Dension or LaPower for a 997.1S
12-26-2018, 11:47 AM
#1
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Dension or LaPower for a 997.1S
Please advise what is the better? I do have a multifunctional steering wheel. I have a IPhone. I do not have a CD changer. Where is the best mic location so I can be heard? I have read pros & cons of both. I do want to attempt to use it for making phone calls. My wife Gina was in a wreck a week ago and the police on the scene asked who all was talking on the phone while driving.
Thanks,
b
Thanks,
b
12-26-2018, 12:04 PM
#2
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I had the older Dension for years and was happy until it broke. Now I have the LA Power. It was easier to set up, easier to use and is much cheaper.
12-26-2018, 01:29 PM
#4
Three Wheelin'
LA Power FTW
12-26-2018, 01:32 PM
#5
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From reading old posts I get the same feeling. Where is a good location to mount the mic or is it hard/annoying for the other person to hear no matter where it is mounted?
12-26-2018, 01:36 PM
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12-26-2018, 02:16 PM
#8
I have the LA Power and outside of a little alternator whine when a song isn't playing it works great. My installer just mounted my mic on top of the steering column (not a big fan of it there but it's my fault for not specifying) and the calls are very clear and my wife says she hears me perfectly.
12-27-2018, 08:38 AM
#9
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Could be from the semi-solid motor mounts, Stage 2 suspension setup, or supercharger though where more NVH is being transferred to the call. My mic is on the driver's side visor. Vern, do you know which 2 digit code you programmed into the unit and what kind of phone are you using with it?
12-28-2018, 02:39 AM
#10
Drifting
Sorry no idea what the code is. I am using a samsung 8 for calls and streaming but also have an ipod plugged in as well. The ipod gives better sound since it is hard wired but the streaming i still pretty good
No doubt your mods contribute to the lack of sound quality but mines a cab and people can still hear me (with a little yelling ;0) even with the top down as long as i am not going too fast (which isnt too often!)
cheers
No doubt your mods contribute to the lack of sound quality but mines a cab and people can still hear me (with a little yelling ;0) even with the top down as long as i am not going too fast (which isnt too often!)
cheers
12-29-2018, 08:07 AM
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I was quoted $175 to install. Does this sound right. I’m not trying to act like I’m at a yard sale just want to understand if this price falls in line w/ the work needed to be done. I do not have a cd changer.
Thanks gang,
Thanks gang,
12-29-2018, 01:48 PM
#12
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Who's doing the install? I'd say the labor sounds about right as it took me about an hour to instal but you'll need your car's CD changer loop enabled. A stereo install place probably won't have the means to do so.
12-29-2018, 02:24 PM
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A local stereo shop is going to help me out. Can I enable my cars CD changer loop cable with my Durametric basic cable or my Foxwell NT520 Pro scanner? Thanks I didn’t realize that I had to do that.
02-25-2019, 08:24 PM
#14
Racer
I installed the LAPower unit today on my 2006 C2S ... the new kit has a three-pronged MOST cable which makes it very easy. I did it myself in about an hour and works really well! I recommend the LAPower unit. I also have aa 2008 997 TUrbo with Tooki ... the LA Power unit works just as well, if not better, and is very cheap.
02-27-2019, 03:02 PM
#15
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Same experience for me. LA Power is the best alternative unless Dension drops their price (to at least match) and increases their quality.