Tech for Your Van: Why You Need a Large Screen in Your VW Transporter or Mercedes Vito
The queens of the road (T5/T6 and Vito/Viano) are incredible vehicles, but their stock radios are stuck in the past. Discover how to upgrade them.
If you own a Volkswagen Transporter (T5/T6) or a Mercedes Vito/Viano (W639/W447), you know you have a treasure. They are robust vehicles, hold their value incredibly well, and are the perfect base for both work and camper conversions (California, Marco Polo, Multivan...).
However, both German brands have a historic weak point: The multimedia system. Original radios (like VW's RNS510 or Mercedes' Comand) are slow, have 10-year-old obsolete maps, and lack modern connectivity.
The Problem: A Premium Vehicle with Ancient Tech
Driving a Viano or a California is a pleasure, but relying on a mobile phone with a suction cup on the windshield is not. It's uncomfortable, blocks visibility in a vehicle that already has many blind spots, and aesthetically "kills" the interior vibe.
The ultimate solution is to install a specific Android Screen designed for the exact slot of your model. Whether it's the square format of the VW or the oval shape of the Mercedes W639, our screens integrate seamlessly without awkward frames, maintaining the dashboard's original aesthetics.
Professional Navigation for Your Routes
When you head out on a route along the coast or into the mountains, you need reliability. With a 9 or 10-inch Android screen and apps like Google Maps, Waze, or Park4Night, you will have:
- Real-time traffic to avoid traffic jams when leaving the city (vital with large vehicles).
- Exact locations of campsites and overnight parking areas.
- Satellite maps to find that perfect spot by the sea.
Parking Safety (The Camera is Vital)
Both the Transporter and the Vito exceed 5 meters in length. Reversing into narrow spaces, garages, or campsites with low trees can be a risk to the bodywork (and your wallet).
Our screens allow for the installation of High Definition (AHD) rear-view cameras. When you put it in reverse, you will see clearly what is behind you on a large-format screen. If your van already has original parking sensors, the system retains them and displays them graphically alongside the image.
Entertainment: Cinema on Wheels
Rainy days or quiet nights in the van call for relaxation. With a full Android system, your dashboard becomes a Smart TV.
You can rotate the front seats (if you have swivel bases) and use the screen to watch:
- Your favorite series on Netflix, Disney+, or Prime Video.
- YouTube videos or music on Spotify through the van's speakers.
- Live TV via IPTV apps.
Prepare your van for the next adventure
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