New Member, Knows very little about cars

[kingdomseed]

Hey everyone. I am new here and as the title states I don't know much about cars. I have been wanting to take out the old CD/Radio player in my 2005 Scion tC and replace it with something that can take an iPod input. I have found a something that is rather inexpensive, a Sony Xplod CDXGT55UIW Car CDmp3 Receiver w/ USB iPod/iphone controls. Anyhow, I have no idea how to begin going about figuring out if this would work with my car. I know the Pioneer is double high compared to this Sony and so that is a problem right away. Anyhow, if anyone could point me in the direction of some DIY tutorials or offer their own expertise I would greatly apperciate it. I could't find anything on Youtube or by googling but maybe I am not searching for the right terms. Thanks again!

- Jason

[CadenceScion]

Welcome to Club-tC.com Jason. If your looking to upgrade your stock Pioneer head unit, I would look into JVC. You have two options, a single din or a double din. I personally like the looks of a double din touch screen. It really boils down to what your willing to spend and what features you're looking for. Most head units are IPOD compatible, although I would get a head unit that has the highest wattage output to aid in increasing the interior sound output.


This is the head unit I have in my 2006 Scion tC:



In-dash DVD, DivX, CD, MP3 Multimedia Receiver with USB, SD Card Slot, and Remote
Proximity sensor: a feature that allows menus to be dimmed or hide when your hand is not near the unit
iPod USB direct connectivity via your standard iPod-to-USB connection cable allows you to charge, control, and playback your iPod through the receiver and stereo system
Motorized, detachable face
7" Wide touchscreen display
Four background wallpapers
Wireless remote control included
Switchable blue and red button lighting
CEA-2006 compliant amplifier
Power Output:
Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels
RMS: 20 watts x 4 channels
MP3 ID3 Tag Display (Title/Artist/Album)
Authorized Internet Dealer
1-year Manufacturer's Warranty

Playback and Audio Features:

Playback of DVD, DivX, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, JPEG, MPEG 1, MPEG 2, AAC, MP3, and WMA
HS-IVi tuner with 18FM/6AM presets
192kHz / 24-Bit D/A audio converter
108MHz / 12-Bit D/A video converter
7-Band parametric equalizer with 8 EQ presets
Dolby Digital sound capable

Expandability Options:

2 Sets of 5V preamp outputs (front and rear) and 1 5V Preamp mono-subwoofer output
Gold plated preamp and video outputs
Gold plated inputs
SIRIUS or XM Satellite Radio Ready: A subscription is required for service as well as either the JVC SIRIUS Satellite Radio Package or JVC XM Radio Package
HD Radio Ready: JVC KT-HD300 HD Radio add-on module is required and sold separately
Bluetooth Ready: JVC KS-BTA200 module is required and sold separately
iPod/iPhone Ready: USB-to-iPod cable will work with most iPods. The following adapters may be required for select iPods or if you want video playback:
Audio/Video Playback: JVC KS-U30
Audio Playback for Select iPods: JVC KS-PD100 (View the JVC compatibility list for details)
Steering Wheel Control Ready: PAC SWI-JACKv1 required and sold separately
CD Changer controls (compatible with the JVC CH-X1500 CD/MP3 changer)
Front-panel auxiliary input: SD Card
Rear auxiliary input: USB and RCA Audio/Video Inputs
Steering wheel remote ready
CD Changer controls
Rear view camera input

[mydreamcupcake]

Welcome to Club-tC.com Jason. If your looking to upgrade your stock Pioneer head unit, I would look into JVC. You have two options, a single din or a double din. I personally like the looks of a double din touch screen. It really boils down to what your willing to spend and what features you're looking for. Most head units are IPOD compatible, although I would get a head unit that has the highest wattage output to aid in increasing the interior sound output.

Good posting. I was looking for these information.

[CadenceScion]

Your more than welcome!

[518sciontc]

That radio looks sick how much did that cost?

[CadenceScion]

$700 installed