Phatbox

Post by **DaveP** » Mon Dec 20, 2004 11:08 am

Installed my Phatnoise Phatbox recently....

First impressions are that it's very nice....much easier to use than I thought it was going to be, the voices are pretty decent (although I need to slow it down a touch as it sounds like she's on speed at the moment).

Install was a piece of cake, I've cut out a small hole in the cover where the cartridge sticks out and it looks ok IMO...shame it has to stick out at all though.

Was ordered from the states to take advantage of the current exchange rate! - although obviously you still have to pay import tax..

More impressions when I've used it a bit more...

Post by **peterb** » Mon Dec 20, 2004 12:28 pm

DaveP wrote:Install was a piece of cake, I've cut out a small hole in the cover where the cartridge sticks out and it looks ok IMO...shame it has to stick out at all though.

In the RS6, I found that there was just enough space to move the PhatBox back in the cd changer mounting bracket, allowing me to close the side locker without cutting any holes.

Was ordered from the states to take advantage of the current exchange rate! - although obviously you still have to pay import tax...

I'll bet you paid a lot less than I did in May 2003!

Post by **TWH** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 11:34 am

How much does it cost to buy in this country, and indeed how much from the states at the moment as I'm thinking about swapping my cd changer out for the phatbox?

And is there definitely no way to fit it in the RS4 boot without cutting holes cause that will probably put a stop to proceedings?!

Post by **DaveP** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 11:52 am

I think in this country, you pretty much have to buy it from the dealers...I think they're something silly like 699 quid (!) Mine was $349...plus shipping, plus import duty.

As for the fitting...I don't think it'll push back any further into the standard CD changer hole, mainly due to the connector on the back of the unit. Some people opt to fit them so they are visible on the side of the boot interior. The cutting I've done is just in the cover, so I can get hold of another cover if I take it out if I sell the car.

Post by **PhilT** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 12:38 pm

Can you post a pic of what you have cut?

Post by **bjacks** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 1:23 pm

I should have one on the way soon also. How much did you get nailed on import tax?

Cheers

Ben

Post by **gavsteryoung** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 3:02 pm

DaveP

What system is the Phatbox working with. Navi+ ?

I want to get one but I have heard that the voice anounce of tracks does not work with the Navi but I could be ready into things wrong.

cheers

Gav

Post by **DaveP** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 3:16 pm

Import tax was 90 quid...tried to get the guys in the states to mark the value as less, but they wouldn't do it because of insurance purposes.

I've got it working with Symphony....but it does work with Navi+ - although the controls are obviously different - my mate has it fitted in his S8 with Navi+ - Craigyb on here - PM him if you need details but I've heard the voice announce working.

Will take a pic and post...

Post by **PhilT** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 3:33 pm

Will take a pic and post...

Just interested as there is a cover for the CD compartment that buldges outward, OEM part for RS4's with Nav+ IIRC.

Post by **DaveP** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 4:15 pm

Here it is...

Post by **bjacks** » Tue Dec 21, 2004 4:37 pm

£90 tax on a value of less than £200? That is pure theft.

Nice clean boot mate, install looks neat.

Phil, I don't think the Nav+ compartment is any bigger but I'll have a look.

Cheers

Ben

Post by **bjacks** » Wed Dec 22, 2004 4:05 pm

Well, it's on the way

How can I attach a pic of my cubby hole cover? My attachbox has reached it's limit apparently.
Dave, does yours have a bulge in it?

Post by **peterb** » Wed Dec 22, 2004 5:17 pm

gavsteryoung wrote:What system is the Phatbox working with. Navi+ ?

Mine's working with the Nav+ in the RS6 - no problems.

Post by **gavsteryoung** » Wed Dec 22, 2004 5:37 pm

PeterB

Can you tell me if the voice system works?
And is the artist and track name displayed on the screen?

cheers

Gav

Post by **DaveP** » Wed Dec 22, 2004 5:44 pm

Nope, no bulge in mine...

The Navi+ doesn't show track/artist names if I remember correctly....there's only a few headunits that can do that I think..not of which are standard Audi.

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