Tired of listening to the same radio commercials, tapes or CD's? Upgrade older Fords to support media formats only available on newer cars.
Using a phone in any way while driving can be dangerous and if your older Ford still drives great, but lack support for more attractive modern media formats such as Bluetooth, Flash drives etc. and if you are pass CD's , Cassettes or listening to the same old commercials on the radio, the BT6-FORD module is for you! This affordable Bluetooth & media module is for Ford owners seeking to stream Pandora, Spotify, Tune in etc., make/receive calls safely using Bluetooth® mobile phones, charge phone, aux input and USB media player without investing in a new radio. Hands-free Profile (HFP) is not only less distracting than trying to juggle a phone while steering but it’s also the only legal way to do it in many states. Streaming audio (A2DP) allows users to play internet music, listen to turn-by-turn directions and more. AVRCP support Allows car radio/steering wheel button controls to change tracks, adjust device volume, answer/end calls etc. USB media player Allows playback of MP3, WMA, Flac format from a USB stick or SD/SDHC card in CD quality. USB charging provides 5V/2A charging current to keep devices charged while on the road. After initial pairing and upon entering vehicle, your Smart device will automatically and wirelessly connect to module hidden behind dash.
» Bluetooth 4.2 A2DP profile for Hands-Free (HPF) and streaming (A2DP)
» Support for USB2.0 and 3.0.sticks up to 32GB (8GB recommended).
» Supports USB2.0/3.0 with the following audio files: MP2, MP3 (up to 320Kbit/s bit rate), WMA, FLAC (8, 16, 24 bit), ACC / MP4 / M4A, WAV, AIF, AIFC
» Last position memory microcontroller allows MP3/VWA files to resume playback from last position.
» MP3/WMA playback sequence according to saved order.
» Use Ford radio and/or steering wheel "SEEK" buttons to control music files and phone calls
» Auto pair/un-pair upon entering /exiting vehicle.
» Stream from Pandora, Deezer, Spotify, Tune-in and more.
» Support Incoming call number announcement on car speakers .(Setting must be enabled on smartphone)
» Radio mutes upon initiating or receiving calls (radio must be set to "CHG" mode).
» Adaptive electric condenser cartridge with high sensitivity , low impedance , anti-noise microphone
» USB charging port provides 5V/2A to charge your devices while on the road.
» Supports a total of 6 folders (Albums) with unlimited number of files (tracks)
[The following requirements must be met prior to purchasing this part ]
1. Works in 1996-05 Ford, Lincoln, Mercury CD changer controlling radios with "CD" button on faceplate.
2. Compatible radios must also have a 20-PIN port and "COMP" "SHUTTLE" button on the faceplate.
3. Remote CD changer (if present) must be disconnected and will no longer function
4. Not compatible with 2004-Up radios with "AUX" or "SAT" button on faceplate. (Don't ignore this warning)
5. Radios with built-in 6 CD changer are compatible only if they have the ability to control a remote CD changer.
» Bluetooth module (3.25" x2.1" x 0.7)
» AUX input cable (3 ft.)
» Microphone with visor clip on 10 ft. cable x1
» Installation harness with 20-pin plug (2 ft.) x1
» USB charging port with dash/bracket on 3 ft. cable.
Footnotes [See drop-down menu for reference]
† Escape: Radio must have 20-pin CD changer port.
* Explorer: with JBL
** Sport trac: With Single CD radio Only
1. Radios with "SAT" button faceplate and 2004+ CAN-BUS radios with "AUX" are not compatible.
2. This kit does not ship same day. It must first be assembled (built) after which time it is shipped using shipping method selected at checkout.