USB FM RDS Solution with sofware - Page 18

jjnit · 04-03-2007, 10:40 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by jjnit

Results when I get my replacement in...

Ohhhhh YEAH!!! Got my replacement from Mouser and soldered it in today VERY CAREFULLY this time around. Awesome audio quality from this thing considering the cost.

Those of you asking how it compares - I can't get a recording of it yet but I'll try. I will say this - when it has full signal lock, which is basically everywhere a OEM headunit would, it sounds as good as if not better than my stock headunit did. On the outskirts of signal coverage, it will step down to mono and give you a bit more range, but once it starts flipping back and forth it cuts out completely as far as listenability goes. So maybe 10 miles less of coverage range which for me is no problem, to have the ability for this card to work with my carpc, is awesome.

I will say that if you don't intend to replace the flimsy wire antenna that comes with it, don't bother getting it for carpc use. On your desk or home pc sure, you can adjust it and get what you need, but in the car, moving through different levels of signal strength and changing directions constantly, you absolutely MUST have something better. Check out the pics from others who have wired this or look at the ones in my gallery and wire it as seen and you'll be golden.

Just repeating everything others have said earlier in this thread, but since some people never read back and keep sending me PM's with the same question, figured I'd add in my version and vote

Good luck!

crispyrabbi · 04-05-2007, 05:51 AM

A beta integration with silabs in rr is now out more info on these threads:

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/road...-silabs-7.html

http://www.mp3car.com/vbulletin/road...drunner-2.html

hari-bhari · 04-17-2007, 12:14 PM

anyone having this issue:
if i plug it directly into the computer, it works fine, but if i plug it into a powered hub (even with all usb 2.0 devices), the audio comes through for about 10 seconds and then i get all static. if i switch stations, it works again for 10 seconds and then cuts out. this is a p4 1.6ghz, 512mb. what could it be?

crispyrabbi · 04-18-2007, 04:47 AM

Mine is through a usb-hub and I have not had any similar problems. It works pretty good now with it integrated in RR but I have had a few times the computer has frozen when going into radio mode. Not sure if that is because I have a newer winampversion or if it interferes with winamptv.....

SmoL · 04-18-2007, 06:10 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by hari-bhari

anyone having this issue:
if i plug it directly into the computer, it works fine, but if i plug it into a powered hub (even with all usb 2.0 devices), the audio comes through for about 10 seconds and then i get all static. if i switch stations, it works again for 10 seconds and then cuts out. this is a p4 1.6ghz, 512mb. what could it be?

I have a similar oc just have 1.5g ram i also use a hub and dont have this problem

hari-bhari · 04-18-2007, 10:57 AM

pardon my ignorance, but what is 'oc'? is it possible i have a defective unit. perhaps i should contact silabs.

ShawJohn · 04-18-2007, 11:10 AM

OC? Some context might help

hari-bhari · 04-18-2007, 11:20 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by SmoL

I have a similar oc just have 1.5g ram i also use a hub and dont have this problem

i was referring to the above post

muldrick · 04-18-2007, 12:04 PM

I didn't see it available anywhere.
If I find it, anyone interested in a group buy?

SmoL · 04-19-2007, 08:20 AM

sorry oc was typo oc=pc

trans_1 · 04-19-2007, 07:48 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by muldrick

I didn't see it available anywhere.
If I find it, anyone interested in a group buy?

I just checked Digi-Key, they had 6 in stock... Digi-Key part # is 336-1293-ND. I ordered one about 8 days ago, it came in today. I haven't soldered an external antenna connector to it yet, just using the wire and am very happy with the reception. Cost was $45.13 US shipped.

AyrtonSennaD · 04-20-2007, 12:35 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by trans_1

I just checked Digi-Key, they had 6 in stock... Digi-Key part # is 336-1293-ND. I ordered one about 8 days ago, it came in today. I haven't soldered an external antenna connector to it yet, just using the wire and am very happy with the reception. Cost was $45.13 US shipped.

thanks i place an order on mouser.com and it was backorder for like a week. I cancel the order and order one from Digi-key. There's only 3 left

muldrick · 04-20-2007, 03:21 PM

Me too. Now only 1 left

EDIT:
Got it yesterday, I did the "transfer.DLL to Radiator/plugin" directory.

I unplugged my cars' antenna, stripped the end off the usb antenna, and stuck it inside my cars' antenna plug, then reinstalled the antenna plug. Works pretty good, except I only have sound from my front speakers. I've messed with the settings, which didn't help any.
Anyone have some idea for me to try and get full (front and rear) sound?

jwlionking · 05-06-2007, 09:35 AM

Just ordered mine from Mouser.

FYI :

Stock: 36 Can Ship Immediately

On Order: 47 On Order View Delivery Dates

$35.00 each

I checked Digi-Key and they didn't have any in stock.

muldrick · 05-09-2007, 06:15 PM

Hooked mine up, did the solder job and used an antenna connector/wire from the junk yard.
Reception is rather a disappointment, but then I live in a rural area.
You guys have any suggestions? Maybe add another antenna on the right rear?
Think it would help?