Spirit R Stereo... what's this space for?
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Spirit R Stereo... what's this space for?
See attached pic. I just bought this stereo (I prefer the look of stock stereos; much cleaner). On the bottom side of the face is a rectangular peice (says "Multi-function audio system"), which is removable. Behind that peice is a large cavity with some sort of connection port into the stereo Does anyone know what is supposed to go here? Maybe a tape player? Not that I want to install a tape player... just curious what it's for... if it's for an add-on tape deck... would it be possible to use that connection inside the cavity as an Aux In? Obviously there would need to be some serious wiring done... but is it possible?
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On Ramy's site: http://www.fdnewbie.com/product3pic.php?n=40 it says:
However, I have no experience with that deck so if it you can even get the modules for it I don't know.
With Mazda's new concept in audio systems, a variety of module type audio kits are available, making it simple to add additional functions, such as a CD or MD player, or replace an existing function with a new one. The system is exclusive to Mazda and is designed to be expandable, so it will be ready for the next generation in media when it arrives.
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I don't think it's 'true' JDM... it's just me assuming... but it is in english... I figured if it were meant for the Japanese market... it'd be in Japanese... again... just me assuming...
& If it is 'true' JDM & won't work well here... oh well... it was worth a shot...
& If it is 'true' JDM & won't work well here... oh well... it was worth a shot...
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Well the FDNewbie site says its a "Spirit R" (not that I care)... but it's also stock in the 2002 Protege. But so long as the colors match (which they are supposed to) I'm happy (& I didn't pay much for it anyways).
It might be for a CD change control as well... either way... if anyone has any info on where I could find a "module"...
It might be for a CD change control as well... either way... if anyone has any info on where I could find a "module"...
Last edited by TMadlem84; 01-08-07 at 09:42 PM.
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OEM-C...QQcmdZViewItem
So the stereo was used in several Mazdas (which, once again, I don't care about). Could I use something like the link above? The expansion bay appears to be a CD changer control. So somehow go from stereo, to the cable (in the link), & somehow find out which wires are the audio input & wire those to a 1/8" input jack?
What do you think?
So the stereo was used in several Mazdas (which, once again, I don't care about). Could I use something like the link above? The expansion bay appears to be a CD changer control. So somehow go from stereo, to the cable (in the link), & somehow find out which wires are the audio input & wire those to a 1/8" input jack?
What do you think?
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Hit up the RX-8 forum - they have a very similar stereo, and a bunch of mods to the stock stereo have been well documented.
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Thanks for the lead. & It looks like the only module they made for this stereo (the cavity in my stereo) is a tape deck... but I should be able to use this as an Aux In with some creativity...
Thanks for the lead. & It looks like the only module they made for this stereo (the cavity in my stereo) is a tape deck... but I should be able to use this as an Aux In with some creativity...
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Yeah, I found a tape deck... but havn't found any minidisc 'module' for it (I also assumed it had a MD player as one of the button is labeled for MD
Does anyone have a link to a RX8Club thread where they discuss using the tape/MD deck port as an Aux Input? I've found a thread where it is references... but no how to's yet...
Oops... nevermind... found it!
http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.ph...highlight=tape
Does anyone have a link to a RX8Club thread where they discuss using the tape/MD deck port as an Aux Input? I've found a thread where it is references... but no how to's yet...
Oops... nevermind... found it!
http://www.rx8club.com/showthread.ph...highlight=tape
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http://www.sylfex.com/products/AuxMod/
Someone from the RX8 forum actually made a 'plug & play' chip. It looks pretty good. With the DIY (using the tape deck) you have to have a blank tape playing in the deck to use the aux in function. With the chip, you actually don't even need to buy a tape deck.
He sells the chips at his website for $60... & is supposedly releasing an ''advanced" model (see website) but the release date is TBA.
But I'm definitley considering buying the chip... it's cheaper than the tape deck itself... which would be needed to follow that DIY.
Someone from the RX8 forum actually made a 'plug & play' chip. It looks pretty good. With the DIY (using the tape deck) you have to have a blank tape playing in the deck to use the aux in function. With the chip, you actually don't even need to buy a tape deck.
He sells the chips at his website for $60... & is supposedly releasing an ''advanced" model (see website) but the release date is TBA.
But I'm definitley considering buying the chip... it's cheaper than the tape deck itself... which would be needed to follow that DIY.
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No BOSE. & I havn't ordered one yet... I'm waiting to hear if the "advanced" version (which would have many extra features) will be released in my lifetime...
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Protege5:
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=90581
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=90299
I found this while looking for pics. Looks like the MD player anf tape deck may be interchangable between modles.
http://mazda.autowebaccessories.com/...cat295_381.php
http://mazda.autowebaccessories.com/...cat295_381.php
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=90581
http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=90299
I found this while looking for pics. Looks like the MD player anf tape deck may be interchangable between modles.
http://mazda.autowebaccessories.com/...cat295_381.php
http://mazda.autowebaccessories.com/...cat295_381.php
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I think the PARTS are supposed to be all interchangable (ie. pull a signle disc out of your stock stereo & plug in a 6 disc changer from a protege).
That's at least what Mazda was attempting to do...
& what is the difference between the Spirit R stereo & the Protege... they look identical...
That's at least what Mazda was attempting to do...
& what is the difference between the Spirit R stereo & the Protege... they look identical...
Last edited by TMadlem84; 01-10-07 at 09:46 AM.
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How about a link? I'm not trying to say you're full of it... but I've looked at the Spirit R stereo... & Protege stereos... they look identical....
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How about a link?
I'm not trying to say you're full of it...
but I've looked at the Spirit R stereo... & Protege stereos... they look identical....
Protege: http://www.msprotege.com/forum/attac...chmentid=90299
Spirit R (one version): https://www.rx7club.com/attachment.p...hmentid=148230
Spirit R (another version): http://fdnewbieimports.com/product/prod40pic1.jpg
There are a few differences. How significant the differences are isn't my point; my point is that they are indeed different. Take a closer look.
Oh and if you are still using the Bose speakers and amps in your RX-7, the Protege head unit could potentially burn because of the bose amps putting too much strain on it.
~Ramy
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