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Scosche FM-MOD02

Play your iPod®, satellite radio, or portable music player through any car's FM radio

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by Zak Billmeier

Looking for a way to connect the audio from your iPod®, satellite radio tuner, or portable music player to your car stereo? The Scosche FM-MOD02 FM modulator gives you a set of RCA inputs, plus an auxiliary minijack input, so you can hook up just about any audio source without performing major modifications to your existing car stereo.

Just plug your source into the FM-MOD02's auxiliary input or RCA inputs, then tune your FM radio to the selected frequency. You can switch between two different modulation frequencies, 87.9 MHz or 88.3 MHz, for the best possible reception in your area.

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Highlights:

  • FM modulator plays any source through your car's FM receiver
  • adds an auxiliary minijack and RCA inputs to your system
  • two modulation frequencies (87.9, 88.3)
  • includes 3.5mm stereo cable for your MP3 player
  • on/off switch
  • warranty: 90 days
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    What's in the box?

    • FM modulator with attached antenna cables and power/ground wires
    • 3.5mm Input jack housing with switch and attached 21" RCA and power cable
    • 21" Stereo cable (3.5mm male mini-plug on both ends)
    • Four 7" Zip-ties
    • Two 10" Zip-ties
    • Warranty information

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    Features

    Overview: The Scosche FM-MOD02 is a stereo FM modulator with two transmission frequency options: 87.9 MHz and 88.3 MHz. It allows the addition of an auxiliary audio source (DVD player, VCP, MP3 player, etc) to almost any FM radio.

    Installation: The modulator can be installed in a hidden-away location within cable length. It requires connection to a +12V Power source and chassis ground. The auxiliary source is connected to the RCA input jacks; a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack input is mounted in the on/off switch housing and has an RCA cable attached. The antenna interface connects to your vehicle's antenna plug and radio antenna input (antenna adapters are required for some vehicles).

    Switch Housing: The modulator has an illuminated on/off switch with a 3.5mm mini-jack input in the same housing. Attached wiring connects to a Molex plug attached to the modulator and the RCA inputs on the side of the modulator. The switch can be positioned up to 21 inches from the modulator and it can be mounted with the attached two-sided adhesive strip.

    Connections

    Right Side of Modulator:

    • 12 Volt DC: 30" power wire with an in-line 2A fuse
    • Ground: 30" ground wire
    • Antenna Input: Female Motorola connector on 12" cable
    • Antenna Output: Male Motorola connector on 24" cable
    • Switch Wiring: 3-pin Molex plug on 11" cable

    Left Side of Modulator:

    • Audio Input: Female stereo RCA audio connectors

    Power Switch:

    • Switch Wiring: 3-pin Molex plug on 21" cable
    • Audio Output: Male stereo RCA jacks on 21" cable

    Dimensions

    Modulator:

    • Width: 5"
    • Height: 1-1/8"
    • Depth: 2"

    Switch Housing:

    • Width: 1-1/4"
    • Height: 2-1/16"
    • Depth: 1-7/8"
     

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    4 out of 5

    Good product for the price

    Written By Billy M, Sumrall, Mississippi on Wednesday, January 02, 2013
    Installed in a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
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    It does what it is supposed to do. The reason I give it 4 stars instead of 5 is because the switch is cheap plastic. Other than that, it works fine. Also tie straps that was supposed to be included were not in the box, but I used some I already had.
    Pros:
    Very inexpensive. Easy to install. Does what it supposed to do.
    Cons:
    Switch is plasitc and cheap.
    1 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    FM - MOD02 Worked well for me

    Written By Anonymous, Edgewater, MD on Friday, October 19, 2012
    Installed in a 1999 Dodge Durango
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    This product worked well for me, it was a good alternative to replacing my stock stereo in order to use my iPod. Installation was easy and the results were great for a reasonable investment. Setting the iPod volume at 3/4 and then using the stereo to control the volume minimized background noise.
    Pros:
    Easy of install / PRice
    Cons:
    None
    2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    A Great Solution

    Written By Tom, Northville, MI on Tuesday, September 18, 2012
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    Crutchfield's installation instructions are the very best. It took 90 minutes to take apart the dash, install the modulator and reassemble everything in a 2007 Pontiac G6. Crutchfield also included the 2 necessary antenna converter cables (GM connector to standard connector) at no extra cost.
    Pros:
    Crutchfield's installation instructions are worth the price alone. Modulator is 100% better than a wireless FM modulator.
    Cons:
    Some minor FM static bleed through which is easily covered up by iPod or XM program.
    2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    2 out of 5

    Not what I expected

    Written By Dave, Madison, NC on Friday, September 14, 2012
    Installed in a 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
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    It is very easy to install but picks up a lot of background noise and volume output was low with i pod or sirius unit. Removed unit from vehicle. Not satisfied whith it.
    Pros:
    easy install
    Cons:
    volume ouput background noise
    2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    2 out of 5

    Just buy a new radio

    Written By Scott, Charlottesville, VA on Sunday, April 29, 2012
     
    Had it installed at Crutchfield in Charlottesville, VA. Install blew out all my station presets and bass and treble settings. This device will reduce your FM reception by at 50%. This system does not compliment your stock stereo system, it overrides it. Caveat Emptor. I dislike this so much I will disconnect before my next road trip. As my title says: just buy a new radio.
    Pros:
    Plays my iPhone exactly as advertised
    Cons:
    Where to begin? Has intermittent hiss and loss of signal. Volume has to be adjusted to at least twice the level of radio/cd volume. The clock on my factory radio will not reset. It renders your FM reception little better than line-of-sight.
    3 out of 4 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    works as advertised

    Written By Joe, Leavenworth, KS. on Saturday, March 17, 2012
    Installed in a 1995 Ford Ranger
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    As a veteran auto repair tech I can honestly say anyone with basic automotive how to skills can install this themself. I soldedered & heat shrank connections to the "hot in run" and chassis gnd. wires to the audio unit, double sided foam taped the unit to the top of the radio, bundled the excess wire and mounted the jack/switch unit to the inside of the glovebox and was finished in under 60 mins. It works great, with the exception of some interference from RF hotspots I've had great performance from this product using my phone or mp3 player.
    Pros:
    Absolutely painless install, minimal technical skill required and except for the input cable completely hidden form view.
    Cons:
    Some hiss similar to cassete tape but is covered with volume and intermittent interference but it is after all a RF "reciever".
    4 out of 4 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    works good

    Written By tim, southwest va on Saturday, February 04, 2012
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    I just installed this in a 2008 toyota tacoma with single disc player. I had a wireless modulator previously that sounded pretty bad, this sounds much better. I just went on a small trip, 250 miles one way, and it worked great the whole way. The volume isnt quiet as loud as when in FM mode or CD mode, but I just turn it up a little with still plenty of volume left.
    Pros:
    price, works better than wireless transmitters
    Cons:
    I didnt want the switch and port on my dash, so I installed it in my center console. There is no where near enough cable to do this. Luckily I had RCA cable at home that I used and I had to buy RCA cable couplings. I also had to add cable to the power cables to reach frome the fuse box to the switch location. Because of the short cables the install was kind of a pain, but when finished all componets are hidden and I dont have the aftermarket switch box stuck to my dash.
    1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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    2 out of 5

    Not great

    Written By Jabesv, Omaha, NE on Saturday, October 15, 2011
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    I installed this product per the manufacturer's and Crutchfield's instructions. There is a lot of background noise when using either my XM Radio or my MP3 player. Also with my XM radio I have to turn my volume up to the max level to hear the broadcast well. I never had any hissing with my wireless XM and I could use a normal volume level. Not the greatest solution.
    3 out of 3 people found this helpful
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    5 out of 5

    Great inexpensive solution

    Written By Mike, Washington, DC on Tuesday, October 04, 2011
    Installed in a 2006 Ford Escape Hybrid
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    I was looking for a way to play my iPod through a factory installed stereo system that did not have an auxiliary jack. The Scosche FM modulator works great and is an inexpensive solution without having to replace the entire system. The installation instructions are sparse and not very specific, but I was able to do it easily with some help from the Crutchfield advisors over the phone and email. It looks a bit jury-rigged, but the sound quality is excellent.
    1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    This is great

    Written By Monty, Syracuse, UT on Monday, July 18, 2011
    Installed in a 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
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    Pros; Easy to follow instructions for getting to the back of my radio. Sound quality is excellent. Appearance is decent

    Cons: Instructions for installing the product come from Scosche and aren't easy to follow. I had to purchase an antenna adpater. (This wouldn't be a big deal exept that I didn't know about it until my car was ripped apart)
    5 out of 5 people found this helpful
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    2 out of 5

    Scosche FM-MOD02

    Written By JackM, Pittsburgh,PA on Monday, May 23, 2011
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    Installation is stright forward. The difficulty depends on how easy it is to get to the back of the radio. At this time, I can't give a great rating. The device only has 2 frequencies and if they are used in your area or an area you pass through then that is a problem. I have static on both frequencies and I have not been able to eliminate it even after I talked to their technical service. I am still trying.
    4 out of 4 people found this helpful
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    3 out of 5

    GREAT ITEM

    Written By RANDY T, NJ on Monday, May 23, 2011
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    This is a great item for the cost. After much research, I learned that there was no direct Ipod adapt to use for my 03 Ford Explorer stock radio. Other than changing the radio and loosing stering wheel controls and dvd entertainment function, this was my only option. Although skeptical I proceeded to purchase. The only tricky part was connecting the power and ground wires. Once you do that all else is simple. Total time for job was approximatly 30min. Works great and well hidden. Switch mounted fine and eluminates to same color as my dash making it look original. Sound quality pretty good. You do hear a bit of buzz on some songs or in some areas. However, again for the money and concidering other expensive options this was perfect. My thanks to Crutchfield too.
    2 out of 3 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    Great for the price

    Written By antzwife, Rockford, IL on Monday, May 02, 2011
    Installed in a 2005 Ford Expedition
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    For the price, this is a great item. It is easy to install even though there are a lot of steps. The sound is fairly good, but it definitely doesn't get the full car stereo effect especially the volume.
    3 out of 3 people found this helpful
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    4 out of 5

    Works well, but not perfect

    Written By DonK, Birdsboro,PA on Saturday, April 09, 2011
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    I use this product in a company vehicle in which I cannot change out the radio.
    It works ten times better with my satellite radio than the FM modulator. I can
    now also listen to my IPOD. My only complaint is there is now some ignition hum.
    Also, the little switch does not work so I have to unplug it when I want to
    listen to the regular radio.
    2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    2 out of 5

    Poor sound quality

    Written By Russ, Milwaukee, WI on Monday, April 04, 2011
     
    The first unit I received had some much noise that it was not usable! Crutchfield replaced it at no charge and paid shipping for return and the new unit. The second one is better, but still has mediocre sound and lots of hiss. I have direct input for IPODs on 3 other vehicles, this does not come close to matching the sound quality and it has a lot of background noise, regardless of which frequency is selected. I think the whole adapter is made of cheap materials, I'm shopping for a replacement before this one quits. I would not recommend it.
    1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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    3 out of 5

    Consider options before buying...

    Written By Anonymous, North Carolina on Saturday, April 02, 2011
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    Crutchfield is a class act and I don't blame them for anything I'm about to say. The product was as described, even the sales person mentioned this was not the best way to hook up an iPod, but considering I didn't want to replace my 2005 factory car stereo, this was my only option. Installation was easy enough, although it did require removing the existing stereo and tapping into an existing hot wire and ground, also beware there is an awkward iPod switch and plug that you'll have to stick somewhere on your console and the adhesive tape provided does not stick well (some day's anyway). The best thing I can say is that I can listen to my iPod now while on the road. Worst thing I can say is there is static - sometimes. Just like an FM radio station, sometimes the reception is clear, other days (and without external interference or change) there is an annoying amount of "fuzz". Ultimately, if budget would allow it I would replace my existing system with a unit that has direct input. This particular setup is a best "worst case" hookup and these faults should be taken into account before purchasing.
    1 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    5 out of 5

    1977 Corvette - VERY PLEASED

    Written By Wes, KY on Thursday, March 31, 2011
    Installed in a 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
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    I purchased this so I could listen to my ipod on my factory car stereo (I have an
    original push button am/fm stock radio) and I did not want to ruin the originality
    of my car. It was easy to install....I used squeeze connectors which do not ruin
    the original factory wiring and connected the Red wire to the factory YELLOW
    radio wire, the Black wire to the factory BLACK radio wire and the antenna wire
    to the back of the radio's antenna slot. (NOTE: this is completely reversable to
    factory condition if you ever want to take it out) I plugged in my Iphone, tuned
    the FM radio and was pleased to hear chrystal clear music from my Iphone
    over the factory radio!!!!! This is a great deal & soulution for all classic car
    owners who want to keep everything factory original!!!!!
    3 out of 3 people found this helpful
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    5 out of 5

    Scosche FM-MOD02

    Written By Anonymous, Richmond, VA on Monday, March 07, 2011
    Installed in a 2001 Ford Mustang
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    Good product, good price, good support material
    1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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    3 out of 5

    It's pretty good...

    Written By A.J., Plymouth Meeting, PA on Sunday, March 06, 2011
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    I installed this product a few days ago after having no success with direct auxiliary input
    adapters for my headunit. The installation was easy - solder or wiretap the 12 volt power
    and ground, and the rest is plug-and-play. It fit well behind my radio. The part that is
    meant to be exposed has a green illuminated power switch and an input, and is meant
    to be installed with double-sided tape. Personally, I think it looks tacky, so I installed a
    separate jack in the center console and put the switch in the glove box.
    Unfortunately, the sound quality leaves a lot to be desired. I have no problems with
    volume as others have said. However, there is background static. The quality of the
    music itself is almost perfect, lows are clean, smooth and have good punch, and the
    highs are relatively crisp. The static behind the music is only really noticeable at high
    music volumes during quiet parts of the music, but for an audiophile like me, it's pretty
    annoying. At normal listening volume, the quality is great. Unfortunately for me, normal
    listening volume is very loud, and so I'm stuck with static. It's not intolerable, but it's
    there. Simply for the stock look, it's a step up from a cassette adapter, but just barely.
    Also, often I can't charge my phone while using this device without interference. Overall,
    I'm happy with the product, but just barely.
    2 out of 2 people found this helpful
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    5 out of 5

    Scosche FM-MOD02

    Written By Joe, Montville, NJ on Tuesday, March 01, 2011
    Installed in a 2001 Ford Mustang
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    Great product if you dont want to drop a few hundred dollars on an aftermarket headunit to use your ipod with, easy install.
    1 out of 1 people found this helpful
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