Stereo/DVD: - Can I buy a new HU-850 from Volvo UK?

ronmanager · Sep 26th, 2017, 18:44

(XC70 MY06) I have the clicking/then silent/then full volume white noise problem with my HU850 that has just occurred and I am in the middle of a driving holiday. I see from here and other forums that it is a not uncommon issue which appears to be a failed head unit. I have disconnected the amp fuse and the problem was still there so definitely not the amp. I've pulled the audio fuse now leaving myself without music (not a problem) but also no RTI Nav or reversing sensors - (a problem.)

I just want it sorted as we had the reversing sensors replaced not so long ago by Volvo at great expense and no SatNav is just bloody annoying.

So does anyone know if these HU850s can be bought new from Volvo? I'll even go for refurbished as long as it is guaranteed. There must be bloody hundreds of them coming out of scrapped V70s etc yet on Ebay they are still £hundreds with no guarantee they'll work.

Also there are rumours that a replacement unit won't work as a straight swap without software adjustments - is this the case?

I bloody love that car but am getting ****ed off with failing electronics every few months - electronics that should last longer than they have.

oragex · Sep 26th, 2017, 19:08

Yours seem to be connected with the satnav and parking sensors. on cars without these accessories no programming is needed although the Volvo dealer will say the opposite. However, given you have satnav and park sensors, it may be different

I'd still give it a try with a used one if the Ebay seller accepts returns. Only thing to look for is to get it from a similar year donor car. And there is also the chance a HU-650 would work.

And of course Volvo has them new for a few coin$$$$$$$

djneils98 · Sep 26th, 2017, 19:45

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Originally Posted by ronmanager

(XC70 MY06) I have the clicking/then silent/then full volume white noise problem with my HU850 that has just occurred and I am in the middle of a driving holiday. I see from here and other forums that it is a not uncommon issue which appears to be a failed head unit. I have disconnected the amp fuse and the problem was still there so definitely not the amp. I've pulled the audio fuse now leaving myself without music (not a problem) but also no RTI Nav or reversing sensors - (a problem.)

I just want it sorted as we had the reversing sensors replaced not so long ago by Volvo at great expense and no SatNav is just bloody annoying.

So does anyone know if these HU850s can be bought new from Volvo? I'll even go for refurbished as long as it is guaranteed. There must be bloody hundreds of them coming out of scrapped V70s etc yet on Ebay they are still £hundreds with no guarantee they'll work.

there's someone based in Ipswich that reckons they can repair these.
you have to search the forums to find them though

Theeggman · Sep 27th, 2017, 07:58

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Originally Posted by djneils98

there's someone based in Ipswich that reckons they can repair these.
you have to search the forums to find them though

The firm in question is Central Services, Ipswich.

I've used them to sort my sat nav dvd drive. They are reasonably priced and quick.

ronmanager · Sep 27th, 2017, 09:56

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Originally Posted by Theeggman

The firm in question is Central Services, Ipswich.

I've used them to sort my sat nav dvd drive. They are reasonably priced and quick.

Thanks for this, they sound like they're just the ticket. I'll contact them when I get back.

jnmonaghan · Sep 27th, 2017, 10:44

I never had the need to get my radio repaired.

Central Services,
188 Spring Road,
ipswich
IP4 5NR.

tele 01473 725953 --- ask for Marcel

Jude

luggsey · Sep 27th, 2017, 10:52

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Originally Posted by Theeggman

The firm in question is Central Services, Ipswich.

I've used them to sort my sat nav dvd drive. They are reasonably priced and quick.

Out of interest how much did they charge to fix the sat Nav dvd?

Theeggman · Sep 27th, 2017, 12:42

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Originally Posted by luggsey

Out of interest how much did they charge to fix the sat Nav dvd?

Sorry it was a while ago AND I can't find the bill. A phone call will be the best option. From memory I sent the item to them and they phoned with a quote before repair.

rxtian · Sep 27th, 2017, 16:27

If you’re competent with a soldering iron you can probably fix this yourself.

I did mine a couple of months ago. It’s the IC’s under one of the EMI shields on the bad pcb of the radio.

ronmanager · Sep 27th, 2017, 18:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by rxtian

If you’re competent with a soldering iron you can probably fix this yourself.

I did mine a couple of months ago. It’s the IC’s under one of the EMI shields on the bad pcb of the radio.

My wife said something about the "sodding ironing" the other day. Is this the same thing?

Sep 26th, 2017, 18:44	#1
ronmanager Member Last Online: Jul 22nd, 2023 15:43 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Catford	Can I buy a new HU-850 from Volvo UK? (XC70 MY06) I have the clicking/then silent/then full volume white noise problem with my HU850 that has just occurred and I am in the middle of a driving holiday. I see from here and other forums that it is a not uncommon issue which appears to be a failed head unit. I have disconnected the amp fuse and the problem was still there so definitely not the amp. I've pulled the audio fuse now leaving myself without music (not a problem) but also no RTI Nav or reversing sensors - (a problem.) I just want it sorted as we had the reversing sensors replaced not so long ago by Volvo at great expense and no SatNav is just bloody annoying. So does anyone know if these HU850s can be bought new from Volvo? I'll even go for refurbished as long as it is guaranteed. There must be bloody hundreds of them coming out of scrapped V70s etc yet on Ebay they are still £hundreds with no guarantee they'll work. Also there are rumours that a replacement unit won't work as a straight swap without software adjustments - is this the case? I bloody love that car but am getting ****ed off with failing electronics every few months - electronics that should last longer than they have. __________________ 2016 XC70 D5 LUX

Sep 26th, 2017, 19:08	#2
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	Yours seem to be connected with the satnav and parking sensors. on cars without these accessories no programming is needed although the Volvo dealer will say the opposite. However, given you have satnav and park sensors, it may be different I'd still give it a try with a used one if the Ebay seller accepts returns. Only thing to look for is to get it from a similar year donor car. And there is also the chance a HU-650 would work. And of course Volvo has them new for a few coin$$$$$$$ __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c

Sep 27th, 2017, 10:44	#6
jnmonaghan Senior Member Last Online: Yesterday 14:41 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Belfast	Volvo radio repairs I never had the need to get my radio repaired. Central Services, 188 Spring Road, ipswich IP4 5NR. tele 01473 725953 --- ask for Marcel Jude

Sep 27th, 2017, 16:27	#9
rxtian Senior Member Last Online: Oct 30th, 2023 18:03 Join Date: May 2011 Location: Southampton	If you’re competent with a soldering iron you can probably fix this yourself. I did mine a couple of months ago. It’s the IC’s under one of the EMI shields on the bad pcb of the radio.

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