to the car audio guys...
 

is there something that I can put an audio source into and it'll make it so my radio will pick up the signal through FM? or is there any other way I can use an external source on a stock honda head unit? (the 96-98 on with the external CD player)

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plug your attanae in..

they plug in.

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If you're wanting audio input from another source such as DVD, VCR or a game console, You can use what is called an FM modulator.

It can work with your factory radio and is simple to install (Usually behind your radio).

If you need exact instructions, let me know.

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what exactly is it for. i know that my friend has a little device that plus into the headphone jack of his discman and sends out an fm signal. he sits the two right on his seat and the readio plays his cd as if it were a radio station..with surprising quality. i think he may have gotten it from radioshack.

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That's exactly what an FM modulator is for...Getting another audio source to play on your stereo system.

It is a small box that has an antenna input & output. You put it in-line in the antenna chain before your radio.

It transmits a radio signal into your radio this way.

It also has RCA inputs so you can connect a Discman or whatever. The cord to do this can be purchase at Radio Shack.

You just preset one of your radio buttons to the FM modulator's frequency.

It has a switch to supply power to the unit. Turn it on when you want the external source to play through the stereo. Turn it off when you want regular FM reception.

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Where the hell is xplocivic for this one? I figured he would be all over this thread.
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bamboo I sell wireless and wired RF Modulators, let me know what you want and I'll hook you up

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^^^There he is ;)

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8)

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what do those go for? I need a FM modulator with RCA jacks. Will it still be in stereo if it is through the radio? it doesn't matter, i was just wondering. I have a really cool, top secret idea going, you guys will be way stoked on this.

hey Xplocivic, I might need your help on another part of it, do you have aim or MSN messenger?

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dvd or game system in your car ::)

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wired about $25
wireless about $35
- but IMO the wired ones work better, all have RCA inputs

yeah I do have AIM, but I'm rarely on, PM'ing me here is the best way or you can email me, same thing though.

Just for the record all of my HMT peeps will get things at cost whenever possible. I have everything audio and security related.

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sweet! i knew you needed one of those, but i didn't know exactly how they worked. so all i would need to put my xbox in my car or truck would be a screen, an fm modulator, and power adapter (and xbox of course)? no guys, i'm not going to rice out my car with screens, but it would be nice in my xterra, especially my little girl could watch dvd's on road trips instead of throwing cookies at me ;D

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For those of you that have an aftermarket stereo with RCA inputs, the FM modulator isn't nessesary.

A lot of the latest models (of aftermarket stereos) have the inputs that are required to do this.

Connecting the external audio source in this way is a far superior option. Namely sound quality & convenience.

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Essentially...yes.

But, It's a little bit more involved getting it all integraded into the vehicle though.

That's where a good installer comes in.

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I will call upon your hook up in a few months. need some security for the rex. recommendations?