This question was asked not so long ago on here and if I remember correctly
all you will miss on the display is the information that is for CD/Radio. So
the temperature and clock should still work. I'm going to try this myself
when I get round to it, I'm just going to unplug it and see what happens. My
last car had a similar setup and when I unplugged the HU everything else
worked as before (was not a Vauxhall though). Let us know how you get on.

Gav

"MrFresh" wrote in message
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Anyone got some feedback on the display in the astra, and what will happen
if i remove the factory deck?


"MrFresh" wrote in message
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Hey guys ,

just purchasing a Holden (Opel) Astra 3door '01. The car is all factory
currently, but looking and giving it a source upgrade, followed by
speakers,
powered by amp in near future.

I'm already keen to go and grab the Sony CDX-L490X (Silver) deck, since
it's
well laid out, looks attractive, (has an adjustable Eq), plays CD-RW and
is
cheap.

Tho, being an astra should i get someone to install it for me...
roughly
$30AUS or do it myself.. what kinda complications are you going to run
into
with a car of this type,

I'm into all things sounds, gadgetry, but havent done anything with car
audio.. I might found out if i go ahead and do it, but thought i'd ask
here
first, since i hear the astra can be tricky with it's dash, and the
display
screen above. I also wouldn't mind retaining a warranty after all of
this
.


Further to all of this, where can i grab some sound design ideas' and
discussions on this type of car, (hatch 3 door).. Where should i be
placing
the amp, are the factory door speaker inset's sufficient. ?, splits or
single 3ways? --- yes the astra does have dash sockets for tweeters,
inbuilt.

Some of your advice would be appreciated.

Mrfresh..