Eclipse AVN 6620, any thoughts?

ECLIPSE AVN6620 DVD Navigation System with 7inch Wide TFT Display and Dual DVD Multi-Source Receiver AVN6620 | Fujitsu Ten (http://www.eclipse-web.com/avn/avn6620overviews.html)

I am thinking about having this installed on Thursday. Anybody have any thoughts on this system? Good? Bad? Better available? I can get this HU and professional install for $1200. I was thinking about getting some better speakers for the front doors as well, once again any thoughts? I really don't know much about speakers and sound systems so any help is appreciated. Thanks

I like the 6620, it's a step above and the 2008 model of the unit I am running. I started my system off with a 2007 avn5510 and have been very pleased with it.

One new thing the 6620 includes is built in ipod controls. Be warned, haha you start with the good ish, you're going to want to finish with the good ish :eek:

This is what I added first:
AVN5510
Sirius Radio
HandsFree Bluetooth - by far one of the best upgrades I've done.

Then I went all out and dynamatted the truck, went active on my system so wallet beware!

Did you notice a huge difference with the Dynamat? And what did you Dynamat? Floor, doors, roof?

That is a sweet unit. It uses DVD navigation, as compared to Hard drive (Pioneer) or solid state (Kenwood/Garmin). I agree that the bluetooth integration is awesome.

I dampened the rear bulkhead, the floor underneath the seat, and the underside of the seat with two layers, and the doors with one layer. See my install thread for pictures.

I love my Eclipse set-up, mine is the AVN 5435 and I have the Eclipse back-up camera connected also. Good stuff!

Okay guys, I ordered the system today and they are installing it tomorrow, assuming they get all the parts. I am getting the 6620 with bluetooth, ipod, and a Boyo back up camera installed. I am really excited about upgrading and can't wait to play!!! They actually talked me out of buying different speakers, for now! They said since I am on the fence about getting new speakers that I should wait until I get the new unit and see what I think instead of just spending a few extra hundred. Sounds reasonable. Hopefully I can post some pics tomorrow!

Not a bad approach, but I give you 30 days and you'll be back for speakers :) You can have the doors dampened at the same time. Beware, this can blow up into a full blown addiction.

Not a bad approach, but I give you 30 days and you'll be back for speakers :) You can have the doors dampened at the same time. Beware, this can blow up into a full blown addiction.

Yep, Like shovelhd said... you just screwed the pooch buddy ;)

You're boyo backup camera will require an adapter in order to plug into the AVN's. If they are an authorized Eclipse installer they should know this, but just in case here you go:
Eclipse AVN5510/AVN6610/AVN Camera Adapter re. BEC106 - eBay (item 120249035818 end time May-17-08 22:39:29 PDT) (http://cgi.ebay.com/Eclipse-AVN5510-AVN6610-AVN-Camera-Adapter-re-BEC106_W0QQitemZ120249035818QQihZ002QQcategoryZ602 08QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp 1638Q2em118Q2el1247)

i just got some speakers and tried to change them but couldnt, the stock speakers are held in by clips NOT screws and the space to put the speakers is to small the only way i can think of is customize the door to fit the speakers, anyone else find this out?

i just got some speakers and tried to change them but couldnt, the stock speakers are held in by clips NOT screws and the space to put the speakers is to small the only way i can think of is customize the door to fit the speakers, anyone else find this out?

Rakapur,
If you speach for speaker install you will see that a speaker adapter is needed to complete your installation without having to modify the doors.

where can i get one of these adapters crutchfield.com sent me some but those dont work

Got the system installed today...I am still trying to figure things out. So far everything is working fine. You guys are right about the speakers...I am already wanting new ones :) I will try to get some pics up soon..I like the way the system looks, but I wish it were a little more flush with the trim.

i found an adapter that has the clips and its made FOR THE RIDGELINE Stereo Speaker Adapter Honda Ridgeline 06 2006 - eBay (item 110128832025 end time May-12-08 16:51:31 PDT) (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110128832025&_trksid=p3907.m32&_trkparms=tab%3DWatching)
i just ordered some for me hopefully they work, i'll keep you guys posted on this and try to load some pictures of it

You guys are right

We are always right.

Hail to the ROC.

:D

i found an adapter that has the clips and its made FOR THE RIDGELINE Stereo Speaker Adapter Honda Ridgeline 06 2006 - eBay (item 110128832025 end time May-12-08 16:51:31 PDT) (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110128832025&_trksid=p3907.m32&_trkparms=tab%3DWatching)
i just ordered some for me hopefully they work, i'll keep you guys posted on this and try to load some pictures of it

Those should work just fine.

Got the system installed today...I am still trying to figure things out. So far everything is working fine. You guys are right about the speakers...I am already wanting new ones :) I will try to get some pics up soon..I like the way the system looks, but I wish it were a little more flush with the trim.

Wondered if you were still happy with your 6620. My dealer initially recommended that model but when the new Pioneer F Series were announced, I went with that. Needless to say, it's been in for 3 days and I think it's coming out.... very buggy; takes forever to start up; screen is washed out in sunlight; bluetooth doesn't work with my Curve, etc.

Did you consider the AVN5495? Seems like an older unit but is hard drive based vs. DVD. Seems like that would be quicker but appears to lack a bluetooth option.

If you have any other specifics on likes/dislikes, it would be appreciated. I have a serious case of buyers remorse with the Pioneer and at this point think I would have been better served with going with Factory NAV. Of course a little late for that now....

Thanks.

I hate to hear you are having buyers remorse....as for me I am happy with my unit. It does everything I need it to do. The only thing I dislike is the bluetooth is not integrated in the head unit. It uses the Parrot bluetooth, which works great, I just wish it was integrated. We ended up going with the Eclipse back up camera instead of the Boyo, but to be honest it is all the same to me. I really didn't consider anything else. I live in a smaller city and we have a locally owned company called CARRS here that has a good reputation on this kind of stuff, so I walked in told the owner what I was looking for, he got on the phone with his supplier and I ended up with the Eclipse. I am very happy with the system, as for DVD based Navi, it isn't an issue because it has the capability of dual input...I can listen to a CD, IPOD, or watch a DVD and still use the Navigation system. Hope this helps..I am not the most knowledgable person when it comes to audio things.

Any pics of the HU installed?

i just installed this on my rtl and im very satisfied. avn 6620 + bluetooth + bec106 camera + jl 250/1 amp on stock subwoofer.

one word.....justright!