Antenna cables for BMW

Keep your original GPS receiver If you buy a new car radio with a navigation function, you often need a separate GPS antenna. This needs to be mounted on your dashboard or against your windshield. Not ideal, of course. There's now a solution. In some cases, your car already has an original GPS antenna. This is often connected to a roof antenna and is of excellent quality. Thanks to this adapter, you can continue using your original GPS receiver. Connection type: Fakra C (M) to SMA (m) Fakra is the connector used by many car manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes, Opel, Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, Audi and many other brands. SMA is the connection that car radio manufacturers such as Clarion, Pioneer, Cartronix, Davilon and many other brands use for GPS receivers.

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The GPS antenna with a Fakra connector can be used on an aftermarket, universal car radio, or the original factory radio with a Fakra connector for GPS reception, among other things. This antenna can be used for improved signal quality or when the current antenna is defective. Connection type: Fakra Fakra is the connector used by many car manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes, Opel, Volkswagen, Seat, Skoda, Audi and many other brands.

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The adapter is designed to connect car navigation systems originally equipped with a 50-ohm antenna connection. This device allows you to adapt FAKRA antenna cables and ensures easy installation. This car antenna adapter is suitable for: Audi All models from 2002 BMW All models from 2001 VW All models from 2002

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Are you experiencing poor or no FM reception after installing a new car radio? The Cartronix CTX-3419 FM antenna adapter offers the perfect solution. This universal adapter allows you to easily connect a Fakra connector to the DIN antenna input on your aftermarket radio. Enjoy all your favorite FM stations again – clear and interference-free. Why choose the CTX-3419? ✔ Plug & Play installation – No complicated adjustments required✔ Universally applicable – Suitable for almost all aftermarket radios with DIN connection✔ Reliable solution – Prevents loss or absence of radio reception✔ Compact design - Fits easily behind the dashboard Technical specifications Item Code: CTX-3419 Connection: Fakra female → DIN male Support: FM radio Cable length: approx. 20 cm Color: Black Compatibility The Cartronix CTX-3419 is universally applicable in vehicles with a Fakra antenna connector and an aftermarket car radio with DIN antenna inputThis mainly occurs with models of: Volkswagen Audi Seat Skoda Mercedes Opel BMW NB: Always check the connections of your vehicle and radio beforehand to ensure compatibility. Package contents 1x FM Antenna Adapter Cartronix CTX-3419 – Fakra to DIN

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Are you replacing the original radio in a Volkswagen, Audi, or SEAT from 1997–2001? You'll often find that the new aftermarket radio no longer has any radio reception. This is because these vehicles use an active antenna that requires power via a so-called phantom power. The Cartronix CTX-3418 was specifically designed to solve this problem. This adapter cable ensures your original antenna continues to function correctly – with amplified reception and a seamless transition from ISO to DIN. Why choose the CTX-3418? ✔ Solution for intermittent reception - Ideal for radio replacement✔ For cars with active antenna (phantom powered) – Feeds the antenna via blue wire✔ ISO to DIN – Enables the transition from the original antenna system to the DIN standard✔ Simple Plug & Play installation – No cutting or soldering required Typical applications Installing an Android or CarPlay radio in a Volkswagen, Audi or SEAT from 1997–2001 How to fix poor radio reception after replacing the original head unit Connecting ISO antenna system to aftermarket radio with DIN Retaining original AM/FM functions with active antenna Compatibility The Cartronix CTX-3418 is universally applicable in vehicles with a ISO antenna connection and an active antenna (phantom power). This mainly occurs with: Volkswagen: Golf 3/4, Polo, Passat, Lupo, Sharan, Bora Audi: A3, A4, A6, TT (up to 2001 model year) SEAT: Ibiza, Leon, Toledo, Cordoba (1997–2001) Please check your system beforehand to ensure compatibility. Technical specifications Item Code: CTX-3418 Connection: ISO female → DIN male Power: 12V phantom power via blue wire (ACC or ANT connection) Support: AM and FM radio Length: approx. 30 cm Compatible with: Aftermarket radios of any brand Package contents 1x Cartronix CTX-3418 antenna adapter cable with phantom power Why choose the Cartronix CTX-3418? In older VAG models, antennas are often powered directly from the original radio. As soon as you replace this with a modern system without phantom power, the antenna simply stops working. The CTX-3418 restores that functionality and ensures crystal-clear reception – without hassle and without compromise.

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Installing an Android, CarPlay, or multimedia unit in your Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, or Skoda? You'll probably find that the original FAKRA antenna connection doesn't work optimally with your new radio. The result? Weak or interference-prone FM/AM reception. The Cartronix CTX-3416 is the solution: this antenna adapter converts the FAKRA signal to DIN and amplifies the radio signal, so you can enjoy crystal-clear sound – just like with your original radio. Key Features ✔ Specially for vehicles with a single FAKRA antenna connection✔ Amplifies the radio signal for better AM/FM reception✔ Compatible with aftermarket Android and CarPlay radios from any brand✔ Plug & Play installation without cutting or soldering✔ Compact design, easy to conceal behind the dashboard Typical applications ✅ Replacement of original radio in VAG vehicles (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda)✅ Improved reception with weak signal after installation✅ Connecting the original FAKRA antenna to a DIN car radio✅ Stable connection with modern Android head units Compatibility This article is universally applicable in cars equipped with a FAKRA antenna connector in combination with a DIN input on the aftermarket car radio. This mainly occurs in the vehicles listed below, where the original antenna is not directly compatible with the new head unit. This adapter is suitable for: Volkswagen: Golf 5/6/7, Polo 9N/6R, Passat B6/B7, Touran, Tiguan Audi: A3 8P/8V, A4 B6/B7/B8, A6 C6/C7, Q3, Q5 Seat: Ibiza 6L/6J, Leon 1P/5F, Altea, Toledo Skoda: Octavia 2/3, Fabia 2/3, Superb B6/B7, Yeti, Rapid Thanks to its universal design, this antenna adapter can also be used with other makes and models, provided they have the same connection (FAKRA to DIN). Always check the connections of your vehicle and radio beforehand to ensure compatibility. Technical specifications Connection: FAKRA female → DIN male Power: 12V (blue wire, connect to radio antenna power) Support: AM and FM radio Cable length: approx. 20 cm Weight: 30 grams Color: Black Model number: CTX-3416 Package contents 1x Cartronix CTX-3416 antenna adapter with built-in signal amplifier Why choose the Cartronix CTX-3416? After replacing your original head unit, radio reception can significantly degrade because aftermarket radios don't amplify the FAKRA signal by default. The CTX-3416 offers a quick and efficient solution, without the hassle of cutting cables or installing additional amplifiers. This ensures your driving experience remains optimal – with interference-free radio stations.

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