What DIN size works in these cars? It looks like the depth along the top edge is the limiting factor. How much depth is there, my dash is all together (now) with standard AM and I can't easily measure it. I have AC, or is it the heater box thats in the way? uzzled:
All I know is DIN is the in-dash receiver size code designation (it is designated by one or two letters). First you must determine from a chart what code the particular car model has, and then you can choose any receiver (head unit) that matches that DIN code and you can be assured it will fit. The DIN-size receivers fit into a rectangular shaped hole in the dash; a metal sleeve is usually used to mount the head unit to the hole in the dash. Still don't know what the acronym means My problem is the standard charts do not go back to 1972, but a DIN sleeve could be fitted into the plastic face plate and supported somewhere underneath.
DIN refers to the way an instrument is mounted, ie - rails or sleeves, etc. I have been trying to find out what the letters DIN stand for, but have nad no luck.
See this thread for directions about how to install a din style reciever. http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=7768
Thanks. I had never heard the term before I saw it in a Crutchfield catalog about 5 years ago. I thought it had something to do with the wiring harness connector. I guess not having installed car stereo systems with the frequency (no pun intended) I did 20 years ago has left me out of touch.
The term DIN was used in the computer industry long before the car radio market. Actually, industrial audio equipment used DIN connectors for quite a while, and as far back as the 70's or before. DIN stands for Deutsche Industrie Norm. Translated meaning German Industry Standard. It can mean connectors or installation dimensions as well now. Anything that is a "standard" size. Mike:Smarty:
And I thought "din" was the sound my wife makes when she wants me to do work around the house. Ummm - Craig, I'm still waiting for a digital camera donation. :laugh:
DIN style receivers Hey everyone, DIN refers to the size of the face part of your receiver, regular DIN receivers fit most stock locations of radios. What you would normally see on a CD player, about two inches or so, where as 1 1/2 DIN means it would fit stock locations of vehicles who had the bigger units like the GM's big deck. See any Blazer or full-size GM car and you'll know what I mean. That style that is bigger than normal CD players so you have to use an adapter for your mounting hardware. Or you have the double DIN. This would fit huge locations which would utilize a CD and Cassette player in one big unit. Have only seen a couple of cars which this would replace the original deck though. Usually a custom item for your ride. Aaron
