Double DIN for Euro?

[EuroSteve]

Hi All,

I've just picked myself up an 05' Euro Lux. 6sp. This is my first Honda and so far i'm loving it!!

I'm a bit of a geek and i'm interested in installing a CarPC, but need a place to mount the screen. I'm not interested in bodgy'ing my Euro's console, so i'm after a proper Double DIN fascia to replace the "cubby hole" in front of the gear shift.

I've done a little research (including searching these forums), and it appears that Honda (in the US at least) have a genuine double DIN fascia available!

Please see here http://www.collegehillshonda.com/honda_accord_4dr_accessories/03_05_electronics.htm and http://www.collegehillshonda.com/storeart/03accord/mp3playerb.jpg

It looks like they are available in the US, Part #08B06-SDA-100

Does anybody know of any dealers selling them in Aus.? I phoned up spare parts at Southside Honda here in Brissy, but they really had no idea!?

Any help is greatly appreciated!

-Steve

UPDATE: I've pointed so many people to this thread, I thought I better update this first post:
-> Do not use the US Double DIN kit, the fascia itself fits, but one of the brackets in the kit don't!
-> A genuine Double DIN kit is available in Australia, Part# 08B06-SDE-700, $70-$80
-> Jump ahead to page 5 for photos of my install: http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=80668&page=5
-> Info on the Euro's Audio Harness Pinouts can be found here: http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83611

[johnprocter]

Umm dude thats a 2003-2005 Honda Accord Sedan not accord EURO... in america accord euro's are called "acura tsx"

[Pumped]

Umm dude thats a 2003-2005 Honda Accord Sedan not accord EURO... in america accord euro's are called "acura tsx"


The american accords have the same dash as ours,

Acura TSX has a different dash..

the Stinger dash kit is for an american accord, it fits our euro perfect..


That add on looks the same as the Add on you get if you opt to buy the Honda MP3 player.
it'll probably be hard to buy that dash piece without the mp3 player In Aus.

Does that site post?
looks pretty sweet, that would be a good solution!

http://www.handa-accessories.com/accord/acc06metint.jpg
:) looks good

[EuroSteve]

Umm dude thats a 2003-2005 Honda Accord Sedan not accord EURO... in america accord euro's are called "acura tsx"

That maybe true, but that dash -> http://www.collegehillshonda.com/storeart/03accord/mp3playerb.jpg looks almost exactly like my Euro (see below).

http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/37371/2001950395179092497_rs.jpg

S.

[EuroSteve]

Does that site post?
looks pretty sweet, that would be a good solution!


I've sent them an email, awaiting response. I hope they do!

S.

[Pumped]

Im gunna go out on a limb here and say it'll fit for sure :p lol

[johnprocter]

ooo didnt know thanks for that

[crinchi]

ud rather get the xcarlink and use usb flash disks to play mp3s than rather have a cd mp3 player... as ive heard that honda parts like those especialli through dealers are quite expensive....

[johnprocter]

he wants a computer PC he said

[one4spl]

Also theres a total stereo replacement kit that seperates the AC controls from the stereo, but only single DIN -

http://www.ryda.com.au/Aerpro-Accord-Euro-Full-Dash-Facia-Kit-p/fp997864.htm

and heres the thing you are talking about, a double DIN that replaces the CD box under the OEM stereo-

http://www.ryda.com.au/Best-Kits-Honda-Euro-Facia-Dash-Kit-03-04-p/bkhonk823h.htm

Annnd theres a DIN bay on TOP of the dash, too, and some after market kits form the US use this as well for DVD screens etc.

This is a pic from my car-

http://lh3.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/R1ErvoP3WeI/AAAAAAAAAnw/BN4TO1DhjNk/s400/DSCN1508.jpg

More pics - http://picasaweb.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/HondaAccordRadioConnector

[EuroSteve]

and heres the thing you are talking about, a double DIN that replaces the CD box under the OEM stereo-

http://www.ryda.com.au/Best-Kits-Honda-Euro-Facia-Dash-Kit-03-04-p/bkhonk823h.htm

Yep, I saw this kit, but that looks single DIN to me?

http://www.ryda.com.au/v/vspfiles/photos/BKHONK823H-2.jpg



This is a pic from my car-

http://lh3.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/R1ErvoP3WeI/AAAAAAAAAnw/BN4TO1DhjNk/s400/DSCN1508.jpg

More pics - http://picasaweb.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/HondaAccordRadioConnector

Great pics. This gives me some insight as to whats in front of me! The white 14 pin connector is the CD Changer port right?

I'm planning on using this with my CarPC: http://car2pc.com/products.html

S.

[one4spl]

Yeah, single DIN, sorry.

Yeah, the plug under the stereo is a changer interface, but all sorts of things have been made to use it.... satelilite radio in the US, changers, OEM mp3 player, usb mp3, and what I'm getting-

http://enfigcarstereo.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/USASPEC_PA11_HON2Y.html

iPod + Aux in, which will plug into my Motorola T605 BT handsfree that I have on order with Expansys so I can get A2DP signal into my stereo.

I've also ordered a "Parrot AC000008AA Adapter (Honda)" which should have plugs to suit the car, and be hacked up and a 4PDT relay added to make the Motorola kit use the OEM speakers and mute the radio without cutting any car harnesses.

PS. http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=80031

[EuroSteve]

I've sent them an email, awaiting response. I hope they do!

S.

UPDATE: Three US dealers I emailed have responded and all WONT ship to Aus. :( Looks like Honda have some strict rules preventing US dealers shipping parts to Aus. (I guess that makes sense).

Anyway, i've executed Plan B. I've called in a favour from a mate living in the US, and he's going to buy one and ship it over. US$56...not bad!

Now that i've solved the fascia problem...time to find a touchscreen! The adventure continues....

S.

[EuroSteve]

Quick question for those still monitoring this thread (I didn't think it was worth starting another).

One thing I forgot to ask the seller when I bought my Euro was; what is the radio security code?

However, looking through the manual, I see no reference to a security code, do the 05' Euro Lux.'s have one?

Thanks,
Steve

[one4spl]

Nope. Pulled my stereo out in those pics, just plugged it back in and set the clock, all good.

[EuroSteve]

Hi All,

Got the double din kit today from Honda in the US. I've just finished trial fitting it and it fits perfectly!

Here's a photo of the complete contents of the kit:
http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/38981/2005274400618824436_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005274400618824436)

Here's a few photos of my dismanteled console and the fascia trial fitted:
http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/38981/2005260199184289477_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005260199184289477)http://aycu21.webshots.com/image/37620/2005261828416014316_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005261828416014316)http://aycu22.webshots.com/image/39701/2005216347174579964_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005216347174579964)http://aycu06.webshots.com/image/37045/2005212347516262749_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005212347516262749)http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/38750/2005205829668712719_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005205829668712719)

I dissembled my console following these instructions,
http://www.handa-accessories.com/accord/04audio.pdf
and this video,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1xm8b4WXCmQ

and finally, this is what i'm thinking of installing, the Infill G4:
http://www.picco.nl/images/L00770.jpg

More info here -> http://www.infill.co.kr/english/product/g4_feature.asp

Anybody had or heard of any experiences with the G4's??

S.

[Psy]

cool, looks interesting! Show us the final setups when its done..

I've always hated that little compartment at the bottom of the accord euro, didn't find any use for it.. i guess now it's possible.

[EuroSteve]

So far i'm very impressed! I'll post more info in the next few days, but for the time being, check out these photos.

http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/40561/2005769915490012518_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005769915490012518) http://aycu17.webshots.com/image/38856/2005724665631150665_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005724665631150665) http://aycu14.webshots.com/image/39893/2005767796557309874_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2005767796557309874)

I'm still waiting for a few parts to arrive before installing it, so i'll be bench testing it for a while yet. Let me know if you have any questions!

S.

[cutchorama]

is the g4 a multi CD stacker?

Looks nice, can't wait to see the finished look.

[EuroSteve]

is the g4 a multi CD stacker?

Looks nice, can't wait to see the finished look.

It's not a multi CD stacker, but it does have a DVD (~= 6 CD's) drive and a 40GB (upgradable) hard drive for playing MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC, etc

CD's are soo yesterday ;-P

S.

[KenL]

Hey EuroSteve,

Sounds like a good project - a bit off topic but I'd be interested in how you end up integrating the G4 with the OEM audio system (or run the two systems in parallel?).

Stuff like:

You gonna integrate with the AUX input on the OEM system using line-outs or use the amplified outputs on the G4 itself out to your speakers? (btw - anybody know how to enable the AUX feature on an OEM system without MP3 option?)
Will you integrate volume etc. controls on steering wheel with G4? I know it comes with a remote, but would be neat if you could still use steering controls to at least adjust volume.
You running separate monitor(s) for DVD, GPS, engine management etc.?

Was planning a custom jobbie in '08 using the compact VIA motherboards (yup, I have geeky roots!) but this product seems to be a comparatively neater solution for a few extra $$$. Feel free to PM if not relevant here...

Anyhoo, hope the install goes well.

[one4spl]

Feel free to PM if not relevant here...

Please keep it in this thread, I'm interested too!

[aaronng]

It's not a multi CD stacker, but it does have a DVD (~= 6 CD's) drive and a 40GB (upgradable) hard drive for playing MP3/WMA/AAC/FLAC, etc

CD's are soo yesterday ;-P

S.

Wonder how long the hard drive would last with my Tein Flex and crappy Sydney roads....

[EuroSteve]

(I'll keep it all in this thread, but if a mod is listening, maybe alter the thread title to something like "Double DIN for Euro? (installing an Infill G4)")


Hey EuroSteve,

Sounds like a good project - a bit off topic but I'd be interested in how you end up integrating the G4 with the OEM audio system (or run the two systems in parallel?).

To be honest, I hadn't really planned out this project all that well. Initially the idea was for the G4 to feed into the OEM audio system's AUX In (via this adapter http://car2pc.com/products.html and a Line Output Converter (The G4 doesn't have line level outputs:().

However, during my research I got distracted by after market speakers and amps, and ended up ordering some. So now the OEM system really isn't needed.



Stuff like:
You gonna integrate with the AUX input on the OEM system using line-outs or use the amplified outputs on the G4 itself out to your speakers? (btw - anybody know how to enable the AUX feature on an OEM system without MP3 option?)


Now that i've got an amp. and speakers coming, there's really no need for the OEM system. The audio quality from the G4 is pretty good, I expected worse since computers generate alot of EMI and on-board audio codecs are never really that good, but I was pleasently surprised. If you put your ear to the speakers, you can hear a very small amount of hiss and noise when the HDD is working, but for your average user, it's very good. (Mind you, this is all still on the bench. I'm not sure how the G4 will handle the noise inside the Euro's dash...)

For me, the audio quality is not quite good enough given the $$ i'm spending on speakers and the amp. (Boston SPZ60's & Alpine PDX-4.150). I plan to hook up an external USB sound card (for eg. something like http://www.mixvibes.com/new/pageeng/page.php?x=mvu46mk2). I plan to fit the sound card near the amp. (since USB can run a good distance with no loss) and then run short RCA leads to the amp. I'm hoping this will minimise noise.

There are quite a few Aux In adapters that will work with the Euro, check out this thread -> http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=81810. I think most of those have iPod interfaces also.



Will you integrate volume etc. controls on steering wheel with G4? I know it comes with a remote, but would be neat if you could still use steering controls to at least adjust volume.


I choose the Car2PC adapter since it gives me access to the commands on the steering wheel at a software level. However, the G4 does have a remote wire designed to interface with resistive-ladder type steering wheel controls (which the Euro has), so i'll probably just end up using that and have no need for the Car2PC.



You running separate monitor(s) for DVD, GPS, engine management etc.?


At this stage, i'll just be using the G4's screen. The G4 does have composite video out though, so a 2nd screen could be an option later on.



Was planning a custom jobbie in '08 using the compact VIA motherboards (yup, I have geeky roots!) but this product seems to be a comparatively neater solution for a few extra $$$. Feel free to PM if not relevant here...

Anyhoo, hope the install goes well.

It took me a while to finally decide on the G4. One part of me wanted to build the whole CarPC from scratch, but with the G4, there's nothing that beats its factory finish look and form factor.

If I can get all the bits in time, i've earmarked the Australia Day long weekend for the big install!

Will keep you guys posted on how it all goes!

S.

[EuroSteve]

Wonder how long the hard drive would last with my Tein Flex and crappy Sydney roads....

You raise a good point, and really, only time will tell. The hard drive in the G4 is rubber mounted (good soft neoprene rubber), but I still think enough vibration would kill it.

One idea is to replace the internal hard disk with a Compact Flash card (+ IDE Adapter). CF cards are up to something like 8GB now (heaps of room for the OS, etc) and you could then mount an external USB hard drive in a more vibration friendly manner to store your music, etc.

S.

[KenL]

Thanks for the detailed response mate - much appreciated :thumbsup:. Agree the G4 is much 'cleaner' than the usual custom options.

Interesting about the info on the resistive lead for volume control on the G4 (could save some $$$ for others like me planning on doing similar!) - didn't know that was available given the G4 info on the web. I think I saw a wiring diagram for the Euro's OEM system somewhere on this forum... So short of buying a workshop manual, I'd be interested to see if you actually ended up using the Car2PC interface...

Regarding the extra screen - I'm now planning to use the area above the centre air vents for an extra screen - I didn't know there was space until one4spl included the pics (thanks!). Wonder if anybody has experience in this area and know of any kits? Ahhh, something to fill in the time at work tomorrow...

Now I just need to convince the missus that this is what the baby bonus should be used on... my kids will love watching Wiggles in the car in a couple of years... surely yeah? hahaha :D

Thanks for keeping us posted - looking forward to your end results and any other advice!

[aka_NSX]

Now I just need to convince the missus that this is what the baby bonus should be used on... my kids will love watching Wiggles in the car in a couple of years... surely yeah? hahaha :D


you are right the kids love watching the wiggles but you have to remember you will have to stuck with wiggles everytime the kids are in the car, thats what she does to me now, I never got any chance at all to listen to my own music ....... but still its good to keep the kids quite

BTW I have already done this long time ago for a friend, I reckon thats the only way to do it properly if you want to install double din



http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/417/dsc01987dq8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[EuroSteve]

Interesting about the info on the resistive lead for volume control on the G4 (could save some $$$ for others like me planning on doing similar!) - didn't know that was available given the G4 info on the web. I think I saw a wiring diagram for the Euro's OEM system somewhere on this forum... So short of buying a workshop manual, I'd be interested to see if you actually ended up using the Car2PC interface...

I picked up a manual for $10 of eBay, worth every cent! See http://cgi.ebay.com/HONDA-Accord-Euro-Workshop-Manual-CD-DIY-Repairs-Mods_W0QQitemZ220189413521QQihZ012QQcategoryZ45572 QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Here's the wiring diagram for the audio system, you can see the resistive-ladder network for the steering wheel controls.
http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/39990/2003431664959455470_th.jpg (http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/39990/2003431664959455470_rs.jpg)

S.

[joycetick]

have you installed it yet steve? Australia day was 3 weeks ago and im really interested in how it turned out

I'm thinking of getting that double din kit and one of these (probably kit 4) http://www.mechatroniks.com/wrx/ordering.html
A mini ITX motherboard should be able to fit behind the screen and then the only problem would be the location of a dvd drive.

Otherwise i might mold a lilliput screen into the compartment with the door being able to cover it.

Also my dealer had no idea about the double din kit :(, They told me some custom audio specialists might have them though. will have to check some out

edit: how much did the double din kit cost from USA?

[EuroSteve]

Hey All,

Sorry for the lack of updates, not much has happened in the past few weeks. I have finished dynamat'ing the front doors, and ran some of the speaker/amp. wiring.

Also, my external USB sound card (Gigaport AG) arrived last week, however i've ran into a couple problems during testing. 1) Resuming from standby, Centrafuse will no longer work with the card, I have to restart Centrafuse to get sound. 2) Sound is only coming from the front left and right channels. I haven't had any time to look into either problem yet.

I'm actually in the US at the moment on a work trip. When I get back (24th Feb.), I plan on taking a few days off to finish the installation.

joycetick, the double din kit I got is a genuine Honda kit, but it seems Aus. Honda dealers are unaware of it. The kit was ~AU$70, without shipping (I got a friend to bring it back for me)

S.


S.

[jb_buzz]

Hey Euro Steve,

I have acutally been able to source the DOUBLE DIN kit through my local Honda Dealer Austral Honda Brisbane.
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (non satnav dash) is 08B06-SDE-700
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (satnav dash) is 08B06-SEA-700

It comes with the complete Fascia including all brackets and BUS cable.

I am having my Double din unit installed next week, cant wait.

It looks exactly the same as aka_NSX pic above.
Attached is the part list , the instructions that come with the kit are obviosuly based at the EURO AUS version.
I had to ret

The only thing i havent decided on is how i am going to use the AUX, which input type i am going to use, any suggestions? Locally around the $100 mark??? Basically i just want to use existing speakers and have my DVD screen audio output through the system, i presume i need the AUX thing that would take RCA inputs is that right?
I am installing a Kenwood DDX6039 Dvd Reciever and Monitor, with the ipod adapter, so i dont need the AUX unit to control my ipod as my Kenwood UNIT can.

cheers jb:honda:

[jb_buzz]

Sorry Forgot some detail.

The Double DIN kit for the Euro in AUS is meant for the MP3 or Cassette Player, but you can purchase the Facia part seperate.
They cost $86.63. Very cheap for all the parts you get with it.
I will post pics of my facia kit soon.

jb

[cutchorama]

Wow, is every euro in brisbane putting screens in?

Once I test my G4 tonight I will post pics

Massive thanks to steve for the help so far

[KenL]

I have acutally been able to source the DOUBLE DIN kit through my local Honda Dealer Austral Honda Brisbane.

jb_buzz - thanks for the handy part numbers, I'll be defintely heading to my local Honda dealer in Adelaide this week now!


The only thing i havent decided on is how i am going to use the AUX, which input type i am going to use, any suggestions?
There's a couple of old threads on this - found one which might be handy: http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/archive/index.php/t-20825.html

I know of ones made by SoundGate (SNHOND3 - see http://www.logjamelectronics.com/sounsnhond3.html for a description, but google around for a source) as well as a company called Car2PC (http://car2pc.com/compatibility_full.html#honda) - part number there is CAR2PC-HON1. Both these fit directly into the OEM head unit (no satnav) with no mods reqd - you just need to hit the CD/AUX button to activate once you've installed it.

As for actually sourcing these modules - you might need to google / ebay around (and look in the parts for sale forum on ozhonda), I think it's pretty hard to find a source in oz...

[joycetick]

jb_buzz, your my savour! *kisses feet* :P

now i just need to save up some cash :)

Also i can vouch for the Car2PC, I got the usb + 3.5mm shipped from USA for ~AU$130. (http://indashpc.org/new/products.html)
the usb allows me to control winamp/windows media player on a pc using the steering wheel controls and headunit.

here is the one you want
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html
US$59 + US$30 postage = US$89 = ~AU$95 (according to xe.com)

[KenL]

Picked up the 08B06-SDE-700 kit today - $80 flat from my dealer - now the games begin... thanks again jb_buzz

[jb_buzz]

No Probs KenL, thanks for your advice joycetick/kenL, i ordered the Car2aux and should arrive next week, i think i might be fine to actually install it all myself, i am confident to install the Facia and Double Din Headunit only thing im iffy on is the wiring harness for Power, ground etc i dont know what wire to tap into from the main wiring harness or if i need to buy like an adapter.
Any ideas, or should i get Northfield or JB HiFi to install?

Does any one know how to read the wiring diagram Euro Steve attached, i can understand it though dont really know where to go from there.
Also is our OEM System known as the Premium Audio System with 8 speakers? I think it is somehow.

Talk soon
Cheers
John

[cutchorama]

When my euro was stock it only has 4 speakers:

the splits with tweeters
and the 6×9s in the back

The speaker things in the back doors are empty

[KenL]

... only thing im iffy on is the wiring harness for Power, ground etc i dont know what wire to tap into from the main wiring harness or if i need to buy like an adapter.

Have a look at another thread EuroSteve started - has the pinouts you're looking for... http://ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83611

The wiring diagram is handy if you want to hijack your steering wheel controls as well but that doesn't seem to be necessary for your setup if I understand correctly (Kenwood HU into the Aux input of the OEM HU). You should be able to do the install yourself as your install doesn't sound overly complex.

Some ideas (feel free to ignore / correct me)...

I'd suggest actually running a separate power wire from the battery through a grommet in the front firewall (don't forget a fuse up next to the battery). There's a couple of options for ground points: pick off the harness, pick off the cigarette lighter ground, use a bolt which sits on the chassis. The rest (spkrs, ignition, dashlight signal etc.) you can tap from the harness - if you're really paranoid, stick an additional fast blow 3A fuse when you tap off the 12V ignition line to protect the other electronics on that circuit. Also don't forget to disconnect the batt when doing all this - sorry if this sounds obvious but my mate welded his screwdriver to the car once - wasn't fun... :)

If you're not wanting to tap the main harness, get a male/female harness that fits the existing OEM plug/socket (btw - anybody know where to get a plug that fits the OEM HU? I could only find the socket that fits into the wiring harness from ryda.com.au ... wreckers maybe?).

[jb_buzz]

Hey thanks KenL,

I am so not car install savvy, but from what you have said i can understand all except the "dont forget fuse up next batt", does this mean to connect a wire from the fuse box through the firewall to the + wire, you dont actually mean directly to the battery terminal do you? Sorry mate i am really not the best with this stuff.
I will be using this guide
http://www.kenwood-electronics.com.my/imanual/DDX6039_Installation.pdf

Do you know what colour each wire is, the Guide on EuroSteves post doesnt quite give that?

[cutchorama]

I think he means for your power to your unit. Put a fuse between your +ve batt terminal and your+ve into your kenwood unit. I think 15amp fuse is pretty normal for a head unit don't quote me on it though, double check.

[jb_buzz]

Hey i think i might just piggy back of the Main Harness plug, but will defiantly use a fuse between the batt and +ive wire.
I thought that by hooking it in to a live wire in the fuse box next to the battery and then use a fuse between that and the HU that was how it would be done.
Thanks for your help guys

[r-r-redEuro]

BTW I have already done this long time ago for a friend, I reckon thats the only way to do it properly if you want to install double din



http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/417/dsc01987dq8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

sorry to bring up the old thread, how big is this double din bracket ? would it fit a 7" screen in ? or does it have to be smaller ?

[joycetick]

jb_buzz, why not connect it straight to the battery since its only a couple more centimeters away. headunits can draw a fair bit of power, especially with subs which could blow the fuse for that wire your tapping into.
Also, wouldnt connecting straight to the battery will give you a better connection anyway?

I dont see any benefits by connecting to that live wire except for saving a few cm of cable
btw i havnt installed an aftermarket sterio before, so you might want to wait for someone else to confirm/correct me

r-r-redEuro, din is a standard size across all vehicles

if your talking about molding a screen that would normally stick to the dash/window with a sunction cap, its just right for a 7" widescreen, although different manufactorers can have varying case dimensions (im pritty sure the lilliput 619 is one of the monitors that fit)

otherwise any double din stereo units from pioneer/other simmilar brands (like in the picture) will fit

[Atjo]

sorry to bring up the old thread, how big is this double din bracket ? would it fit a 7" screen in ? or does it have to be smaller ?
It can fit 7" but the width is a bit wider so there's a gap on the side but they provide you with a foam to fill the gap. I will install my double din headunit this weekend.

[one4spl]

I dont see any benefits by connecting to that live wire except for saving a few cm of cable
btw i havnt installed an aftermarket sterio before, so you might want to wait for someone else to confirm/correct me


Because the battery is a lousy place to connect... for starters its covered in acid and dirt, and looks ugly.

Theres a 20A B+, A+ and earth in the drivers kick panel, and the 100A B+ in the engine bay, why bother running an ugly wire to the battery that will be unreliable and unsafe*?


* few people who do these things do electrical work as well as OEM

[jb_buzz]

Hey Joycetick, i am totally hopeless with this, i tried last week end and tapped into the Wiring harness but like you said blew a fuse for the radio. Stupid me (well not so stupid) thought to check the RADIO fuse in the kick panel, Fuse 5 but it was fine, so i thought i stuffed up my whole radio, my HVAC controls and air con still worked. Then i was looking arounnd in this forum to find why and stumbled upon another post that said Fuse 6 the Interior Lighting is the Fuse that covers the Constant power to the radio, looked and it was blown replaced that and all working again, but still have not installed my Unit, too scared im gunna stuff my car again.
Hopefully getting it installed professionally this weekend, but if any one has like a stupids guide to wiring it in the Accord Euro with photos that would be good, including were to connect it to the battery, how to get the wire throught the firewall etc, were to find a Switched + connection and were best to gorund it. plus were to put fuses.
Remember i am hopeless, although once i see how to do it in photos end stuff im pretty good.
When i was fiddling with brackets and fascia etc, i put it all together (without wiring) and it looks great, cannot wait to get it all wired up.

Thanks for your advice, much appreciated
Cheers
John

[cutchorama]

John,

go to northfield in moorooka, I have only heard great things from them (might be a while til they can book you into a saturday though).

I got my audio install from complete car sound and I have had nothing but regrets since.

I suppose you can use a factory ground point but some people say you shouldn't. There is a grommet in the firewall on the passenger side that can be tricky to get a wire through. If you need to see, your very welcome to come have a look at my car.

[EuroSteve]

Hi All :wave:

Due to work commitments (including some o/s travel) I haven't been able to dedicate any solid time to my install, however I have slowly been progressing things.

Firstly, a BIG FAT WARNING, the Double DIN kit I sourced in the US is NOT compatible with the RHD Euro. Believe it or not, there is one bracket that is different between the kits, everything else though looks identical. So, I ended up having to pick-up ANOTHER Double DIN kit. A big thanks to jb_buzz for sourcing the RHD version through Honda Australia. Dunno what the guy was on that originally told me it wasn't available!

Because i've only had the time to do little bits here and there, i've been driving around for the past month with just about all the panels out of my Euro, including the boot and back seat.....this has sucked! I just felt depressed every time I got in it... ;-P

I haven't got the time to give a step by step guide, but i'll post as many photos as I can. Please feel free to ask me any questions!!

Sound Deadening (Dynamat)
I've completely sound deadened the inner and outer front door panels. This was a slow and agonising process, but definitely worth it! When you compare the difference between tapping on the front door and rear door, it's like the difference between tapping on concrete and a tin can.
http://aycu28.webshots.com/image/46387/2000013560731551068_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000013560731551068) http://aycu19.webshots.com/image/49178/2000035829231591351_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000035829231591351) http://aycu08.webshots.com/image/48527/2000043103059530346_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000043103059530346)

Speaker Spaces/Mounts
Spacing the SPZ-60's required alot of stuffing around. You basically have to space them so the basket is just off hitting the door, otherwise the speaker will protrude to much and the inner door panel wont fit back on correctly. If you get it right, everything fits real nice. I ended up buying these brackets (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&viewitem=&item=330105020813) off eBay, disassembling them, cut a 12mm spacer from MDF and glued/screwed it to the bracket.

http://aycu13.webshots.com/image/48572/2000054170670501849_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000054170670501849) http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/48321/2000051364541260718_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000051364541260718) http://aycu13.webshots.com/image/45972/2000017429625200480_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000017429625200480) http://aycu05.webshots.com/image/46444/2004081896033080800_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004081896033080800) http://aycu37.webshots.com/image/48036/2004059886809441621_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004059886809441621)

Tweeters
The Boston tweeters fit nicely in the factory locations. I used some 3M double sided tape and a little hot glue to keep them in place.
http://aycu07.webshots.com/image/48366/2001138982392098854_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2001138982392098854)

[EuroSteve]

Wiring (using a Kicker CK44 Amp. Kit)
Getting the amp. power cable through the firewall wasn't as difficult as I was anticipating. After removing the tape around the existing rubber grommet, I was able to easily slip the 4 gauge cable through and it came out onto the floor on the passengers side.

Running the speaker cable was fairly easy, but very time consuming getting it nice and neat. All my cabling runs through 12mm or 7mm split loom. The trickiest part was getting the speaker cable into the drivers side door. Because all the wiring goes through a plug/socket, I ended up drilling out a section of the plug that wasn't being used and feed the speaker cable through. As dodgy as it sounds, it actually turned out very neat.

http://aycu27.webshots.com/image/46506/2003391470537205375_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003391470537205375) http://aycu40.webshots.com/image/48719/2004030497511313437_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004030497511313437) http://aycu13.webshots.com/image/48772/2004000033934679552_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004000033934679552) http://aycu33.webshots.com/image/46672/2004055722285602246_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004055722285602246) http://aycu13.webshots.com/image/46332/2004016424958086003_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004016424958086003) http://aycu39.webshots.com/image/46878/2004022455667408019_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004022455667408019) http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/45571/2004040668311968714_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004040668311968714) http://aycu12.webshots.com/image/48371/2004075614211093558_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004075614211093558) http://aycu27.webshots.com/image/48426/2004051744697803904_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2004051744697803904)
http://aycu14.webshots.com/image/48293/2000034542909663103_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000034542909663103) http://aycu30.webshots.com/image/46749/2000049874865667539_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000049874865667539) http://aycu02.webshots.com/image/46601/2000064104090850832_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000064104090850832) http://aycu06.webshots.com/image/47165/2000032023882116833_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2000032023882116833)

Crossovers
After much debate, I decided to install the crossovers under the front seats.
http://aycu09.webshots.com/image/48248/2003313703357526484_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003313703357526484) http://aycu32.webshots.com/image/45591/2003383760174236273_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003383760174236273) http://aycu33.webshots.com/image/48392/2003389646564128813_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003389646564128813)

Infill G4
Using male and female wiring harnesses I bought off eBay, I made the following harness to wire in the G4 without having to cut any factory wires.

I've trial fitted the G4 a few times now and it's looking good, however before I can install it, I still need to sort out a few powering issues. It's basically to do with powering a USB hub so that it will switch on/off with the USB bus of the G4 so that my USB Sound Card functions correctly. I'll post more details later.

http://aycu14.webshots.com/image/49133/2003364706382172904_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003364706382172904) http://aycu06.webshots.com/image/45445/2003365618424624278_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003365618424624278) http://aycu34.webshots.com/image/45993/2003396971655148822_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003396971655148822) http://aycu23.webshots.com/image/45622/2003300257030740867_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003300257030740867) http://aycu15.webshots.com/image/46654/2003346929828166201_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003346929828166201) http://aycu40.webshots.com/image/45279/2003348145241336988_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2003348145241336988)

More to follow...

Cheers,
Steve

[dc2dc2dc2]

nice
very nice !

[jb_buzz]

Hey Euro Steve,
You look like your having fun there demolishing your interior :)
I'm sure once its all done it will look great.
Question - Any possibility that you could teach me how to make a wiring harness like yours. It looks exactly like what i want. I am hooking up a Kenwood Headunit, exact location as yours using same kit etc.
Am i presuming correctly that your Main Euro OEM head unit (blue) Male plug will plug into the female and then your male into the OEM unit?
Or is it using the AUX socket?
Reminder i want to keep full control of my OEM honda unit, i have a Car to PC AUX adapter, for my Audio to come from the Kenwood unit.

Hey Cutch, thanks again for you advice, looking at your pics on myspace, your car is very very nice. Would love to see you car, gotta head down to the gold coast today, my car is getting serviced and a couple of fixes. Had a brand new air con unit put in as my other one ceased up, now there is a tapping noise coming from the engine drivers side, its only there when Air con is on and happens when i am ideling. Plus front doors rattle on bass, so seeing if they will fix that for me.

Talk soon
Cheers
John

[KenL]

Question - Any possibility that you could teach me how to make a wiring harness like yours.
John - a company called Metra (http://www.metraonline.com) make the plug/sockets you are looking for to make the wiring harness extension - Metra's part numbers are below:

71-1721 - plugs into OEM headunit
70-1721 - plugs into OEM wiring harness
(OEM Honda/Acura 1998-2006 Radio Wiring Harness)

Suggest you google/eBay around using the part # - eBay has them for around US$1 from several shop fronts (you will pay much more for postage though!).

Hope that helps,
Ken

EuroSteve - I know this thread has the wrong title now but keep the pics coming mate, they're interesting and helpful too (at least for me - thanks).

[eg_08_wa]

in slightly confused by all this.....
are you still able to use your factory deck (ie its not just there for show) and subsequently, does the controls on the steering wheel work?

cheers

(sorry to bring up an old thread)

[EuroSteve]

Hi All,

Sorry for the lack of updates lately. I was planning on finishing off the install this week, then this happened... -> http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=87086 :(

Anyway, here's a quick update of where things are at:
- The G4 is in and all the dash is back together
- I did have a problem with the G4 resetting when cranking the engine, so i've run a dedicated wire (constant 12V) to the G4 from the battery. This seems to have fixed the problem. I also think my battery might be a little sad.
- Still trying to sort out a few issues with the USB soundcard. Centrafuse doesn't support 4 channel output, so i'm working on some code that i'm going to send to the Centrafuse developer in hope that he'll include it in the next build. (Centrafuse uses the BASS library).
- All the speakers are in and tested and sound friggin awesome. No hiss what so ever.
- The amp is wired, but still just sitting in the boot, I need to mount it under the parcel shelf.

I'll try to get some photos tomorrow and post.


Question - Any possibility that you could teach me how to make a wiring harness like yours. It looks exactly like what i want.

No worries! PM me and i'll give you my mobile number, happy to chat. Basically I just ordered a male and female harness of eBay and relied on my trusty soldering skills to solder it up. I posted the Euro radio harness pinouts in another thread.


in slightly confused by all this.....
are you still able to use your factory deck (ie its not just there for show) and subsequently, does the controls on the steering wheel work?

cheers

(sorry to bring up an old thread)

In my case, the factory deck still has power, but it no longer has any speakers connected to it. It still needs power for climate control, etc, but basically now it's just a glorified CD holder.

S.

[Atjo]

I forgot to post the picture of my new double din headunit.
http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/4743/img0116eu4.jpg

I put the Alpine bass engine on the ashtray. So no ashtray in the time being.
http://img440.imageshack.us/img440/9674/img0117ml4.jpg

I connect a hard drive to the head unit to play my music, videos & pictures.
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/4662/img0115hx9.jpg

My headrest monitors.
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/8978/img0119zf4.jpg

I also connected a reverse camera to the headunit.
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/4923/img0120tn0.jpg

The red on the screen is because of the sun glare.
http://img440.imageshack.us/img440/9683/img0121oy7.jpg

[r-r-redEuro]

thats hotttt, your car is like complete, i dont think theres anything else you need to do !! you got the whole package lol. gw +rep

[Atjo]

thats hotttt, your car is like complete, i dont think theres anything else you need to do !! you got the whole package lol. gw +rep
Not yet, i'm still gonna add some more things in the boot :)

[SiReal]

Dan plans on adding a refrigerator to keep his groceries fresh when he goes shopping. Right?

Nice setup - very spine rattling bass as well.

[Euro1011]

Hey Atjo,

What brand are those monitors and where can i get them? Also where did you get the double DIn fascia? The audio shop in Perth used soft plastic for mine and now it has warped.

[Atjo]

The headrest monitors or the head unit? The headunit is JVC KW-AVX805, my friend bought it for me from HK for $550. The headrest monitors i bought it from ebay for $290 a pair. It's a 9" monitors so it's a quite big monitor. You can buy the double din facia from honda dealer. I bought it for $96.

[dmx]

The headrest monitors or the head unit? The headunit is JVC KW-AVX805, my friend bought it for me from HK for $550. The headrest monitors i bought it from ebay for $290 a pair. It's a 9" monitors so it's a quite big monitor. You can buy the double din facia from honda dealer. I bought it for $96.

do u mind share the ebay seller details ?

[Euro1011]

Yeah that would be good if you could kindly tell us the ebay seller details for the Headrest monitors. I'm going to call up Honda about the fascia so i can get one.

[lysp]

This looks like the ebay seller (just from a search):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/PAIR-OF-9-TFT-LCD-HEADREST-CAR-MONITOR-SCREEN-FOR-DVD_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trksidZp1638Q2em122QQcatego ryZ38650QQihZ016QQitemZ260223514366QQrdZ1QQsspagen ameZWD2V

[Atjo]

The one above is the same item. I bought it from this seller:

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/2x-9-Inches-Headrest-TFT-LCD-IR-Monitor-w-Pillow-Car_W0QQitemZ220217788475QQihZ012QQcategoryZ32826Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[jb_buzz]

Hi All,
the Order codes for the Double Din Facia has been posted by me earlier in this Thread. I bought mine for about $86
Cheers,

[Euro1011]

Hi All,
the Order codes for the Double Din Facia has been posted by me earlier in this Thread. I bought mine for about $86
Cheers,

Thanks jb_buzz. Going to contact the dealer for price and avail. I hope the fascia is suitable for Alpine IVAW200E

[jb_buzz]

Hey Euro1011,
You should have no probs, the only thing, and you could see from Atjo's post is that the Fascia opening is perfect in height but a little longer in width, you may need something to fill in the end gaps with maybe some black foam, you may not need too at all either.
Good luck with your install.
Cheers
John

[EuroSteve]

Hi All,

Finally found the time to post some more pics:

http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/1276/img1539aw6.th.jpg (http://img246.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1539aw6.jpg) http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/2494/img1546fx6.th.jpg (http://img149.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1546fx6.jpg) http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/1007/img1553rb2.th.jpg (http://img149.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1553rb2.jpg) http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/1802/img1556ko7.th.jpg (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1556ko7.jpg) http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/8535/img1557rw2.th.jpg (http://img525.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1557rw2.jpg) http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/382/img1558cr4.th.jpg (http://img149.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1558cr4.jpg) http://img147.imageshack.us/img147/8210/img1559kb7.th.jpg (http://img147.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1559kb7.jpg) http://img185.imageshack.us/img185/4709/img1560gl9.th.jpg (http://img185.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1560gl9.jpg) http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/4344/img1563ad4.th.jpg (http://img246.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1563ad4.jpg) http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/2382/img1569ez2.th.jpg (http://img149.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1569ez2.jpg) http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/3756/img1570xb6.th.jpg (http://img149.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1570xb6.jpg) http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/2981/img1580xp5.th.jpg (http://img253.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1580xp5.jpg) http://img525.imageshack.us/img525/6898/img1584mp8.th.jpg (http://img525.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1584mp8.jpg)

The wireless keyboard is a Logitech DiNovo Mini.

S.

[joycetick]

aww man, im so jelous of you right now

do you have any problems using the touchscreen when in first gear?

[E_Honda]

If only i knew about the facia earlier I wouldn't have gotten the custom fitting made, shit happens!

Anyway heres my setup, no where near as intense as EuroSteve (btw awesome job with it EuroSteve :thumbsup:).

I got the Alpine IVA-W202E unit and heres some pics.

[.QD]

Wow awesome work all you people with these double din HUs. They looks awesome.

[.QD]

My headrest monitors.
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/8978/img0119zf4.jpg



Atjo, did you install the headrest yourself? If so, how did you route the cabling through the seat?

Thinking of installing something like this (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/2x-9-Headrest-LCD-Car-Monitor-2-DVD-Player-USB-SD-IR_W0QQitemZ130215209571QQihZ003QQcategoryZ48608QQ cmdZViewItem).

http://www.lettucetrade.com/images/lcd/monitors/headrest/hr968/hr968_5.jpg
http://www.lettucetrade.com/images/lcd/monitors/headrest/hr968/hr968_4.jpg

For the headunit, this (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/7-LCD-Touchscreen-Car-DVD-TV-Route-66-TomTom-GPS-Map_W0QQitemZ110244780404QQihZ001QQcategoryZ75327Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem).

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z195/vivogear/GPS/AMA703/432008-113203.jpg
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z195/vivogear/GPS/AMA703/432008-113754.jpg

[Atjo]

My friend installed it for me. Basically you take out the seat than take out the back side of the seat. You can easily route the cable after you open the back side.

[EuroSteve]

aww man, im so jelous of you right now

do you have any problems using the touchscreen when in first gear?

Nah, it actually works out good, plus I don't spend much time in first :p


If only i knew about the facia earlier I wouldn't have gotten the custom fitting made, shit happens!

Anyway heres my setup, no where near as intense as EuroSteve (btw awesome job with it EuroSteve :thumbsup:).

I got the Alpine IVA-W202E unit and heres some pics.

Yours looks just as good as the Honda facia to me! At least you don't have the gaps either side of your HU. I still need to do something about that...

Thanks for comments!

S.

[Euro1011]

E Honda's fascia looks better than the Honda Fascia. I tried to fit the Honda fascia on the weekend for the IVAW200E but it does not look good as there are gaps on the side. Might make a custom fascia out of fibreglass or be plain lazy and take it to the shop to do it.

[E_Honda]

E Honda's fascia looks better than the Honda Fascia. I tried to fit the Honda fascia on the weekend for the IVAW200E but it does not look good as there are gaps on the side. Might make a custom fascia out of fibreglass or be plain lazy and take it to the shop to do it.

That makes me feel so much better knowing that the Honda fascia wasn't a good fit with an alpine unit, im glad i went with the custom/lazy install through the shop :)
The colour matches the rest of that centre console so it probably is a better option if you want more of a factory looking finish.

Heres another pic with better lighting.

[E_Honda]

Going a bit off topic, I'm thinking of getting the GPS add-on for the Alpine IVA-W202E. I got quoted $899, just wondering if anyones installed it or got it cheaper?

Also, i'm getting an auxillary adapter over the FM modulator since i've heard it provides slightly better quality. Through Honda its around $50, can anyone backup this info?

Is it possible to interface the steering wheel controls with the dvd player as well as the existing honda unit?

[.QD]

Just got a price for the Non-Satnav Fascia (08B06-SDE-700), $84.80 @ Honda Homebush, nice! Will be buying that this week. Also ordered me the harness connector that EuroSteve ordered so I dont need to cut/splice the factory harness and will be making my own pass-through connector.

Will be buying/installing something like this (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/7-LCD-Touchscreen-Car-DVD-TV-Route-66-TomTom-GPS-Map_W0QQitemZ110244780404QQihZ001QQcategoryZ75327Q QssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem), as I've mentioned on previous post. :)

Dual zone output, but just really want it for GPS and DVD/divx playback, can always switch back to factory headunit + ipod for audio.

[E_Honda]

Going a bit off topic, I'm thinking of getting the GPS add-on for the Alpine IVA-W202E. I got quoted $899, just wondering if anyones installed it or got it cheaper?

Also, i'm getting an auxillary adapter over the FM modulator since i've heard it provides slightly better quality. Through Honda its around $50, can anyone backup this info?

Is it possible to interface the steering wheel controls with the dvd player as well as the existing honda unit?

I ended up getting the GPS installed and works really well. Apparently the auxillary adapter from Honda only has an Ipod interface, which is useless to me. I had to go with the FM modulator to get my existing 6 stacker unit working again with my DVD player. Does anyone know if theres an after market auxillary adapter available to do this??

[.QD]

I ended up getting the GPS installed and works really well. Apparently the auxillary adapter from Honda only has an Ipod interface, which is useless to me. I had to go with the FM modulator to get my existing 6 stacker unit working again with my DVD player. Does anyone know if theres an after market auxillary adapter available to do this??


This one maybe?

http://www.pac-audio.com/products/productsCatagory.asp?mmSearch=Auxiliary%20Input

Part Number: AAI-HON

[iizzii]

um, not too sure if u have already bought it or not...but u can order one from strathfield car radio for around $90, i ordered one and it took about 3 days to come cause i wanted to install a custom sound system with dvd player...

[E_Honda]

Thanks for the reply guys. I did end up getting the FM modulator but now no radio stations on the dvd player work at all, and some local stations on the cars head unit dont pick up signal anymore, and they used to work perfectly. Anyone know whats going on there?

So with the setup you have iizzii, does that mean you just switch between both the cars head unit and dvd player using the CD/AUX button on the head unit? Does it all work well? Have you got the make and model of the adapter you bought?

(I know these are all dumbass questions but i'm not too sure on all this stuff.)

Does anyone know if theres someone on Ozhonda that I can get the auxillary adapters from?? If not i'll probably just try Pac-Audio or strathfield.

[iizzii]

um nah sorry i dont but the guys at strathfield car radio at maroubra/kingsford did it, cause thats what i asked for, but yeah i just switch between aux button...
the number for them is 93496888 ask for pablo or paoloforgot his name, but he tends to know more about car systems than anyone else in ther from my own experience

[E_Honda]

um nah sorry i dont but the guys at strathfield car radio at maroubra/kingsford did it, cause thats what i asked for, but yeah i just switch between aux button...
the number for them is 93496888 ask for pablo or paoloforgot his name, but he tends to know more about car systems than anyone else in ther from my own experience

Thanks i'll give them a call. I found out its a 3.5mm input on my head unit. I'm guessing all the euros have the same connections so hopefully theres an adapter for it.

[joycetick]

aux adaptor
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html

plugs into any 3.5mm socket or RCA.

[E_Honda]

aux adaptor
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html

plugs into any 3.5mm socket or RCA.

Looks like what i need, have you bought anything from that site before?

[joycetick]

I bought the 3.5mm and usb adaptor on the same website (buttons on the radio & steering wheel control winamp/wmp if the usb is plugged into a computer)

Had no troubles :thumbsup:

[hongster]

sweet thread,,,,

only problem is that as ive got sat nav i guess i might run into trouble as im planning to install another single din unit under the sat nav one;-????
will it fit ??? i dont know (see photo and tell me if you think it will fit??)
http://i148.photobucket.com/albums/s6/davemazo/Honda2.jpg
i guess first i should remove the trim and physically try to slide an old single din unit all the way too see if it fits......

if it does then this is what i'll need

1.buy a dvd single din unit (maybe jvc with little lcd in the face)
2.install it under the sat-nav unit (dont know if it'll fit)
3.instal some kind of aux input (need to read more post's to choose)
4.and buy a tvandnav2go unit and a few standard auto relays..

then eventually all i'll need to do is to push the aux button which will toggle power the aux-input device and power the jvc dvd unit via a simple relay, so then the jvc unit will turn on start playing a dvd which will trigger the tvandnav2go box which will switch the screen from sat/nav to the dvd and the sound from the head unit will also go into the aux-input box.....

hopefully all this will go smoothly and no magic smoke appears ...


edit: also does anyone know how much if any more space is required for dvd head units, because they have extra fans to keep air flow going and keep the overall temps cool. im just worried if the unit will heat up if the bottom of the sat/nav unit above it is touching the top off it.?????????/ any one ??

[.QD]

It's a standard double din, so a single din under the sat-nav dvd-rom drive should fit fine.

Instead of a single din with a small screen, wouldnt you be better off with a single din with a 7" flip screen?

[hongster]

sure that would be the easier way .. but i already got the satnav screen i want to utilize and want it to look integrated / stock(ish),, plus i might not go with the litle screen dvd unit just a no frills dvd player hooked up to the sat nav screen,,

but thanks for your answer/reply ill give it a test fit to see how it wedges in there

[winvin23]

sure that would be the easier way .. but i already got the satnav screen i want to utilize and want it to look integrated / stock(ish),, plus i might not go with the litle screen dvd unit just a no frills dvd player hooked up to the sat nav screen,,

but thanks for your answer/reply ill give it a test fit to see how it wedges in there

nice plan mate.. you might wanna add a backup camera and tv turner as well while you're at it :cool:

A few people from acurazine.com have managed to install the dvd hu in the din slot with no problem along with one of those tvandnav2go on their tsx.. looks good :thumbsup:

Keep us posted how you go..

[JunYu]

can't you just get an after market dvd player hook it up under your seat and connect it to the aux input into the nav?

[Crapdaz]

jsut wondering if you guys had to take out the stock HU to remove cables to plug harness in or is there an easy way of accessing the stock wiring without moving it?

Thanks guys.

[joycetick]

not sure about the nav, but the standard radio has the plug for the aux kit on the bottom of the unit so you dont need to take the radio out

[Crapdaz]

hmmm so all i do is take out the antenna plug and harness plug to access it as i am putting in a aftermarket HU?

so access the plugs from underneath where the cd holder/flip door is?

[E_Honda]

aux adaptor
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html

plugs into any 3.5mm socket or RCA.

got the aux adapter put in and bluetooth kit finally came in, my units finally all finished, thanks for the help guys.

[mchngun]

just a warning to anyone who might be buying the double din kit from Honda, i just installed one today and my headunit barely squeezes in its a very very tight fit i basically have to push really hard down on the face to get it to click in.

Does anyone know if the Ryda kit fits good?

[.QD]

just a warning to anyone who might be buying the double din kit from Honda, i just installed one today and my headunit barely squeezes in its a very very tight fit i basically have to push really hard down on the face to get it to click in.

Does anyone know if the Ryda kit fits good?

I think it depends on your head unit maybe? I've read on other posts within this thread that there is a gap on the side and so on.

[mchngun]

its possible it could be my headunit but it doesn't look larger than any other headunit i've ever owned. I knew i should have got a double din headunit!

And yes, there is a noticeably large gap on either side.

[.QD]

its possible it could be my headunit but it doesn't look larger than any other headunit i've ever owned. I knew i should have got a double din headunit!

And yes, there is a noticeably large gap on either side.

Like this?



http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/417/dsc01987dq8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[mchngun]

looks good.. is that the OEM double din kit?

[.QD]

yeah it is, im pretty sure. was just showing you to check if thats how much gap u have.

[power_of_dreams]

pretty slick, shame its so low though..

[dansanhdieu]

pretty slick, shame its so low though..

Yeah i think it abit low too . Anyone already got a double din dvd player having any problem with control and changing song on the screen when Gear change to P .

[.QD]

My double din head unit arrived today. Did a trial install... I have a huge gap too on the sides. Height of the unit seems fine, but the screen/face is slight taller than the facsia. Hopefully I can just tilt the screen and slip in the fascia cover since the HU needs to be in before the fascia goes in.

Will post some pix when done.

[DSNTGR8]

im having major issues getting my clarion VRX785BT into the car atm, the 7inch screen is hitting the a/c controls because theyre so low :( any suggestions???

[mchngun]

I didn't get a DVD deck for that reason. The problem is with the double din fascia from Honda, it only can go in one position and there's no adjustment. I think your only solution is to get a custom one made up?

[TEMPTN]

im having major issues getting my clarion VRX785BT into the car atm, the 7inch screen is hitting the a/c controls because theyre so low :( any suggestions???


Yeah u should of gotten a kenwood deck 1 or 1 that can adjust back and forth

[DSNTGR8]

Yeah u should of gotten a kenwood deck 1 or 1 that can adjust back and forth


lol thanks for the smart arse comment lol

[xsite85]

http://www.gizmosis.com.au/

this mod is very expensive!

[DSNTGR8]

problem solvered, sticks out 1.5inch I pick the car up tommorow ill take some photos to show you lol

[crunkman99]

did you dynamat the boot? Do you have trouble with alot of bass and everything shaking?

if so did it help?

cheers

[JN7]

Can anyone give me the exact dimensions (length, width and height) of the double din fascia kit? I wanna know if it would fit my headunit.

And.. is there 2 different types of fascia kits? Like one for sat nav and one for non-sat navs?

thanks guys

[khoakhoa]

Yeah there is,

"I have acutally been able to source the DOUBLE DIN kit through my local Honda Dealer Austral Honda Brisbane.
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (non satnav dash) is 08B06-SDE-700
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (satnav dash) is 08B06-SEA-700"

$80

[khoakhoa]

I just got an ebay gps/dvd/tv/radio/usb combination and looking to get it installed soon

[JN7]

Yeah there is,

"I have acutally been able to source the DOUBLE DIN kit through my local Honda Dealer Austral Honda Brisbane.
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (non satnav dash) is 08B06-SDE-700
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (satnav dash) is 08B06-SEA-700"

$80

So I'm guessing that you haven't actually used your double din kit yet.. would you be able to give me measurements of the fascia kit? Thanks man.

[Suntzu]

I just got an ebay gps/dvd/tv/radio/usb combination and looking to get it installed soon

I was thinking of the same thing. A cheapy all in one I can fit in the storage bin for some general usage.

What model you looking at?

[.QD]

I was thinking of the same thing. A cheapy all in one I can fit in the storage bin for some general usage.

What model you looking at?

I got one of them yum-cha decks. They do the job. I got a VT-DI701G (http://www.szviewtech.com/ArticleShow.asp?ArticleID=327).

I toggle between stock deck/ipod and gps/divx/xvid playback on the DI701.

[Suntzu]

I got one of them yum-cha decks. They do the job. I got a VT-DI701G (http://www.szviewtech.com/ArticleShow.asp?ArticleID=327).

I toggle between stock deck/ipod and gps/divx/xvid playback on the DI701.

Nice. How do you toggle. I have an Xcarlink with steering wheel control of its mp3 and a 3.5mm input..maybe I can use that.

Whats the GPS software like?

[.QD]

Nice. How do you toggle. I have an Xcarlink with steering wheel control of its mp3 and a 3.5mm input..maybe I can use that.

Whats the GPS software like?

Toggle as in they are both hooked up to the stock speakers. When I want gps or media/video playback I use the yum-cha. When I want audio I switch the stock deck/ipod on.

Planning to get one of those ipod/aux adapter and output the 7" all-in-one to the stock deck. As the 7" doesnt have much power.

GPS software, it runs Windows CE 5. So any gps software that runs on CE 5 will be fine. They only provided me a demo version so I had to source my own. I run Tomtom 6 on mine.

All I wanted from the HU is xvid/divx playback and GPS. The rest is pretty crap. Bluetooth is crap. It has a TV tuner, but I didnt bother with an antenna because it's only analog and it will have crappy reception anyways.

Not sure if they have upgraded the firmware on it. But playback doesnt resume on files, but it does on DVD. But it's yum-cha, you get what you pay for. haha.

If your an enthusiast or a brand-wh0re don't get these "made in china" stuff.

It's a decent unit, but not the best or great. It does the job for what I need it.

[Suntzu]

How much was it and where did you buy it from? looks like decent value. I only want the GPS ( TOM TOM) and media playback also. Any trouble getting it to fit the storage box?

[.QD]

How much was it and where did you buy it from? looks like decent value. I only want the GPS ( TOM TOM) and media playback also. Any trouble getting it to fit the storage box?

It fits with the double din kit, but the face is slightly taller than the hole on the double din. See picture below. See how the bottom of the face hits the fascia? You have to tilt/open the screen to put in the facsia. I was going to write a review on this yum-cha and diy on the install, but i cbf atm.

http://photos-c.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sf2p/v335/207/123/722778343/n722778343_831770_8248.jpg

I bought it direct. I have a contact at Viewtech.

[giant_mongrel]

cant find view tech anywhere. or i could just be dumb.
edit: ok found it but uh oh overseas ship
edit 2: stupid question, but english compatible yeh? and no probs with GPS in aus? bad question really but gotta ask. and screen quality?

sorry for all the questions
anywhere else to buy yumcha? and roughly roughly RRP?

[.QD]

cant find view tech anywhere. or i could just be dumb.
edit: ok found it but uh oh overseas ship
edit 2: stupid question, but english compatible yeh? and no probs with GPS in aus? bad question really but gotta ask. and screen quality?

sorry for all the questions
anywhere else to buy yumcha? and roughly roughly RRP?

best source for yumcha is ebay. no prob with gps. just load tomtom with aus maps.

[JN7]

Doesn't the flip down screen hit the bottom? you got any pics?

[.QD]

Doesn't the flip down screen hit the bottom? you got any pics?

bottom of the screen/face hits the fascia, but it's not too bad. it just rests on it. pic is above?

[giant_mongrel]

but the screen itself can still motorise out on an angle? or does it hit the fascia?

[.QD]

but the screen itself can still motorise out on an angle? or does it hit the fascia?

screen tilts fine. botton of the screen moves forward/down and the top goes back/down just like the other double din hu's.

[khoakhoa]

I was thinking of the same thing. A cheapy all in one I can fit in the storage bin for some general usage.

What model you looking at?

i got this off ebay @ $366 + $39 p&h. I was actually looking for something with IPOD on it. bah the 3D map sold me ;0

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=230295395667

[Ken-f]

let us know what the quality is like. :)

[MSKYO]

i got this off ebay @ $366 + $39 p&h. I was actually looking for something with IPOD on it. bah the 3D map sold me ;0

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&item=230295395667

With that 3D map, I think unfortunately you will find that in Australia they haven't actually got the buildings mapped out in 3D and that the feature is largely useless.

From the picture that looks identical to the interface that ASUS uses on its R700 portable GPS but the 3D maps with buildings etc. aren't available in Australia. Works very well in Europe and the US from what I've read, but Australia not so much. Hope the unit does the job for you though

[JN7]

Toggle as in they are both hooked up to the stock speakers. When I want gps or media/video playback I use the yum-cha. When I want audio I switch the stock deck/ipod on.

Planning to get one of those ipod/aux adapter and output the 7" all-in-one to the stock deck. As the 7" doesnt have much power.


Does the headunit allow the use of a usb stick?
And does the sound quality sound good?
I'm thinking about removing my double din headunit and getting one of these.

[cutchorama]

http://www.gizmosis.com.au/

this mod is very expensive!

As mentioned before, this infill G4 fits in great and doesn't knock any of the facia or the gear stick, even when fully extended the gear stick in 3rd will still not touch. I have posted pics of my screen somewhere on the forums, can't find them at the moment though

[xsite85]

As mentioned before, this infill G4 fits in great and doesn't knock any of the facia or the gear stick, even when fully extended the gear stick in 3rd will still not touch. I have posted pics of my screen somewhere on the forums, can't find them at the moment though

Please show and tell :D

[khoakhoa]

Yeah the 3D map thing doesn't work in australia, but its much better than my current (ex) GPS unit. The TV reception is horrible. The bluetooth microphone isn't that great either.

When you're in drive mode, the screen doesn't knock or hit the gear stick.

[cutchorama]

Check out this link:

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=53395&page=8

This is thread is more about carputers, but it has a few photos of my project so far

[EuroSteve]

There are some pics. on page 6 of this thread -> http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1647014&postcount=69

[xsite85]

you guys that have the infill g4

Do you have any problems at all with the HU? eg. GPS, TV, etc..

If anyone is selling, please pm me

[Ken-f]

Might be a stpuid question...but im thinking about getting a double din gps/dvd for my car.

How easy is the install? Is it as easy as finding power, then plugging in a L and R RCA into the back of the stock HU??

also, would it be possible to make a cheap DIY double din slot instead of buying one?

[.QD]

Might be a stpuid question...but im thinking about getting a double din gps/dvd for my car.

How easy is the install? Is it as easy as finding power, then plugging in a L and R RCA into the back of the stock HU??

also, would it be possible to make a cheap DIY double din slot instead of buying one?

Stock HU doesnt have RCA input. You will need to buy one that connect to the stacker interface. Otherwise buy a harness that lets you tap into the stock speakers without cutting it which will also do the power. I bought the cables that EuroSteve used from ebay.

DIY double din slot... well yeah i think it was ndeuro did a ghetto one.

[defibros]

has anyone have this pionner AVIC-F900BT in their Euro?

http://www.pioneer.com.au/Products/Navigation/In%20Dash%20Navigation/AVICF900BT.aspx

Any feedback?
looks mint from what they wrote on the feature.

[Ken-f]

Hey .QD, got a link to buy that harness? so pretty much, the harness is a 14pin plug, that has 14 little wires coming out right? Then I just solder the ones coming out of the GPS/DVD onto the RF LF RR and LR and then power??

[defibros]

is there any DIY guide to hook a double din to euro?




Hey .QD, got a link to buy that harness? so pretty much, the harness is a 14pin plug, that has 14 little wires coming out right? Then I just solder the ones coming out of the GPS/DVD onto the RF LF RR and LR and then power??

[EuroSteve]

Hey Guys, check out this thread -> http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83611

Not a DIY guide, but should help.

-Steve

[.QD]

Hey .QD, got a link to buy that harness? so pretty much, the harness is a 14pin plug, that has 14 little wires coming out right? Then I just solder the ones coming out of the GPS/DVD onto the RF LF RR and LR and then power??

Ken are you going to kill the stock deck and steering wheel remote once you install this all-in-one unit?

[Ken-f]

NO! I SURE HOPE NOT! lol. I'm still thinking about it all. Haven't got anything yet.

Basically, Im really happy with stock audio. I really just want a GPS/DVD player in that bottom compartment.

My main idea was to get one, that would fit inside....and still be able to close that lid. I don't exactly like the look of the screen there to be honest. I'd like it to be hidden when I'm parked etc etc.

As for that harness thing, how would it kill the main stock deck and wheel remote??

Edit: I wanted to run the sound though the stock speakers (incase i wasnt clear)

[.QD]

Yeah sorry, I just meant would you not use the stock deck once you have the new deck in. Let me find some pix of my setup, but once you actually go through this thread it will be all clear and the link that EuroSteve just above thats very useful.

My install was:
- Double DIN all-in-one 7" headunit
- 2 x male harness
- 2 x female harness
- 8 gauge battery cable to aftermarket deck

Existing
- Stock deck
- Honda iPod adapter
- Honda BT Kit

In the end they all work. But you can only use one HU at a time. Either stock or the aftermarket. Steering wheel still controls the stock HU. I mainly use the aftermarket to play music clips and gps. Rest of the time I use stock+ipod.

[Ken-f]

Thanks man. Pix would be awesome. I've kinda filtered through all the pages....but that left me MORE confused. lol

[.QD]

http://myeuro.qrisworld.com/images/Harness-IMG_0342-8x6.jpg
Start with this. The harness only does power + speakers. This is why you need 2 pairs of each so you can take some of the cable to wire up the steering wheel remote.

http://myeuro.qrisworld.com/images/Harness-IMG_0344-8x6.jpg
Connect them up, solder and heatshrink.

http://myeuro.qrisworld.com/images/Harness-IMG_0345-8x6.jpg
All done.

[Ken-f]

OH man! that looks complicated. Thanks for doing it all up! :D

[defibros]

Pick up a JVC deck and did it over the weekend with the honda Facial.

http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/2065/img0400aw5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/img0400aw5.jpg/1/w480.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img172/img0400aw5.jpg/1/)


http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/9454/img0401kp8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/img0401kp8.jpg/1/w480.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img232/img0401kp8.jpg/1/)

[.QD]

You got bigger pix?

[giant_mongrel]

sorry to be noob but is it not possible to link up an aftermarket headunit to the stock HU with a BUS cable, the connection is underneath the stock HU? and play the aftermarket one through the stock AUX function?

[E_Honda]

sorry to be noob but is it not possible to link up an aftermarket headunit to the stock HU with a BUS cable, the connection is underneath the stock HU? and play the aftermarket one through the stock AUX function?

Yep it can be done, i bought an auxilary adapter from these guys:
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html

and it works perfectly when switching between the stock HU and my Alpine DVD player via the CD/AUX button. You can also do it using an FM modulator where you have one dedicated channel on your stock HU, and tune that to the frequency of the modulator to switch between the aftermarket unit and the stock one. But if you want slightly better quality throughput and save all your radio channels then go the AUX adapter. Plus i think its a bit more of a professional looking job using the AUX button to switch betwen the 2 units rather than using a radio channel.

[defibros]

i just tap the wire to the new head unit.
both my decks are working. Only problem i have is to choose which deck is running FM as there is only one FM radio wire.




sorry to be noob but is it not possible to link up an aftermarket headunit to the stock HU with a BUS cable, the connection is underneath the stock HU? and play the aftermarket one through the stock AUX function?

[.QD]

Yeah, thats why I bought/made the above harness. Dont need to tap into the cables. easier to go back to stock and remote aftermarket deck if needed. But yeah both my decks work too and have same issue only one radio. Was trying to find a splitter, but couldnt.

[Atjo]

Pick up a JVC deck and did it over the weekend with the honda Facial.


http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/6154/img0400lc3.th.jpg


http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/2252/img0401ri2.th.jpg
It looks like same head unit like mine.

[defibros]

It looks like same head unit like mine.

It's a jvc 810..

By the way people, i am trying to convince my mate to get a facial for his 08 euro as well..

Are they the same facial as the one that i order from honda or a total different one?

IF so which one should i order..

Thanks people

[hish]

i did a search for information on the bus cable connectors and was wonding if anyone had details on a wiring chart for the plug. my aim was to wire in my dvd player through the bus cable and use the aux as a relay switch. then using a male and female honda plug isolate the 4 speakers and run them to an amp in the boot. this way i hope to be able to use both the stock deck and the dvd player running the sound through the amp.

has anyone done it this way? any help would be great

[denot]

hey guys, I've post this on a new thread but I think I'll post it here again... :p

anyway, I want to know if anyone has opinion on installing Double Din on CU2. The compartment near the gear (like in CL9) seems a bit smaller than in CL9. But in the Lux Navi mode, they put a CD/DVD slot there. do you think a 7" DD will fit there?

thanks heaps

[Ken-f]

still haven't done anything about the dvd/gps i wanted. lol

Might be a stupid question, but here, are the yellow plugs....where you plug the harness into? So i wont have to somehow get BEHIND the current HU?

http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/38750/2005205829668712719_fs.jpg

[one4spl]

still haven't done anything about the dvd/gps i wanted. lol

Might be a stupid question, but here, are the yellow plugs....where you plug the harness into? So i wont have to somehow get BEHIND the current HU?

http://aycu31.webshots.com/image/38750/2005205829668712719_fs.jpg

DO NOT TOUCH THE YELLOW HARNESS!!!

THIS IS THE AIRBAG SYSTEM!

The stereo is very easy to get out... just put your hands on the top of the airvent panel that goes up over the top of the dash and pull it sharply towards you. Then unscrewing the stereo is pretty obvious.

http://picasaweb.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/HondaAccordRadioConnector#5138936811488762354
http://picasaweb.google.com.au/luke.smith.name/HondaAccordRadioConnector#

[Ken-f]

AHAHAHAHA. Nice. Thanks :D

[.QD]

Yeah what one4spl said. Thats the air bag system. Helps when you have the workshop manual. :)

[defibros]

thinking of parting the JVC deck for a new project...

comes with REceipt with Warranthy..

If anyone wants it, pm me :)

Thinking of selling it around $550




Pick up a JVC deck and did it over the weekend with the honda Facial.

http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/2065/img0400aw5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/img0400aw5.jpg/1/w480.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img172/img0400aw5.jpg/1/)


http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/9454/img0401kp8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/img0401kp8.jpg/1/w480.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img232/img0401kp8.jpg/1/)

[defibros]

I know there is heaps of interest but i am not parting the FACIAL :)

going to use it on a new project :)

[Lochstar_69]

hey guys, really new here. my first post actually.
Probably a noob question for you guys.
i got an '04 euro without sat nav. i want to put a Single DIN pop out in the bottom box console, from the pics i can see in this thread most of you have Double DIN's,

My main concern is that on the Ryda website and from ones i have seen the single facia's stereo hole are on top and im worried when the screen pops out it will hit the air con/heater controls.

Is this going to happen? Is there any where i can get a facia for a bottom mount setup up? this should put the pocket on top rather then on bottom.

cheers
VTEC lover. lol

[[ IV 23 VI ]]

Yeah I think so.. Lochstar_69 to my knowledge there is only one model from Kenwood that can flip out far enough without hitting the Volume and AC Dials, But I dont remember which model it is..

Ask TGZ80Y he used to have the Kenwood dech in his Euro like that..

[Lochstar_69]

Oh really. yeh i really want to get one that mounts the head unit on the bottom.
if anyone knows where i can get one made or something it would be really helpful.

Cheers guys really enjoying these forums they are really insightful.

Love the Euro, by far better than falcons or commonwhores (commodores) :P

[wazza7]

Oh really. yeh i really want to get one that mounts the head unit on the bottom.
if anyone knows where i can get one made or something it would be really helpful.

Cheers guys really enjoying these forums they are really insightful.

Love the Euro, by far better than falcons or commonwhores (commodores) :P

hey lochstar, i have TGZ80Y's euro now, with the kenwood flipout on the top of the facia, it misses the dials perfectly. im also goin double din soon and getting rid of this setup, facia and all if ur interested.

[v3iiGa]

Hey there EuroSteve, i am currently new to this Ozhonda Forum thing.. I have an Accord Euro Luxury 5SP Auto, just wondering as you stated that you can get the DOUBLE DIN Fascia here in Australia is that correct? where abouts could i get one like urs?

thanks

[EuroSteve]

Hey there EuroSteve, i am currently new to this Ozhonda Forum thing.. I have an Accord Euro Luxury 5SP Auto, just wondering as you stated that you can get the DOUBLE DIN Fascia here in Australia is that correct? where abouts could i get one like urs?

thanks

Hey mate, welcome to the forums!

If you check my very first post (http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showpost.php?p=1467715&postcount=1), I updated it with some details at the bottom.

-> A genuine Double DIN kit is available in Australia, Part# 08B06-SDE-700, $70-$80

I got mine at least 18 months ago now, so not sure if it's still available, but I would assume so. IIRC, I got mine from Southside Honda, Brisbane.

-Steve

[GSi_PSi]

hey just sussing out for a friend who has a 2003 accord euro hes just wondering were does he buy a fascia for double din pioneer dvd/tv in sydney area

any help will be appreciated

[giant_mongrel]

watch the sales space... i may be parting with a fascia thats sitting in my garage collecting dust. never opened or used. also have an RCA / BUS cable that hooks a unit straight to the AUX of the stereo.

[Lochstar_69]

watch the sales space... i may be parting with a fascia thats sitting in my garage collecting dust. never opened or used. also have an RCA / BUS cable that hooks a unit straight to the AUX of the stereo.

Very interested in this!

[rayd]

Hey guys, just wondering if anyone has tried on the cheep and nastys from ebay that say they can support "steering wheel controls" ??

take a look:
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/7-Touch-Double-Din-In-Dash-Car-CD-DVD-PlayerTV-GPS-RDS_W0QQitemZ220501385979QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_Def aultDomain_0?hash=item3356e822fb#ht_15052wt_1002

theres a photo of the unit with some sort of "leaning" function...

any ideas if it will work with the euros?

[biee2]

i just ordered a double din fascia.....they currently cost $89.60, will be collecting it 2morrow =p

[biee2]

Yep it can be done, i bought an auxilary adapter from these guys:
http://indashpc.org/new/aux_adapters/car2aux-hon1.html

and it works perfectly when switching between the stock HU and my Alpine DVD player via the CD/AUX button. You can also do it using an FM modulator where you have one dedicated channel on your stock HU, and tune that to the frequency of the modulator to switch between the aftermarket unit and the stock one. But if you want slightly better quality throughput and save all your radio channels then go the AUX adapter. Plus i think its a bit more of a professional looking job using the AUX button to switch betwen the 2 units rather than using a radio channel.

hrmmm.....im planing to install a poineer f310bt nav head unit into my car soon when my double din fascia arrives.
just want to make sure if i bought this aux adapter would it also work for what i am doin? i also want to use the aux button to switch between the oem head unit and the nav unit....thank guys

[biee2]

http://i952.photobucket.com/albums/ae7/biee2/SNC00099.jpg

well finally i got around to finishing my double din after market head unit....hope this picture will load up properly. this is what mine has turn out lik =p

[blk05gli]

looks great man. i just ordered a double din yum-cha model from ebay. How did you go with the wiring setup? Did you use the aux cable with the double din facia from honda or make up your own like most installs here?

cheers

[biee2]

looks great man. i just ordered a double din yum-cha model from ebay. How did you go with the wiring setup? Did you use the aux cable with the double din facia from honda or make up your own like most installs here?

cheers

heya thanks for the compliments

i didnt use the aux cable...couldnt wait to have it installed...lol so i went ahead with making my own cables up. stock head unit doesnt have speakers any more...can still play stuff just no sound =p coz the double din head unit i installed has usb, ipod and aux capabilities aswell so i dont need to use the oem head unit to listen to music

[blk05gli]

got any pics of your pre-install?

[biee2]

got any pics of your pre-install?

actualli i dont sorry.....totally 4got about taking photos at the time

[blk05gli]

ok cool, just wanted to know how to made your own cable. did you tap into existing loom or purchase 2 x male and 1 x female connectors and wire up in a Y pattern.

Harness from loom
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\___OEM radio
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\___New Double din unit.

cheers

[biee2]

ok cool, just wanted to know how to made your own cable. did you tap into existing loom or purchase 2 x male and 1 x female connectors and wire up in a Y pattern.

Harness from loom
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\___OEM radio
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\___New Double din unit.

cheers

the power and ilumination cables i tap into....the speakers i diconected it from the oem head unit and connected it to the aftermarket one

[hish]

hey
im having trouble with my double din pioneer dvd player in mine. i got a jvc
amp running of the head unit to alpine type r speakers but im getting this
engine noise. its only humming when the engine is on but works fine when
engine is off. i tried grounding it better (very thick grounding cable, sanded of the pain, added a second cable from the battery to the body even ran a secondary ground cable to the negative terminal) but i cant seem to get rid
of the humming noise. i can hear the indicators and even the breaks through the amp speakers. help need b4 i go mad

[biee2]

not quite sure whats happening there but when i installed my aftermarket head unit....i taped into the speaker wired hoping that i could run buth units (ofcourse one at a time) but even with one running and the other one off i got this static sound so i just choped my speaker wires and connected it to the aftermarket unit.

[hish]

i wired new speaker cables to my speakers and ran new RCA cables to the amp. i was told RCA cables can cause this but these were mid price range sony RCA which shouldnt cause this.
any ideas on what else i could try?

[blk05gli]

guys need some help here. wired up my OEM and new 7" dvd screen in parallel. As i tested, the OEM worked fine, but as soon as i turned on the 7", everything went dead. I disconnected the 7" and still nothing on the OEM. have lost radio and HVAC controls. Checked fuses and the radio 20A fuse is still intact. where do i check next?

cheers

[blk05gli]

just put up some pre-install pics over here:

http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83611&page=4

[blk05gli]

all sorted now, the fuse that trips first when there is a short is the dome interior light fuse. replaced that and its all good now.

cheers

[hish]

really, wouldnt have guessed that. i wonder how the dome lights are connected electrically to the unit.

[biee2]

all sorted now, the fuse that trips first when there is a short is the dome interior light fuse. replaced that and its all good now.

cheers

to be honest with you....im actualli realli scared of blowing fuses as i never have any spares and i hate looking for the right fuse. thats why i will always disconect the bateries when i work on these sorta stuff. =p the first time i installed an aftermarket head unit in my mums ford falcon i blew lik 4 different fuses and being a noob bak then i didnt kno, centerconsole, interior lights, power windows and a few more all went dead. took the car to jb-hifi and the guy takes a loook and he just laughed at me :o lol....oh well i have learnt my lesson :)

[blk05gli]

by making mistakes, its how we learn mate.

Also, the batt was disconnected, it all went wrong on power up :-)

all good now though.

[blk05gli]

really, wouldnt have guessed that. i wonder how the dome lights are connected electrically to the unit.

I accidentally wired up the wrong wire for batt +ve. It is the pink wire for future reference, not the yellow one (this is for the interior lights, hence the blown fuse). :thumbsup:

[hish]

hey guys im still having trouble with my head unit + amp
i cant seem to get rid of the engine noise, to make it worse i can even hear the blinkers through the amp. at first i thought it may be the amp being my mates old amp but i even tried it with another amp n still da same problem. if i connect it on 2 channel i only get left back speaker working but the engine noise seems to disappear. so now im really confuse :confused:

any more ideas before this turns me bald???

[blk05gli]

how is your amp grounded? By in my younger years, there used to be a product called the ground loop isolator which removed some noise. also, old school condensor caps sometimes also worked, though don't know how effective they are with modern car electrical systems :-)


also, there is nothing wrong with being bald :cool:

[crinchi]

Ive currently got a pair of focals 165vb component speakers (65mm depth and 6.5inch width) which are hitting the frame of the door and was wondering if neone ideas if i can fit them in with just a spacer and not hit inner door trim.

or would i have tin snip the door, or would i have to shave the inner door plastic inorder to fit them in..

if neones that has done this before, plz let me know cuz i know Eurosteves done it but not sure how exactli how he did it since his pics are down

[Lochstar_69]

best way i found to get rid of the engine noise was the line in converter i have a stinger converter which converts the high frequency inputs to RCA inputs for the amplifier. this eliminated all disturbances i had from the speakers. along with real good groundings.

[hish]

Ive currently got a pair of focals 165vb component speakers (65mm depth and 6.5inch width) which are hitting the frame of the door and was wondering if neone ideas if i can fit them in with just a spacer and not hit inner door trim.

or would i have tin snip the door, or would i have to shave the inner door plastic inorder to fit them in..

if neones that has done this before, plz let me know cuz i know Eurosteves done it but not sure how exactli how he did it since his pics are down

ebay has a wide selection of spacers that fit in perfectly, i got mines from ebay america. cost me less then $15 shipped here
jayb has MDF spacers that will also do the job

[crinchi]

ebay has a wide selection of spacers that fit in perfectly, i got mines from ebay america. cost me less then $15 shipped here
jayb has MDF spacers that will also do the job

thanks hish i know u can get spacers from ebay but just wanted to know before i by all teh spacers and stuff if the speakers gonna fit in between teh door trim and the door itself cuz atm.. i need something like a 25+mm spacer im scared its gonna stick out too much that the door trims not gonna fit back in.. if so mite have to grind the door

cuz in the states (http://www.driveaccord.net/forums/showthread.php?t=29887) this guy has the same speakers or pretti much the same and he claims he had to snip teh doors.. where as eurosteve i think didnt have to so im sorta trying hard not to snip the doors and leaving that as a last choice

[hish]

well i put in alpine type r speakers and they fitted in well. they were a deep set of speakers esp when placed next to stock. im sorry but i dont have the box to give u dimensions but im sure it could be found online. maybe just buy a pair of the mdf spacer from jb, there like $10 for the pair n try it b4 u order in proper spacers

[kerbz]

i just bought the double din fascia part (08B06-SDE-700) and have yet to have a chance to look at it properly and install it...

I was wondering if i could use the supplied BUS cable as a link from the AUX port on the original and wire it up to my new head unit so I dont have to play around with the original wiring harness?

[blk05gli]

already tried it following the pinouts. I could get power but no audio. The BUS has some circuitry that needs to activate it, you simply cannot connect speaker outputs to get it going, hence why everyone seems to use the AUX adaptors for audio through the AUX port.

cheers

[vex66]

Hi, I have bought Pioneer Double Din Touch screen (http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-AVH-P3150DVD-In-Dash-DVD-Player-p/avhp3150dvd.htm) and the Honda fitting kit. I have done a trial fit & everything looks great. The problem is that I am confused about wiring it up. I would rather bypass the factory headunit and thought that I could use this wiring harness (http://www.ryda.com.au/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=AP1720&CartID=1). I already have a Neo Prolink v2 Ipod kit that has aux inputs, but I was worried about the loss of sound quality & the added complexity. Can anyone give me some advice. My nearest installer gave me a blank look when I asked him about this.

Thanks

[tony1234]

Hi, I have bought Pioneer Double Din Touch screen (http://www.ryda.com.au/Pioneer-AVH-P3150DVD-In-Dash-DVD-Player-p/avhp3150dvd.htm) and the Honda fitting kit. I have done a trial fit & everything looks great. The problem is that I am confused about wiring it up. I would rather bypass the factory headunit and thought that I could use this wiring harness (http://www.ryda.com.au/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=AP1720&CartID=1). I already have a Neo Prolink v2 Ipod kit that has aux inputs, but I was worried about the loss of sound quality & the added complexity. Can anyone give me some advice. My nearest installer gave me a blank look when I asked him about this.

Thanks

Personally i'd go to a decent installer.Not worth saving a few bucks DIY

[vex66]

I probably will use a professional to wire it up but I want to know what I am getting in to first. I was hoping to the the right parts & wiring diagrams together first & have made a decision wether to piggyback of the factory unit, bypass it completely or wire them both up. I just don't fully understand the ramifications of each choice.

[vex66]

Can anyone help please??

[eurogo]

Hey mate, had the same prob with my 06 accord euro, I was going to get the single din fascia for the lower pocket, changed my mind and ended up getting the single din kit that replaces where your stacker is currently, looks factory, minus the player haha. i tried it myself but as Tony123 said, best bet is to go into a stereo shop and ask for a quote on it, it wouldn't be too expensive though. I'm up for 2k just for my stereo installation!, but for me when it comes to extremely expensive things that are easy to break/damage I'd rather pay a bit of money and get it done right the first time. Good luck anyway, but yeah hit some quotes up, pays to shop around. Cheers

[Speed_Rac3r]

This might be more of an ICE thing, but i owed so much from this thread..thought it'd be appropriate if i post pics here :D

Finally got everything set up..got the OEM double din fascia from Honda like EUroSteve said (2 installers were actually surprised when i told them it exists).. and got myself an end of year present:

- JVC double DIN KW-XR816
- Alpine Type R component speakers
- PDX-5 amps
- Type S 12" sub in a ported box

http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/555/10122010584.jpg

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/7702/12122010594.jpg

http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/6679/12122010593.jpg

Really liking the clean look to the JVC double DIN. And ya...it sounds brilliant :)

Next step I'm thinking of is Dynamats. Can anyone say if it REALLY does make a difference on Euros? We've got pretty good sound dampening already..but any info if you've got them on would be great

[Atjo]

Nice.. I thought the JVC you bought is the JVC DVD monitor like mine. Dynamat will make huge difference especially if you have good component speaker and it will reduce the rattling noise when you crank up the sub.

[Speed_Rac3r]

Thanks. Dont think i've seen your setup Atjo..if youve got a link to it thatd be good.
I was pretty close to getting DVD display, but the positioning down there and being near the stick shift.. I went for a normal reciever instead. Wouldnt really be able to enjoy a display. I've been a passenger in my car maybe only once a year :D

Yup, next step..maybe make a project of installing the dynamat myself

[Atjo]

Mine is on post #56 and link to my audio setup on my euro: http://www.ozhonda.com/forum/showthread.php?60449-Euro-Sound-system-installed-(UPDATED)

[JackLandsford]

Hi Eurogo

Could you post some pics of your fitout please?

Would love to see the full fascia

Many thanks

[eurogo]

hey jacklandsford, send me ur email in a PM n ill email u the pics :) cheers

[eurogo]

oh and speed racer, my 05 lux has sound deadening all through it, dash around tweeters, doors all through x 4 doors, rear parcel tray has 2 layers of dynamat (still rattles when absolutely pumping but bass cancels rattles out haha) and also my boot has dynamat in certain areas also. dynamat is def a worthy investment. i cant stress how much better your sterio and driving experience will be with it!. Even with the stereo off driving in silence is alot more quiet with the dynamat, less road noise etc. I can have my stereo on 28 out of 30 max, with all windows up, and people on the outside can only just hear the music through the doors, boot sounding like its about to jump off n run is another story haha. but yea dynamat= WIN!

[BLKWLF]

Hi guys. Looking at a 7' Soundtream Double din unit at the moment and was thinking if it would fit the honda oem double din fascia. Anyone know the dimensions of the fascia?

[Dicky]

Hey, there is a double DIN unit on ebay http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/330776992730?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_500wt_1288

[Lazarus]

oshiet gotta get me that

[ExpressCoffee]

So does Honda Aus have any double din fascia's still in stock anywhere for a CL9 or is it only though eBay etc?

[Lazarus]

Give them a call

[TurboA2j]

Hi guys, just thought to let you know, because I've been looking around still and this seems to be the main thread for double din installs. Aerpro have a new product for double din. which separates the CD player from the climate control unit.

http://www.aerpro.com.au/list.php?pcode=997803G&cat_name=New+Products&cat_no=&product_name=HONDA+ACCORD+2003-07++FACIA&cat_sno=

Although I believe you will have to swap the OEM compartment with the fold up lid because the lid won't open/close properly. I think Metra is a supplier for Aerpro

http://metraonline.com/part/99-7803G

I've sent an e-mail to Aerpro to confirm about the compartment and let you know the outcome.

[Softcox]

Hi guys, just thought to let you know, because I've been looking around still and this seems to be the main thread for double din installs. Aerpro have a new product for double din. which separates the CD player from the climate control unit.

http://www.aerpro.com.au/list.php?pcode=997803G&cat_name=New+Products&cat_no=&product_name=HONDA+ACCORD+2003-07++FACIA&cat_sno=

Although I believe you will have to swap the OEM compartment with the fold up lid because the lid won't open/close properly. I think Metra is a supplier for Aerpro

http://metraonline.com/part/99-7803G

I've sent an e-mail to Aerpro to confirm about the compartment and let you know the outcome.

I assume this is the same unit on Amazon here (http://www.amazon.com/Metra-99-7803G-Installation-Display-Vehicles/product-reviews/B00AHGFT94/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?ie=UTF8&showViewpoints=1). One of those three reviews doesn't sound promising :|

[peteyyyy]

Confirming that Honda still sells the Double DIN Fascia kits to replace the flip compartment in the dash (does not compromise any HVAC controls).
Just have to ring parts and quote the part number and see if its in stock! I got one ordered today ! :D

The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (non satnav dash) is 08B06-SDE-700
The Part number for Honda Accord Euro (satnav dash) is 08B06-SEA-700

[Lazarus]

Thanks for that mate! How much did you get yours for?

[peteyyyy]

$86! just waiting for it to come up from Melbourne then the fun begins!

[d-Z1R3]

awesome gonna order mine next week too so when i decide on my unit i have this ready to go! nice work peteyyy post up some finished photos keen to see what you are going to do with yours

[peteyyyy]

Will do! Just waiting back from Honda to tell me my parts are ready for pick up! which should be tomorrow, shouldn't take too long to mount and install the headunit. Keen for the install, burning CD's is getting old too quick for the stock CD stacker..

[d-Z1R3]

yea i know same problem here...burn cd then a new song comes out...have to start over, first world problems lol!

[camspeld]

Does anyone have a DIY guide of how to make a T-harness using the Metra 70-1720 and Metra 70-1721?
and then connecting it to the aftermarket harness?
It would be very much appreciated.

[fairplay]

Hey Petey did you your unit installed? I'm keen to see the outcome.

[camspeld]

When wiring both the Metra cables together, do i need to do a 3 way splice from the female to the male harness and aftermarket harness?

[blk05gli]

I am selling my setup that I installed in my euro as I have now sold the car.

Ebay link (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Eonon-7-DVD-player-with-mounting-kit-for-Honda-Accord-Euro-CL9-/190994464406?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2c78283e96)

I have relisted the item as the deal fell through.

relisted the item here:
Ebay (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/191047766227?ru=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com.au%2Fsch %2Fi.html%3F_sacat%3D0%26_from%3DR40%26_nkw%3D1910 47766227%26_rdc%3D1)


Cheers

[fa_sumo]

sorry to bring up an old thread and again sorry if this question has been answered but can you get the storage compartment from a nav model (the one with the flap for satnav) and remove the flap and convert it to a double din?

[Rickybop]

I have the same question with fa_sumo and I'm like crazy to find the answer, please

[Atjo]

Yes. That's what I did with my euro last time.