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Originally Posted by J929626
Same basic antenna, with the following exceptions:
  1. 23" long cable
  2. Magnetic mount
  3. Coaxial plug (not a Fakra connector)
That is the information I was looking for could not find any pics of the connector. All the HD XM antennas have a magnetic base.
 
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Originally Posted by J929626
Same basic antenna, with the following exceptions:
  1. 23" long cable
  2. Magnetic mount
  3. Coaxial plug (not a Fakra connector)
Does that mean it will not work?
 
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Does that mean it will not work?
It means it will not plug directly into the HD XM Module.

I think you can get an adapter though, but not sure.
 
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Originally Posted by PSRumors
Does that mean it will not work?
Answered my own question.....a FAKRA adapter

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pioneer-XM-D...item20b7c7df27
 
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Originally Posted by J929626
Same basic antenna, with the following exceptions:
  1. 23" long cable
  2. Magnetic mount
  3. Coaxial plug (not a Fakra connector)
Ok, so cut it to length and install a Fakra connector?
 
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Originally Posted by hbsoldier3
Ok, so cut it to length and install a Fakra connector?
Yes, in theory.

You would need a 50 Ohms, FAKRA II SMB Plug, Keying Option K, Curry Yellow and the appropriate crimping equipment.

See attached .pdf for details.
 
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Originally Posted by J929626
Yes, in theory.

You would need a 50 Ohms, FAKRA II SMB Plug, Keying Option K, Curry Yellow and the appropriate crimping equipment.

See attached .pdf for details.
Thanx for that intell, one more question, could one get this done at a car audio shop?
 
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Originally Posted by hbsoldier3
Thanx for that intell, one more question, could one get this done at a car audio shop?

Probably not. Most car audio shops just don't need to custom make cables with Fakra connectors.

Antennas with RF shielded cables are finicky things. Improperly installed connectors, splices, coiled up extra cable all have a negative impact.
 
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Originally Posted by J929626
Probably not. Most car audio shops just don't need to custom make cables with Fakra connectors.

Antennas with RF shielded cables are finicky things. Improperly installed connectors, splices, coiled up extra cable all have a negative impact.
Ya, I am seeing what you are explaining. Thanx again for your help.

Paul
 
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Originally Posted by J929626
Same basic antenna, with the following exceptions:
  1. 23" long cable
  2. Magnetic mount
  3. Coaxial plug (not a Fakra connector)
I'm sure the additional cable length can be coiled up and easily fit under the fairing or get this 4 ft version which has the magnetic mount.

http://www.myradiostore.com/4-foot-x...ro-car-antenna

Fakra adapter can be purchased for about 13 bucks.

http://www.myradiostore.com/fakra-ad...-smb-antennas/

Now, who's going to try it?
 
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