RNS 510 Radio Navigation System

Fig 1: Identifying RNS 510

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

General Information 

The Radio Navigation System RNS 510 combines the functions of a navigation system with those of a high-value RDS vehicle radio.

The following described the main functions:

• RDS radio receiver
• 6.5 inch multicolor display with touch screen
• Navigation system with GPS satellite receiver
• integrated antenna diversity
• integrated DAB tuner for digital radio reception
• DVD player for navigation, video and audio
• SD memory card slot
• a hard disc drive for storing data is installed inside the unit
• Corridor function
• Playback formats MP3 and WMA

The RNS 510 radio navigation system has four speaker outputs.

The RNS 510 can be expanded to include the following components:

• CD Changer
• Multifunction steering wheel
• TV Tuner
• Amplifier
• Universal cell phone preparation (UHV Premium Light)
• Rear Seat Entertainment

The antenna is inside the rear side windows and the antenna system is integrated inside the radio "diversity function".

The navigation antenna is located on the roof.

When performing service work or fault finding, use Vehicle diagnostic tester information.