Hi brudders n sista,

any idea where can i fix my ipod to the stereo? currently I'm usin the itrip which is very very irritating cos of the static n distortion

 

There are 3 ways you can play your iPod to your stereo.

1. FM transmitter that you are using. Cheap, but not good quality.
2. Pre-amp Aux-in. Cheap if you already have an existing amp/speaker setup and best quality.
3. Audio Link or any iPod connection device. Moderate cost and connects directly to your head unit.

 

dont think yr head unit has an aux input but MM can do it for u at around $100 ( if i remember correctly ).

What I did was to use an audiolink and combine it Harman Kardon. Audio link itself will give u good sound quality . Harman kardon will provide good interface for sound selection

 

Well, your audiolink plugs into your head unit, right? Therefore there is an "aux input" in your factory head unit, which is actually the external CD-changer input.

BTW, MM does not do the aux mod for RX-8s. Besides, his 8 is PI.

 

yes u r right. there is a aux input but it wasnt the standard red n black connector type(if u know what i meant) where the harman kardon can make use easily.

Check out the "aux unit" below ( not too sure if it is applicable to the 8 ):

 

The Mazda "aux unit" is not compatible for the RX-8. Besides, MM does not service PI 8s.

 

I think you can try look for bro Amplify, he may have the Aux in device for sale.

 

i'm using auxmod (used to cost USD50. it's USD60 now), a simple audio aux-out solution. just perform a search on "auxmod" you can get lotsa info on auxmod (includg installation). i recalled there was this shop in singapore that stocked up the auxmod. you can search in this forum or the mazda singapore forum (http://www.mazdaclubsg.org).

http://www.sylfex.com/products/AuxMod/

 

OR you can do this...

a couple of us have already taken the plunge and done it. each with different requirements though.

 

Hi all...jus got my ipod interface from the show kimslayer intro me. very happy with the device though its a lil costly but really met my requirement. hehe...next thing is to change speakers hehhe...

Thanks ah Kimslayer.

 

NP at all..

ERR IS kiNslayer leh lol

 

eh paiseh....hehe kin as in si beh Kin(fast) is it?

 

Hi KiNsLaYer,
mind sharing the audiolink contact with me? what's the damage?
any thing to look out for ? like correct version of audiolink?

thanks

 

Ben bro,

see below attached a step by step guide for best result:-

step 1 - run an anti static wire thru your exhaust (must be RE Super Dolphin) to your engine compartment area

step 2 - connect it to your i-pod and bracket it to the hottest part of your engine

step 3 - turn on your head unit and tune your radio to Class 95 or UFM 100.3

step 4 - wait till the auto search function locate the signal

step 5 - if you did follow thru step 1 to step 4, you will need to get ready to buy a new i-pod and a new set of exhaust system.....

Do not do this by yourself as this require a pro to hook up for you.

Call me if problem persist and we can go party again. BUt, please include my my bro.

ha ha ha.....Just kidding! Make sure you dont try it without me around hoh!

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I told ur bro laio leh...Pai lak we go party leh.........and me going to work liao...see u tmr....dun forget to leave home wihtout ur car hor.....no drunk no go home..

 

hey xacidx! are you using the audiolink interface as well? can you tell me where you got it and how much? tnx.

also, are any of you guys using the new ipod nano video with the audiolink? thinking of getting one.

 

Yeah...cant remember the shop name.. gotta ask that KinSlater.

I'm using it with the Ipod video. so far so good.

Steering remote works and other then the ipod. it comes with another audio cable so that u can use other type of mp3 players

 

alrighty dude.

tnx for the info.

 

I picked up the Syflex Aux Mod basic too and it's been working great. Quaility is awesome and hook up is simple. You'll definitly need the Ground Loop Isolator though, it is essential, not just on RX 8's, but any car. Of course everything is controlled through the Ipod, expect for the volume, I didn't think this was a big deal, I use an Itouch which is pretty smooth in the first place.

Also I have a 2004 RX 8 with firmware 9.53 and as far as I can see this is the only ipod adapter that will work with both new and old firmware verisons.

http://www.sylfex.com/

 

Hi Bro,

I did mine at JDM, u can try to look for Daniel, so far not much problem, but take note normally they will drill holes for the ipod connector. and its consider AUX type as my HU dont have CD, so the AUX = CD button on the dash

(ps: I was given a choice of ash tray or cup holder, I took the ash tray option as I was using nano, which can fit in and still close the cover, as the ash tray compartment not much things to keep)

cheers!!!

 

Errmm, Actually i have no idea, just introduced xacdx to a car audio shop whom i knew..my audio set is relatively still stock.

So it is best to check out with them: -

Swift Motion at Eunos Techno Link along Eunos Link, at level 3. Maybe they could help. The owner has a 8 too.
Contact detail is 62966330