Replacing Factory Sony CDX-CA705M Reciever with something more up to date??

mikep2389

Hey guys got a quick question. My father just bought a real nice 2005 320 Fiesta Vee and I was wondering if there's another Sony headunit I can replace the original one with that has a little more features like ipod/aux inputs but still retain the wired remotes on the dash and near the swim platform? Thanks!

LaRea

If you're happy with the sound quality of the existing system, and you just want the ability to play music from an iPhone, have you thought about adding a Bluetooth interface?  You can get one smaller than a credit card that plugs into your existing head's RCA auxiliary inputs.  It's easy, cheap, sounds great, and retains your existing remotes.

mikep2389

no i didnt even think of that actaully

Cableguy Greg

I got a bluetooth device off Amazon for around $26 that plugs in to the AUX on the receiver. I haven't installed it yet, but I will this week.

http://www.amazon.com/CPS-1135-47102-Milennia-Bluetooth-Dongle/dp/B00BYGEVA4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464697796&sr=8-1&keywords=milennia+bluetooth+dongle

NRath

LaRea's pointing you the right direction.  I've got the older version of this Logitech adapter:

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-980-000910-Bluetooth-Audio-Adapter/dp/B00IQBSW28?ie=UTF8&keywords=logitech bluetooth adapter&qid=1464712598&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1

It works great.  It runs on 5v, I tapped into a standard male cigarette lighter to USB adapter to get the 5v.  The cigarette adapter is powered off the 12v coming to the stereo.  When I'm not out boating, I grab the Logitech out of the boat's glovebox and use it in the garage.

NRath

Actually though, if you're happy with an Aux cable, you can get something like this:

http://www.amazon.com/Mediabridge-3-5mm-Male-2-Male-Adapter/dp/B004YEBK66/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1464714355&sr=8-2&keywords=aux+to+rca

It would plug into the RCA's on the back of the stereo and you could run the aux end into your glovebox.  A little easier than the Bluetooth route, cord connected, but may be all you want.

mikep2389

I've read that on that model Sony head unit you can't just plug an rca cord into the back of it

floater212

sony has 2 bluetooth stereos. mex-m70bt and a dsxm50bt, both have 55watts x4, cost from sony site $170 for the 70bt and $130 for the 50bt.

Cableguy Greg

What is the Sony model number that you currently have on the boat?

mikep2389

Sony CDX-CA705M  with 2005 technology hence the reason for my question haha

NRath

Gotta love Sony's proprietary action!  Looks like that HU has the Bus Inputs basically requiring a component to communicate with it prior to opening the input channel.  If they don't have a newer model, you could go with something like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-XA-300-Car-Audio-UniLink-2-RCA-Line-USB-Auxiliary-Input-Adapter-Selector-/252402664535?hash=item3ac45f0457:g:s88AAOSwNsdXRl6v

There was a nicer one for ~$75. I think this would work for you but you should do a little research on it to confirm for yourself. 

mikep2389

Sony CDX-CA705M with 2005 technology lol

mikep2389

Sony CDX-CA705M with 2005 technology lol

J3ff

I've got the same outdated radio that doesn't seem to have any inputs at all.. 

So is the answer that we have to completely rewire and add new remotes in order to get (1) an aux in and (2) bluetooth ?

dropout

J3ff said:

I've got the same outdated radio that doesn't seem to have any inputs at all.. 

So is the answer that we have to completely rewire and add new remotes in order to get (1) an aux in and (2) bluetooth ?

Exactly! I ended up going with the Kenwood receiver and Kenwood digital remotes. 

J3ff

which one??:)

cassiola

I have the exact same Sony and added these 2 things and now I can connect my phone via bluetooth and play SiriusXM or iTunes etc...whatever app/music is on your phone.
First, have to "trick" the Sony head into thinking a CD changer is playing (the display will show random "Track #" with some time going...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001YILRWM/

Then, I bought this bluetooth adapter and plugged it into the RCA input jacks where a CD changer would normally be plugged into. It can be charged and lasts quite a few hours.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KXYXXK2/

Viggy

I am looking to replace my Sony radio with a new one so my remotes will work. Is there a new radio out there that will hook up to my original wiring for the remotes.