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Scosche FM-MOD02 Universal Audio Input FM Modulator for iPod, Satellite Radio or Portable Music Player?
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I'm not sure what you're saying. This unit plugs into the antenna on the back of your stock headunit. You then plug your device into the unit via an aux cable. You tune the radio to the specific station and you're able to play music through your cars stereo from your aux device.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
Look at this link. You'll get a better idea of how it works.
The best thing to do is also tune away from radio stations. Like in the USA FM cannot broadcast below 88.1 MHz so I broadcast at 87.9 FM. And its dead silent if i have nothing playing through my phone. Look at this random one i found on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614 You will see that you can toggle between 87.9 and 88.3. Also with an FM modulator you can tune the strength of it. Make sure the car antennas goes through the modulator. I am sure you followed the instructions but just double check. The whole point of a modulator is to cut away the antenna and provide a direct connection
it works nicely, but I wouldn't mind swapping it out for some bluetooth!
For best ease of use, I used an audio input FM modulator which basically adds an aux input and hijacks the antenna at the flick of a switch.
switch from a crap wireless fm transmitter to something like this fm modulator, from the few i've had limited experience they provide a much better quality as they are more or less hard wired into the antenna vs sending a wireless signal.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
That unit plugs in where your 6 disk changer is plugged in. If you're willing to trade the 6 disk for the aux input you can just unplug it. If you want to keep the CD you can use one of these and get decent results. It interrupts the Antenna connection and injects your signal.
So I would just need this?
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
The grounding and all the other directions you gave after opening said panel is confusing. I suppose there's a YouTube video out there. Hopefully.
They don't always work well, and are kind of a pain to use depending on the strength of other FM signals in your area. I bought and installed this hardwired FM transmitter in my mom's older car because I was tired of dealing with wireless FM transmitters. The one I linked is hardwired to your car's stereo.
A few years ago, I installed a Scosche FM modulator in my 06, which basically goes in between your FM antenna and the head unit and interrupts one frequency with a direct aux cord. I would recommend it if you wanted to save $. I used it for a couple years before ultimately switching to an Auxmod.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
An fm modulator is what you're looking for. Same principle as an FM transmitter, but wired in between the antenna and the radio so you don't have to worry about a finicky signal. I've got one like this in my 1998 Buick that works great. You might need some antenna line adapters to make it work,though.
If it turns out you're not able to add an AUX input, you could install an FM modulator.
I installed one in my old Neon after being sorely disappointed with the audio quality of the wireless FM transmitters. Installation was fairly simple, and the audio quality was comparable to a cassette adapter.
I recommend an RF Modulator. Takes over an FM frequency much like those wireless transmitters, but works much better and interference is never a problem. I have this one in my Corolla:
Sound quality might not be as good as a tape adapter, probably varies per car.
Now that I look back on it, they simply recommended one of these. Since I wasn't able to find that unit in Canada for a good price, I searched "FM Modulator" on eBay and found the IS31, which was similarly priced but involved a little more DIY.
There aren't really instructions that can apply for 100% of the cars, though the install consists of removing the radio (Check youtube for a guide), finding a place to get 12 volts and ground (We used a voltage tester to find the 12v wire on the radio's wiring harness and grounded to a screw on the side of the radio), attaching the car's antenna cable to the jack on one cable of the iSimple and then plugged the other end into the radio. To avoid the small box from rattling around, we tied it down to a beam or something off to the side, behind the dash. There was a small, 1/2" round toggle switch that needed a 9/16" mounting hole, so we drilled a hole in a dash compartment for the RCA to 3.5mm jack, though that could be routed to the glovebox without any holes if you wanted.
better than a wireless fm transmitter
what model pioneer do you have?
Car stereo is a little vague. We will need to know at least the model of your car and what you are actually trying to improve. Do you want upgraded speakers, upgraded headunit or just better sound and an aux input?
I've installed a bunch of car stereos for friends and I've also had good luck with inline fm modulator. Unlike regular fm modulator which wirelessly connect, these ones directly connect to the antenna cable located behind your headunit.
Disclaimer: The link above is just a random modulator I found on amazon. This is not a specific product recommendation only a possible cheap solution.
Thanks a lot. I think I might go with one of these FM Modulators because like I said I'd love to have an aux input but I just felt like it would be a shame to have the premium sound system but use an FM transmitter as the source.
It won't hurt anything on the car's ecu to replace the factory radio.
I did an aftermarket radio in my 1999 Sunfire, you can do it relatively inexpensively, I think I paid about $70 for everything including the radio and dash kit/wiring harnesses.
You also could just get an AUX adapter kit for the factory radio.
I had THIS exact kit in my SVT Focus, it worked extremely well, the sound quality on par with a perfect quality FM station, and the modulator just has you tune to whatever station it is set for. I drilled a hole in the glove box and ran my AUX port and switch into there so it was not noticeable when not in use, also the green light on the switch is extremely bright, which would be annoying during night driving.
Make no mistake, this IS NOT an FM TRANSMITTER, those do not work well, a modulator is a direct hard line into the stereo and interrupts FM signal from the antenna when its switched on.
for your GM vehicle you would also need THIS antenna adapter.
I'm sure I've seen something along those lines before in fact your wish is my command.
This guy seems to have started out down that path. Although he's apparently planning to do a bunch of cutting and such to fit the stereo in where the factory unit used to be…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byGmLbAbs4U
One way to add an MP3 player that doesn't involve replacing the whole stereo is to wire in an auxiliary port via the FM radio antenna. Basically, you pull out the stereo and plug it between the FM antenna cable and the stereo and mount the box somewhere behind the dash after setting up what frequency you want it on. Then you simply tune your stereo to that frequency and life is good. Supposedly it works pretty well because it's connected directly to the FM antenna port.
Here's a kit link on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
There's an FM modulator that connects to the antenna plug in your radio, it'll work great if you are in an area with heavy radio station density. Example: https://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
Well the absolute cheapest route would be to install a hardwired FM modulator. Here's one that I've used before; you can probably shop around and find it cheaper though. If you want to go with a new head, which would be better for audio quality, I suggest you plug your car information and desired features into crutchfield and sort the results by price.
Fm modulator https://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614 It actually hooks to the car radio antenna. It's a wired signal as apposed to broadcast
I would encourage you to swap out the cdplayer- It can be plug and play with the right wire harness- You can do it yourself if you have an hor and watch a few videos-
This double-din cd player will fit your dash perfectly. The price is reasonable and the brand is reputable.
another option would be a FM modulator But your sound quality will diminished http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
For the extra 60 bucks above the fm modulator kit I wouldjust purchase a double din CD player with n AUX cord input
Thats my .02
Oh and quit pulling the buttons off of your Radio! lol
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
Something like this?
Never used one but an inline aux port might be an option.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
FM Modulators are better, but require a little work installing http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614?
Here's an article from Popular Mechanics on adding Bluetooth to a factory car stereo which is the way to go in my opinion. I have an aftermarket head unit with only AUX input, no Bluetooth so I fumbled with AUX cords for months before I invested in an Bluetooth receiver that plugs into my AUX port. Instead of adding the Bluetooth adapter, you could just plug that AUX cord into your device. I did a quick search and found what appears to be everything you would need to install an AUX port for $30 on Amazon.
Something like this http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614 is about as easy as it gets, though it wont provide the absolute best signal.
FM Modulator. It plugs inline with your antenna and takes input from RCA (red, white) which can be adapted into a 3.5 mm jack. I use on in my truck. Cost $30. You need to do a little wiring and run a switch, which is usually included.
Tune to 87.7 (or what ever other options the modulator offers) and flip the switch. The modulator will completely take over the station, letting no outside signals past and playing your music clear as day. The fact that your radio is "broken/terrible signal" shouldn't matter unless its a problem inside the radio, which is unlikely. The signal outputted by the modulator is powerful.
Here is the first thing that came up on Google. I use a different one, but just for example this one is fine.
http://www.amazon.com/Scosche-FM-MOD02-Universal-Modulator-Satellite/dp/B001QBG614
As most everyone has observed, FM transmitters are crap. I recommend an FM modulator --it plugs in between your car radio's antenna port and the antenna cable that ordinarily plugs into that port. It's the same device that's used to add satellite radio to an older car stereo.