IPOD Option on LCI
05-09-2007, 04:05 PM
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I am not a fan of itunes and was wondering if some Windows Media Player compatible MP3 player will also work seamlessly with my new car. I am new to this stuff. My Kids have IPOD shuffles so I have used Itunes.
Any comments or solutions. Can music be put on an IPOD without itunes?
Any comments or solutions. Can music be put on an IPOD without itunes?
05-10-2007, 07:44 AM
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The BMW iPod adapter will only work with iPods. The AUX input will work with any audio source.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
05-10-2007, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by subterFUSE' post='422965' date='May 10 2007, 08:44 AM
The BMW iPod adapter will only work with iPods. The AUX input will work with any audio source.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
05-14-2007, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by subterFUSE' post='422965' date='May 10 2007, 11:44 AM
The BMW iPod adapter will only work with iPods. The AUX input will work with any audio source.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
If you have a PC, then you can use programs other than iTunes to load music on an iPod. MediaMonkey is one example. On a Mac, I don't think you have any choice but to use iTunes.
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05-14-2007, 12:47 PM
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Originally Posted by luhar' post='424311' date='May 14 2007, 10:42 PM
I believe the USB port will accept USB memory sticks with MP3, AAC, WMA ect... files one it and allow you to play them> At least thats what I think my user manual says.
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I'm currently using a regular 4GB USB stick from Kingston filled with music.
Works like a charm. mp3, wma...
05-14-2007, 01:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Scandic24' post='424312' date='May 14 2007, 04:47 PM
Oh yes!
I'm currently using a regular 4GB USB stick from Kingston filled with music.
Works like a charm. mp3, wma...
I'm currently using a regular 4GB USB stick from Kingston filled with music.
Works like a charm. mp3, wma...
Does anyone know if there is going to be a retrofit for this USB thing? I would rather do this than plunk down on the IPOD retrofit.
05-14-2007, 01:55 PM
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Conflicting info here so I bought an IPod over the weekend in preparation.
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Originally Posted by Hormazd' post='424338' date='May 14 2007, 04:55 PM
Conflicting info here so I bought an IPod over the weekend in preparation.
I did not own an iPod until I took delivery of my 535i. I'm now a fan. The interface is seamless, and the sound is outstanding.
The manual does indicate that you can also use USB memory sticks with the iPod/USB option.
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Originally Posted by enelrojo' post='424355' date='May 15 2007, 12:44 AM
I did not own an iPod until I took delivery of my 535i. I'm now a fan. The interface is seamless, and the sound is outstanding.
The manual does indicate that you can also use USB memory sticks with the iPod/USB option.
The manual does indicate that you can also use USB memory sticks with the iPod/USB option.
I like to be surprised and that is the key feature of a ipod or other device against a usb stick or dvd or cd. The cd or dvd plays at random until you skip a song and that the end of it