Ianmark Posted May 14, 2017 Report Share Posted May 14, 2017 (edited) Can I add Bluetooth to the stock radio? It is the base radio with Satellite radio. No amp. No sub, no sync. Or, how much is it to add the factory navigation to the car? Does anyone know of a good quality touchscreen stereo that doesn't cost a lot? I got an Chinese aftermarket stereo, but the quality if not good, so I am returning it. The stereo advertised it worked with steering wheel controls, but I found out it does not work with CAN bus vehicles (which it did not advertise.) Thanks, Ian Edited May 14, 2017 by Ianmark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishx65 Posted May 14, 2017 Report Share Posted May 14, 2017 If you're just looking to add Bluetooth for calls and music streaming there are some pretty good options that plug into the 3.5mm auxiliary port. I tried a bunch of them and finally settled on the Kinivo BTC-450 because of it's amazing call quality. Not sure if it's still made but E-bay is loaded with brand new ones. There's lot's of cheaper options if voice quality is not a concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 (edited) If you're just looking to add Bluetooth for calls and music streaming there are some pretty good options that plug into the 3.5mm auxiliary port. I tried a bunch of them and finally settled on the Kinivo BTC-450 because of it's amazing call quality. Not sure if it's still made but E-bay is loaded with brand new ones. There's lot's of cheaper options if voice quality is not a concern. Thanks fishx65. If the stereo is not on Line-in, do I have to do it manually, or does it do it automatically when the phone rings? Ian Edited May 15, 2017 by Ianmark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishx65 Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 Thanks fishx65. If the stereo is not on Line-in, do I have to do it manually, or does it do it automatically when the phone rings? Ian You would have to switch it manually. Mine is always set to line in because I'm either listening to music through my phone or on a voice call. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmr061 Posted May 15, 2017 Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 You may wish to check out the Rostra BT kit: 250-7504-FD4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 15, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2017 Considering I just got the car, (It's not even licensed yet), I decided to sell it and get a Limited with Sync. The car only has 140,000km (84,000 miles) and is in excellent condition. I'm sure I can get $7000 for it, (I only paid $5200.). Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 Anyway, the Limited is too expensive for me right now, so I will stick with my SEL. I really want Bluetooth as we have a hands free law here and I do not want to get a ticket, again. Has anyone heard about these stereos that fit in the stock opening and run on Android? It comes with a CAN bus decoder for the steering wheel controls and fits Ford specifically, so the wiring fits without any splicing needed. I think the only thing needed is an antenna adapter. Capacitive Digital 1024*600 HD screen Android 5.1.1 Lollipop OS,1.6GHz Cortex A9 QUAD Core CPU Samsung DDR3 1GB RAM and 16GB flash memory https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01K7DN1AA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A1XIUXH3RI63AO&psc=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishx65 Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 The 2010 and below Edge's give you a ton of easy aftermarket replacement radio options and most will have Bluetooth. Wish it was easy to slide a new head unit in my 2011. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 I just want to get a little feedback on this unit, if possible so I don't spend $500 and get a piece of schmazule. Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 There is no user feedback, so it's really only guessing as to how it performs. Did you also look at this one, just a little more in cost and several answered questions. Should have all the features your looking for. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00UZ7WLAA/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_107_1/139-4416236-6830446?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=ZY38XVRBN84YRYWKWZBC&dpPl=1&dpID=61To0-j6rJL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishx65 Posted May 17, 2017 Report Share Posted May 17, 2017 I'd stick with a good brand name for a BT head unit. I always preferred Alpine way back in my car audio days but I'm sure Pioneer, Sony, Kenwwod, Clarion and many others make solid head units these days. Crutchfield might be a good starting point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 18, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 I got the Pioneer AVH-291BT with the Metra Dash Kit and the Crux SWRFD-60L Wiring Interface. Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted May 18, 2017 Report Share Posted May 18, 2017 (edited) Can I add Bluetooth to the stock radio? It is the base radio with Satellite radio. No amp. No sub, no sync. Or, how much is it to add the factory navigation to the car? Does anyone know of a good quality touchscreen stereo that doesn't cost a lot? I got an Chinese aftermarket stereo, but the quality if not good, so I am returning it. The stereo advertised it worked with steering wheel controls, but I found out it does not work with CAN bus vehicles (which it did not advertise.) Thanks, Ian Check this out, it adds bluetooth and phone through the speakers.http://www.installer.com/item/display_item.php?it=1420d Edited May 18, 2017 by enigma-2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ianmark Posted May 25, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2017 I decided I wanted GPS, so I returned the Pioneer and got the Blaupunkt San Antonio 640. I am having a problem with radio reception though. With the stock stereo, I couldn't scan for stations as it wouldn't find any, but I could put in the station manually and it would be fine. With the new stereo, I put in the station manually and it is all staticky, really bad reception. Does the Edge have a problem with it's antenna? Is it a matter of changing the mast, or so I have to change the whole thing? Does anyone know of a roof mounted antenna that works well? Thank you, Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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