New radio

[mamilapon]

Hi all, Ive just installed a new CD player on the car,it's a Sony xplod GT270. I like it cause its illumination blends with the rest of the interior. My problem is that now while i do get all FM stations, I'm not getting any AM signal. Any sugestions?

[myles]

Rear window tint will cause problems with am reception. Have you got one?

[mamilapon]

Nope, haven't got tint. Is the antena connection at the back for both FM and AM?

[kev535i]

from memory- i think some sonys have a switch that changes the set freq range for AM on the back maybe thats your prob? yes anttenna connection is for both

[mamilapon]

Nope no switches at the back either

[89_525i_PhoenixAZ]

when you hooked up the new stereo, did you remember to make sure the power wire that goes to the diversity antenae box in the drivers rear pillar is still connected to a power source? I had the same problem until I read somewhere in another post that this often gets left unconnected when a new stereo is installed. I would check to see if that is your problem...

[mamilapon]

Phoenix, I haven't checked that Ill do it today and get back to yo.....There's hope then!!!! Thanks dude

[mamilapon]

Ok my man I done what you have recomended, FM seems to be better but AM ...not sure. Thanks for the tip!!!

[mamilapon]

NOW all is GOOD. FM is 100% and so is AM. Many thanks for your tip Phoenix!!!

[525iZA]

Interesting thread. I'm also getting a new radio.

Two options are Sony GT270 with 1yr warranty and a Kenwood with 3yr warranty. Kenwood is more expensive, but only just.

I think I might take the Sony as I want it to blend with the car.

Any chance you might have some pics of the radio in the car? Preferably pics during the day and also pics of the illumination at night.

Thanks!!