Article about 6FL iPod/USB option
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Originally Posted by Scandic24' post='401411' date='Mar 11 2007, 05:42 AM
Same here!
After some hesitation, caused by the supposed placement in the back of the armrest, I took the plunge and added the USB option in the last minute...I really wanted it but I could see my kids kicking my USB sticks to pieces...Now I'm happy again
Thanks for the info.
After some hesitation, caused by the supposed placement in the back of the armrest, I took the plunge and added the USB option in the last minute...I really wanted it but I could see my kids kicking my USB sticks to pieces...Now I'm happy again
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I order my car with USB option my Q:
The usb cable included or I have to use the original Ipod cable that came with Ipod ??
The dealer in Finland say to me I need to purchase a BMW ipod cable?
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The usb cable included or I have to use the original Ipod cable that came with Ipod ??
The dealer in Finland say to me I need to purchase a BMW ipod cable?
thanks
kosmo
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For the best iPod functionality, you'll need the special cable that BMW sells. The cable is included in the cost of the option in the USA but I'm not sure about Finland...
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Are you sure 6FL USB option is not retrofittable (into an LCI car)? I know that article says it isn't available as a retrofit. However, I can find USB/audio interface here. Parts are listed for cars from 03/07, thus fitting to LCI cars only.
Think it would be possible to get USB working with these parts + coding USB option to car at the dealer?
I'm just wondering whether to retrofit this USB option OR buy ipod MOST interface kit.. but really would like to get USB option since it's better.
Think it would be possible to get USB working with these parts + coding USB option to car at the dealer?
I'm just wondering whether to retrofit this USB option OR buy ipod MOST interface kit.. but really would like to get USB option since it's better.
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Originally Posted by tume' post='532194' date='Feb 16 2008, 07:51 PM
Are you sure 6FL USB option is not retrofittable (into an LCI car)? I know that article says it isn't available as a retrofit. However, I can find USB/audio interface here. Parts are listed for cars from 03/07, thus fitting to LCI cars only.
Think it would be possible to get USB working with these parts + coding USB option to car at the dealer?
I'm just wondering whether to retrofit this USB option OR buy ipod MOST interface kit.. but really would like to get USB option since it's better.
Think it would be possible to get USB working with these parts + coding USB option to car at the dealer?
I'm just wondering whether to retrofit this USB option OR buy ipod MOST interface kit.. but really would like to get USB option since it's better.
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small question, how much does it cost to integrate the USB port in my handrest? part + labor?
id love to be able to use my 8GB USB STICK for music.thx a lot
id love to be able to use my 8GB USB STICK for music.thx a lot
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Originally Posted by bteljuice1' post='582081' date='May 16 2008, 11:57 AM
small question, how much does it cost to integrate the USB port in my handrest? part + labor?
id love to be able to use my 8GB USB STICK for music.thx a lot
id love to be able to use my 8GB USB STICK for music.thx a lot
best bet would be to contact your local dealer. Previous threads have quoted between $400-600. Try running a search under "USB retrofit" or "IPOD retrofit" there a many threads about it. Good luck...
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hahaha.Gene, ARE YOU FOLLOWING ME?
thx a lot gene.whatever i post, 2sec, i get u backing me up with the same comments (SEARCH)
i did do a search on both. I do not want the Ipod, only USB STICK.as i understood there are 2 types of retrofit
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