E92 iPod options for someone without Bluetooth or iDrive

vifferfun · 07-18-2011, 05:13 PM

My 2007 328i Coupe only has the Aux-In plug in the center armrest (no USB). I would prefer to have single Apple-style cable that charges and connects the iPhone to the car. It would be even better if this cable were routed to the ashtray (especially if it were in the form of a dock).

How are other people connecting their iPhone to the car when not equipped with Bluetooth or USB?

Thanks!

bfoolish1339 · 07-18-2011, 10:00 PM

grab an extra ipod and fill it with your favorite music. Put it in the armrest and forget about it. Keep it on shuffle. It's always charged and always playing your favs

vifferfun · 07-18-2011, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

grab an extra ipod and fill it with your favorite music. Put it in the armrest and forget about it. Keep it on shuffle. It's always charged and always playing your favs

That is what I was thinking of doing, except that I wouldn't mind being able to skip over songs using the steering wheel. I guess I need the Mobridge ipod controller, but I probably need special coding because I don't have a CD Changer?

Thanks!

bfoolish1339 · 07-19-2011, 04:31 PM

Sorry bro... you have no other option. That audio system sucks... ive got it. VP electric makes a plug and play upgrade. I've only heard awesome things about it. I would check them out for sure.

vifferfun · 07-19-2011, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by bfoolish1339

Sorry bro... you have no other option. That audio system sucks... ive got it. VP electric makes a plug and play upgrade. I've only heard awesome things about it. I would check them out for sure.

Do you know where I can find VP Electricity's plug-and-plug head unit upgrade?

Thanks!

vifferfun · 07-20-2011, 08:55 AM

Am I able to purchase a Y-Adapter that combines the following into an iPod 20-pin connector that will both charge my iPhone and connect to the iPhone via Aux-In?

Aux-In
USB power adapter in the 12V socket

I understand that BMW Y Adapters exist, but I think they were designed for vehicles with USB (rather than a USB power adapter in the 12V socket)? I don't expect to gain access to the iPhone via the factory head unit controls, but I just want to make it so that I only need to plug in one iPod cable rather than both an iPod cable (for charging) AND an Aux-In cable for a music connection. Ideally, I would have the iPod cable coming out of the ashtray since that is a good place to prop up my iPhone when using Navigation. Would this cable work?

http://cgi.ebay.com/BMW-iPod-Adapter...#ht_500wt_1156

Alternatively, is it possible to rig up a USB slot in my ashtray such that, when my iPhone is plugged into the USB port, will connect to the Aux-In and charge the iPhone?

Thanks!

taibanl · 07-20-2011, 10:37 AM

I have tried a number of solutions. Many have SQ issues as they have inline capacitors that affect dynamic range or introduce noise.

From a SQ and simplicity standpoint. This is what works the best for me

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0031U1AU0/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/181-7006805-4813660

tanginaglaz · 07-20-2011, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by taibanl

I have tried a number of solutions. Many have SQ issues as they have inline capacitors that affect dynamic range or introduce noise.

From a SQ and simplicity standpoint. This is what works the best for me

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0031U...006805-4813660

That is exactly what I use. Just put the Ipod in the little tray in front of the center console.

You can also try the Kenwood KOS-A300. Here's a video of it installed in a 3-series:

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I would do a similar thing except I would put the screen in the ashtray area.

vifferfun · 07-20-2011, 08:42 PM

Thanks so much guys -- exactly what I was looking for! The Kenwood KOS-A300 looks really neat, and is very cheap. I wish the display was a little nicer though. It looks like it's the perfect size to be mounted in the ashtray.

THANKS!!

bfoolish1339 · 07-20-2011, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vifferfun

Do you know where I can find VP Electricity's plug-and-plug head unit upgrade?

Thanks!

http://www.musicarnw.com/bmw-upgrades/

He gives a great explanation of what we have on his page. Gl

vifferfun · 07-22-2011, 03:50 PM

Does anyone have any experience with this unit, that will basically allow you o stream music to the Aux-In using bluetooth? This sounds like something that would work perfect for me

It's called the "TuneLink" by New Potatoe, and retails around $100:

http://www.newpotatotech.com/TUNELIN...link_auto.html

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bfoolish1339 Private First Class 21 Rep 167 Posts Drives: 335i Alpine White Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nashville iTrader: (3)	grab an extra ipod and fill it with your favorite music. Put it in the armrest and forget about it. Keep it on shuffle. It's always charged and always playing your favs
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bfoolish1339 Private First Class 21 Rep 167 Posts Drives: 335i Alpine White Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Nashville iTrader: (3)	Sorry bro... you have no other option. That audio system sucks... ive got it. VP electric makes a plug and play upgrade. I've only heard awesome things about it. I would check them out for sure.
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vifferfun Private 10 Rep 84 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 335i Sedan 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Am I able to purchase a Y-Adapter that combines the following into an iPod 20-pin connector that will both charge my iPhone and connect to the iPhone via Aux-In? Aux-In USB power adapter in the 12V socket I understand that BMW Y Adapters exist, but I think they were designed for vehicles with USB (rather than a USB power adapter in the 12V socket)? I don't expect to gain access to the iPhone via the factory head unit controls, but I just want to make it so that I only need to plug in one iPod cable rather than both an iPod cable (for charging) AND an Aux-In cable for a music connection. Ideally, I would have the iPod cable coming out of the ashtray since that is a good place to prop up my iPhone when using Navigation. Would this cable work? http://cgi.ebay.com/BMW-iPod-Adapter...#ht_500wt_1156 Alternatively, is it possible to rig up a USB slot in my ashtray such that, when my iPhone is plugged into the USB port, will connect to the Aux-In and charge the iPhone? Thanks! Last edited by vifferfun; 07-20-2011 at 09:10 AM..
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taibanl Brigadier General 281 Rep 4,121 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NA iTrader: (4)	I have tried a number of solutions. Many have SQ issues as they have inline capacitors that affect dynamic range or introduce noise. From a SQ and simplicity standpoint. This is what works the best for me http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0031U1AU0/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/181-7006805-4813660
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vifferfun Private 10 Rep 84 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 335i Sedan 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Thanks so much guys -- exactly what I was looking for! The Kenwood KOS-A300 looks really neat, and is very cheap. I wish the display was a little nicer though. It looks like it's the perfect size to be mounted in the ashtray. THANKS!!
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vifferfun Private 10 Rep 84 Posts Drives: 2012 BMW 335i Sedan 6MT Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Toronto, ON iTrader: (0)	Does anyone have any experience with this unit, that will basically allow you o stream music to the Aux-In using bluetooth? This sounds like something that would work perfect for me It's called the "TuneLink" by New Potatoe, and retails around $100: http://www.newpotatotech.com/TUNELIN...link_auto.html
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