How to add HD radio to 07 ultra
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I have the 2013 ES as a loaner while my SC is in the shop. I really like the sound that the HD radio provides, , I would like to add HD radio to my 07 ultra ES. Has anyone done this. I like the idea on no monthly charges on HD vs Sat radio ?
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Might I ask how much that cost? Also, what may be a stupid question does HD improve reception in general? I have an 07 but find the radio reception to be pretty weak (unless it's really strong and just getting people's modulators
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I found hd radio adapters on ebay for $199 but I decided it would be more than I wanted as a diy. I went with a local stereo shop who would install the ebay kit but with no warranty. The shop charged $350 for the Isimple gate way and Hd tuner and it also provides a cable that plugs into the Iphone. I have a choice of hd1 and hd2 stations that are broadcast from Orlando which is 50 miles away.
I am very impressed with the sound quality. Sounds like sat radio without the monthly charge. ..
I am very impressed with the sound quality. Sounds like sat radio without the monthly charge. ..
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I found hd radio adapters on ebay for $199 but I decided it would be more than I wanted as a diy. I went with a local stereo shop who would install the ebay kit but with no warranty. The shop charged $350 for the Isimple gate way and Hd tuner and it also provides a cable that plugs into the Iphone. I have a choice of hd1 and hd2 stations that are broadcast from Orlando which is 50 miles away.
I am very impressed with the sound quality. Sounds like sat radio without the monthly charge. ..
I am very impressed with the sound quality. Sounds like sat radio without the monthly charge. ..
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If you have a non-nav factory system then buying an aftermarket head unit with HD radio may be a cheaper alternative. I did not want HD but I wanted more music than the factory 6 disc changer (even with compressed music) could provide so I went with a Pioneer model. Not only did I get a massive amount of storage (32GB SD card and a 64 GB USB drive), I got DVD, Bluetooth music streaming and a backup cam that I did not originally have.
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