599 Becker Radio Newbie Question

Don't the left right buttons below the volume on the left do this ?

 

Hi Frank,

Trying to use this system is somewhat cumbersome. Do not ask me, how long it took me to get the mobile connected to the system. The manual was no help, since it needs to be "interpreted" differently from the wording, at least in this case.

So, do not give up, you will manage to be successful one day . I managed to get several stations stored in the memory, but do not recall how I did that .

But take care, when playing around for hours and hours, perhaps even with the door open, that you do not drain the battery too low .... .

Cheers, Bernhard

P.S.: Becker is in my eyes a cheep copy of former (and justified) glory ...

 

Well, as soon as one has it going it is not as bad as suspected.

The mobile connection is automatically and works great. Taking a call can be done automatically as well, after a preset number of rings, so it is a real hands-free function. You understand a caller good, just as vice versa (assuming your car is not reving 5000+).

The navigation works well as well. Entering of an address is rather lengthy, but that ia all to complain. The navigation information is displayed in the instrument display as well and that makes it quite "modern". A substitute presumably will not have this functionality.

Cheers, Bernhard

 

Indeed

 

Glad to know I am not alone!! I have been trying to program in stations on my 599 and have had no luck. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Also is there a factory head unit that will get satellite?
Any help would be terrific

 

FPFeath, you maybe interested in the content of the 3rd post in this thread.

http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/612-599/228310-accessing-tone-controls-etc-599s-bose-system.html

Customising the equaliser settings, really 'improved' the sound in my 599. IMHO

 

I finally got the Frequency +/- to display by HOLDING the On knob as opposed to pressing repeatedly as the manual states.

 

Don't feel bad if you can't program the radio. It is diabolical (yes, I think it was designed by beelzebub himself) I finally got 2 stations programmed & I am happy with that. I use my phone for NAV.

 

OK, I will admit that after a week of trying to program anything, I too ended up with two stations, no tone controls and finally called my audio guy for an appointment. One easy to set with 15 stations, amazing sound, iPod ready Alpine later, I was a happy man. Yes, I saved the Becker (rhymes with pecker, sorry Rob) for the next owner to play with. Call me what you like but life is just too short...

 

Toddston, I have exactly one station programmed and am frustrated too. Please share details of the Alpine unit you had installed. PM me if you'd like, but I bet others want to know too. Thanks.

Bob

 

With pleasure, Fellas. It is the Alpine CDE-HD 149BT unit easily installed (2.5 hours) incorporating the optional Bose Hi-Fi System that came with the car. Check it out at Alpine

 

Thanks. That's the unit I thought it might be. I spoke with a high-end audio dealer in the Bay area who has installed several of these in 599's. I like the fact that it has Sirius sat radio capability. I'm going to see if I can find a reputable installer in my area. Nice to know you're happy with yours.

Bob

 

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Originally Posted by Toddston View Post
With pleasure, Fellas. It is the Alpine CDE-HD 149BT unit easily installed (2.5 hours) incorporating the optional Bose Hi-Fi System that came with the car. Check it out at Alpine

Found an installer I trust in my area (San Luis Obispo). He's installing the Alpine on Friday. Enough of that Becker!!

Bob

 

Good for you, Bob. That's a great move and I hope you'll be happy.
A little reminder to the installer and if he has worked on 599s, he should know but be careful with that radio cover door. They are an absolute pain (and expensive) to repair.

 

Thanks, I'll make sure to mention that on Friday.

 

How did the install work out for you bob44?