I wanted to replace the RCD300 in my VW Golf GTI Mk5 2008 with something that retained the factory look, and this did the trick perfectly. Installation is fairly straightforward especially if you don’t install the reverse camera that came with it – just unplug the existing unit and plug in the new one using the provided power/canbus leads. I also had to plug in the GPS antenna, radio antenna (an adapter is included), and the USB & microphone extension wires. There are also connectors provided for auxiliary sound and video inputs if required.


In my car the 2 USB sockets fit perfectly in one of the empty button holders near the gear knob (see images). The GPS antenna can be placed underneath the dash, attached to a piece of metal there (the antenna is magnetic). Reception is good and you can install any navigation app from the Play store. Radio reception is very good, same as the factory unit. I did not install DAB so cannot comment on that.


If installing the reverse camera it gets a bit more complicated as you have to pass the wire from the back to the head-unit. Once that is done, the camera needs to be powered on when the reverse gear is engaged. I found a 3-wire connector coming out of the unit (red, orange-black, black) and tested it with a multimeter, the orange-black is live when the reverse is engaged. I spliced that wire into the red wire coming out of the camera’s RCA connector and it worked like a charm – no need to splice into the reverse light at the back.


As for the unit itself it is well built and the software works well – it is a tweaked Android 5.1 system and it supports pretty much anything that can be done on an Android phone or tablet. The default home screen cannot be modified much but installing the Apex launcher allowed me to fully customize the home screens. I connected my mobile via Bluetooth easily and it works well, although the microphone is not the best and still unsure where to place it for the best reception. I also purchased a WiFi OBD2 adapter and the unit works perfectly with it. The Torque app is great and I was able to add its widgets to the Apex home screen (see image).


Overall I was very impressed with the unit, I have only had it for a few weeks but so far it has worked well. A great replacement for the aging factory unit and for the price, it is much more worth it than the OEM units that are not as customizable as this one. Highly recommended.


–by David B.

This 10.1 inch monitor with integrated DVD is amazing, not only can it handle cd/dvd it also allows you to play games (using the provided remote/controller). I have used it for connection of a Pumpkin Head Unit that I have in the front of the car and stream either YouTube or Kodi to the kids in the back.


One good thing about this is you can connect two monitors together to mirror the image, this way only one will need hard-wiring to the cars head unit.


I do not actually own any DVD discs (I moved on from optical media many years ago) so had to take the kids out to the good old £1 shop to find something to test and lo and behold it played flawlessly (although I do not use this feature the rest of time).


The touchscreen is good and responsive, but as it comes with a fully fledged remote there is no need to dirty up the screen with your fingerprints.


All in all this really is a must have item for those long car journeys or even (as I tend to use it) for sitting in the car while one of us parents goes shopping (my 2 kids are a nightmare while shopping!).


Great Unit – Good viewing angles (not great but good) – my kids could just about see each others screen if they were to look over.


–by Chris B.


Check more headrest monitor DVD Players on Pumpkin official websites:


Pumpkin US: www.autopumpkin.com
Pumpkin EU: www.autopumpkin.de

Absolutely brilliant bit of kit. I would be lost without it. Even though my GPS antenna is stuck under the dashboard against the inside of the bulkhead, I get very accurate navigation and at least 10 satellites at all times.


The sound is brilliant and it even allows programming of a stalk adapter.


I cannot praise this Pumpkin unit high enough.


I can both recommend this product and state I have not received any discount or other reward for this review.


The overall quality is far greater than expected, considering the price.


–by Steve


Very good looking unit for the price. Sounds great, easy enough to wire up with a bit of common sense, although my car is old so wasn;t bothered about ripping the insides apart, but have since been told there are plenty adapters available. Can attach an external storage to the USB port and play AVI files through the screen, as well as music. Can also stream music through your phone over bluetooth and play through the unit. GPS works great, picks up satellites very quickly.


Does the same job, just as well, as many more expensive examples.


The manual could do with being a little clearer, so I’m still trying to figure some of the features out, but if you are looking for a good unit without paying extortionate prices, then this could be the one.


–by Rusty


Check more Pumpkin wince car radio on Pumpkin official websites:


Pumpkin US: www.autopumpkin.com
Pumpkin DE: www.autopumpkin.de
Pumpkin UK: http://ift.tt/29hvZcz