Jap Double DIN radios (or Jap radios in general)
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Jap Double DIN radios (or Jap radios in general)
Ok, I love double DIN units... but there is a very small market for them in the US, so theres very few of them and they're pricey (usually not very high-end either).
I noticed there is always double DIN radios on ebay from Japan. Now most of them that I have seen have english displays and controls, good starting point - as i couldnt read japaneese to save my life. However, I have heard of issues with the radio reception in the us, can anyone confirm this or elaborate on this issue?
Any input is greatly appretiated!
I noticed there is always double DIN radios on ebay from Japan. Now most of them that I have seen have english displays and controls, good starting point - as i couldnt read japaneese to save my life. However, I have heard of issues with the radio reception in the us, can anyone confirm this or elaborate on this issue?
Any input is greatly appretiated!
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The radio frequencies are different and will need a converter. Even with a converter you will not get all of the freq in the us cause its a larger range then in japan.
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97teg is exactly right. Even though I don't listen to FM, I was going to attempt the same thing as you because I like the double dins too but got a Kenwood DDX7015 instead.
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yea, i'd do the same if I had that kinda money... that is one sweet deck, looks like it could almost be a OEM Nav screen.
The few radio stations I do listen to are kind of in the middle of the frequencies, 92.3, 97.1, 100.3, 102.3. Any idea what the frequency range is on a jap deck?
The few radio stations I do listen to are kind of in the middle of the frequencies, 92.3, 97.1, 100.3, 102.3. Any idea what the frequency range is on a jap deck?
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97teg, that site is an awesome find! SumAccordguy, if you get a double din put in make sure to post a pic.
Here's what the DDX looks like in 4th gen Lude . I wanna get the navi for it put can't justify the cost.....yet.
Here's what the DDX looks like in 4th gen Lude . I wanna get the navi for it put can't justify the cost.....yet.
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I ended up getting an alpine 9815. Eventhough I dont listen to much radio, I wouldnt be able to deal with the frequencies being different and all.