Thread: Stereo electrical gremlins - Disco2.....

Probably not related but it could be if it's a dodgey installation, but the ES didn't come with the Eurovox head unit. If this hasn't been wired properly, then all sorts of problems could be the result.

Also, if it is a Eurovox head unit & an Alpine CD stacker, then something may not be matched.

nah, its all factory fitted.
Specs check out in the handbook

ES models had a factory fitted system = Alpine all round.

Non ES models had a locally fitted system = Eurovox head unit + Eurovox stacker (if it had one).


If you have a Eurovox head unit in an ES, something has been changed.

Hi Darian,

I would locate the Power Amplifier first and compare the voltages out of the various speaker terminals to see if the LH Tweeter output is indeed 12V (or way above the others). If it's normal then check the wiring to see if it's shorting somewhere leading to the tweeter.

Do you have and iPod ? If so I'd rip out the head unit and stacker and install an iPod compatible unit, possibly re-using the existing Power Amp if your happy with the sound. They are coming way down in price now.

Good luck - finding these gremlins can be tricky!

Originally Posted by simonmelb

Hi Darian,

I would locate the Power Amplifier first and compare the voltages out of the various speaker terminals to see if the LH Tweeter output is indeed 12V (or way above the others). If it's normal then check the wiring to see if it's shorting somewhere leading to the tweeter.

Do you have and iPod ? If so I'd rip out the head unit and stacker and install an iPod compatible unit, possibly re-using the existing Power Amp if your happy with the sound. They are coming way down in price now.

Good luck - finding these gremlins can be tricky!

I also have the D2 ES and have purchased a 7" HD DVD player etc for mine, does anyone know where the amp is located? I'd like to reuse it if possible to maintain all my speakers rather than residing the whole thing with 4 speakers running straight from the head unit.
Cheers

Originally Posted by Discobaker

I also have the D2 ES and have purchased a 7" HD DVD player etc for mine, does anyone know where the amp is located? I'd like to reuse it if possible to maintain all my speakers rather than residing the whole thing with 4 speakers running straight from the head unit.
Cheers

Mine is located under the front passenger seat.

cheers
Chris

AH HA, the thot plickens.. My recently aquired d2 has the Harmon Khardon (spelling )system..That tends to play away to itself for a while and then it goes off and on for no apparent reason.. I have purchased a tape that allows me to play my Ipone thro the system.(incidently works has an hands free phone , all for $34.) . When the sound cuts out the ipod plays on, as does a cd in the 6 stacker..then back on but a few words into the song...... Sometimes it may go off when i change gear (its auto ) or I turn on the lights.. Any clues i want to change the system to a bluetooth/ mp3 but retain the steering wheel controls. Can it be done ?
Thanks In eager anticipation...

Originally Posted by jogue

Any clues i want to change the system to a bluetooth/ mp3 but retain the steering wheel controls. Can it be done ?
Thanks In eager anticipation...

Yes it can be done - do a search for steering wheel controls and you get pointers to people whove used interface devices like these ones: Pac-audio.com Products | iPod Integration for your car and More by Pac-Audio - Connecting you to the future

You need to purchase a head unit that is capable to be controlled by the steering wheel controls. The Pioneer unit I have unfortunately isnt but other Pioneers are, as well as other brands.