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07-05-2013, 11:17 PM | #1 |
Drives: 07 Yaris 4dr Join Date: Jul 2013
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Replacing radio
I've finally had it with the factory head unit refusing to randomly read CDs I've made and I'm looking into replacing the receiver in my 07 Yaris and just using USB memory sticks for music. Other than looking at stats, I really don't know much about them. I've been looking on this Alpine unit on Crutchfield and think it would do OK for me. I can't imagine it being worse than a factory radio, and it looks to be a decent unit with decent reviews. Basically I'm just asking if this is a good option or not. Any input would be appreciated.
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07-06-2013, 01:19 PM | #2 |
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I put a pioneer DEH-X5500HD in my Yaris @ a cost of $110. It sounds great, has USB, buttons for radio presets, HD radio and built in basic digital crossover.
I use a 500 gb HD full of WAV files, but it does have Ipod control built in. http://www.sonicelectronix.com/item_...FcN_QgodYncATQ
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07-06-2013, 01:41 PM | #3 |
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Found the same unit with free shipping for $20 less from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/Alpine-Cde-134...pine+CDE-134HD It looks like a good unit. I got a $159 pioneer that was a holiday pack (with speakers) on clearance for $80. All I needed was the ability to play all types of CDs, USB port, and bluetooth. This fit the bill, and the budget as my OEM unit did the same thing and got REAL finicky about playing CDs, and the AUX port crapped out, and our radio stations suck ass. |
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07-06-2013, 06:51 PM | #5 |
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It is with amazon, if the seller does business/has a location in your state. I order a lot of stuff for my computer biz and for personal use from amazon. The deck I found is from a independent seller, so if you and the seller are not from the same state, there would be no sales tax.
Amazon is based out of my home state, so I get dinged with sales tax for everything I get from amazon. Which reminds me, I need to get my reseller certificate so they'll stop (for business purchases for resale.) Great idea with best buy! |
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07-09-2013, 03:00 AM | #7 |
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07-09-2013, 10:59 AM | #8 | |
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This unit is a few of years newer, so it may accept 2tb. If it will read 2tb, it maybe very slow to get started. I keep looking for a 256gb SSD for under $100. but they seem to be holding around $140. forever!
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07-14-2013, 12:53 AM | #9 | |
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07-18-2013, 11:52 PM | #10 |
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Just bought myself a Pioneer MVH-355BT from JB HIFI here in New Zealand:
Its pretty similar to your DEH-X5500HD. But its on the lower end. Installing it over the weekend. Can't wait to try out the bluetooth streaming. |
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07-23-2013, 10:16 PM | #12 |
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256k AAC would work, but the low end Pioneer HU don't do AAC.
I converted to the Mac platform in 91, so all of my music is in AAC or AIFF. When I bought the low end HU, I made copies of the AIFF file to WAV.
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07-29-2013, 06:05 AM | #13 |
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OK here some photos of the install.
1) The new Toyota to ISO to Pioneer wiring harness I used. Connector on the top right is for the rear speakers, currently unused. 2) The new Pioneer MVH-355BT plugged into the new wiring harness with antenna and microphone plugged in. 3) New microphone. It stayed stuck for only one day with the supplied 2 way tape. It came loose while driving. I ended up buying some automotive double sided tape and it has not come loose since. Cross fingers! 4) All done. Its a pitty I can't change the colour on this headunit. Installation was really simple and should be pretty similar for Yaris/echo. Mine is a Vitz RS and for some strange reason it does not have rear speakers. It does not even have the rear speaker plugs in the dash so I will have to wire some new wires through into the back. The RS does not come with a rear luggage tray either so not really sure yet what to do. I will probably end up just putting the 6x9's into some portable boxes in the boot. Last edited by 2005vitzRS; 07-29-2013 at 07:10 AM. |
07-07-2013, 10:28 PM | #14 |
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Astroman: The main reason I was going to go through Crutchfield is for the mounting hardware /adapters they give you. Is there a cheaper way to get that than through Crutchfield?
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07-08-2013, 03:41 PM | #15 | |
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The last Alpine I had that sounded half decent was about 10 years ago. Alpine = hammered Sh*t. They do look better(pretty much always have), but SQ is only in there flagship models.
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07-09-2013, 08:05 AM | #16 |
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2 TB might be a bit to much for it to read
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07-14-2013, 12:51 AM | #17 |
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07-31-2013, 10:38 PM | #18 |
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Now this thread is mentioned, where can i get the cover for the radio? Imean i have the oem radio that sits flush with the air vents and such, but i want to upgrade my player, but the whole thing is a single unit, is there a replacement cover for aftermarkets like the picture above?
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