AppConnect USB relocation nearer driver

OK ta, I have an Amp to fit at the back of the head unit this week, guess I'll have a look around and see what the setup is with the current USB socket in the glove box...I'm expecting to see a direct connection into the back of the HU by the sounds of it.
 
OK ta, I have an Amp to fit at the back of the head unit this week, guess I'll have a look around and see what the setup is with the current USB socket in the glove box...I'm expecting to see a direct connection into the back of the HU by the sounds of it.
Yes one lead from hu to socket ,like @Pauly said it isn't straight forward
 
Fustratingly, the T6s came with a usb in the comfort dash by gearstick do they not? There’s a little blanking plate there now. Dealer was sure it used to be standard and was now an upgrade but no longer on system. Annoying!
 
That’s exactly my problem...order comfort dash and Discovery media for that reason. Hopefully someone will offer a reasonable retrofit option as my dealer is clueless about it, hence all the questions on here.
 
That’s exactly my problem...order comfort dash and Discovery media for that reason. Hopefully someone will offer a reasonable retrofit option as my dealer is clueless about it, hence all the questions on here.
@In a state ,have you only got a usb in the top glove .?
 
My 2018 is the same, only a single usb above the glove box and a blanking plate as the above picture.

I've learned to live with it, not ideal but not the end of the world for me.
 
Dealer now says App Connect is not compatible with my head unit? Discovery Media? Stating that it on has one PR code associated with it, it apparently needs 2 PR codes? Anybody understand what they mean?
 
No I’m trying to get it activated but local dealer (not van centre) was trying to get the info and now says it can’t be done due to my head unit only having one PR? I have 7UP but not the other one? I’m none the wiser...

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Hi Did you get any further with this? I've just been told by VW I too have a Discovery Media unit with PR code 8AY and the app connect can not be retro fitted.

My T6 was registered Dec '16 finding it hard to believe!
 
I wish I could find out if I can retro fit. I dont want to pay the cash and then find it wont work :(
 
Hi Did you get any further with this? I've just been told by VW I too have a Discovery Media unit with PR code 8AY and the app connect can not be retro fitted.

My T6 was registered Dec '16 finding it hard to believe!

Mine is an '18...so app connect worked eventually at the local dealers but at £240. Luckily the supplying broker paid for that.

I retro fitted a powered usb socket in the comfort cubby for the wife to charge her phone, plus I fitted an extra on in one of the blank switches too.

The app connect usb port in the top glove box feeds my phone holder (Brodit) which is then fed under the headunit and out of another blank switch beside the steering wheel.
 
Just for info, both dash USB sockets in new vans are now App Connect compatible. Not sure it's worth changing your van for though!
 
Glad you got it sorted! Can I ask is it worth it?

I’ve since spoken to another VW van centre in Sheffield who have assured me it can be done and I’ve got it booked in for 19th March. They’ve said my discovery media unit comes up as a PR 7UP on their system.

Fingers crossed it’ll turn out ok!
 
Quick update, Sheffield Van Centre activated the App Connect successfully yesterday :) No change of USB socket required either. £224 incl VAT
 
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