posted 07-28-2003 12:13 PM                  

And, if so, what 'mode' would you set the radio on to receive the new sound source?

Thanks!

posted 07-28-2003 12:54 PM                  

I would suggest to just hook up an FM modulator. It has RCA jacks to add an auxilliary source. IIt runs in line with the stereo's antenna jack and outputs the sound to a prescribed FM frequency. So you would just have to tune into that freqency to listen to your auxiliiary source. I use them and keep one of my presets programmed to that frequency so it is ready to go.

posted 07-28-2003 01:18 PM                  

You could get one of these. It would allow you to convert the CD connection into RCA connections. Then you could get a switch to switch between what comes in off that line. Of course that would be outside the head unit control.

Andy,

I hate to disagree with friends, but I found the FM modulation that came with my Neo Jukebox to be horrible. Perhaps it was the unit that came with it, as in cheap. Or perhaps (and more likely) the sound coming from the Neo is so clear, that with it, the FM modulation sounded bad. I had one of these (as in the one i put a link in for) devices when I hooked it up and tried both it and the FM modulation. The difference was incredible. But I also think the clarity of the sound coming from the Neo is awesome. Not saying the Neo is the best thing since sliced bread, but as far as clarity of sound is concerned, I really haven’t heard anything that comes close! Seriously, I haven’t done anything else to the sound system because IMO it sounds that good. So for me, I just think the FM modulation isn’t a good solution.

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posted 07-30-2003 08:40 PM                  

Has anyone found other ways to connect additional sound sources to the stock Prowler radio system?

How do folks connect up those new satellite radio sytems to the Prowler?

posted 07-30-2003 08:47 PM                  

That's the unit I used. As I recall the dates look wrong, but the head unit for the Kat is "older".

posted 07-31-2003 01:20 AM                  

Logjam emailed back to say that they have two parts which would work together to let another sound source to be added (in addition to the CD changer)...

posted 07-31-2003 08:18 AM                  

That sounds interesting as well. Be sure and post more info as you get it.

posted 08-01-2003 07:45 AM                  

1. Cassette adapter... an auxiliary source is connected to the adapter which is inserted into the cassette slot. As with everything there are good and bad ones... some work better than others. This is really an easy way for an occasional connection and the good ones really do work.

2. Unplug the CD changer and insert the auxiliary audio source here via special DIN cable.

3. Use a Custom switch connected directly to the CD changer input allowing either the CD changer or an auxiliary audio source to be switched for use. This allows either source to be activated independently. Additionally this is a "direct" audio connection, offering reproduction of the entire audio source(s) bandwidth.

4. FM Modulator... this is the most widely accepted and here again there are good ones and bad ones... more bad than good! With regards to this connection, there are 2 different ways... wired and wireless. Our favorite and best performing for our Rear Seat Entertainment Systems is the "wireless", however the SKYFi XM Satellite radio's FM modulator is the best "wired" one we have ever used... extremely low noise and full range sound reproduction.

As with everything there are lots of variables here to consider... the audio source and your expectations are primary!!!

I will be pleased to discuss any of these with you if you need additional information, so just give me a call @ 800 669 3540.