iSimple IS31 Antenna Bypass FM Modulator for Factory or Aftermarket Car Radios
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All I needed was an adapter for my antenna cable (which will vary depending on your make and model; Walmart usually has these) and an auxiliary cable long enough to connect from RCA to whatever jack I was plugging into for music; I bought mine on Amazon for a couple of bucks and it worked perfectly.
Yes, Algee, you can still hear me. radio stations that broadcast on the frequency of FM. Turn the power switch to off when you're not using the I Simple aux input, and you'll still be able to listen to your favorite AM - FM station. stations on the radio I have an IS31 in my car and use it to listen to satellite radio as well as charge my phone. Good luck with your listening.
It's universal, but there are two potential issues: first, some cars don't have enough space behind the radio, so you'll need a small adaptor to plug into the antenna. Two, if you want a neat installation, you'll need to drill two holes in the dash or center console, one for the switch and one for the 1/8" jack. My Ford Five Hundred didn't require the antenna adaptor, but since the Zephyr is built on an Edge chassis, I'm not sure whether you will. Mine, by the way, works flawlessly and produces crystal-clear sound. I have to turn it off every now and then to listen to NPR on a nearby frequency, but otherwise there are no problems.
Almost any car stereo will accept this. It connects to the antenna jack, so if your stereo has a smaller antenna plug, you may need to purchase an adapter.
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This was installed in a Dodge Durango so that the car stereo could have an auxiliary input. br>When compared to the numerous "FM transmitters" on the market, this one performs admirably. It broadcasts on two frequencies (87. 9 MHz and 87. 9 MHz) that can be selected. 9 and 88. 3) It connects the car stereo to the vehicle's antenna. br>br>Installation is similar to that of a car stereo, and it entails the following:
- - Take out the factory stereobr>- connect the iSimple to the antenna and the stereobr>- Place the iSimple inside the dash after connecting it to an active fuse and ground.
- Locate a suitable location to install the power switch - In the dash, I drilled a hole.
- Join the Auxiliary wires (I used a 3. RCA cable (5" to RCA)br>- set the frequency and gainbr>- reassemble everythingbr>br>The power switch is necessary if you want to listen to the radio. When the iSimple is turned on, it produces a nice, clean signal with no radio station bleed. It takes precedence over the antenna signal. br> As a result, the majority of radio stations will sound as if the antenna has been completely removed. br>By turning off the power, the radio will resume normal operation.
My 2006 GMC Sierra, like many others on this forum, came without an aux input or Bluetooth. I didn't want to change the head unit because we have an XM Radio subscription for life. This was a perfect match for what I was looking for. After reading numerous reviews, I decided to purchase the following items: br>1) iSimple IS31 Antenna Bypass FM Modulator for Factory or Aftermarket Car Radiosbr>2) iSimple IS335 Dash Mountable Auxiliary Input Adapterbr>3) Scosche Mda-FM Modulator for Factory or Aftermarket Car Radios Gm Micro/Delco Antenna Adapter Kit for Kb 1988 and Upbr>If you've ever installed an aftermarket radio before, this will be a breeze. 2 spliced wires and a slew of plugs Connect the dots in this game. I tapped the ground wire on my radio and amp-ed up the volume. on a power cable br> I also drilled the switch and aux input holes in my dash bezel. br> I am completely satisfied with the appearance and sound of this system. It's exactly what I needed, and now my poor wife doesn't have to waste time looking for "quiet" radio stations on those dreadful FM modulator transmitters. br> My switch/aux location is shown in the photo.
I have a 45-year-old car that I drive. years- old. I was looking for a different way to play music from a digital player because modern aftermarket radios clashed too much with the interior styling. br>br>This device appeared to be a crucial component of a comprehensive solution. My plan was to find something that would automatically play music from an SD card whenever the car was turned on, and then pair it with this iSimple device so that I could have a radio station that always played what I wanted (but also allowed me to switch to a regular station using only the radio's tuning dial). Because the two devices would operate on their own whenever the car was turned on, they could be hidden away inside the dashboard once they were wired up. br>br>Unfortunately, the iSimple fell short; the main issue is that when the iSimple is turned on, it reduces the signal strength of ALL radio stations, not just the one you've chosen on the device; I can still hear other stations with a strong signal, but the audio quality suffers. If the signal is weak, they will become completely static. The iSimple has a power switch, and turning it off restores the signal strength of other stations, but what's the point of having it only work when tuned to a specific frequency if I'm going to have to turn it on and off all the time anyway? Currently, it's a two-way street. Switching to the iSimple's frequency after turning it on is a two-step process. It's the same two-step process to return to regular radio. step-by-step procedure in reverse It wasn't a big deal, but it wasn't exactly what I was looking for. br>br>In addition, the audio volume is a little low. To match the audio levels of real radio stations, I had to turn the gain setting almost all the way up. Unfortunately, increasing the gain so much lowers the audio quality of my digital music. br>br>When these two issues are combined, the result is a bit of a letdown. It's a far cry from the obtrusive and unsightly lighter-colored version. Powered FM transmitters are available, but I'll keep looking for something more useful.
I recently purchased a 2012 Cadillac STX with the stupid, non-upgradeable pop-up screen that does nothing but maps and a backup camera. I enjoy the vehicle, but the Que radio XM and Bose are unacceptable. In my Corvette, I have a Bose system, which is also terrible. To stream Bluetooth, you'll need an iPhony, and I'll be listening to the audio from youtube. On that year, changing the head was not an option, so the only way to upgrade was to install a new system on top of it. At maximum volume, the thing could carry on a normal conversation. I had hoped for a lot more volume than I ended up with. The CD sounds good, but I haven't listened to one in a long time. The thing has four different antennas, and after searching the internet for two hours, I couldn't figure out which one was which. The adapter color was not the right color for the radio, but luckily for me, I guessed correctly because you have to plug everything back in to see if you got the right one. br>br>Placed on my favorite playlist, and it was a complete letdown. Bose is a jerk, and so is Que. br>br>I was wondering if connecting an amp to the adapter and my phone would help me get more volume. Is this how modulators work, or am I mistaken? Will it make a difference, or is that the best we can hope for? Because I didn't want to turn the gain all the way up, I set it to 3/4. I have a 400 watt four-channel amplifier that I could put under a seat, but I don't think it's a good idea to run 80 volts through the antenna. br>br>A little better, but still a wash and not quite what I had hoped for. I do have a Gemini 2000 watt portable PA, so I'll probably use that until I have the time to figure out where to put another head that doesn't look like a hack job on my new caddy. br>br>I'd like to meet the GM brain surgeon who believes that the sound system is top-of-the-line and that no upgrades should be available.
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