Pinout of the standard radio Kalina 2

Why is the standard option not suitable?

The standard instructions contain information about the connectors installed on the rear wall of the radio. The signal connector, which is designated by the letter “C,” contains three groups of contacts. Group “1-6” is just what you need to connect external equipment. Taking the signal from pins 1 and 2, it can be applied to the low-voltage inputs by extending the ground conductor from pin 3. This option is standard.

Wiring out the touch radio connector

However, do not rush to buy a terminal block suitable for the specified connector. We won't need it. According to reviews, the standard connection option has disadvantages:

Any external device (amplifier), along with the useful signal, receives high-frequency interference. We are talking about using connector C;
It would seem that HF interference is not dangerous for a subwoofer. However, by connecting its inputs to pins 2/3, you can observe the following effect: when you start the motor, a hum comes from the speaker.

These defects are irreparable. However, no one bothers you to use high-voltage outputs (connector B). But since the subwoofer is equipped with a low-voltage input, matching will be required. Looking ahead, let's say: a transformer is supposed to be used.

There really can be no complaints about the quality of the products produced. If you connect the radio outside the car body, these defects are absent.

Radio malfunctions and methods for diagnosing them

As you know, the Lada Largus is equipped with an audio system with a set of speakers already from the factory (depending on the configuration). The amplifiers are located in the front and rear door panels. To connect non-original speakers, several wiring harnesses are provided (including for increasing power using an amplifier when connecting a subwoofer). Since the connector plugs do not comply with the current standard, to connect another head unit you will need to additionally purchase adapters.

A standard car radio sometimes brings not only the pleasure of listening to music, but also some problems. The device may not work or function incorrectly for various reasons. In general, the list of faults includes only those that an ordinary driver (without special knowledge of electrical engineering) can fix with his own hands, without the need to contact a specialized center.

Standard audio preparation

Using my station wagon as an example, I would like to write a little about the standard audio preparation of the Lada Kalina. As far as I know now, all cars, starting with the “norm” configuration, have audio preparation, which includes:

Plugs for connecting the radio
Wires for front speakers
Wires for rear speakers

Now I will describe everything with photographs and in more detail below. So, the plugs for connecting the radio are located under the plug below the heater control unit. If you remove this plug, there will be two gray and brown connectors.

The radio is connected very simply, gray color is up, brown color is down. As for the wires in the front doors, to get to them you need to remove the front door trim. The example below shows the conclusions already in the door trim cut under the column:

But at first we had to search a little for the rear ones; on the left side the wire was quickly found, since it was located near the trunk light:

And the right one is located under the trunk trim, glued with tape to the metal of the rear arch, so you will first have to look for it with your hand under the trim or remove it altogether. Here is an example of the already routed wires:

Many potassium growers wrote that they don’t have any wires even at the “normal” level, but I was convinced of the opposite. For example, my 2011 Kalina Station Wagon. I tried to connect the rear wires to the speaker, everything works fine, the music flows. So installing music with standard audio preparation is as easy as shelling pears.

Two configurations and two schemes

In the “Norma” version, if it has a central locking system, you can use two control wires. Ground is supplied to one of them if the locks need to be opened, and to the second one if the locks need to be closed. The period of connection to ground should take 0.7 seconds, and most alarms have such a setting.

If we talk about the “Lux” configuration, the control wires will not help us here. The relay contacts built into the alarm will have to be connected to the breaks in the power cords. Despite all the complexity, there were no complaints about this scheme, and we will consider it right now.

The “luxury” option is the most complex

First you need to make sure that the central locking system in the car is really connected according to the “Lux” scheme. The control button located on the door must be trigger (non-latching). If you have exactly this type of car, you will have to tinker. It will be necessary to extend 4 power cables to the signaling unit. These cords, in turn, must go from the break point of the two standard wires (yellow-white and yellow-black). Find them in the bundle under the threshold.

Any alarm system is supplied with two relays, one of which is activated for closing, the second for unlocking the locks. Power cables drawn from the break points are connected to the relay contacts.

The part of the yellow-white wire that goes to the actuators is connected to the common contact. Another relay contact (normally closed) is connected to the second half of the cable. They connect to the yellow-black wire in a similar way, but here an opening relay is used, not a locking one. Each of the normally open contacts receives power.

Any power wiring is supplied with power through a fuse.

In our case, the rating “15 Amperes” is used. Immediately before installation, you need to call the pair of wires that are directed to the actuators. The probe should show a value of 1.2 - 1.3 Ohms. And of course, when performing installation work, you first need to remove the negative terminal from the battery. Be careful!

Connection option for “Norma”

Let's say there is a switch in the driver's door, but it has two fixed positions. Then it will be easy to connect the alarm. You will need to make not 4, but 2 taps, and not from the power cords, but from two signal cords. There is no need to make breaks, just make a T-shaped connection. The diagram here looks standard:

You can complete the installation without breaking the wires at all.

In the circuit discussed above, there is no fuse. We connected to the signal wiring, not the power wiring, and theoretically we can not be afraid of any short circuits. Still, it is better to insulate the free terminals on the signaling. The same applies to all connection points.

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Not long ago, AVTOVAZ began producing the Lada Kalina with a head unit. Previously, radio installation in Kalina was offered only by dealers in car showrooms as an additional service that was paid for by the client. Now the buyer has a choice between installing a music system with his own hands or buying a car with a head unit already installed.

Kalina sound installed

Technical characteristics of the head unit in the Kalina Lux selection:

2DIN touch screen;
presence of stereo radio;
ability to play multimedia files;
ability to synchronize with a mobile phone;
works with bluetooth.

Device development - WindowsCE 6.0. RAM - 128 MB. 5th generation CPU. These features cannot but please fans of AvtoVAZ products, because now driving a car has become much more enjoyable.

Kalina Radio Recorder: The Norma's technical specifications differ from the luxurious lack of a touch screen, Bluetooth connectivity and mobile phone synchronization. The size of the radio is 1DIN, removable panel. Some trim levels have 4 speakers and an antenna. The radio receives a wide range of radio waves, can play discs of different sizes, and work with USB drives and SD cards.

It's also funny that the car with the walkie-talkie went through all the special tests before going to the masses. They have been tested at extremely low and very high temperatures, and electrical compatibility has been verified by simulating the radio interference range.

When choosing a radio in your car, you must decide which media to use as the main one. This will save money. If, for example, a car enthusiast is sure that he does not need a CD or tape recorder, then why pay for a radio using these functions.

How to install a 2 din radio receiver Pioneer AppRadio SPH-DA110 in Lada Granta (OK)?

For those who choose CD players, there is one small drawback that manufacturers are trying to combat - loss of music fragments due to shaking while traveling. But progress is not in place, and the mechanics are improving. Having an ISO in the car and, accordingly, in the audio device will simplify the connection. The presence of a USB adapter allows you to play music from different media.

When choosing a radio, you should pay attention to the power characteristics. They have the most and a low threshold. Higher power is rarely used except in extreme situations. The choice should be made according to the rated power, in other words, the one that is used in most cases. Often, manufacturers indicate only the highest values on the packaging, so when choosing, you should carefully consider the annotation (passport), and not the box.

How to connect a rear view camera

The standard multimedia system, when reverse gear is engaged, supplies a camera supply voltage of 6.2 V to pin C7 (mini-ISO connector). And the Mekede radio on Android only receives 12 volts to pin 6 (section K) and does not supply the power supply voltage for the camera. To connect a 6V camera, you will have to make a voltage level converter using a 7805C stabilizer and two 1N4148 diodes. As a result, a voltage of 6.6 V is formed at the output of the converter. You can also get by with one 6 V stabilizer 7806 (KR142EN5B) without using two additional diodes.

The process of controlling the Android radio using the buttons on the steering wheel is shown in the video:

Let us remind you that we previously published a review of alternative 2DIN radios for Lada Vesta.

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Video review of the radio

The standard radio for Kalina 2 and Grant has all the necessary functions for a modern car. The audio system works flawlessly, there are no freezes, all operations are performed instantly. The build quality is at a high level. The only disadvantage is the lack of a CD/DVD drive, but nowadays discs are becoming a thing of the past. The standard radio of the Lada Kalina 2 and Granta without an LCD display is a good alternative for those who find physical buttons more convenient than a sensor.

Download the manual for operating the radio (from page 173): To download files you need to log in to the website

Let us remind you that AvtoVAZ installs radios with an LCD display on the “Lux” configuration.

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How to connect a radio

Connecting the head unit depends on the vehicle modification. When installing the radio, you need to firmly snap the ISO plugs in place, and then reinstall the antenna connector.

If the product is equipped with a wired remote control, it is located on the steering column or the front of the instrument panel. The wire is laid inside the panel along the standard lines of the electrical harnesses.

With 2 speakers

The 2-speaker circuit is used only on cargo vans; the loudspeakers are located in the doors under the plastic panels.

The radio is ready for use immediately after connecting to the standard connectors. The car owner can install additional speakers in the cabin by laying separate speaker wires to them.

With 4 speakers

On passenger versions, 4 speakers are used, which improves the sound quality in the cabin. The wiring has a separate harness leading to the speakers in the rear doors.

How to use

When the Aux connector is detected on the car radio, the driver tries to determine what it is and how to use this function. The system can be found in many devices that reproduce sound. However, older cassette players or older versions of CD radios do not have a line-out. But this does not mean that a car enthusiast will not be able to connect a player or smartphone to play his music on the speakers.

To start listening to music in the car, you will need to determine how the playback device is connected via Aux and start listening to music from other sources. If the radio has an AUX plug, then to start using it you need a wire, where the jack size should be 3.5 mm. On the other side of the adapter there are several connectors for connecting an external device. If the corresponding output is not found on the player, then the car owner is able to make it himself. After connecting the playback device, you can listen to music.

How to enable AUX

If AUX was originally built into the car radio, then the system will need to unlock it. To enable Aux on the radio as a device that sends a signal to the speakers, you need to put the player in standby mode. To do this, press the SRC button, then enter the menu using MENU. You will need to hold the button until the system is activated. In the menu, scroll the right control knob to toggle Aux. The car radio display may show AUX ON/OFF, which indicates whether the input is on or off.

After the radio display says that Aux is on, press the MENU button. This will help you log out and save your settings. Then you can connect the AUX wire to the radio.

Bluetooth adapter

If for some reason it is impossible to use standard adapters, then you can purchase a Bluetooth adapter. The device connects to any 3.5 mm jack connector. In the car radio, the Bluetooth adapter is connected to the AUX input. The device wirelessly transmits an audio signal. The advantages of connecting AUX with a Bluetooth adapter include:

Wireless signal transmission. Wires in the cabin interfere with the driver and look ugly.
High-quality audio codec. Playback of audio tracks occurs without jamming, and a clean signal is output.
Convenient and easy to use. The adapter is connected directly to AUX and connected to the car radio without additional actions or manipulations; To turn it on, press the button.
Output sound from multiple devices. The adapter provides for connecting 2-3 external devices.
Bluetooth is easy to use. You can switch music or adjust the volume using your voice or remote control; if necessary, use the buttons on the device body.

An adapter connected via AUX to a player in a car costs around 500 rubles. Minor disadvantages include the fact that the device requires recharging.

Cable

In addition to the adapter, there is a special AUX cable for the car radio, which is sold in a car equipment store. It can be found in the accessories section. Sometimes the adapter is already included in the factory configuration.

In this case, the connector should be on one side, as for 3.5 mm jack headphones, and on the other, intended for a smartphone or other external device with music. To connect the cable to the radio, you will need to connect the Aux in the menu, and then you should not confuse the 2 outputs and insert the plug into the Aux labeled “IN”.

Stages of dismantling the Kalina radio

Car owners do not always install a radio in an empty place. Often, before installing a new audio system, you have to dismantle the standard one. Many drivers are not satisfied with its quality and characteristics. In addition, according to reviews from car owners, the standard radio very quickly begins to “freeze”, “slow down” and “glitch”. That is why the owner of a Lada Kalina car first has to remove the existing audio system, and only then install a new one, chosen independently.

Stages of removing the original Kalina radio:

dismantle the top removable panel;
remove the plastic frame;
using the keys included with the standard radio, remove the system from the tunnel: insert the keys into the sides of the radio and pull it towards you;
disconnect the connectors with wires and the antenna.

You can install the radio with the help of specialists in a specialized center. But it’s realistic to do everything yourself, because there’s nothing complicated about it. The procedure takes no more than two hours, it all depends on skill and experience.

Car enthusiasts can give their stock radio another chance by tuning it. Reflashing the software settings will make the interface more convenient, the performance and service life of the device will increase.

Nuances of installing an audio system

Dismantling of the standard audio system is completed

Without knowing all the intricacies of connecting the radio, it will be impossible to carry out the installation correctly, as a result this will lead to rapid discharge of the battery.

Connect the radio in parallel sequence with the red and yellow wires. This connection allows the system to be turned on and off only using a button on the panel of the device itself. Sometimes the radio circuit is specially designed so that the amplifier is powered in standby mode. Such a system consumes more energy, so the battery drains quickly.

What is the correct installation of a radio? To begin with, you should highlight 4 main wires, each of which has its own color and performs a specific function. The black wire goes to ground, the yellow one provides power to the memory and the audio system itself, the red one provides a signal to turn on the MMC, and the blue one turns on the antenna and other possible devices.

Before connecting, professionals recommend assembling a simple circuit that will allow you to connect the radio through the ignition, due to which the battery will be charged much longer. When working with wires and circuits, you will need to pinout the connector. This will make the circuit easier to work with and understand.

The circuit is assembled in the following order:

The joints can be protected with special cambrics - this will avoid breakdowns.

Before connecting the circuit, you will have to remove the radio and the slide; it is not necessary to remove the console.

All wires must be connected in the correct order:

The previously assembled board can be secured inside the torpedo with a fixed tie. When connecting all contacts, only the soldering method, insulated with heat shrink, is used. Screwing of wires is excluded. Before starting work, be sure to disconnect the battery.

Installation and connection

Hyundai car radio connector pinout

Hyundai car radios (see 2 din Hyundai car radios: review and installation) can be installed and connected from scratch with your own hands. This process is creative and does not require any special knowledge. It is enough to use the pinout presented above and some important points that we provide below.

Built-in and stationary

First of all, you need to remember that car radios can be installed differently. Head units can be built-in or stationary. Built-in ones today are most often found with a removable front panel. As for car radios built-in on skids, they are less common.

Installation of radio Kalina 2 station wagon