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Old 01-24-2013, 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by infoboyo
The VTL375 is really nice. And the VTL375HD. Wait for BOYO's New Top View and picture in picture camera! It'll blow you away.
Not sure if you're still around, but any update on the top view camera?
 
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Old 02-18-2013, 03:05 AM
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I'm not sure, but I think you do have to go in and change the ribbon. I haven't got the unit yet, but I'll try to do a DIY on the install once I get all the parts.
Well, the actual install of this was a disaster, sort of. I took the unit to Car Toys, which is a national chain of automotive audio installation equipment. The tech did everything right (according to him), but the unit only worked slightly at first, then not at all. Talk about having that awful feeling in your stomach! To make a long story short, I removed the Navtool ribbon, got a total refund (plus my $100 install fee to Car Toys) from Navtool, and put my original unit back together. Meanwhile, I still wanted the ability to incorporate a backup camera into my nav system, plus have the ability to watch DVD's. So I bought an Alpine INE-Z928HD unit for my Fit from Crutchfield. What a stereo! I love it, and the whole thing worked out for the best, in the long run. It Bluetooths with my iPhone for music and phone, plays DVD movies on an 8" screen, has my wanted backup camera, and has a far superior navigation system built into it. I'll never again try to modify an existing unit, but if you've got the money, this is worth it!
 
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Old 02-18-2013, 10:10 AM
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Damn.. sounds like a nightmare...

Unless the car/navi is brand new it's not worth the navtool.... and even then aftermarket's better.
 
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Old 02-22-2013, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by cfran55
no i dont really need it but i turn it on just to use it lol, regardless i make sure i park in enough space front and back. everytime i go to get some cupcakes i see a lady back into a car with her suv.
Even if not needed, it helps. I have kids who like to hide behind the car.
 
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Old 02-22-2013, 11:42 PM
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sucks it didnt work for u Tampa, I was thinking about getting one till I read your post.

and dang that's a pricey ribbon. cheapest I've seen is $224 shipped, ouch

where are the techy Fit owner gurus with a homemade $40 version??
 
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