Connecting iPod/MP3 to Clarion XMD-1

[ag4ever]

One problem I see with those is the lack of a switch. The clarion uses a pin grounded out to indicate a CD changer signal request. If that pin is not grunded it won't work.

[EchoLodge]

xmd1

Someone will have to be the tester and give them a try!

[highvoltage]

A MOD to the MOD.....lol

I may have figured out a good way to use your existing cd changer AND this mod together and all WITHOUT the manual switch !!!

I figure if you get a switching 3.5mm stereo jack and a mini 12 volt relay, it might work. I am REAL busy nowadays but I have a XMA1 I got off e-bay for $20 bucks and I wanted to play my mp3 or xm radio through it when I came accross this site on GOOGLE. Anywho, I ordered all the parts and I will see if it works on mine and let you all know ASAP....remember, I am real busy but knowledge is nothing if you can't spread it around.

So, here is my theory: When you plug your 3.5mm plug into the switched jack, the AUX mode will be initiated by the 12 volt relay that will be wired to 1 of the contacts on the back of the jack. The other contact on the jack will remove the 12 volts from the cd changer, thus droping the pin 5 to 9 short. When my relay realizes that I have droped my cd changer, it will close contacts A and B which will be wired to pin 5 and 9 on the din connector. I am tapping the din plug, not cuting it so no need to do anything other than simply PLUG AND PLAY your favorite stereo media into the jack !!! I may need a diode here and there to prevent back -feed of a signal or voltage but I will test it all.

Am I talking too much jargon ? I have read the posts and know that most all of you are pretty smart when refering to electronics here so just let me know if I went over someones head.

I thought to myself a bit on why don't I just leave the cd changer powered up during the AUX plug in and just switch the audio outputs from the changer to the AUX jack.....I just thought it might be best to have it powered down while not in use to save wear and tear and heat on the changer itself. Also, I think some of the other wires in the 13 pin din cable may be used for track and remote signals so why have all that running through the wires when I don't need it ???

Like I said before, I have NOT tried this but I will and I will let you all know how it goes and provide PICS. If anyone forsees a problem with this theory, please speak up now....I just dreamed it up and have not thought of every possible mistake I may have involved.

Great site and very excellent topic !!!

I love boats and music but I only have a 84 Glasstream bass boat....junker that I am re-doing this winter.....anyway, I am rambling now.....

peace

oops....I forgot to include the swithing jack and relay info:

here:

jack - A PCB mounting stereo 35mm jack socket with two switched contacts which break when the plug is inserted. Socket can also be chassis mounted through 6mm diameter hole.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?...&U=strat15

relay - A fully enclosed relay capable of carrying 5A and having pins for direct PCB mounting or for use with socket available separately. The relay is available with double-pole or 4-pole changeover contacts, with 6Vdc, 12Vdc or 24Vdc coils.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?...&doy=18m11

[dees]

RE: A MOD to the MOD.....lol

K, I know this is an old, old thread , but was wondering if someone could make me one of these for my 03 SAN . Or if you have one in working condition you want to get rid of. I will pay you or make a contribution to the site. Thanks.

[NautiqueJeff]

RE: A MOD to the MOD.....lol

This is one of my favorite thread ever on this site. Glad to see it back at the top.

[dees]

RE: A MOD to the MOD.....lol

So Can I get some love from someone. Please!!!!

[axlissel]

RE: A MOD to the MOD.....lol

I also need one. Please!!!
thx

[axlissel]

RE: A MOD to the MOD.....lol

dees, any luck?
axl

[dees]

Yeah I guy over at wake world sent me one. Have yet to install it, more then likely it will be installed tomorrow. So I will let you know if it worked.

[DougPhillips]

I will be looking for one also. Anyone?

[2002SuperAir]

i would love one also

[DougPhillips]

I noticed my marina has a Clarion IPOD adapter kit including charging. Did not have time to check what models it is for.

[DougPhillips]

Here is the Clarion site for some radio sets. CeNET and C-BUS addapter radios heads.

What are these? What is the XMD1? Don't have a manual.

http://www.clarion.com/us/en/product...ies/index.html

[maxg1989]

I made one of these harness last week and i couldnt believe that it acually work like everyone said it would. I used a prewired 13 pind din cable and a fancy gold 3.5mm headphone jack a single pole single throw switch and some telephone wire followed the wire diagrams and every thing worked perfect

[DougPhillips]

Here is the poop from Clarion.

In 2003 the radios were switched to the CeNET protocol for software. The connectors are 16 pin rectangular. Clarion makes and adapter kit for these radios that allow total control and display for the Ipod.

Prior to that the radios inluding the XMD1 worked on a C-Bus protocol using the 13 pin round DIN connector. There is no commercial adapter. The best is what is discussed here.

What would be great for the time crunched people here is if we all pushed Jeff into getting a dozen or so of these made up and he could sell them on this site, for profit going to support the site.

What about it Jeff?