I dont have a VW, Seat, or Skoda, and dont plan on buying one, but for some reason im still here watching this video, great video for people that do so GG my dude
Simple as this for anyone that got here after 1 year of the video launching, buy NONAME revision B it’s the cheapest and has Android Auto and CarPlay (prices are going up since this radios are not being produced anymore), or buy NONAME revision F with Multi-Touch (which is the biggest difference and update) but doesn’t work right in Apple CarPlay somehow, any other revision is just a money grab, cheers for the great video explaining all the versions that existed up to your video!
Awesome video mate. So much valuable information regarding this unit especially considering there are so many variations of this unit which if I did not know. I would have bought the wrong one if not for your video. Very much appreciated :-)
Very useful video, thanks very much. One very minor point, at 2:08mins, the sign you've used for 'less than' $300 is actually the one for 'greater than'. It should be $300. ;)
Thanks for posting this. One thing though - internet radio is not a direct substitute for a satellite radio (DAB) tuner, which doesn't eat into your data allowance.
Great video!! I'd be happy to hear any relevant updates, 2 years after this was recorded. Is the 187F still the best recommended? What is the 187G? Are these units OEM or close knock offs? I am specifically curious about the quality of the FM radio receiver component which tends to be great on OEM but really garbage on aftermarket Android units. Also - how well does the screen do in direct sunlight (huge windscreen of the SEAT Alhambra)? I've looked at a few videos, everyone is showing CarPlay - I haven't seen a single demo of Android Auto. Does it work? Any evidence that it does? Can you recommend a seller? Is Lemon Shark a seller or manufacturer? Know anything about them? OK, I have flooded you with questions. I hope you can help with some... Cheers!
Very important thing, many users reported on rcd330plus forum that the desay models in cold weather conditions is glitching on cold boot, got mine 187B noname for mk5 with canbus adapter for 250$ on aliexpress, best purchase ever
There seems to be a new model with no aux a scan button where the mic would be and the mic is moved to the bottom left middle is sd card and right side usb a. Can you cover that model please?
Great video. Very informative and you are a well spoken young man. Good luck on your TH-cam Chanel. This car radio looks awesome. Thinking of swapping the one in my vw passat 2015 for this one because of the carplay. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Does anyone know if these units would be a suitable replacement for a Bolero headset in a Skoda Yeti 2015? Thanks in advance. Great video by the way! 🙏
Awesome Tristan. Thank you very much for this information. Especially the detailed explaination of all different models. Much love from Switzerland It worked perfectly for me on my VW Scirocco R of 2012
Great video. Very informative. Is there a way to use the existing usb connectors in the car with this radio? I’m not a fan of having the cable come out the front.
Bro, this is awesome, I’ve been searching all over and this vid answers most of my Q’s! Is it possible to have 2 apps running at the same time? Say maps and Spotify ? I do this often on my phone
Hello thanks a lot for your video, it is really helpful. I have one question if you could help me : my seat leon 2012 doesn’t have a Bluetooth module installed ( block 77-Telephone not showing in vcds) can i still install this unit and use it as intended or do i have to install the Bluetooth module first ? Thanks a lot
Great video! I’m wondering why my Skoda Octavia 2014 wasn’t in the list. I have the really basic unit with no screen. Just cd player, USB, AUX. Can I get one of these units?
Hello Everyone ! I am thinking about getting a RCD 330 Plus but I don`t understand the difference between the 6RF 035 187F and the 6RF 035 187B (the "F" vs. "B" Version). Does anyone have more insight into the differences and atvantages vs disatvantages ? Thanks, Jannis
Congratulations for your video! Great Presentation! I have vw golf sportsvan 2016 with infotainment MIB 1, could I put something and convert MIB 1 so that I can mirror my mobile?
You can literally get a radio tuner app on your phone that works with Apple CarPlay or android auto and you’ll have your digital radio right there, so yeah you technically lose digital radio in the unit itself but you still have the option for digital radio through Apple CarPlay, or android auto That’s what I do although I mostly stream with Pandora music or TH-cam music so either way, but sometimes I use the radio tuner app on an Apple CarPlay and it’s really good?
i bought a 187b desay and i regret it sometimes it just won’t connect to carplay and in cold weather the radio will restart multiple times, does the 187f have thos problems?
I’m not too familiar with car parts in general. I have a 2009 MK5 GTI. So I understand I need the FAKRA adapter, a CAN bud gateway upgrade, and a quad lock adapter for steering controls. The is issue is I have no idea what to actually buy or if I’m even buying the right thing haha. Mainly the FAKRA and CAN bus upgrade. Would you mind linking me some items?
Thank you for a great video. Tired of waiting for VW to provide map or software upgrade for the factory RNS315 in 1 2016 Amarok (don't think these exist in the US) I'm in the early stages of researching a hardware upgrade. It seems One the RCD330 variant might be be the solution. However for a newbie (with an Android phone) who hasn't yet seen or really understand what Carplay or Android Auto is, could anyone clear up the following? Will the phone, audio playback, GPS or map or camera functionality for any of the models described, integrate with the dash display and steering wheel controls as the factory RNS315 did? I'm assuming that if I choose carefully, phone integration might, audio playback might, and reversing camera will? But that map functionality won't? So if maps are provided by phone and app integration are spoken instructions still heard? Finally in addition to the different variants described in this video, I have also seen other model names such RCD340 RCD410, and RCD440. What significance if any, are these if only perhaps to equate to 187x variants. PS I see that there's now 187G?
Thank you so much for this helpful info. I had after-market speaker system installed but kept my factory head unit (don't like the look or UI of aftermarket systems) . Any advice on doing this upgrade with my set-up?
I just want to know: Does it work with the integrated (at least in Europe) USB port in the central console? And... does it work with the original backup camera?
Tristan -I hope you can help me! I have a 2015 VW BEETLE. I want CarPlay and a rear view camera. What exactly do I need to buy and what tools do I need?
Quick question, if my golf already has a reverse camera installed stock not aftermarket will I still need the adapter or is the adapter only needed for aftermarket reverse cameras ? Great video thanks
Great video explaining. Which model do you recommend for a Golf mk5 2008 with stock navigation unit? Apple carplay and android auto is a must. Please reply my comment. 🙏✌️
Hey Tris, great video! Can you please provide information about how VW OPS work with this multimedia? Also if it`s possible can you share a link with us for purchase?
hello there, fantastic video, thanks alot! Quick questions... on the Seat leon mk 2 (2010) do I need a bus CAN and will my existing 12v outlet still work? Thanks!
I upgraded to a RCD330+ just before this video. It was a struggle to find one with Android Auto, because I didn’t even knew there are models by Viseon. Still I got lucky with the „no name“ one. Also the RCD 330+ does feature multitouch, I think CarPlay just doesn’t support it, as it does work quite well on Google Maps with Android Auto
Are you happy with the unit? how is the quality of the display, is it bright enough? Does the Android Auto work? How good is the radio receiver, is it as good as OEM?
@@artandsoul11 Hey actually I'm super happy with this unit. You'll just need to be sure that it supports android Auto as well. Many only work with Carplay. I think the "Noname" ones should be fine tho. The screen quality is actually better than I thought. The radio function bothers me as there are no covers for the Stations, but in general the reception is fine I think. I Hardly listen to Radio so I don't have a lot of experience with it and it probably differs from other countries as I'm in a region with pretty good coverage
Hello Tristan, I've noticed many options are not available for my 2018 VW Jetta S. Do you know of any models that include steering wheel controls and rear camera function. Thanks
if you don't mind me asking, which model did you get and how well does it work in the Toledo? I have a 2013 Skoda rapid which the same car and I'm looking at installing one of these, do your steering wheel controls/maxidot/parking sensors still work if your car has them?
Question. I still like the cd/ DVD function so I would buy an oem unit from a junk yard that sells one. So my question is how does an oem head unit compared to the one you installed on your car?
Thanks for this video, great detail. I purchased the same as you but I am unable to get any sound from the unit, any ideas? Parking sensors and other sounds work fine but nothing from the unit.
is there a model that offers RDS on the FM radio? I constantly travel between cities and when I not listening to the radio hate it when I have to manually change stations.
Very informative and detailed video, thanks 🙏🏻 Would you or any viewers have a comment on the audio quality and FM reception of these (expecially the ”F” model) compared to etc. original Skoda radios ? Does these units sound as good as the original models they would be replacing ?
FM radio quality is pretty good from this thing. I have the 187F and it has a duel antenna to single antenna adapter that it comes with. This means no DAB radio but the standard FM quality is pretty good. I have a radio tuner app that I use on apple CarPlay which allows for DAB radio quality and I stream Pandora and TH-cam music mostly so the radio quality was never a concern for me. The unit is pretty great overall.
@@velvetrooster5569 okay the only other thing is the adapter he shows in the video has one wire going to the double end part but I can only find the adapters that have 2 wires going to the double end also because the one I bought doesn’t come with the adapter
Tristen, I know you did this video a few years ago but I hope you get this question. I have a 2014 Beetle with the 1K0 035 188 H stereo. Will the RCD330 work on this application
Just ordered a 6RF 035 187F from Ali express. What will the battery drainage be like on my VW polo? Would it be worth getting an adapter just to be safe?
Hi Tristan, thank you for this video, great job. I have a Tiguan and I have installed a 360 pro, which the only thing that does not work is the camera, but the supplier provided a drawing where I need to bypass the camera modul to have video feed. However will I have the guidelines or not?
This is the most informative video out there on these units. Thank you so much.
This is the best video explaining the situation with RCD330. Don't understand why it's not the very first in search list.
"Enjoy the video?" Dude, I absolutely love it!
I dont have a VW, Seat, or Skoda, and dont plan on buying one, but for some reason im still here watching this video, great video for people that do so GG my dude
Simple as this for anyone that got here after 1 year of the video launching, buy NONAME revision B it’s the cheapest and has Android Auto and CarPlay (prices are going up since this radios are not being produced anymore), or buy NONAME revision F with Multi-Touch (which is the biggest difference and update) but doesn’t work right in Apple CarPlay somehow, any other revision is just a money grab, cheers for the great video explaining all the versions that existed up to your video!
Man, I was literally lost searching for the right unit. If there only was more hq content as you make..Huge thumbs up👍👋
Sometimes there’s some videos that be running laps on other videos, and this is one of them,
More life to you❤❤
Awesome video mate. So much valuable information regarding this unit especially considering there are so many variations of this unit which if I did not know. I would have bought the wrong one if not for your video. Very much appreciated :-)
Awesome video dude! Great information on all the models. You saved me from buying a RCD360.
hey bro make video on installing back up camera on this specific unit please
Much love from South Africa ❤️🇿🇦
That's the best video i've seen on VAG radios, thanks.
I'm sold, after watching your tutorial I'm getting one asap
Very useful video, thanks very much. One very minor point, at 2:08mins, the sign you've used for 'less than' $300 is actually the one for 'greater than'. It should be $300. ;)
Thanks for the most comprehensive video on the 330!
Thanks for posting this. One thing though - internet radio is not a direct substitute for a satellite radio (DAB) tuner, which doesn't eat into your data allowance.
Great video!! I'd be happy to hear any relevant updates, 2 years after this was recorded. Is the 187F still the best recommended? What is the 187G? Are these units OEM or close knock offs? I am specifically curious about the quality of the FM radio receiver component which tends to be great on OEM but really garbage on aftermarket Android units. Also - how well does the screen do in direct sunlight (huge windscreen of the SEAT Alhambra)? I've looked at a few videos, everyone is showing CarPlay - I haven't seen a single demo of Android Auto. Does it work? Any evidence that it does? Can you recommend a seller? Is Lemon Shark a seller or manufacturer? Know anything about them? OK, I have flooded you with questions. I hope you can help with some... Cheers!
Thanks dude! I was looking for a head unit for my Fabia and your video helped me.
Thanks again mate.
Very important thing, many users reported on rcd330plus forum that the desay models in cold weather conditions is glitching on cold boot, got mine 187B noname for mk5 with canbus adapter for 250$ on aliexpress, best purchase ever
Good to know! One of the reasons I avoided the Desay version and got the more expensive "Visteon" version instead!
There seems to be a new model with no aux a scan button where the mic would be and the mic is moved to the bottom left middle is sd card and right side usb a. Can you cover that model please?
Great video. Very informative and you are a well spoken young man. Good luck on your TH-cam Chanel. This car radio looks awesome. Thinking of swapping the one in my vw passat 2015 for this one because of the carplay. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Hii
I have 2015 Passat as well did you end up swapping it? If so where did you buy it ! I want to pull the trigger as well any help would be great
Just got mine and the I got the F model and it’s really nice.
You did a great job!! I was very confused about all these annotation A,B.. thx a lot for information
Thanks for making this! It helped me understand quite a bit!
Does anyone know if these units would be a suitable replacement for a Bolero headset in a Skoda Yeti 2015? Thanks in advance. Great video by the way! 🙏
Awesome Tristan. Thank you very much for this information. Especially the detailed explaination of all different models.
Much love from Switzerland
It worked perfectly for me on my VW Scirocco R of 2012
do you have Dynaudio installed ?
Wow, that's is a really great and informative Video! The best I could find cause I'm looking to get a RCD330 right now :)
Your old radio looks like mine in my 2014 Tiguan. Except mine doesn't have Sirius. Since the instructions and our radios look the same, Iʻm excited.
Great video. Very informative. Is there a way to use the existing usb connectors in the car with this radio? I’m not a fan of having the cable come out the front.
All the info needed in one place, and then some.
Why did I just watch the whole thing, I don't even have a VAG car, the video was so interesting though!
Great video Tristan!
Great video! Found out about these systems but could not find a lot of information about them. This is all you need to know. Thanks!
Have you ever considered writing encyclopedias? Excellent vid.
Best video on the subject. Thanks dude
Bro, this is awesome, I’ve been searching all over and this vid answers most of my Q’s!
Is it possible to have 2 apps running at the same time? Say maps and Spotify ? I do this often on my phone
It is as actually!
So much effort put into this video. Thank you so much.
Hi, great video! What radio would you recommend for a Golf 5 2008 under 150€? Android auto and carplay...and where to buy...??
You are absolute LEGEND!
Hello thanks a lot for your video, it is really helpful. I have one question if you could help me : my seat leon 2012 doesn’t have a Bluetooth module installed ( block 77-Telephone not showing in vcds) can i still install this unit and use it as intended or do i have to install the Bluetooth module first ? Thanks a lot
Great video!
I’m wondering why my Skoda Octavia 2014 wasn’t in the list.
I have the really basic unit with no screen. Just cd player, USB, AUX.
Can I get one of these units?
Hello Everyone ! I am thinking about getting a RCD 330 Plus but I don`t understand the difference between the 6RF 035 187F and the 6RF 035 187B (the "F" vs. "B" Version).
Does anyone have more insight into the differences and atvantages vs disatvantages ?
Thanks, Jannis
Hi Tris.
Thanks for the awesome video.
One simple question, after an year, how it's going and working the headunit?
Thanks
Good video man. Does the air conditioning details come up on the screen?
An amazing video. Thanks. What about the Lemon Shark RCD360 PRO? I am thinking of getting one for my Golf MK5.
I have same question
Great job Tristan. Very informative and well researched .
Congratulations for your video! Great Presentation! I have vw golf sportsvan 2016 with infotainment MIB 1, could I put something and convert MIB 1 so that I can mirror my mobile?
Oh, didn’t realize I’d lose digital radio with this unit. Still seems worth it to get CarPlay. 👍🏽
You can literally get a radio tuner app on your phone that works with Apple CarPlay or android auto and you’ll have your digital radio right there, so yeah you technically lose digital radio in the unit itself but you still have the option for digital radio through Apple CarPlay, or android auto That’s what I do although I mostly stream with Pandora music or TH-cam music so either way, but sometimes I use the radio tuner app on an Apple CarPlay and it’s really good?
Okay okay great video best video but where can I get the one you installed on your car
Very detailed and helpful video. But I would desire to know if there is an upgrade for the new variants of VP ( I am having a 2019 Polo AW1)
Great video!! I've got a question on the 330. Does it support voice activation. Like asking it to call someone off your phone or playing music??
i bought a 187b desay and i regret it sometimes it just won’t connect to carplay and in cold weather the radio will restart multiple times, does the 187f have thos problems?
I’m not too familiar with car parts in general. I have a 2009 MK5 GTI. So I understand I need the FAKRA adapter, a CAN bud gateway upgrade, and a quad lock adapter for steering controls. The is issue is I have no idea what to actually buy or if I’m even buying the right thing haha. Mainly the FAKRA and CAN bus upgrade. Would you mind linking me some items?
Hi Tristan, thank you, so much info.
My son has a 2012 VW Passat. We live in Australia.
What would be the best model for his car with Apple CP?
Can you give a link for the screen you bought?
yes plz^^^^^ did u ever find one?
Thank you for a great video. Tired of waiting for VW to provide map or software upgrade for the factory RNS315 in 1 2016 Amarok (don't think these exist in the US) I'm in the early stages of researching a hardware upgrade. It seems One the RCD330 variant might be be the solution. However for a newbie (with an Android phone) who hasn't yet seen or really understand what Carplay or Android Auto is, could anyone clear up the following? Will the phone, audio playback, GPS or map or camera functionality for any of the models described, integrate with the dash display and steering wheel controls as the factory RNS315 did? I'm assuming that if I choose carefully, phone integration might, audio playback might, and reversing camera will? But that map functionality won't? So if maps are provided by phone and app integration are spoken instructions still heard? Finally in addition to the different variants described in this video, I have also seen other model names such RCD340 RCD410, and RCD440. What significance if any, are these if only perhaps to equate to 187x variants.
PS I see that there's now 187G?
Are any of the radios compatible with the VW Fender stereo system? I have a 2014 VW Passat TDI SEL Premium. Thanks
I know it is probably shown in the video but will the touchscreen you installed fit in a 2011 vw jetta se that has the stock touchscreen
Thank you so much for this helpful info. I had after-market speaker system installed but kept my factory head unit (don't like the look or UI of aftermarket systems) . Any advice on doing this upgrade with my set-up?
I believe it should work, if the factory headunit worked the new one will too!
Very very informative video. Thank you. I’ve a 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid. Which model should I buy?
the RCD330 also fits RCD300 radio cutouts
Nice job on the video. Looking to add one of these to my 2011 GTI. Thanks
I hope this video gets more views because it answered so many questions. does siri activate when you press assistant button on steering wheel?
Yes it does, as long as your car has steering wheel controls! No modification required!
Very informative video 😊😊
I just want to know: Does it work with the integrated (at least in Europe) USB port in the central console? And... does it work with the original backup camera?
Tristan -I hope you can help me! I have a 2015 VW BEETLE. I want CarPlay and a rear view camera. What exactly do I need to buy and what tools do I need?
Great comprehensive video thank you so much
Quick question, if my golf already has a reverse camera installed stock not aftermarket will I still need the adapter or is the adapter only needed for aftermarket reverse cameras ? Great video thanks
Great video explaining. Which model do you recommend for a Golf mk5 2008 with stock navigation unit? Apple carplay and android auto is a must. Please reply my comment. 🙏✌️
Hey Tris, great video!
Can you please provide information about how VW OPS work with this multimedia?
Also if it`s possible can you share a link with us for purchase?
He really put work in there and it shows. Thanks a lot 🙏
Hi there, do you have a link to a video a rear view camera adapter installation?
You saved my life! :D Thank you! :)
By chance, do you still have the link as to where you got yours from? I keep finding the 187B but want the 187F
Is the harness connector universal or does it have to be specific to VW? For aftermarket player.
hello there, fantastic video, thanks alot! Quick questions... on the Seat leon mk 2 (2010) do I need a bus CAN and will my existing 12v outlet still work? Thanks!
Does this work with a scirocco 3 facelift(2014-2017)? Mine has a rcd 310 but your list says it works only with sciroccos from 2009-2015
I upgraded to a RCD330+ just before this video. It was a struggle to find one with Android Auto, because I didn’t even knew there are models by Viseon. Still I got lucky with the „no name“ one. Also the RCD 330+ does feature multitouch, I think CarPlay just doesn’t support it, as it does work quite well on Google Maps with Android Auto
Are you happy with the unit? how is the quality of the display, is it bright enough? Does the Android Auto work? How good is the radio receiver, is it as good as OEM?
@@artandsoul11 Hey actually I'm super happy with this unit. You'll just need to be sure that it supports android Auto as well. Many only work with Carplay. I think the "Noname" ones should be fine tho. The screen quality is actually better than I thought. The radio function bothers me as there are no covers for the Stations, but in general the reception is fine I think. I Hardly listen to Radio so I don't have a lot of experience with it and it probably differs from other countries as I'm in a region with pretty good coverage
Hello Tristan, I've noticed many options are not available for my 2018 VW Jetta S. Do you know of any models that include steering wheel controls and rear camera function. Thanks
Hey man great video!
what should I need to install rear camera on the original unit for Skoda Rapid 2018\Skoda Fabia 2019?
thanks man!!
I used this video as a listening test as I'm studying English B2 lol
Great job, nice and clear video
The SEAT logo can be coded, I have it on my Toledo ;)
if you don't mind me asking, which model did you get and how well does it work in the Toledo? I have a 2013 Skoda rapid which the same car and I'm looking at installing one of these, do your steering wheel controls/maxidot/parking sensors still work if your car has them?
I got a question i got a 187B buy i got no aux in the middle i got a sd card port its also from dc
Question. I still like the cd/ DVD function so I would buy an oem unit from a junk yard that sells one. So my question is how does an oem head unit compared to the one you installed on your car?
Thanks for this video, great detail. I purchased the same as you but I am unable to get any sound from the unit, any ideas? Parking sensors and other sounds work fine but nothing from the unit.
I have a factory back camera as an option will it work?
Yes
is there a model that offers RDS on the FM radio? I constantly travel between cities and when I not listening to the radio hate it when I have to manually change stations.
Very informative and detailed video, thanks 🙏🏻 Would you or any viewers have a comment on the audio quality and FM reception of these (expecially the ”F” model) compared to etc. original Skoda radios ? Does these units sound as good as the original models they would be replacing ?
FM radio quality is pretty good from this thing. I have the 187F and it has a duel antenna to single antenna adapter that it comes with. This means no DAB radio but the standard FM quality is pretty good. I have a radio tuner app that I use on apple CarPlay which allows for DAB radio quality and I stream Pandora and TH-cam music mostly so the radio quality was never a concern for me. The unit is pretty great overall.
@@velvetrooster5569 do you mean a single to a dual or is the 187f a duel to single
@@steamieratom3328 single din and single antenna plug. Most VW cars have the dual plug but they come with the adapter.
@@velvetrooster5569 okay the only other thing is the adapter he shows in the video has one wire going to the double end part but I can only find the adapters that have 2 wires going to the double end also because the one I bought doesn’t come with the adapter
@@velvetrooster5569 also appreciate the response back thank you
sir, liked your comparison of models.
Tristen, I know you did this video a few years ago but I hope you get this question. I have a 2014 Beetle with the
1K0 035 188 H stereo. Will the RCD330 work on this application
Just ordered a 6RF 035 187F from Ali express. What will the battery drainage be like on my VW polo? Would it be worth getting an adapter just to be safe?
I have a pre facelift 2007 Passat, i want to have apple carplay but idc about a rear view camera or an atenna, which should i buy?
what about my pre installed parking sensors ?, do they just work automatically?
Do you have any idea if the canbus upgrade can be done by VCDS?
Hi Tristan, thank you for this video, great job. I have a Tiguan and I have installed a 360 pro, which the only thing that does not work is the camera, but the supplier provided a drawing where I need to bypass the camera modul to have video feed. However will I have the guidelines or not?
I have 2010 Tiguan 4motion, what are exact parts do I need, and where do I get them from? Great video and content, thank you so much
Hey there, quick question would you know if the same model you installed would work on a 2017 Jetta?
I really appreciate the help
Awesome video mate. I'm interested in how the sound quality is,
did it remain the same as with the previous unit?
Only question, would it work with fender audio? Just wanna make sure, amazing bud dude!