Car Stereos: EXcelon kenwood kdc-x 815, kenwood kdc, kenwood ca

Question
Hi Brian i have a kdcx 815 in my car whit cd changer 6 disc can i replace the exit on the radio for the cd changer to use like an auxiliary out to put a usb or ipod whit the plug out of the cd.

i like this radio and i want to keep it but doesnt read mp3 disc.

instead of thet if i buy another radio what you prefer between the clarion vz 409 or pionneer 7100bt its for put in a bmw convertible 1995

thanks a lot Brian

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Answer
Hi Stephane,

There are two options for adding an auxiliary input function to your Kenwood head unit:

First, you can use a Kenwood CA-C1AUX adapter.  This is the less expensive option; it will convert the CD changer port on the back of the head unit to a set of auxiliary input RCA plugs.  This will let you connect any device with a headphone jack and play it through the audio system.

Another option is a KCA-S220A external media switchbox.  Like the CA-C1AUX, this gives you an auxiliary input, but the KCA-S220A will allow you to keep your external CD changer working as well.

I like the Pioneer head unit, but I haven't seen the Clarion deck, so I can't really give you a recommendation between the two.

Hope this helps!

Brian