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Re: Honda Accord 2007 Audio Questions [adiosharry] by dairyshick
Jun 22, 2007 (10:50 am)
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Replying to: adiosharry (Jun 22, 2007 9:43 am)

The aux input is a honda-specific port on the back of your stereo. There are a few products that can convert that into a useable RCA input...I recently installed the USAspec adapter, which is available as an ipod adapter w/ an additional auxiliary input, or just an auxiliary input. So, pretty much you need to purchase an item like that, hook it up and then your sirius can go right into it. It just takes a little creativity (or even a drill!) to install it cleanly without wires all over. I ended up routing my wires for my adapter under the cupholder console and into the bottom of the center console through a hole i drilled into it...it's not as scary as it sounds!
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Re: USASpec on its way! [dairyshick] by stillwaters201
Jun 28, 2007 (10:28 am)
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Replying to: dairyshick (May 29, 2007 8:29 pm)

Where did you find it for $129?????? I am looking on ipodcarparts.com and the one for the 06 accords, which is PA11HON2y, is $150!!!
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Re: USASpec on its way! [stillwaters201] by blane
Jun 28, 2007 (12:57 pm)
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Replying to: stillwaters201 (Jun 28, 2007 10:28 am)

Have you looked at this one?
 
http://www.logjamelectronics.com/blitzhonauxdmxv2.html
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Re: USASpec on its way! [blane] by stillwaters201
Jun 28, 2007 (6:28 pm)
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Replying to: blane (Jun 28, 2007 12:57 pm)

I actually have! But to be compatible, rather do the same thing as the USA-SPEC with iPod, u have to buy an additional $60 connector, making it $5 more expensive than the one I found.
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Re: USASpec on its way! [stillwaters201] by osika
Jul 05, 2007 (4:38 pm)
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Replying to: stillwaters201 (Jun 28, 2007 6:28 pm)

Any chance you can provide installation instructions? I have seen a video on how to remove the storage compartment below the radio, so that I can get in behind it and plug in the usa spec box. But from there, I'm not sure how to mount the usa spec box securely. I've never done an installation before, but trust myself with the new car more than I do Best Buy, etc. Your thoughts would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance!
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Re: USASpec on its way! [osika] by dairyshick
Jul 07, 2007 (12:28 pm)
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Replying to: osika (Jul 05, 2007 4:38 pm)

The USASpec is $149.00 on Crutchfield, but then there's a $20 off code (3A706) that you put in, plus the free shipping...that's how I got it for that. I don't think the code is valid for much longer, but i just tried it today and it's still working.
 
As far as removing the store compartment, you need to also take off the trim around the shifter then remove the change holder & power outlet...I don't have pics unfortunately, but I actually should be installing a bluetooth phone adapter in the next few weeks, so I can take the pictures then if you wanted to wait. If not, Crutchfield sends the installation instructions with the USAspec, so it's really not too bad. You just have to be careful because, depending on your car's trim level, there may be slight variations.
 
...but you will need to remove the stereo to plug the USAspec into it, so it does take a bit of courage and patience. If you have the nav with the upper single line display just below your windshield, that also has to come off.
 
After I had the USAspec plugged into my stereo, I ran the wires under the changeholder, shifter trim, and I took out the cupholder and ran it under that too. I then drilled a hole into the bottom of my center console and ran the wire through that so my USAspec box is accessible by opening up my console. That way, no wires are showing, but I can still get to it to change inputs. The iPod wire just runs up through that access hole in the upper console section where my iPod sits out of view.
  
I'll take pics next time I tear my dash apart!
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Re: USASpec on its way! [dairyshick] by osika
Jul 07, 2007 (4:14 pm)
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Replying to: dairyshick (Jul 07, 2007 12:28 pm)

Well, I've placed an order for the adapter. Thanks a ton for the coupon code, that was awesome. I'll probably install it shortly after it arrives, but if you do open your dash up in the next week or so, I'd love to see pics. Otherwise, no big deal. Thanks!
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Installation by bvdj84
Jul 07, 2007 (5:49 pm)
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I would really like to do this, but I am way to scared to hack in to my new car for this. I might take it to the place I have my speakers professionally installed, they do custom work all the time. Plus I have to be careful, I do not own my accord, I lease it, but I think if they install really good, then it would add to the car. How much you think I am looking at to install it proffesionally?
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install by stickguy
Jul 07, 2007 (6:37 pm)
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is really very simple for a pro. They can do it before you can finish a cup of coffee!
 
Depending on their rates, maybe $40? Can't be much more, highly doubt it is more than an hours labor.
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Re: USASpec on its way! [osika] by hvacnh
Jul 16, 2007 (8:00 am)
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Replying to: osika (Jul 07, 2007 4:14 pm)

I'm thinking of installing the adapter, how did you make out with your installation? Did you have to remove the radio/Navi? Also where did you enter the coupon code?

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