TonyH Posted September 14, 2011 Report Share Posted September 14, 2011 Hi all,Currently fitting out the new tug a VX 200 series TTD (nicest vehicle I have ever owned)On my last 200 I had an Eclipse AVN726EA this was a good unit that did pretty well everything I wanted it to do except it didnt have Hema mapping.There is a new verion of the AVN out now the AVN827GA just got home from looking at it at the radio shop very fancy nearly need a degree in electronics to operate it still doesnt have Hema mapping but it does have selected offroad tracks installed on it (bet the track you need isnt on it).The only head unit that I'm aware of that has Hema mapping is the VMS unit (correct me if I'm wrong) but I fell this unit is over priced & not user friendly (feedback please from those who have one).I also looked at a Pioneer 930BT head unit it has no off road mapping but appears to be fairly easy to navigate in operation & should be about $500 cheaper than the AVN827GA.I look forward to input from those who have upgraded their headunits & would appreciate hearing about your selection & why.If you were to go out & purchase another unit tomorrow would you buy the same again or would you buy xyz with these missing features???The Hema mapping feature would be nice ....but then we can always use the Hema maps in the "Camps" book!! Of course I need a unit that can handle two cameras & be able to have the caravan camera on while towing & still be able to use the audio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazmit Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi TonyWhat about the Polaris next generation ones that also have Camps Aust 6 on them ?? I haven't tried one so can't comment if they are any good.CheersDarryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dondelta Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Tony.I have the VMS touring dashmount unit in my 100. Yes they are expensive but will do everything you require. I find it easy to use and would have another without hesitation. Regards Mick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Lynn Astill Posted September 15, 2011 Report Share Posted September 15, 2011 Hi Tony,We put a Pioneer DVD player in the dash and use a separate Garmin GPS. Much easier that way as the GPS can be used elswhere with different maps and connected to PC for upgrades etc. The DVD player also accepts a usb stick for music on bad roads...RegardsChris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Webby Posted September 18, 2011 Report Share Posted September 18, 2011 We have had a VMS in the 100 Series Cruiser for a couple of years now, and love it. We run OziExplorer constantly when on a trip and have heaps of maps. Not absolutely convinced Route 66 on the VMS is the best, so we have Tom Tom on my iPhone to help locate the Camps Aus Wide POI's.Would also definately have it in the next vehicle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dondelta Posted September 18, 2011 Report Share Posted September 18, 2011 Hi allVMS now run where is for on road side of navigation.Regards Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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