on exactly how the BSW S1 sub system is wired. It does work good with the stock HK system. I had the Business CD with the HK system and it sounds great.

(2) do I need any additional components (such as Line Out Converters)?

No, it's plug and play. Never heard of anyone needing a Converter yet. Replacing the stock Nav you need an additional wiring harness.

(3) do I retain full fader capability?

Yes

(4) how is the sound quality of the GM5150 compared to the stock Business head unit?

Big improvement over stock.

(5) how does the "screen mirror" work - if I mirror my iPod screen, can I control the iPod through the Eonon touch screen as if it were the iPod? Or is it simply a display?

Screen Mirroring as far as I understand is used as a larger display. I have an iPhone 4 so it doesn't support mirroring and cannot verify.

(6) if I don't buy the maps extra, is there still a good way to use the unit for navigation? are decent maps available free/cheap on the internet?

Don't pay for the Kudos maps from Eonon. I had problems with Kudos being even close to accurate. I have Igo Primo 2.4 running on my GM5150 and it works great. If you get a unit let me know and I will help you out.

Thanks a bunch for your answers!!

See above ^

[orange260z]

Thanks Gary! The GB pricing is very attractive, but I'm debating whether I really NEED this now!

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks Gary! The GB pricing is very attractive, but I'm debating whether I really NEED this now!

Welcome. If you're interested I have a D5150 I purchased new and I used it for 3 months. You can upgrade the firmware to get the new BMW UI. It doesn't have the mirroring capabilities thou.

Eonon D5150 4 Sale (http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1020363)

Updated the first page with more info and videos!

[Tampa330i]

WOLFN8TR,

Did you order your gm5150 with or without maps?

[WOLFN8TR]

WOLFN8TR,

Did you order your gm5150 with or without maps?

Without maps. Reason being is when I ordered my D5150 the Kudos maps sucked. I ended up using Igo Primo 2.4 and it works good. Alot of guys are having really good luck with Igo 8. Look over on E46Fanatics for the GM5150 group buy.

[Tampa330i]

Thanks! I have wanted the nav option right in the stereo for a while. Right now, I have the business cd with aux in. I have a car dock for my galaxy s2 suctioned to the windshield and I use the gps on that along with pandora or my own stuff on the phone for music. I don't see my galaxy s2 on the list for screen mirroring, which kind of sucks... I really like pandora. I'm curious about this thing's ability to use the wifi radio. Can you connect to any wireless network with it to get internet access? Is there anything built in that could use internet access?

[Tnhl1989]

Any recommendations how to install the reverse camera? I routed it to reverse lights but when the lights are on the power is a little off coming from the camera and giving a rolling feed.

[Tampa330i]

From Eonon on e46fanatics:

Tampa330i, the samsung galaxy s2 doesn't have the miracast function so that it can't realize the full screen mirroring function. But it suppport the DLNA, which can sync any videos, music, pics from your phone to our unit easily. Also quite convenient to use!

The screen sharing is pretty important to me. Being able to use pandora for music and google nav for gps is the selling point. I've had this phone for almost 4 years and now I have a reason to upgrade :shifty . Pretty sure I'm going to get this. Other than the radio mounting bracket, is there anything else I absolutely need to install it? And to double check I have the correct bracket, it's http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Interior/Dashboard/ES82727/ right? I have a single row for buttons, smokers package. Thanks for your help WOLFN8TR!

[WOLFN8TR]

Any recommendations how to install the reverse camera? I routed it to reverse lights but when the lights are on the power is a little off coming from the camera and giving a rolling feed.

Hmmm. No I don't Tony as I haven't even installed my camera yet. I have two of them, one from Eonon that mounts on the license plate and the other one that goes where the license plate light is. I've heard several guys saying the newer version of the GM5150 doesn't need the reverse wire even hooked up, the unit senses when in reverse and turns on the screen automatically. Also Eonon includes an external Mic now!


From Eonon on e46fanatics:

The screen sharing is pretty important to me. Being able to use pandora for music and google nav for gps is the selling point. I've had this phone for almost 4 years and now I have a reason to upgrade :shifty . Pretty sure I'm going to get this. Other than the radio mounting bracket, is there anything else I absolutely need to install it? And to double check I have the correct bracket, it's http://www.ecstuning.com/BMW-E46-330i-M54_3.0L/Interior/Dashboard/ES82727/ right? I have a single row for buttons, smokers package. Thanks for your help WOLFN8TR!

Welcome...

I'm still rocking the iPhone 4 so I can't use some of these features either beings my phone doesn't Miracast.

[Tnhl1989]

I never really use the eonon for Bluetooth. I have it set up to wire the iPod connection with a lighting adapter to the center console and just play music. Call it a day :)

The thing about the camera that I will be doing is ordering the camera from eonon with the wireless transmitter. I can't seem to route the wires without tearing them apart with the hanger method. Such a pain everything when I change between different cameras. I also realize if I switch on my rear fogs that it gives the camera enough power to have a clear camera when the lights are on.

[Tampa330i]

Got a galaxy s4 today and just ordered the gm5150 and the radio bracket. Looking forward to the switch!

[WOLFN8TR]

Got a galaxy s4 today and just ordered the gm5150 and the radio bracket. Looking forward to the switch!

Make sure you order a Metra 40-EU55 Antenna Adapter. It gets better reception than the supplied adapter from Eonon and will allow the unit to sit flush. Hook up the Blue wire.

http://www.amazon.com/Metra-40-EU55-Antenna-Adapter-European/dp/B0007WW64Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390107623&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+40-EU55

[Tampa330i]

[URL="http://www.amazon.com/Metra-40-EU55-Antenna-Adapter-European/dp/B0007WW64Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390107623&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+40-EU55"]http://www.amazon.com/Metra-40-EU55-Antenna-Adapter-European/dp/B0007WW64Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390107623&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+40-EU55

Is this the exact one you ordered, from amazon? Amazon claims this doesn't fit a 2004 330i and all the reviews are about jettas. TBH, I'm not that concerned with radio or reception, even now I never use the am/fm radio.

[WOLFN8TR]

Yep. It makes the install easier also.

[Tampa330i]

Ordered, thanks for the tip! Everything should be here in a week or so.

[Tnhl1989]

Just got the EU-55 antenna. Where do I connect the blue cord coming from the set up?

[WOLFN8TR]

To the Blue "ANT" wire.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/31/re2aduge.jpg

[Tampa330i]

Just got the EU-55 antenna. Where do I connect the blue cord coming from the set up?

I think I see where this is coming from. The blue wire on the harness I got says POW-ANT and is a female style connection. There is a second blue/white wire on the harness labeled SW1. The blue wire on the EU-55 antenna also has a female connection. Would it be correct to assume one of these should be stripped and inserted into the other? Here's my harness and the EU-55 wires:

http://www.mediafire.com/convkey/16fc/2uvmck6m6dcqcltfg.jpg

[WOLFN8TR]

Yes connect it to the Blue Power ANT wire. I would use different connectors than what is supplied as they don't stay connected very good.

[Tampa330i]

I just finished my install. For that blue wire, I ended up cutting part of the connector off on the antenna side and it became a nice male fit to the female harness wire. I tested the reception, works perfectly in the garage. I opted not to hook up the external mic, the ipod, or usb cables. I never use my phone in the car to talk, won't ever buy an apple product, and have no need for usb in there. I hooked up the wifi & gps antennas just like you did.
I tested miracast, which is good but not what I expected. I'll still need to access my phone to navigate apps. When the screen shuts off from inactivity, the mirroring on the gm5150 goes blank(sound continues to transmit). Unless the phone is in landscape mode, it's too small on the display. Looks like I will need to get a dock for my phone since the s2's dock doesn't fit the s4. Bluetooth synced up just fine. I noticed there seems to be an sd card slot on each side - is one specifically for gps and the other for file storage? I'm still waiting on an answer from eonon for the file system the card should be formatted in to load gps files. You don't happen to know that, do you? I'm assuming either fat or ntfs since it's windows ce. I am somewhat tired after the installation so I haven't gone through the setup menu or anything else.
Replacing that dash bracket below the radio was the least fun part. If you have an automatic, the shifter needs to be in drive to have enough room to get it in and out. To even get to the screws on the bottom of the bracket, you need to remove the plate around the shifter, then remove the window switch plate. Once you get it out, you'll need a very small torx bit to remove the buttons from it. I didn't have one that small, so I used a pair of pliers to wrench them out and then back into the new one. If you have the smoker package, you also have to remove the lighter(metal cylinder the lighter plugs into) and ashtray and put those in the new bracket as it does not come with them.

http://www.mediafire.com/convkey/491f/rd150rk4129blr6fg.jpg

[WOLFN8TR]

I noticed there seems to be an sd card slot on each side - is one specifically for gps and the other for file storage? I'm still waiting on an answer from eonon for the file system the card should be formatted in to load gps files. You don't happen to know that, do you? I'm assuming either fat or ntfs since it's windows ce.


The SD slot on the Left is for music/movies and the one on the Right is for the GPS. Both can handle up to 16GB. The Nav has to be formatted in FAT32, recommend using a Class 10 SD card. I have a good copy of Igo Primo 2.4 if you are interested I could make a copy and send it to ya just pay for the new 8GB Class 10 SD card.

I have an Automatic so I know exactly what you went thru for the install.

[Tampa330i]

Sounds good, thanks for the card info. I am going to take care of this tonight myself, though I appreciate the offer. Walmart sells 16g class 10 cards for $14, so I'm going to pick up 2 of those. I already have igo 8, I heard that works on here as well.
If you have the usb in hooked up - do you charge your phone on it? If so, any idea how many amps it draws? I'm going to venture I can't pull 2 amps from it, which is what I need for my phone.

[WOLFN8TR]

Sounds good, thanks for the card info. I am going to take care of this tonight myself, though I appreciate the offer. Walmart sells 16g class 10 cards for $14, so I'm going to pick up 2 of those. I already have igo 8, I heard that works on here as well.
If you have the usb in hooked up - do you charge your phone on it? If so, any idea how many amps it draws? I'm going to venture I can't pull 2 amps from it, which is what I need for my phone.

Welcome...

I have an iPhone and don't charge my phone via the USB so I'm not sure. I would PM Carlos from Eonon over on E46Fanatics.

Where did you get Igo 8? I've heard it does work well on the GM5150?

[Tnhl1989]

I charge my iphone via the usb + lighting adapter. Works fine there. I do think it's just a 1 amp and would not be strong enough to charge a ipad.

[Tampa330i]

I figured I would need to get a charger because of the s4's ridiculous thirst for power. Technically it can charge with less than 2 amps, but it'll be quite slow or even drain faster than it charges supposedly. I need to figure out a solution to get the phone mounted somewhere, get enough power to it, and the hardest part is forcing it into dock mode so the screen goes landscape and stays there. If the phone display isn't on 100% of the time and in landscape mode, screen mirroring is worthless imo.
I got igo 8 from... online sources. It is much more than I'm used to in a GPS app. Coming from just using g maps on my phone, this adds a ton of features. I tested it out driving over to a spot I've used with google gps and it gave me the exact same route. A really awesome feature - traffic camera known locations are pre-built into it(and you can add your own), how cool is that? It's extremely customizable. The GPS is getting full bars with the antenna in that spot. My girlfriend says it sounds like a nagging wife since it audibly warns you if you're speeding(can be turned off).

[Tampa330i]

Screen mirroring in action:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9H7UxE7cUY

[WOLFN8TR]

Sweet!

[danewilson77]

Verrrrrry cool.

The friendliest forum on the planet.

[johnrando]

Very nice, jealous my OEM unit doesn't do that.

[ELCID86]

I wish Torque was on ios.

[ryankokesh]

I wish Torque was on ios.

Not as cheap, but an option:

Automatic Smart Driving Assistant by Automatic
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FJXKE5E/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_fCKKtb0P5H6WD


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[ELCID86]

^i saw a kickstarter recently also.


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[TomTomTuning]

Agh, why couldn't they just update the damn D5150.

Have you had any issues with GPS crashing? I occasionally had problems with the D5150 and that was probably my biggest complaint.
Did the backup camera work right out the box, or did you have to fuck around with the reserve signal again?

I'll probably upgrade soon. Did you sell your old unit?

[WOLFN8TR]

I've had a few Launch.exe errors but I think some were my fault. One was from using the Nav which several guys over on E46Fanactics have determined it's the IGo Primo 2.4. They switched over to IGo 8 and it's very stable. I hardly ever use my Nav so I'm still using IGo Primo 2.4.

Believe it or not I haven't installed my back up camera yet! I actually have 2 of them, the one like yours and the Eonon license plate camera. It's on my to do list.

I sold my D5150 for $325 back in January.

[TomTomTuning]

I've had a few Launch.exe errors but I think some were my fault. One was from using the Nav which several guys over on E46Fanactics have determined it's the IGo Primo 2.4. They switched over to IGo 8 and it's very stable. I hardly ever use my Nav so I'm still using IGo Primo 2.4.

Believe it or not I haven't installed my back up camera yet! I actually have 2 of them, the one like yours and the Eonon license plate camera. It's on my to do list.

I sold my D5150 for $325 back in January.

Hmm, I'll have to continue reading the threads, I'm still not sure if I'll upgrade. Not in love with the new interface... but then again perhaps id like it if I seen it in person.

Lol, can't believe you haven't installed the camera yet.

[WOLFN8TR]

Ya it's on my list. My suspension overhaul took first place.

[Avetiso]

Gary, could you run me through how to replace an OEM Navi system with this? I'm looking at M3's and more of them have navi than regular 330i's do, and I don't like the system.

[WOLFN8TR]

Well you will need to purchased extension cables that Eonon does not supply with the unit. Replacing the factory Nav is a tad more involved than what I went thru replacing the Business CD Radio. I will dig up some links for ya in a few.

[cakM3]

Gary, until either Dynavin or Eonon comes up with their own 5M extension cabling this won't work. Remember I tried to retrofit an Eonon unit with an "approved" 5m extension cable for navi equipped cars and the cable did not work.

For one, the "approved" 5m cable I got for navi equipped cars, did not have a radio antenna wire so I could not connect the radio antenna (in back with the BM53 radio unit) to the harness and then connect to the Eonon unit in front. When I had the cable connected, verified by others at the OBX meet a last year the radio would not power on.

So there are still issues that exist and have not been validated by either Dynavin or Eonon..... This is something I would have loved to do for my ZHP but unfortunately couldn't.

[WOLFN8TR]

Charlie take a look at these extension cables Eonon now has available to purchase from their website for $56. Are these the same ones you tried using?

Eonon GM5150
http://www.eonon.com/Car-GPS/Specific-Car-GPS/BMW/GM5150.html

17 PIN Extension Cable
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/BMW/A0566.html

40 PIN Extension Cable
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/BMW/A0567.html

[cakM3]

Charlie take a look at these extension cables Eonon now has available to purchase from their website for $56. Are these the same ones you tried using?

Eonon GM5150
http://www.eonon.com/Car-GPS/Specific-Car-GPS/BMW/GM5150.html

17 PIN Extension Cable
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/BMW/A0566.html

40 PIN Extension Cable
http://www.eonon.com/Others/Kits-and-Harness/BMW/A0567.html

Gary, there were two problems with the 40-pin 5M extension cable I had. First it didn't have a radio antenna extension cable in the harness to allow connection of the ratio antenna in back from the BM53 radio location to the front where the Eonon head unit will be. Second, for some reason the wiring was not correct because when everything was first/second checked to ensure everything was connected securely, power would not come on when power was pressed.

From the links you have provided, it still does not show that either wiring harness has the radio antenna wiring so in either case, you wouldn't be able to make the connection for the radio antenna since the antenna connection is actually located in back on all navi equipped cars.

[WOLFN8TR]

Just got my iPhone 6 yesterday and tried it on my GM5150. I can stream music via the Bluetooth A2DP. Playing music thru the iPod cable the song is displayed but when you change the song from either the steering wheel controls or the 5150 the song info doesn't change even thou the song does. Then after a minute or so you get the dreaded "Launch.exe error". Then I get the Blue screen! Also the song list takes forever to populate.

I was able to close the Launch error and reboot the unit with no issues yet. I use my iPod input 75% of the time and would hate to loose that option along with being able to charge my iPhone. Hopefully Eonon will come out with a Firmware update to address this problem. :facepalm

[Tnhl1989]

Any luck? I just installed a eonon unit and the mirror feature is really nice. Haven't test a iphone6 yet though.

[WOLFN8TR]

I'm using my iPhone 4 as an iPod for now.

From Eonon

No worry I'll try my best to help you. I've asked our tech.

1. It's normal that the ipod function of Eonon can't be compatible wth iphone 6 currently. You can use bluetooth audio function instead.

2. If you listen to the ipod for most of the time, you can try to change to listen to CD, or bluetooth audio music, or the USB/SD music.

3. For the launch.exe error, pls kindly download the software here to have a try:

https://www.sendspace.com/file/rvwqdu
Here is the Upgrade Method:

A. Format the SD card.
B. Depress the folders and copy them to the blank SD card.
C. Insert the SD card to GPS slot of the unit.
D. Reboot the unit, then the upgrade is finished.

Notice:
- PLEASE DO NOT CUT OFF THE POWER WHILE UPDATING. Otherwise the unit will be broken suddenly.

4. It's normal that iphone can't be charged.

Hope it helps, pls kindly get the software to have a try, thanks!

Best regards,
Carlos
eonon.com

[ELCID86]

^ so you haven't tried the update?

[WOLFN8TR]

^ so you haven't tried the update?

No as it only gets ride of the Launch error. I will try it this weekend.

[cakM3]

Gary, any word from Eonon whether or not they will update and verify the 5M extension cable has the radio antenna wiring to connect their head units to the radio antenna located in the back for OEM Navi equipped BMWs and reliably work?


If they have a working 5M cable that also has a radio antenna, I'd be willing to entertain going thru another retrofit attempt for my ZHP...:)

[ELCID86]

Gary, any word from Eonon whether or not they will update and verify the 5M extension cable has the radio antenna wiring to connect their head units to the radio antenna located in the back for OEM Navi equipped BMWs and reliably work?


If they have a working 5M cable that also has a radio antenna, I'd be willing to entertain going thru another retrofit attempt for my ZHP...:)

What about the iPhone 6 issue that Gary pointed out in the other thread? I assume you will upgrade at some point if you don't already have one. (and it may be an ios 8 issue?)

[cakM3]

What about the iPhone 6 issue that Gary pointed out in the other thread? I assume you will upgrade at some point if you don't already have one. (and it may be an ios 8 issue?)

I think I will stay with my iPhone 5S for the time being Shawn.....not in a hurry to change phones at the moment...

[Tnhl1989]

Most of the issues is only when connected to the car. It's similar with the new BMW and the iOS 8 update as well. The nice thing I like about the new units is that you can mirror right onto the headunits. That's such a cool thing. AirPlay to the headunit.


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[ELCID86]

No as it only gets ride of the Launch error. I will try it this weekend.

Gary, can you give us an update on issues you now see/have? Thanks!

[WOLFN8TR]

Gary, can you give us an update on issues you now see/have? Thanks!

The new update fixed the frequent Launch.exe error. I haven't used my Nav yet to see if there is any issues there. Overall it's pretty stable now. The iPhone 6 is still not compatible when plugging in the iPod cable to charge and play music. I just use my old iPhone 4 for that ( or an iPod). You can stream music via the A2DP from an iPhone 6 and the quality is good but you don't have any song info on the screen of the 5150.

I cannot get my 5150 to mirror my iPhone. Tony do you have any suggestions??

There is a brand new GM5150 for sale on E46Fanatics with Igo 8 for $285 plus $20 for shipping.

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=1059801

[Tnhl1989]

I just followed the instructions. Connect via wifi and AirPlay over a video. That's all I tried when I installed the one for my coworker.


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[WOLFN8TR]

I will play around with it later and see what happens.

[cakM3]

If Eonon/Avin/Dynavin would get their act together and actually put out their own 5M extension cable for Nav equipped BMWs perhaps they would have a workable solution so us BMW Navi guys/gals can have an opportunity to upgrade if we wanted. Currently the 5M cables I have tried (yes, I ordered the right one for my car), do not work. :/

[johnrando]

That's a bummer charlie. What are they saying about it not working?

[ELCID86]

That's a bummer charlie. What are they saying about it not working?

#crickets :dunno

[Tnhl1989]

I'm assuming it's just cables not connected correctly or something. That's the usual case with this stuff.


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[cakM3]

That's a bummer charlie. What are they saying about it not working?

Not that Eonon/Avin/Dynavin is saying the 5M cable is not working....when I purchased an Eonon unit, they didn't manufacture a 5M extension cable and I had to order a separate 5M cable that was advertised to work.... back then I should have known something wasn't right :facepalm

I didn't want to spend the cash on a Dynavin unit as they were running upwards of $700 for their head unit....so I opted for the Eonon instead. During the OBX meet last year, I drove down and decided to do the Eonon install there. I had taken all my OE Navigation components out and installed the Eonon unit. All the necessary connections were made and I ran the 5M cable I purchased from another vendor (don't remember who now) and made all the final connections. When it came time to turn on the head unit, nothing happened. We rechecked the connections and made sure everything was solid. Retested and it was still unsat so I ended up taking everything out and reinstalling my OE gear.

After going thru all that, I'm not inclined to do this again until there is confirmation as to which 5M cable can be used with the Eonon unit which makes it fully functional for BMWs that come with Navigation....


Tony, it was not that the cable was incorrectly connected.... I think I know how to connect electrical cabling. I've done this many times before in my BMWs. I was also taking my time so that I would not forget any crucial steps during the install. It came down to the wiring of the 5M cable being incorrect which is why nothing worked. I was lucky nothing else got shorted out in the install process since the wiring on that extender cable was incorrect....

[WOLFN8TR]

I just followed the instructions. Connect via wifi and AirPlay over a video. That's all I tried when I installed the one for my coworker.

Got it to work with my iPhone 6! Pretty cool feature. Using Google maps mirrored to the Eonon is pretty cool. Also the music with cover flow is sweet but it lacks the sound quality the 30 PIN connection provides.

Skip to 1:30 for the iPhone tutorial.



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VP39XZCEPl0

[WOLFN8TR]

Info on replacing the stock Nav with the Eonon unit

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showpost.php?p=15922795&postcount=300

[cakM3]

Info on replacing the stock Nav with the Eonon unit

http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showpost.php?p=15922795&postcount=300

Thanks Gary! :thumbsup Guess I will be revisiting doing this for my ZHP soon..... ;)

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks Gary! :thumbsup Guess I will be revisiting doing this for my ZHP soon..... ;)

Welcome! Hopefully this works out this time. [emoji2]

[UdubBadger]

I'm likely making the switch over from dynavin

[ryankokesh]

I'm likely making the switch over from dynavin

I'll have to give it a whirl when you do... I don't trust these things... :shifty

[UdubBadger]

I'll sell you my dynavin cheap if you want.

[ryankokesh]

I'll sell you my dynavin cheap if you want.

I'll trade you for a TR t-shirt... shit make it a hoodie, I'm feeling generous. :shifty

[UdubBadger]

Mooching as always Kokesh

[UdubBadger]

Finally got my GM5150 today from the e46f.c seller.

I feel like I'm missing a few cables, he is telling me they aren't normally included.

iPod 30 pin adaptor is really the only one I'm interested in... did anyone who has this get one with their unit or did Eonon not include originally?

[WOLFN8TR]

Seth the Eonon GM5150 comes with the iPod 30 PIN cable and all other necessary cables so he isn't correct. The iPod cable has to be a 90 degree bend coming out the back of the unit otherwise it hits the dash and impedes the unit from sitting flush. The Eonon 90 degree cable turns downward on the back of the unit and the cables I listed below are longer and turn towards the drivers side. You have to slightly trim the cable that turn towards the drivers side as they will hit the antenna cable. So you have a few options.

1. Order the 90 degree cable from Eonon.
2. Ask around on E46Fanatics if someone didn't use theirs.
3. Order these 3 cables and trim the 90 degree end.

http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-CCD-103-1-Inch-Speaker-Cable/dp/B0002IAJ3I/ref=wl_it_dp_o_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=SYJMV6DEMIXV&coliid=I7X6OBUQXX95H

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mini-Din-Minidin-8-pin-FF-Female-Female-Gender-Changer-Adaptor-4-inch/231407769309?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D27538%26meid%3D6a10c3e4e60345de979451a521a9 d347%26pid%3D100011%26prg%3D11353%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D10%26sd%3D370888832137

Pretty sure this is the iPod 30 PIN to 8 DIN cable you need.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/usa-seller-8-PIN-DIN-iPOD-iPHONE-iPHONE3G-iPHONE4-iPHONE4S-MINI-NANO-AUX-CABLE/271346965513?_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%2 6asc%3D27538%26meid%3D53199898bf544c9bac6ef2492bab 4dfd%26pid%3D100005%26prg%3D11353%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3 D6%26sd%3D191218078768&rt=nc

If you don't have this antenna adapter I would buy one, it gets the best reception, hook up the Blue wire. If you use the Eonon one you will have to trim it down to fit the unit flush. Also DO NOT hook up the Blue wire on that adapter as it gets worse reception.

http://www.amazon.com/Metra-40-EU55-Antenna-Adapter-European/dp/B0007WW64Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390107623&sr=8-1&keywords=Metra+40-EU55


90 Degree iPod Cable

http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-CCD-103-1-Inch-Speaker-Cable/dp/B0002IAJ3I/ref=wl_it_dp_o_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=SYJMV6DEMIXV&coliid=I7X6OBUQXX95H[/SIZE]http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/01/umu2e6a4.jpg

Female to Female Din Coupler

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=370888832137
http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/01/hetujequ.jpg

This is the final configuration.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/01/tageheju.jpg

The iPod cable turns to the left (drivers side) which is real close to the antenna connection so both cables will need to be trimmed slightly. This isn't necessary but it takes the stress off of the iPod cable beings you have to bend it downward to plug the antenna into the 5150. What you want to trim is the top of the iPod cable where it touch the antenna cable, see below.

http://img.tapatalk.com/d/13/09/01/erune2a9.jpg

[UdubBadger]

Holy shit man that's a lot of info

[UdubBadger]

Why do I need so many cables? The iPod one too short?


NVERMIND


buddy has one he just offered me.

[johnrando]

Good news.

[cakM3]

I have to say that when it comes to installing these head units, Gary has done a lot of research and "face time" with Eonon thru emails so he has a lot of good info to share with those interested in going this route. A lot has changed in the year since I first attempted to replace my OE Nav setup. I think its now time to look into doing this once again since more info and products have become available to do this right.

I realize that for people who have the OE Nav setup, the install will be different from those who have the Business CD radio. It is not as straight-forward and there will be additional cable extenders (Eonon/Dynavin's 5M and Radio antenna) needed to make things work. When I have everything I need, I still plan to pick Gary's brain to see if there's anything else I need to be aware of before tearing out the OE Nav equipment...

At least I know how to do this since I have done this before...:)

[UdubBadger]

Gary if I already have a dynavin in there I assume the install will be basically the same?

[BADCLOWN]

i think this unit is going to be the next purchase here shortly for the car instead of sway bars..........listening to the radio is starting to rot my brain.


upon ordering, how long did it take for the stuff to get to your door? ECS is close to cinci so getting the new center console relocation piece won't take too long at all and if the only thing else i have to worry about is the eBay antenna wire i should be good to go.


looking at the pictures/info on the unit i can't tell: does the unit come with the 90 degree elbow wire for the iPod through eonon, i can't find it anywhere on their site.

[cakM3]

BP ordered his Eonon unit last night and it ships to his door this Friday. At least that's the text I got from BP today :thumbsup So they're real quick :)

[cakM3]

Thanks for the call this afternoon Gary and answering my GM5150 questions. I'm quite sure this is the unit I will be ordering after the holidays :thumbsup I will keep you posted, please keep me in the loop with the other potential acquisition we talked about ;)

[WOLFN8TR]

Thanks for the call this afternoon Gary and answering my GM5150 questions. I'm quite sure this is the unit I will be ordering after the holidays :thumbsup I will keep you posted, please keep me in the loop with the other potential acquisition we talked about ;)

Charlie good talking with you as always. Thanks for all the knowledge and advice! Hopefully this works out or I will be staying at you're place. LoL.


The units ship pretty quick from Eonon. Mine took 4 days which was impressive. The iPod cables are as follows.

GM5150- Comes with the 90 degree that bends down under the unit.
GA5150- The cable is wired directly into the wiring harness plug.

With my D5150 and my GM5150 I had issues with clearance. The Antenna and iPod cable hit the vent behind the dash causing it to not sit flush. I had the first batch of the GM5150's and the iPod cable was straight. After speaking with Carlos from EONON he addressed this and the next batch was with the 90 degree cables. The GA5150 hooks up via the wiring harness.

The only thing I see that might cause clearance issues in their Antenna adapter. So I would get the one I recommended on the first page from Amazon. (use the affiliate link [emoji106]])

If you stay with the Eonon Antenna adapter you will have to trim it down to fit. It's fairly easy to do.

[UdubBadger]

Well I'm dealing with some less than expected sound quality and I think I finally figured it out. At first thought it was the BT audio vs the 30pin but that will only make a slight difference.

The dyanvin actually puts out more power than the Eonon unit to the speakers so my pervious setup was more powerful.

Looks like I need to consider amping or clean sweep EQing this thing.

Has anyone done anything similar?

[UdubBadger]

Damn that's actually not true the dynavin puts out 15w less per channel.

Why does my stereo sound prehistoric again????

[BADCLOWN]

thanks for the clarification on the iPod cable.......ignore my PM sir.

[WOLFN8TR]

Does it sound prehistoric on iPod, CD and the Radio?

[UdubBadger]

BT and cd yes, radio no clue I don't even bother with that.

[UdubBadger]

Got a buddy coming by to drop off his iPod cable today. I'm gonna give his system a listen and see what's up from there. Might have to think about an4 chan amp or something if it's bad enough. One thing I can't stand in a car is a bad stereo.

[UdubBadger]

Wtf. Just looked at the unit. Says D5150

This asshole sold me the wrong unit

[cakM3]

Wtf. Just looked at the unit. Says D5150

This asshole sold me the wrong unit

Damn Seth! Sorry to hear this! Hopefully you can get this issue resolved!

[danewilson77]

Wtf. Just looked at the unit. Says D5150

This asshole sold me the wrong unit

Oops

The friendliest forum on the planet.

[UdubBadger]

Wtf is my problem. I can't buy anything anymore without an issue. The universe is trying to tell me to save instead of spend apparently.

[WOLFN8TR]

D5150

16979

GM5150

16980

Some of the later versions of the D5150 have the GM5150 UI.

[BADCLOWN]

did you buy the unit off here/another enthusiast forum or from eonon?

[UdubBadger]

Yeah it has the latest UI thankfully.

Got if from a guy on e46f.c

To be fair he never said it was a D or GM, he linked me to his ebay page which was a sale for a D and I missed it. We paid off ebay on PayPal and in the notes I specifically said GM5150 so I'm covered if I wanted to get a refund and return.

[BADCLOWN]

blows regardless.........hopefully you can get everything sorted out and get the right unit you intended to pick up

[UdubBadger]

I think this is gonna be fine TBH just wanna make sure sound quality goes up with cable and navi works with the amazing Gary getting me an updated version of Primo 2.4

[ryankokesh]

:facepalm

[BADCLOWN]

Gary: do you or can you mail out SD cards with Primo on them? i should be ordering my unit tomorrow. If you've got paypal I can send whatever/whenever

[johnrando]

Dang, hope it works out

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[az3579]

Is the install at least the same? If they are, you could do the install and then just swap out the unit if you decide to swap it for a GM5150...

[UdubBadger]

Yeah it is but after chatting with Gary about it this is gonna be fine since it has the newer interface

[BADCLOWN]

Did you end up finding out what was causing the decline in sound quality?

[WOLFN8TR]

Is the install at least the same? If they are, you could do the install and then just swap out the unit if you decide to swap it for a GM5150...

Yep exactly the same with the addition of the WiFi antenna.

[UdubBadger]

Did you end up finding out what was causing the decline in sound quality?

Wasn't pushing the EQ up enough. I maxed it out and it sounds pretty comparable now, maybe still a touch off in bass.

[BADCLOWN]

just ordered mine, the GM5150 is $400.00 now as part of a "New Years Sale"


would anyone be willing to ship out an SD card with the most recent software update for the maps? i can paypal whatever amount for the cost of the card + time spent + shipping

[UdubBadger]

I tried that with Gary. Card came back magnetized and blank. Gonna try to get the files up on Dropbox and distribute from there.


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[BADCLOWN]

Hmmm, alright.

I didn't know these things were shipping out of Hong Kong either.

[az3579]

Hmmm, alright.

I didn't know these things were shipping out of Hong Kong either.

Be prepared for a bill from FedEx AFTER you receive your unit. :facepalm
I'm still debating whether I should pay this, considering this wasn't disclosed to me when ordering.

[BADCLOWN]

What bill would that be?

[az3579]

What bill would that be?

I had ordered a GA5150 straight from Eonon. It came shipped from Hong Kong. After I received my unit, maybe a week and a half later, I received an invoice from FedEx with the shipping charges. There was no mention of shipping charges when I ordered the unit, so I drew a WTF look as I looked at it.

The weird thing was that the paper said that the item may be held at customs until the charge is paid, even though I already received my unit in a very expedient timeframe. :dunno

[duhmiko]

I had ordered a GA5150 straight from Eonon. It came shipped from Hong Kong. After I received my unit, maybe a week and a half later, I received an invoice from FedEx with the shipping charges. There was no mention of shipping charges when I ordered the unit, so I drew a WTF look as I looked at it.

The weird thing was that the paper said that the item may be held at customs until the charge is paid, even though I already received my unit in a very expedient timeframe. :dunno

Doesn't it piss you off so much much?

I checked their site and they have a disclaimer... I think it might be somewhere in the checkout flow, although in tiny text. Such bullshit. I jut paid it to avoid any issues though...

The shitty thing is when I messaged them with all the bugs and asking for a solution they told me to load the new OS on an SD card and update it. I said I didn't have an SD card and asked if they could cover the customs bill or send me an sd card. They refused and told me to stop complaining (in nicer words)...

[BADCLOWN]

Well thats just weird, why not just tack the shipping charges on with the initial payment?

How much was the shipping and how quick did you get your unit? Its saying a monday dekivery for mine from fedex.

[az3579]

Well thats just weird, why not just tack the shipping charges on with the initial payment?

Yeah, I wouldn't have cared if they just tacked it on upfront. Sending a bill later is just infuriating, especially since it wasn't clear that this was going to happen.



How much was the shipping and how quick did you get your unit? Its saying a monday dekivery for mine from fedex.

I think it was like $26? It took less than 5 business days to get mine.

[WOLFN8TR]

Be prepared for a bill from FedEx AFTER you receive your unit. :facepalm
I'm still debating whether I should pay this, considering this wasn't disclosed to me when ordering.

This happened with me when I received my GM5150. About 30 days later I started receiving FedEx statements but it looked like junk mail so I just threw them away not even thinking it was a bill for the EONON unit. About 6 months later I got a call from a collection agency saying I owed FedEx $16!! [emoji35]

[BADCLOWN]

that seems like a pain in the ass overall........i wonder why its not just one all encompassing fee. super strange.


well thanks for the heads up, i guess ill keep my eyes peeled for FedEx mail. had you all not spoken up I probably would have A. not noticed and B. did you had done WOLF and just throw it away thinking it was junk mail.

super excited to get this thing and get it installed, top 40 radio is rotting my brain.

[johnrando]

that seems like a pain in the ass overall........i wonder why its not just one all encompassing fee. super strange.


well thanks for the heads up, i guess ill keep my eyes peeled for FedEx mail. had you all not spoken up I probably would have A. not noticed and B. did you had done WOLF and just throw it away thinking it was junk mail.

super excited to get this thing and get it installed, top 40 radio is rotting my brain.

lol

[BADCLOWN]

its sad when i know the lyrics to stuff that i would normally never listen to. its embarrassing really haha

[johnrando]

You know what you gotta do? Just shake shake shake shake shake shake shake shake, shake it off :)

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[BADCLOWN]

Jesus Christ, thst shit is intoxicating, too catchy for its own good. I dont understand peoples fascination with her either, shes attractive but not hot and apparently a total bitch.



See what radio has done to me.

[danewilson77]

that seems like a pain in the ass overall........i wonder why its not just one all encompassing fee. super strange.


well thanks for the heads up, i guess ill keep my eyes peeled for FedEx mail. had you all not spoken up I probably would have A. not noticed and B. did you had done WOLF and just throw it away thinking it was junk mail.

super excited to get this thing and get it installed, top 40 radio is rotting my brain.
+1

"No flamesuit required"

[BADCLOWN]

anyone who bought this unit or similar: where did you mount the GPS antenna at? i was thinking (pending length of wire) mounting it directly behind the rear view mirror on the windshield but IDK if my windshield tint banner will affect it at all. i really don't want to mount to the dash as that is unsightly. any opinions?

[WOLFN8TR]

Do you want it hidden? I mounted mine up on the center of the roof close to the windshield. It gets GREAT reception up there.

[BADCLOWN]

Perfect, thanks for that. Hidden works even better WOLF

[Tnhl1989]

Right behind the instrument cluster. Just wedge it and make sure it's flat. Quick hidden and simple. I recommend that and done it a few times.

[cakM3]

Right behind the instrument cluster. Just wedge it and make sure it's flat. Quick hidden and simple. I recommend that and done it a few times.

+1

I plan to put my GPS module in the same exact spot when I get my Eonon :thumbsup

[ELCID86]

+1

I plan to put my GPS module in the same exact spot when I get my Eonon :thumbsup

Not the hollowed out shark fin?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

[cakM3]

Not the hollowed out shark fin?


Thumbs, iPhone, Tapatalk.

Ideal option in my opinion Shawn! If you're not using the BMW assist, then you can take out the shark fin internals and possibly fit in the GPS antenna. It all depends if the GPS antenna's profile matches the shark fin profile.

[BADCLOWN]

while a great idea, that sounds like a little more work for virtually the same results. and subsequently take a longer amount of time to remove if you ever pull the unit out of the car.

[Tnhl1989]

Yes Charlie did say that originally when we did the install on BP's wobz. Reason why the install went quickly was because of the placement of everything and not routing the gps module in a shark fin. Routing the rear camera cables by itself took a good 30-45 minutes itself. So ease of install is nice. :)

[ELCID86]

I have a black shark fin I'm not using if you happen to be interested. I got it to do this with, but am not sure I'll ever get a round toit.

[BADCLOWN]

ill probably go the route WOLF suggested. one of the easier routes for my mech. buddy who will be doing the install

[Tnhl1989]

I have a black shark fin I'm not using if you happen to be interested. I got it to do this with, but am not sure I'll ever get a round toit.

I'll be interested in it. Going to do it eventually.

[BADCLOWN]

My buddy finished the install (and oil change) in about 3 hours this morning. Ended up running the GPS wire to the headliner along with mounting (but not hooking up) the external mic just behind the mirror. the USB hook ups and iPod connection were routed to the glove box (USBs may be moved at a later date). i am SMITTEN with this unit so far. Very user friendly, interface is quick, precise (for the most part, more on that later), and easy to use. everything worked right out of the gate and after I arrived home I made a call to my mother via the bluetooth and she heard me clear as day. I popped a DVD in (The Hurt Locker) and the picture is surprisingly good, ended up sitting in my car watching a whole scene haha.

My ONLY gripe and it may be something I'm fucking up, but when you are listening to your iPod, I'll select "Artists" then select lets say AC/DC. When the band is selected if they have multiple albums, it doesn't go to a screen that shows a list of their albums to then further break it down. It goes straight to a list of ALL the songs not separated out, just one giant list. Any way to fix this is or is it just the way the thing is made?

WOLF is sending me a copy of the GPS software via FedEx or UPS but after that upload, I should be cruising.

[johnrando]

Sweet.

[BADCLOWN]

Also, I cannot seem to turn OFF the time on the unit (because as previously stated, it doesnt keep time). each time i turn it "off", it still shows up.


are there software updates for these?

[BADCLOWN]

Audiophiles, need your help: for whatever reason today when I got in my car and fired it up the volume was all jacked up. If I try to turn the volume up via the knob or the steering controls it essentially turns off the front speakers and only the rears work. If I go into the EQ settings and move the fader or balance over or back a click, all the speakers turn back on/work. As soon as I adjust the volume or change a song the front speakers will turn off again. Any thoughts?

I was going to pull the battery cables off for a few minutes and see if that does anything at all but other than that idk.

[WOLFN8TR]

Try hitting the reset button on the Eonon unit. Second would be disconnect the battery for 10 minutes.

[UdubBadger]

^works every time


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