Questions on my 2007 550i
10-18-2009, 07:00 PM
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Hi everyone,
I've been a long-time lurker here. I just recently got a 2007 550i and have a few questions. I'll post pictures when I get the chance. Anyway, the car plays MP3 audios (from CDs) and has an AUX port, but I want to be able to control my iPod from iDrive. I read that you require a cable for this? Also, my car doesn't have navigation
and would like to integrate it. I've read that this can be very expensive but I'd still want to hear how this was done and how much money was involved.
Thanks in advance!!!
I've been a long-time lurker here. I just recently got a 2007 550i and have a few questions. I'll post pictures when I get the chance. Anyway, the car plays MP3 audios (from CDs) and has an AUX port, but I want to be able to control my iPod from iDrive. I read that you require a cable for this? Also, my car doesn't have navigation
and would like to integrate it. I've read that this can be very expensive but I'd still want to hear how this was done and how much money was involved.Thanks in advance!!!
10-18-2009, 07:08 PM
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you will need to install a dension to be able to control your ipod via iDrive. The LCI e60's have a USB option that allows you to control your iPod via iDrive, unfortunately yours does not.
Not sure about the Navi retrofit, I'm sure a quick search will get you some answers tho..
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Not sure about the Navi retrofit, I'm sure a quick search will get you some answers tho..
GL
10-18-2009, 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='1035392' date='Oct 18 2009, 08:08 PM
you will need to install a dension to be able to control your ipod via iDrive. The LCI e60's have a USB option that allows you to control your iPod via iDrive, unfortunately yours does not.
Not sure about the Navi retrofit, I'm sure a quick search will get you some answers tho..
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Not sure about the Navi retrofit, I'm sure a quick search will get you some answers tho..
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10-18-2009, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by GotM' post='1035401' date='Oct 18 2009, 08:27 PM
Thanks! Don't I have the option to get the USB interface from the dealer and have it reprogrammed?
10-20-2009, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by GENEaTALS' post='1035414' date='Oct 18 2009, 10:45 PM
AFAIK, no you do not have that option to get that retrofitted by your dealer....that's why most go the dension route...
Edit: Keep in mind this OEM kit is NOT the USB interface we have in LCI cars.
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to the forum. I just asked my dealer about OEM adapter and the SA said that I would have to plug in the iPod from inside the glove box. I don't like hat option and I'm just going to stick with the AUX and MP3s. I'm leery of adding 3rd party electronics as that might provide BMW with fodder to refuse warranty work by blaming the 3rd party device for any electrical relatd problems. They even have a disclaimer in the manual against adding non-OEM devices.
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Originally Posted by porsche911targa' post='1036965' date='Oct 20 2009, 03:57 PM
to the forum. I just asked my dealer about OEM adapter and the SA said that I would have to plug in the iPod from inside the glove box. I don't like hat option and I'm just going to stick with the AUX and MP3s. I'm leery of adding 3rd party electronics as that might provide BMW with fodder to refuse warranty work by blaming the 3rd party device for any electrical relatd problems. They even have a disclaimer in the manual against adding non-OEM devices.