Olivier Leger Posted May 19, 2016 Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 Hi there, I want to replace my factory radio unit but an aftermarket one. (Chinese Android Joying brand). I add a Canbus/SWC interface as well to keep Sync and (obvisouly) steering command. (Axxess BX-FD2). My car is a Edge 2009 Limited and comes with a "Premium Sound system" with 9 speakers. I guess it's 8 speakers with the sub. I'm planning to plug it this week-end but I'm not sure which way to follow in the BX-FD2 manual: http://metraonline.com/files/products/INSTBX-FD2_web.pdf There is two possible ways to connect it. - For models without a Sony/THX amplifier - For models with a Sony/THX amplifier I don't know with one I have to choose. My system is not Sony but I think it has an amplifier because of the sub. Any advice would be appreciated. Thank you very much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted May 19, 2016 Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 If I had to guess, I would say WITHOUT the Sony/THX amplifier, because the first mention of a Sony system on the Edge is starting in 2011 on the Limited and Sport. At least in the U.S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivier Leger Posted May 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 Ok great thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivier Leger Posted May 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 @WWWPerfA_ZN0W Do you know if there is an amplifier in my car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted May 19, 2016 Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 (edited) Sorry, no I do not. The Premium system was new (at least in name) for 2009, according to the brochure, but that's all I know for now Premium Sound System with AM/FM stereo/6-disc in-dash CD changer,secondary steering wheel-mounted controls,MP3 capability, clock and 9 speakers(including A-pillar-mounted tweeters and an8" subwoofer) with 320 watts 10 9T4Z-18B849-B AMPLIFIERFRONT $103.29 $83.15 11 8A5Z-18B849-E AMPLIFIERREAR $84.33 $67.88 In 2008, the Audiophile system had a separate amplifier, so maybe the 2009 did as well. Audiophile® Sound Systemfeatures a 6-disc in-dash CD changer and 9 speakers including an 8" subwoofer anda 190-watt amplifier. 10 7A1Z18B849B AMPLIFIERFRONT - - 11 8A5Z-18B849-E AMPLIFIERREAR $84.33 $67.88 Edited May 19, 2016 by WWWPerfA_ZN0W 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akirby Posted May 19, 2016 Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 I don't think it has a separate amp (other than the subwoofer) if it's not a Sony but I'm not 100% sure. Crutchfield usually has good instructions on whether you need to bypass an existing amp or not give your specific car year and model. Check with them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivier Leger Posted May 19, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2016 Actually, I already asked Crutchfield for some informations but you couldn't help me because I didn't buy my items from them. Crutchfield.ca does not have all the products as Cruchfield.com has. The products they recommended me were not compatible with the unit I bought (according to the manufacturer of my unit). Crutchfield.ca helped me the best they could considering what I said higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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