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tmc3 02-21-2013 01:32 PM

Mazda iPod kit
 
Has anybody with navigation used Mazda's iPod integration kit? They're saying that I need both the C9F5-V6-029 AND TD91-79-CVZA. One is supposedly the installation kit, but I can't tell from the website. That would be about 3 bills before any installation costs. This seems ridiculous to me.

Carbon Fibr 02-21-2013 01:34 PM

just use an aux cable if your just looking for sound.

tmc3 02-21-2013 01:58 PM

I want control through the head unit as well. Plus, I get a TON of engine noise through the aux port. It sounds like I have a supercharger when I'm using my aux input.

Carbon Fibr 02-21-2013 02:12 PM

hmm yeah; idunno. Im in the process of putting a tablet in my dash & I know my alpine deck has a USB port; but it doesnt support iphones or tablets when it comes to control.
So i just grabbed an Aux

simonmd 02-21-2013 03:47 PM

I just fitted one of these, USB SD SDHC MP3 CD Changer AUX In Adapter Radio Mazda 2 3 5 6 RX8 | eBay

Got all my music on an SDcard and it lives in the glovebox out of the way. Took 5 mins to fit!

D Rob 02-28-2013 07:03 PM


Originally Posted by tmc3 (Post 4429967)
I want control through the head unit as well. Plus, I get a TON of engine noise through the aux port. It sounds like I have a supercharger when I'm using my aux input.

FYI, Mazda released a TSB for this. The dealer will fix it. Just a FYI.

tmc3 03-06-2013 07:31 PM

Huh... I'm on the "MyMazda" site and they haven't said anything about it. So they'll take away that whine coming through my aux? Is there a link to the announcement or anything like that?

kkotw 03-21-2013 12:27 PM

[quote=simonmd] I just fitted one of these, USB SD SDHC MP3 CD Changer AUX In Adapter Radio Mazda 2 3 5 6 RX8 | eBay
does it fit to rx8 r3 or the old models ? cos i realy would like usb mp3 on my r3 and also to be able to change music through
the control on the steering wheel ....


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jrx13 03-21-2013 01:28 PM


Originally Posted by tmc3 (Post 4436504)
Huh... I'm on the "MyMazda" site and they haven't said anything about it. So they'll take away that whine coming through my aux? Is there a link to the announcement or anything like that?

No it basically says don't use the charger at the same time or install an aftermarket ground loop isolator.


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sapibuntinx 01-09-2018 11:43 PM


Originally Posted by simonmd (Post 4430079)
I just fitted one of these, USB SD SDHC MP3 CD Changer AUX In Adapter Radio Mazda 2 3 5 6 RX8 eBay

Got all my music on an SDcard and it lives in the glovebox out of the way. Took 5 mins to fit!

Suitable for the following radio models:
...
RX-8 2004-2006
...

I thought we're in S2 specific subforum.

Btw, any update on this? Is it C9F5-V6-029 or TD91-79-CVZA? I got a 2010 and also wants to have an ipod kit for my car so I can use the steering wheel control to change the music track.

speed7 11-08-2018 12:53 AM

I have a Bluetooth adapter that connects to the iPod 30 pin cable. Yeah the noise / feedback loop while using the six cable plus a charger is annoying as hell. I’ll find the link for the one I’m usaing and add it to this thread. It came with another car I bought but also works with the rx8. It can be a bit finicky but the sound quality is perfect.

its called a cool stream.. but looks like they have a few different models.. the one I have is for a Mercedes and it works great but not perfect. I’m going to call them and see what we can do about a Mazda version.. I have steering wheel control functionality in my Mercedes.. let me see if I can get this working for the Mazda. If so anyone interested in a group buy? I can organize it.. the sound quality is perfect btw.. way better than I love had on other Bluetooth devices.

if they are going to need a test car... anyone want to volunteer? My interior is 95% gone.. and no steering wheel controls.

speed7 11-09-2018 03:30 PM

I'm having cool stream send me a tester for the Mazda to see how well it works. I'll update this thread with my findings.

tom.i 12-03-2018 02:05 PM

@speed7 - what about your device sir, does it work well? I don't want to use CDRWs anymore :-/

speed7 11-08-2019 09:25 AM

Sorry for such a late update on this topic.. I was not happy with the Bluetooth device from coolstream connected to the standard head unit. Still looking for a viable solution. For now I use the aux port. The iPod kit is in the “race car” and I’ve yet to pull it out with the radio. I’ll be doing that this winter and transferring it to another car for more testing. The fact that I don’t drive the car daily is what’s slowing down development on a factory like solution. So I apologize in advance.

wannawankel 11-08-2019 11:00 AM

I'm using the Griffin iTrip Bluetooth Aux -Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit for Cars with 3.5 mm Aux Input - and havn't had any issue with this
I have one in two separate cars and old 2002 CRV and my 2010 GT.

Nisaja 11-12-2019 02:22 PM

Is there any way to get something like a GROM or GT Car Kit to work? There must be a way to add Bluetooth to S2s. The AUX is good but it doesn't let you change songs or answer calls from the steering wheel.

Anthony45 11-20-2019 04:48 AM

@Carbon Fibr do you have xp with alpine stereos? Would you recommend them?
Sorry for being off topic.

I'm looking for a good stereo and my vote will be on the Alpine.

Now I was trying to gather as much info as possible but most review blogs are junk.
I mean they are hyping and when I've checked out some actual customer reviews the
difference is huge.

Along with my journey in review land I came across a different site. It seems to be the real deal. I mean it harshly criticizes the flaws that each brand has. This has put me on the fence.For example there's a review about Alpine w650 HU. I was eyeing this headunit.

How bad is that slow startup? Does it take 20s to boot up? What about the value for the money?

Any insights are highly appreciated


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