DIY: Kenwood DNX6140 installed in my 370Z with Sirius and back up Cam (AK370Z)

bigaudiofanat · 03-04-2010, 10:41 PM

For the price I would go with the one AK used I have installed it on quite a few z's and they all work well probably better than the pioneer one.

stiso · 03-04-2010, 11:37 PM

Thought I'd throw in my 2 cents, first off thanks to big Matt for posting this install, I used it to install a DNX7140, works great.....Anyways I bought the same 30$ camera like everyone else from seasonsun200 on ebay, I installed the head unit, everything worked great Exept the backup camera. I was losing my mind triple checking all the connections, grounding wires etc. Checked the current and sure enough the camera was dead/NO PICTURE....emailed and got another camera all the way from fu$#ing Hong kong which gave a sh#ty picture and did the white out thing. Anyways all of you trying to save a buck may want to learn from my mistake playing russion roulette with these cheap cameras. I had to bite the bullet and ended up with the kenwood reverse camera from crutchfield, no problems day or night.......

Caldaga · 03-05-2010, 02:44 PM

This is really the way I feel about it also. It may be that you have had a bit of luck Matt, it may also be that you are doing something differently than the other people and thats why the ones you install work fine. However, I would rather put out a little money and know I am getting a quality product from a large name company that I trust.

Any ideas on if there is a different control than the PAC to make the steering wheel controls work? If not which PAC specifically do I need?

TreeSemdyZee · 03-05-2010, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Caldaga

This is really the way I feel about it also. It may be that you have had a bit of luck Matt, it may also be that you are doing something differently than the other people and thats why the ones you install work fine. However, I would rather put out a little money and know I am getting a quality product from a large name company that I trust.

Any ideas on if there is a different control than the PAC to make the steering wheel controls work? If not which PAC specifically do I need?

Not sure if there is another option, but the PAC model depends on your HU brand.

Kenwood would be the SWI-JACK.

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Caldaga · 03-05-2010, 07:37 PM

Thanks for the help, I ordered it. I think I have everything I need to get everything installed and good to go. Once everything is done I will post some pics.

TreeSemdyZee · 03-05-2010, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Caldaga

Thanks for the help, I ordered it. I think I have everything I need to get everything installed and good to go. Once everything is done I will post some pics.

You didn't order directly did you? They're pricey. Here's what I found on Amazon.

Amazon.com: PAC SWIJACK Steering Wheel Remote Interface: Automotive

labk888 · 03-06-2010, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by arcticreaver

dang, nice addition to your Z AK! wish there was something like this for touring edition.

I am confused, why wouldn't this setup work with the Touring model? Am I missing something obvious here?

bigaudiofanat · 03-07-2010, 01:00 AM

The touring has the bose system "I believe" so you would have to take everything out and start over. In that cae you could do something similar

Caldaga · 03-08-2010, 11:07 PM

I did find the PAC on Amazon and thats where I bought it from =).

TreeSemdyZee · 03-09-2010, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Caldaga

I did find the PAC on Amazon and thats where I bought it from =).

Whew! I was feeling pretty bad that I lead you down and expensive road.

AK370Z · 03-09-2010, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Sigur

I never did contact the seller about it. I figured it was one of those you get what you pay for kind of things. It is very useful for parking and backing with the lines on there as long as it's not sunny.

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Originally Posted by Rogue Z

hey ak can you post more picture of what exactly the rear cam is mounted to?

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Originally Posted by tonybui

Yeah sorry, I was asking you. Because my base model speakers are HORRIBLE. After you install this nav unit, is the sound better? Did you do any mods to the sound system or just plain stock?

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Originally Posted by bigaudiofanat

For the price I would go with the one AK used I have installed it on quite a few z's and they all work well probably better than the pioneer one.

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Originally Posted by stiso

Thought I'd throw in my 2 cents, first off thanks to big Matt for posting this install, I used it to install a DNX7140, works great.....Anyways I bought the same 30$ camera like everyone else from seasonsun200 on ebay, I installed the head unit, everything worked great Exept the backup camera. I was losing my mind triple checking all the connections, grounding wires etc. Checked the current and sure enough the camera was dead/NO PICTURE....emailed and got another camera all the way from fu$#ing Hong kong which gave a sh#ty picture and did the white out thing. Anyways all of you trying to save a buck may want to learn from my mistake playing russion roulette with these cheap cameras. I had to bite the bullet and ended up with the kenwood reverse camera from crutchfield, no problems day or night.......

Hey guys,

I have been seeing a lot of posts (and pms) asking me if I have any problem with my camera or does my camera white out in bright day light. I honestly have to say, I have zero issue! Morning, noon, afternoon or night, I have no issues with my camera. It does a pretty good job showing me the area as I'm backing up. So, I shot a video for you guys to see. Take a look:

If I remember correctly, I paid almost $40 (or $45) for my unit. Could it be possible that the seller stopped selling the expansive units? I think all the ones I see listed now are priced $26-30. Also, could it be that your mounting angle is not correct? It's more pointed toward the sky?

I'm very sorry if I have caused anyone any trouble to those who bought it and had a hard time with it. At this point, feel free to use ANY back up camera as you like.

AK370Z · 03-09-2010, 09:05 PM

So, today I was sitting in a drive thru (bank) and was pretty bored. So I grabbed my iphone and wanted to watch some YouTube videos. As I was playing the videos on YouTube, I saw this small icon on the right hand side on my iphone. Once I pressed it, I was able to hear the audio on the speakers. Pretty cool feature

I'm almost coming up on my one year anniversary of this unit on the Z. I must say, the built in GPS is very easy to use. Yesterday I took a 400 mile road trip (back and forth). At one point, I had to take an EXIT which had 3 different exit in it!

Basically, as soon as you take the exit, you must keep all the way to right and take another exit. Once you do that, right away you must stay left, and take another exit. Thanks to GPS's quick voice guide, I was able to take it without any issues.

bigaudiofanat · 03-09-2010, 11:33 PM

Time to upgrade those speakers AK.

kpyo2000 · 03-10-2010, 01:37 AM

bigaudiofanat, I'm not getting any radio station....what should I do?

bigaudiofanat · 03-10-2010, 07:33 AM

Check that your blue wire is connected to the blue wire of your new wiring harness of your radio. Make sure it is not wired to the blue wire on the factory harness.

03-04-2010, 10:41 PM	#226 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	For the price I would go with the one AK used I have installed it on quite a few z's and they all work well probably better than the pioneer one. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

03-04-2010, 11:37 PM	#227 (permalink)
stiso Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: z Posts: 42 Drives: z Rep Power: 15	Thought I'd throw in my 2 cents, first off thanks to big Matt for posting this install, I used it to install a DNX7140, works great.....Anyways I bought the same 30$ camera like everyone else from seasonsun200 on ebay, I installed the head unit, everything worked great Exept the backup camera. I was losing my mind triple checking all the connections, grounding wires etc. Checked the current and sure enough the camera was dead/NO PICTURE....emailed and got another camera all the way from fu$#ing Hong kong which gave a sh#ty picture and did the white out thing. Anyways all of you trying to save a buck may want to learn from my mistake playing russion roulette with these cheap cameras. I had to bite the bullet and ended up with the kenwood reverse camera from crutchfield, no problems day or night....... __________________ ...

03-07-2010, 01:00 AM	#233 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	The touring has the bose system "I believe" so you would have to take everything out and start over. In that cae you could do something similar __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

03-09-2010, 09:05 PM	#237 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	Cool Feature So, today I was sitting in a drive thru (bank) and was pretty bored. So I grabbed my iphone and wanted to watch some YouTube videos. As I was playing the videos on YouTube, I saw this small icon on the right hand side on my iphone. Once I pressed it, I was able to hear the audio on the speakers. Pretty cool feature I'm almost coming up on my one year anniversary of this unit on the Z. I must say, the built in GPS is very easy to use. Yesterday I took a 400 mile road trip (back and forth). At one point, I had to take an EXIT which had 3 different exit in it! Basically, as soon as you take the exit, you must keep all the way to right and take another exit. Once you do that, right away you must stay left, and take another exit. Thanks to GPS's quick voice guide, I was able to take it without any issues. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

03-09-2010, 11:33 PM	#238 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Time to upgrade those speakers AK. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

03-05-2010, 02:44 PM	#228 (permalink)
Caldaga Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Killeen Texas Posts: 9 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 15	This is really the way I feel about it also. It may be that you have had a bit of luck Matt, it may also be that you are doing something differently than the other people and thats why the ones you install work fine. However, I would rather put out a little money and know I am getting a quality product from a large name company that I trust. Any ideas on if there is a different control than the PAC to make the steering wheel controls work? If not which PAC specifically do I need?

03-05-2010, 07:37 PM	#230 (permalink)
Caldaga Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Killeen Texas Posts: 9 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 15	Thanks for the help, I ordered it. I think I have everything I need to get everything installed and good to go. Once everything is done I will post some pics.

03-08-2010, 11:07 PM	#234 (permalink)
Caldaga Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Killeen Texas Posts: 9 Drives: 09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 15	I did find the PAC on Amazon and thats where I bought it from =).

03-10-2010, 01:37 AM	#239 (permalink)
kpyo2000 Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hawaii Posts: 45 Drives: 09 370Z PW M6 Rep Power: 16	bigaudiofanat, I'm not getting any radio station....what should I do?

03-10-2010, 07:33 AM	#240 (permalink)
bigaudiofanat Car Audio Installer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Magnolia DE Posts: 8,342 Drives: 2012 Infiniti G37x Rep Power: 853	Check that your blue wire is connected to the blue wire of your new wiring harness of your radio. Make sure it is not wired to the blue wire on the factory harness. __________________ Need help with car audio or electronics? Let me know!! Need Help Let Me Know Direct email address reimermatt@gmail.com Owner of: Dynamic Mobile Audio Follow me below https://www.facebook.com/Dynamicmobileaudio/

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