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12-27-2015, 12:35 AM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32A
State: Florida
Posts: 1,873
THOR #2829
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Originally Posted by JamieGeek
A WiFi setup can be as simple as turning on tethering/hotspot on your phone to a complete networking solution in the RV (there is someone on here who has a really nice setup--I forget who; I'm sure they will chime in here).
We usually try to connect our devices up to the local campground's WiFi first. Typically after we discover that is far too slow I'll turn on a hotspot with my phone or tablet.
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Haven't been keeping up with the forum recently... catching up.
See this thread for a description of my RV network setup... I just updated after a year of using this setup - and as I begin another 3 months 'remote'.
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12-29-2015, 02:16 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 27K
State: Nevada
Posts: 388
THOR #970
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The yellow wire is attached to the chassis/ starting battery side, the red one goes thru the store switch to the coach battery.
This allows the radio to remember settings. They both should be in the. Distribution box
QUOTE=Bob n Cindy;7181]Front Distribution Box is located in the engine compartment. Should be on the right side.[/QUOTE]
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12-29-2015, 05:56 PM
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#83
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Quote:
Originally Posted by petef
The yellow wire is attached to the chassis/ starting battery side, the red one goes thru the store switch to the coach battery.
This allows the radio to remember settings. They both should be in the. Distribution box
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I hooked the yellow wire to switched: The only setting the yellow wire retains in the 215 is the clock and since it has a GPS the clock syncs up pretty quickly on powerup. Thus, in my camper, when the use/store switch is in store mode the 215 is completely disconnected.
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01-03-2016, 02:07 PM
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#84
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32A
State: Florida
Posts: 1,873
THOR #2829
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JamieGeek
Update: Spent a couple of hours carefully rewiring the dash for the 215. Pulled out the 212's collar and put in the 215.
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Jamie,
Seems I will be making this same replacement... Is there a good trick for getting out the old sleeve? Guessing the 212 sleeve wasn't compatible since you replaced it. It seems to have 'bend tabs' that are holding it in - and I don't see an easy way to 'un-bend'...
Some have mentioned removing the dash top - In my rig (2014 Hurricane) - I don't see a simple way to do that (over the instrument cluster has a removable panel - but doesn't give access to radio.. nothing appears easily removable in center section.)
Thanks!
Greg
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01-03-2016, 03:31 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Windsport 27K
State: Virginia
Posts: 31
THOR #2314
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Hi Greg,
I recently replaced my Jensen JRV212 with the JRV215. You have to use the new sleeve. Removing the old sleeve - it's not worth trying to unbend the tabs, too much trouble. Just gently bend the sides, top, and bottom inward until the tabs release. The metal is very pliable allowing you to do this.
Good luck . . .
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01-14-2016, 06:39 AM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 34J
State: Pennsylvania
Posts: 3
THOR #893
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dead unit
having problem with my 212. All i get is static, cannot even power unit off. have checked all fuses and reset unit to no avail. any suggestions?
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01-14-2016, 05:17 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 32A
State: Florida
Posts: 1,873
THOR #2829
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Girard89
having problem with my 212. All i get is static, cannot even power unit off. have checked all fuses and reset unit to no avail. any suggestions?
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I assume the screen is blank... Unfortunately an all too familiar problem..
See this thread: http://www.thorforums.com/forums/f10...creen-775.html
There is a fuse on back of unit (need to remove from dash) - lots of details in other thread.
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01-14-2016, 08:23 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Hurricane 27K
State: Nevada
Posts: 388
THOR #970
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See the link to the other thread. If your unit has the blue LED on the edges lit, screen blank and the power button does not work you have the display issue. The unit can be re manufactured, maybe warranty if out of date, call ASA 877-845-8750, don't give up until you talk to a senior manager.
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01-30-2016, 07:07 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Challenger 37KT
State: Texas
Posts: 235
THOR #1183
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Just now finishing 212 to 215 install and in trying to update map software could not find JRV215N on IGO/naviextras.com Jensen registration list. Only an older JRV213AVN. Should I just use 213AVN?
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01-30-2016, 10:09 PM
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Yeah that is what I did.
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01-31-2016, 12:11 AM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Windsport 27K
State: Virginia
Posts: 31
THOR #2314
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Dittoes!
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01-31-2016, 01:39 PM
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#92
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Challenger 37KT
State: Texas
Posts: 235
THOR #1183
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215 install done and everything works! Only one note worth mentioning - I mounted radio at angle in the dash hole to improve viewing from drivers position. Ended up with left side flush and right side sticking out about 1/2 inch. Covered the exposed radio frame with balck material and with trim ring installed you can't see the change without looking very close.
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01-31-2016, 02:45 PM
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: 2015 Windsport 27K
State: Virginia
Posts: 31
THOR #2314
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Congratulations! Good idea angling the unit so you can see it better. My Windsport dash opening is already nicely angled toward the driver and is easily viewed.
We installed our Bluetooth microphone through the switch blank next to the "Cab Light" switch. Where did you install yours?
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02-01-2016, 02:40 PM
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Senior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Challenger 37KT
State: Texas
Posts: 235
THOR #1183
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Runeasy
We installed our Bluetooth microphone through the switch blank next to the "Cab Light" switch. Where did you install yours?
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Right now it is hooked on the dash cover - centered in front of steering wheel. Works great sitting still in RV park. I want to get some on the road use before I make a decision.
BTW when anyone goes thru this and you are ready update GPS software for the first time - be sure you have a reliable and fast www connection. The update is huge. Took a couple hours on my 4g phone connection.
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02-05-2016, 02:47 PM
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: California
Posts: 11
THOR #1054
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Hey Guys, I have a Challenger 35ht 2015. I am upgrading to the 215.
1. Previous to installing, did you disconnect the Neg at the chassis battery as well as the Neg at coach battery? (From posts I see that the radio is getting power from both sources)
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US Navy (Ret)
Perris, CA
2015 Thor Challenger 35 HT
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02-05-2016, 02:55 PM
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#96
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yz400rcr1
1. Previous to installing, did you disconnect the Neg at the chassis battery as well as the Neg at coach battery? (From posts I see that the radio is getting power from both sources)
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I don't think I did; don't think I even put the coach in "store" mode as I needed the lights.
I did all the wiring with the radio unplugged from the harness and then plugged everything in at the end.
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02-05-2016, 03:23 PM
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#97
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Junior Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
State: California
Posts: 11
THOR #1054
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Quote:
Originally Posted by JamieGeek
I don't think I did; don't think I even put the coach in "store" mode as I needed the lights.
I did all the wiring with the radio unplugged from the harness and then plugged everything in at the end.
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Thanks Jamie....I noticed earlier in the post there was an issue with the 212t having a lower ampereged fuse that when the forum member used the mic it blew the fuse. When changing to the 215 did you have to change the fuse to a 15 amp?
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US Navy (Ret)
Perris, CA
2015 Thor Challenger 35 HT
Over The Hill Gang Vet Motocross Club
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02-05-2016, 03:28 PM
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#98
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Axis/Vegas Enthusiast
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Axis 24.4
State: Michigan
Posts: 9,837
THOR #1150
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yz400rcr1
Thanks Jamie....I noticed earlier in the post there was an issue with the 212t having a lower ampereged fuse that when the forum member used the mic it blew the fuse. When changing to the 215 did you have to change the fuse to a 15 amp?
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LOL that was me: Thor had put in a smaller fuse in its fuse panel than the fuse on the back of the radio. I did replace it with a larger fuse (I think one that matched the rating on the back of the radio--or slightly larger; it was whatever I had on hand).
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02-06-2016, 03:06 AM
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#99
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Member
Brand: Thor Motor Coach
Model: Vegas 24.1
State: Georgia
Posts: 30
THOR #1460
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yz400rcr1
Hey Guys, I have a Challenger 35ht 2015. I am upgrading to the 215.
1. Previous to installing, did you disconnect the Neg at the chassis battery as well as the Neg at coach battery? (From posts I see that the radio is getting power from both sources)
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Good choice for the upgrade, the swap was plug and play. I have had no issues with this radio unlike the 212 that had several bugs with it.
Happy Trails
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02-06-2016, 11:43 AM
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#100
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Site Team
Brand: Entegra
Model: Accolade 37TS
State: South Dakota
Posts: 8,726
THOR #1469
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Quote:
Originally Posted by yz400rcr1
Hey Guys, I have a Challenger 35ht 2015. I am upgrading to the 215.
1. Previous to installing, did you disconnect the Neg at the chassis battery as well as the Neg at coach battery? (From posts I see that the radio is getting power from both sources)
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Wes,
Since you have a Challenger are you swapping over from the Axxerra or did your coach come with the Jensen 212?
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US Army (Ret)
2020 Entegra Accolade 37TS
2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk (Toad)
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