Need help connecting my MP3 player directly to my stereo - instead of using the FM transmitter?

Question

Hello, I have a 2001 Chevy S10 with a Delco Electronics factory stereo in the dash. (GM# 16232141 - 1995-1999 Chevy Car OEM Radio/CD Player 1995 - 1999 Chevy Car UNO)

My question is, and I hope someone can answer this, my stereo has a button for “AUX” but I cannot find where the input jack is for this.

Can anyone please tell me how I can connect my mp3 player directly to the stereo so that I can listen to it through the “AUX” button?

I currently listen to it by using an FM transmitter, but it is not as strong as I would like and I often get static or cross-interference from other FM transmitters on other cars as they pass me on the road. I would like to be able to connect my mp3 player directly so that I can avoid all the frustration of using the FM transmitter.

I hope you can answer this question for me.

Thanks!

Answer 1

kaezoo answer was very close and yes the aux interface is the best way to go
the problem is that there is a 9 pin plug in the back of your radio not a 10 you need this interface and they are almost the same

http://www.oemautosound.com/pc-295-147-pie-gm9-aux-chevrolet-auxiliary-input-adapter.aspx

Answer 2

Delco Radio Aux Input

Answer 3

The auxiliary input is on the back, but it's not standard: it's a proprietary input for Delco equipment, like GM CD-changers, cassette players or overhead video systems. To use it, you need a 3rd-party adapter, which can be expensive. Here's an example: http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=518

Answer 4

I found the best thing since sliced bread...http://www.crutchfield.com/S-9oDEWuNVIo6/cgi-bin/prodview.asp?i=142FMMOD01

It's not wireless so there's no interference. Not to be confused with an FM transmitter. Basically it adds an AUX input to ANY radio. No searching for a clean channel.

It feeds your audio signal from a headphone jack ( or RCA cables) by FM modulation, directly into the antenna input on your radio bypassing the antenna when on, allowing the radio to work as normal when off. It comes with an On/Off switch.


This is the answer. Totally versatile.

Here's one in action - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHBI0LBGhR0

Answer 5

Sparky's solution will work on anycar, but with the item Kaezoo mentioned you will have better sound quality. the one sparky mentioned is limited to the quality of the radios tuner, Kaezoo's solution is intended for cd changers and the like, therefor made to recieve higher quality signals.

by the way, nice to see you around again Kaezoo...