Flyinhy Posted November 26, 2022 Share Posted November 26, 2022 I have the original head unit on my dash. The sony wxc 570 and I was wondering if I replaced it with something more modern with bluetooth, will I still be able to operate it with the bedroom remote? When it comes to computers and tech stuff I'm clueless and not ashamed to admit it. I'd love to be able to use my Iheart on Radio. The bose surround system is something I'd like to update too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Solution jacwjames Posted November 26, 2022 Solution Share Posted November 26, 2022 My radio didn't work when I first bought my coach in 2008, luckily the CD worked so I had something. I looked around for a unit that hat the remote pod connector and just ultimately bought a newer model of the Sony that still had the remote connector. That one crapped out after about 4 years and upgraded to a slightly newer Sony that still had the remote pod connector, that one lasted slightly longer but at some point the quit making units with that connector. So the last time my radio fail (yes again, on my 4th replacement) I just bought a used Sony with the connector so I could use the remote in the bedroom. I bought a Sony CDX-GT740UI which was the last model of a Sony I found with the connector, I paid $30. I really like the remote in the bedroom. I usually have the radio or CD on when I go to bed and just reach up and shut if off when I start falling asleep. But I guess at some point I'll have to do something else but at this point This Old Dog don't want to learn new tricks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdw12345 Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 I’m in the same place, looking to update my stereo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martinvz Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 I have an old radio and was looking to upgrade it. The problem is that it is 1.5 din high and that format is scarce. It does mean that if I replace it the opening must either be filled in or extended. The W24 dash has limited space to install the 2 din head and getting any matching material for the carbon fiber appearance will be very difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lake49068 Posted November 27, 2022 Share Posted November 27, 2022 Was contemplating a radio change a couple of years ago after the Sirius function crumpted on my Magnadyne 1.5 din. Contacted Magnadyne and they volunteered they have a 1.5 to 1 din adaptor and also would make a plug 'n play harness for any non Magnadyne radio for a reasonable charge. Decided to purchase a stand alone Sirius receiver that plugs into the Aux port so didn't follow through with Magnadyne. Worth a call to them... Adam, 2010 Neptune 37PDQ, 2019 Jeep Cherokee 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven P Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 Charles, the bedroom remote is probably specific to the radio. Can you post pics? I'm assuming the remote is wired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacwjames Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 Here is the parts page that has the remote, it is a Sony RC-18 but if you search you don't get any results. 1 Radio Remote Bedroom.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven P Posted December 13, 2022 Share Posted December 13, 2022 Jim, I'm sorry but I cannot open the pdf. Can you post a picture of the remote in the coach? And the radio? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacwjames Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 https://www.crutchfield.com/S-fWrfx7jxiVK/p_158GT740UI/Sony-CDX-GT740UI.html Here is the remote, mounted next the bed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinhy Posted December 14, 2022 Author Share Posted December 14, 2022 (edited) Sorry guys I've been so busy at work I haven't had time to do much. I finally have a rain day where I can piddle around with this head unit. Yes, the remote is wired in at the back and the picture above is the remote on the side of the cabinet. I've looked a little for a replacement but not seriously. My head unit works with the exception of the CD player. I have it apart now and I think I'm gonna try and add a bluetooth receiver internally before I drop 400 on a new unit. It's worth a shot. The inside of this unit had 20 years of lint on some of the components. Edited December 14, 2022 by Flyinhy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven P Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 Just a thought if you like having a remote in the bedroom. Many new receivers have remotes. Mine will work from the bedroom as long as there's a clear line of sight. Depending on your use, your phone will do a lot thru Bluetooth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinhy Posted December 16, 2022 Author Share Posted December 16, 2022 After a little research I found a basic Sony head unit with the remote feature so if my "MacGyver" fix dosent work, I have a few other options 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyinhy Posted December 25, 2022 Author Share Posted December 25, 2022 Merry Christmas 🎅 Yea, the head unit will have to be replaced with a newer unit. I found one with a remote plug for the rear but I will lose the CD player. The Bluetooth adapter wired right into my bose surround sound unit, so all is not lost. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to all..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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