Relocate USB Port?

2014BigHorn2500 · Jun 14, 2017

I hate that the USB port is in the armrest. I would like to move relocate to somewhere more convenient for me. Question is, can I just unplug it from the back of the radio and then use an adapter to install a USB port wherever I want it?

I have the 8.4 RA3.

chopperman1 · Jun 14, 2017

It's the old style mini USB connector on the back of the radio, so yes, you could. Would need a mini/male via standard usb/female cable. Another option would be to use a USB extension cord from the current location to wherever you want.

adurm · Jun 15, 2017

There are 2 types of mini usb. A and B. I'm not sure which one you need. When I replaced the factory deck, I couldn't use the console USB even with the adapter because the console usb also had aux signal with it. Obviously you are doing something different and may have better luck.

2014BigHorn2500 · Jun 19, 2017

Thanks, I'm trying to avoid any cables going to the armrest, so I may try a cable plugged directly to the back of the deck. I'll report results when I have them!

2014BigHorn2500 · Jul 26, 2017

Success! I used an adapter to plug in to the back of the radio, then plugged my iPhone cable into the adapter. Works like it should!

I have my phone in a ProClip mount just above the radio with the cable coming through a grommet I installed. Much better than fighting the connection in the armrest IMO.

07MegaCabRam · Jul 26, 2017

I replaced my factory radio and used a Maestro USB converter to make it work with an aftermarket stereo, however, the Kenwood I have said it's not a compatible USB device.

07MegaCabRam · Jul 26, 2017

I guess some are labeled as a hub and some direct port.

I still have the factory USB chip board. Can send that to you and you can mount that somewhere you see fit! haha

lokal907ryder · Jul 28, 2017

2014BigHorn2500 said:
Success! I used an adapter to plug in to the back of the radio, then plugged my iPhone cable into the adapter. Works like it should!

I have my phone in a ProClip mount just above the radio with the cable coming through a grommet I installed. Much better than fighting the connection in the armrest IMO.

could you provide a link to what you used? id like to do the same thing

2014BigHorn2500 · Jul 31, 2017

lokal907ryder said:
could you provide a link to what you used? id like to do the same thing

I bought one of these - https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B004ZMYEMY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I unplugged the factory USB connection from the back of the radio and then plugged the above adapter into the back of the radio. Then plugged my iPhone cable directly in to the adapter.

The mount I am using is this one - ProClip Center Mount - Extra strength mounting platform | ProClip USA

With this iPhone dock - Adjustable iPhone Holder for Lightning to USB Cable | ProClip USA

I just drilled a hole big enough for the lightning cable to pass through just to the left of the mount. Looks and works great IMO.

2014BigHorn2500 · Aug 1, 2017

Here is a pic of the mount and where the wire comes through the dash -

Relocate USB Port?

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