Stereo Head Units? GPS Chartplotter XM
 

Looking for some input. I installed a new stereo system last year, sounds great, but I hate the functionality of my current head unit. I let the installer talk me into a run of the mill Pioneer (not marine). I really want something that sounds great, has a dedicated full I-Pod connection, XM/Sirius ready, and set up for multiple full function remotes. My mounting location is in the cabin, I need full control from the helm via remote, and want a full function remote on the stern so I am not climbing in and out of the boat 1000 times a day. The only thing I have seen so far that looks like what I want is the Alpine ida-1000. Anyone have one and like it, or can point me to something similar.

I am also wondering if anyone is using their GPS for XM/Sirius input. I see a lot of them say they are compatible, but they dont give a lot of info on how to do it or if it will interface with a stereo head unit. I am in the market for a new GPS too, so would like to get one that will do XM and save on mounting an extra antenna.

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I've got two Alpine 9886s on a JL Audio system. I think you'll be hard pressed to find a unit that will suit your needs better than the ida-1000. I think Alpine is about the only one left that has a RF remote available. I'm driving multiple amps so all the pre-amp outs that the Alpine has really simpified set up.
I'm curious who your dealing with in eastern MI. If it's Soundwaves in Clinton Township, GOOD LUCK. I found it very frustrating and it won't ever happen again. I ended up having my credit card company and the BBB involved. My CC company had to square it up for me

I'm about to install Sony head unit in cabin with the wired remotes outside tied into a Lowrance HDS-5 chartplotter flush mounted where my speedo was located. I still think the Lowrance requires an additional/optional antenna for "sirius weather radar/Sirius music".

ALPINE!!!!!!! only way to go and their remotes are the best i have seen!!! i have been around mobile audio since my early teens and i can say that the alpine marine stuff is top notch, i cant recomend it enough! i have the cda-9886M with 2 remotes

I almost used them but found someone local to do it at the last minute. Had issues there as well though. I am running a full J/L system too, great stuff, but had a hard time getting the products I wanted. I am still running one amp that I didnt want, but since it sounds good and I never paid for the other model I may just keep it now.

hot... how many watts do you have?

Can anyone tell me the difference between the different remotes that Alpine offers . Their web site isnt very helpful. The offer the MC1, MC2, and each of them in a kit form, but dont tell you what you get as a kit, or the difference between the 2 models.

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I am currenty putting in a iDA-X100M. A guy I know has the same stereo. It sounds and works great.

Fusion head unit

If you don't need a cd player or mind a cd changer than the alpine is the best. That all we use

Also ck out the clarion cmv1. It has a cd/DVD player, full iPod control, 2 aux inputs, sat radio, color display, nice unit. Remotes are good too.

I just completed a system with the clarion Cmv 1. Also nice unit, just wish it had a dedicated sub woofer output. I like the fact that is DVD compatable. Have ours hooked into 2 Garmin 7212. We only used this because alpine doesn't offer a comparable radio with video outputs

It does check the manual. Not sure of the color of RCA plug but you can also adjust it under the audio functions and control the level. We install them all the time. Have one in my skater with JL HD amps and a sub enclosure

the mc10 and mc20 have the reciever needed to make the remotes work, the mc1 and mc2 are add ons after you have one with a reciever installed. the mc20/mc2 is 2 zone capable wich i think only works on 1 or 2 of the alpine head units so you can control the volume in 2 areas for people with large boats/cruisers. they dont explain this well on their site. i bought a mc1o for 100 on ebay and a mc2 for 50 on ebay new, much cheaper if you like to search for deals like me.

How does hooking I'm the gps systems help?

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Hmm, checked out the Clarion stuff, may be an option. I had some Clarion pro audio stuff many years ago and liked it. How do their remotes work vs. Alpine? Last time I looked at Alpine my biggest beef was the delay in the wireless remotes, wired Clarion might be faster/better. What about sound, comparible quality? I really dont need all the options on the Cmv-1, is the sound quality of the lower level units still good?

One less antenna. Use chartplotter antenna, for sat. radio, gps speedo

We have a older Clarion with wired remote, works great. Getting ready to upgrade to the newer style remote and new head unit next week. I beleive the model #M309 on the head unit and the remote has an LED display for the dash. The remote is the only thing I use to control the radio. Everything else is JL audio, amps and speakers. Sounds great.

What about the MB Quart WM1-DVD or WM1-CD?

Has 3 RCA pre-outs, sub output control, full iPod control, splash proof to IPX5 standards and can add wired or wireless remotes.

If you don't want the DVD and color display go with the cmd6. Same features less DVD. Also less money. You can also add a blue tooth interface for cell phone. There is a company Interactive marine that makes wireless waterproof remotes that float. Works great when in the water. Sound quality is awesome.

Hotjava66

What amp are you using?

J.L. M600 and MHD750

do you remember the hole diameter needed? I am making new cockpit side panels & would like to get the hole precut. i cant find this info online anywhere.

What did you end up with? I had a Alpine CDA-118M installed this year and love it.

Fusion makes a fairly inexpensive unit, but has excellent sound and features. It has a built in ipod dock and full control of the ipod. It doesn't have a CD slot as the ipod is docked behind the drop down face plate. Also allows for many wired remote units. I am now on my second season on the Fusion unit. It has multiple "zones" as well. I absolutly love it.