New AV install in my Jag

[GreatOldOne]

No work on Vikky today, as I was installing a new stereo (Kenwood DDX-8024BT) & speakers (Pioneer 6x8 co-axials) in Kitty the Jag.


I replaced the Jag OEM mic, and tucked it away in the headliner so I wouldn't have to chase it all to it's other end. The new one is clipped to the headliner in the same position as the Jag one.


The Fascia adaptor is a very good fit, and hold the Stereo very securely - no cage, it gets bolted into the adaptor, and then the adaptor is bolted into the metal frame that holds all of the console components.


The stereo has two USB inputs - one for the iPod, and another for USB devices. This non-ipod one I've connected to an extension cable that I've routed into the ashtray cubby.


The dock cable has been run all the way back to the centre console storage bin, so I can put my iPhone / iPod out of sight.


The stereo has full control of the iPod / attached devices via the touchscreen. It charges the iPod, and with the new Kenwood cable I don't get the 'not made for iPod' message on the iPhone anymore.




It's also great at playing video back as well from the iPod. DVDs as well, and movie files on SD cards and USB sticks. Music on that medium as well.

Really chuffed with the way it's turned out. More importantly, so is the wife! Lets hope she stays that way when she realises how much it cost.