RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

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andyb2004
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I drive a: GT 2.0 TDI 170/184
In: Rising Blue
With a: DSG box
Options: Winter Pack, Rear Parking Sensors, Cruise Control

RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

Post by andyb2004 »

I've tried to search for the answer but found nothing definitive, so does anyone know...

Was DAB an option that had to be specified on the RDS510, or was it just luck if you got it?
Is it now standard and when did it become standard? My car was registered March 12 and I was suprised (disapointed) it didn't have DAB.
Has anyone swapped the unit for a DAB version and managed to use the existing aerial, or is this idea a non-starter?

Thanks in advance for any wise words.
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salsajoe
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I drive a: 1.4 TSI 160
In: Salsa Red
With a: Manual box
Options: multifunction steering wheel, fogs, 18" alloys; DAB; XDS activated, DRLs reset, lock beep activated; indicator repeat set to 4; covered cup holder, rear seat 12v socket installed. metal pedals, 210 Golf GTi also in the stable. Scirocco gone - miss it. Polo GTI now.

Re: RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

Post by salsajoe »

The RNS 510 did not have a DAB option until recently - not sure when the change over occurred but believe it was late 2012. You have two options to upgrade. You can buy an extra DAB 'box' with additional plug in cables that allows continued use of steering wheel buttons. Search the net for this upgrade. It is one that VW suggest if you talk to them but can be purchased elsewhere at about £180 + fitting although a relatively easy DIY job. The alternative is to buy the RNS with DAB and retrofit. You can use the existing antenna in the right hand rear window but will need a new DAB amplifier to replace the FM one under the rear window and additional wiring. The first route is the easiest if you don't mind a window stick-on DAB antenna. I went the second route but it requires removal of the rear side trim and additional wiring so takes a bit more time. I have posted on here how to upgrade with part numbers for the RCD 510. The same method applies with the RNS. There is a thread for removal of the rear trim on here somewhere that is very good.
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andyb2004
Posts: 32
Joined: Sat Oct 05, 2013 4:28 pm
I drive a: GT 2.0 TDI 170/184
In: Rising Blue
With a: DSG box
Options: Winter Pack, Rear Parking Sensors, Cruise Control

Re: RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

Post by andyb2004 »

Thanks for the detailed reply.
I realise now I made a typo - mines a RCD 510 - I assume the same applies though?
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salsajoe
Posts: 407
Joined: Fri Jun 24, 2011 12:54 pm
I drive a: 1.4 TSI 160
In: Salsa Red
With a: Manual box
Options: multifunction steering wheel, fogs, 18" alloys; DAB; XDS activated, DRLs reset, lock beep activated; indicator repeat set to 4; covered cup holder, rear seat 12v socket installed. metal pedals, 210 Golf GTi also in the stable. Scirocco gone - miss it. Polo GTI now.

Re: RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

Post by salsajoe »

andyb2004 wrote:Thanks for the detailed reply.
I realise now I made a typo - mines a RCD 510 - I assume the same applies though?
Yes same applies.
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andyb2004
Posts: 32
Joined: Sat Oct 05, 2013 4:28 pm
I drive a: GT 2.0 TDI 170/184
In: Rising Blue
With a: DSG box
Options: Winter Pack, Rear Parking Sensors, Cruise Control

Re: RDS510 DAB Standard or Option? Upgrading?

Post by andyb2004 »

Ok, Thanks. I think I'll have to load up the SD card and listen to a few podcasts for now. I didn't think I used DAB that much... until now when I don't have it anymore :(
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