FRD03-AUX/S PIE Auxiliary Input Converter Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted to be able to play my Zune HD inside my car. I did some research and found that replacing my head unit would be a pain. Instead, I found I could use this product to do the job. I read online and found that this product (FRD03-AUX/S) was supported by my stock, SAT ready, Mach 460 system (the product description also confirms this).
The install was straight forward. It took 30 minutes including time to look up how to get to the head unit. Be sure to completely plug the 24-Pin and 16-Pin connectors into the head unit or you could have an issue with the head unit not playing.
The sound quality is pretty good. Unlike with most AUX inputs I've used, I was forced to drop the volume on my Zune in order to get better quality on the head unit. This could be a problem with my sound system and not with the product itself, however. Be sure to experiment with it a little to get the best sound quality possible.
Overall, I'm pleased with this product. It is a bit pricey (ordered for $65) but it does the job very well. I would recommend this product to a friend and would buy it again.

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The FRD03-AUX/S is an Auxiliary Audio input adapter for some 2003-up Ford radios that provides a direct audio input through the Satellite port of the OEM Ford radio. This audio input is perfect for adding an iPod, satellite radio tuner, video game system, DVD, or other device without the poor quality of FM transmitters or tape adapters. The FRD03-AUX/S adapter converts the satellite port of specified OEM Ford/ Lincoln / Mercury radios to RCA level audio input. COMPATIBLE: with the following Ford / Lincoln / Mercury OEM Radios with â??SATâ? button and â??Phase IIâ? 16-pin / 24-pin radio connectors. FORD Crown Victoria 2005 Escape 2004-2005 Expedition 2004-2005 Explorer 2004-2005 Mustang 2004 Sport-Trac 2004-2005 Thunderbird2004-2005 LINCOLN Aviator 2004-2005 LS 2004-2005 Navigator 2004-2005 Town Car 2004-2005 MERCURY Grand Marquis 2005 Mariner 2005 Mountaineer 2004-2005 Not compatible if vehicle is equipped with OEM Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, navigation, or factory satellite radio.

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PIE FRD04-AUX - Car audio switcher Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this unit so I could have a direct line from my iPod into the factory radio on my 2006 Ford Focus. After a self-install, the unit has worked as described for several months now, with no issues. Because the audio is coming directly from the micro stereo (headphone) jack on my iPod, the audio quality is excellent; far better than the $100 FM transmitter I was using previously.
Also, because the device simply takes input from RCA audio ports, the device allows you to connect any device, such as a portable DVD player or laptop computer. An adapter may be required, as was the case with my iPod, but a RCA to micro stereo adapter can be had for $5 to $10.
It's important to note that if you do not choose to have this professionally installed, you will need to have basic wiring skills and tools. For anyone interested, I've posted instructions on how I installed this device in my vehicle, as well as a list of parts that I used, on my blog. These instructions can be adapted to other Ford / Lincoln / Mercury vehicles with the same factory radio:
http://mattpettengill.net/?p=17
Installing a FRD04-AUX Adapter for Ford CAN-BUS Factory Radios
Although the device works excellent once installed, I've subtracted 1 star as you need to purchase about $15 of additional components to wire the device into your vehicle's fuse panel. Again, the instructions on my blog will provide more details.


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Precision interface Electronics (P.I.E.) is pleased to introduce the new FRD04-AUX adapter that converts the Rear Seat Entertainment port of specified OEM Ford / Lincoln / Mercury radios to RCA level audio input. The FRD04-AUX has a built-in audio adjustment pot with an input sensitivity range of 0.475 volts to 4.75 volts (peak to peak) allowing the installer to match the audio level of the AUX device to the audio level of the AM, FM, or CD modes of the factory radio. The new part is compatible with the following Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury OEM "CAN-BUS" radios with "AUX" button: FORD Focus 2005 F-150 2004-2005 F-250 2005 F-350 2005 F-550 2005 Freestyle 2005 Five hundred 2005 Mustang 2005 LINCOLN Mark LT 2006 MERCURY Montego 2005 Note: Not compatible if vehicle is equipped with OEM Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system, navigation, or factory satellite radio. The Part # FRD04-AUX is short for FoRD 04-style Ford harness (CAN-BUS), AUX for auxiliary audio input through the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) port of the OEM Ford / Lincoln / Mercury radio. The following are some types of compatible auxiliary devices: portable MiniDisc, portable MP3 player, portable CD player, mobile VCR/VCP, mobile DVD player, portable DVD player W/ monitor built in, PlayStation game console, satellite radio. This new adjustable RCA level auxiliary input is available. PIE operates a joint-venture offshore ISO-9002 manufacturing facility, thus ensuring control over production and quality.

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