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He's using it with a D2 which is a D-series. The D3 uses different discs though.

The Sync system is in addition to the audio system. The factory Nav system in Ford vehicles is a Pioneer AVIC based system.

Make sure you have selected your zone. The default zone is probably different.

I'm pretty sure that the 903FM(or close to that model#) will only display 8 chars of text.

I had both XM and Sirius installed. I now have a Sirius Stilleto 2 so I no longer have the Sirius module connected. The XM interface is 100x better than the Sirius. Please note that you can only use both if the XM receiver is the Pioneer model. You cannot use a Terk XM and DEI Sirius module together. I also have a BB Curve and the Bluetooth works great.

There are actually 6 speakers in the doors. Each door has 1 tweeter, 1 woofer and 1 subwoofer. The tweeter and woofer are mounted together on a plate and provide full range sound. They are run off of the factory HU's built-in amp. The D3 will provide the built-in amp to power these. You will use the harness adapter to connect these. The subwoofers are powered by an external amp. There is a harness adapter available to connect to that as well. I'm fairly certain that Crutchfield provides the kit that includes both harnesses.

I installed the D3 in my '06 GT. I also had the Shaker 500. The full-range speakers will use the amp in the D3. The only amp in the Shaker 500 system is for the subs in the doors. There is a wiring harness adapter that you can use to connect the D3 sub output to the factory sub-amp input. If you ordered the harness kit it should be in it.

I have this remote. Make sure both switches are set to AVH. I am able to scroll using the d-pad. iPod only allows next and previous from the remote. You still have to use the touchscreen to select the playlist.

The problem with the 8703e is that it's still running OS 4.1. It will probably take a OS 4.2 release to solve your problem.

The problem is that the Sirius and Terk XM tuners will fight each other. I tried this when I first bought my D3 because I already had both the PNR1 and the Terk XM tuners. I was able to get them both to work at power up but after about 5 mins the Sirius module would shut off and switch back to XM. Because even after the merger(if it's approved) both services will still operate. Supposedly you will be able to have both at a discount though. They will combine some channel content but not the two services.

It will only work if one is a Pioneer branded XM tuner and the other is a DEI branded Sirius tuner for Pioneer(PNR1 or PNR2). You cannot use a Terk XM and DEI Sirius module together.

I can only tell what I was told. My brother works for Sirius field testing equipment. I asked him what the differences were between the two. He stated that the PNR2 has a newer chipset in it. He also cited the performance differences I stated in addition to the two features you mentioned.

The PNR2 will only improve performance. Both channel changing and audio performance are supposed to be better on the PNR2.

Ok, I switched carriers from Sprint to AT&T. I have replaced my Moto Q with a Blackberry 8300 Curve. ALL features seem to work. I have not tested voice dialing. Service Provider: AT&T Wireless Phone-SW Version: Blackberry 8300(Curve)/4.2.2.89 & 4.2.2.146 Autoconnect: Yes Basic Function: (Make & Recieve a call, Call History, Preset Memory) Yes Phone Book Transfer: Yes, full transfer entire phone book Voice Calling: Yes, Seems to work, but haven't tested Signal & Battery Strength Indicator: Yes / Yes BT Audio Capable?: Yes and can be controlled from D3 direct

I think what your saying is you want to set waypoints to force a specific route to your destination. I'm not sure if that's possible but it should be if it isn't.

Well, they wouldn't tell me much but I think they said within 30 days or so. Don't hold me to that though.

I have a family member (sirius employee) who is actually testing it.

I can confirm there is a replacement in final testing but I cannot confirm what it adds in performance or features.

Well, it may have something to do with the new model coming out. I know for a fact(relative works for Sirius) that they are field testing a new Sirius tuner for Pioneer radios. It was described to me as a two part setup similar to the Terk XM tuners. What I don't know is if it will provide any better functionality with the D3 or be the same single-line deal. I will definitely be getting one when they are released.

If you hooked it up to your 'illumination' wire, or the headlight switch this is done already. I can see where he is coming from that it would be neat to have it switch on its own, but if you have to turn on the headlights anyway...why bother? Because in FL, and other states, you have to turn your headlights on during the day if it is raining or foggy. Most of the time the auto sensor would not determine it to be night so the screen would stay bright on it's own in that situation. Intelligence is always the best solution IMO.

By just adding a switch you will never be done with it. You will always have to turn the switch on and off. I would not bother with something like that personally. Having it "know" when to change is the best solution to me.

Like the ones for the automatic headlights in newer vehicles? Exactly like that. I can't imagine it would be that difficult. I wouldn't want to tap in to a factory sensor but add one. I was thinking about this after I posted. I might try to find one from an Explorer. I have one in my LS but I think an Explorer would be easier to find and cheaper. I have the D3 in my Mustang and it doesn't have that sensor anyway.

I wonder how difficult it would be to connect the illumination to some sort of day/night sensor? That would be sweet.

Actually, Sirius has the better satellite transmission. Sirius beams their signal at a much steeper angle so interference is less likely. XM has so many repeaters because they NEED them. Also, I have both XM and Sirius tuners with my D3. The sound quality of Sirius is so much better than XM. I have the latest XM tuner and the previous SIR-PNR1 Sirius tuner. The XM tuner is faster but the music is very flat.

The good news, if you go with an iPod, is there are a million(exaggerated a little) accessories that work directly with it. There are many home audio receivers that support iPod as well as alarm clocks, portable speakers, etc...