2011 Tsx(non-tech) Double din, amp, and sub install help
10-12-2018, 08:58 PM
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2011 Tsx(non-tech) Double din, amp, and sub install help
Short backstory: Just got my Tsx last week, audio isn’t too bad. But the head unit and sub are sub-par and I would like to install my mini sound system from my old car into the Tsx.
Also trying to retain as much original functionality as possible.
I’ve read like 15 threads and not I’m confused bc nothing sounds like a plug and play like with any other Honda/Acura I’ve owned. This is above my head and I need a damn babysitter. HELP
SOOO... Here are my questions:
What harnesses are required and recommended?
Will the stock amp and sub still work simultaneously with the new ones? Jw.
What functionality will I absolutely lose/ not worth it to retain?
Thank you guys!
Also trying to retain as much original functionality as possible.
I’ve read like 15 threads and not I’m confused bc nothing sounds like a plug and play like with any other Honda/Acura I’ve owned. This is above my head and I need a damn babysitter. HELP
SOOO... Here are my questions:
What harnesses are required and recommended?
Will the stock amp and sub still work simultaneously with the new ones? Jw.
What functionality will I absolutely lose/ not worth it to retain?
Thank you guys!
10-13-2018, 09:18 AM
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What harnesses are required and recommended? Look on Crutchfield for the matching wire harness.
Will the stock amp and sub still work simultaneously with the new ones? Yes but I don't think you will want the stock sub playing after you install aftermarket equipment so just cut the subwoofer wires coming out of amp.
What functionality will I absolutely lose/ not worth it to retain? Steering wheel control.
Will the stock amp and sub still work simultaneously with the new ones? Yes but I don't think you will want the stock sub playing after you install aftermarket equipment so just cut the subwoofer wires coming out of amp.
What functionality will I absolutely lose/ not worth it to retain? Steering wheel control.
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10-13-2018, 11:43 AM
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10-13-2018, 12:29 PM
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So I don't think I've been a member long enough to post pictures, sorry.
I looked at crutchfield, and they said the wiring harness is the 'Metra 70-1730' one. It also says it retains factory amp, but how does this affect me since I don't care to retain factory amp functionality? (It only powers the factory sub, correct?)
I have been seeing there are steering wheel control interface kits, these don't work?
Also wondering what I'll lose as far as the hands free system, HVAC, and other displayed items.
I looked at crutchfield, and they said the wiring harness is the 'Metra 70-1730' one. It also says it retains factory amp, but how does this affect me since I don't care to retain factory amp functionality? (It only powers the factory sub, correct?)
I have been seeing there are steering wheel control interface kits, these don't work?
Also wondering what I'll lose as far as the hands free system, HVAC, and other displayed items.
10-14-2018, 09:02 AM
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Your factory amp powers all speakers including your sub. You have to decide whether to your going to power everything aftermarket or retain some factory power to power some speakers. I recommend choice #1(bypass). Steering wheel control modules do work so if that's a big thing for you go ahead and purchase one but to be honest it wasn't for me seeing how the touch screen from my double din Kenwood is literally 6 inches away from my hand on the steering wheel. Hands free will be gone but your new HU should have something similar and HVAC control will remain the same in the upper dash screen. Here are the components you will need to make it all happen. Good luck.
Metra 40-HD10 Antenna Adapter
Metra 70-1730 Receiver Wiring Harness
Metra 95-7805CH Dash Kit
Metra 40-HD10 Antenna Adapter
Metra 70-1730 Receiver Wiring Harness
Metra 95-7805CH Dash Kit
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10-14-2018, 11:05 AM
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Your factory amp powers all speakers including your sub. You have to decide whether to your going to power everything aftermarket or retain some factory power to power some speakers. I recommend choice #1(bypass). Steering wheel control modules do work so if that's a big thing for you go ahead and purchase one but to be honest it wasn't for me seeing how the touch screen from my double din Kenwood is literally 6 inches away from my hand on the steering wheel. Hands free will be gone but your new HU should have something similar and HVAC control will remain the same in the upper dash screen. Here are the components you will need to make it all happen. Good luck.
Metra 40-HD10 Antenna Adapter
Metra 70-1730 Receiver Wiring Harness
Metra 95-7805CH Dash Kit
Metra 40-HD10 Antenna Adapter
Metra 70-1730 Receiver Wiring Harness
Metra 95-7805CH Dash Kit
Yes I bought all those parts plus the steering wheel control adapter yesterday, thanks!
10-14-2018, 10:37 PM
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Install your head unit and run RCA's to the sub amp then wire up your new subwoofer from there...You can disconnect the wires to the factory sub. Are you planning on doing this yourself and more importantly, is this your first install?
10-15-2018, 08:26 PM
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About the Usb and AUX in the center console... Where do they come from? straight from the back of the factory stereo? I’d like to rig them back up for the new AUX and USB connections for my HU.
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