iPod in 166.

Hi,

as I already posted in another thread, I very recently got my dongle to finally work in my 166. This means that it is possible to connect an ipod (using a suitable cable) to the RCA connectors of the car audio system (that the CDC normally uses). I already received some signals that more people are interested. So I'd like to find out how many people are possibly interested in such a dongle.

I'm thinking of doing 2 versions:
1) Aux-in only. This means that you can connect an external audio source like an ipod or another mp3-player to the audio plugs of the cd-changer. It also means that the cd-changer can no longer be used in your car.
2) Aux-in + ipod control. With this version, you should be able to charge your ipod and control your ipod through the ICS. Again, the cd-changer can no longer be used in your car.

I'm currently working on cleaning up Version 1 (to facilitate "mass-production" ), and starting with the implementation of Version 2, so that's gonna take a little longer.

This is an open-source project, because it is actually based on an open-source project so I have no choice, but I am willing to sell kits (either DIY or pre-assembled) in the very near future. The kit will contain all necessary hardware + instructions how to install the thing in your car. I'm not yet sure about prices, though. Shouldn't be too bad, of course.

Sander

[niallmoran]

oooo - i'd be interested....especially in V2

Is there any way you could have a change over switch between the dongle and the cdc? Although once the ipod control is up and running a cdc will be pretty much redundant!

[Thinpig]

I would be a definite customer - provided you can get your dongle-thingy to work with a 156 GTA stereo! The stereo is a Blaupunkt, and I imagine the wiring would work in an identical manner.

[HowardA]

156's have off the shelf Dension stuff don't they ???

The 166 is a very different kettle

[niallmoran]

indeed - Sander will officially be a 166 God if he gets V2 up and running

[RobinHood]

Sounds great!

Really control the ipod though the ics?

Dan

[Cluffstarr]

Hi! Would be very interested in V1! Have 10GB of music on my MP3 player that I'm dying to play direct through the ICS rather than through a tape adaptor where the quality is rubbish!!

I'm assuming I don't need a CD changer to use this - just the data and L/R audio cables in the boot from the ICS?

Originally Posted by Cluffstarr

I'm assuming I don't need a CD changer to use this - just the data and L/R audio cables in the boot from the ICS?

That's right!

Sander

[Cluffstarr]

Great stuff. Just need to have a look for the cables now. Hopefully they're there. If not does anyone out there have a spare ICS to CD changer data and audio lead?

Cheers, Cluffstarr

[marktodd]

Yes I have one if you need it. Good work so far from Sandyman!

[Rune R.]

Yes, I would be interested, both options are of interest, depending on cost I go for V1 while I vait for V2 if V2 are some months off

[cioannou]

I am also greatly interested in any version, I just want to plug my iPod in. I don't even care if it works with the ICS , I would use it even if I could just plug it in an Audio-In jack or RCA that would be nicely hidden somewhere.

This is small enough to hide anywhere in your car! It measures 43x54mm (1,69"x2,09").

Sander

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[HowardA]

Will you be able to keep the CD changer plugged in and have a switch/sensor for when the mp3 player is connected?

Originally Posted by HowardA

Will you be able to keep the CD changer plugged in and have a switch/sensor for when the mp3 player is connected?

No, however, I might be able to integrate that into V2 (but then it would only work with an ipod). I'll think about it.

Sander

[enzucciomio]

Hi to everybody from Italy!

I'm interested in either V1 or V2 solution.

Thank you Sander for your effort!!

Enzo

Originally Posted by Rune R.

Yes, I would be interested, both options are of interest, depending on cost I go for V1 while I vait for V2 if V2 are some months off

It's possible to upgrade V1 to V2 by adding a little hardware and upgrading the software (when that's ready).

Sander

[Cluffstarr]

Any idea on price Sandyman, or your Forum for sale?

Cheers, Kieran

Originally Posted by Cluffstarr

Any idea on price Sandyman, or your Forum for sale?

Cheers, Kieran

Hi, the V1 kit should cost no more than €40 (~£26), and if you want it assembled+tested it will set you back something like €55 (~£36) excl. S&H. It depends somewhat on my own suppliers of parts...

Sander

[Christopher,SWE]

If you could get version 2 to work i would almost agree to bear your children.

Right now i have disconnected my factory stereo and connected my ipod directly to a standard Clarion cdplayer in my boot. The cdplayer is then connected to two separate amps for my new Infinity reference door speakers and a JBL 12 inch bass. The sound is breathtaking but my world would be bright and sunny at all times if i could control my ipod using the factory stereo.

Let me know when and how much!!!

Christopher Höglund

[Pizey]

Count me on V2. You should make a tidy sum from this...

[stephendjb]

Count me in will have a V1 & I'll take a V2 off you when you get that sorted only got an mp3 player anyway at the moment but with control for an ipod I'd happily invest would save trying to locate the elusive standard changer

[Christopher,SWE]

I'll take a v1 if it is going to be a while before the v2 is ready.

Christopher

[MickT]

Hi Sandyman, dongle looks very good, and good quality. After the hassle I have had and still having trying to fit the CD changer, I may just give up and go for the donlge and Ipod/MP3 player. However I do not have the cables from the ICs to the Cd changer so I would have to make a cable to fit. Do you know what connectors are on the back of the ICS for connecting your dongle to, and also connecting the audio in, cheers

[ucezar]

Hi to everybody from Roumania!

I'm interested in either V1 or V2 solution.

Thank you Sander .

Cezar