ipod integration, explanation for a dummy please

mikeouk · 11-15-2011, 04:43 AM

I know theres various threads on here regarding how to set up for using an ipod with the sound system, but all the talk of re coding etc is completely lost on me.
Ok,,,so my car has idrive and prep for cd changer. Ive attatched a jpeg of the exact spec of my car, please can someone explain to me the cheapest and easiest way for me to get my ipod to work via the screen on the dash so i can change tracks and stuff from the steering wheel controls.
Is there something i can buy that just plugs in, and if so, where does it plug in and is this something i can do myself?

kaishang · 11-15-2011, 04:58 AM

Unless I am wrong you cannot use your iDrive to control your iPod on your particular car.

The only way to use it is to buy a 3.5mm - 3.5mm lead and plug the iPod into the 3.5mm jack in the armrest.

Newer cars have a USB slot which can control the iPod. I cannot see a USB slot on your spec.

mv57 · 11-15-2011, 05:17 AM

With the pro sat nav is there not a USB port in the glove box. 80g hard drive. Could it that route?

mv57 · 11-15-2011, 05:18 AM

With the cd changer BMW do an iPod integration for Â£160. Sorry for double post

mikeouk · 11-15-2011, 05:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mv57

With the pro sat nav is there not a USB port in the glove box. 80g hard drive. Could it that route?

just checked in glove box, i cant see a usb port

mv57 · 11-15-2011, 06:35 AM

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Originally Posted by mikeouk

just checked in glove box, i cant see a usb port

sorry buddy. did not see your car specs (age) on the iPhone app. 2008 and up only on the usb i think. That option is out.

kaishang · 11-15-2011, 06:44 AM

The easiest and cheapest thing is to get a 3.5/3.5mm cable, plug it into the armrest jack and just use your iPod as normal...

All the threads you have read are for cars with have built in USB slots and iPod integration. Your car was built before this happened.

If you have too much cash which you want to get rid of, consider the Alpine stereo upgrade which will dramatically improve your sound whatever sound source you use.

Boyd1963 · 11-15-2011, 08:39 AM

You are looking at £400+ to get the iPod interface fitted by BMW. The interface will be very similar to the one you get when you play MP3 CDs

mv57 · 11-15-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Boyd1963

You are looking at Â£400 to get the iPod interface fitted by BMW. The interface will be very similar to the one you get when you play MP3 CDs

Are you sure? The receipt for mine. Done by previous onwer was Â£160.

moar · 11-15-2011, 10:34 AM

Everything you want to know is here :

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=603977

moar · 11-15-2011, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaishang

Unless I am wrong you cannot use your iDrive to control your iPod on your particular car.
The only way to use it is to buy a 3.5mm - 3.5mm lead and plug the iPod into the 3.5mm jack in the armrest.

Newer cars have a USB slot which can control the iPod. I cannot see a USB slot on your spec.

Wrong

moar · 11-15-2011, 10:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mv57

Are you sure? The receipt for mine. Done by previous onwer was Â£160.

£160 fitted?

Is that on a car with idrive and no usb port?

Sure it wasn't just labour on it own?

moar · 11-15-2011, 10:39 AM

Essentially you want a 2nd hand BMW ipod interface for around £65, a person to rearrange the fibres in your car to add the cd changer prep into the loop and then finally someone to code that cd changer prep.

That latter should cost around £45.

So £45 + cost of the unit ( £45-100 )

This will all give you control of the ipod on the idrive screen and through your remote controls etc.

Boyd1963 · 11-15-2011, 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mv57

Are you sure? The receipt for mine. Done by previous onwer was Â£160.

I think I paid £193 for the parts alone in my old car. I didn't have to pay for fitting but have been told that BMW charge about £200

mikeouk · 11-15-2011, 11:30 AM

Thanks for the replies, I think I'll just leave as is, I can't justify spending heaps, I'll just use the aux and change tracks on the ipod

Boyd1963 · 11-15-2011, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikeouk

Thanks for the replies, I think I'll just leave as is, I can't justify spending heaps, I'll just use the aux and change tracks on the ipod

Probably very wise.

Even these guys are now quoting £449

http://www.navtvman.co.uk/retrofits/bmw/index.html

and the parts are now £257

http://www.cooper-bmw-parts.co.uk/in...com_virtuemart

moar · 11-15-2011, 11:55 AM

Well it cost me £80 all in to have a full working set up. Don't have to worry about charging or getting distracted from the road..

£80 isn't exactly a heap.. Just need to wait for an interface to come on ebay, one comes on around every week.

- Paul - · 11-15-2011, 12:12 PM

I already have coding for mp3 cd's etc - and a cd changer in the glove box - if I bought an ipod interface and plugged in instead of the cd changer - would that work?

Rob GTI · 11-15-2011, 12:40 PM

Don't forget if you do the install yourself with something like the Dension or OEM interface you can recoup some of the outlay when you sell the car by removing and reselling the interface. Makes it a bit more affordable.

Second hand Dension 500's regularly make two thirds of their new price on ebay.

moar · 11-15-2011, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by - Paul -

I already have coding for mp3 cd's etc - and a cd changer in the glove box - if I bought an ipod interface and plugged in instead of the cd changer - would that work?

Yes 100%

If you buy the BMW interface, litearlly just plug the cd changer cable into that and then you're good to go.

edit - bmw interface or dension, both will work out the box for you.

fastloop · 11-15-2011, 04:13 PM

I would go Denison 500 as the BMW retrofit one is very basic and navigating songs are a pain. Denison allows you to find artists/albums with an A-Z selection.

- Paul - · 11-15-2011, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moar

Yes 100%

If you buy the BMW interface, litearlly just plug the cd changer cable into that and then you're good to go.

edit - bmw interface or dension, both will work out the box for you.

- thanks. - Will have to look on ebay!

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kaishang Colonel 54 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: 2010 E90 330d Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: London iTrader: (0)	The easiest and cheapest thing is to get a 3.5/3.5mm cable, plug it into the armrest jack and just use your iPod as normal... All the threads you have read are for cars with have built in USB slots and iPod integration. Your car was built before this happened. If you have too much cash which you want to get rid of, consider the Alpine stereo upgrade which will dramatically improve your sound whatever sound source you use.
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moar First Lieutenant 14 Rep 391 Posts Drives: 330i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: sheffield uk iTrader: (0)	Essentially you want a 2nd hand BMW ipod interface for around £65, a person to rearrange the fibres in your car to add the cd changer prep into the loop and then finally someone to code that cd changer prep. That latter should cost around £45. So £45 + cost of the unit ( £45-100 ) This will all give you control of the ipod on the idrive screen and through your remote controls etc. __________________ 2007 330i M Sport Saloon Le Mans Blue Active steering - Comfort Access - Bluetooth -TV - Heated Electric Memory Leather Seats - Auto - Logic 7 - Pro Nav - Adaptive Xenon Headlights BMW Assist - iPod integration - Swirl free .
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mikeouk Lieutenant 39 Rep 448 Posts Drives: 2010 E92 325D m sport Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: cumbria iTrader: (0)	Thanks for the replies, I think I'll just leave as is, I can't justify spending heaps, I'll just use the aux and change tracks on the ipod __________________ 2010 E92 325D M SPORT BLUE WATER, CORAL RED LEATHER
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