Radio RJ45 connector on radio panel? (2 Viewers)

[jommyjoebob]

Looking to buy a simple radio for my truck, something hidden and out of the way when not in use, the Motorola MXT275 15 watt, is what I’m looking at for trail use and maybe additional backup short range communication.

Has anyone thought about install a pass thru plug in this location? Any info if even possible? I’ve seen some from lighthorse that look like something I would like. Some stock web pics attached

 

[smoltz]

I would do this and replace cigarette lighter, much easier than messing with climate panel...

Powerwerx PanelRJ45 Panel Mount RJ45 Bulkhead with LED Power Indicator Light

RJ45 panel mount bulkhead. Fits standard 1-1/8" dia. mounting hole. Fully-shielded housing ensures trouble-free communication and connection. Includes protective cover when not in use. Optional LED power indicator can accept 3-30V DC input.

powerwerx.com

 

[Vector7]

I have the same radio and used this. I wanted to keep both sockets so I just drilled a hole in the panel in between the sockets.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QJV1YQJ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Rednexus]

You can also use one of these, which has a rubber plug to keep junk out of the ethernet jack when the handset isn't plugged in. It's the type I'm using for my MTX. You can mount the MTX anywhere and just run a basic ethernet cable to the jack. Note that the MTX has the speaker on the bottom, so you may need to also mount a remote speaker somewhere if the MTX is really hidden.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09WM84YRF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[smoltz]

You can also use one of these, which has a rubber plug to keep junk out of the ethernet jack when the handset isn't plugged in. It's the type I'm using for my MTX. You can mount the MTX anywhere and just run a basic ethernet cable to the jack. Note that the MTX has the speaker on the bottom, so you may need to also mount a remote speaker somewhere if the MTX is really hidden.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09WM84YRF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

While MTX275 has a speaker on the bottom, you can use handset speaker instead via a setting. Or both.

 

[Rednexus]

While MTX275 has a speaker on the bottom, you can use handset speaker instead via a setting. Or both.

Thanks and you are right after reviewing the manual! Maybe my efforts to mount an external due to the unit being in my DVD player cubby were overkill.

 

[87warrior]

Looking to buy a simple radio for my truck, something hidden and out of the way when not in use, the Motorola MXT275 15 watt, is what I’m looking at for trail use and maybe additional backup short range communication.

Has anyone thought about install a pass thru plug in this location? Any info if even possible? I’ve seen some from lighthorse that look like something I would like. Some stock web pics attached

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You won't be able to install that rj45 pass through in the circled switch blank since there is a circuit board behind it.

I put a pass through for my mic in the panel between the 12v outlets. This route does require drilling a hole which I know some folks are against.

 

[jommyjoebob]

Thanks

 

[jommyjoebob]

While MTX275 has a speaker on the bottom, you can use handset speaker instead via a setting. Or both.

Does the handset speaker option work well? Was planning on hiding the base unit, or is it possible to tie into the radio speakers?