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Ketilh · 10-14-2005, 11:51 AM

I have now ordered the dvd navigation from Kufatec. I'll keep you informed...

Ketil

vidwes · 10-19-2005, 03:01 PM

I'm considering the Kufatc kit as well. I've sent them some questions, and they have given answers to all of them. Seems like a good deal.
Take in to consideration that this is likely to be used equipment, and not the latest revision of the HW, but they states that it is fully compatible with the 2006 model.

I've gotten the original Audi installation instructions, and it seems like a fairly simple job to get it flying. You have to detach the end-trim of the roof lining and the trim of the C-pillar to fix the antenna. This goes for the Limo. On the estate I'm pretty sure (you can ask your dealer to look up the exact config for your car) you have to replace the sharkfinn GSM antenna with a GSM/GPS duplex. At last you have to detach the tailgate trim to get the wiring to the fuse box. If you don't have access to a VAG-COM or similar device, you have to go to the Audi-shop and get it coded.

Ketilh, I'm very eager to get a report on the progress in your project !!

dhi · 10-20-2005, 08:38 AM

Why is it used equipment? Seems a little strange, would have thought that not many people would install it and then take it out again?

I've had an email conversation from a guy who has done this, he said he did not have to code the MMI, it just worked.

Would be very interested in knowing how you get on Ketilh, I'm going to order one when I get some cash.

vidwes · 11-02-2005, 02:41 PM

Received my Kufatec kit today. Looking forward to install it. The instructions was in german with no illustrations, but fortunately I have the original Audi fitting instructions, so I think I will make it.
Why it is used equipment? Maybe because that is what they sell? But, I can confirm that used it is. According to the manual, you have to code the MMI with information of the Navi to make it work properly. Thats what I know so far.

dhi · 11-03-2005, 09:32 AM

I guy in Ireland who has installed the kit said he just missed the mmi programming bit out and all was OK.

Good luck with the install.

Let us know

lmbatts · 11-04-2005, 05:20 PM

well did it work or not-- same boat-- no nav-- i was too cheap

lmbatts · 11-04-2005, 05:22 PM

how did it go on the install? im desperate for nav

Ketilh · 11-06-2005, 02:32 PM

I will receive the DVD Navigation this week. It have taken a looong time to receive the equipment from KUFATEC. Mostly because they had not received my order, and after that, could not see that they had received the money they want in advance. First after sending a copy of the transaction from my bank to the salesmanager things happening.

Now I have been contacted by the freighter, so I now the package had comed to Norway.

I see in the invoice I have received that someone have written "Avant", probably this because there is different cabels for sedan and avant. Just to be aware of when someone of you order.

Look forward to get the Navigation installed. I will probably use a non-Audi garage to help me with the installation.

If anyone need the original Audi installation description in german/ english, contact me on e-mail: ketil@innherredbygg.no

Ketil

comtec · 11-06-2005, 04:42 PM

Hi Guys,

I installes the D-Navi in my 2001 A6 Avant - looks and works great! It bought it on e-bay for $750 plus $200 for the TMC controller (will allow display navi info in instrument cluster), adapter cable and antenna. I also bought the VGA Com software to do all the programming (and the benefit of resetting check engine etc).

This is by far the BEST investment I did so far! Great system, very fast re-calculation of routes etc.

Ketilh · 11-09-2005, 11:20 AM

I have finally received the DVD navigation. Looks OK (the DVD player is used but seems ok, it is produced 30.05.05). The package did not include fitting instructions, and I can not see that the DVD Disc is included (if not inserted into he DVD player). The DVD disc costs NOK 6.000,- , approx. € 800 at a AUDI-dealer!

Asked KUFATEC wheter they can get me the DVD Disc. Awaiting answer. Do anyone know where to buy a DVD Disk for Western Europe cheaper then the AUDI dealer is selling it for?

The shark antenna was in black color. I did not ask for an anenna in the same color as my car (oyster grey). May be I can use my exisiting antenna??

Ketil

PS!
The local AUDI-dealer told me today: They find the prices of original DVD Navigation to Audi A6 far to expensive. They have to invest in expensive equipment to fit the DVD navigation, even it may not be necessary. Even the dealers find this horrible. The dealer was very helpfull and wanted to help me with some tips. I should contact him before we start to fit the naviagation. He told me that if I did not do it right, it may be very expensive. There is much electronic in this cars that may be influenced/ destroyed.

Positive experience with a service minded dealer!

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10-14-2005, 11:51 AM	#11 (permalink)
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10-19-2005, 03:01 PM	#12 (permalink)
vidwes Newbie Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 3 Gallery: (0)	I'm considering the Kufatc kit as well. I've sent them some questions, and they have given answers to all of them. Seems like a good deal. Take in to consideration that this is likely to be used equipment, and not the latest revision of the HW, but they states that it is fully compatible with the 2006 model. I've gotten the original Audi installation instructions, and it seems like a fairly simple job to get it flying. You have to detach the end-trim of the roof lining and the trim of the C-pillar to fix the antenna. This goes for the Limo. On the estate I'm pretty sure (you can ask your dealer to look up the exact config for your car) you have to replace the sharkfinn GSM antenna with a GSM/GPS duplex. At last you have to detach the tailgate trim to get the wiring to the fuse box. If you don't have access to a VAG-COM or similar device, you have to go to the Audi-shop and get it coded. Ketilh, I'm very eager to get a report on the progress in your project !!

10-20-2005, 08:38 AM	#13 (permalink)
dhi Newbie Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 6 Gallery: (0)	Why is it used equipment? Seems a little strange, would have thought that not many people would install it and then take it out again? I've had an email conversation from a guy who has done this, he said he did not have to code the MMI, it just worked. Would be very interested in knowing how you get on Ketilh, I'm going to order one when I get some cash.

11-02-2005, 02:41 PM	#14 (permalink)
vidwes Newbie Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 3 Gallery: (0)	Received my Kufatec kit today. Looking forward to install it. The instructions was in german with no illustrations, but fortunately I have the original Audi fitting instructions, so I think I will make it. Why it is used equipment? Maybe because that is what they sell? But, I can confirm that used it is. According to the manual, you have to code the MMI with information of the Navi to make it work properly. Thats what I know so far.

11-03-2005, 09:32 AM	#15 (permalink)
dhi Newbie Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 6 Gallery: (0)	I guy in Ireland who has installed the kit said he just missed the mmi programming bit out and all was OK. Good luck with the install. Let us know

11-04-2005, 05:20 PM	#16 (permalink)
lmbatts Newbie Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 18 Gallery: (0)	well did it work or not-- same boat-- no nav-- i was too cheap

11-06-2005, 02:32 PM	#18 (permalink)
Ketilh Newbie Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 17 Gallery: (0)	I will receive the DVD Navigation this week. It have taken a looong time to receive the equipment from KUFATEC. Mostly because they had not received my order, and after that, could not see that they had received the money they want in advance. First after sending a copy of the transaction from my bank to the salesmanager things happening. Now I have been contacted by the freighter, so I now the package had comed to Norway. I see in the invoice I have received that someone have written "Avant", probably this because there is different cabels for sedan and avant. Just to be aware of when someone of you order. Look forward to get the Navigation installed. I will probably use a non-Audi garage to help me with the installation. If anyone need the original Audi installation description in german/ english, contact me on e-mail: ketil@innherredbygg.no Ketil

11-06-2005, 04:42 PM	#19 (permalink)
comtec Newbie Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 4 Gallery: (0)	Hi Guys, I installes the D-Navi in my 2001 A6 Avant - looks and works great! It bought it on e-bay for $750 plus $200 for the TMC controller (will allow display navi info in instrument cluster), adapter cable and antenna. I also bought the VGA Com software to do all the programming (and the benefit of resetting check engine etc). This is by far the BEST investment I did so far! Great system, very fast re-calculation of routes etc.

11-09-2005, 11:20 AM	#20 (permalink)
Ketilh Newbie Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 17 Gallery: (0)	I have finally received the DVD navigation. Looks OK (the DVD player is used but seems ok, it is produced 30.05.05). The package did not include fitting instructions, and I can not see that the DVD Disc is included (if not inserted into he DVD player). The DVD disc costs NOK 6.000,- , approx. € 800 at a AUDI-dealer! Asked KUFATEC wheter they can get me the DVD Disc. Awaiting answer. Do anyone know where to buy a DVD Disk for Western Europe cheaper then the AUDI dealer is selling it for? The shark antenna was in black color. I did not ask for an anenna in the same color as my car (oyster grey). May be I can use my exisiting antenna?? Ketil PS! The local AUDI-dealer told me today: They find the prices of original DVD Navigation to Audi A6 far to expensive. They have to invest in expensive equipment to fit the DVD navigation, even it may not be necessary. Even the dealers find this horrible. The dealer was very helpfull and wanted to help me with some tips. I should contact him before we start to fit the naviagation. He told me that if I did not do it right, it may be very expensive. There is much electronic in this cars that may be influenced/ destroyed. Positive experience with a service minded dealer!

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