I have it installed and it works great, but it has killed my radio FM/AM transmission. Is this normal?
1990774
I don't think so, buddy something wrong is happen with your radio may be with your antenna, you have to check that first
1990775
I haven't experienced that. You might want to check the antennae connect because sometimes that does get loose or disconnected when installing the radio back in. I noticed the antennae cable does not reach that far
1990776
I had zero issues with mine, definitely remove the radio again and check your antenna connection
279921
It's not normal as far as I know. My turn mine off and on all the time and never lose my channels.
1906563
Yes. Mine is incredibly finicky. The FM is so sensitive that it takes me a few min to tune stations. The AM is rock solid. I do think it needs to be fixed though, it shouldn't be that hard to tune in a station like the one I'm trying to get. I have a Sangean digital radio and it gets everything just fine.
21654
I leave mine in my car but always turn it off. I have noticed that when left on and my radio off, it does not play automatically. I still have to switch off and back on in order to play. It may just be a compatibility issue with my radio.
92036
Yes this is a problem I am having with my new system as well, same make and model. I ordered a replacement the other day. Seems to be a problem with the receiver, I wrote about it in my review.
1628739
I'm still using the original HD unit. Be advised that the amp may cause AM/FM radio interference. I'm using a hidden antenna inside the fairing, and it just isn't working after installation of amp.Planning to go back to HD antenna at rear of bike.
464821
Mine is working fine, I'm guessing the bypass side is grounding it's self. Most likely against the housing. :/
956590
I've noticed it times out if not used. I ran power from my radio accessory feed so it doesn't stay on all the time. Some times I will have to turn the key off and then back on so it resets and connects.
838866
I just bought an RCI-2980WX and had it peeked and tuned along with new meter lights and a better reciever put in by Bellscb. Very high rated business for radio repair but often has a lot of back log. I also highly recommend Q5 Communications, odds are you'll have to ship your radio out as not many people do these services and have a good reputation.
103757
Its always been a problem with small transistor radios. Nothing wrong with it. I live in NYC and somehow can't hold an FM signal unless I'm holding it. It's understandable. Don't think it doesn't work.
2037867
I think it's 88 .1. to 108. Auto Tune stop with the strongest signal. You might try backing off on the anttena a bit.
1276672
Whomever you had install it did so incorrectly. There is a wire that has power all the time, this power keeps your clocks and other things in the vehicle powered including the radio. If it is hooked up to a wire that only has power when the key is on you will loose programming everytime it is turned off. You need to take it back to your installer and have it fixed, pretty easy fix.
1296090
Funny to just get this... I have been having trouble with my radio for a year now. It keeps tripping the fuse under my hood. I went to Best Buy to see if they could check to see if it was grounded improperly and the technician said that this particular radio is very sensitive and has had so many issues that best buy no longer carries it. He said it would have been better to buy a cheap pioneer radio than this one.... sorry for bad news but something to look into. I can't return mine but if you are in the warranty window the installer said to get a refund or exchange quickly... your problems with start mounting... Funny to just get this... I have been having trouble with my radio for a year now. It keeps tripping the fuse under my hood. I went to Best Buy to see if they could check to see if it was grounded improperly and the technician said that this particular radio is very sensitive and has had so many issues that best buy no longer carries it. He said it would have been better to buy a cheap pioneer radio than this one.... sorry for bad news but something to look into. I can't return mine but if you are in the warranty window the installer said to get a refund or exchange quickly... your problems... » Read More Funny to just get this... I have been having trouble with my radio for a year now. It keeps tripping the fuse under my hood. I went to Best Buy to see if they could check to see if it was grounded improperly and the technician said that this particular radio is very sensitive and has had so many issues that best buy no longer carries it. He said it would have been better to buy a cheap pioneer radio than this one.... sorry for bad news but something to look into. I can't return mine but if you are in the warranty window the installer said to get a refund or exchange quickly... your problems with start mounting... « Show Less
383693
I have this device. But now it doesn't work anymore. When ever I plug it into my car the light just turns red and there's no station indicator
2175151
Yes. I think it is normal. Mine does the same thing. Unfortunately the manual doesn't bother to mention it.
2037865
I would try deleting the FM presets that are currently stored. Select 88 to 108 and then try the auto tune again. The FM stations should generally not need to be retuned manually to get better reception.
2172684
Did you program the radio yet? I just two of these and the same thing happened to but until I uploaded new frequencies following the instructions at http://www.miklor.com/BF888/