Aux jack in RX8
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Aux jack in RX8
Hey all
I just purchased a new RX 8 (Brilliant Black, Grand Touring) and I wanted to know the best way to listen to my ipod in the car. Is it better to just use an FM transmitter and not open up the dashboard? I hate the static noise from the transmitter. Or should I get an aux port fitted? Opinions/Suggestions welcome
I just purchased a new RX 8 (Brilliant Black, Grand Touring) and I wanted to know the best way to listen to my ipod in the car. Is it better to just use an FM transmitter and not open up the dashboard? I hate the static noise from the transmitter. Or should I get an aux port fitted? Opinions/Suggestions welcome
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FM transmitters all suck, but they're cheap..
The AUX port is best but'll probably cost you around $300 for the kit + install unless you're a do-it-yourself type of person with cars. I think I remember seeing the connection kit for $150..
The AUX port is best but'll probably cost you around $300 for the kit + install unless you're a do-it-yourself type of person with cars. I think I remember seeing the connection kit for $150..
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This was one of the first things I did for my car. Transmitters are horrible due to lame sound quality and the fact that they eat batteries and/or take up a bunch of space.
The kit I bought ran me $150 (installed myself) and is pretty nifty as it allows direct connection to an ipod (with steering wheel control and track info posted up on display) but also has a backup connection for other mp3 players (anything with an mp3 jack.
One of the cheapest and worthwhile upgrades I'd say.
The kit I bought ran me $150 (installed myself) and is pretty nifty as it allows direct connection to an ipod (with steering wheel control and track info posted up on display) but also has a backup connection for other mp3 players (anything with an mp3 jack.
One of the cheapest and worthwhile upgrades I'd say.
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Here you go
http://www.finishlineperformance.com...X08C236-79-CFZ
There's a nice DIY and some good pics here on the site.
http://www.finishlineperformance.com...X08C236-79-CFZ
There's a nice DIY and some good pics here on the site.
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less than $10 + 1-2 hours of your time
http://www.whatsmyip.org/ipodrx8/
i did it. it was pretty straightforward. for the cost involved, im extremely happy.
http://www.whatsmyip.org/ipodrx8/
i did it. it was pretty straightforward. for the cost involved, im extremely happy.
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Thanks !
Thanks for the replies, guys
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
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Installing the audiolink is a pretty straight forward process. Involves taking the panel off under the steering column and removing a 10mm bolt. Total time for anyone with some level of skill would be 30 mins.
If you're in sunnyvale,ca you should come out to one of our friday meets in union city. https://www.rx8club.com/west-rx-8-forum-34/bay-area-nor-cal-community-chat-thread-94583/
We meet around 7pm near the krispie cream and then have some dinner.
If you're in sunnyvale,ca you should come out to one of our friday meets in union city. https://www.rx8club.com/west-rx-8-forum-34/bay-area-nor-cal-community-chat-thread-94583/
We meet around 7pm near the krispie cream and then have some dinner.
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Thanks for the replies, guys
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
as for your install question, if your 'guy friends' are known to tinker with cars before, i think they should be able to handle this install.
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Thanks for the replies, guys
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
Well, firstly I am def not a car savvy person So I'm definitely not a do-it-yourself girl.
Yeah, I'm ditching the FM transmitter for sure, beats the purpose of having a Bose sound system
DarkBrew: I didn't know about the OEM package, I asked the dealer about an aux jack, and he said it'd cost me like 500 bucks - that seems a bit much to me..
Everyone: Can I install the DIY myself (read: my guy friends) or should I get a professional to do it?
Again, thanks all!
If you (your guy friends) can handle the procedure outlined then all you have to do is plug the IPOD adaptor into the external CD player port instead of doing the soldering work shown. BTW, do not skip disconnecting the battery!!
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It really is an easy thing to do to your car and makes listening to music about as easy as can be. If you go with the oem mazda, the audiolink, or even the axxess unit you'll most likely be very pleased with your decision.
It really is an easy thing to do to your car and makes listening to music about as easy as can be. If you go with the oem mazda, the audiolink, or even the axxess unit you'll most likely be very pleased with your decision.
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Has anyone tried the iphone with these adapters? The iphone doesnt allow playing music off of the iphone when it is attached to a computer like other ipods do so I'm wondering if it wont work with these adapters either. If so, that would suck since I just sold my nano
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Also, I'm not sure if the OEM mazda locks out the ipod or not... Mine lets me still use the ipod itself, or use dash controls, etc.
Originally Posted by jdoo
Has anyone tried the iphone with these adapters?
EDIT: Razz : My hat's not cheap...
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Question regarding your reply
Hey Null
Which kit did you use for your RX-8? The description sounds like something I'm looking for - something that will work with my ipod as well as other mp3 players. Also was wondering - whether this option lets your charge your ipod in the car?
Which kit did you use for your RX-8? The description sounds like something I'm looking for - something that will work with my ipod as well as other mp3 players. Also was wondering - whether this option lets your charge your ipod in the car?
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both the audiolink and the axxess units come with ipod and headphone jacks. They're both hooked up at the same time so you can have your ipod plugged in and control it from the radio (and they both charge the ipod) or plug any mp3 player using the headphone jack (this of course does not charge the player)
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any ipod adapter that plugs into the headphone jack gets their music from there. so if you are concerned about sound quality you might as well save yourself the money and just do the mod i posted.
its very cheap, and it took me maybe 2 hours tops. i also work kinda slow.
i cant stress how awesome this mod is. the soldering really wasnt that hard. just a few daubs of solder in 3 different places with 3 different wires and bam your done. and then just coat it using a glue gun for stability and insulation. only hard in the entire process, and it was pretty straightforward. everything else was just disassembling and reassembling. no biggie there.
its very cheap, and it took me maybe 2 hours tops. i also work kinda slow.
i cant stress how awesome this mod is. the soldering really wasnt that hard. just a few daubs of solder in 3 different places with 3 different wires and bam your done. and then just coat it using a glue gun for stability and insulation. only hard in the entire process, and it was pretty straightforward. everything else was just disassembling and reassembling. no biggie there.
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ipod adapter
I bought an IPOD adapter that hooks into the back of my stereo for my 2006 RX8. I tried to install it myself. I got to the point where all the bolts were removed,,even the 11 mm bolt that's a wicked pain to get at thats under the steering column. At this point the stereo module is supposed to pull out. I tried to pull it out but was afraid I'd snap it in half. The lower portion was releasing but the majority of the unit definitely wasn't releasing. Is there another bolt (maybe from the glove box side) that needs to be removed in order to pull the stereo module out?
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OEM Adapter sucks
I got the OEM adapter as part of the deal when I bought my 8. It is terrible, it locks out your iPod so you can only use the stereo controls, the only onscreen feeback is a cryptic code that is nearly impossible to use for navigation through the iPod menus. About the only thing it is good for is Shuffle play. I have an iPod classic 160gb with abuot 45 gigs of music, to select a specific track or album can take ten minutes of work.
Definietely take the advice of those posted above and go for one of the aftemarket adapters that lets you use the iPod controls and the steering whele controls.
Definietely take the advice of those posted above and go for one of the aftemarket adapters that lets you use the iPod controls and the steering whele controls.
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I bought an IPOD adapter that hooks into the back of my stereo for my 2006 RX8. I tried to install it myself. I got to the point where all the bolts were removed,,even the 11 mm bolt that's a wicked pain to get at thats under the steering column. At this point the stereo module is supposed to pull out. I tried to pull it out but was afraid I'd snap it in half. The lower portion was releasing but the majority of the unit definitely wasn't releasing. Is there another bolt (maybe from the glove box side) that needs to be removed in order to pull the stereo module out?