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Old 03-08-2010, 08:46 PM
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OEM cd player doesn't read mp3 CDs?

I can't believe it doesn't read mp3 files.
oem cd players in general cars read mp3 files since 2005.
I have 2006 rx8 GT and I was surprised that it doesn't read mp3 files.

Anyway, I searched and found that there are some solutions.
But still not sure what is the best way.
what is the cheap, easy way for aux?
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Some of our cars have minidisk and even tapedecks!
Search and you will find what you need.
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I have an '09 with 6-disc multichanger and it still doesn't read MP3 CDs. As far as I know, only the premium sound system does.
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Originally Posted by SheffieldSteel
I have an '09 with 6-disc multichanger and it still doesn't read MP3 CDs. As far as I know, only the premium sound system does.
I have 06 Grand Touring which is the highest trim in this year and of course bose sound system. But doesn't read mp3
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There is a aux in mod.
Or just get a metra kit with a new deck.
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you can "hack it, look for it in DYI" for 5 bucks, or you can buy an ipod adapter for like 90 bucks.
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Originally Posted by Chad D.
There is a aux in mod.
Or just get a metra kit with a new deck.
i searched but couldnt find anything...im new to this forum.

is there a way i can make it read MP3s? or ill have to use an aux port

EDIT: i found the hack for the aux port...is there anything i can do to get a mp3 cd to work?
i have the 6 disc cd changer

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you can do what I did and replace the OEM cd player with the Mazda Mp3 cd player.
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Originally Posted by Jedi54
you can do what I did and replace the OEM cd player with the Mazda Mp3 cd player.
its a 6 cd changer?
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no, Mazda makes 3 different units
- OEM single disc
- 6 disc
- MP3 cd player - single disc

I debated getting the 6 disc but determined that I'd rather have the mp3 cd player instead.
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Originally Posted by Jedi54
no, Mazda makes 3 different units
- OEM single disc
- 6 disc
- MP3 cd player - single disc

I debated getting the 6 disc but determined that I'd rather have the mp3 cd player instead.
ohh okay...the MP3 part isnt that bad but the fact that i cant play mp3 cds OR plug my ipod into it kinda sucks.

might have to get an FM transmitter
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Originally Posted by MarcMiller
ohh okay...the MP3 part isnt that bad but the fact that i cant play mp3 cds OR plug my ipod into it kinda sucks.

might have to get an FM transmitter
I tried the FM transmitter on my iPod... SUCKED because I had no free channels.
I ended up purchasing the Axxess iPod adapter and it works great.
You can even use the control on the steering wheel and it displays the MP3 tag on the LCD.
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Originally Posted by Jon316G
I tried the FM transmitter on my iPod... SUCKED because I had no free channels.
I ended up purchasing the Axxess iPod adapter and it works great.
You can even use the control on the steering wheel and it displays the MP3 tag on the LCD.
got a link were you bought it from?
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marc: I'm now able to play all my burnt mp3 cd's in my car.
that or the Axxess mod that Jon mentioned should work well for you
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Originally Posted by Jedi54
marc: I'm now able to play all my burnt mp3 cd's in my car.
that or the Axxess mod that Jon mentioned should work well for you
alot of people talk about heat issues with them...? idk

ill keep looking for things to do.
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Originally Posted by MarcMiller
got a link were you bought it from?
This is there website:
http://www.axxessinterface.com/default2.aspx
I bought mine used here on the forum.

Also, the factory headunit's firmware revision must be 9.55 or greater.
The unit will not work on earlier firmware revisions or with 9.81 or 10.01.
To find out which revision your Mazda RX-8 has, make sure the radio (FM) is turned on, then press and hold "TEXT."
Then, also press and hold "1" at the same time for a few more seconds.
The LCD should then report your firmware version.
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Originally Posted by Jon316G
This is there website:
http://www.axxessinterface.com/default2.aspx
I bought mine used here on the forum.

Also, the factory headunit's firmware revision must be 9.55 or greater.
The unit will not work on earlier firmware revisions or with 9.81 or 10.01.
To find out which revision your Mazda RX-8 has, make sure the radio (FM) is turned on, then press and hold "TEXT."
Then, also press and hold "1" at the same time for a few more seconds.
The LCD should then report your firmware version.
which one did you buy?
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i am pretty sure my 09 gt does... Premium package 6-cd changer... I says mp3/wma... Thought i have never used it because It has aux port my my mp3 player. Which is great, no more fm transmitter... Man, even the bluetooth is nice to have... Makes me want to install said solutions in other car. I use an fm transmitter, though it works well, it is still more trouble.


Good luck!
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http://www.whatsmyip.org/ipodrx8/

it took me less than 2 hours. i did it a few weeks after getting my rx8. man.. thats coming up on 3 years ago.
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Mazda should've made that a priorty.

Trade the 8 in for a Kia Soul
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Weird? My 07 reads mp3 cds..? I rarely use it though.. I have the ipod adapter. Hell, I rarely listen to the radio.. Just my ipod.
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Originally Posted by kersh4w
http://www.whatsmyip.org/ipodrx8/

it took me less than 2 hours. i did it a few weeks after getting my rx8. man.. thats coming up on 3 years ago.
you sir have amazing finger dexterity, took me 3 hours to wrestle that console out...
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Originally Posted by Jon316G
This is there website:
http://www.axxessinterface.com/default2.aspx
I bought mine used here on the forum.
Jon,

Could you please verify the following for the Axxess unit:
- how many playlists does the Axxess support on the iPod
- are they named in some way like "P01", "P02"?
- does the playlist name show up on the display?
- what is the maximum # of songs supported per playlist

Thanks
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