Recent Install - DVD Navigation

[Bry]

Anybody watching the boards today? I'm sooo close to finishing this project, but ran into a snag.
I've got my Kenwood DNX-8120 ready to mount up in the dash... but when I fired it up to test, everything works except sound. I hear absolutely nothing, from any input.
I planned to use the stock amplifier and I've followed the instructions for the AVIC install to a tee so currently I have the front and rear preouts wired to connector A.
I initially didn't have the MUTE line grounded, but do now and still hear nothing. There's still a labeled wire in the Kenwood's bundle called EXT CONT that isn't attached to anything... Should it be? what's it do??

- TIA & FINISHED PICS TO COME VERY SOON, I HOPE! -

[boxs2000]

I would check the remote turn on wire for the factory amp.

[Bry]

Just about done! As promised, some pics:

[trieullionaire]

Hi Bry,

Is that a Porsche Boxster on your map screen? If so, how did you that?

Trieullionaire

[Bry]

Good catch! The Kenwood uses Garmin for their NAV functions, and recent Garmin GPS units allow you to replace the arrow with anything else - they even have a collection of replacements on their website.
It's not a documented function of the DNX-8120, but if you plug your laptop into the Mini B USB connection on the back, you can upload your own custom vehicles and set them as the displayed icon.

[trieullionaire]

Very nice custom touch! Thanks for the info, think I try to do it on mine if the option is available.

Trieullionaire

[djomlas]

Looked at Chicago Scene and saw the pic on there too./
nice job, and you made it in the magazine hehe