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04-26-2015, 10:08 PM
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Rivet Master 
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,524
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Furrion DV3100 - has anyone tried it?
I ordered one to replace the old Motorola 8 track - mostly because it looks cool and the price is right. I hope someone else has one and loves it.
Anybody?
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"Between what matters and what seems to matter, how should the world we know judge wisely?" - E.C. Bentley, Trent's Last Case
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05-01-2015, 10:30 AM
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Rivet Master
2015 25' Flying Cloud
Bend
, Oregon
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 762
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I have one. 
I bought it mainly because it was cheap (~$150) and looks nice! So many RV/Marine AV units look horrible and out of place in our beautiful Airstreams!
Pros:
Easy to use
Looks good
Plenty of inputs, including ones on the front
Easy to install - is single DIN with a double DIN front face
Sounds great with TV/Radio
2 zone sound is easy to use!!!
The wife can use it without instruction ☺
Cons:
BT audio seems a little noisy to me, the wife does not seem to think so though.
No HDMI. Not a prob for me, the TV takes care of that for me.
Overall I am VERY happy with this unit. It does exactly what I need and I do not seem to curse when I am using it!
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05-16-2015, 06:51 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
1985 34' Excella
Victoria Harbour
, Ontario
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 32
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Furrion DV1200
I purchased a Furrion DV1200 to replace the failed audio unit in last trailer. http://furrion.com/wp-content/upload.../11/dv1000.png
I quite liked it - improved sound of stock speakers, and supports HDMI.
Neil
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05-18-2015, 10:20 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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Just looking at the DV1200 and from the photos its a double DIN footprint. It also appears the knobs may extend too far out from the mounting surface to prevent my cabinet door from closing where my Sony is mounted.
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05-19-2015, 06:24 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1985 34' Excella
Victoria Harbour
, Ontario
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 32
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Quote:
Originally Posted by KJRitchie
Just looking at the DV1200 and from the photos its a double DIN footprint. It also appears the knobs may extend too far out from the mounting surface to prevent my cabinet door from closing where my Sony is mounted.
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You are correct that it is a true double DIN unit. I still have the hybrid trailer in which the DV1200 is installed. If you want measurements to know how far the knobs protrude, I will check.
I intend to install this unit, or one like it, in the Airstream. I will likely relocate the entertainment unit as I plan for speakers, TV, antenna, etc. Not that far yet with planning.
Neil
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05-20-2015, 08:16 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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I've checked the specs on the DV3100 and it appears it would allow the cabinet door to be closed. I don't need HDMI since my TV connects are RCA.
One of the issues with even mounting the DV3100 is on my Airstream the speaker selection switch is above the Sony radio. I wouldn't need it any more with the DV3100 but while the DV3100 would probably slide into the existing radio slot it wouldn't cover the exposed hole of the speaker switch above the radio. I'm hoping I can remove that panel and flip it 180deg so the lower part of the DV3100 would cover that hole.
Kelvin
Kelvin
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10-16-2015, 06:14 PM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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Did a quick search online for the Furrion DV3100. I can't find anyone selling it anymore. I guess I could purchase from Furrion but they want $250.
Kelvin
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2008 Classic 25fb "Silver Mistress"
2015 Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins. Crew Cab, 4x4, Silver
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10-19-2015, 06:08 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1985 34' Excella
Victoria Harbour
, Ontario
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 32
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Lippert distributing Furrion products
According to this article Lippert and Furrion Sign Joint Distribution Pact | RV Business
Lippert has an exclusive distribution agreement with Furrion.
Shipment of the DV1200 unit I ordered in June was delayed more than a month. I believe this was related to the new agreement between Furrion and Lippert. When I finally reached someone, it was a Lippert customer service representative I spoke to. The unit was shipped immediately after I spoke to Lippert.
I mention this by way of suggesting it might be taking Lippert some time to re-establish the Furrion distribution network. One would think this is a priority activity after signing such an agreement, but my open order sat for about 5 weeks...
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Originally Posted by KJRitchie
Did a quick search online for the Furrion DV3100. I can't find anyone selling it anymore. I guess I could purchase from Furrion but they want $250.
Kelvin
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10-19-2015, 08:23 AM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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The DV3100 would be the easier install but I'll probably go with a Pioneer DVD double DIN touch screen head. It has a remote, the necessary video output and audio input and probably better audio quality for about the same price.
Kelvin
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2008 Classic 25fb "Silver Mistress"
2015 Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins. Crew Cab, 4x4, Silver
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01-29-2016, 05:15 PM
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Rivet Master
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,524
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The Furrion is in!
The Motorola receiver and 8 track are available (on another post) for just shipping, and the Furrion DV3100 is no longer sitting in my garage - it's in!
The Bluetooth sound is very good; I haven't tried it yet with a CD. I don't have my radio antenna hooked up yet. The wood matches the rest of the coach; the toggle switch turns even the memory connection on and off.
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"Between what matters and what seems to matter, how should the world we know judge wisely?" - E.C. Bentley, Trent's Last Case
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02-08-2016, 02:38 PM
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Rivet Master
2008 25' Classic
Full Time
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 4,309
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Where did you pick up your Furrion. Can't seem to find any online retailers.
Kelvin
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2008 Classic 25fb "Silver Mistress"
2015 Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins. Crew Cab, 4x4, Silver
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02-08-2016, 04:16 PM
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Rivet Master
1978 25' Tradewind
Metro Phoenix
, Arizona
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,524
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I can't seem to find where I bought mine, but it was some boat parts place.
These guys appear to have it: http://www.rvpartsnation.com/rv-elec...inment-system/
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"Between what matters and what seems to matter, how should the world we know judge wisely?" - E.C. Bentley, Trent's Last Case
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02-08-2016, 04:40 PM
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Rivet Master
2015 25' Flying Cloud
Bend
, Oregon
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 762
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Nicely done!
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02-09-2016, 04:53 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1985 34' Excella
Victoria Harbour
, Ontario
Join Date: Dec 2012
Posts: 32
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I ordered 2 DV1200 units directly from Furrion. furrion.com
Neil
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