Eonon D5151

[Alejandr0]

Just wondering if you guys came across this!.... I'm signing up!

http://www.mazdas247.com/forum/showthread.php?123827521-New-Group-Buy-for-Eonon-D5151-Mazda-3-Car-DVD-GPS-with-ARM-Processor-amp-Cooler-UI

[leecheefoto]

I like how they fast forward the video for demo.

[Pokaroo Kris]

I wonder if it's possible to do a group buy here?

[leecheefoto]

I wonder if it's possible to do a group buy here?

Somebody tried to start one, not a lot of interest.

[Alejandr0]

Somebody tried to start one, not a lot of interest.

Thats why I'm going to jump on the group buy at mazda 247 or the mazda 3 forums as they both have group buys going on right now.

[Pokaroo Kris]

Thats why I'm going to jump on the group buy at mazda 247 or the mazda 3 forums as they both have group buys going on right now.

Well, I wouldn't be able to join that group buy now, but I hope you write a review about it when you get it and test it out. If it's a good review I may just purchase one from the site when I'm ready.

[Alejandr0]

will do!.

[Seshan]

Ah, I was waiting for this to come out, now I'll just wait for the reviews :P

*edit* nvm, this isn't the one for the Gen2, Guess I'm still waiting.

[Pokaroo Kris]

Too bad it does have the LED strips on either side like the previous version :(

Dah well, you win some, you lose some.

[Alejandr0]

Ordered my unit and it should be delivered next week... Just in time as well as now it's showing as sold out. The reviews over at the Mazda 3 forums seem to be very good so I'm expecting peace of mind. Will update when I get it!.

[Pokaroo Kris]

:pop

[Alejandr0]

Of course this would happen to me and my luck lol.... Taxes and duties here we go.... any idea what the amount will be? I called FedEx and they said that it's declared as a flat panel display for $166 USD and that customs is just determining what the amount that I'll have to pay will be. I tried calling the CBSA but they're closed until Monday at 8am.

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/1060/shiet.jpg

[S.F.W.]

You are likely looking at $75 in fees.
$10 duty
$25 in tax
$32 FedEx brokerage fee
$7 FedEx disbursement fee

[Alejandr0]

Fak!... I hope you're wrong... They said they'll call for payment before delivery if its more than $50, we'll see I guess.

[S.F.W.]

Fak!... I hope you're wrong... They said they'll call for payment before delivery if its more than $50, we'll see I guess.
Fedex usually asks for payment of taxes up front, then sends you a bill for the other fees.
Check out finalcost .com and you will see I am correct.

[ds08tf]

I ordered a unit as well I will share my review and difficulties if any with the install. I had a D5102 and was fairly impressed although I gifted it to my gf who has a mazda 3 and got myself the upgrade.

[Alejandr0]

I ordered a unit as well I will share my review and difficulties if any with the install. I had a D5102 and was fairly impressed although I gifted it to my gf who has a mazda 3 and got myself the upgrade.

Hope you don't encounter the same luck with customs!...
@S.F.G the fees may be lower if they take into account the $20 shipping charge.

[Alejandr0]

http://img41.imageshack.us/img41/1060/shiet.jpg

I just noticed the "time travel" my pkg did here.... How was it in Mississauga at 520pm and at the local FedEx facility in HK at 11pm?.... All times are shown in EST so I'm a little confused here lol

[Timotee]

Hi Alejandro,

The tracking information only shows that Fedex HKG has transmitted the outbound manifest to Fedex Canada for pre-arrival customs processing. The outward foreign manifest from Fedex HKG has been transmitted to Fedex Canada which will in turn serve as their inward foreign manifest. The goods are not physically here yet, just the customs data.

Hope this helps. :)

Regards,

Tim

[Alejandr0]

Hi Alejandro,

The tracking information only shows that Fedex HKG has transmitted the outbound manifest to Fedex Canada for pre-arrival customs processing. The outward foreign manifest from Fedex HKG has been transmitted to Fedex Canada which will in turn serve as their inward foreign manifest. The goods are not physically here yet, just the customs data.

Hope this helps. :)

Regards,

Tim

That indeed does explain a lot. Thank you!.

[Alejandr0]

Hi Alejandro,

The tracking information only shows that Fedex HKG has transmitted the outbound manifest to Fedex Canada for pre-arrival customs processing. The outward foreign manifest from Fedex HKG has been transmitted to Fedex Canada which will in turn serve as their inward foreign manifest. The goods are not physically here yet, just the customs data.

Hope this helps. :)

Regards,

Tim

Apparently it's cleared and what you explained makes even more sense.
http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/5416/46285445.jpg

[Timotee]

You will see a lot of clearance updates in tracking histories, same with any other courier. They make sure that delays are transparent to you as well. What is most exciting here is when you track your shipment on the 27th, it shows.........."At local Fedex facility".......after that......"On Fedex vehicle for delivery". Been doing it for a while, working in distribution and logistics.

[Alejandr0]

Awesome!, thanks again.

[Alejandr0]

ok after some research reading, i'm growing concerned about the CAN BUS and LCD function in my car. As far as I know, I don't have the CAN BUS plug separate from the main harness, so does this mean that most likely I will loose everything (time, backlight and anything else) on my car? Would I need to do something prior if I'd like to retain this function?. I've attached a pic of when I hooked up my GRom adapter so you can see the only plugs I have.

http://img90.imageshack.us/img90/8718/img1842p.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

What year is yours?

Nevermind, I just checked your profile. From what I've read. Years 04, and 05 can't retain the LCD with any after market unit. If I'm not mistaken, the LCD is somehow one piece with the stock unit.

[greaves82]

What year is yours?

His profile say 2005

[Alejandr0]

His profile says 2005

yes it is.

[Alejandr0]

What year is yours?

Nevermind, I just checked your profile. From what I've read. Years 04, and 05 can't retain the LCD with any after market unit. If I'm not mistaken, the LCD is somehow one piece with the stock unit.

well that kind of sucks. Anything I can do with this LCD or it's space?, yes the LCD is plugged into the side of the HU, like this :

http://imageshack.us/a/img820/5723/photomar24161841.jpg

[Alejandr0]

oh man, sorry for the HUGE pic!!! any way to edit?

[leungalv]

well that kind of sucks. Anything I can do with this LCD or it's space?

your best bet is probably the Metra dash kit :)

[Alejandr0]

im curious to see if i can at least work out something with the illumination, I don't really like how it looks with a pocket up there.

[ds08tf]

im curious to see if i can at least work out something with the illumination, I don't really like how it looks with a pocket up there.

I'm putting a small blue led in the pocket cause mine is a 2004 so no light or anything either... wish I could do something more. I was thinking a small rectangular clock that I could stick on would be great if it was like a soft neon... but I don't know if that exists...

[vip3r87]

I drive the same year as you, and found how to illuminate the stock LCD with the eonon unit

There is a black and red wire on the LCD harness. What I did was ground the black and attached the red wire to a switched 12v source. I used the cigarette lighter wires and tapped into there

Better than nothing and real easy to do!

[Alejandr0]

I drive the same year as you, and found how to illuminate the stock LCD with the eonon unit

There is a black and red wire on the LCD harness. What I did was ground the black and attached the red wire to a switched 12v source. I used the cigarette lighter wires and tapped into there

Better than nothing and real easy to do!

Amazing!... I will attempt this and may ask you a question or 2 if I run into any trouble. Thanks!.

[vip3r87]

Amazing!... I will attempt this and may ask you a question or 2 if I run into any trouble. Thanks!.

NP man. The wires are really thin. Bring a 9v battery with you to double check wire colors. If you have the right positive&negative the screen will light up!


Good luck man!

[Alejandr0]

It's here!... won't install until Friday so I will update then!!...

http://imageshack.us/a/img715/5994/img1871fl.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

Wow-wee! Can't wait to see it! You got it pretty quick!

[Alejandr0]

I did, pretty impressed with that. 4 business days to be exact. Kinda ticked off that I had to pay $44 tax/duties but oh well... connecting everything makes me think that tucking all this is gonna be "fun".

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/5900/img1874um.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

How did the install go? Did you do what vip3r87 suggested to get your LCD to work?

[Alejandr0]

How did the install go? Did you do what vip3r87 suggested to get your LCD to work?

I havent installed it yet but I did test it out. Radio works as advertised, fully digital and different options for tuning (DX - LOC). Steering wheel controls work without modifying anything. iPod interface is awesome and was able to browse my playlists, artists, songs, etc and played without a hitch. Bluetooth works flawless, we paired up mine and my gf iPhone 5 (keep in mind that only 1 at a time can be paired) and they worked just fine... Since the mic is on the unit you may have to speak up a bit. GPS was able to find me in a matter of seconds and it's features are plenty. The amber/red colour matches the rest of the dash perfectly. I will install it fully tmrw, take plenty of pics and give further details, I've also pm'd vip3r87 about wiring the LCD because for the life of me I cant figure out which is power and ground from that harness, so I asked him what wires he tapped into.

[Alejandr0]

http://imageshack.us/a/img832/1568/img1879bh.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

I think I'm more anxious about this install than you are :chuckle

[Alejandr0]

might as well post this little gem in case anyone ever needs it.
http://img708.imageshack.us/img708/6807/lcdim.jpg

[Alejandr0]

Here it is, my full detailed review and installation process of the Eonon D5151 - it was an awesome day out so I figured might as well take my time and enjoy the weather while I'm at it. I will post pics with descriptions and let the pics speak for themselves as well and provide my opinion of the unit at the end. So without further a due, i give to you.... a $hi7 load of pics:

First and foremost was trying to figure out a way to illuminate the LCD screen above the HU as us 04-05 Non CAN-BUS owners have no way of keeping it. Those of you that do have the can-bus system will retain it fully and it will display the proper mode you are in as well such as radio, navi sys, etc. So here is the LCD wiring that connects to the back of the HU
http://imageshack.us/a/img692/5708/img1883ql.jpg

After some research and tips from Vip3r87 I figured out which wires to tap into
http://imageshack.us/a/img577/3881/img1884x.jpg

Testing it - LCD OFF
http://imageshack.us/a/img35/3946/img1889b.jpg

Testing it - LCD ON
http://imageshack.us/a/img23/7034/img1888ss.jpg

So after this I headed outside and pretty much dismantled the entire centre console
http://imageshack.us/a/img441/4526/img1890ft.jpg

Next came figuring where to tap into to illuminate the LCD. Several of you suggested that I do it through the cig. lighter but i figured that since I only wanted the LCD on when I turn on the lights, I tap into the cig. lighter "light". Here's a pic testing it out:
http://imageshack.us/a/img9/2311/img1892ld.jpg

And since it worked, cleaned it up afterwards
http://imageshack.us/a/img708/4210/img1893e.jpg

Next came the GPS antenna placement, pretty much an obvious choice:
http://imageshack.us/a/img822/8798/img1894pw.jpg

Here we are test fitting and making sure things are going as planned
http://imageshack.us/a/img14/7454/img1895yd.jpg

Now it was time for the iPod cable. I pondered the thought of drilling a hole into the side of the glovebox but decided against it and routed the cable through the ashtray pocket instead. I removed the bulb holder, the bulb itself and the ashtray and fed the cable like this - and an iPod touch fits in nicely
http://imageshack.us/a/img203/8691/img1896l.jpg

Now lets turn on this bad boy before we start slapping things together
http://imageshack.us/a/img22/2949/img1897gt.jpg

Since that went well here it is pushed in with the wires at the back tucked - not as easy since its a lot of wires and cables. At the bottom you can see the iPod cable
http://imageshack.us/a/img854/1167/img1898ym.jpg

All put back together - huge sigh of relief lol
http://imageshack.us/a/img577/838/img1899yr.jpg

Now onto the features. First the radio - works perfect, sounds awesome, reception is fine.... what else do you need? - You can change the colours of the unit for a total of 8 colours. I like the stock look
http://imageshack.us/a/img96/4092/img1902bk.jpg

Next up, BlueTooth. Received a phone call through the unit and was able to hear the other person clearly and vice versa
http://imageshack.us/a/img713/1323/img1900wa.jpg

Alright, GPS. Was able to find me fine and figure out a route in a matter of seconds, very impressive actually. There are several functions you can personalize in the menu, here is an example - since I need to head to lockdown tomorrow morning I asked for the quickest route without highways
http://imageshack.us/a/img43/9615/img1901oi.jpg

Next up is the iPod. The pic speaks for itself. Works perfect, I can control it through the steering wheel (just like all the rest of the other modes) and does pretty much whatever you tell it to through the screen
http://imageshack.us/a/img594/4094/img1903m.jpg

So far so good, so the last thing to test - which should've been the first. Was that the LCD still worked as I intended it to and voila
http://imageshack.us/a/img255/7224/img1904ap.jpg

All set:
http://imageshack.us/a/img534/5842/img1905tk.jpg

In conclusion I'm very impressed with the unit. The sound quality is very good and better than the stock one. For all the features and the price there really is no comparison when it comes to keeping it as close to stock looks-wise. I'm very happy with the purchase. If you guys have any questions feel free to ask. Thanks again to everyone!.

[Alejandr0]

I forgot to mention that a TM3 decal will be going over that LCD just like the one on your top left corner at the moment. :D

[vip3r87]

I forgot to mention that a TM3 decal will be going over that LCD just like the one on your top left corner at the moment. :D

Good writeup man. Unit looks good. I want to upgrade to that version from my d5102, but not sure if its worth it

[Simon99]

Wow, I had seen pictures of the first version, including the interface and everything, and let me tell you that I wasn't impressed. But after seeing all of this, I can definately say that I found my head unit ! Thanks alot !

If I may ask you, would you be able to give maybe a list of pros and cons after using the unit for a couple days ? Would be much appreciated !

[Alejandr0]

@Vip3r87 - I've only seen the 5102 in pics and videos but just the interface alone would make me want to switch. As for the technical side of things, the upgraded processor definitely makes things transition smoothly... no lag and pretty quick.

@Simon99 - Will do, I'll provide an update after a week of usage.

Here's a night time pic
http://img138.imageshack.us/img138/5264/img1907s.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

Looks really nice! By chance, you planning on having subs or back up cams installed? I was reading on the Eonon site that you have Sub control and wanna know how that is. But it looks really really nice! Would it be possible to put up a vid to see it all in action?

[Alejandr0]

Looks really nice! By chance, you planning on having subs or back up cams installed? I was reading on the Eonon site that you have Sub control and wanna know how that is. But it looks really really nice! Would it be possible to put up a vid to see it all in action?

Yea it really does look awesome. I don't plan on putting subs ATM. For now the sound the unit reproduces gives me just the right amount of bass... Who know what'll happen later. Hence I can't really comment about the sub ctrl but I know several members over at M3F have done it without probs, but others have so I don't really know without actually doing it myself. As for a vid. I'll make one once I've mastered this things features cuz if I make one know it'll be a mess of button pushing and touch screen scrolling lol.

[ds08tf]

I have a D5102 and am getting this version this week. I have a full sound system with upgraded speakers, amp, and stealth sub I will post a full writeup here to note the differences and if you'd like I can post a before and after video.
-D

[Alejandr0]

I have a D5102 and am getting this version this week. I have a full sound system with upgraded speakers, amp, and stealth sub I will post a full writeup here to note the differences and if you'd like I can post a before and after video.
-D

Yea by all means, the more the merrier!. BUT don't buy the included maps. This is the only reason I haven't put up a video myself. The included maps suck, I went with iGO instead and it is soooo much better. I'll be posting a video soon as well and provide an update after using it for a week.

[Pokaroo Kris]

Yea by all means, the more the merrier!. BUT don't buy the included maps. This is the only reason I haven't put up a video myself. The included maps suck, I went with iGO instead and it is soooo much better. I'll be posting a video soon as well and provide an update after using it for a week.

Thanks for the tip. You saved me $30 :) Btw, when I get my unit, I'm gonna be buggin you on how to put on iGO

[Alejandr0]

Thanks for the tip. You saved me $30 :) Btw, when I get my unit, I'm gonna be buggin you on how to put on iGO

Haha yea no worries. Ask away!, altho if you don't have it yet, you can prep a card ahead of time, just make sure it's at least a decent 4GB sd card.

[Pokaroo Kris]

Haha yea no worries. Ask away!, altho if you don't have it yet, you can prep a card ahead of time, just make sure it's at least a decent 4GB sd card.

Good to know. But acording to Eonon, I won't get it anytime soon. They're sold out.

[Alejandr0]

Good to know. But acording to Eonon, I won't get it anytime soon. They're sold out.

Ah, yes... They should have them back in stock by the end of next week according to their last announcement. Hopefully you followed the GB link!.

[Pokaroo Kris]

Oh, another question. I dunno if I read it right in the other forum, but does the dual zone function still work using another GPS?

[Alejandr0]

Oh, another question. I dunno if I read it right in the other forum, but does the dual zone function still work using another GPS?

If by dual zone u mean GPS directions and music playing at the same time then yes. That term kind of confuses me.

[ds08tf]

I'm having a hard time splicing the wires for my aftermarket door speakers in to the units wires... I got everything working yesterday except for the actual speakers... hmmmm
ps. My god there's a lot of wiring back there.

[Alejandr0]

I'm having a hard time splicing the wires for my aftermarket door speakers in to the units wires... I got everything working yesterday except for the actual speakers... hmmmm
ps. My god there's a lot of wiring back there.

Yes, A LOT of wires, do you have the units harness wiring schematics?

[ds08tf]

Yea I do. It's hard though cause I had the d5102 and I have the 2004 non-canbus model so I pretty much have to splice everything in manually. Because I have aftermarket speakers to I have the speaker wires running up to the headunit and splicing in there and then 3 sets of rcas for the headunit back to the amp for the speakers and sub and then the gps and backup camera cords.

[Alejandr0]

Yea I do. It's hard though cause I had the d5102 and I have the 2004 non-canbus model so I pretty much have to splice everything in manually. Because I have aftermarket speakers to I have the speaker wires running up to the headunit and splicing in there and then 3 sets of rcas for the headunit back to the amp for the speakers and sub and then the gps and backup camera cords.

Holy crap :s

[htc***]

Another review from Mazda3forum.

http://www.mazda3forums.com/showthread.php?t=421097

[Alejandr0]

Ok as promised, it's been a little over a week that I've had the unit and it is amazing. It does everything I need it to and more. It goes without say that it's not perfect - as is the case about the GPS software, but nothing a little downloading didn't fix. I've had experienced a couple of freezes but they happened after I changed something big like the units settings or modified the software but nothing a reboot wouldn't fix. Here's a video of a couple of it's feature but all in all, im very happy with this unit and for the price and stock look you cant go wrong.

LINKhttp://youtu.be/NU6tq5rp-3s

[Simon99]

Ok as promised, it's been a little over a week that I've had the unit and it is amazing. It does everything I need it to and more. It goes without say that it's not perfect - as is the case about the GPS software, but nothing a little downloading didn't fix. I've had experienced a couple of freezes but they happened after I changed something big like the units settings or modified the software but nothing a reboot wouldn't fix. Here's a video of a couple of it's feature but all in all, im very happy with this unit and for the price and stock look you cant go wrong.

LINKhttp://youtu.be/NU6tq5rp-3s

Wow thanks alot for that video man ! I just have a little question after that .. It has Internet Explorer ?

[Alejandr0]

Wow thanks alot for that video man ! I just have a little question after that .. It has Internet Explorer ?

Haha, yea... No clue why tho - it doesn't work. Ppl over at M3F have asked eonon directly and all they say is that it doesn't serve a purpose so I don't know why they'd leave it in the UI.

[Simon99]

Haha, yea... No clue why tho - it doesn't work. Ppl over at M3F have asked eonon directly and all they say is that it doesn't serve a purpose so I don't know why they'd leave it in the UI.

Ohh so you can't connect to a nearby wi-fi and browse the internet ?

[roachkillah]

<Alexandr0>thanks for the video. Just placed an order after watching it. Is there a website where I can read a tutorial on how to load the iGo maps to it. Or can u make a how-to :) . Thanks

[Alejandr0]

I'm pretty sure I can't post the link in here but you can get it either through navitotal . com or as a torrent, either way you would need the full iGO primo 2.4 version with northamerican maps. It's aprox 1.35 GB in size and it contains a .txt file with step by step instructions. if after following these steps you still need help then just let me know.

@Simon99 - who knows, maybe in the future it might serve a purpose if they offer a firmware update.

[Chaos]

Hey guys,

I have an 09 GT, based on what I have been reading, for a later model this would be a plug and play unit? Would I need to do any extra wiring. FYI - I have the basic stereo, 6 speakers, not bose...

Edit - I would also be able to keep all my LCD functions? correct?

Thanks,

[Alejandr0]

Hey guys,

I have an 09 GT, based on what I have been reading, for a later model this would be a plug and play unit? Would I need to do any extra wiring. FYI - I have the basic stereo, 6 speakers, not bose...

Edit - I would also be able to keep all my LCD functions? correct?

Thanks,

That's correct, it'll be plug and play so need to tap or modify any wiring. Also, you will retain all functions on the LCD.

[Chaos]

Sweet,

Thanks, I will be ordering soon!

[Chaos]

That's correct, it'll be plug and play so need to tap or modify any wiring. Also, you will retain all functions on the LCD.

PM'd

[Pokaroo Kris]

Nice vid. Ok, another question. When you pair your phone with the unit via bluetooth, can you run other audio apps on there? I.E. Shoutcast?

[Alejandr0]

Nice vid. Ok, another question. When you pair your phone with the unit via bluetooth, can you run other audio apps on there? I.E. Shoutcast?

Yup, I use it to stream tunein radio and it works flawlessly.

[Alejandr0]

not perfectly positioned as I'd like but it'll do... I like how this idea turned out.

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/9636/img1953km.jpg

[Pokaroo Kris]

not perfectly positioned as I'd like but it'll do... I like how this idea turned out.

http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/9636/img1953km.jpg

WICKED! I think that's the first time I've seen someone do that with their LCD.

[Tuscani01]

I took advantage of the nice weather today and installed mine. Did the same thing as you, connecting the LCD screen to the light bulb in the ashtray. Got everything put back together and working just fine... until I tried the steering wheel controls. Looked over to the side, and I forgot to plug in the CAN-BUS decoder. *facepalm*

Also, the GPS that the unit came with is complete garbage. I am going to attempt to load my Garmin maps onto it. Hopefully that works out.

[Alejandr0]

WICKED! I think that's the first time I've seen someone do that with their LCD.

Thanks!

[Alejandr0]

I took advantage of the nice weather today and installed mine. Did the same thing as you, connecting the LCD screen to the light bulb in the ashtray. Got everything put back together and working just fine... until I tried the steering wheel controls. Looked over to the side, and I forgot to plug in the CAN-BUS decoder. *facepalm*

Also, the GPS that the unit came with is complete garbage. I am going to attempt to load my Garmin maps onto it. Hopefully that works out.

I tried unsuccessfully so I went with iGO Primo, let me know if it works for you!.

[Chaos]

Hey Guys,

Received mine yesterday and installed last night, love the deck! Everything works as it should, iGO Primo works great. Ordered Thursday ready for pick up on Monday at noon, fast shipping!

Two questions to other D5151 owners:
1. When you set the time in settings, how do you account for daylight savings? EST = -5hs GMT, but no daylight savings option.....
2. When listening to the radio, any station over 100Mhz cuts in and out from time to time and not always the same channel. when I installed the unit, I put the existing car antenna in the D5151. Whats the other antenna and connector for? Anyone else having this issue?

Other than that its awesome! If anyone is on the fence don't hesitate to buy one! Worth every penny!

[Alejandr0]

Hey Guys,

Received mine yesterday and installed last night, love the deck! Everything works as it should, iGO Primo works great. Ordered Thursday ready for pick up on Monday at noon, fast shipping!

Two questions to other D5151 owners:
1. When you set the time in settings, how do you account for daylight savings? EST = -5hs GMT, but no daylight savings option.....
2. When listening to the radio, any station over 100Mhz cuts in and out from time to time and not always the same channel. when I installed the unit, I put the existing car antenna in the D5151. Whats the other antenna and connector for? Anyone else having this issue?

Other than that its awesome! If anyone is on the fence don't hesitate to buy one! Worth every penny!

Glad you like it!
1- I just set the time manually and disabled the auto sync features and called it a day. - works perfect.
2- I only seem to run into this prob after I reset the unit. After setting the presets and tap on one it'll jump to 100.8 or something. All I did both times was enable and disable "AF" and DX. For some reason it worked for me. About the antenna u plug it in directly in the back of the unit.

[Chaos]

Glad you like it!
1- I just set the time manually and disabled the auto sync features and called it a day. - works perfect.
2- I only seem to run into this prob after I reset the unit. After setting the presets and tap on one it'll jump to 100.8 or something. All I did both times was enable and disable "AF" and DX. For some reason it worked for me. About the antenna u plug it in directly in the back of the unit.

#1 - OK cool, that's what I figured.
#2 - When I was out at lunch it didn't do it at all - go figure!
#2a - What the other antenna and clip for then - the one that comes attached to the D5151? - Its weird.....

[Alejandr0]

#1 - OK cool, that's what I figured.
#2 - When I was out at lunch it didn't do it at all - go figure!
#2a - What the other antenna and clip for then - the one that comes attached to the D5151? - Its weird.....

no clue, maybe euro 3's have power antennas? i dont know.

[Chaos]

My Thread and Review:

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?37558-Chaos-s-GT-Sedan&p=1076840#post1076840

[vip3r87]

Pretty sure the other antenna is for OTA television.

[Alejandr0]

Pretty sure the other antenna is for OTA television.

That would make sense, btw (according to Eonon) the rear USB port will be used for a wifi dongle in a future update, hence the IE browser!, pretty sick if this upgrade becomes available.

[Tuscani01]

That would make sense, btw (according to Eonon) the rear USB port will be used for a wifi dongle in a future update, hence the IE browser!, pretty sick if this upgrade becomes available.

That would be amazing!

PS. I'm about to give up on Garmin maps. I tried literally everything and cannot get them to work.

[leungalv]

That would be amazing!

PS. I'm about to give up on Garmin maps. I tried literally everything and cannot get them to work.

Are you using the Garmin Mobile XT version? That one should work with Windows CE

[Tuscani01]

Are you using the Garmin Mobile XT version? That one should work with Windows CE

I just tried downloading the maps from a Garmin GPS I had laying around the house. Managed to get the maps onto the SD card, and Garmin's map updated recognized the SD Card as a GPS for the sake of updating the maps, but guess they just don't work in the Eonon. I'll give the Mobile XT version a shot some time. I am going to try out iGO tomorrow.

I have been using this for 2 days now and love it! Absolutely no major issues. Well worth the price!

[Chaos]

I just tried downloading the maps from a Garmin GPS I had laying around the house. Managed to get the maps onto the SD card, and Garmin's map updated recognized the SD Card as a GPS for the sake of updating the maps, but guess they just don't work in the Eonon. I'll give the Mobile XT version a shot some time. I am going to try out iGO tomorrow.

I have been using this for 2 days now and love it! Absolutely no major issues. Well worth the price!

iGO works very well! I have used it a couple time now, worked perfect.

[Tuscani01]

iGO works very well! I have used it a couple time now, worked perfect.

Agreed! I actually prefer it over Garmin! I just wish I could get the current time to display on the map!

[Alejandr0]

Agreed! I actually prefer it over Garmin! I just wish I could get the current time to display on the map!

If you followed the entire .txt of instructions it had a part where you could add themes. I made the ones with the longer name the default (don't recall the name and its only 2). In there - and maybe the default theme. Just press and hold the left bottom corner box and it'll bring up options of what you'd like displayed. Pretty vague instructions I know but let me know if you're unable to get it and when I'm in the car I'll grab more details from the unit.

[Tuscani01]

If you followed the entire .txt of instructions it had a part where you could add themes. I made the ones with the longer name the default (don't recall the name and its only 2). In there - and maybe the default theme. Just press and hold the left bottom corner box and it'll bring up options of what you'd like displayed. Pretty vague instructions I know but let me know if you're unable to get it and when I'm in the car I'll grab more details from the unit.

I managed to find detailed instructions on a GPS forum. Got it working and displaying exactly what I want. (current time, speed, arrival time) I may scrap arrival time though, as its never accurate. Yesterday it was saying my arrival time was 5:21, and the current time was 5:29. Didn't realize they put a time machine into this thing!!!

[Satch]

I'm having an issue with the radio recption on the D5151. The reception fades in and out even with local stations. Any thoughts. Thanks.

[Alejandr0]

I'm having an issue with the radio recption on the D5151. The reception fades in and out even with local stations. Any thoughts. Thanks.

Is it changing the station on its own? Or do you just have white noise?

[Tuscani01]

So much for no issues. Randomly today, my steering wheel controls stopped working when using the Ipod function. When I press the up or down buttons, the song stops for a second, and then continues right where it left off, instead of changing to the next track or previous track.

Satch: I also had that issue, but it seems to have gone away on its own.

[Tuscani01]

So much for no issues. Randomly today, my steering wheel controls stopped working when using the Ipod function. When I press the up or down buttons, the song stops for a second, and then continues right where it left off, instead of changing to the next track or previous track.

Satch: I also had that issue, but it seems to have gone away on its own.

Andddd it also fixed itself. No more issues with the steering wheel controls.

[Simon99]

If I plan on nstallin IGO when I receive the unit, does that mean I could order it without CAN/USA map to save money ?

[Alejandr0]

If I plan on nstallin IGO when I receive the unit, does that mean I could order it without CAN/USA map to save money ?

Yes sir.

[Simon99]

Yes sir.

So I should receive my unit on thursday. How would one go to install IGo Primo. I checked the internet but I can't seem to find it ... Thanks in advance :)

[Alejandr0]

So I should receive my unit on thursday. How would one go to install IGo Primo. I checked the internet but I can't seem to find it ... Thanks in advance :)

Pm'd

[Satch]

It changes the station for a second, to 108.00, then back to the original station. Also on some stations just flash in and out every few seconds.

[Satch]

Is it changing the station on its own? Or do you just have white noise?

It changes the station for a second, to 108.00, then back to the original station. Also on some stations just flash in and out every few seconds

[Chaos]

It changes the station for a second, to 108.00, then back to the original station. Also on some stations just flash in and out every few seconds

I had some minor issues with mine at first too, you need to figure out the settings for the loc and dx options on the radio screen. refer to your deck manual for what those options do, once i got the right settings mine had no more issues.

[Satch]

Pm'd

Which IGo Primo file is it. I would like to try it also. Thanks

[Satch]

I had some minor issues with mine at first too, you need to figure out the settings for the loc and dx options on the radio screen. refer to your deck manual for what those options do, once i got the right settings mine had no more issues.

I'm a little confused, the manual says "In FM band, touch DX/LOC button to switch between Distant/Local Mode, Default is Distant search mode;" So this means that you can switch between local and distant modes. Are there other setting for dx/loc modes or do you mean just to set local or distant for each individual station. Thanks.

[Chaos]

I'm a little confused, the manual says "In FM band, touch DX/LOC button to switch between Distant/Local Mode, Default is Distant search mode;" So this means that you can switch between local and distant modes. Are there other setting for dx/loc modes or do you mean just to set local or distant for each individual station. Thanks.

Yes that is one of the settings, also there is the AF button, I believe that one will auto scan if you don't get a good signal, i don't remember what the TA or PTY buttons do, you'll have to read the manual

I don't have mine set for each station, just that LOC or DX may work better for you in your city.

[Chaos]

Which IGo Primo file is it. I would like to try it also. Thanks

Contact Alejandr0 by pm

[Satch]

Yes that is one of the settings, also there is the AF button, I believe that one will auto scan if you don't get a good signal, i don't remember what the TA or PTY buttons do, you'll have to read the manual

I don't have mine set for each station, just that LOC or DX may work better for you in your city.

Ya I have it set for Dx and the AF is activated. Other than that there really isn't any other option. I haven't seen a Loc/Dx switch on a car stereo since the late 70's early 80's. You'd think this would be done automatically. I'm thinking the only other option right now is to get a longer antenae. It is the standard 12inch antenae and I didn't have any issues with the OEM Head unit. Even the local St. Catharines station goes fuzzy when i'm driving. It is somewhat frustrating.

[Chaos]

Weird,

I don't recall my settings but i will post on here, I have the VG shark fin antenna and I get all the London stations just fine.

[Simon99]

So I just received the unit and finished installing it and I only have one problem... I have a 2007 Mazda3 so I'm pretty sure I have CAN BUS. But I can't seem to make my OEM AUX input work with the unit. Actually, it does work, but when I click on it in the D5151, it says no input (or not connection) any clues ?

http://i.imgur.com/L6W3ilO.jpg

[leungalv]

Anyone have the AUX adapter from this unit that they're not going to use / want that I can buy it off them? Thanks :)

[Alejandr0]

So I just received the unit and finished installing it and I only have one problem... I have a 2007 Mazda3 so I'm pretty sure I have CAN BUS. But I can't seem to make my OEM AUX input work with the unit. Actually, it does work, but when I click on it in the D5151, it says no input (or not connection) any clues ?

http://i.imgur.com/L6W3ilO.jpg

It just means its not outputting any video signal but still plays audio. Odd display I know but that's how it's intended to work.

[Pokaroo Kris]

I have another (potentially stupid) question. Does the LCD display still say "HELLO" when you turn the car on? And if it does, does this unit let you change the greeting?

[Simon99]

It still does say Hello but less longer. Don't know how to change it

[leungalv]

I have another (potentially stupid) question. Does the LCD display still say "HELLO" when you turn the car on? And if it does, does this unit let you change the greeting?

Would you miss it if your car didn't say "HELLO" to you when you "turned it on"? :P hehehe

[Simon99]

Any ideas to fix the bottom of the unit slowly popping out ? Any way to add screws or clip it ?

[Alejandr0]

Any ideas to fix the bottom of the unit slowly popping out ? Any way to add screws or clip it ?

Apparently a stack of nickels at the back/bottom will help with the weight from pushing it forward... Just a suggestion.

[Simon99]

Apparently a stack of nickels at the back/bottom will help with the weight from pushing it forward... Just a suggestion.

I didnt quite get that ...

[Alejandr0]

I didnt quite get that ...

The reason the unit pushes fwd is because of the weight distribution (top is heavier than the bottom) also it doesn't help that the unit sits in an angle so if you can get something to support the bottom corners at the back, that would help your situation. Hope this helps!

[Pokaroo Kris]

Would you miss it if your car didn't say "HELLO" to you when you "turned it on"? :P hehehe

Lol. I just might

[HaZarD716]

Hey guys, I bought a EONON D5151, and I was wondering where do I have to plug in my REM cable from my aftermarket amp? Thanks!

[HaZarD716]

Hey Guys I bougth the same unit D5151 and I'm wondering where do I connect my REM cable from my aftermarket amp?

[Rastrillo]

I can't get iGo to load. I tried a few different versions but I get a "Out of Memory" error every time. Anybody have any recommendations?

Also, I saw some people were having problems getting the bottom of the unit to stay in place. I could not get it to stick until I took the white clips from the bottom of the stock stereo and put them on the D5151 (replacing the black clips).

[Alejandr0]

Hey Guys I bougth the same unit D5151 and I'm wondering where do I connect my REM cable from my aftermarket amp?

Sorry for the late reply, I just tapped into the power (red) cable as I gave up trying cables 13 and 14 as per their diagram.

[Alejandr0]

I can't get iGo to load. I tried a few different versions but I get a "Out of Memory" error every time. Anybody have any recommendations?

Also, I saw some people were having problems getting the bottom of the unit to stay in place. I could not get it to stick until I took the white clips from the bottom of the stock stereo and put them on the D5151 (replacing the black clips).

Which version of iGo are you using?... Have you tried formatting the card and starting from scratch?... I got this error when attempting to add certain features or change rather, such as the cockpit view. I had to re-do everything but its worked fine ever since.

[Krazee]

Hey Guys I bougth the same unit D5151 and I'm wondering where do I connect my REM cable from my aftermarket amp?

I spliced into the ACC cable

[Rastrillo]

Which version of iGo are you using?... Have you tried formatting the card and starting from scratch?... I got this error when attempting to add certain features or change rather, such as the cockpit view. I had to re-do everything but its worked fine ever since.

I did try formatting the card. It's a FAT32 4gb card. I used a mac to add the files so maybe I'll try using windows and NTFS.

I tried the following versions: iGO8 (this one actually started but I got a lang error), iGO Primo 2.0, iGo Primo 2.2, and iGO Primo 2.4.

Could somebody PM me a link to a version that worked for them on the D5151?

Thanks

[Rastrillo]

I got it working using an old Windows computer. Maybe the hidden files that are generated when you use a Mac (spotlight and trash) cause an issue.

and if anybody is wondering, the D5151 doesn't support NTFS.

[ryanbarrie]

My unit came today $30 customs fee. Bringing total cost of unit
To $310 not bad for what you get.

[-ToM-]

guys quick question, if u pick no maps, does it still come with the gps transmitter ?

[ryanbarrie]

guys quick question, if u pick no maps, does it still come with the gps transmitter ?


yeah it does, installed mine today..everything works great. seems like most of the initial bugs are all worked out. my center console aux worked out of box. the only complaint i have is a weak radio signal

[Tuscani01]

yeah it does, installed mine today..everything works great. seems like most of the initial bugs are all worked out. my center console aux worked out of box. the only complaint i have is a weak radio signal

I also find it weak... but to be honest, I haven't used the radio since I got it. My Iphone is always plugged and playing.

[Nino]

Weird,

I don't recall my settings but i will post on here, I have the VG shark fin antenna and I get all the London stations just fine.

Hows 91.5 working out for you? In some areas I find the signal weaker than the stock HU.

[Nino]

Sorry for asking, can someone shoot me a pm for tge igo maps?

[ryanbarrie]

Installed my sub today a few things to note

Had to use a Y cable to plug into the SW1 RCA input
The remote wire labelled SW1 didn't work so had to run
Remote wire from the cigarette lighter

[Simon99]

After a couple weeks of usage, not that impressed .. Poor radio reception, a iPod interface that looks friendly but really hard to navigate in during the drive, random "only rear speakers working" issues and frequent chinese error message crashing when multitasking with the GPS

[htc***]

After a couple weeks of usage, not that impressed .. Poor radio reception, a iPod interface that looks friendly but really hard to navigate in during the drive, random "only rear speakers working" issues and frequent chinese error message crashing when multitasking with the GPS


My reception is fine. It's same with me when do multitasking with GPS but the radio still play music. I have to turn off the car and wait for a few second until the red light in the radio turn off; then I can use it again or you have to use the reset the unit and lost all memory the station. BTW, I installed the camera and it works fine.

[Simon99]

My reception is fine. It's same with me when do multitasking with GPS but the radio still play music. I have to turn off the car and wait for a few second until the red light in the radio turn off; then I can use it again or you have to use the reset the unit and lost all memory the station. BTW, I installed the camera and it works fine.

Yeah, still plays music, but when you're on the highway and it crashes, you dont really feel like stopping on the side ..

[htc***]

Yeah, still plays music, but when you're on the highway and it crashes, you dont really feel like stopping on the side ..


I have a paper clip in cup holder and I use to reset it. You will re-setting up every thing.

[sube]

Originally I was really attracted to one of these units because of the fact(1) it looked factory(2) It retained the Mid and LCD screens as well as the steering wheel controls. However reading through threads on various forums there seemed to be all sorts of bugs, and reading on here there still seems to be issues not resolved. After much research and soul searching I went with the JVC KW NT 30 Double din Navigation head unit. I have had no reason to regret going this route, as this unit has been flawless from day one. The loss of the radio info on the LCD & MID screens didn't bother me after a couple of days.

Pat.

[redman]

can it play video or mp3s off the sd or usb slots?

[Alejandr0]

can it play video or mp3s off the sd or usb slots?

Yes it does, I have my sd card set up like that. One folder for mp3's and another for videos

[Alejandr0]

Yeah, still plays music, but when you're on the highway and it crashes, you dont really feel like stopping on the side ..

Are you using iGO or the stock maps that came with the unit?... If its iGO, I believe it's more of a fault of the software than the unit itself, there's a few fixes/settings that can help it improve at navitotal or the m3f site.

[Simon99]

Are you using iGO or the stock maps that came with the unit?... If its iGO, I believe it's more of a fault of the software than the unit itself, there's a few fixes/settings that can help it improve at navitotal or the m3f site.

I'm indeed using iGo

[Shaiznam]

Hi Sube, the Price of the Eonon5151 is $310 shipped while the price of the JVC NT30 is around the $1100 range (correct me if I am wrong). For that price I never expected the Eonon to work flawlessly (specially being shipped from CHina :P)..I have ran into the hanging problem so I have stopped using my Navigation when I dun need it, I will only use it if I have to find a place and it works with my Radio and SD card songs.

In terms of the reception, I have the sharkfin, the reception of the OEM head unit was degraded as well, so maybe the 'Whip' might help with the reception.

But I agree with you that going for the newer Mazda3s or a bit more expensive car, a better and more reliable option like JVC should be opted. That unit is slick though :) Cheers.

[sube]

Hi Sube, the Price of the Eonon5151 is $310 shipped while the price of the JVC NT30 is around the $1100 range (correct me if I am wrong). For that price I never expected the Eonon to work flawlessly (specially being shipped from CHina :P)..I have ran into the hanging problem so I have stopped using my Navigation when I dun need it, I will only use it if I have to find a place and it works with my Radio and SD card songs.

In terms of the reception, I have the sharkfin, the reception of the OEM head unit was degraded as well, so maybe the 'Whip' might help with the reception.

But I agree with you that going for the newer Mazda3s or a bit more expensive car, a better and more reliable option like JVC should be opted. That unit is slick though :) Cheers.
The JVC was $850 taxes in yeah more expensive for sure, but I love the unit. Easy to use, nothing I have found not to like.

Pat.

[Moreno]

Does anyone do installations of these things? I.C.E isn't my forte and I'd gladly hand over a few shekels for a nice clean install.

[Suerte]

****Future Buyers take note! *****

The Eonon D5151 would be a nice unit except that there does not seem to be any radio reception. I live outside Ottawa, Canada, and there is no reception worth mentioning at all. I mean none...whereas the stock HU played radio stations normally in the same area. Settings where changed for "USA" Location as per instructions. The radio reception with the stock unit was average, But now with this one it practically disappeared altogether.

Was anybody able to fix their practically nonexistent Radio Reception with this unit?? How can anyone sell a car radio where the radio feature does not, or only barely works ?

[ambagel]

Hi guys, I just registered and also just installed this unit on my car. Right now it's kinda popping out at the lower part, LOL.
My main problem is loading the IGO map. I have downloaded the full torrent 1.35GB size. Followed the instructions for most part BUT I can't seem to load the map. When I go to I'm able to select the .exe file but when I go to GPS mode it won't show me the map, I just see the red arrow and like BLACK screen. I can't even seem to select a country or search any address.
Please help..
Thanks in advance.

[ambagel]

:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang:bang
Hi guys, I just registered and also just installed this unit on my car. Right now it's kinda popping out at the lower part, LOL.
My main problem is loading the IGO map. I have downloaded the full torrent 1.35GB size. Followed the instructions for most part BUT I can't seem to load the map. When I go to I'm able to select the .exe file but when I go to GPS mode it won't show me the map, I just see the red arrow and like BLACK screen. I can't even seem to select a country or search any address.
Please help..
Thanks in advance.

[Suerte]

Correction: Take it back: Eonon D5151 is as good as OEM Headunit when it come to radio reception. My mistake my cable to antenna was frayed when I fixed that reception went to normal again. So far unit is running good.


****Future Buyers take note! *****

The Eonon D5151 would be a nice unit except that there does not seem to be any radio reception. I live outside Ottawa, Canada, and there is no reception worth mentioning at all. I mean none...whereas the stock HU played radio stations normally in the same area. Settings where changed for "USA" Location as per instructions. The radio reception with the stock unit was average, But now with this one it practically disappeared altogether.

Was anybody able to fix their practically nonexistent Radio Reception with this unit?? How can anyone sell a car radio where the radio feature does not, or only barely works ?

[Suerte]

Hi guys, I just registered and also just installed this unit on my car. Right now it's kinda popping out at the lower part, LOL.
My main problem is loading the IGO map. I have downloaded the full torrent 1.35GB size. Followed the instructions for most part BUT I can't seem to load the map. When I go to I'm able to select the .exe file but when I go to GPS mode it won't show me the map, I just see the red arrow and like BLACK screen. I can't even seem to select a country or search any address.
Please help..
Thanks in advance.

Hi Ambagel: If the unit is sticking out at the bottom use the white bracket clips off the original mazda head unit, the bottom part should click right in. For the GPS software that works I would recommend checking out the navitotal forum they have setups that work.

[Satch]

Sold my Eonon D5151. Put it on kijiji and sold it in one day. My thoughts about it were that the radio reception was poor and the stations would cut in and out. The sound quality is not that good, I would say the OEM head unit actually sounded better. Keep in mind that I replaced the factory speakers with JL Audio speakers which greatly improved the sound quality, but still they sound better with the OEM head unit then with the Eonon. The DVD player only actually showed video periodically and most of the time had a error message. But really who need a dvd player in their car anyways. The GPS was mediocre at best. The positive thing about it was the ability to keep the LED display, other than that I didn't really like it. I guess you really get what you pay for. In the end I lost about $120 but I can live with that. I ordered a Kenwood DPX500BT. It doesn't have dvd or GPS but it does have Bluetooth which is all I really wanted.

[ambagel]

Hi Ambagel: If the unit is sticking out at the bottom use the white bracket clips off the original mazda head unit, the bottom part should click right in. For the GPS software that works I would recommend checking out the navitotal forum they have setups that work.

Hi, yes I actually just did that before seeing your message. LOL, what happened was I broke one of the brackets that came with the d5151 and used the original white ones instead and it looks better now.
I also got the GPS working, I just had to download the actual CAN map/poi/dem and put them on the right folders..
Thanks for the tips.

[greatape74]

Hi guys I bought this unit D5151U last June 23 and installed it by myself on July 4, so far I didn't have any issue. I bought it from the Hong Kong Website because I didn't know that their is a US website selling this item. It fit perfectly in to my 2006 Mazda 3i sedan. I didn't have issue on the bracket or my be because I don't have an amp yet. I'm still using the stock speaker and plan to change them later on, any suggestion guys? Anyway the unit so far so good is working perfectly the answer if you can play video on the SD card slot is yes you can but in mpeg format only. I try avi and mpeg4 format but it won't play it only giving you a message of video error. But I found a little problem while playing video on the SD card their is a time when you are watching any video or movie it suddenly go to a slow motion then it play back normal again. This happen on and off while watching, I don't know if my SD card is the problem or the unit it self. But when I play my mp3 music no issue at all. The unit I got comes with Kundo Navi if i'm not mistaking. The only feature I can't figure is how to change the back ground with my customize pictures. The FM and AM signals in my unit is strong I get all the station in the Toronto, I live in Scarborough by the way. The only features I didn't try yet is the ipod cable, Aux, and backup cam. I don't have an Ipod that why and I don't need the backup Cam too. I might get the TV-tuner in the future may be hehehe... So far this unit run great in my 2006 Mazda 3. Anyway that all for now folk, I will try to post more comments if I find more problem. Thank you for read my post more power to you web master.

[KYZAAC]

I just installed this HU. My LCD still shows the time, temp, volume, mode its on etc. But I can't figure out how to change the time on it, or switch over to the gas mileage and km remaining etc. Does anyone know if it can be done with this head unit?

[Chaos]

@ KYZAAC - You have to hold down the mode button on your steering wheel for about 3 seconds, it will beep then you can hit the mode button once each time to cycle through the settings.


I just installed this HU. My LCD still shows the time, temp, volume, mode its on etc. But I can't figure out how to change the time on it, or switch over to the gas mileage and km remaining etc. Does anyone know if it can be done with this head unit?

[KYZAAC]

right on, Thanks man.

I'm going to install the backup camera that came with the HU. Do I get power from the reverse light? Or do I wire it to a 12v acc power, AND reverse light?

Where is the best place to mount them? I wanted to go right above the license plate but it looks like there is a piece missing and I can't hook it up to anything.

[mazda72]

Well, ive had my unit for about 2 years and now Im beginning to experience some problems. the gps doesnt come on sometimes, i have to reset the unit to make it work. its becoming more frequent.
I think theses Chinese units use pretty low quality electronics, most of them seem to have reliability issues, seems like they're good for about 2 years and then they start to fail.

Funny how, they pay so much attention to make these units look stock but they're engineered poorly

[mazda72]

there is a very common problem with these units as well...poor radio reception

[KYZAAC]

Does anyone know how to use the 3G / WiFi option? It has the Internet Explorer type icon on the home screen, and in the manual it shows the connectors in the back, 1 says: "USB 1(WiFi/3G) ( Optional )" but not really sure what to do from here.

Another thing is the Steering Wheel Controls. Theres a setting called "Steering Wheel Learn" I tried to play with the buttons so I could set one to answer incoming calls, but nothing happened. I was just reading the manual and couldn't make sense of the directions. It says exactly this as step 1, the other 3 steps are just telling how to set.

1) Under power off situation, select wheel control cable, (KEY 1, KEY 2, some vehicles have 3 cables while some have 2 cables) find ground cable of car, and connect it to the host, if there're 3 wheel control cables, connect those two cables to host wheel control cable, if there're only 2 wheel control cable, connect rest cable to one of the wheel control cable;

Did anyone even bother with this? i dont want to go through a pile of stuff for this, its not that important, but if it's just a simple setting that can change, I'd like to have a button to answer calls (my right arm does not work)

[nguy3nha]

Does anyone know how to use the 3G / WiFi option? It has the Internet Explorer type icon on the home screen, and in the manual it shows the connectors in the back, 1 says: "USB 1(WiFi/3G) ( Optional )" but not really sure what to do from here.

Another thing is the Steering Wheel Controls. Theres a setting called "Steering Wheel Learn" I tried to play with the buttons so I could set one to answer incoming calls, but nothing happened. I was just reading the manual and couldn't make sense of the directions. It says exactly this as step 1, the other 3 steps are just telling how to set.

1) Under power off situation, select wheel control cable, (KEY 1, KEY 2, some vehicles have 3 cables while some have 2 cables) find ground cable of car, and connect it to the host, if there're 3 wheel control cables, connect those two cables to host wheel control cable, if there're only 2 wheel control cable, connect rest cable to one of the wheel control cable;

Did anyone even bother with this? i dont want to go through a pile of stuff for this, its not that important, but if it's just a simple setting that can change, I'd like to have a button to answer calls (my right arm does not work)

steering wheel learn will only let you configure the vol + / - and next / back. The mode, pickup call, hangup call on the steering wheel does not work with any aftermarket system since it was designed to only work with the mazda head unit. Im not sure of the wifi/3g option as the D5151 didnt have that. I suppose you have the new D5163 model? If so, what are your impressions of the sound quality compared to the stock headunit?

[KYZAAC]

It is the D5151 that I have, I noticed the WiFi/3G in the manual then seen the icon on the screen. Didn't really look into it much tho.

[KYZAAC]

is there a way to watch videos while driving? It only works with the e-brake up, I want it to work for my neice and nephew for long drives. There should be a way to disable this option.

I setup a backup camera, it turns on automatically when I go in reverse, but is there a way to switch to camera whenever u want?

[greatape74]

is there a way to watch videos while driving? It only works with the e-brake up, I want it to work for my neice and nephew for long drives. There should be a way to disable this option.

I setup a backup camera, it turns on automatically when I go in reverse, but is there a way to switch to camera whenever u want?

go to the setting and disable parking mode or turn it off.

[gious21]

hello please can you help me for this ? i have mazda 2005 model and i have take eonon gm5151 but i dont know how to keep my lcd screen with the information :(
http://imageshack.us/a/img89/3079/6bvc.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/89/6bvc.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img18/854/0v5m.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/18/0v5m.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img163/9800/4kh4.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/163/4kh4.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img202/5494/ao0w.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/202/ao0w.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img12/3570/75kt.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/12/75kt.jpg/)

[gious21]

i just take eonon GM5151 but i have a big problem because i want to keep my information on original lcd screen on my mazda 3 2005 model,and i don't know how to :( does any have any solution please ?
http://imageshack.us/a/img89/3079/6bvc.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/89/6bvc.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img202/5494/ao0w.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/202/ao0w.jpg/)

[KYZAAC]

i just take eonon GM5151 but i have a big problem because i want to keep my information on original lcd screen on my mazda 3 2005 model,and i don't know how to :( does any have any solution please ?
http://imageshack.us/a/img89/3079/6bvc.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/89/6bvc.jpg/)
http://imageshack.us/a/img202/5494/ao0w.th.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/202/ao0w.jpg/)

It should be all plug and play on the 05. Mine was. What information do you want? To switch between the clock and fuel mileage you hold down the mode button and use the arrows.

[jeffjones]

From what I have read, you need to leave the LCD display plugged while you are doing the install, if not it will not be programmed.

[Singhsmz3]

Pm'd
Hi I just purchased a Eonon D5151 and i was wondering if you could please send me the link for IGO maps. thanks in advance!:)

[Shaiznam]

Hi I just purchased a Eonon D5151 and i was wondering if you could please send me the link for IGO maps. thanks in advance!:)

Hi,

i actually downloaded it as a torrent file. just do a search..if you are unable to do so, i will PM the exact link i used to download it..its less than 100MB file.

[Drumitar]

just got my unit, is there anyway to change the time, right now its showing the correct time on the unit but am instead of pm, also my clock on the lcd is not matching the eonon unit, would like to have them show the same time, since im so used to looking at the lcd for the time, any help would be appreciated, thanks !

[Krazee]

Anyone with piano black interior consider paining the radio bezel or vinyl?

[ryanbarrie]

just throwing this out here, i bought mine in june last year and it's still working fine, good radio reception not that i ever use it..twice in -35 weather in the morning i had tturn the unit off then on because the screen went funny..probably helps that it wasn't one of the first batches shipped

[ryanbarrie]

just throwing this out here, i bought mine in june last year and it's still working fine, good radio reception not that i ever use it..twice in -35 weather in the morning i had tturn the unit off then on because the screen went funny..probably helps that it wasn't one of the first batches shipped

[reeeformat]

Hey guys, im noob in here. Im about to press "purchase button" on buying this unit.
Theres couple things that sorta make me reluctant in doing so
first, loading iGo maps and getting it to works seems finicky, alot of you seem to have issues running it properly.
Second, the auxiliary in the Arm rest compartment, is there a connection for that? or does that pretty much become useless?

[Chaos]

Hey guys, im noob in here. Im about to press "purchase button" on buying this unit.
Theres couple things that sorta make me reluctant in doing so
first, loading iGo maps and getting it to works seems finicky, alot of you seem to have issues running it properly.
Second, the auxiliary in the Arm rest compartment, is there a connection for that? or does that pretty much become useless?

I had no problems with iGo maps. And yes the new units do come with an attachment for the armrest Aux, the whole thing is plug and play, took me 30 mins to install.

[ryanbarrie]

Hey guys, im noob in here. Im about to press "purchase button" on buying this unit.
Theres couple things that sorta make me reluctant in doing so
first, loading iGo maps and getting it to works seems finicky, alot of you seem to have issues running it properly.
Second, the auxiliary in the Arm rest compartment, is there a connection for that? or does that pretty much become useless?

Igo is easy to setup, can help if you need it


I had no problems with iGo maps. And yes the new units do come with an attachment for the armrest Aux, the whole thing is plug and play, took me 30 mins to install.

i second this..no problems at all

[brucewayne]

i picked up one of these last summer. works pretty good, no complaints. i use it mostly for gps and some tunes... i have a couple vids on there but not much else. install was fairly simple... cabin air filter on a gen 1 was way more annoying haha

[reeeformat]

I had no problems with iGo maps. And yes the new units do come with an attachment for the armrest Aux, the whole thing is plug and play, took me 30 mins to install.

Thanks! definitely pick it up now!:)

[reeeformat]

Thanks man! but yeah i may need assistance in doing so. I just ordered it yesterday i should get it sometime next week. Is there a web page or youtube vid that can show me how to load up iGo maps?

[ryanbarrie]

the filename i downloaded was iGo-Primo 2.4-9.6.13 Complete and the map file i downloaded was named iGO R3 Navteq US-Canada 2012.Q3

I imagine there are newer versions but this has been really solid for me, no crashed or anything..you can find them with a google search..if you lived closed i'd just give you the files

[reeeformat]

the filename i downloaded was iGo-Primo 2.4-9.6.13 Complete and the map file i downloaded was named iGO R3 Navteq US-Canada 2012.Q3

I imagine there are newer versions but this has been really solid for me, no crashed or anything..you can find them with a google search..if you lived closed i'd just give you the files

Looks like you're in orillia I'm all the way in Scarborough lol! But I'll give that a try thanks a lot for your help. Should be getting the unit tomorrow or Thursday! So excited to use it!

[ryanbarrie]

Looks like you're in orillia I'm all the way in Scarborough lol! But I'll give that a try thanks a lot for your help. Should be getting the unit tomorrow or Thursday! So excited to use it!

Pro-Tip: When you're installing it, don't use the two bottom clips that come with the new unit, take the ones off your old one and snap them into the new one..you'll see what I mean, they hold 10x better

[reeeformat]

Pro-Tip: When you're installing it, don't use the two bottom clips that come with the new unit, take the ones off your old one and snap them into the new one..you'll see what I mean, they hold 10x better

Ahh okay i have read a bit of this issue on other forums. But thanks for the heads up!

[Pokaroo Kris]

Anyone tried the GM5151? From what I see the only diff is the mirroring thing, and it's $40ish more

[reeeformat]

So i figured out how to hook up the unit, couple of questions/issues is there a way to change the clock on the top part LCD also the display info (gas mileage and such). The left bottom clip is not clipping to the frame to secure, and I've no idea what to do with some of the floating wires (brake, illumi, couple LED lights, and a couple other ones) There is no clear instructions on where to connect these wirings since everything else i pretty much hooked up

[Mangtoos]

I've ordered the GM5151, and it's now in customs. I'll post my thoughts on if it's worth $40 more for the NFC unit (i.e. it doesn't suck). I have a 2005 so I bought a 2008 LCD screen off ebay for $40 with shipping. Really looking forward to doing the install. I hate CDs.

It's too bad a Mazda 5 specific version doesn't exist.

[ryanbarrie]

So i figured out how to hook up the unit, couple of questions/issues is there a way to change the clock on the top part LCD also the display info (gas mileage and such). The left bottom clip is not clipping to the frame to secure, and I've no idea what to do with some of the floating wires (brake, illumi, couple LED lights, and a couple other ones) There is no clear instructions on where to connect these wirings since everything else i pretty much hooked up

did you sort this out? did you pop the OEM clips into the new housing? To chang the gas mileage and stuff just hold down the mode button and scroll using up and down. I think i left all those wires unhooked, just taped the ends

[Troy_14]

I just buy the gm 5151 and I look forward to delivery. I will give you my impressions soon put the radio. I have m3 2008 sport!

[DanBoyd]

just installed my 5151 and install went perfectly,
having two problems.
1. It loses the time i set overnight.
2. how do i change the time zone in the time settings. it seems to only go + or - from GMT and cannot change it to pacific.

thanks
Dan

[DanBoyd]

Radio works great but i cannot figure out how to set time in the GPS
if i use GPS to set clock it is allways incorrect by a few hours.
I have also noticed that it will say 10:00 am but not switch to pm after 12
any suggestions?

thanks

[DanBoyd]

thats what that extra connector was for !!
have to remove it again..



Thanks! definitely pick it up now!:)

[DanBoyd]

I am really hoping someone can help me , I'm still having clock problems
i keep setting my clock and it seems to be fine all day then over night it changes
here is a list i have been keeping (have pictures if you need them)
when i say LCD i mean the factory Clock above radio and reset means reset the clock to match the LCD
My car is a 2007 Mazda 3

June 28th
set clock
June 29th
8:15 am LCD correct clock on radio says 12:15am
reset to correct 8:15 am
At 8:00pm LCD is correct clock on Radio says 8:15 am
reset
July 1st
7:54 am LCD correct Radio says 12:52am
reset
3:15 pm LCD correct Radio says12:55am
Reset
July 2nd
7:45 LCD correct radio says 12:47am
reset
4:33 LCD correct radio says 4:33 am
reset

I'm hoping someone has a solution to this
I have tried using GPS and setting time to correct time but the same thing happens
thanks for listening

[htc***]

Right now, you have to set region to (UTC-05:00) and you have to change (UTC-04:00) in November. The clock doesn't have a correct time when you start your car but it will sync to your GPS satellite in a few minutes.

[DanBoyd]

will try that again, so i should use GPS and set the time
will go out and try that.
thanks

[DanBoyd]

Right now, you have to set region to (UTC-05:00) and you have to change (UTC-04:00) in November. The clock doesn't have a correct time when you start your car but it will sync to your GPS satellite in a few minutes.
that is probably where i am having trouble
i can not figure out where to change it to UTC -05:00
i can change GMT + or - but when i get it to UTC i cannot change that For + or - (using Settings and time)

Thanks

[htc***]

that is probably where i am having trouble
i can not figure out where to change it to UTC -05:00
i can change GMT + or - but when i get it to UTC i cannot change that For + or - (using Settings and time)

Thanks

UTC is often casually interchanged with GMT which you can use it in Eonon HUD. The firmware doesn't have auto to switch for Daylight Saving Time. You have to adjust manual -4 or -5 to get the correct time when DST is begin.

[DanBoyd]

thanks for the reply, i can use both GMT + to set my clock and it will stay most of the day
i find the next morning it be 4hrs ahead. something iss resetting it..



UTC is often casually interchanged with GMT which you can use it in Eonon HUD. The firmware doesn't have auto to switch for Daylight Saving Time. You have to adjust manual -4 or -5 to get the correct time when DST is begin.

[htc***]

thanks for the reply, i can use both GMT + to set my clock and it will stay most of the day
i find the next morning it be 4hrs ahead. something iss resetting it..


You have to use (GMT -4 or -5) for an Eastern standard time zone.

[DanBoyd]

You have to use (GMT -4 or -5) for an Eastern standard time zone.
i have done that numerous times to get it to match my pacific time zone but the next day it will be out by four hours..
very frustrating.

[DanBoyd]

figured out the clock problem
when i start the car in the morning and the clock is out by 4 hrs, all i have to do is wait 4-5 minutes and the clock will correct.
must have something to do with the GPS booting up
i was looking at the clock right away then i would reset it.

[dpure]

I'm on the fence with this eonon unit. Just concerned over getting a defective unit. Is eonon still making customers pay return shipping?

[Egyptshun]

When I got mine, the screen turned black, a lot. Metals were touching so I had to insulate it and it works perfectly now. Its all about your luck.

[dietsprite]

Any experiences with the GM5163 HU ?? I'm looking into purchasing one of those for my 2012 GS but still concerned about the reliability and overall quality of the units as they made in China... any feedback would be great.

[jeffjones]

but still concerned about the reliability and overall quality of the units as they made in China... any feedback would be great.

You realize 95% of electronics (regardless of brand) come from China.

[Egyptshun]

You won't know till you try. I'm happy with my GM5151

[dpure]

some sellers on ebay offer the square trade 3 year warranty for $41.

[Alejandr0]

Been away for a while, I'll try to help you guys if you have any questions about the head unit. Sorry to those I haven't replied to!

[UmarUddin07]

I've ordered the GM5151, and it's now in customs. I'll post my thoughts on if it's worth $40 more for the NFC unit (i.e. it doesn't suck). I have a 2005 so I bought a 2008 LCD screen off ebay for $40 with shipping. Really looking forward to doing the install. I hate CDs.

It's too bad a Mazda 5 specific version doesn't exist.

Hey bud, just wondering, did you end up installing it and how is it? I just bought an 05 mazda3 and was considering that unit? also how hard was installing the 08 lcd screen?

[LiviuTincu]

I just installed D5163Z, Awesome !

[tmpz]

I just installed D5163Z, Awesome !

Did you have to pay duties/taxes? If so, how much?

I'm thinking about the new GA5151 for Gen1's. It runs ANDROID!

[Noobster12]

I just installed D5163Z, Awesome !

how is it so far? I plan on getting the same one.. can you post vids and pics?

[LiviuTincu]

Looks very good, I had to pay $55 tax on it

[LiviuTincu]

It's easy to install, take me more to drive the GPS cable through the dash. 5 connections. I am not able to post any pictures , don't know why :(

[Canadianbacon]

Using D5163 with iGo8 maps you can find on totalnavi with download links and everything

[Noobster12]

It's easy to install, take me more to drive the GPS cable through the dash. 5 connections. I am not able to post any pictures , don't know why :(

maybe the file is too big... try using flickr and photobucket to get it resized?

[Noobster12]

Using D5163 with iGo8 maps you can find on totalnavi with download links and everything

I'm assuming that the iGo8 maps is way better than the maps it came with? :S

[ValdesX]

I didn't even drill anything for my gps.

I get perfect signal with it being being behind the middle vent panel.

I've got iGO primo as my gps and it's fantastic.
Lots of customization available.

[Noobster12]

I didn't even drill anything for my gps.

I get perfect signal with it being being behind the middle vent panel.

I've got iGO primo as my gps and it's fantastic.
Lots of customization available.

that is awesome to hear! I saw on Eonon's installation video that the best place to put the GPS signal is underneath the middle air vent.. they say that you are still able to get signal.. :S

[Canadianbacon]

I'm assuming that the iGo8 maps is way better than the maps it came with? :S
Its free! And you can customize it, add stuff and better than what u pay extra for. If you bought maps might as well use it. $40?

[Noobster12]

Its free! And you can customize it, add stuff and better than what u pay extra for. If you bought maps might as well use it. $40?

maps is extra cost if I buy an Eonon? sh**... I might as well get iGo8.. at least I can add stuff and customize it! lol

[LiviuTincu]

the wire is long enough to have the GPS receiver at the top of the roof, but I almost spent 30 min to get it through (connector side). I will post images tonight

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141201_21_18_48_Pro_zps9cd01bef.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141201_21_18_48_Pro_zps9cd01bef.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141201_21_18_20_Pro_zps049497c4.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141201_21_18_20_Pro_zps049497c4.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141202_12_45_01_Pro_zpsd328e115.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141202_12_45_01_Pro_zpsd328e115.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141202_12_46_25_Pro_zps40f59dae.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141202_12_46_25_Pro_zps40f59dae.jpg.html)

[ValdesX]

Yeah, it's more than long enough if you want to tuck it and get it behind your rear view mirror or on the roof but that's a lot of effort to get a slightly better signal. To each their own though!

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141202_12_45_45_Pro_zps091261d1.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141202_12_45_45_Pro_zps091261d1.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

mic wire is short(er) though

[LiviuTincu]

IGo primo is very nice, lots of customizing options. The GPS is also very good, is fast and accurate (compared with my 50LM Garmin which sometimes freezes). Happy with this purchase, still waiting for reverse camera to come and install.

[Noobster12]

the wire is long enough to have the GPS receiver at the top of the roof, but I almost spent 30 min to get it through (connector side). I will post images tonight

any pictures of this? :S

[dietsprite]

No USB port ?

[ValdesX]

There is on my D5151, dunno about the 2nd gen version

[LiviuTincu]

there is a mini usb port (right side), but you will get a adapter cable as well. Is located on right side, where GPS sign is , you have pull out the cover (that is not a button
like the other three above it).

[LiviuTincu]

http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_50_28_Pro_zps4ae51a1d.jpg.html
http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_51_06_Pro_zpsa5631fc3.jpg.html
http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_51_46_Pro_zps013e289d.jpg.html
http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_54_04_Pro_zps3a1790d1.jpg.html

[LiviuTincu]

http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_54_04_Pro_zps3a1790d1.jpg.html

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141229_20_51_46_Pro_zps013e289d.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_51_46_Pro_zps013e289d.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141229_20_54_04_Pro_zps3a1790d1.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_54_04_Pro_zps3a1790d1.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141229_20_50_28_Pro_zps4ae51a1d.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_50_28_Pro_zps4ae51a1d.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20141229_20_51_06_Pro_zpsa5631fc3.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20141229_20_51_06_Pro_zpsa5631fc3.jpg.html)

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/gpseonon_zps7a3bd663.png (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/gpseonon_zps7a3bd663.png.html)

[ValdesX]

Man, that looks insanely complicated. I just ran the remote usb wire down here, nice and easy.

http://i1194.photobucket.com/albums/aa371/zmz3/new_light.png

Lol at going to google to actually source an image from this website. :p

[Noobster12]

You just took out the side airbag cover to route the wire of your GPS and mic? I've never done it and I plan on doing it myself but I don't know if Side Air Bag will pop.. :S any advice or tips?

[LiviuTincu]

You don't need to remove any covers, just tuck the wire behind the door rubber seal than across the cover/top liner at the top (need some strong fingers to push that wire as far as you can). The only this
I have removed is the fuse cove driver side.
I did the back up camera yesterday, pain in the xxx , I have scratched my hand so hard to get the cables thru the grommets/panels. But 2 hours later it worked !

[LiviuTincu]

http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20150119_11_52_36_Pro_zps5e330b2c.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20150119_11_52_36_Pro_zps5e330b2c.jpg.html)
http://i1371.photobucket.com/albums/ag316/Cosmin_Tincu/WP_20150119_11_52_02_Pro_zps525b4bb0.jpg (http://s1371.photobucket.com/user/Cosmin_Tincu/media/WP_20150119_11_52_02_Pro_zps525b4bb0.jpg.html)