Your iPod/MP3 Player Integration Solution is HERE!
12-04-2005, 02:39 AM
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How is this different then the Dension Icelink. Does it solve the power issues. I jave the icelink and find that I have to turn the headunit off before I turn off the ignition ot the ipod will not start when I turn on the ignition again. Sometimes I have to unconnect the ipod, then reconnect and turn on the headunit in order to get it to play. Does your unit solve these problems? If so, I am definitely interested. I would replace my icelink if so.
12-04-2005, 02:45 AM
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Originally Posted by falcontx
No, the song/album information is not shown on the LCD. I think there are only like 8 to 10 characters available on the LCD anyhow. While in use, the LCD above your head unit will read "EX1" and a minutes and seconds timer will be displayed. On the iPod unit, the counter will reset to 0:00 when you change songs using the console or steering wheel controls, but will otherwise continue to count up as the music plays.
is this the same unit from Taiwan that was being sold on the forums in spring?
12-04-2005, 03:41 AM
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Originally Posted by falcontx
Installation simply requires access to the rear of the radio. I'll do a quick search for a good how-to on center console removal.
These instructions are pretty clear (the bolt on the side is a pain to get to).
Originally Posted by bigcynic
How is this different then the Dension Icelink. Does it solve the power issues. I jave the icelink and find that I have to turn the headunit off before I turn off the ignition ot the ipod will not start when I turn on the ignition again. Sometimes I have to unconnect the ipod, then reconnect and turn on the headunit in order to get it to play. Does your unit solve these problems? If so, I am definitely interested. I would replace my icelink if so.
Falcontx: Does our headunit have to be a certain version or above (like 9.55)?
12-04-2005, 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by bigcynic
How is this different then the Dension Icelink. Does it solve the power issues. I jave the icelink and find that I have to turn the headunit off before I turn off the ignition ot the ipod will not start when I turn on the ignition again. Sometimes I have to unconnect the ipod, then reconnect and turn on the headunit in order to get it to play. Does your unit solve these problems? If so, I am definitely interested. I would replace my icelink if so.
12-04-2005, 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by truemagellen
Originally Posted by falcontx
No, the song/album information is not shown on the LCD.
is this the same unit from Taiwan that was being sold on the forums in spring?
I am not sure what has been sold here previously. I personally have not offered any similar products here before.
12-04-2005, 01:57 PM
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Originally Posted by adrian-1
Falcontx: Does our headunit have to be a certain version or above (like 9.55)?
12-04-2005, 01:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Rotary Rasp
Can this be used to change songs on a laptop? Or will it only work with an iPod?
12-04-2005, 03:03 PM
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I am not aware of any headunit version requirements. We have tested the unit on a 2003 Mazda 6, a 2004 Mazda 3 and a 2004 RX-8 and the unit worked fine on all of them.
12-04-2005, 03:23 PM
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Originally Posted by falcontx
The iPod Integration unit uses a cable that connects to the bottom of the iPod. There would not be a way to connect it to a laptop.
12-04-2005, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by truemagellen
the 2004 RX-8 with headunit firmware lower than 9.55 needs to be upgraded for the cd changer auxiliary part to become remain active for input (what you are using)
One other thing I was just told is that the factory satellite radio may also use that plug, in which case both the factory satellite radio and these integration units could not be used simultaneously.
12-04-2005, 04:55 PM
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Originally Posted by falcontx
That's good to know. Is there a quick and easy way to identify the firmware version?
With the radio on, press and hold the "Text" and "1" buttons.
12-04-2005, 09:22 PM
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Just wondering if a USB MP3 Player would power on when hooked up to the Audio Link. I have a USB MP3 Player I would like to use with this, which I also use as a flash drive, but wanted to make sure that the USB MP3 player would not power on when plugged into the Audio Link Module. I don't want the battery life to drain on maybe long drives.
12-04-2005, 09:40 PM
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Why couldn't you guys have released this a year ago and saved me $150 on Mazda's MP3 player? 
When I eventually buy thel AVElectronics video switcher for my nav and a portable DVD player, the factory MP3 player will be pretty useless to me since I'll be able to burn DVDs with gigabytes worth of MP3s on them instead of being limited to CDRs with 800mb worth.
When I eventually buy thel AVElectronics video switcher for my nav and a portable DVD player, the factory MP3 player will be pretty useless to me since I'll be able to burn DVDs with gigabytes worth of MP3s on them instead of being limited to CDRs with 800mb worth.
12-04-2005, 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Jabberwock
Just wondering if a USB MP3 Player would power on when hooked up to the Audio Link. I have a USB MP3 Player I would like to use with this, which I also use as a flash drive, but wanted to make sure that the USB MP3 player would not power on when plugged into the Audio Link Module. I don't want the battery life to drain on maybe long drives.
12-04-2005, 11:03 PM
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This product has alot of potential... hopefully it works as advertised.. but one question i have is that is it possible to have the cable running from the Audio link (the black box) to the ipod be longer? Seems like you need to have the Audio Link box out in the open for you to connect your ipod in it. I myself dont have an ipod, i have to use the tape deck thing to get my dell mp3 player to work 
But i know alot of my friends like to play DJ and grab the mp3 player and work it from the back seat. Will this unit be able to reach?
But i know alot of my friends like to play DJ and grab the mp3 player and work it from the back seat. Will this unit be able to reach?
12-04-2005, 11:13 PM
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Another question... if i choose the usb unit, will i be able to hook up the ipod to the usb port of the unit (using a usb to ipod sync cable) and be able to control the ipod using the steering wheel? If thats the case.. that would solve the cable not being long enough for peopel in the back seat to play DJ in the car.
This is the cable i was reffering to:
This is the cable i was reffering to:
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12-04-2005, 11:38 PM
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Originally Posted by BomberNYC
This product has alot of potential... hopefully it works as advertised.. but one question i have is that is it possible to have the cable running from the Audio link (the black box) to the ipod be longer? Seems like you need to have the Audio Link box out in the open for you to connect your ipod in it. I myself dont have an ipod, i have to use the tape deck thing to get my dell mp3 player to work But i know alot of my friends like to play DJ and grab the mp3 player and work it from the back seat. Will this unit be able to reach?
But i know alot of my friends like to play DJ and grab the mp3 player and work it from the back seat. Will this unit be able to reach?
Originally Posted by BomberNYC
Another question... if i choose the usb unit, will i be able to hook up the ipod to the usb port of the unit (using a usb to ipod sync cable) and be able to control the ipod using the steering wheel? If thats the case.. that would solve the cable not being long enough for peopel in the back seat to play DJ in the car.
12-05-2005, 07:09 AM
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Originally Posted by falcontx
I am not aware of any headunit version requirements. We have tested the unit on a 2003 Mazda 6, a 2004 Mazda 3 and a 2004 RX-8 and the unit worked fine on all of them.
12-05-2005, 04:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Rotary Rasp
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12-05-2005, 07:53 PM
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I bought 1 & got some sweet news
I asked them if they were coming out with something that would also let me connect a Sirius unit and here was their answer:
Sweet - now to find a place in my car for both and to start shopping for a Sirius unit. 
Falcontx - this maybe worthwhile information to add to the beginning of the thread for new people who jump on and read this thread.
Edit - **** - I should read before posting - sorry
dag
The iPod Integration Kit actually includes an auxilliary input alongside the iPod input. This auxilliary input could be used for an external satellite radio installation, such as Sirius. The unit switches automatically, depending on the source of sound. In other words, if you have the iPod playing and the external source turned off, you hear the iPod. Likewise, if you have the iPod turned off and the external source turned on, you hear the external source.
Hopefully this helps you out. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask!
Donny
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Hopefully this helps you out. If you have any further questions, please feel free to ask!
Donny
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Falcontx - this maybe worthwhile information to add to the beginning of the thread for new people who jump on and read this thread.
Edit - **** - I should read before posting - sorry
dag
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12-05-2005, 08:59 PM
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Originally Posted by PoLaK
anyone testing this know if perchance the cable is long enough to reach by the dsc off botton that way i could put my ipod in the change/cellphone holder below the buttons.
http://img235.imageshack.us/img235/4843/tiff27rk.jpg
note on a LHD not RHD
Or at least covertly to the glove box, http://media.mazda.ch/dossiers/RX-8/.../package11.jpg
or the storage box behing the cupholders?
http://media.mazda.ch/dossiers/RX-8/.../package05.jpg
http://img235.imageshack.us/img235/4843/tiff27rk.jpg
note on a LHD not RHD
Or at least covertly to the glove box, http://media.mazda.ch/dossiers/RX-8/.../package11.jpg
or the storage box behing the cupholders?
http://media.mazda.ch/dossiers/RX-8/.../package05.jpg
