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So .... I’m my stupidity I somehow managed to Pull of a connection on the rear of the head unit when putting it back into the dash(wire was snagged )
anyone got any idea how to get the pin out of the housing so I can fix it!
been trying for a while without any success.
Danny
anyone got any idea how to get the pin out of the housing so I can fix it!
been trying for a while without any success.
Danny
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That's one of the antenna connections, they're usually a signal wire surrounded by an earthing braid, which one is it? There are two, I've attached a connector drawing.
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Ive managed to get the pin out and the connection on the wire is a kind of fork shape.
Will attach pics
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That's the radio antenna connection, try an internet search for that type of connector. I'm intrigued, just how did you manage to damage that??.
Because I'm not really into the audio business... What can I do best?
I'm thinking of installing the Pioneer GM D1004 AMP to boost the speakers a bit. When I'm busy I can easily replace all 4 stock speakers with something more quality.
What is better to use? Front and rear a compo set? Or front compo and rear coax? I heard tweeters should be high up like in the dash where they are stock and not low to the floor, so using a coax set in the rear wouldn't be the best option? Any suggestions?
I'm thinking of installing the Pioneer GM D1004 AMP to boost the speakers a bit. When I'm busy I can easily replace all 4 stock speakers with something more quality.
What is better to use? Front and rear a compo set? Or front compo and rear coax? I heard tweeters should be high up like in the dash where they are stock and not low to the floor, so using a coax set in the rear wouldn't be the best option? Any suggestions?
Shameless grab from an older post of mine.Because I'm not really into the audio business... What can I do best?
I'm thinking of installing the Pioneer GM D1004 AMP to boost the speakers a bit. When I'm busy I can easily replace all 4 stock speakers with something more quality.
What is better to use? Front and rear a compo set? Or front compo and rear coax? I heard tweeters should be high up like in the dash where they are stock and not low to the floor, so using a coax set in the rear wouldn't be the best option? Any suggestions?
Sound upgrade:
1. Good and cheap: Sound deadening/bracing the doors and aggregate carrier(<-correct term for the "inside" of the door?) with alubutyl.
Mount the driver onto a multiplex ring, which is then mounted onto the old position in the door.
With the bracing you gain quality and have prepared for all further upgrades.
2. Clean level increase with a DSP/amplifier.
3. Change the speakers and add a subwoofer if necessary.
Now sound is extremely subjective.
I found the factory drivers in the i30N FB to be worlds better than in our i30 CW wagon, but in the end it still sucks.
99,99% of all music is recorded in stereo.
If you use your car mainly by yourself (no passengers) everything going to the rear is absolutely wasted and it will actively worsen sound quality.
Tweeters, if misaligned, will lose a ton of sound quality. Its good to have them aligned directly on your ears.
Thats because highs are played very directional. They get reflected by surfaces, and Hyundai opted for the position in the dash. Looks neat, is not the best for sound quality. If you change the speakers you can think of having them the tweeters on the A-Pillar.
Now it is still a car. You have SO many surfaces that reflect, vibrate and will in general make "good" sound rather challenging. Also you have the Hyundai HU wich is challenging to adapt your DSP to.
I'd start point by point.
Stop when satisfied.
^This.
It all comes down to personal preference and how much money you are willing to spend.
Also, I recommend going to a hifi shop or to someone who can actually configure the system to your liking as this is key.
To allow more adjustability as well as easier future upgrades, I would start off with a Mosconi DSP.
Why Mosconi? Well, they did lots of development work for their PICO DSP Lineup in the i30N. When you purchase such a DSP, it will come with a base map which cleans up the f*cked up signal from the head unit. This means it's easier to setup your car for good sound and its also easier to add/change speakers/subwoofers since the dsp offers all connections.
Since MOSCONI also offers a cable loom for the i30N you don't even need to cut any cables. IMHO best starting point when combined with proper sound dampening.
After you did all that, listen to the system for a while (like a few weeks) and notice if you are lacking something soundwise. Then you are upgrading the sound to your liking and not to something someone said is good.
It all comes down to personal preference and how much money you are willing to spend.
Also, I recommend going to a hifi shop or to someone who can actually configure the system to your liking as this is key.
To allow more adjustability as well as easier future upgrades, I would start off with a Mosconi DSP.
Why Mosconi? Well, they did lots of development work for their PICO DSP Lineup in the i30N. When you purchase such a DSP, it will come with a base map which cleans up the f*cked up signal from the head unit. This means it's easier to setup your car for good sound and its also easier to add/change speakers/subwoofers since the dsp offers all connections.
Since MOSCONI also offers a cable loom for the i30N you don't even need to cut any cables. IMHO best starting point when combined with proper sound dampening.
After you did all that, listen to the system for a while (like a few weeks) and notice if you are lacking something soundwise. Then you are upgrading the sound to your liking and not to something someone said is good.
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Thank you both for the info!
Do you have a link to this Mosconi DSP by any chance?
Mosconi Gladen Pico 6|8 | 6-Kanal DSP-Verstärker | Carhifi Bünde
Mosconi Gladen Pico 6|8 DSP 6-Kanal DSP-Verstärker: Kleinste 6-Kanal Endstufe mit über 450W Leistung und 8 Kanal DSP integriert
www.carhifi-store-buende.de
it's a german site (I didn't buy it there), but hopefully this gives you an idea what you have to look for.
Important: When you order it, ask the store for the correct wiring loom for the i30N and if the DSP comes with the correct software for the i30N!
This is the one I have installed, but there are other options of the PICO DSP family, such as a 4 or 8|12 (see here: https://www.mosconi.org/gladen_pico_6_8_OEM-DSP.html)
Pioneer sound upgrade deluxe w/subwoofer is due to arrive on the 17th. I know there are some things to watch for in the install...
Cheers.
- Remove blue and white wires from processor to eliminate "pop" when starting up.
- For easy access place sound processor in glovebox, can also be (jammed) behind infotainment cluster <- I'll be placing it in the glove box.
- "Carefully" remove tweeter grilles. <- I just went ahead and ordered replacement ones just in case I damage the old ones during removal. Read this happens pretty easily.
Cheers.
AFAIK the new tweeters are just glued to the speaker grille from the underside. Get some strong glue I guess
. Personally, I generally dislike the way the sound upgrade is installed. Especially since it is an "official" accessory.
You can purchase a terminal pin removal/install kit from eBay. and the replacement pins.
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There's only one wire to cut, if I remember correctly it's a blue/white wire at the amp end of the cable harness.
Didn't like the stuff it in the glovebox solution, make a small metal plate that you can attach to two 6mm studs that are protruding from the crash beam.
To remove the Tweeter grilles, get a long piece of thin wood and push up from under the dash while observing the location by removing the dash end pads. Press hard enough on the grilles from underneath and they'll pop up sufficiently to lever them out with a trim tool.
Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the tips, Jim.
AFAIK the new tweeters are just glued to the speaker grille from the underside. Get some strong glue I guess
I got a really good deal on it and it comes with everything I need so I couldn't pass it up. I've come to the conclusion that replacing anything on/in this car is a significant chore so I'm going to give myself 4 hours to do it. I haven't done a full audio install on a car in 15 years, I'm hoping the rules of electricity haven't changed...
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It took me ages to decide where to mount it, once cable ties to my home made bracket I placed foam sound deadening in strategic locations to prevent unwanted rattles. Touch wood it's been great.Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the tips, Jim.
I got a really good deal on it and it comes with everything I need so I couldn't pass it up. I've come to the conclusion that replacing anything on/in this car is a significant chore so I'm going to give myself 4 hours to do it. I haven't done a full audio install on a car in 15 years, I'm hoping the rules of electricity haven't changed...