Can a new head unit 100% duplicate stock function

[Kgveteran]

Hey,
Can a new head unit completely duplicate the stocks functions (settings for the car and phone ect), plus adding functions that they can provide with a hotspot, like Tidal and Pandora

i started a Rav4 question about head units, and I thought a little more specific question would elicit some different experiences broader perspective

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[huberoy123 10+ year member]

I'm thinking that any new aftermarket head unit that you purchase will require you to purchase an additional module specific to your car; to retain stock features such as steering wheel controls for your stereo. You will have to search for a head unit that provides hot spot, etc.
Others may be able to provide more information.

 

[Kgveteran]

I'm thinking that any new aftermarket head unit that you purchase will require you to purchase an additional module specific to your car; to retain stock features such as steering wheel controls for your stereo. You will have to search for a head unit that provides hot spot, etc.
Others may be able to provide more information.

Ahhhhhh ok, thats very helpful, can we discuss where to purchase here, so i can ask a few questions, thanx

 

[Popwarhomie 5,000+ posts]

Not for me. Thats why I stayed stock headunit and ran a DSR1 DSP.

 

[huberoy123 10+ year member]

I would try crutchfield.com. They have very good customer support. They have live chat and telephone support.

 

[Kgveteran]

Not for me. Thats why I stayed stock headunit and ran a DSR1 DSP.

Go on........ tell me more, how did you end up configuring it ? How are you enjoing it ? Did you add subs ?

 

[tojohnso]

Hey OP - check out Maestro. https://maestro.idatalink.com This is what the place I get work done uses. On their website, you can check what functions may work. The head unit has to be compatible with it too.