Headunit basic version (HU-B): Notes

As headunits, control units from different system suppliers can be used. In recent years the entire series included the following:

Headunit High (Navigation Professional): 

• High version Car Information Computer (CIC)
• Car Communication Computer (CCC)

Headunit Basic Version (Navigation Business) 

• Basic Version Car Information Computer (CIC)
• 2nd generation Central Headunit and Multimedia Platform (CHAMP)
• Multi-audio system controller (M-ASK)

Radio (no navigation)

• Headunit basic version (HU-B)
• Radio Professional (RAD2)
• Radio Business (RAD)

The headunit basic version (HU-B) is described below. 

The HU-B control unit is used as a headunit. The headunit basic version is the headunit in the MOST network.

The noticeable changes for the headunit basic version are:

• Central Information Display connected via APIX data line (previously LVDS data line)
• Diversity (aerial amplifier without aerial diversity; aerial diversity integrated in the headunit)
• New controller with only 5 selector keys and one tilt direction
• Integrate of the following former control units as functions in the head unit:
  • Digital tuner (DAB)
  • Digital tuner US (IBOC)
  • Satellite car radio (SDARS)
• Integrated telephone function (depending on optional equipment)