OPINION: Where did you install your grom/aux modulator?

TrstnBrtt · Post by **TrstnBrtt** » 22 Jul 2016, 10:28

I ordered AUX adapter for my Cross Country, but I'm not sure where I would like to run it through.. Right now I have the box installed in the glove box with the AUX cable running out and plugged into my iPhone, but I really don't like the Aux wire sticking out. The problem is that the cable running from the box to the back of the head unit isn't that long so it really limits my options (if I have it pulled out it only stretches to about the gear shifter). Anyone have any interesting solutions?

Garaba · Post by **Garaba** » 05 Feb 2018, 13:58

I installed mine under the arm rest, so the aux cable runs out through the armrest. Make sure you put a Ground Loop Noise Isolator if your going to use a 3.5mm jack or ipod cable. Just order a longer cd changer cable, the format is fairly standard 8-pin DIN cable, just amazon up a 6 footer. I was able to fish it through without to much issue.

Post by **Rattnalle** » 12 Feb 2018, 02:10

On the S80 I had previously I just stuck it behind the head unit and routed the aux cable out though the little storage compartment next to it. Close to the vent where I clip the phone when using it to navigate and if not I could just leave the phone I'm the storage compartment with nothing sticking out.

Caboose · Post by **Caboose** » 05 Jul 2018, 10:24

Why not just use their BT adapter?? I went that route. No need to mess with cables, unless I want to charge my phone. And the sound quality is actually very good. Practically no sound difference to a hardwire connection (my 07 came w/factory AUX input on my HU-850).

01_Nautic_V70 · Post by **01_Nautic_V70** » 05 Jul 2018, 14:37

I used the Bluetooth unit and stuffed it behind the head unit. No mess.

Post by **BlackBart** » 08 Jul 2018, 21:50

"OPINION: Where did you install your grom/aux modulator?"

Are you sure you're not talking about a flux capacitor?

boostedxc · Post by **boostedxc** » 31 Jul 2018, 08:12

Have this installed in my XC70, have you guys experienced a whining/buzzing sound that increases when you sink your foot in the gas? Think it may be the ground but it's the bugging the heck out of me. Thanks.

Caboose · Post by **Caboose** » 02 Aug 2018, 07:00

No whining here. I installed my unit behind the HU-850 and attached the ground to one of the ground screws already in the center console.

Mikele82 · Post by **Mikele82** » 10 Dec 2019, 11:00

boostedxc wrote: 31 Jul 2018, 08:12 Have this installed in my XC70, have you guys experienced a whining/buzzing sound that increases when you sink your foot in the gas? Think it may be the ground but it's the bugging the heck out of me. Thanks.

my own also did this, even with the ground wire.
but this Ground Loop Noise Isolator fixed it:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0171 ... UTF8&psc=1