Installing Auxiliary Audio Device into the Monsoon Sound System
If
you have a Monsoon Head Unit with an external CD changer connection port you
may be able to install a device such as the GM9-AUX RCA converter. With The GM9-AUX you can patch such things
as a portable MP3 player or satellite radio system into the stock stereo of
your GM vehicle. There are differences
in the Monsoon system depending on model year and type of Monsoon head
unit. Not all Monsoon decks support the
CD changer port as required for the GM9-aux converter. At the time of this writing a second device
is also available that integrates with the Ipod and broadcasts on an unused FM
frequency allowing you to ‘tune in’ the Ipod.
The
GM9-AUX auxiliary plug converter can be found here.
http://store.yahoo.com/csexpo/gmpieauinco.html
Just plug
an RCA to 1/8” stereo headphone jack adapter into the GM9-AUX converter and run
it through/under/around the dash in a convenient location and plug the
headphone end into whatever MP3 player you have. Voila!
The following are clippings from firebirdv6 message board (stereo/electronics) as well as a formal install guide I found on the web.
If you
look real close at the picture, you can barely see the RCA's sticking out of
the black box
The
Modification Encyclopedia says:
"Can I add a CD changer
to my factory radio?
Yes, if you have a 98 or 99 than you must have the tape deck. You cannot add a
CD changer to a CD Head unit in the 98-99 models. If you have a 2000-up then it
doesn’t matter. You can add a changer to either the tape deck or CD player head
unit."
For
the heck of it though, pull the factory head unit out and see if the jack is
even there. Here's a picture of what the jack will look like:
NOTE: You may also
be able to see the back of the radio by taking off the passenger side kneeboard
and/or glove box shell in order to peek up near the radio with a flashlight.
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The GM9-AUX
will convert the 9-pin data port of any GM radio with CD changer controls to
an auxiliary input. NOTE: For proper operation of the GM9-AUX, the factory CD
changer, if present, will need to be disconnected from the factory harness. |
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CAUTION: Before any connections are made,
P.I.E. strongly recommends that all circuits be verified with a voltmeter
before interfacing with them. P.I.E. also recommends that this Protocol
Converter be installed by a Certified Car Audio Installation Technician.
Always set the parking brake before working on any vehicle. |
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DO NOT
force connectors together as pin damage may occur. This installation will be
flawless if you take your time making the connections described below. Following
the installation sequence below is critical to ensure proper recognition of
the CD changer by the factory radio. |
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INSTALLATION: |
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1.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal. |
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VERIFY OPERATION: |
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1. With
radio on, activate auxiliary device. |
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