Camera chips
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Well - I don't have a side by side list of tech features but i am pretty sure the A7 has tons more than Q7 - for example the innovation package, Google Maps integration (online services) and I will hazard to say Side Assist.
But really i am talking about the experience of sitting into the drivers seat of the A7 V's the Q7. The A7 feels more like a high resolution, hi-tech cockpit in every way. The Q7 for example has a smaller screen for MMI, has the older information screen on the dash, has a button to start the engine AND a button to stop the engine (which was strange to me).
I don't mean to knock the Q7 and i think its a good SUV overall - its just apples to oranges when comparing to an A7.
But really i am talking about the experience of sitting into the drivers seat of the A7 V's the Q7. The A7 feels more like a high resolution, hi-tech cockpit in every way. The Q7 for example has a smaller screen for MMI, has the older information screen on the dash, has a button to start the engine AND a button to stop the engine (which was strange to me).
I don't mean to knock the Q7 and i think its a good SUV overall - its just apples to oranges when comparing to an A7.
Really, is there a massive difference in tech between the A7 and the Q7? The flip up screen in the A7 is nice vs the built-in dash set-up in the Q7 but aesthetics aside, tech-wise I thought they were pretty similar. Interested to hear more of your views on this!
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I've just picked up an s-line A7 as a loaner for the week while my Q7 is in the shop.
First thoughts, I fully agree with you re the information screen between the gauges, much more attractive and futuristic.
The centre pop-up screen is a nice touch but the MMI look and feel in the A7 feels far less superior to me than the in-built dash look of the Q7. The main reason for this in my opinion is the rendering of the screen and graphics which is further let down by a childish looking font and feel. Slight exaggeration but not refined at all like the new A8. I would have thought in this respect, things would have been on par.
Re tech, my Q7 has Google Maps (with online services), side assist, lane assist, adaptive cruise, etc... will look at the A7 brochure to see what, if any, additional offerings there are. Again, the A8 is dripping with tech lacking in all other models like night vision, etc.
Aesthetically, the A7 is a fantastic looking thing and may need to look into seriously buying one based on this. I have this beast for a week so will be making the most of it!
First thoughts, I fully agree with you re the information screen between the gauges, much more attractive and futuristic.
The centre pop-up screen is a nice touch but the MMI look and feel in the A7 feels far less superior to me than the in-built dash look of the Q7. The main reason for this in my opinion is the rendering of the screen and graphics which is further let down by a childish looking font and feel. Slight exaggeration but not refined at all like the new A8. I would have thought in this respect, things would have been on par.
Re tech, my Q7 has Google Maps (with online services), side assist, lane assist, adaptive cruise, etc... will look at the A7 brochure to see what, if any, additional offerings there are. Again, the A8 is dripping with tech lacking in all other models like night vision, etc.
Aesthetically, the A7 is a fantastic looking thing and may need to look into seriously buying one based on this. I have this beast for a week so will be making the most of it!
Well - I don't have a side by side list of tech features but i am pretty sure the A7 has tons more than Q7 - for example the innovation package, Google Maps integration (online services) and I will hazard to say Side Assist.
But really i am talking about the experience of sitting into the drivers seat of the A7 V's the Q7. The A7 feels more like a high resolution, hi-tech cockpit in every way. The Q7 for example has a smaller screen for MMI, has the older information screen on the dash, has a button to start the engine AND a button to stop the engine (which was strange to me).
I don't mean to knock the Q7 and i think its a good SUV overall - its just apples to oranges when comparing to an A7.
But really i am talking about the experience of sitting into the drivers seat of the A7 V's the Q7. The A7 feels more like a high resolution, hi-tech cockpit in every way. The Q7 for example has a smaller screen for MMI, has the older information screen on the dash, has a button to start the engine AND a button to stop the engine (which was strange to me).
I don't mean to knock the Q7 and i think its a good SUV overall - its just apples to oranges when comparing to an A7.
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Had our camera installed yesterday. The dealer had the car the whole day. My wife took it in and they gave her an A4 avant to drive. She really loved that but thought it was a tad to small (prob because we are used to the A7). She picked it up and the service manager showed her how it worked by backing up against a wall. She couldn't believe the definition and accuracy. Now I can't pry the car from her hands. She can now parallel park like a pro (she wouldn't even think about trying before. The directional lines showing where you are going are amazing (her words not mine). Definitely worth the money!!!!
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Had mine done yesterday and took about 3.5 hours. No issues. One interesting comment was that the dealer mentioned they had 2 software updates they needed to do to the car. Anyone know what they are? I know about the ECU flash, but not sure on the other.
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Got the camera chip installed today. The whole procedure took 3 hours. This dealership has a glass wall between the service bays and the waiting area, so I could follow the procedure and take a picture.
Installing the actual hardware part took under 10 minutes. The rest of the time was taken up by downloading software and doing calibration. The calibration part involved installing a metal paddle on both rear wheel hubs and precisely positioning a white board with black markings behind the car.
Installing the actual hardware part took under 10 minutes. The rest of the time was taken up by downloading software and doing calibration. The calibration part involved installing a metal paddle on both rear wheel hubs and precisely positioning a white board with black markings behind the car.
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Got the camera chip installed today. The whole procedure took 3 hours. This dealership has a glass wall between the service bays and the waiting area, so I could follow the procedure and take a picture.
Installing the actual hardware part took under 10 minutes. The rest of the time was taken up by downloading software and doing calibration. The calibration part involved installing a metal paddle on both rear wheel hubs and precisely positioning a white board with black markings behind the car.
Installing the actual hardware part took under 10 minutes. The rest of the time was taken up by downloading software and doing calibration. The calibration part involved installing a metal paddle on both rear wheel hubs and precisely positioning a white board with black markings behind the car.
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The rearview camera system involves a number of components like the camera itself, a controller chip that takes the camera signal and combines it with data from the steering system, a display circuitry and a few other pieces. If you order the car with the rear view camera option, all those components are installed and configured in the car at the factory.
The earthquake/tsunami in Japan last spring washed out (literally) the factory that makes the controller chips, creating a shortage of that part. Due to that Audi could not supply the cars ordered with this option in fully functioning format, so they installed everything related to the option in the cars except that chip. When the chips became available, the effected cars had to be taken to the service dealer where they installed the part and calibrated the system. Audi gave us a $250.00 credit for the inconvenience.
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