Installation questions for those who did it: (I have the single CD HK Business CD radio;l no nav, no sat) 1) so i don't need to disconnect the battery when I am installing?
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Try this thread at E46 Fanatics: http://forum.e46fanatics.com/showthread.php?t=739353 It is a very in-depth look at installing and using the PA-12. Hope it helps!
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hi, yeah, that is what I have done, with good results. Have been able to run cd player etc for hours. I imagine you could install specialty terminals like a cigarette lighter plug without great difficulty.
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Brian - Sorry, I really didn't track it before and after that closely. I wish I could answer, but can't. I can say that you should be able to install it on your own. It also sounds great!
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I got it today, followed the instructions in the step-by-step guide, and had no problems. The CD install part was slowish, but not insanely. It took about 40 minutes total.
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No, the CD player continued to work after I installed. Everything worked fine.
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Hello, this is the prefect unit for you because it does not have onstar function so you wont need it anyways. It is direct plug and play installation.
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Mine did not, however, if that was what I was going to do with it, this is what I would do. Connect it to the 24v battery under the hood, then run an extension cord through the firewall under the dashboard. Once installed (very easy) you never have to mess with it again, and it won't get lost when you are not using it.
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Yes, i you go into menu, you can turn the GPS off. I highly recommend it, you will get double the battery life.
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Also be sure to make sure you have your radio code if required, if you choose to disconnect the negative battery terminal while installing. Good luck
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My experience is that you DO need to snap the CD in place. Just laying it in there and closing the door doesn't force it to seat properly. Teach her to do it by touch, and also to remove it by pushing down on the center hub.
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Hi thereThe cd/rw is located behind a door on the right, works very well. This unit is speedy and accurate..Much better than some its competitors..Try It!
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Yes. The radio reception is as if it were plunged in. One thing though. The radio seems to discharge the battery even if it is not turned on. I believe the discharge has something to do with the radio wanting to maintain a connection alive with the internet. There may be a radio setting to prevent the battery discharge. Sirius is a pay to listen satellite system and additional Sirius options will allow a subscriber to also receive their chosen plan over the internet. I have noticed that "internet reception" varies and does not seem to always be available. I have had made service calls to Sirius service which have resulted in the "internet reception" mysteriously becoming available again. Yes. The radio reception is as if it were plunged in. One thing though. The radio seems to discharge the battery even if it is not turned on. I believe the discharge has something to do with the radio wanting to maintain a connection alive with the internet. There may be a radio setting to prevent the battery discharge. Sirius is a pay to listen satellite system and additional Sirius options will allow a subscriber to also receive their chosen plan over the internet. I have noticed that "internet reception" varies and does not seem to always be available. I have had made service... » Read More Yes. The radio reception is as if it were plunged in. One thing though. The radio seems to discharge the battery even if it is not turned on. I believe the discharge has something to do with the radio wanting to maintain a connection alive with the internet. There may be a radio setting to prevent the battery discharge. Sirius is a pay to listen satellite system and additional Sirius options will allow a subscriber to also receive their chosen plan over the internet. I have noticed that "internet reception" varies and does not seem to always be available. I have had made service calls to Sirius service which have resulted in the "internet reception" mysteriously becoming available again. « Show Less
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Thanks for the info. Another dumm question. How can you install a program ifthere's no CD-ROM on the Netbook?Thanks again for the help.J. Everett
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Hello,I just got a 1490T. Please excuse my ignorance, but I decided on that unit for the traffic feature as I commute over 35 miles each way. Thing is, I can't find a description anywhere that tells me what I need to do to have access to just the traffic info i.e. do I need to have the GPS active even when I don't need it - I know how to get to my office, for example. I'm a bit confused......Regards,Barry
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I'm not sure if it will work with the Nav system since mine was the base CD player, but I know that it will require activation to work. The dealer will need to plug into the OBD port and download a software update. The going rate is around $50.
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I had to disconnect navigation. My car has a shotgun style in dash CD player that was not affected
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Yes unlocks Nav inputs. But sometimes will freeze your current position until you toggle the unit off again. Easy to install take a few minutes once dash is apart. All plug and play. Will also unlock dvd if you have that option as well. Enjoy.