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FOR SALE Pioneer CD Changer
Upon further research, I've found out that the Pioneer CDX-M30 will not
be able to mate with my BMW/Pioneer head unit. My head unit's model
number is KE93ZBM. When I press the PROG and MINUS buttons I get
"PIO2" or "P102" depending on the reader. Apparently, BMW changed the
data chip in late 1994 builddate cars (mine was about Sept. '94 build)
to prevent exactly what I'm trying to do - which is to use the Pioneer
CDX-M30.
The cd changer will work pre-late 1994 builddate cars. From my notes,
these model numbers would definitely work
KE83ZBM
CM5901
KE91ZBM
or having the codes when you press the PROG and MINUS key:
"Alpine"
"Alpine1"
"Alpine2"
"PIO"
"PIO1"
It would definitely would NOT WORK with "PIO2" or "Alpine5". I cannot
say for anything else. Some units may also require swapping pins 12
and 13 on the connector. This can easily be verified by checking
continuity from the radio end of the cable to the trunk end of the cable.
The Pioneer CDX-M30 changer is brand new and unused, not mounted, still
has its original box, wrappings and all paperwork, and is EXACTLY 2
days old today (Tuesday). I'm selling the cd changer, 2 EXTRA 6 disc
holders, and the adapter cable for $360 plus shipping. For
comparison, the changer alone is $469 and $440 from two different
local stores. The extra disc holders are about $20 each and the
adapter is $30.
Please e-mail me privately with your radio model number or radio code
when you press the PROG and MINUS keys together. You can also call me
at (716) 427-3502 work or (716) 271-2376 home.
Thanks,
Armand Aquino
BMW CCA Board Member
Genesee Valley Chapter
Newsletter Editor
P.S. - On another note, I also inquired about getting a whole new
aftermarket head unit and CD changer for about $700 such as Sony or
Alpine. I was told by the installer that they would have to charge an
extra $100 for my particular BMW since BMW made it more difficult to
connect to the amplifier. This also involves a good amount of
teardown in the interior-something I'm not willing to do. Also, the
top of the line Sony changer only has 92dB Signal to Noise ratio while
the Pioneer has 97dB. Newer models tend to be lower spec'ed to keep
costs low, I've been told. So my only recourse (only recourse for
people with "PIO2" radios) is to get the BMW version of the Pioneer
CDX-M30 for about $500. That's a HUGE difference in price for adding
a BMW sticker.