FS: 05 OEM AM/FM/MP3 6 disc Radio with iPod adapter

[Richard McAlister]

This setup is from my 05 Sport Trac. The radio is the six disc changer radio with mp3 and sat capabilities. It includes a P.I.E. FRDN-POD/S iPod adapter which plugs into the auxiliary/satellite connector on the back of the radio. Everything you need is included except iPod itself. I have been using a 3rd generation iPod nano.



All work well, all lights and buttons on the radio work. It plays factory pressed CDs as well as mp3 or regular track CD-Rs. It should fit 01-03 and 04-05 without Pioneer Premium sound, but be sure to check you plug type (see example pic below). It does not support a factory sub.



The iPod adapter works as advertised, I cannot tell the difference between music from it or the radio itself, and it does support playlists, artist, albums etc. You can control the iPod either from the radio or the iPod (you can choose which). I personally find controlling it by the iPod much less cumbersome than controlling it by the radio. I have the user's manual in pdf format.



I mounted the control box for the adapter inside the console (high series), and tapped into the 12V outlet for the power. It all fits neatly out of sight. I keep the iPod in the glove compartment, again out of sight. I can send pictures of the install to the buyer when I remove it to send.

I am currently using the unit until my new nav unit arrives.



I am asking $165 shipped.



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[EddieS'04]

Richard the 6 disc changer will need a shipping bracket. Keeps the changer mechanism from damage.



Coastie Joe, use to loan one for a deposit and shipping.

 

[Richard McAlister]

Eddie,

Looking for clarification.

Unless I'm mistaken, this is the new one piece unit (I bought it brand new about a year ago), and there are no holes on top for the shipping bracket to go. I remember you needed the shipping bracket on the older two piece design which had the disc changer bolted onto the radio part of the unit. I've put pics below of an old vs new unit.



Please advise with your thoughts,

thanks

rmcalis



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[EddieS'04]

Maybe Im mistaken. I didnt know of 2 piece and 1 piece. I have the same unit in my '04. Never pulled it. I have just heard on this site, many times. To use a bracket for these units. Supposeably keeps the inner carrige from damage.



Maybe some can clarify this. I remember a few folks loaning the bracket.