2005 BMW 530i Ipod Interface
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Originally Posted by kokmister818' post='1071799' date='Dec 10 2009, 07:00 PM
thanx alot the info is much apprecitated these service guys are idiots.
no problem, update us when you get it done and its working
most bmw shops just replace parts, they dont really know how to figure out how to fix things these days
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Originally Posted by PraiseTheLowered' post='1071803' date='Dec 10 2009, 07:02 PM
no problem, update us when you get it done and its working
most bmw shops just replace parts, they dont really know how to figure out how to fix things these days
most bmw shops just replace parts, they dont really know how to figure out how to fix things these days
where did u purchase ur ipod adapter and is there any way u can post a picture of how the interface works im curious to see what the systems gonna look like after the update.
thanx
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i bought the adapter at the apple store, it was $21 i think but it charges my ipod too so its well worth it
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
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My Ride: Black 2006 BMW 530i with sport and prem package, staggered 124 wheels, 50% tint, AC Schnitzer aluminum pedals, black interior w/ alum trim set, M style body kit and sound upgrade: Alpine PDX-5, PXE-H660, sub, MBQuart speakers.
i would just call a couple of other dealers in your area, many times they don't know what they're talking about.
When I had my audio aux input installed in my car they charged me about $200, but I remember they quoted my about $400 for the ipod interface (where you see all the info in the big screen). I don't know why they want to charge you 1300
Finally, I have an '06 530i (no CDC, no Nav) and I was always able to play MP3s and see all folders and song descriptions in the main screen. I never had anything updated or added at the dealer regarding that, the car came with it.
When I had my audio aux input installed in my car they charged me about $200, but I remember they quoted my about $400 for the ipod interface (where you see all the info in the big screen). I don't know why they want to charge you 1300
Finally, I have an '06 530i (no CDC, no Nav) and I was always able to play MP3s and see all folders and song descriptions in the main screen. I never had anything updated or added at the dealer regarding that, the car came with it.
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Originally Posted by PraiseTheLowered' post='1071819' date='Dec 10 2009, 07:19 PM
i bought the adapter at the apple store, it was $21 i think but it charges my ipod too so its well worth it
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
Wondering if you or other members could help me out here.
I have an 06' with no CD Changer but my indash does read MP3's.
I just installed the IPod Interface I purchased from member Brad Kane.
I get power, my IPod Touch tells me it is connected, but not charging of course, but nothing is added to my Entertainment screen.
Just FM AM WB and CD, I also looked under CD and it had CD/DVD but I am unable to get the Ipod to be seen or heard.
With your earlier post, you mentioned the SIB to get the CDC to read an MP3 and it should work.
I have an 06' and like I mentioned my indash can read MP3's.
Do you think I have to get it programmed?
Thanks in advance.
D
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Originally Posted by RuffRuff' post='1071906' date='Dec 10 2009, 08:54 PM
PTL-
Wondering if you or other members could help me out here.
I have an 06' with no CD Changer but my indash does read MP3's.
I just installed the IPod Interface I purchased from member Brad Kane.
I get power, my IPod Touch tells me it is connected, but not charging of course, but nothing is added to my Entertainment screen.
Just FM AM WB and CD, I also looked under CD and it had CD/DVD but I am unable to get the Ipod to be seen or heard.
With your earlier post, you mentioned the SIB to get the CDC to read an MP3 and it should work.
I have an 06' and like I mentioned my indash can read MP3's.
Do you think I have to get it programmed?
Thanks in advance.
D
Wondering if you or other members could help me out here.
I have an 06' with no CD Changer but my indash does read MP3's.
I just installed the IPod Interface I purchased from member Brad Kane.
I get power, my IPod Touch tells me it is connected, but not charging of course, but nothing is added to my Entertainment screen.
Just FM AM WB and CD, I also looked under CD and it had CD/DVD but I am unable to get the Ipod to be seen or heard.
With your earlier post, you mentioned the SIB to get the CDC to read an MP3 and it should work.
I have an 06' and like I mentioned my indash can read MP3's.
Do you think I have to get it programmed?
Thanks in advance.
D
yep even if it reads mp3 cd's it will still need to have the idrive programed to read it, my cdc did play mp3's but i still had to get it updated
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Originally Posted by PraiseTheLowered' post='1071819' date='Dec 10 2009, 07:19 PM
i bought the adapter at the apple store, it was $21 i think but it charges my ipod too so its well worth it
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
as far as pictures go take a peek here, its similar to this but instead of "playlists" "genres" it just says cd1 cd2 cd3 etc
http://images.apple.com/in/ipod/car-integr...em_20080513.jpg
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Originally Posted by e60lurker' post='1071937' date='Dec 10 2009, 09:21 PM
So wait, you got your ipod adapter for around $21 at the apple store? Is that a part you got in addition to the OEM Ipod adapter that costs around $250-$300 (like the one listed above) or instead of the OEM part? This is Dave by the way, I checked out your cf hood a few months ago...
hey dave whats up man
to answer the question yes, the sosche adapter was in addition to the ipod adapter, its so it can charge through the car battery