Fitting Alpine Head Unit

directstep · 11th August 2009, 17:03

I have just registered after acquiring a 2003 ZT-T last weekend. First I want to fit my Alpine CDA-105Ri Head Unit and remove the Kenwood HU & Changer.

The existing Kenwood is model KRC-394 + CD Changer (Glove Box).

Are there any snags or problems anybody can advise on before I undertake this & do I need anything extra to get the steering column control working with the Alpine please?

Also what are members thoughts on the standard MG ZT (Rover 75?) speaker system?

Whilst not expecting it to be A1, I'm hoping the standard speakers are fairly good quality - as it seems lots of hassle to replace them (door fittings etc!).

I'm not a boom system fanatic and just after some quality sound really at a reasonable volume.

Many Thanks

StevenWilliams · 11th August 2009, 19:17

Standard speakers are NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- I'm afraid.

Get some Alpine speakers that are the same size and you will feel much better.

The Kenwood system uses standard ISO connectors however the steering controls will require an adaptor.

raykay · 11th August 2009, 19:28

If it's the factory fitted kenwood with the infra-red steering controls it will also need a slight alteration to the wiring for the adapter lead.

directstep · 11th August 2009, 19:32

I feared this but am not really surprised.....

Any suggestions re replacement Alpine speakers ?

Any info/instructions on the wiring/adapter will also be greatly appreciated.

(How do I know if the steering col controls are Infra Red ?)

Greeners · 11th August 2009, 19:33

Quote:

Originally Posted by directstep

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(How do I know if the steering col controls are Infra Red ?)

All ZT's were as standard

quinlan · 11th August 2009, 19:55

Actually I wouldn't dismiss the standard speakers out of hand. I had a harmony system in my 75 and upgraded to an Alpine head unit last week. The difference was astounding even with the old speakers (that is goodmans components in front and midwoofers only in the rear. I think you should just change the head unit first and then aim to change the speakers at your leisure...starting with new components (midwoofers and tweeters) in front. I always intended to upgade the speakers also and have just done the fronts. It's sounding good. So get that HU done and then see where you stand....there is no rush.

directstep · 12th August 2009, 14:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by raykay

If it's the factory fitted kenwood with the infra-red steering controls it will also need a slight alteration to the wiring for the adapter lead.

Could you kindly briefly tell me what adapter I will need (& Where to get)
and what alterations need to be done ?

Many Thanks

Duotone · 12th August 2009, 16:07

Here is where you can get the parts..

Look down the right hand side for Alpine adapters.

http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/ict-...l-adaptor.html

Dave T

raykay · 12th August 2009, 20:45

Looking at the link in Duotone's post, Incartec do a plug'n'play adapter lead for the ZT with the infra-red system, their part no. 29-625.

11th August 2009, 17:03	#1
directstep Loves to post MG ZT 190+ Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bristol Posts: 398 Thanks: 109 Thanked 51 Times in 45 Posts	Fitting Alpine Head Unit I have just registered after acquiring a 2003 ZT-T last weekend. First I want to fit my Alpine CDA-105Ri Head Unit and remove the Kenwood HU & Changer. The existing Kenwood is model KRC-394 + CD Changer (Glove Box). Are there any snags or problems anybody can advise on before I undertake this & do I need anything extra to get the steering column control working with the Alpine please? Also what are members thoughts on the standard MG ZT (Rover 75?) speaker system? Whilst not expecting it to be A1, I'm hoping the standard speakers are fairly good quality - as it seems lots of hassle to replace them (door fittings etc!). I'm not a boom system fanatic and just after some quality sound really at a reasonable volume. Many Thanks

11th August 2009, 19:17	#2
StevenWilliams This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon 2.5 V6 British Racing Green. 81,000 miles and counting Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Crawley, West Sussex Posts: 6,183 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Standard speakers are NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD-NAUGHTY WORD- I'm afraid. Get some Alpine speakers that are the same size and you will feel much better. The Kenwood system uses standard ISO connectors however the steering controls will require an adaptor. __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] Rover 75 2.5 2000 Club SE. British Racing Green. MEMBER NUMBER: MMMDCCXXVI Looking for: 7 seater

11th August 2009, 19:32	#4
directstep Loves to post MG ZT 190+ Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bristol Posts: 398 Thanks: 109 Thanked 51 Times in 45 Posts	Thanks I feared this but am not really surprised..... Any suggestions re replacement Alpine speakers ? Any info/instructions on the wiring/adapter will also be greatly appreciated. (How do I know if the steering col controls are Infra Red ?)

11th August 2009, 19:55	#6
quinlan Newbie Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sheffield Posts: 19 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Actually I wouldn't dismiss the standard speakers out of hand. I had a harmony system in my 75 and upgraded to an Alpine head unit last week. The difference was astounding even with the old speakers (that is goodmans components in front and midwoofers only in the rear. I think you should just change the head unit first and then aim to change the speakers at your leisure...starting with new components (midwoofers and tweeters) in front. I always intended to upgade the speakers also and have just done the fronts. It's sounding good. So get that HU done and then see where you stand....there is no rush. __________________

11th August 2009, 19:28	#3
raykay I really should get out more....... Now Other Manufacturer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Co. Kerry Posts: 2,786 Thanks: 16 Thanked 310 Times in 283 Posts	If it's the factory fitted kenwood with the infra-red steering controls it will also need a slight alteration to the wiring for the adapter lead.

12th August 2009, 16:07	#8
Duotone This is my second home 75 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Leeds Posts: 8,432 Thanks: 176 Thanked 907 Times in 716 Posts	Here is where you can get the parts.. Look down the right hand side for Alpine adapters. http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/ict-...l-adaptor.html Dave T

12th August 2009, 20:45	#9
raykay I really should get out more....... Now Other Manufacturer Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Co. Kerry Posts: 2,786 Thanks: 16 Thanked 310 Times in 283 Posts	Looking at the link in Duotone's post, Incartec do a plug'n'play adapter lead for the ZT with the infra-red system, their part no. 29-625.