dash controls for HU
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dash controls for HU
i read the FAQ in reference to installing a new HU and then being able to use the audio s2k dash controls.
I'm a little confused, i understand that the HU needs to do infared capability - but where is this part that i need to make it work with the s2k audio controls?
Is there a write up for how to do this somewhere?
I'm a little confused, i understand that the HU needs to do infared capability - but where is this part that i need to make it work with the s2k audio controls?
Is there a write up for how to do this somewhere?
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You're looking for the DCI. That's what enables use of the dash controls with an aftermarket HU. From the FAQ:
Visit www.modify.com and read up on the DCI. The site contains HU compatibility information as well as instructions. IR is required for certain units. I recommend going with wired. If you go with an Alpine HU Modifry sells a PnP harness that makes installing the HU & DCI a snap.
Can I still use my dash controls with an aftermarket head unit?
Maybe. Without some sort of interface? no.
However, you can reposess the controls and add features to the controls by either adding the DCI from modifry or having DJQube (an s2ki.com user) modify it. Links to both of these can be found below in the section on shopping online. These are the most commonly used and recommended solutions.
The PAC SWI-X is also an inexpensive option. It can be bought from Crutchfield or locally with a little bit of looking. The major flaw with the PAC SWI-X is that it must be programmed for your car and HU. The nature of this programming creates a slight, but noticable delay when using the dash controls.
In order to use ANY of these options above, the Head Unit you purchase MUST have an InfraRed remote. Some Sony models are an exception to this rule, as they can use a hardwired option.
Some HU's in Alpine's new 2005 line also have a hardwire line input for remote dash controls. As of this writing (7/2005) the interface for the S2000 is mainly available in Europe, but has been sighted as in the US. Some users have imported the interface to the US from Europe with good success.
PAC also offers a programmable option for the dash controls that hardwires into the 2005 Alpine head units. It is called the SWI-ALP and is currently (as of 6/2005) available in the US. It requires an Alpine HU w/ the hardwire input, so double check before you buy.
Unlike modifry and DJQube's DCI's, the PAC and Alpine options do not add features, but instead mimic the S2000's OEM controls.
Maybe. Without some sort of interface? no.
However, you can reposess the controls and add features to the controls by either adding the DCI from modifry or having DJQube (an s2ki.com user) modify it. Links to both of these can be found below in the section on shopping online. These are the most commonly used and recommended solutions.
The PAC SWI-X is also an inexpensive option. It can be bought from Crutchfield or locally with a little bit of looking. The major flaw with the PAC SWI-X is that it must be programmed for your car and HU. The nature of this programming creates a slight, but noticable delay when using the dash controls.
In order to use ANY of these options above, the Head Unit you purchase MUST have an InfraRed remote. Some Sony models are an exception to this rule, as they can use a hardwired option.
Some HU's in Alpine's new 2005 line also have a hardwire line input for remote dash controls. As of this writing (7/2005) the interface for the S2000 is mainly available in Europe, but has been sighted as in the US. Some users have imported the interface to the US from Europe with good success.
PAC also offers a programmable option for the dash controls that hardwires into the 2005 Alpine head units. It is called the SWI-ALP and is currently (as of 6/2005) available in the US. It requires an Alpine HU w/ the hardwire input, so double check before you buy.
Unlike modifry and DJQube's DCI's, the PAC and Alpine options do not add features, but instead mimic the S2000's OEM controls.
Visit www.modify.com and read up on the DCI. The site contains HU compatibility information as well as instructions. IR is required for certain units. I recommend going with wired. If you go with an Alpine HU Modifry sells a PnP harness that makes installing the HU & DCI a snap.
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thanks man, i read it and i think im understanding it better now.
im purchasing an alpine ida-x305
so correct me if im wrong , but would i buy the wired dci and the plug-n-play harness?
do i need to purchase it with or without the scv kit?
whats the purpose of the scv kit?
im only going to have front/rear speakers and a head unit.
one day in a year or so maybe ill buy an amp.
im purchasing an alpine ida-x305
so correct me if im wrong , but would i buy the wired dci and the plug-n-play harness?
do i need to purchase it with or without the scv kit?
whats the purpose of the scv kit?
im only going to have front/rear speakers and a head unit.
one day in a year or so maybe ill buy an amp.
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