IPOD question

Walesy · 11-15-2009, 08:47 AM

I have an SE model with the jack plug under the arm rest. If I get an IPOD cable for this can I control my IPOD via the steering wheel controls etc when in AUX??

Did a search for this and cant find the right info.

Cheers!

Walesy · 11-15-2009, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Prowess Symphony

You cannot control the ipod from aux-in. You have to connect the ipod using usb to use steering wheel controls.

This is what I thought, cheers for the confirmation.

chris330D · 11-15-2009, 12:10 PM

You can also get an iPoD connection that is in your glovebox. Have this on mine. Allows you to control it from the steering wheel and the track info comes up on the display as well.

Walesy · 11-15-2009, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by chris330D

You can also get an iPoD connection that is in your glovebox. Have this on mine. Allows you to control it from the steering wheel and the track info comes up on the display as well.

need to retro fit this though eh???

chris330D · 11-15-2009, 12:17 PM

Yes it is a dealer fit option so you can order when new or fit later. You can DIY but it will need coding into the car. Got the dealer to fit mine and it works a treat. The iPOD is hidden in the glovebox so you can leave it in the car without worrying.

Walesy · 11-15-2009, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by chris330D

Yes it is a dealer fit option so you can order when new or fit later. You can DIY but it will need coding into the car. Got the dealer to fit mine and it works a treat. The iPOD is hidden in the glovebox so you can leave it in the car without worrying.

I may look into this. Cheers for this info bud

Dr Dave · 11-15-2009, 01:12 PM

Isn't the dealer fit kit £££? Bend over, Sir.

chris330D · 11-15-2009, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr Dave

Isn't the dealer fit kit £££? Bend over, Sir.

£350-£400 so not cheap but cheaper than a CD changer and you get way more music at your fingertips. Given the charge to code the unit didn't seem much point as a DIY project.

Dr Dave · 11-15-2009, 01:22 PM

I'd pay that to have full ipod control.

jimmylimmy · 11-15-2009, 01:28 PM

had the glovebox ipod kit fitted at main dealer. It took the dealer 3 attempts to get mine working as I use my Iphone 3GS and it took a puma(?), cable swap and software update to get it working with my iphone

works like a dream now though

Dr Dave · 11-15-2009, 02:22 PM

BMW PUMA is like a dealership help thingy. Bit like a technical bulletin, telling them how to fix a certain problem.

Where did you have this fitted?

deccauk · 11-15-2009, 03:04 PM

What track information do you see exactly with the iPod glovebox connection? I'm getting a 320d with SAT NAV Pro, and wondering if it's worththe £460 I've been quoted for a dealer fit.

Do you see album, artist and title?

Dr Dave · 11-15-2009, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by deccauk

What track information do you see exactly with the iPod glovebox connection? I'm getting a 320d with SAT NAV Pro, and wondering if it's worththe £460 I've been quoted for a dealer fit.

Do you see album, artist and title?

A picture would be handy I reckon. I'd be interested in seeing this too.

jimmylimmy · 11-15-2009, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deccauk

What track information do you see exactly with the iPod glovebox connection? I'm getting a 320d with SAT NAV Pro, and wondering if it's worththe £460 I've been quoted for a dealer fit.

Do you see album, artist and title?

I havent played about with mine much, just set up various playlists and play them that way, but i'm pretty sure you can sort by album etc.
It lists them by playlist title/artist/album depending on which "cd" you choose
Once its playing, its artist and song name. I'll try and take a pic tomorrow

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dr Dave

BMW PUMA is like a dealership help thingy. Bit like a technical bulletin, telling them how to fix a certain problem.

Where did you have this fitted?

Rybrook Worcester

jimmylimmy · 11-15-2009, 06:35 PM

excuse the crappy iphone picture quality

This is a pic of what you see when playing a playlist:

and this is a pic of the playlist "CD" listing your playlists alphbetically

The virtual cd's have different functions:

CD1 = Playlists
CD2 = Artists
CD3 = Album
CD4 = Genre
CD5 = Podcasts
CD6 = All Tracks on ipod

RedlineMotorworks · 11-15-2009, 07:31 PM

If you want to be able to control your iPod from the steering wheel controls, you would need to pick up an aftermarket integration kit like the Dice Electronics unit.

I have it in my car and it works wonderfully.

swanseahammer · 11-16-2009, 08:55 AM

the forums. Plenty of posts re retrofitting ipod solutions. For what it's worth, I've got the mObridge unit - full control of my iPhone using steering wheel controls. Displays song title and artist in a non-iDrive car

can choose by playlists, artist, etc.

ianmandlindaf · 11-16-2009, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by chris330D

Yes it is a dealer fit option so you can order when new or fit later. You can DIY but it will need coding into the car. Got the dealer to fit mine and it works a treat. The iPOD is hidden in the glovebox so you can leave it in the car without worrying.

My Dealer, Wood Salisbury first quoted £450 for this option a few months ago and in September when I wanted it fitted said it is no longer an option and has been discontinued but they would retro fit USB for me at the bargain price of ......... get this £1000.00

so bet you can guess what I said

_Si_ · 12-14-2009, 10:53 AM

I know this has been answered a billion times already but I just need clarification on the part number for the glovebox ipod retrofit kit?
Also, I have an LCI model if that makes any difference!

Googlyamnesiac · 12-15-2009, 08:04 AM

Just a description of what I did to get ipod playing in my non idrive e90.

I bought this:

http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/pro..._id/10627.html

I know some don't agree with replacing OEM parts, but I personally love the album art on show. Full speed scrolling is also quality. It works fine with the steering wheel adapter too.

Also, it stopped me upgrading the Professional (non tweeter) sound system. After changing to this head unit the sound was so much better!

Proudest_Monkey · 12-15-2009, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by idlerobbo

Just a description of what I did to get ipod playing in my non idrive e90.

I bought this:

http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/pro..._id/10627.html

I know some don't agree with replacing OEM parts, but I personally love the album art on show. Full speed scrolling is also quality. It works fine with the steering wheel adapter too.

Also, it stopped me upgrading the Professional (non tweeter) sound system. After changing to this head unit the sound was so much better!

Could you possible post some pics if you don't mind? I'm looking to do the exact same thing with my E92. I would like to see how it looks in the car!

Thanks,

Boyd1963 · 12-15-2009, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by _Si_

I know this has been answered a billion times already but I just need clarification on the part number for the glovebox ipod retrofit kit?
Also, I have an LCI model if that makes any difference!

Don't know about the LCI but here is the part.

http://www.bmwgenuineparts.co.uk/ind...roducts_id=391

I am having mine fitted (by Wood) this week

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chris330D Major 38 Rep 1,135 Posts Drives: F31 335d Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	You can also get an iPoD connection that is in your glovebox. Have this on mine. Allows you to control it from the steering wheel and the track info comes up on the display as well.
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chris330D Major 38 Rep 1,135 Posts Drives: F31 335d Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sussex, UK iTrader: (0)	Yes it is a dealer fit option so you can order when new or fit later. You can DIY but it will need coding into the car. Got the dealer to fit mine and it works a treat. The iPOD is hidden in the glovebox so you can leave it in the car without worrying.
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jimmylimmy Captain 19 Rep 840 Posts Drives: 'charged VXR8 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (2)	had the glovebox ipod kit fitted at main dealer. It took the dealer 3 attempts to get mine working as I use my Iphone 3GS and it took a puma(?), cable swap and software update to get it working with my iphone works like a dream now though
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deccauk New Member 0 Rep 7 Posts Drives: 320d M Sport Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Guisborough iTrader: (0)	iPod info on SAT NAV display What track information do you see exactly with the iPod glovebox connection? I'm getting a 320d with SAT NAV Pro, and wondering if it's worththe £460 I've been quoted for a dealer fit. Do you see album, artist and title?
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jimmylimmy Captain 19 Rep 840 Posts Drives: 'charged VXR8 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (2)	excuse the crappy iphone picture quality This is a pic of what you see when playing a playlist: and this is a pic of the playlist "CD" listing your playlists alphbetically The virtual cd's have different functions: CD1 = Playlists CD2 = Artists CD3 = Album CD4 = Genre CD5 = Podcasts CD6 = All Tracks on ipod
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swanseahammer Lieutenant 28 Rep 400 Posts Drives: F30 LCI 330e M Sport Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Swansea iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 320d SE [0.00]	the forums. Plenty of posts re retrofitting ipod solutions. For what it's worth, I've got the mObridge unit - full control of my iPhone using steering wheel controls. Displays song title and artist in a non-iDrive car can choose by playlists, artist, etc.
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_Si_ Private First Class 1 Rep 104 Posts Drives: F30 M Sport 2.0d Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Midlands, UK iTrader: (0)	I know this has been answered a billion times already but I just need clarification on the part number for the glovebox ipod retrofit kit? Also, I have an LCI model if that makes any difference! __________________ Current: f30 320d M Sport, EBII with some other bits. Previous: e90 320d M Sport, 193 Wheels, Sun Protection Glass, Sapphire Black
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Googlyamnesiac Captain 60 Rep 743 Posts Drives: 2013 F10 520D Join Date: May 2009 Location: Yorkshire, UK iTrader: (3)	Just a description of what I did to get ipod playing in my non idrive e90. I bought this: http://caraudiosecurity.com/shop/pro..._id/10627.html I know some don't agree with replacing OEM parts, but I personally love the album art on show. Full speed scrolling is also quality. It works fine with the steering wheel adapter too. Also, it stopped me upgrading the Professional (non tweeter) sound system. After changing to this head unit the sound was so much better!
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