Cartronix CTX-3416 | Antenna Adapter with Signal Amplifier | FAKRA to DIN | Antenna Amplifier

Are you installing an Android, CarPlay, or multimedia unit in your Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, or Skoda? You have likely noticed 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 perfect solution: this antenna adapter converts the FAKRA signal to DIN and amplifies the radio signal, allowing you to enjoy crystal-clear sound – just like with the original radio.

Key features

✔ Specifically for vehicles with a single FAKRA antenna connection
✔ Amplifies the radio signal for better AM/FM reception
✔ Compatible with aftermarket Android and CarPlay radios of any brand
✔ Plug & Play installation without cutting or soldering
✔ Compact design, easy to hide behind the dashboard

Typical applications

✅ Replacing the original radio in VAG vehicles (VW, Audi, Seat, Skoda)
✅ Improving reception in case of a weak signal after installation
✅ Connecting an original FAKRA antenna to a DIN car radio
✅ Stable connection for modern Android head units

Compatibility

This item 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 in other makes and models, provided the same connection (FAKRA to DIN) is present. Always check the connections of your vehicle and radio in advance to ensure compatibility.

Technical specifications

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