Setting up the grant's standard radio

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On the right side of the radio there is a USB connector, which is designed to connect:

1. USB Flash card (USB 2.0 and 3.0 up to 64 GB); 2.USB Flash player with a memory capacity of at least 1024 MB; 3.USB HDD with FAT32 file system; 4.Mobile phone (only in charging mode).

On the left side of the radio there is a slot for SD cards. SD Memory Card Slot: Supports SD, SDHC cards of 32 x 24 x 2.1mm size. SDHC up to 32 GB, SD up to 32 GB.

The file allocation table (FAT) of the connected device must be version FAT16 (2 GB). The maximum number of primary partitions should be no more than 4. It is advisable that the directory tree of the connected device have no more than eight levels. There should be no more than 1000 files in one directory.

While playing files, the display shows all the necessary information about the track. The playback source is selected using the AUDIO button on the left side of the radio. The radio has equalizer presets (JAZZ, POP, CLASSICAL, VOCAL and USER). The range of timbre adjustments for bass, treble, balance, and front/rear balance is from “‒7” to “+7” units.

The radio has Bluetooth and Handsfree functions. You can connect your phone by long pressing the handset button. When pairing on the phone, the inscription “MMC12” should appear in the list of found devices, the default password is “0000”. After successful connection, the BT icon will appear on the display of the radio. There is no phone book on the Kalina 2 and Grant radio, but it is possible to save up to 6 numbers in the radio’s memory. The audio system also remembers the last outgoing and incoming calls. The manufacturer does not guarantee operation of a phone in Handsfree mode that uses two or more SIM cards.

The radio allows you to listen to audio files from your mobile phone. To do this, you need to connect your phone to the radio via Bluetooth and launch the player on your phone. The manufacturer states that certain cell phone models may not work correctly with this radio, but this is not a sign of a malfunction.

The Kalina 2 and Granta radio has its own battery, which allows you to save user settings after disconnecting the battery for 10 days.

Supported Audio Formats

The audio system supports audio formats (MP3. With constant or variable bit rate, bit rate 32–320 kb/s and sampling rate 44.1/48 kHz; WMA. (without DRM protection). With constant bit rate and bit rate 10–320 kb/s , with variable bitrate and transmission speed 32–192 kb/sec).

Video review of the radio, the video is not mine.

The standard radio for Kalina 2 and Grant has all the necessary functions for a modern car. The audio system works flawlessly, there are no freezes, all operations are performed instantly. The build quality is at a high level. The only disadvantage is the lack of a CD/DVD drive, but nowadays discs are becoming a thing of the past. The standard radio of the Lada Kalina 2 and Granta without an LCD display is a good alternative for those who find physical buttons more convenient than a sensor.

The standard radio for the Lada Granta model is an improved device, the design basis of which is the “Sirf Atlas” processor, supplied by the well-known. In addition to the presence of a radio receiver, the device is equipped with a large touch screen and has the ability to connect an external source via a video input by replacing the software and performing firmware. However, in the basic configuration of a domestic car there is only a push-button radio. Many owners are not happy with this fact and want to connect a more modern radio. This article will tell you how to install a radio.

What is the functionality of the radio?

The fact that there is a standard radio in the domestic car Lada Granta Lux and in Kalina-2, and the devices are constantly being improved. A special feature of the radio is that it fits deep into the standard place, which is accompanied by minor difficulties when removing it. The large monochrome display displays a user-friendly interface.

Reviews from owners indicate that the software has an operating system based on the legendary Windows, the potential capabilities of which are increased by firmware. It is possible to create a desktop in the image of a household computer and connect to the Internet. To do this, you should use a 3g modem.

If you need to enter data, manipulation can be done using the on-screen keyboard. Own memory is not enough, so to meet the ever-growing demands of owners, it is recommended to use an SD card as a storage medium. This drawback is included in the list of reasons, due to the relevance of which, most motorists prefer choosing a foreign vehicle.

Specifications and overview of device functions

We should start with the fact that the manufacturer of the radio with an LCD display is domestic, this is NPP Itelma, Moscow. The company produces and supplies its products (electronics and digital equipment) to the largest automotive enterprises in Russia. Multimedia system MMC 2190, catalog number 2190-7900010-00 for Granta, is an updated device with a new processor and transistor stage. The production of old products with number 2190-7900010 has been discontinued, and it is not possible to buy them. The technical characteristics of the radio are presented in Table 1.

Parameter	CPU	RAM	Inner memory	operating system	Photo formats	Video format	Sound	External media
Meaning	SiRF Atlas-V AT551	128MB	5341 bytes	Windows CE 6.0	JPEG,JPG JPE,BMP GIF,PNG	WMV 240×320 px	MP3, WMA, WAV	SD and SDHC (up to 32GB), USB (up to 64GB)

Note: The kit includes an antenna designed for installation on the roof of a vehicle.

The standard radio has a resistive screen, which, unlike a capacitive screen, works better at low temperatures, although it is inferior in ease of use. The controls are completely touch-sensitive, with the exception of the puck that regulates the sound. The central panel also has buttons for quick mute and mode switching, which is very convenient in various situations. The main menu of the device consists of 6 items:

To tune in and reliably receive FM radio stations, there are 4 playlists; in addition, it is possible to receive signals from radio stations operating in the AM range. This function may seem useless if you are in a city or more or less large settlement.

However, in the periphery, there are not FM transmitting stations everywhere, and signals from AM radio stations are present everywhere and can be listened to. You can tune in to a specific station either manually or automatically.

All these functions can be implemented by clicking on the “Radio” menu button. The antenna for receiving FM signals that comes with the device, according to reviews, has flaws in its design. While driving, the sound volume fluctuates when listening to the radio, so some car enthusiasts purchase an additional antenna.

You can watch the video on the radio of your Lada Granta car by pressing the corresponding menu button. The device plays the most popular AVI video file format with great difficulty and the picture lags behind the voice acting. This is due to the small amount of RAM and insufficient processor performance. However, if you use a desktop computer and a converter, the film can be converted to WMV 320x240 format (Windows Media Player) and watched in a car with fairly decent quality.

How to install a head unit on a car with basic equipment?

Since the Lada Granta base is not equipped with musical equipment, and only a push-button radio is installed on board, the question justifiably arises: how is the standard radio installed in the cabin? In reality, this is a simpler procedure than it might seem at first. The occurrence of problems during installation is excluded, since a seat is already provided for the standard device on the Lada Granta panel, regardless of the level of equipment.

You can purchase the device in a retail chain or on an Internet site, where you can actually find an improved version, equipped with a navigation system with a detailed map of the Russian Federation. Don't forget to buy an additional luxury panel. Although multimedia will fit into the standard panel without any problems, the appearance will not be so beautiful. The price for this device reaches 2.5 thousand rubles.

Next comes the installation of the radio. The design feature of the landing niche in the Grants panel does not provide for the need for additional wiring.

The first step is to remove the plastic pocket in the audio system opening. This is done using a flat-profile screwdriver. There is access to several connectors that involve connecting a radio.
We remove the frame from the head unit and fix it at the location of the pocket.
Next we move on to the connection. To do this, connect a couple of connectors and install the device in the landing niche.
After this, you can install the speakers in the front door cards. The procedure involves the need to dismantle door trims with unlocking handles and adjust the position of the glass. Using a special template, we begin cutting out the mounting holes.

We attach the speakers to the cards using self-tapping screws. We insert the cables from the speakers into the input connectors intended for this on the rear panel of the car radio. We install the decorative door panels in their original places and evaluate the sound provided by the standard head unit. Thus, the radio is connected.

Attention! We carry out all manipulations with the battery disconnected from the on-board network!

Control your cell phone and view photos

There are no problems viewing photos on the device; you just need to press the required menu button. Slight delays may occur when scrolling through high-resolution images. They have a fairly large volume (over 10 MB), so it takes a few fractions of a second to load them into the radio’s memory. You can view photos downloaded from your cell phone.

All functions related to device management are located in the “Phone” menu item. After your cell phone is connected, configured and saved in memory via Bluetooth, you can control calls using the Granta's standard radio. It is very convenient to use the buttons on the display, which are clearly visible and at hand, instead of using your cell phone on the go.

You can talk by speakerphone or using a Hands free headset. You can also load your phone book into the radio's memory for convenience. In the same way, you can play music that is stored in the device’s memory, controlling the process exclusively using the LCD display. You can simply put your cell phone in a convenient place in the car and not touch it until the very end of the trip.

How to perform a flashing?

The stock firmware for the Lada Granta radio has become very popular among car enthusiasts. This does not require installation of a new type of radio. This function does not have any effect on the sound quality, but it allows you to provide the interface with additional options that are not available for the standard version of the radio. For example, you can generate a convenient touch keyboard that allows you to communicate with the Internet.

To flash stock multimedia, you should get an SD card formatted in “FAT” or “exFAT”.

First, download the firmware from the network. It’s easier to find her among the “Grantavod” members of the forum.
After downloading, we copy the necessary files to the root directory of the card itself, having previously saved them on a flash drive.
We insert the card into the corresponding slot of the car radio and reboot it.
After filling out the download status scale, we use the updated interface with expanded capabilities.

To resume options: “Radio” and “Bluetooth”, remove the SD card and reboot the system again.

Automotive forums will delight with the developments of many craftsmen who, as a result of experiments, offer firmware versions with the presence of updated radio software and other functions in the menu. There is an opinion that these “specialists” have learned the secret of reading and decoding data from the CAN bus combined with the MMC. Sometimes the firmware requires you to calibrate the screen before communicating with an alternative interface.

How to set the clock on the Lada Granta step by step

There are several main reasons why you may need to adjust the clock in your Lada Granta (VAZ-2190).
So, when you pick up a car from a dealer, the clock in the car usually shows the wrong time. The time also gets lost when the battery terminals are disconnected or the battery itself is removed. Quite often, failures occur in the car’s electrical system due to unfavorable environmental factors, for example, in heavily rainy, snowy, frosty or windy weather. In addition, the clock on the Lada Granta can suddenly “go crazy” and start showing incorrect time on its own - one of the manufacturer’s “jambs”. Unfortunately, when producing inexpensive domestic cars, no one is insured against factory defects. Car owners who have already purchased a VAZ-2190 write on forums that they have to set the time on the Lada Granta quite often during active use of the car.

In order to independently set the clock in the Lada Granta, you do not have to be an inveterate car enthusiast, a guru-auto mechanic or a professional car service worker. The entire process from start to finish can be done with your own hands. If you like to delve into the hardware and electronic “brains” of your car, you will be able to master such an easy process as setting the clock without much difficulty.

Setting the time on a Lada Granta car is a fairly simple matter, if, of course, you have the appropriate knowledge. It is enough to carry out this procedure just once, and you will, one way or another, understand all its nuances so much that from now on you will be able to set the clock on the dashboard yourself in any situation.

In this case, the vehicle’s equipment does not matter – be it standard or luxury, the time is set the same way in all Lada Granta cars.

How to set it up

The clock in the VAZ-2190 car is located on the liquid crystal display on the dashboard.
The clock numbers are much larger than all the other numbers on the screen. In addition to the time, the display also displays the vehicle's daily and total mileage, fuel consumption and other data. So, how to set the clock on the Lada Granta? To correctly set the clock on the new VAZ liftback model, you must clearly know where the following controls are located in the car:

ignition switch - or, alternatively, side light switch on the dashboard;
display control button (daily mileage reset button);
windshield wiper control lever (right steering column switch).

The right steering column switch, in addition to all other functions, should scroll through the display operating modes in a circle, displaying information about the car's mileage, fuel consumption and the current time.

How to set it up

If all the above switches are successfully found, you can begin setting the time. The clock in the car of this model is adjusted in several stages, step by step. Here are the steps you will need to take:

To begin, you should either turn the ignition on and off, or turn on the side lights. It is advisable to do this so that the liquid crystal display on the control panel begins to be better illuminated and the mileage and time indicators become more visible.
For further actions, you will need a screen mode that displays the total mileage of the car, so before setting the time, you should make sure that the display does not show the daily mileage.
If necessary, we reset the daily mileage by quickly pressing the corresponding button once. Check that the screen should be in the mode when the letters “ODO” (odometer or flow meter) are lit on it.
Next, press the same button, but now it should be held for approximately two to three seconds - until the clock face on the liquid crystal display flashes. This allows you to enter directly into the time setting option.
After this, on the right steering column switch, which controls the operation of the wipers, you need to find a push-button switch that regulates the indicators on the LCD screen. Use the switch to set the current time of day. It should not be forgotten that the “up” button is intended to adjust the hours, and the “down” button is used to set the minutes. If you accidentally skipped the number you need, you won’t be able to go back; you still need to press “forward” and scroll another circle to the required value.
When the correct time is set, press (without holding) the daily mileage reset button again. When pressed, the LCD should exit time setting mode.
If you turned on the side lights before setting the clock, turn them off.

How to connect an amplifier and subwoofer?

In addition to the need to connect a radio, many people want to connect a subwoofer and amplifier. Not every Lada Granta owner will be able to enjoy the sound generated by the standard radio. This fact forces car audiophiles to lean toward the additional installation of high-quality audio amplifiers and subwoofers. The goal is known - great sound.

To install the indicated devices yourself, we resort to the following simple manipulations.

First, we dismantle the lower part of the center console.
We remove the panel and find mini ISO connectors.
We insert the plug of the previously purchased adapter into one of these sockets (indicated in yellow). We do not touch the blue and green cables. Owners who have already performed this procedure note the following - we can no longer use standard wires, so we resort to the “mini iso” connector.
Next, we connect a special fuse to the battery, having previously connected the cable from the amplifier (marked in red) to it.
The subwoofer in combination with the loudspeakers is connected to the amplifier. We connect the battery ground wire (black) to the LADA Granta body and the corresponding terminal on the amplifier.
After the measures have been taken, we return the panel and radio to their place.
Enjoy the updated and high-quality sound.

Other features of standard multimedia

The general feelings of owners who have a standard radio in their car are positive. The display is informative and easy to read. The touch keyboard functions flawlessly. The standard radio itself is capable of high-quality reproduction of sound programs from micro-SD cards. However, using USB format media can be challenging.

Installing a radio in a Lada Granta with your own hands. Advice from the experts

The door panels have already prepared openings for installing speakers. True, few people use the standard seat, as they prefer the rear shelf to improve the sound.

Choosing the right radio size

We carry out installation either independently or by contacting specialists at the service center. In the second case, the service is paid.

By default, all VAZ and Lada models are equipped with a 1-DIN radio. The opening dimensions correspond to: 180 x 50 mm. This is an old standardization that has been in force since the times of the USSR. Modern audio modules can be purchased complete with a pre-installed LCD display. The size of the opening must comply with the standard: 180 x 100 mm, that is, doubled in height. Size marking: 2-DIN.

To install the radio in the Granta liftback, cut out the top pocket, remove the plastic, and install the assembled module. For a beginner, the process will seem somewhat complicated, so strictly follow the instructions.

Purpose and disadvantages of the radio

The main purpose of a car radio is to play music. Itelma MMC 2190 easily recognizes files with MP3, WAV and WMA extensions. The sound quality is quite decent. It is clean, there is no overkill with the tops or bottoms. During playback, artist and album information is displayed on the screen. The album cover may also be displayed, if there is one on the drive. The built-in equalizer offers preset sound options: rock, jazz, voice. Often, Lada Granta owners note that the 13 cm diameter speakers that come with the radio are weak.

The problem is solved by replacing or installing additional speakers on the rear doors. Sound insulation will also help improve sound quality. In addition to playing music, the multimedia center can display photos and videos. The software allows you to recognize the most popular photo files, such as JPG, BMP, JPE, PNG, JPEG, GIF. Pictures up to 1 MB in size are opened in one second. If the photo weighs, for example, 7 MB, then the radio will “slow down” for ten seconds.

The video player easily accepts the WMV standard with an extension of 320*240. The AVI 720 format turned out to be too complex for the multimedia center. The video plays with freezes, the sound lags significantly behind the picture. Therefore, owners who want to view higher-level videos will have to turn to various converters for help.

How to connect a Lada Granta head unit with a 1-DIN connector

We carry out the work inside the car, having previously disconnected the terminals from the battery in order to prevent a short circuit in the circuit;
We remove the plastic partition - pocket. It covers the hole, preventing objects from falling inside the torpedo. We use a flat-head screwdriver to unscrew the bolts;
Two ISO plugs are visible behind the partition body. These types of wire terminals are manufactured in accordance with international automotive standards. More than 98% of all automakers use the standard when equipping technical equipment;
We remove the metal frame - the block - from the body of the audio unit and place it in the cavity of the torpedo.
We first connect the blocks with wires. Fitting into the connectors is accompanied by a characteristic click;
We insert the module into the metal frame.

Note to the driver. Incorrect terminal connections result in a short circuit. To ensure the safety of the connection process, the connectors have guides that allow you to install the block in only one position.

Common mistakes when installing a standard Granta liftback radio with your own hands

when connecting additional terminals, manual twisting of wires is used instead of classical soldering;
regular insulating tape is used on connections instead of heat-resistant sleeves;
Incorrect connection of a large number of speakers on one branch leads to overload, heating, and short circuit.

Installing a sound amplifier

By liftback radio amplifier we mean:

crossover installation;
subwoofer installation.

The choice is up to the owner of the Lada Grant, as different goals are pursued: cleanliness, sound quality. Obviously, the cost of equipment will also increase. Crossovers are installed in the cavity of the glove box, since their dimensions do not exceed 100 x 150 mm and are rectangular in shape. Subwoofers are fixed in the luggage compartment. Equipment requires more space.

Connection of an external device is carried out strictly in accordance with the operating instructions:

brown wire color: responsible for the operation of the system;
black: power supply to equipment;
yellow: audio module activation;
red: settings and programming.

At the very end, do not forget to connect a red wire with a pre-installed fuse to the positive terminal of the battery. It directly connects the amplifier (subwoofer) to the current source.

Installing two speakers in the front doors

dismantle the door card, handle, control unit;
We compare the standard cutouts for the speakers with the actual dimensions. If necessary, expand with a file or fine sandpaper. It is strictly forbidden to use cutting objects, as there is a high risk of damage to the plastic of the door card;
we check for the absence of roughness in the hole, install the speaker, fix it, connect the standard terminals with wiring;
we check the operation of the speaker, install the door card, and fix the metal grille to protect the speaker from mechanical damage.

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Description of general settings

General settings of the radio can be made after pressing the “Settings” menu button. They include setting the screen saver (only works in conjunction with the radio), the current date and time. All the necessary functional buttons are present on the screen during radio operation or music playback, which allows you to quickly switch to the required operating mode. Operating instructions for the radio are not supplied by official dealers, so you will have to figure out all the nested menus using a simple “poke” method.

The simplicity of the interface and all the inscriptions and names are in Russian save the situation. This greatly simplifies the familiarization process. A standard device for Granta with a liquid crystal display 2190 can be purchased by ordering it via the Internet or in a retail chain. The firmware on it will be standard, although the manufacturer claims that they are updated all the time. The functions of the radio can be supplemented with new firmware, then the device will have navigation and the ability to connect a rear view camera.

Domestic manufacturers managed to create a decent product in terms of price-quality ratio. The Itelma MMC 2190 head unit is distinguished by a fairly wide range of functions and a simple interface at an affordable price.

Not everyone knows that depending on the configuration of the Lada Grant, the standard radio can be 1 din or 2 din. This option is rare for a Russian car, the new product arouses great interest, and therefore we decided to test the Granta luxury radio .

The text is based on reviews from car enthusiasts who have a standard luxury radio (2 din) in their Lada Granta. So, Itelm's radio tape recorder runs on WinCE 6.0.0.3. and it takes a couple of seconds to turn it on.

Screen . Bright, sensitive, resistive (capacitive ones work very poorly in cold weather, while resistive ones are better in this regard, and are able to work in more difficult conditions, but working with them is not as convenient as with capacitive ones). The picture has ordinary color rendering (there can be no comparison with LED panels), but is quite readable in the sun. A couple of pictures in bright weather:

USB. Supported file systems: FAT16, FAT32. There is a USB button in the radio menu, but there is no connector on the front panel. In fact, there is a USB connector, and it is located on the back of the radio, wrapped in dark foam rubber, and was not wound with other wires. Some dealers deny the presence of USB. By the way, in the glove compartment itself, there is an empty window for the USB connector.

Characteristics of the standard radio "Lada Grants Liftback"

The radio for the Lada Granta liftback is supplied as standard equipment. Product in 2-DIM format (100 x 180 mm).

In addition to the classic radio, there is a built-in card reader, Bluetooth, and a USB output for connecting flash drives. The only disadvantage of the audio module is that it is a push-button type. Which is not to the liking of many car enthusiasts, which is why they install more modern modifications.

During the startup of the audio module, a greeting from Lada Kalina 2 is displayed. This is not an error, as many owners think. This type of audio was originally developed for the Lada Kalina 2. Obviously, the manufacturer did not change anything and started production for the Granta. Installation/disassembly of the module is somewhat complicated due to the tight fit, so be prepared for this.

It is based on the Windows operating system, which allows you to connect to the World Wide Web via a 3G modem. There is no such option out of the box; you first need to reflash the device, but more on that later.

Via Bluetooth, it is possible to connect to a phone, and the “hands-free” option is activated. Which is very convenient and practical when driving. The owners were also pleased with the stock radio. At first glance it looks simple, but it turns out not to be so. Available programming function for a specific channel on a given topic.

For example, as soon as a news broadcast comes on, the radio automatically switches to the programmed channel. The audio module reads the following formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, WMV. Control of the standard radio of the Lada Granta liftback is accessible and intuitive, even for an inexperienced owner.

Setting the Lada Granta clock

Opinion of a car owner named Isaac: The main thing is high ground clearance, LED headlights and a 360-degree viewing system. The headlights in the dark feel brighter than xenon + auto high beam function. It doesn’t work perfectly, but literally I thought that “Eh, I’ll turn it on myself” after 1-3 seconds it turns on itself. It turns off without any complaints. The interior is equipped with leather.

So where your “silhouette” leather sits, on the sides there are inserts made of zama leather (Nothing cracks). I immediately put the braid on the steering wheel - otherwise it would quickly become shiny. By the way, the leather on the seats is not ventilated, even in the top-end configuration (by the way, the only difference is that the seats are beige and the ceiling is Alcantara + 19 wheels). The ground clearance is the envy of the Gods.

There were no curbs yet in MCK where you could drive by striking the bottom or “skirt” of the bumper. And in our snowy winter now mixed with melting snow - this is important. 360 vision system. IDEAL FOR PARKING, but of course when the cameras are clean. The rear of the camera is washed with special. a trickle, but the front and sides - just wipe them yourself. I recommend it.

At night, you can also see everything very well, they are infrared. In reality, it parks itself, but only when it “stops in the box.” But if you need to stand up crookedly, you can adjust it on the cameras. DO NOT STOP BEFORE THE OBSTACLE CAM, so be careful.

+ if you press the CAMERA button a second time, the right side of the car near the front wheel is displayed on the display - very convenient in MCK yards, where graph paper is easy. At the same time, the sensors operate clearly, no matter how dirty they are.

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Vehicle characteristics: The vehicle dimensions are as follows: body length - 3177, width - 1100, height - 1961 mm. The wheelbase is 2536 mm. Ground clearance 114 mm. The car is equipped with a hybrid power unit.

The 4-cylinder engine is equipped with a system that provides engine power output. There are 4 valves per cylinder. The diameter of one cylinder is 74 mm, the piston stroke is 78 mm. The engine crankshaft accelerates to 5000 rpm.

Maximum torque is maintained up to 2000 rpm.

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How to flash the firmware

Buy an SD card, format it in FAT, exFAT format;
We download the firmware for free on the manufacturer’s official website;
We save the data in the root directory of the SD card;
We insert the SD card into the slot on the radio, start it, wait for the update to finish;
Turn on and off the module;
We customize the new interface for ourselves.

If the firmware is installed incorrectly, additional screen calibration using the CAN bus will be required. It is impossible to do this yourself, only in a service station. After successful flashing, the following is available:

graphic equalizer;
viewing photos, pictures, videos;
improved sound quality;
possibility of installing a navigation system.

Disadvantages of a standard radio

Outdated firmware from the “box”;
Not all options are initially available;
The need for periodic software updates;
Push-button interface.

Advice for future and current owners of VAZ push-button radios

The release of standard VAZ “devices”, devoid of an expensive “sensor”, has been expected for a long time. Back in the first half of the year, we were told that such a unit should appear in the fall. As you can see, VAZ was embarrassed to build a graphic display into the radio, and all information on the screen is displayed in standard symbols. The only available backlight color is emerald (there will be more of these colors in crossovers). The device is a “turn on and listen” device, and in standby mode the display displays the time.

The fact that the manufacturer placed the USB port right on the face of the radio is not bad. Now owners have the opportunity to quickly connect a USB drive, or use the standard port as a power source. It will be easy to connect a smartphone or tablet and place it on the dashboard. This is cool! It is recommended to immediately install a short USB flash drive into the USB port to protect it from dust. And it’s also advisable to occupy the port intended for SD cards with something.

All radios produced by Itelma LLC are well aware of a file system such as FAT32. This means that you need to format flash drives in it, onto which audio files in MP3 and WAV format will then be recorded. The signal to the speakers standardly installed in the doors comes without distortion, and the power of the built-in amplifiers is unlikely to seem insufficient to anyone. Enjoy it for your health.

We can state the fact that the new head unit developed by AvtoVAZ turned out to be more than twice cheaper than the touch media center. So, there is no need to succumb to the persuasion of sellers to buy a 7900010-40 radio for 10, 8 or 6 thousand rubles. However, we will leave the choice to the owner.

In fact, VAZ acted very unusually by releasing another “device” in a non-standard form factor. Car dealers should not have any problems with the availability of one or another radio, since the car plant has been working on pre-orders since September. True, it will be difficult to purchase the “device” in question separately from the car, unlike luxury media. The main thing is that two requirements are now met at once: the owner does not overpay for unnecessary options, and at the same time uses only standard VAZ equipment. It would have been like this a long time ago... Let's say if the radio was 1DIN high, it would be equipped with a removable muzzle, but what's good about that?

Reviews

Module type	Price, rub.)
Standard 1-DIM (push-button version)	from 3500 – 3700
Standard 2-DIM (sensor) only for Lada Granta liftback	from 7500 – 8000
Third party manufacturers, depending on configuration and specifications

№	Positive
1.	Victor, 39 years old: after buying the car, he did not change the radio, despite the push-button control option. The sound quality is good, the radio reception is excellent, that's enough for me.
2.	Konstantin, 41 years old: bought the car second-hand, second owner. I didn’t change anything, I left the original radio. The functionality is good, the build quality is also good, it reads from a flash drive.
3.	Vasily, 44 years old: I listen to the radio more, the reception in the city is good. True, it causes interference near metal structures, but this is natural.
4.	Kirill, 36 years old: I work as a taxi driver, on wheels all day. The standard tape recorder saves the day, it works properly. My friends recommended replacing it with a touchscreen model from the new Granta, but so far the old one hasn’t failed.
Negative
1.	Victor, 38 years old: the standard audio module, although not bad, seemed to me not enough, so I replaced it with a foreign one and supplemented it with an amplifier. Now the volume is good, the quality is high.
2.	Mikhail, 42 years old: I work as a courier, I drive for the entire shift. I expected more from the standard radio, so I had to replace it with a new one. The volume suits me, I plan to connect an amplifier - a crossover.
3.	Ivan, 33 years old: I bought the car second-hand, immediately replaced the audio module, the reviews are not good. New and high-quality equipment from Trinity, no problems.
4.	Vladlen, 40 years old: friends gave me a gift in the form of a radio with touch control for our anniversary. Before this there was a push-button one. Can't compare, quality, sound, control, functionality at a high level.

Conclusion The opinions of motorists on the functionality and sound quality of the standard radio are divided, which is obvious. Everyone evaluates according to their own criteria. Some people care about sound, others about functionality, and others about control. Regardless of the type of radio: push-button or touch-sensitive, the workmanship is good. No massive breakdowns or defects were recorded. Maintenance is not expensive, parts and components are available both at official representative offices and on the Internet. Now it will not be difficult for the owner to remove the radio on the Granta liftback with his own hands without contacting a service station.

Features of audio system installation

When connecting the audio system wiring, you should take into account some of the power supply features of this unit. This is provided in the car via red and yellow wires. The task of the first is to remember the audio system settings, and the task of the second wire is to turn off the radio, the process of which depends on the position of the ignition key.

The manufacturer recommends using a parallel method of connecting both wires; in this case, the audio system will only be turned off manually, and the ignition key will not influence the operation of the radio.

You can find many videos on the Internet where a radio is installed on a Grant video, but there is no universal option for installing an audio system on this car. Here, a lot depends on the equipment of the Grant, and the richer it is, the less headache it gives its owner with the installation of the radio.

Almost always, when a radio is installed in Grant, the installation is carried out with the negative terminal on the battery removed. Failure to comply with basic safety requirements can not only damage the acoustic equipment, but also significantly damage the entire electrical system of the car.

In such a matter as installing a Grant radio, haste cannot in any way contribute to a successful installation, because the stable operation of the audio system and the good mood of the driver who has decided to acquire car “music” depend on the quality of the installation and compliance with safety measures.

Having mastered the production of the Lada Granta in the liftback body, VAZ began supplying a standard radio (not touchscreen) in the Norma+ car configurations. Let us immediately note that the radio tape recorders intended for Kalina-2 and Granta look the same, but their mounting is different, so these devices are not interchangeable. Looking ahead, let's say that a review made by the owner of a car with a similar radio is presented on video. Now let’s talk about what exactly VAZ is offering today to owners of Kalin and Grant in the Norma+ configuration.