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Apple CarPlay Enhances Safety for Lake City Honda Civic Owner

February 26, 2019 By JOey Knapp Leave a Comment

Honda Civic CarPlayRecently we were contacted via email by a mother looking to upgrade the radio in her daughter’s Honda Civic.  In our email we outlined different radio options for the Civic.  To enhance the safety of the daughter’s driving we suggested a Sony radio with Apple CarPlay for the Honda Civic.  The mother liked the idea of the handsfree control of the radio so we set up an appointment for the installation.

Honda Civic CarPlay Radio

Honda Civic CarPlay
Many different audio apps can be streamed to the radio now.
Honda Civic CarPlay
Apple Maps, Google Maps or Waze can be used with Apple CarPlay.
Honda Civic CarPlay
Safe use of the smartphone while driving is now available in this Honda.

The generation of Honda Civic the client owns requires a fairly large dash kit for installation.  We have used a number of different kits over the years and now use the one pictured in the photos.  It offers the best paint match and positioning of the radio.  Our technicians installed the radio using the kit and mounted the handsfree microphone and routed the USB cable to the lower console.  The Sony radio works great with Apple CarPlay.  The client’s daughter can now use navigation, audio streaming and handsfree texting, all from her phone and all without taking her hands off the steering wheel.

Infinity Speaker Upgrade

Honda Civic CarPlay
The foam surround on the front speakers was falling apart.

As with any radio installation after the radio is mounted and wired up we go through and setup all of the radio adjustments.  We typically set the clock, save local radio presets and turn off any demo mode settings.  While we were checking the sound of the radio and speakers we noticed that the front door speakers sounded like they were in bad shape.  We let the client know and she requested we upgrade them while we were working on the car.  After removing the door panels we found that the foam surrounds that support the speaker cone were disintegrating.  We replaced both front speakers with new Infinity speakers.  The Infinity speakers made a big improvement in sound for the front of the Civic.

Backup Camera

One of the options we presented the mother with was a backup camera.  The Sony radio can accept a backup camera and will automatically display the output of the camera on the screen when the car is put into reverse.  The mother declined the camera for the initial installation but is interested in one for a future upgrade.  For more information on Apple CarPlay and how to get it in your vehicle, call or contact us here.

Filed Under: Car Audio, FEATURED INSTALLATIONS Tagged With: Apple CarPlay, Civic, Honda, Infinity, Radios, Sony, Speakers

Repeat Client Comes to Pinnacle for Square Body Chevy Radio

February 19, 2019 By JOey Knapp Leave a Comment

Chevy RadioA local repeat client recently came to Pinnacle Autosound to get a new radio for his square body Chevy truck.  We reviewed the client’s needs for a new radio and taking into account his happiness with Sony radios in the past, we recommended a Sony radio for his new truck.  The client liked the plan and we scheduled him a time to drop the truck off.

Chevy Radio Installation

Chevy RadioThe radio location in the C10 Chevy dash is in the lower bottom corner.  The factory radio was a shaft-mounted style radio.  To install the new DIN size radio requires a bit of fabrication.  The opening for the factory radio has to be enlarged to make room for the new radio.  Once the hole is enlarged there is a bit of plastic missing on the top and bottom of the opening.  To cover those extra holes, our technicians created a plastic trim ring that covered over the extra holes.  The radio mounting frame is mounted through the trim ring, and attached to the dash.

Future Upgrades

The client was happy with his new radio installation, and really liked the trick cover for the USB port.  We hope to  have the truck back in the near future to add new speakers and some bass to round out the system.  If you are looking to upgrade the audio in your classic truck or car, stop by today or contact us here for more information.

Filed Under: Classic Car Audio, Custom Fabrication, FEATURED INSTALLATIONS Tagged With: C10, Chevrolet, Radios, Sony

Toyota Corolla Audio System Upgrade for Lake City Client

September 10, 2018 By JOey Knapp Leave a Comment

Corolla AudioA client recently brought her Toyota to us here at Pinnacle Autosound for a Corolla audio and technology upgrade.  She wanted a safer way to interact with her phone while driving and also needed new speakers.  We put together a plan for her car and started to work.

Apple CarPlay Radio Upgrade

Toyota Corolla
Apple CarPlay was the star of this Corolla audio upgrade.
Toyota Corolla
The USB port gives the client easy access for plugging in her phone.
Toyota Corolla
The microphone makes sure the client’s conversation are easily heard.

To assist with the client’s driving safety a Sony touch screen radio with Apple CarPlay was installed.  This will allow the client to have handsfree control over many functions of her phone.  Some of the new features she will gain are: on-screen navigation,  speech-to-text messaging, and numerous audio streaming sources.  The Sony radio is Bluetooth enabled, so the client can make and receive handsfree calls while driving.  Our technicians mounted the microphone for the radio at the top corner of the windshield, for maximum performance.  Plugging in her phone to the radio was made easier by a remote USB port that was installed in her console.

Corolla Audio Upgrade by JL Audio

Toyota Corolla
The JL Audio speakers easily fit behind the factory grilles.

To address the problem of the anemic sounding front door speakers our techs installed a set of JL Audio C1 coaxial speakers in the factory locations.  The JL Audio speakers, paired with the new Sony radio, give the client much more output, clarity and response.  If she ever decides to add an amplifier to the system, the JL C1 speakers can also handle a bit of power, too!

Backup Camera for Additional Safety

Toyota Corolla
To securely mount the camera the trim panel was removed from the car.
Toyota Corolla
The wiring enters the trunk through a hole protected with a plastic grommet.
Toyota Corolla
The camera wiring was neatly secured to the factory wires.
Toyota Corolla
Once we finished our work on the factory loom it looked completely stock.
Toyota Corolla
Backing up is much safer thanks to the addition of the backup camera.

The final step in the upgrades on this Toyota Corolla was the addition of a backup camera.  The camera was mounted just above the license plate on a plastic trim panel.  The camera was secured to the plastic with stainless steel bolts to ensure a lifetime of use.  The wiring for the camera was neatly routed with the factory wiring.  To maintain a factory look in the trunk, the tape on the OEM wire loom was cut and our wires were inserted.  Then the OEM wire loom was re-taped, leaving it looking like we were never there.  The backup safety system also includes guidelines to help the client judge when she is getting too close to an object.

Audio & Technology from Pinnacle Autosound

If you have a car, truck, boat, golf cart or side-by-side that needs an audio or technology upgrade come see or contact us at Pinnacle Autosound.  We offer a wide range of products to fit anyone’s budget.  Topped with our award-winning installations, our solutions can’t be beat!

Filed Under: Backup Safety, Bluetooth, Car Audio, FEATURED INSTALLATIONS, Navigation, Smartphone Integration Tagged With: Apple CarPlay, Corolla, JL Audio, Radios, Sony, Speakers, Toyota

Smartphone Integration at its Best with Apple CarPlay

December 27, 2017 By JOey Knapp Leave a Comment

Apple CarPlayIt seems our lives are getting busier and busier.  Thankfully, there is a tool that can help make your time on the road a little more productive.  Apple CarPlay can help you knock-out some of your workload while you drive. Is it after hours and time to relax on the drive home?  Apple CarPlay has you covered for that as well!

What is Apple CarPlay?

Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay is a software developed by Apple in March of 2014.  The goal of the project was to integrate popular smartphone apps with the car radio and have them be voice-controlled.  Using the powerful Siri voice engine, CarPlay can automate sending text messages, making phone calls, music listening and more.

SAFE Texting While Driving

Apple CarPlayAlmost everyone has been in the situation where they have received potentially important text while driving.  Maybe it was a change of plans for a dinner date, or possibly a few more things that need to be picked up from the market.  Before CarPlay, your only safe choice was to wait until you got to your destination to read it, or pull over.  Thanks to Apple CarPlay, texting while driving is now safe.  If you receive a text while you are driving, you will be alerted on the radio screen and have the option of having the text read to you over the car audio system.  Want to reply?  No problem, you can verbally reply, using Siri as your personal assistant.  Siri even reads the text back to you before it is sent, to make sure it is correct.

Integrated Navigation

Apple CarPlayOne of the great things about CarPlay is being able to use the navigation from your phone on your car radio.  Now, instead of a little 5″ screen that is unsafe to look at while driving, you have the option for a 6″, 7″ or even 8″ on which to see the maps.  Thanks again to the Siri engine, you don’t even have to look at the screen if you don’t want to.  Voice controls allow you to input a destination, and audible prompts are given for route guidance.  CarPlay seamlessly handles muting your audio sources to let you know of an upcoming turn or lane change.

Numerous Audio Sources

It seems like almost everyone uses their smartphones for listening to music.  Whether it is iTunes, Pandora, Spotify, or iHeartRadio, Apple CarPlay has you covered.  Just recently, Tidal and SiriusXM were also added to the Apple CarPlay library of sources.  We look forward to more and more audio source becoming available on CarPlay as time goes on.

Expert Integration

Apple CarPlay does a great job integrating your phone with your car.  Let Pinnacle Autosound do a great job integrating a new Apple CarPlay radio into your car.  We sell radios with CarPlay capability from Kenwood and Sony.  Stop by today to see Apple CarPlay first hand.  If you have other questions or need to make an appointment, feel free to use our online contact form.

 

Filed Under: ARTICLES, Car Audio, Navigation, Smartphone Integration Tagged With: Apple CarPlay, Kenwood, Radios, Sony

Lake City, Florida Client Adds Tahoe Boat Audio System

February 4, 2017 By JOey Knapp Leave a Comment

Boat AudioAs the name implies, Lake City, Florida has quite a few lakes in it. In addition there are numerous rivers and two oceans, all within driving distance. As a result of all this water, we see quite a few boats here at Pinnacle Autosound. The owner of this Tahoe came to us for a boat audio system so he could enjoy some of his music while on the water.

Speaker Upgrade For Increased Clarity And Definition

Boat AudioThe first thing we needed to address on this boat were the speakers. The boat had a molded spot in the fiberglass for 6.5″ speakers. We added Sony marine coaxial speakers to this location. The client now would have full-range sound that was easily heard anywhere on the boat.

Radio Upgrade Offers Numerous Audio Sources

Boat AudioThe next area we upgraded was the source unit. Again we called on the Sony brand, specifically their marine-grade radios. This radio gives the client AM/FM tuning capability as well as the ability to play CD’s. To further expand the playing options, the radio also has an 1/8″ audio jack input. This lets the client plug in any audio player that has a headphone jack.

Stop By Today To Upgrade Your Boat Audio System

The speakers and radio upgrade on this boat made a huge difference in the enjoyment the client had while out in his boat. Here at Pinnacle Autosound we specialize in boat audio. Stop by with your boat today or contact us here so we can discuss all of our upgrade options.

Filed Under: INSTALLATIONS, Marine Audio Tagged With: Sony

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