I finally found my stereo solution
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From: San Jose CA
Doesn't look like it hooks up to a non "i" product.
Instructor
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From: Bausman PA
If I understand this right, all you do is run the speaker wires from your HU to the Sony unit and then out to the speakers. Right???? This will then clean up the sound of your HU as well as play through an Ipod or Iphone. Right?????
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Drifting
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From: Deplorableville Nebraska
To answer the other question, it will hook up to; nano (1st-6th gen), Ipod touch (1st-4th gen), Iphone (2G-4S), and a few others. It will not connect to the 5th gen Ipod touch's or Iphones. They have a different connector. Check out Crutchfield's website for all the details.
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From: Sierra Foothills CA
That is correct, although I'm not hooking my stock radio to the sony unit. It will be independent. If you did include the head unit, you simply choose the source, either the head unit or the Ipod/phone.
To answer the other question, it will hook up to; nano (1st-6th gen), Ipod touch (1st-4th gen), Iphone (2G-4S), and a few others. It will not connect to the 5th gen Ipod touch's or Iphones. They have a different connector. Check out Crutchfield's website for all the details.
To answer the other question, it will hook up to; nano (1st-6th gen), Ipod touch (1st-4th gen), Iphone (2G-4S), and a few others. It will not connect to the 5th gen Ipod touch's or Iphones. They have a different connector. Check out Crutchfield's website for all the details.
I've used the ipod for the last 2-3 years in my Z06 and it makes my drives so much better. Crutchfield has already shipped my unit out, so it won't be long now before the 69 rocks! 
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From: Bausman PA
Just ordered one from the scratch and dent store at Crutchfield. Comes with full warranty for $34.99, free shipping. They also have open box buys for $39.99. The $49.99 price is great but I couldn't resist the $34.99 price. I'll report back when it comes Friday.
Drifting
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From: Fredericksburg Virginia
I was SOOOOO close to pulling the trigger on this item. Then I noticed the normal "Sony" gig of using one of THEIR connectors instead of a standard USB connection so you can't choose NOT to use their cradle.
Reason: My Otter Box is like a chastity belt for my phone. Can't get ANYTHING plugged into it. For $50, I'd be tempted to "bastardize" my own cable into theirs, but I have a second issue. I have exactly ZERO interest in pulling my dash apart between now and next winter. I'm coming off an engine rebuild and I lost my fall driving season already...AIN'T NO WAY I'm losing any more drive time.
As a side-note, I really, really, really want them to just do away with the cradle. There is absolutely no reason this can't be a $100 Bluetooth unit. Then it would work with any phone and you wouldn't have to deal with placement of the cradle.
So...as GREAT as this deal is...I'm saving for a Bluetooth version. Don't care if it's Sony or someone else. Don't care if it's $200. It'd be worth it.
Just my worthless thoughts.
Reason: My Otter Box is like a chastity belt for my phone. Can't get ANYTHING plugged into it. For $50, I'd be tempted to "bastardize" my own cable into theirs, but I have a second issue. I have exactly ZERO interest in pulling my dash apart between now and next winter. I'm coming off an engine rebuild and I lost my fall driving season already...AIN'T NO WAY I'm losing any more drive time.
As a side-note, I really, really, really want them to just do away with the cradle. There is absolutely no reason this can't be a $100 Bluetooth unit. Then it would work with any phone and you wouldn't have to deal with placement of the cradle.
So...as GREAT as this deal is...I'm saving for a Bluetooth version. Don't care if it's Sony or someone else. Don't care if it's $200. It'd be worth it.
Just my worthless thoughts.
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Drifting
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From: Deplorableville Nebraska
Wow, that is a super deal. I'd really appreciate your feedback when you get yours installed and everyone else who bought one, especially where you come up with the location for the cradle. It's a month or so before I can install mine. I'm thinking about fabricating a bracket I can install somewhere in a joint or crease along the console or gauge bezel with a flat surface for the suction cup.
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For those of us with flat rear glass, one option I want to explore is how noticeable/safe is the cradle to mount behind the pass seat, on the glass. With the cradle in that position, being right-brained (left-handed) could be another real positive in remote handling, while focused on driving.
In case of accident, adding some sort of anchored, strength-tested, nylon-based tether to limit travel & prevent physics from turning the loaded cradle into an uncontrolled missile. Something that wouldn't hinder remote ops, either. Probably have to pop the top on some barley-infused brain food and ponder the "what if..." on that.
Don't mind me; I'm just thinking out loud...
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From: Sierra Foothills CA
Wow, that is a super deal. I'd really appreciate your feedback when you get yours installed and everyone else who bought one, especially where you come up with the location for the cradle. It's a month or so before I can install mine. I'm thinking about fabricating a bracket I can install somewhere in a joint or crease along the console or gauge bezel with a flat surface for the suction cup.
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From: Bausman PA
I don't have an I-anything. I'm going to get a cable that will attach to the cradle on one end with a 3.5 mm rca plug on the other. I'll plug the rca end into my mp3 player. The cable is about 3 ft long, so I can put the cradle out of sight and just have the cable end accessible. That's the plan anyway.
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From: Bausman PA
Got mine today. Two days, free shipping. I got the scratch and dent unit for $34.99, delivered. I haven't hooked anything up yet, but I can't see a mark on it anywhere, no scratches, no dents. Now all I need is some nice weather to do the install.
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As the title says, I've finally found the solution to my lack of a decent stereo in my cars. This may get a little winded, so bear with me. I'm also saving the real good news for last, so if you are impatient, head for the bottom of the post.
I'm was one of those kids who always envied the rich kid in High School who always had the new cool car. It only took me 18 more years after graduation to finally get my car, a 1970 L46 Coupe. I was used to crappy stereos, so the factory radio really didn't bother me. I eventually put a Panasonic head unit with a aux input under the heater box to use the new mp3 player my kids gave me. The remote allowed me to play with the volume and a few other functions, while I used the mp3 player to select the music. I still missed the factory radio location however.
I thought of cutting the factory gauge bezel, but decided against that. I even bought a center bezel already cut out for a din radio install, but never could find a stereo I thought looked good in a '70 classic dash. The next step was an aftermarket head unit that fits in the factory opening. After some research, it still didn't quite do it for me.
Ok, now on to the hidden audio units, along with a mp3 hooked up to a separate amp. We were getting closer, but I'd have to control everything from the mp3 player. Not real good for separate speaker control, or other functions.
I restarted my search again a short while ago, and for some reason I searched the internet for "hidden" car audio, and hit on a couple of foreign car forums. One of the posts suggested a Sony unit that was a bit pricey, but sounded interesting. I found the unit on Sony's website. This unit was designed to upgrade a factory head unit's sound and also allow Ipod or Iphone input, but it was discontinued. One more search and I found much more information on Crutchfield's site, along with this suggestion.
Other uses
If you own a classic car and you don't need AM/FM reception, you should take a look at this system. You can install the hideaway module somewhere out of sight, and mount the cradle in a convenient spot. You'll be able to play your iPod through your car's speakers, and adjust your settings with the remote. Best of all, the original radio stays in place, so your car shows well and maintains its value. This system would also work well in buses, recreational vehicles, and many other applications where you don't need an in-dash receiver.
Here was a unit I could hook up an Ipod to with a remote that would control volume, fade, balance, treble, bass, source, sub level and power. The Ipod is removable of course, the rest is hidden, and I still keep my original radio in the dash (yes it still works). What's not to like here I'm thinking.
Well, I ordered one, and have already bench tested it. I'm very impressed, so much so I've ordered several more. One is going in each of my Corvettes, and one in my daily driver. I understand the forum's policy for non-sponsored links, so I'll just do this. You already know where to look, and the model number is Sony XDP-MU110. The best part is the price. These used to sell for $249.00. Now on sale for $49.99. NO, I'm not connected in any way with either company, just passing along some info on a good deal. If I've helped some of my friends on here, even better.........
Here's some pics of the unit
I'm was one of those kids who always envied the rich kid in High School who always had the new cool car. It only took me 18 more years after graduation to finally get my car, a 1970 L46 Coupe. I was used to crappy stereos, so the factory radio really didn't bother me. I eventually put a Panasonic head unit with a aux input under the heater box to use the new mp3 player my kids gave me. The remote allowed me to play with the volume and a few other functions, while I used the mp3 player to select the music. I still missed the factory radio location however.
I thought of cutting the factory gauge bezel, but decided against that. I even bought a center bezel already cut out for a din radio install, but never could find a stereo I thought looked good in a '70 classic dash. The next step was an aftermarket head unit that fits in the factory opening. After some research, it still didn't quite do it for me.
Ok, now on to the hidden audio units, along with a mp3 hooked up to a separate amp. We were getting closer, but I'd have to control everything from the mp3 player. Not real good for separate speaker control, or other functions.
I restarted my search again a short while ago, and for some reason I searched the internet for "hidden" car audio, and hit on a couple of foreign car forums. One of the posts suggested a Sony unit that was a bit pricey, but sounded interesting. I found the unit on Sony's website. This unit was designed to upgrade a factory head unit's sound and also allow Ipod or Iphone input, but it was discontinued. One more search and I found much more information on Crutchfield's site, along with this suggestion.
Other uses
If you own a classic car and you don't need AM/FM reception, you should take a look at this system. You can install the hideaway module somewhere out of sight, and mount the cradle in a convenient spot. You'll be able to play your iPod through your car's speakers, and adjust your settings with the remote. Best of all, the original radio stays in place, so your car shows well and maintains its value. This system would also work well in buses, recreational vehicles, and many other applications where you don't need an in-dash receiver.
Here was a unit I could hook up an Ipod to with a remote that would control volume, fade, balance, treble, bass, source, sub level and power. The Ipod is removable of course, the rest is hidden, and I still keep my original radio in the dash (yes it still works). What's not to like here I'm thinking.
Well, I ordered one, and have already bench tested it. I'm very impressed, so much so I've ordered several more. One is going in each of my Corvettes, and one in my daily driver. I understand the forum's policy for non-sponsored links, so I'll just do this. You already know where to look, and the model number is Sony XDP-MU110. The best part is the price. These used to sell for $249.00. Now on sale for $49.99. NO, I'm not connected in any way with either company, just passing along some info on a good deal. If I've helped some of my friends on here, even better.........
Here's some pics of the unit
I just ordered mine from the vendor that was noted. They won't ship it directly to Canada but they will ship it to a border storage facility. For the money $49.99, I think one can't really go wrong. I will order some other items from other vendors and pickup everything in one trip. The money saved will pay for the trip to pick up the items. Thanks for the great tip Dave J. This forum rocks...
This should work out excellent!!! 
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From: North Mankato MN
Any chance somebody could post some install / wiring pics?