Cartronix CTX-3416 | Antenna adapter with Signal Booster | FAKRA to DIN | Antenna amplifier

Are you installing an Android, CarPlay, or multimedia unit in your Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, or Skoda? Then you will probably notice that the original FAKRA antenna connection does not 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 the original radio.

Key features

✔ Especially for vehicles with a single FAKRA antenna connection
✔ Boosts 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 hide behind the dashboard

Typical applications

✅ Replacement of original radio in VAG vehicles (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda)
✅ Improvement of reception with a weak signal after installation
✅ Connecting an original FAKRA antenna to a DIN car radio
✅ Stable connection on modern Android headsets

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 with 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 the universal design, this antenna adapter can also be used in other makes and models, provided the same connection is present (FAKRA to DIN). Always check the connections of your vehicle and radio beforehand to ensure compatibility.

Technical specifications

• Connection: FAKRA female → DIN male
• Power supply: 12V (blue wire, connect to radio antenna power supply)
• 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 deteriorate significantly, as aftermarket radios do not amplify the FAKRA signal as standard. The CTX-3416 offers a quick and efficient solution, without the hassle of cutting cables or installing extra amplifiers. This ensures your driving experience remains optimal – with interference-free radio stations.