best option for bluetooth and aux?
#17
Lexus uses L+/L- and R+/R- [4 wires for audio]. Standard Audio use L & R with ref being Ground [3 wires]. Line out level for standard audio is roughly 1v peak into > 10k ohm load ,,,[not enough to drive a speaker ... you need an Amp].
Lexus uses proprietary signal levels between units ... [CD player to head unit]
Typical after market solution I have seen just connect Ground from source to L- and R- and feed L and R to L+ and R+. Then they boost the level up.
The system built by (for) Lexus is referred to dual differential and is typically is used in scientific instruments. The front end of the Amp does a [A-B]. For the curious if there is 'n' noise which is picked up equally by wire ... [Working with L only]
Amp op --- [(L+) + n] - [(L-) + n] => 2L ... noise is eliminated.
Salim
Lexus uses proprietary signal levels between units ... [CD player to head unit]
Typical after market solution I have seen just connect Ground from source to L- and R- and feed L and R to L+ and R+. Then they boost the level up.
The system built by (for) Lexus is referred to dual differential and is typically is used in scientific instruments. The front end of the Amp does a [A-B]. For the curious if there is 'n' noise which is picked up equally by wire ... [Working with L only]
Amp op --- [(L+) + n] - [(L-) + n] => 2L ... noise is eliminated.
Salim
#19
That's an interesting option. You lose your power jack but the radio provides a USB one.
Personally I prefer the Grom type solution instead of adding an additional radio.
I like the builtin audio system, and the Grom elegantly provides the bluetooth integration that it lacks.
I also find the display and plethora of tiny buttons on many current aftermarket radios very annoying.
Personally I prefer the Grom type solution instead of adding an additional radio.
I like the builtin audio system, and the Grom elegantly provides the bluetooth integration that it lacks.
I also find the display and plethora of tiny buttons on many current aftermarket radios very annoying.
#21
As far as your head unit install went, did you wire it yourself? I'm considering purchasing the DIN adapter and was wondering if you had any tips that might help.
Thanks.
#22
My son turned 16 a few months ago, and when I level up to a newer vehicle he's getting the 02 RX FWD. The tape deck adapter sound is awful. I want to go with a bluetooth solution so he doesn't have to fumble with wires. For a 15 year old car, the GROM product is a bit pricey, especially since we also want to put in an aftermarket backup camera. I also want to retain the possibility of using the CD changer. I was thinking of using a 5+7p Wye adapter to hook up a cheaper bluetooth/Aux unit and the CD changer at the same time (just keeping a blank cassette in the changer since I have two.) I'm planning on mounting the unit inside the glove box for easy access to the aux port for a passenger who doesn't want to connect to BT.
Questions:
I haven't taken off the glovebox and looked inside yet. Is the wire bundle going to the CD changer really 5+7p?
I know there are some volume differentials between calls and music, not really a concern, but are there any electrical "gotchas" I should look out for with this setup?
Bluetooth/Aux unit:
or Wye adapter:
Backup cam (hooks up to reverse lights for power, so it turns on when the car is shifted into R):
Questions:
I haven't taken off the glovebox and looked inside yet. Is the wire bundle going to the CD changer really 5+7p?
I know there are some volume differentials between calls and music, not really a concern, but are there any electrical "gotchas" I should look out for with this setup?
Bluetooth/Aux unit:
or Wye adapter:
Backup cam (hooks up to reverse lights for power, so it turns on when the car is shifted into R):
#23
I put an AUX jack in my Blazer by intercepting the signal from the CD player to the MB. I used a radio shack stereo headphone female jack 274-0246 because it has holes in the terminal feet so no soldering required. Use CAT5 cable for the five wires. Turn on the CD and plug in your i-phone. Don't know if it would work on the RX300 though.
Here's the wiring diag, the 5th terminal is GND. As for the wire colors. YMMV.
Here's the wiring diag, the 5th terminal is GND. As for the wire colors. YMMV.
Last edited by Puttster; 07-12-17 at 01:59 PM.
#24
Bluetooth/Aux and Retain CD Changer?
From what I've seen, those who posted didn't care about using the CD changer. I'd like to still retain use of the CD changer for higher quality music playing capability on rare occasion, and I've noticed most adapters replace the CD function. However, I can't remember which adapter and cable combination retained the CD function by means of a switch. There was a brand out there. Any recommendations? Has anyone done it?
1999 RX300 (Pioneer? No Nav, Not Nakamichi)
Thanks!
1999 RX300 (Pioneer? No Nav, Not Nakamichi)
Thanks!
#25
From what I've seen, those who posted didn't care about using the CD changer. I'd like to still retain use of the CD changer for higher quality music playing capability on rare occasion, and I've noticed most adapters replace the CD function. However, I can't remember which adapter and cable combination retained the CD function by means of a switch. There was a brand out there. Any recommendations? Has anyone done it?
1999 RX300 (Pioneer? No Nav, Not Nakamichi)
Thanks!
1999 RX300 (Pioneer? No Nav, Not Nakamichi)
Thanks!
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#26
Has anyone used Yatour Bluetooth Car Adapter products like this one:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Yato...c-848ee749c8c6?
I haven't been able to find any application information, and they seem to have lots of options, with CD changer working, without, etc. The wording is vague in the product descriptions by the sellers. Still hoping to get a hold of the seller for more information to purchase the right kit.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Yato...c-848ee749c8c6?
I haven't been able to find any application information, and they seem to have lots of options, with CD changer working, without, etc. The wording is vague in the product descriptions by the sellers. Still hoping to get a hold of the seller for more information to purchase the right kit.
#27
From the reviews I've read on the Yatour and similar products (like the two I linked to above,) if you replace the CD connection with the BT module, you get no CD changer at all. If you share the connection, and you keep CDs in the cartridge, it will play CDs and whatever audio is coming from the BT /AUX connection at the same time. If sharing the connection with no CDs in the changer, it will only play the BT/Aux audio when you're on CD on the radio. Then if you want to play CDs, load a disc into the cartridge (or keep a spare full of CDs, for some reason I have two.)
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#28
Yatour, etc. CD Changer "Y" connector
From the reviews I've read on the Yatour and similar products (like the two I linked to above,) if you replace the CD connection with the BT module, you get no CD changer at all. If you share the connection, and you keep CDs in the cartridge, it will play CDs and whatever audio is coming from the BT /AUX connection at the same time. If sharing the connection with no CDs in the changer, it will only play the BT/Aux audio when you're on CD on the radio. Then if you want to play CDs, load a disc into the cartridge (or keep a spare full of CDs, for some reason I have two.)
Thanks for your clarification.
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