What are you supposed to do with this? I want to install a pioneer head unit to my 2004 kia optima infinity sound, do I need this?
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You don't need it but it will make it a lot easier if it is the factory sound system you should just have to match the wires and plug it in
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yes you need this to make your wiring connections trouble free. This connector will plug into your vehicles wiring harness, It is possible to wire a stereo without it, but you have to cut off the original connector, and harder to match up the wires because not all manufacturers use same wire color patterns.I highly recommend getting this wiring harness.
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If you want to use the existing amplifier in your car you need something that is capable of sending a signal to tell the amp to wake up. If you don't use a device like this one you will need to bypass the amp and wire into a harness that will plug into your new head unit. If you bypass the original amp you just need to be careful that your new signal plays nicely with the existing speakers.
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I've found for the best car audio questions it's alwys good to go to crutchfield.com and click outfit my car, they'll tell you of any adapters and interfaces that you'll need to do the correct install.
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Sorry, but I was NOT happy with the Pioneer unit, and returned it for a Yamaha. My advice: Get a Yamaha! I have 2 now, and they work flawlessly.
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That is nonsense to my knowledge as long as your head unit has RCA OUTPUTS for your highs you are in business my friend. I am running a pioneer head unit on my alpine and well the best sound ever my 300 alpine is pushing 2-6x9 in front 2-6 1/2 all 3ways Memphis a set of silk tweeters and 2 1/2 on my dash like theirs no tomorrow my dually sounds awesome that is a fact brother.
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Billy this should fit. You'll need to get a dash kit, and the other thing you may want to consider is this http://www.woofersetc.com/p-6459-gex-p20hd-pioneer-hd-radio-add-on-tuner-for-in-dash-pioneer-receivers.html. These adapters may get hard to find over time. But to really appreciate the HD sound quality this is a must. I also installed the Alpine 445U. Both cars MTX speakers. For my ears these speakers have the most accurate bass, mids. and highs. I have listened to any number of speakers. 60 watt 3 way in the rear, and 45 watt 3 way in the front. The under the dash amp match's up perfectly........The sound quality is excellent due to its parametric eq. If its good sound your looking for this is a nice unit. It does come with the DVD. Its Dimensions: 7 x 3-7/8 x 6-3/8 inches. Its pretty small. I know lots of people are buying headunits for a variety of reasons other than great sound. For me it was sound. Anyway, if you want to save yourself the hassle of the install Best Buy is a good place to start, but talk with the installer to make sure he meets your expectations. The one near my home is great, he had lots of experience, and knowledge, and in pursuit of his engineering degree. I also found this link. It looks like you could go bigger if you really wanted?. Good Luck. Jerry
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Hi Sharon The unit has a great sound firstly with the old speakers. The unit is reasonably easy to fit but I recommend you get the shop to do it if you haven't done one before. Although if ya get stuck you can always take to the shop in pieces. If you try yourself you must disconnect the battery and make sure its insulated from the car. This will defend the devices when they are being installed in case any wires touch. Good Luck Bruce
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Before I purchased this product, I did some research. I started off at best buy, and was told the one I needed would cost about $150.00, then I called a local stereo shop and was told about the same. Finally I callex a friend that installed the stereo he gave me the right part for my car. So my advise would be research the part before buying, and if this is tge right part then make suure you use the extra red wire that is provided for the power source.
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I don´t believe that you need an amplifier since has all the possibilities to be install to the head unit directly.
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Go to www.highseer.com. I think it can help. By the way, my new pioneer mini-split works great. East installion.
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I went to a local car audio store to get the correct wire harness adapter and dash trim/din set, I would recommend finding a local car audio store that sells those parts to you can connect everything right and have it look nice. Mine looked awesome and played great, I don't have the car I put it in any more, and I really miss it.
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Yeah you will. You can get one from companies like Metra and Scosche. If you're unsure about doing it I'd recommend talking to a local car audio shop (NOT Best Buy)
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As far as I know you must purchase a wiring harness specific to your vehicle. I got mine at walmart. Round $15. One side wires to stereo and other plugs to your factory harness to keep you from having to cut wires. It's pretty simple. You will have to do this with any stereo you buy. This is a good one I think for the money. Not many for the price have bluetooth capability and hd radio. That is why I bought one.
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Casey here is an easy way to determine if it will work for your vehicle. This pioneer unit is what they call a "double din" unit. A single din unit usually refers to the size of a typical aftermarket radio we have in our cars. So this being a double din unit you would need the space of two car stereos stacked on top of each other which would be approximately 4-inches from top to bottom..Good luck my friend !
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Sure. Just buy a GM to blaupunkt wire harness. Then plug in and enjoy.But...I would consider buying a Sony head unit. They work better than the new Blaupunkts.
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You will also need to buy a gmos 100 interface. It acks as your wiring harness. I personally liked the way my bose stero sounded before the install. You cant use your factory navigation anymore but if you have a smart phone you can use your phones gps through bluetooth. Or if you have a compatible phone that is integrated with the head unit, you can hook up a usb cord to mirror the image off of your phone onto the head unit. Anymore questions feel free to ask.
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Are you replacing a factory radio or do you already have an aftermarket stereo? If factory, you will need kit to install in dash. You will also need a factory harness adapter so you do not cut into the factory stereo harness