OneThree

I have an 05 TL without the Navi system, and I'd like to be able to use my mp3 player in my car.

I've read somewhere that the XM unit (which I never use and don't ever plan to) is just an RCA input in the back of the stereo and that you can just unplug it and use that input for whatever you want.

My goal is simply to run an RCA Y cable (standard red/white connectors on one end, headphone jack on the other) into that input. Nothing fancy, just functional.

So my question is twofold:

1) Is it actually true that there's a standard RCA jack in the back being used by the XM tuner?

2) If so, what is the best way to gain access to the back of the stereo for the purpose of swapping that cord with an RCA cable from my mp3 player?

I have no desire to remove the entire stereo, though I will if that's the only way to get to the connector.

I know there are probably threads on both of these topics, but I've searched a few times and haven't found any guides, so if you have done this before or can point me to an existing thread or resource I would greatly appreciate it.

Thanks!

rbf351

there are no RCA cables on the back of the stock radio

you would need to splice into the l/r channels and add the rca cables on

datmrman

1)

2) Some members have been able to reach behind the HU and pull out the plug with a coat hanger or long flathead screwdriver. Others just remove the driver's side trim to gain access to the rear of the HU.

Check out this thread regarding the USA Spec: THE alternative to MusicLink is here.... See pages 3 and 5.

Another device you should take a look at is the Blitzsafe AUX DMX.

Good luck!

jmbnova

I think datmrman has this response on 'speed post'

lembowski

iTrader: (1)

datmrman

A lot of the same questions asked over and over.

This and tinting in SoCal.

bar2v

Personally, I am just surprised that "rbf351" beat "datmrman" to respond first. I mean honestly - 40 minutes lag time. What, datmrman, do you have an acutal life or something?

OneThree

Thanks everyone! Looks like the Blitzsafe is perfect for my needs....

datmrman

Nope, no life whatsoever.

<-- Computer nerd addicted to Acurazine.

My life starts after work Friday.

OneThree

I got the Blitzsafe and have successfully installed it.

I've got it running into the back of my stereo with the XM cable hooked up to the passthrough.

I can get the 2 default XM stations (I'm not a subscriber), so I know that at least the audio is getting through the thing.

However, I can't get the sound from my mp3 player to come over the stereo. When I switch to XM I only hear the two XM stations loud and clear; I can't hear my mp3's at all.

Help?

streese

What kind of computer nerd? We're hiring.......

OneThree

I got it to work, nm my last message. Phew. I spent way too long on a July day in Texas sitting in the floorboard of my car for it not to work. Heh.

datmrman

IT and programming. Mostly deal with Java, PostgreSQL, JSP, and Matlab. I'm administering Windows, Linux, and Mac computers. I should be in the market for a new job in the next few months. Looking for a salary advance than what the UC system is willing to pay me.

If you're serious, PM me and we'll talk.