Another Ipod/mp3 adapter

[chuck401]

Originally Posted by ruphen

Is that a 1/8 plug in on the left side or is that a charging port? if it is, the audio cable should work with that plug in. I am not sure what kind of phone you have; let me know and I will research it for you. How do you listen to your music right now? do you plug in headphones on that plug on the left?

Ruphen

you will most likely have to buy an adaptor (3mm. male to1/8 th in. female) for your phone. It will plug into the headphone jack and than you plug a 1/8th in. male to 1/8 th in.male cable to the CC adaptor. Total cost will be about $15.00 for cable and phone adaptor.

[madi05]

Originally Posted by ruphen

Is that a 1/8 plug in on the left side or is that a charging port? if it is, the audio cable should work with that plug in. I am not sure what kind of phone you have; let me know and I will research it for you. How do you listen to your music right now? do you plug in headphones on that plug on the left?

Ruphen

Hi, i dont know what size it is , i can tell u i have a small ipod 512mb that plugs directly in usb to download music to it, no screen or anything and the head set for that is too big for my phone but i have another headset with a smaller plug that works in that hole on the side of my phone u referred to, the problem is neither says what size they are, lol my phone is a palm centro , the new pda unit , i would appreciate yur help on this cause im very interested in using this in my car, my phone goes where i go so would my music, lol

thanks
madi05

[madi05]

HI, i think it is a 2.5 mm plug, what does that mean?

madi05

[roguemoog]

If I had to guess I'd say that's a Palm. Maybe a Centro? If so it charges through the other connector. Anyway, it's not necessarily a 1/8", it could be a smaller type, a mini-jack. I would try to plug in a set of regular headphones into that red phone, if they fit, then the AUX in would work in the truck.

[ruphen]

rdharper

Trying to answer some questions, I found that the Ipod adapter alwasys has power. So it wouldn't be a good idea to have the Ipod always connected to the cable. When you power off the truck or turn off the radio, the Ipod stays on, it does pause, so I think it would eventually power off as normal; but continue to be power trickled til fully charged. Either way it looks like a bad idea to have the Ipod connected all the time.

Ruphen

[cclement8187]

I think I found a simpler and neater soultion. Many people have not heard for Peripheral Electronics. With this company, you install a module that does a few things at once and all without buying after market head unit. First of all, it connects through the display and allows you to browse your library with programmed buttons on the head unit. Next, the module charges your iPod at the same time as listening to it to keep your battery full while enjoying the music. Also, the module allows you to experience high quality sound as if you just had a CD in. If any questions, feel free to PM or reply

[TurtleAddict]

Hey all, I installed the AIP-HD03-ID a few days ago and I love it! I was using a Monster FM Transmitter for years and it sounded ok in my old truck, but in the Ridgeline it was just horrible. After doing some research and checking out what other members were using, I decided that this adapter was the way to go. I don't care for XM and could care less if the OEM radio can control "some" functions of the iPod - the iPod controls are still better. Right there that eliminates PIE, USA Spec, and Peripheral Electronics... and their heafty price tags.

As far as the install goes it doesn't get easier. Dash comes off pretty easily, save for a few stubborn connectors, and the radio is easy too. Unplug the XM and plug in the adapter. After testing out a few different mounting locations, I ended up just zip-tying it to one of the vents in the dash, running the iPod cable into the Not An Ashtray, and running the 1/8 wire (sold seperately) into the glovebox. That way if I'm driving with someone who doesn't have an iPod it will still work. I couldn't believe my ears when I tested it - Eruption by Van Halen hasn't sounded so good in years. All for $50. Good find TC.

As with anything, I still wonder how this adapter holds up over time. Supposedly these adapters are much better than the previous model. Many people have told me that the FM transmitters don't last long - I had mine for years. I also heard that iPod batteries only last a year - mine is going on 3 years and still holds a charge. So I guess to each his own. But if anyone has any experience please share. Later.

[ruphen]

Originally Posted by TurtleAddict

Hey all, I installed the AIP-HD03-ID a few days ago and I love it! I was using a Monster FM Transmitter for years and it sounded ok in my old truck, but in the Ridgeline it was just horrible. After doing some research and checking out what other members were using, I decided that this adapter was the way to go. I don't care for XM and could care less if the OEM radio can control "some" functions of the iPod - the iPod controls are still better. Right there that eliminates PIE, USA Spec, and Peripheral Electronics... and their heafty price tags.

As far as the install goes it doesn't get easier. Dash comes off pretty easily, save for a few stubborn connectors, and the radio is easy too. Unplug the XM and plug in the adapter. After testing out a few different mounting locations, I ended up just zip-tying it to one of the vents in the dash, running the iPod cable into the Not An Ashtray, and running the 1/8 wire (sold seperately) into the glovebox. That way if I'm driving with someone who doesn't have an iPod it will still work. I couldn't believe my ears when I tested it - Eruption by Van Halen hasn't sounded so good in years. All for $50. Good find TC.

As with anything, I still wonder how this adapter holds up over time. Supposedly these adapters are much better than the previous model. Many people have told me that the FM transmitters don't last long - I had mine for years. I also heard that iPod batteries only last a year - mine is going on 3 years and still holds a charge. So I guess to each his own. But if anyone has any experience please share. Later.

I am so glad someone else found this adapter useful. I was looking to keep the stock look and this was the most inexpensive device I found. thanks for confirming the easy install and good sound quality.

Ruphen

[xridgelinex]

Originally Posted by ruphen

I am so glad someone else found this adapter useful. I was looking to keep the stock look and this was the most inexpensive device I found. thanks for confirming the easy install and good sound quality.

Ruphen

I also purchased one based on your recommendation. Off of eBay, brand new shipped for $28... Works great. I plan on using it with a VR3 HD radio kit......
* AXXESS IPOD AUXILIARY INPUT - HONDA - eBay (item 140239136408 end time Jun-12-08 17:41:53 PDT)

Offer them $21.05...

[3SuperSports]

That way if I'm driving with someone who doesn't have an iPod it will still work.

Do you mean it will work with any mp3 player?