ColoSoca Posted January 21, 2019 Share Posted January 21, 2019 (edited) My 05 LGT was taken away on a tow truck forever today. I uninstalled this mod and have it laying around if anyone wants it. Just shoot me like $10 bucks on Venmo and Ill ship it. SOLD Sorry to everyone who's messaged me. Edited January 27, 2019 by ColoSoca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steamboatbilly Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 My 05 LGT was taken away on a tow truck forever today. I uninstalled this mod and have it laying around if anyone wants it. Just shoot me like $10 bucks on Venmo and Ill ship it. Done. I'll take it. How can I get you my info? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
platinumdetail503 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 The Why: As several of you already know, there is no auxiliary audio input on the factory radios for the 2005/06 Legacys & Outbacks. This is a fairly common situation. What's not common, is for those of us with the 6CD changer & automatic climate controls, they are an integrated unit, with no way to separate one from the other. That means we can't even replace the stereo with an aftermarket deck to get what we want either: A clean auxiliary input to listen to our mp3s/ipod, xm or navigation. The What: For those of you not already familiar with centerpunch's aux in hack, essentially he created a clean aux in line by soldering wires onto the lines carrying the audio for the CD player in the factory headunit & played a silent CD so that he could listen to that source without hearing two things at once. I've developed a plug 'n' play version of his idea...which consists of a small circuit board that utilizes the ribbon cable between the CD changer and the amp inside the stereo, piggybacking onto the CD audio lines by plugging that ribbon into this board and the ribbon that comes with the board back into the amp. The board in question has an 1/8" stereo jack (a standard headphone jack) that you can plug into it whatever you want (I'm using an XM, but an mp3 player, carputer or ipod work equally well) - the elusive "Aux-in". Users have sucessfully installed many of these boards now and the thread that follows is full of their reviews. The How: I'm currently managing orders by purchasing directly from me using the paypal links below or by visiting my new website. The cost is $55 for the "Basic Kit" (including 2-day shipping, 75min silent cd, 2" 14pin ribbon cable & a downloadable copy of the installation instructions). For $63, I'll also include a 6' gold plated 1/8" stereo to RCA patch cable (male to male), serving as a complete "Install Kit" for most basic installs. For $78, you'll recieve a deluxe "Pro kit" with a PAC ground loop interupt and a 1/8" stereo to RCA patch cable. If you'd like to get more information from me or ask me a question first, feel free to PM me (include your email address if you want) and I'll be happy to answer your questions as best I can. I have boards in stock to ship USPS priority for orders until further notice. $55 - Basic Kithttp://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c161/JazzyMT/spacer.gif$63 - Install Kithttp://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c161/JazzyMT/spacer.gif$78 - Pro Kit http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c161/JazzyMT/spacer120.gifhttp://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c161/JazzyMT/spacer120.gif Orders to Canada must use the website to order because of additional shipping charges. WRX/Impreza/Outback Sport owners should use the website so they can request the correct vehicle option. The Instructions: And if you still really want more info, you can download the full PDF install instructions (much more detailed than anything on this forum). Legacy/Outback Manual / WRX/Impreza/Outback Sport Manual Disclaimer: The regular disclaimers apply: It's possible the board, or your install methods will damage your car, interior, or stereo and void the applicable warranties. This is purely for hobby/ educational/ novelty value and I'm not responsible for any damage it does to you, your car, stereo, dog or relationship. If you don't know what you're doing, be afraid, don't do it, get help, or whatever is the most applicable answer for you. This mod requires a lot of dissassembly and there are little screws & expensive parts you can scratch, break or loose, but it requires no soldering, cutting, splicing, sanding, melting, mixing, painting, etc. It is a true plug and play solution. You can get more info by browsing through the first few pages of centerpunch's "iPod Direct-connection" forum and you can see some of the pics from my prototype install here: http://www.subaruoutback.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2527&perpage=15&pagenumber=2 More pictures from the my first production board install here on this thread: http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18504&page=6&pp=10 The FAQ: Will this work on other Subaru's? YES. This will work on STi/WRX/Impreza/Outback Sports, Foresters & Bajas. It has been tested and does not work in Tribeca's. It works for many years and models from 2002 thru 2006. For anything other than 05/06 vehicles - you need to use the site to select the appropriate year & model. Compatible radios are listed there. Will this work on non-US radios? Yes, it will work with Canadian radios. It will not work in the McIntosh radio, and it will not work in the standard radio with metric climate controls (C instead of F) - European, Japanese, Australian, etc...sorry. I wish it did. There is no loss of function of the changer correct? Correct, all the board does is piggyback another audio signal onto the CD out. Your whole stereo functions 100% normally if you have nothing plugged into the aux port. Also, since there is no soldering/cutting, if you decide you don't like it later, you can always unplug it and reassemble your radio to be 100% stock, like nothing ever happened. Where is the aux-in btw? The RCA jacks (aux-in port) are soldered to the board. The board has a plug that accepts the ribbon cable from the cd changer and a plug + ribbon cable that plugs into where the CD changer was plugged into the amp. If you take a look at the install pics you'll have a better idea what I'm talking about. Would I have to run a cable deep into the dash to connect? Yes...since the board is not only deep in your dash, but deep in your radio, that's where you would have to run a patch cable to. What type of cable comes with the board? RCA? Stereo? Neither...because there are numerous possible ways to connect different audio devices, I have not provided an audio cable. To directly connect a device with another 1/8" stereo jack (like headphones), all you need is a 1/8" stereo to RCA patch cable (male to male). This cable is included in the "Install Kit". The "Pro Kit" also includes a GLI with your audio device. You can also put together your own configuration of cables and adapters using my website. Would I be able to change sources easy enough (iPod and Sirius)? or would I have to disassemble everything to switch things out? What I would do is run a good 1/8" to RCA stereo patch cable from inside the stereo to somewhere convenient in your car, then you can easily change what you plug that end of the patch cable into, be it an XM radio or ipod. You could also run a headphone jack splitter and plug both in, and just use one at a time. How does the sound quality compare to a line in fm modulator? I would assume it is perfect, is there any audible loss? I'm not enough an audiophile to legitimately qualify it as "perfect" but I would confidently suggest that it is "near-CD" quality. It literally connects your aux in device to the same point as the audio line levels for the built in CD changer, so I suppose it's as good/bad as your source. There is no comparison to an FM modulator. There are several other reviews of the sound quality in this thread that would suggest it is very good. How does the loudness compare to the CD player or FM/AM Radio? Unfortunately, I have to give you another subjective answer, but with the line levels on my XM Roady2 out at 5 or 6 out of 10 it's easily as loud as the CD player and radio. I had to turn it down from where I had it set on my old stereo (8) and it's still much louder. As a result, the bass sounds stronger at lower volumes too. If you're using a portable audio device with a headphone jack, it's not going to be as loud or as good as if you use a docking connector or something else that will provide a (higher) true line level signal. Will the silent CD repeat or continue to the next disc? You can use track repeat, but it will loose the "repeat setting" every time you turn your car off. If you use the aux-in regularly instead of other CD's (like me), I would just eject all the other CD's & then it will just repeat the silent CD automatically (forever). Are the left & right audio lines still reversed? They were on the first version of the board, but the latest revision corrected this so that they are no longer reversed. Can I make my own Silent CD? Yes. It's very simple to make your own CD. I posted a walkthru for making one using a freely available audio program here. Does the stereo have to be the 6 disk in dash version, or will the base single cd version work too? The 1CD *does* work, and around 10-15 people have installed it in 1CD stereos just fine. There are 2 catches to the deal though: 1) Disconnecting the manual controls from the radio assembly is different & seeing as I've never done it, I can't help you much there (ie. it's not in the install instructions). Everyone's figured it out so far though and I believe it's simply a matter of 4 screws. 2) The 1CD player is not enclosed like the 6CD so it's easier to damage while you're handling it. If you're careful & take your time, I imagine you could install it just fine, but since it's an "install at your own risk" sort of thing, I prefer to give fair warning to anyone with the 1CD. There is also an alternative available to 1CD owners that us 6CD people don't have - a dash kit that allows you to replace the radio completely. Seeing as the dash kit is around $60 plus whatever a new stereo costs, it's more expensive, but it's an option you might prefer...or a backup plan at least. http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20515 http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21231&page=3&pp=15 http://www.installer-data.com/item/display_item.php?it=99-8901 Be aware that this aux-in port is 'always on' to the amp...so if you're running it to something that doesn't turn off, and you have ground loop noise, you will hear it on every function, be it radio or CD...in that case, you would probably want a way to unplug the 'convenient end' of the patch cable from your source...or better yet, eliminate your ground loop. Whatever you do, plan accordingly. If using a device which draws its power from the vehicle such as XM, cigarette lighter adapter, etc., it is highly recommended to also purchase a ground loop isolator to prevent this problem. I highly recommend the PAC GLI available on my website, but others are also available from retail locations such as Crutchfield, Radio Shack and Walmart. http://www.crutchfield.com/S-OH3qaMU6PwZ/cgi-bin/prodgroup.asp?g=181150&est=&search=ground+loop ~more to come~ last updated 3/21/2007Great write up [emoji108] Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyShackleford Posted March 12, 2019 Share Posted March 12, 2019 Would I be able to change sources easy enough (iPod and Sirius)? or would I have to disassemble everything to switch things out? What I would do is run a good 1/8" to RCA stereo patch cable from inside the stereo to somewhere convenient in your car, then you can easily change what you plug that end of the patch cable into, be it an XM radio or ipod. You could also run a headphone jack splitter and plug both in, and just use one at a time. Or install a switch such as this one: https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/611-7301P3YZQE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matyp71369 Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 I placed an order on his website a couple weeks ago and haven’t gotten a response or shipping details yet. Money already left my paypal. Anyone know if he’s still selling kits? Or am I just being impatient haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyMike98 Posted April 15, 2019 Share Posted April 15, 2019 It takes time, be patient Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maher460 Posted August 5, 2019 Share Posted August 5, 2019 I placed an order on his website a couple weeks ago and haven’t gotten a response or shipping details yet. Money already left my paypal. Anyone know if he’s still selling kits? Or am I just being impatient haha. Hi! Did you receive your order? I am planning to place an order soon and I want to be sure that he is still active. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wader Posted August 6, 2019 Share Posted August 6, 2019 Ah, stupid me - I left it installed in my Outback when trading that in (complete with usage instructions), but probably should have uninstalled and looked in this forum for anyone who needed one. Was completely happy with the product, btw! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maher460 Posted August 6, 2019 Share Posted August 6, 2019 I just placed an order for the pro kit in the jazzy website. I hope I get it soon because I'm currently installing new speakers and a subwoofer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun506 Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 I'm trying to place an order using the website but I can't place anything in my cart. When I click add to cart the screen refreshes and number of items stays at 0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LegacyMike98 Posted October 10, 2019 Share Posted October 10, 2019 Seems to be working for me, maybe clear out cookies and all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shogun506 Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 Ah there we go works now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatLegacy Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 Hi everyone! I have a 2005 Legacy GT wagon and I want to do this mod vs upgrading to a newer stereo since I like my stock one and the fact it’s the 6cd changer so mates to my auto hvac controls. Was wondering if anyone installed this kit and wired it into the oem aux input found in the 06-09 center console tray? I sourced the tray with the pigtail but not the harness that ran all the way to the radio. Ideally I would like to retain the 12v outlet power and employ this oem aux input. Clueless on wiring and electronics but mechanically inclined so any help would be appreciated! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeng9495 Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 Receive Jazzy Aux Port this week and installed today. Since I ordered on 5/23/2020, he fulfilled the order in less than a week. Was able to install the simple install in less than 2 hours. Fed the 3.5mm cable near the ignition switch for a cleaner look and rather than punching anymore holes in the center console (see pics). Thanks for the quick shipment Nathan. I bought a used 2006 Legacy Limited and wanted to upgrade the sound system. Added a Fosgate amp and subwoofer in the trunk and then added this Aux in solution. The stereo sounds amazing with Aux in off my Iphone 6. I compared the same song (CD disk and Itunes music library) and the sound quality and volumes levels were pretty much the same. No decibel drop-off like folks earlier in the thread. I get decibel and sound quality drop off with Spotify but I expected that since I observe the same when listening with my headphones off the iPhone. Lucky for me, no need for GLI or headphone amp. I was worried about compromised sound quality by using those. I'm a bit of a budget audiophile. Have Nad, Rotel, and Velodyne equipment at home and lots of headphones (Grado, Beyerdynamic and Audio Technica). Added Fosgate 400 Watt RMS 12" subwoofer (P2D4-12) and 250 watt amplifier (R250X1). Bought package with subwoofer box and all the needed wires for $250. Great deal at Walmart. Put the bass boost knob in the armrest cup holder in a way that allows me to still put mug in there. Very Happy in CA. Thanks Nathan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeng9495 Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 Also want to note that the 2006 Legacy Limited stock stereo CD sounds better than my wife's 2011 Legacy 2.5i. Radio reception is better in 2011 though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeng9495 Posted June 7, 2020 Share Posted June 7, 2020 Update - upgraded to Spotify "Very High" quality music streaming. Now soundstage is better than ITunes library. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGT530 Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 Hello, I really need some help from the Subaru community since I can’t find anybody who knows the answer to my problem so this is my last resort. So basically I installed a new 2din android car stereo got it all wired up to everything, even got my subwoofer amped and hooked up. But all of a sudden when I disconnected a wire labeled backup power supply from the harness my key fob, interior lights, door lights, and clock all stopped working. It was all working right before I cut the wire because my dumbass thought that backup power was for my backup camera, it’s not. So basically something with that backup power wire and my illumination, security system failed. No fuses were blown and I have wired that backup power directly to the battery and it all started working again but it was not how it was originally so I’m missing something. The weird this is that all of those systems have different fuses so that can’t be the problem. PLEASE PLEASE HELP ME!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VLRB20 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 I found mine in the centre console loom under the console, 06bl5 Sent from my SM-G960F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzymt Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 Thanks to everyone for all the support over the years, but I'm closing up shop on Jazzy Engineering. I will no longer be selling aux-in boards. There's just not enough interest to continue managing inventory and shipping. I apologize to everyone who's had to endure delays the last few years as things have wound down and I've gotten extremely busy with family and work, but I think it's finally time to call it quits on the plug-n-play aux-in board. Best regards, Nathan [CENTER][URL="http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php?t=18504"]Subaru Plug & Play Aux-in Mod[/URL][/CENTER] [CENTER][URL="http://www.jazzyengineering.com"]www.jazzyengineering.com[/URL][/CENTER] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssbtech Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Thanks to everyone for all the support over the years, but I'm closing up shop on Jazzy Engineering. I will no longer be selling aux-in boards. There's just not enough interest to continue managing inventory and shipping. I apologize to everyone who's had to endure delays the last few years as things have wound down and I've gotten extremely busy with family and work, but I think it's finally time to call it quits on the plug-n-play aux-in board. Best regards, Nathan Thanks for your contribution to the community. It was a great little solution that I used for a while before upgrading to the 07 head unit with aux-in. Now I have an Alpine ilxw650 in the spot where the cubby is/was and mostly use CarPlay with that. Times sure do change! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoOne1223 Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Thanks to everyone for all the support over the years, but I'm closing up shop on Jazzy Engineering. I will no longer be selling aux-in boards. There's just not enough interest to continue managing inventory and shipping. I apologize to everyone who's had to endure delays the last few years as things have wound down and I've gotten extremely busy with family and work, but I think it's finally time to call it quits on the plug-n-play aux-in board. Best regards, Nathan Even though I will not be needing this as I can rely on Bluetooth for audio, Thank you for providing the community with such a brilliant solution to a problem that Subaru made! Hope your next endeavor is as wonderful as this last one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enlight Posted December 4, 2021 Share Posted December 4, 2021 I'm late to the party but thank you to Jazzy for all the years of support. For the others, I'm looking for help from people who have eliminated alternator whine. I already installed a GLI years ago but that did not help. Upon further reading I found that I might need a noise filter. The one I purchased came with two filters. My understanding is that where these filters are installed are very important. I'm thinking of installing them at the power to the radio as well as the 12v socket I use to charge my phone. Has anyone already succeeded in finding the right location for these? muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farascioni Posted February 1, 2022 Share Posted February 1, 2022 I have got to get this setup, the FM transmitter setup is just miserable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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