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Call me stupid (many do), but why can't you just use a Y adaptor? I don't
really see why that would be a problem. I think better advice would be to
try a Y adaptor first as this is the cheaper option. I see absolutely no
way that any harm could come of it.

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"MZ" wrote in message
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I've got a 2003 Honda Element EX with a single aux mini-jack input on
the factory stereo. I've had an XM SkyFi plugged in there for the
oast year and it sounds fine. I want to add my Sirius PNP3 to the car
as well (I'm on the road all the time) and use the same aux input, if
possible, rather than FM modulation, for optimal sound quality.
Obviously, I wouldn't have both on at the same time.

Can I just use a mini-jack y-cable, like the kind found at Radio
Shack? I've called local car stereo places and have gotten both "oh
sure no problem" to "no way man" answers. One place recommended I try
to get a minijack A/V switch.

Do I run a risk of blowing up my radios? Will the sound suffer? Any
other ideas?

Thanks in advance!


You can't "Y" two sources together. You need to buy a switch. They have
A/V switches at Walmart. Radio Shack used to have audio switches.