Installation is carried out, usually with vehicle-specific adapters that are available in auto parts trade. With a little technical understanding of the installation can be done in personal contribution without the garage. Of the many cables you should not be deterred - not so bad
Operation / ergonomics of the radio is well thought out. Quick find your way with the available via touch operation settings. If you still need help you can get with Sony detailed instructions on the Internet.
In a Golf 6 the rich "plant boxes" for a clear but powerful sound completely off if the bass is not set so high. Those who prefer something pithy and from the old "Manta-time" comes, in everybody had a mobile disco on board, should think about retrofitting of the car speakers and amplifier / subwoofer.
Thanks to the many input sources such as USB, Bluetooth, CD, DVD and the format diversity of the media can play them comfortably. The right-contrast, sharp display is of course a huge difference than previous displays normal radios. A lot of information (song title, artist, radio station name, time, status information, etc.) are displayed clearly. Also contents of DVD's run smoothly and clearly. It should always be noted that the attention of the driver should be on the market, even if one is led quickly to perceive the information of the moniceiver.
Practical and safe for the ride is the integr. Speakerphone via Bluetooth. A smartphone is paired quickly and one has - as required by law - hands free when telephoning. The communication in both directions is loud and clear. A small microphone is included and should be placed in "oral cavity". Even if the phone battery faster, the breath goes through Bluetooth connectivity, a very useful thing.
A PIN code or the like to protect the unit, there are not, and I could imagine that might be interesting for thieves these types of devices. Necessarily requires a remote control Whether one is undecided. Although is chic but not necessarily needed.
Conclusion:
If the vehicle is suitable (double-DIN slot, no on-board computer in the prev. Radio, etc.) and you want to move with the times to also go to be multimedia, the Sony Moniceiver offers a high quality introduction to this device class. If digital radio reception needs and, if necessary. Wants to use the device as a navigation solution you need to have recourse to a larger model. Especially the use of Navis in the device is not possible.