How do i find radio channels on an imported mazda rx8?

Question

I recently purchased an rx8 which had been imported a year ago the car is great but I can only get radio 1 I have tried auto scan and manual tuning but the fm frequency only goes from 77.0 to 99.9 and my favourite Heart fm is at 100.7!! I am assuming it has something to do with the car being originally for the japanese market but I'm hoping someone out there has a clever idea that means I can fix it!! Please!!

Answer 1

http://www.bridgwater-electronics.co.uk/...

this is what you need due to Japan using lower frequencies

all i get on mine is radio 2.

Answer 2

If you want to keep the same radio you need a frequency booster. They are about £25 in London area. It just plugs int back of set.

Answer 3

I had the same problem with my Japanese import, you need a wave expander, take it to your local auto electricians, its easy to fit and not expensive

Answer 4

Your car is built for Japanese radio frequencies. To recieve radio in the UK, you need a band expander, but your radio will still show the wrong frequencies & RDS won't work. You're better off replacing the radio.

Answer 5

Buy a new radio.