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metallica2755
XM411 Newbie

Joined: 23 Jun 2008
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Is there anyway to use aux input on face plat of pioneer.

Mon Jun 23, 2008 1:36 pm

johnnyelectron
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Joined: 26 Dec 2004
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Location: WKRP in Cincinnati

Yes, all you need is a standard 3 pin stereo plug to 3 pin stereo plug cord (Radio Shack, etc...) plug one end into the "LINE OUT" -or- Headphone Jack of your XM unit; the other end plugs into your AUX input.

Switch your radio to AUX.
Run the XM and go to "MENU" and adjust the OUTPUT LEVEL so the volume matches the radio on regular radio stations and isn't too loud/distorting or too soft.

Good luck, and WELCOME!

Tue Jun 24, 2008 9:28 pm

Deadman31
XM411 Newbie

Joined: 17 Aug 2009
Posts: 2

Primary Radio: Pioneer Inno

I have a Pioneer Inno and just had a new radio installed which has an Aux input in the rear. Is there a way I can connect my car dock to this? What would I need exactly?

Mon Aug 17, 2009 8:09 am

johnnyelectron
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Location: WKRP in Cincinnati

What type of AUX connection jack do you have?

Mon Aug 17, 2009 8:48 am

Deadman31
XM411 Newbie

Joined: 17 Aug 2009
Posts: 2

Primary Radio: Pioneer Inno

Not sure exactly. Here is a pic

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Photos/Default.aspx?i=105KDS100&search=jvc+kd-s100&tp=5684

Thanks for the help.

Mon Aug 17, 2009 10:44 am

johnnyelectron
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Joined: 26 Dec 2004
Posts: 1103
Location: WKRP in Cincinnati

It appears all you need to do is remove the 2 black rubber caps off the ends of the red and white RCA jacks that are on a short cable (LINE IN) coming out of the back of the radio (NOT the jacks built-into the radio). Then get a STEREO 3.5mm Male Plug to two RCA Male Plug splitter adapter (Radio Shack, everywhere sells them).
It would look like this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0027NKRN8/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_3?pf_rd_p=304485901&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000N6Y7R8&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1G3FN4NX7F8PGRVCEBX1

Plug the stereo 'headphone' jack into the INNO base and the red plug and white plug into the "LINE IN" plugs hanging by the black wires out of the back of the car stereo. You can double check with Crutchfield, as they are pretty helpful, but I believe what I'm telling you should work, Let us know.

Mon Aug 17, 2009 11:45 am

chowyo123
XM411 Newbie

Joined: 18 Aug 2009
Posts: 1

Alright - been reading around a bit and trying to decide which route to take.

Options: XpressRC or Pioneer GEX-P920XM XM Satellite Tuner

I currently have the Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD headunit installed in my car. I was debating on just getting the Pioneer GEX-P920XM XM Satellite Tuner so that I wouldn't have a messy setup, although at the same time I would like the flexibility of being able to play the XM radio in my home or in another car, so it's looking like I should go with the XpressRC. Also, going with just the Pioneer GEX-P920XM, the navigation isn't as pretty and I can't seem to find confirmation that I would receive the stock/sports ticker.

Anyway, I would like a direct connection of some sorts with the XpressRC - would I only have to purchase the XpressRC + PIE Pioneer IP-Bus to 3.5-MM Plug Adapter PIO/P-3.5M from MyRadioStore? The AVH-P3100DVD does have IP-Bus system control.

Also, according to the first post, this would provide me with the best connection/sound, correct? Sorry if my questions are noobish - but this is my first step in the XM direction and everything is pretty new to me even after reading a bit.

Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:08 pm

johnnyelectron
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Joined: 26 Dec 2004
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Location: WKRP in Cincinnati

check with MyRadioStore for the interface parts, but the AUX connection usually provides the best sound, although some have had decent luck with strong FM modulators or cassettes with DNR etc...
;Stand-alone' XM tuners have more toys as a rule, and you can use it in the car, then take it into the office, back to the car then home, so one sub can go a long ways.

Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:14 pm

richwithhatred
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Location: Cleveland

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Fri Aug 28, 2009 3:12 pm

johnnyelectron
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Joined: 26 Dec 2004
Posts: 1103
Location: WKRP in Cincinnati

Rich w/Hatred, are you using this FM modulator? If so, is it as strong as the old SkyFi2, MyFi generation?

Fri Aug 28, 2009 4:43 pm

Clark Kent
XM411 Freshman

Joined: 17 Sep 2005
Posts: 23

Inno to Aux

I have an Inno but never bought any pieces to go in the car. We have a mini-van with an AUX in slot. Can you tell me what pieces I need to buy to run the Inno through the car's AUX slot? Is it just the car charger and antenna? Are they sold together?

Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:31 pm

Stocker
XM411 Community Leader 100K+

Joined: 07 Feb 2004
Posts: 110039

Primary Radio: XPressRC, Inno, SkyFi2

Re: Inno to Aux

quote:
Originally posted by Clark Kent:
I have an Inno but never bought any pieces to go in the car. We have a mini-van with an AUX in slot. Can you tell me what pieces I need to buy to run the Inno through the car's AUX slot? Is it just the car charger and antenna? Are they sold together?

Hi Clark,

Everything you need is in the MRS Inno/Helix Car Kit, available at

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Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:29 pm

Clark Kent
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Joined: 17 Sep 2005
Posts: 23

Thanks Stocker. So with the Aux input, I don't have to worry about installation under the dash?

Sat Aug 14, 2010 10:53 am

Stocker
XM411 Community Leader 100K+

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Posts: 110039

Primary Radio: XPressRC, Inno, SkyFi2

quote:
Originally posted by Clark Kent:
Thanks Stocker. So with the Aux input, I don't have to worry about installation under the dash?

You don't have to go under the dash, except to hide any wires. Wink

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		Author	Thread
		metallica2755 XM411 Newbie Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 1	Is there anyway to use aux input on face plat of pioneer.
		Mon Jun 23, 2008 1:36 pm
		johnnyelectron I sleep here Joined: 26 Dec 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: WKRP in Cincinnati	Yes, all you need is a standard 3 pin stereo plug to 3 pin stereo plug cord (Radio Shack, etc...) plug one end into the "LINE OUT" -or- Headphone Jack of your XM unit; the other end plugs into your AUX input. Switch your radio to AUX. Run the XM and go to "MENU" and adjust the OUTPUT LEVEL so the volume matches the radio on regular radio stations and isn't too loud/distorting or too soft. Good luck, and WELCOME!
		Tue Jun 24, 2008 9:28 pm
		Deadman31 XM411 Newbie Joined: 17 Aug 2009 Posts: 2 Primary Radio: Pioneer Inno	I have a Pioneer Inno and just had a new radio installed which has an Aux input in the rear. Is there a way I can connect my car dock to this? What would I need exactly?
		Mon Aug 17, 2009 8:09 am
		johnnyelectron I sleep here Joined: 26 Dec 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: WKRP in Cincinnati	What type of AUX connection jack do you have?
		Mon Aug 17, 2009 8:48 am
		Deadman31 XM411 Newbie Joined: 17 Aug 2009 Posts: 2 Primary Radio: Pioneer Inno	Not sure exactly. Here is a pic http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Product/Item/Photos/Default.aspx?i=105KDS100&search=jvc+kd-s100&tp=5684 Thanks for the help.
		Mon Aug 17, 2009 10:44 am
		johnnyelectron I sleep here Joined: 26 Dec 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: WKRP in Cincinnati	It appears all you need to do is remove the 2 black rubber caps off the ends of the red and white RCA jacks that are on a short cable (LINE IN) coming out of the back of the radio (NOT the jacks built-into the radio). Then get a STEREO 3.5mm Male Plug to two RCA Male Plug splitter adapter (Radio Shack, everywhere sells them). It would look like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0027NKRN8/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_3?pf_rd_p=304485901&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000N6Y7R8&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1G3FN4NX7F8PGRVCEBX1 Plug the stereo 'headphone' jack into the INNO base and the red plug and white plug into the "LINE IN" plugs hanging by the black wires out of the back of the car stereo. You can double check with Crutchfield, as they are pretty helpful, but I believe what I'm telling you should work, Let us know.
		Mon Aug 17, 2009 11:45 am
		chowyo123 XM411 Newbie Joined: 18 Aug 2009 Posts: 1	Alright - been reading around a bit and trying to decide which route to take. Options: XpressRC or Pioneer GEX-P920XM XM Satellite Tuner I currently have the Pioneer AVH-P3100DVD headunit installed in my car. I was debating on just getting the Pioneer GEX-P920XM XM Satellite Tuner so that I wouldn't have a messy setup, although at the same time I would like the flexibility of being able to play the XM radio in my home or in another car, so it's looking like I should go with the XpressRC. Also, going with just the Pioneer GEX-P920XM, the navigation isn't as pretty and I can't seem to find confirmation that I would receive the stock/sports ticker. Anyway, I would like a direct connection of some sorts with the XpressRC - would I only have to purchase the XpressRC + PIE Pioneer IP-Bus to 3.5-MM Plug Adapter PIO/P-3.5M from MyRadioStore? The AVH-P3100DVD does have IP-Bus system control. Also, according to the first post, this would provide me with the best connection/sound, correct? Sorry if my questions are noobish - but this is my first step in the XM direction and everything is pretty new to me even after reading a bit.
		Tue Aug 18, 2009 10:08 pm
		johnnyelectron I sleep here Joined: 26 Dec 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: WKRP in Cincinnati	check with MyRadioStore for the interface parts, but the AUX connection usually provides the best sound, although some have had decent luck with strong FM modulators or cassettes with DNR etc... ;Stand-alone' XM tuners have more toys as a rule, and you can use it in the car, then take it into the office, back to the car then home, so one sub can go a long ways.
		Tue Aug 18, 2009 11:14 pm
		richwithhatred XM411 Regular Joined: 28 Jul 2005 Posts: 86 Location: Cleveland	http://cgi.ebay.iPod_W0QQitemZ120411319547 _________________ Metal, Chris www.pitriff.com www.theclassicmetalshow.com
		Fri Aug 28, 2009 3:12 pm
		johnnyelectron I sleep here Joined: 26 Dec 2004 Posts: 1103 Location: WKRP in Cincinnati	Rich w/Hatred, are you using this FM modulator? If so, is it as strong as the old SkyFi2, MyFi generation?
		Fri Aug 28, 2009 4:43 pm
		Clark Kent XM411 Freshman Joined: 17 Sep 2005 Posts: 23	Inno to Aux I have an Inno but never bought any pieces to go in the car. We have a mini-van with an AUX in slot. Can you tell me what pieces I need to buy to run the Inno through the car's AUX slot? Is it just the car charger and antenna? Are they sold together?
		Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:31 pm
		Stocker XM411 Community Leader 100K+ Joined: 07 Feb 2004 Posts: 110039 Primary Radio: XPressRC, Inno, SkyFi2	Re: Inno to Aux quote: Originally posted by Clark Kent: I have an Inno but never bought any pieces to go in the car. We have a mini-van with an AUX in slot. Can you tell me what pieces I need to buy to run the Inno through the car's AUX slot? Is it just the car charger and antenna? Are they sold together? Hi Clark, Everything you need is in the MRS Inno/Helix Car Kit, available at _________________ for ALL your SiriusXM needs!
		Fri Aug 13, 2010 10:29 pm
		Clark Kent XM411 Freshman Joined: 17 Sep 2005 Posts: 23	Thanks Stocker. So with the Aux input, I don't have to worry about installation under the dash?
		Sat Aug 14, 2010 10:53 am
		Stocker XM411 Community Leader 100K+ Joined: 07 Feb 2004 Posts: 110039 Primary Radio: XPressRC, Inno, SkyFi2	quote: Originally posted by Clark Kent: Thanks Stocker. So with the Aux input, I don't have to worry about installation under the dash? You don't have to go under the dash, except to hide any wires. _________________ for ALL your SiriusXM needs!
		Sat Aug 14, 2010 2:06 pm