Ipod connection..

[sleepyrascal]

I know there was an ipod thread somewhere all about connecting an ipod to your car headunit. However I can't find it and it is most likely out of date anyway.

Any hints or tips. I have the standard 2002 mini single cd player installed. Is it best to buy a new h.unit or can I use that one. Im not going for a huge install. Cant afford it.

Thanks,
Sleepy.:D

[Scottch]

Sleepy,

We use an i-trip, cheap as chips and lets you listen to your i-pod anywhere there is a radio. Sure, it's not perfect, but it's so easy.

I think you can also connect your pod to the aux input connections at the back of the radio, but I'm not sure if there's any fancy interface or if it's just a phono - mini jack cable.

Not much help, but it's all I have!

Cheers!

Scott

[The Dogfather]

Sleepy got an IPOD show you how I've got mine set up on Sunday.

[macblob]

Ive got an Alpine Headunit with their ipod interface. Very happy with it so far, mind u not cheap at £330 for the HU, interface and necessary wiring.

[sleepyrascal]

Scottch, I had heard of that method. I'll look into it! Thanks!!

Also will have to look for an alpine job on ebay. Cheers macblob

NIce one Bad Dog. I should make it down on Sunday! I'll quiz you then!!

CHeers guys!!!!

[Gismo]

quote:Originally posted by sleepyrascal
Nice one Bad Dog. I should make it down on Sunday! I'll quiz you then!!
I'd best remember to take it into work then ;)
John installed an iPod into a customer's car recently, i think it was the denison ice link, mikeythemini sells them also, looks the dogs danglies, you will need an aux input on your head unit :)

[sleepyrascal]

Nice one. Cheers Bonnie.

You better remember;);):D

I'm not sure if I have an aux. Ill check online for standard specs.

[sleepyrascal]

mmmm ive found plenty package deals for the alpine head unit, KCA-420i and ipod adaptor. starting around £311. There must be better prices out there. theres a new adaptor on ebay for 55 quid and I sippose I could pick up an Alpine head unit for cheap-ish online also.

[Gismo]

Check with John ;) much cheapness :p

[Scottch]

Sleepy,

Try clicking here (http://www.mini2.com/forum/faq.php?faq=faq_interior#faq_faq_aux_input)

Seems like there is a spesh cable from MINI that you need to use the aux input - can anyone confirm?

Must say though, I-trip £22 (or so) delivered and you dont need to rip your car to bits.

Cheers!

Scott

[Joe]

Here's a web site that i found www.motoringfile.com/2004/09/29/alpine_ipod_interface_reviewed
It might help u,but i've got the i-trip myself but after something
better before i have an accident with it

[sleepyrascal]

quote:Originally posted by Joe

Here's a web site that i found www.motoringfile.com/2004/09/29/alpine_ipod_interface_reviewed
It might help u,but i've got the i-trip myself but after something
better before i have an accident with it


I had considered the alpine route.

What do you mean, 'accident with it'

[Joe]

Im always play with my ipod/itrip its hard to watch the road!

[Scottch]

Joe,

Set your playlists up! Saves you fiddling when you should be driving :D

Cheers!

Scott

[Joe]

Thats a good point, might try at one
What do you use with your ipod?

Cheers

[Scottch]

Joe,

I-tunes mate - the freebie that came with the I-pod - it's a doddle!

Even has the ability to create "smart" playlists from a given criteria (though I'm not sure if this is unique).

Cheers!

Scott