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  1. Hmm, I'm pretty sure the install guy said he did that BUT I will definitely double check and try the parking brake in a little bit. Thanks! :-)

    If you don't have the bypass correctly installed, I think you'd know by now. Without it many functions are grayed out unless the BP is set.

     

    I guess I should of started with a couple more obvious questions.

    1. Can you play MP3s and see cover art?

    2. Do you have compatible Videos on you iPod (sorry, had to ask). Can you play them through the iPod?

  2. I have very large audio book mp3 files. Every now and then I bump the forward button and I loose my place in the file. It starts at the beginning. Does anyone know of a way to REALLY fast forward or jump to a spot. If there were a slider, I could position it myself. These books are in excess of 8 hours in size. I tried to go backwards from the beginning, but that just restarts at the beginning. Last time I did this I was 7.5 hours into an 8 hr book. I had to sit there with my finger on the fast forward for about an hour and a half while driving.

     

    Thanks for any feedback you may have,

    Mike

    You didn't say whether the MP3's were on CD, SD, iPod, or USB. But I think this works for all. Press and hold Fast Forward (>>) or rewind (<<) soft key - not the hard buttons < or >.

  3. I havent really messed with my HU since install, but one problem I have everyday is my gps needs to be recalibrated for my location. the arrow is either facing the wrong way or is facing sideways when im driving forward (if this makes sense) it's almost as if my gps antenna was facing side ways or sometimes backwards but putting it in different positions doesnt help, any idea?

     

     

    also my mic sounds like im far away, I figured thats just a bad mic issue.

     

    thanks in advance for the help

    Here are some things to consider.

     

    Did you install it or was it "professionally" installed? Was VSS connected, and Reverse? Are the red and yellow power leads correctly connected. If not, the unit will loose it's location each time it is turned off.

     

    In the NAVI Settings screen, What is your GPS status and the color of your GPS ANT indicator?

     

    What do you mean by recalibration? Is Speed Pulse turned on? What is the learning status of your NAV? How often do you drive this vehicle?

     

    The unit has internal motion sensors that can detect direction/turns even before the GPS signal gets locked (based on your last "fix"). So even in a parking garage, you should see fairly accurate NAV tracking, using dead reckoning. I wonder if this could be affected by strong magnetic fields (like a speaker) near the HU?

     

    However, if it is correctly installed and configured, then you may have a defective unit.

  4. I updated the z110bt. Followed the instructions from Pioneer's website. Downloaded the update too from Pioneer's website. (1001.00) I didn't realize there were any others. If you have a link to the newest one that would be great.

     

    1.002 is ShortFuse's 'unauthorzed' patch to allow bootleg v2.xxx updates (bypasses validation of unique key from Pioneer). 1.001 is the right update for you.

     

    So you followed Pioneer's instructions (below) on you got 1001.00? that's odd.

     

    Check the version number of your current software by completing the following steps:

     Press the “HOME†key

     Select the “Settings†tab

    ï‚· Select “System Settingsâ€

    ï‚· Select “Service Informationâ€

     Press & hold left upper corner of the “Service Information†screen for a few seconds

    If the “Application Version†shows 1.001000 or higher, then your AVIC-Z110BT is already equipped with

    the latest software version and there is no need for this firmware update. If the “Application Version†shows

    a version lower than 1.001000, please proceed.

     

    Have you tried again?

  5. I also have this problem on z110bt with my iPone 4. I updated the firmware on it yesterday but have yet to test to see if it made a difference. Its weard though, I performed the update and it looked as if took but when I check the system information the firmware still shows 10000.00. If anybody has a fix for this that would be great.

    You updated which, the iPhone or the Z110? If the Z110, which update? 1.001,1.002, 2.000, 2.003? And where are you getting the version. The instructions tell you how to view the effective version.

  6. i really dont like the new 120 GUI and i swear the volume is lower after the update. I want to revert back to the 110 programing now. can i just redownload the 1st z110 update in the "110 - 120" thread and install that? i have a competition to go to tomorrow so please get back to me ASAP guys.

     

    thanks.

     

    Nope, no turning back. The 1.001 update was just a patch release, and even if it wasn't I doubt that the AVIC firmware would allow you to install a version older than the current one. So, you're stuck with 2.xxx. Maybe you could sell yours and buy a Z110.

     

    What volume source(s) are you saying is too low? You can adjust the sources individually in Audio Settings menu, SLA. Some of your customized settings may have been reset during the upgrade.

  7. I just installed my radio and im using a PAC OS-4 in my escalade to retain all the options. AS soon as I connected the harness to power the fuse blew. I completely removed the PAC OS-4 and just hooked up the Power/switched power/and ground which I thought would have allowed the radio to turn on but nothing. Does anyone know something that Im missing here?

    The fuse blew for a reason, and now it sounds like something in your unit is toast. There's a 10A fuse on the back of the AVIC, maybe that saved you. Did you install any inline fuses in either the red or yellow power leads? If so, check them. I hope it's a fuse, cause otherwise it is going back to the shop.

  8. I have a 120bt and when I put in a mp3 cd and I hear up to the 3rd track. I then turn off the car and when I select to play the mp3 cd it starts off on track 1. I want it to start off on track 3 were I left off. How can this be set? Thanks.

    I haven't played MP3s from CD in a long while, but I think it should remember and continue from the last track. I know it does for SD MP3's.

     

    Are you changing the audio source in between? That might make it start over at the beginning.

     

    Sounds like it is being reset when you turn the unit off. Is the clock correct when you turn on the ignition again? Are your radio presets remembered?

     

    If not, it might be because both power lines are being switched off with the ignition. The yellow wire must be hot always to retain the AVIC's memory.

  9. I have a avic d3 and want to upgrade to a hard drive based headunit i was looking AVIC-X920BT ,AVIC-Z3 ,

    AVIC-Z120BT. please give input but the headunit must be able to have ipod/iphone controls and be able to watch videos from them..

    The Z120-BT and X920-BT are not hard-drive based, and I don't think the Z3 is either. What do you need the HD for? On these units, the maps, OS, and applications are stored in non-volatile NAND (4GB). You can store media files on either/or an SD card or a USB jump drive (not HD). I use the ipod interface for my songs and videos most of the time.

     

    I really dont think you want a hard-drive based system. They are not that good in a moving vehicle and are subject to head crashes. Solid State is the way to go.

  10. Did anyone solve this? I asked the exact same question a week ago and not one reply. I really enjoy looking at all the cool things the talented ones out there do, but i am bummed that after i joined and hoped to utilize the cool upgrades, no one will help me figure out why the sd card error keeps doing exactly as descibed in this post. I am now on the verge of buying the upgrade just so i can have my system back. Please help anyone who can solve this 58% then error issue.

     

    Maybe its because the same question has been asked and answered so many times. You expect a different answer?

    How can anyone here know what you are doing wrong with so little info?

     

    Unfortunately, many of those posters never follow up with what fixed it for them.

     

    So, other than repeating the exact same advice, my response is go back and try again. Read the instructions and make sure you understand every step. Either you have missed something, or you have a hardware problem.

  11. A few weeks ago I started getting this pop up every time I turn on the navi. "Caution: Track log memory is 90% full. Im guessing It has to do with the SD card that I use for playing music. Any ideas how to get rid of it or what it is? Ive also attached a picture.

     

    Thank you

    Ermal

     

    Yup. Turn off logging in the Navi settings. If you are interested in seeing the logs (and everywhere you've been in the last few years) insert the SD into your PC and run AVIC FEEDS (download from Pioneer if necessary).

  12. Hi guys,

    forgive me i'm new at this.

    so i followed the guides and i'm on an iphne4 with cydia. i got the tv out app and ran it on the z110bt (running 1001) it seemed to work well but since i did it my ipod function has gone down. it shows the ipod and all but no sounds comes out of it till i switch to the av1 which is where i set up the app. can anyone kindly tell me if there is a solution? otherwise i will delete the tvout app and see how that goes.

     

    many thanks

    Just a guess....pg 143 of z110 manual, "Change Control Mode" needs to be set to Navi for normal iPod functionality. If you are playing iPod apps, set it to iPod.

     

    And, AV Source should be iPod.

  13. Ok I am at the OS2.0 update on my z110bt. But when I open the file for "c:uploadsCNSD-110FM-SD1" There are files labeled part1 part 2 part 3 part 4 and only part 1 will unrare with the files

    j:Firmware (folder) plus all the content of the folder

    j:Update (folder) plus all the content of the folder

    j:CARDINFO.cif (file)

     

    So I transfered these to the sd card and inserted after doing part one.

     

    When I try and update after about halfway it states wrong sd card please insert the correct one. What did I do wro

     

    First, you did download all 4 parts, right? You only need to unrar the 1st part, they are all linked within the archives, so if you used WinRAR, it will extract all the files into a single folder.

     

    Just to be sure that you have all the files on the SD, insert it in a PC and check Properties. What is the used size of the SD?

    It should be 3.6 GB.

     

    Try again, maybe with a different SD.

  14. How can I install a custum screen?

    I hope it wouldn't be considered rude to point out that it is on pg 163 of the manual. There are some Porsche screens that look classy in the home forum under Custom Backrounds.

     

    That is the screen you mean, right?

  15. Pardon my ignorance; I wasn’t aware that you needed to be an electrician or an installer to be on this forum. Obviously, I do not know much about these things (which is why I posted the question in the first place); I wasn’t sure if a “splitter†like used for headphones would work going the opposite direction. I believe you answered that question for me, thank you. Furthermore, I am quite certain there are many subjects that I know more about than you (common courtesy as an example), but I would not post such rude responses to someone looking for assistance.

    I am not an electrician or an installer and I was not being rude. Maybe a little flippant :mrgreen: .

    You need to lighthen up dude.

     

    But if I go posting questions like "which side does the fork go on" on the Miss Manners board, you go ahead and chide me. OK?

  16. I had a z120bt installed in an International MXT (mini Big Rig) a couple months ago. Because of the air brakes/multiplex system... it was HIGHLY ADVISED not to touch the Parking Brake system, and to bypass it. My installer (now OOB) did a great job and I had no issues at first. I recently had some major work done, thru the dealer, that required removing the battery, motor etc. I got the truck back yesterday, and while everything looks the same.. the unit has an unbearable beep with every button I push, and when I go to System settings, all but 2 options are grayed out.. I cannot access the system settings to even do a reset. I cannot pair my bluetooth or anything. and Im not sure if the 2 issues are related.. but im getting strange feedback, and speakers turning on/off when the radio is on. I am aware of the firmware update, Im not sure if I have the most current firmware or not, but again I cannot access anything to even update it.. HELP!!!

    Sounds like the AVIC was reset due to the battery being removed. That explains the beeps. It is annoying. The only way to turn it off is through the settings menu. But your big problem is with the bypass. It is fairly simple, read the instructions on this forum. It sounds like the bypass wire (probably the mute) is no longer grounded. Might of happened when the motor was removed/replaced. The AVIC's ground is the black wire. Your installer probably followed the bypass instructions by moving the yellow/black mute wire over one pin, and grounding it. Some people just ground both the system ground (black) and the yellow/black together. So it might be that your whole unit is not properly grounded. That might explain som of the other wierdness. So check that both wires are connected to a good ground. That should do it.

     

    BTW, make sure that your engine block and the battery have a good ground to the truck's chassis. The motor mounts could be insulating it. But I suspect you'd have all sorts of other problems if that were the issue.

  17. Thanks and yes I understand about it just changes the settings between day and night right now all I get is the option for day time, I need to connect the orange wire to a different source, now I will try and find that source on my car. Thanks

    I ended up running the AVIC wire back to my tail light housing. Although there may have been a closer place to tap, it would have been a pain to find buried in some wiring harness under the dash, and the back of the taillight was a sure thing. Just make sure it isn't the brake light or turn-signal.

  18. Hi all,

     

    I was doing the update when it got to asking for the second sd card. I accidentally cut the power to the unit by opening the car door. On restart, the unit has a blank screen. I disconnected the battery and tried again. No luck. Any ideas?

    It doesn't ask for the second SD. That is a separate step. So I'm not following you.

    When I checked about 20 minutes later it was done with the first sd and I opened the door. That's when the power went off. Never thought that would cut the power, but it did nonetheless.

     

    Wait a minute. You said it was DONE with the 1st SD, so it wasn't in the process of flashing. I don't see how shutting the unit off at that point could brick it at that point.

     

    Are you sure it is getting power now? Maybe a fuse flew?

     

    The 2nd SD has nothing to do with the Z110 - Z120 update, only Parrot BT drivers.

  19. The auto dimming does not work on my 120, installed on a 2008 corvette. It appears the orange wire is the dimming circuit wire do I need to provided a constant 12 volts on this wire or does it need to be tapped into a wire that is hot only when the headlights are on?

    It needs + voltage when the lights are on only. BTW, this isn't a dimmer circuit, like your dash lights. It changes between the daytime and night-time setings. They can be customized by holding the Mode button for a few seconds.

  20. I know we have all talked about this, but I was wondering if anyone with a GM product has tried using the Onstar microphone?? More specifically "splicing" into it and using it for both onstar and avic? I did a search and did not see any posts about it being done like this.

    That sounds like an exceptionally bad idea. Could blow out both systems. If not, the impedance would be all wrong. Never heard of two audio drivers using the same mic wired in parallel (or serial).

     

    OTOH, go ahead and tell us how it works out for you :mrgreen:

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