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Hyundai Sonata Audio Questions

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#1 of 419 2006 Sonata MP3 Text Scrolling ?? by johnm1

Mar 02, 2006 (11:45 am)

Mine doesn't work does yours ????

#2 of 419 Re: 2006 Sonata MP3 Text Scrolling ?? [johnm1] by ersatz07

Mar 10, 2006 (10:35 am)

Replying to: johnm1 (Mar 02, 2006 11:45 am)
Mine doesn't either. I don't think it's supposed to. The only way to get it to move is by turning the right knob. This will manually move the text to the left or the right...which is pretty much useless.

#3 of 419 Re: 2006 Sonata MP3 Text Scrolling ?? [johnm1] by jimstrenk

Apr 21, 2006 (8:20 pm)

Replying to: johnm1 (Mar 02, 2006 11:45 am)
Yes and no. Like the both of you, the display doesn't cycle through the entire "message" on its own.
 
While not an expert in this field, I don't think that scrolling is an automatic feature. If I'm not mistaken, scrolling doesn't take place in my girlfriend's 2005 Ford Focus either.
 
I would hope and expect that the 2007 Sonata will be equipped with more "substantial" radio controls. Having only Volume and Mode controls just doesn't cut the mustard.

#4 of 419 Portable MP3 player connection? by jaxs1

Jul 29, 2006 (12:52 pm)

Is there any solution either from Hyundai or aftermarket for installing an auxillary input jack in the 2006-2007 Sonatas?
When factory XM on 2007 Sonatas becomes available, will you be able to unplug the factory XM module and replace it with a line-in for a portable MP3 player?

#5 of 419 Aftermarket radio? by thecargod

Jul 30, 2006 (10:45 pm)

Hi Everyone,
 
i have a 2006 GLS V6 which has been running fine. I'm looking into perhaps getting an aftermarket radion since i'd like to hook up my Ipod and the Hyundai stereo doesn't have this option. The thing that concerns me is the contoured faceplate. Has anyone gotten an aftermarket radio installed? Has the sonata faceplate been an issue. thanks

#6 of 419 Re: Aftermarket radio? [thecargod] by johnwintx

Aug 07, 2006 (8:28 pm)

Replying to: thecargod (Jul 30, 2006 10:45 pm)
Head Unit: Virtual Reality Sound Labs Model # VRCD400-SDU from WalMart $79.87+tax ... AM/FM-Stereo, CD/MP3 Player, SD Card Slot, USB Port & Audio Input, MP3 & WMA Compatible with ID3 Tag Display, includes wireless remote control and audio cable.
 
Installation Kit, Faceplace/Mount, Single/Double DIN (includes pocket for single DIN installation), Metra 99-7320 from bicostereo.com $31.13 (total)
 
Removal of original equipment head unit involves first removing the metal/wood trim above the center a/c vents. Start at the steering wheel with a flat-blade screwdriver into the top edge and pry outward *carefully*. There are two screws in the glovebox which will need to be removed to fully remove the trim piece. There are four screws exposed at the bottom of the radio, emergency flasher switch, and passenger air bag light. *Carefully pry out the emergency flasher switch and passenger air bag light; there are two each plastic clips which hold these two switches in the dash and they can come out easily with the switches or remain in the holes. If they remain in the holes, *carefully* grasp these with needlenose; if you don't do it, 'just right' you risk losing these inside the dash.Once the two switches are removed, there are four more screws holding the radio into the dash. Remove these and remove the head unit from the dash. Pull the head unit out far enough to detach the antenna cable and 24-pin plug. You'll either need to solder or crimp the proper wires to connect the aftermarket unit to the vehicle harness. I have no pinout information as I've not completed the install yet (awaiting faceplace/mount and wiring harness).
 
Wiring Harness: Scosche HY05B from buy.com, plugs into vehicle harness $12.62 (total).

#7 of 419 Re: Aftermarket radio? [thecargod] by jaxs1

Aug 07, 2006 (8:53 pm)

Replying to: thecargod (Jul 30, 2006 10:45 pm)
You are probably better off getting a wired FM modulator that connects to the antenna port behind the radio. Not fully CD quality, but is good enough for playing MP3s through the stock head unit and speakers.
Looks better and is safer from theft than any aftermaket replacement head unit.
That's exactly how aftermarket CD changers were connected to the factory stereos in cars in the 90's, so it's good enough for a portable mp3 player.

#8 of 419 2007 Audio Steering Wheel Controls by osaka75

Aug 11, 2006 (3:29 pm)

When the 2007 models start using the new steering wheel controls that allow for CD track selection and radio preset changes, does anyone have an opinion on how hard it will be to switch out the 2006 control with the updated 2007 one? And maybe how much the part will cost? I know it's probably early to ask but maybe someone has heard some reliable information??? Thanks.

#9 of 419 2007 sonata limited w/ infinity sound package by dump_truck

Aug 17, 2006 (4:52 pm)

looking into buying the above model, but i want to make it ipod 'compatable'. is there any option besides replacing the head unit? are there any inputs either on the head unit or cd changer?
 
it blows my mind that somebody back at hyundai didn't think it would make sense to offer a simple aux in jack on the front of the stereo like just about every other car manufacturer in the uniteds states does. or atleast ad another option on for a link like the accord. i mean how many units of mp3 players have to be sold in this country and worldwide before they catch on?!?! sorry just ranting.

#10 of 419 Re: 2007 sonata limited w/ infinity sound package [dump_truck] by jaxs1

Aug 17, 2006 (5:22 pm)

Replying to: dump_truck (Aug 17, 2006 4:52 pm)
If you wait a few months for the new stereos with factory XM, it will probably be possible to unplug the XM unit from wherever it plugs into to head unit and replace it with at least an AUX input of not a full iPod connector.
Since the new Elantra will have aux inputs, it might be possible that the Sonata will also get aux inputs when the new stereos get here or at least by the 2008 models.

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