Allows you to use the factory dash controls to operate Alpine, Kenwood, JVC, or Clarion head units that are equipped with an input for a "steering wheel adapter". The DCI provides all the functions of the original Honda controls plus additional functions and features not available with the stock setup or any other "steering wheel adapter". Because after-market head units don't all use the same command sets there are some slight differences in how they operate with the DCI, so you may want to review the DCI instructions in the "Manuals & Help" tab.
For Alpine only - if you are thinking of using the Alpine KTP-445 amp see this new Plug-n-Play Bridge Mode harness.
Available Options:
- Plug-n-Play Adapter Harness ($25) - Install your new head unit and DCI with no wire splicing! (Alpine, Kenwood, and JVC only). For Kenwood and JVC see pics to verify "new" or "old" head unit connector. Not all models work.
- DCI-S2000 Adapter Harness ($15) - Plugs directly into the S2000 stereo harness and the DCI, you will have to splice the head unit wires to this harness (8 wires, 12 if you have rear speakers)
- No Adapter Harness - You will have to splice all wires between the DCI, S2000 stereo harness, and the head unit (14 wires, 18 if you have rear speakers)
- SCV Wiring Kit ($3.50) - Requires running the supplied wire from the DCI to behind the passenger dash. No special tools needed, see feature details below
Help finding compatible head units
Features of the Wired DCI
- Small adapter unit - about 1.5" x 2"
- Provides 9 control functions using the 5 stock dash switches. See function charts on head Unit links above.
- No complicated programming required - just set your head unit brand on the dip switches and it's ready to operate.
- Auto-repeat function built-in - press and hold VOLUME UP, and the volume will increase rapidly as the command is repeated. Auto-repeat works on other functions too, meaning features like 'track fast-forward' will work if you press and hold the NEXT TRACK button combo, just like they do with the factory remote control.
- Optional Speed Controlled Volume function (SCV) - (requires SCV Wiring Kit) An exclusive Modifry Products feature enabled by connecting one additional wire to the S2000's speedometer circuit. The DCI will then automatically raise and lower the volume based on vehicle speed. No more fiddling with the volume control when background and wind noise increases as you speed up. Details here
- Mute Function Included - unlike other steering wheel adapters, the DCI works perfectly with the S2000 Mute button. Plus, if your head unit has a dedicated "Interrupt" or "ATT" wire the DCI can be set to pause music playback, completely muting the audio.
Installation & Operation Instructions - DCI-3 for Alpine, Kenwood, JVC, Clarion
Troubleshooting Tips
| No, but that's not the DCI's fault. There is not a single after-market head unit that uses remote control commands like the OEM radio. The OEM radio will change from CD to AM to FM with a single button (MODE). All after-market head units require 2 separate buttons to do this; one button changes from CD to Radio, the other changes from AM to FM. In fact, some head units need 3 buttons because they have separate buttons for AM and FM. Also, the OEM radio will advance CD tracks or Radio presets with a single button (CH), but all after-market head units use separate buttons for these functions. The arrangement of remote control commands on after-market head units means we need 4 or 5 buttons to do what the OEM system did with only 2. Fortunately, the marvels of modern science allow us to do all the OEM commands and more, while using the same set of dash controls. We just do it differently. Check out the DCI manual on the "Manuals" tab for more information |
| Alpine, Clarion, JVC, and Kenwood |
| All it takes is money and time. Contact us for more information. |
| That's really a function of your head unit, not the DCI. In most cases the DCI performs navigation commands for Next/Previous Track and Next/Previous Disk/Folder. If, when using the head unit's hand-held remote, those buttons operate the iPod/iPhone then the DCI will too. But be careful, sometimes head unit manufacturers don't put all the iPod/iPhone commands on their remote, which forces you to use the controls on the head unit to perform those commands, whether you're using a DCI or not. |
| No. At this time the DCI is a custom S2000-only product. |
It allows you to install our DCI and an after-market HU without cutting the factory wiring, so it's up to you if you want to use one. Most owners prefer it for several reasons:
1) you avoid any warranty issues that might arise due to cut wires
2) you can do the splicing outside the car (on a workbench) and then just plug the connectors together when you install the new HU
3) it makes it easy to re-install the factory radio if you sell the car or just want it back to stock |
| You can use adapter harnesses made by other manufacturers, but chances are they won't have wires for the Dash Switch and Dash Mute Circuits. The DCI Adapter Harness is specially made with these additional wires. If you use another adapter you can still install the DCI, you'll just have to splice into the factory wiring for these two connections (which is shown in the installation instructions). Most stereo stores charge $10 to $15 for the adapter. Ours is $15 and includes a simple plug-in connector for the DCI, so all together our harness saves you from making seven additional wire splices. |
| While you don't need the factory remote itself, you do need a head unit that is capable of remote control. Most remote-capable head units come with a remote, but some manufacturers sell the remote separately, so in that case you can save the cost of the remote by using the DCI. Or if you've lost the remote or are buying a used head unit that is missing the original remote you're in good shape - the DCI will work fine. |
| No. You are stuck with the button layout built into the DCI, partly because of the way the head unit works and partly because I had to standardize on some things. If you really need special button programming, I do offer custom programming. |
| There is a 2-part warranty for DCIs. First, you get Modifry's 30-day money-back guarantee that allows you to return any product, for any reason, within 30 days of purchase. Up to 1 year from the date of purchase the DCI is guaranteed against defects in materials and workmanship and will be repaired or replaced (my option) if returned to us. The buyer must bear the cost of returning the DCI for repair; we will pay for the repair and for return shipping. DCI's being returned for refund or repair must have prior approval. Products returned without authorization will likely sit in a corner until you contact me. Beyond the 1 year warranty, DCI's will be repaired (if possible), for a nominal charge. Please contact me before returning a DCI for repair. |
