goneskiian Posted September 22, 2004 Share Posted September 22, 2004 This is good stuff. Let me know when you have something you need tested. Craig - I'd be up for trying out one of these boards you're talking about. I don't know if I have the experience necessary to install it though. As I mentioned over at Edmunds. I'd really like to see the functionality of the Dension iceLink product, but I also realize that would take a lot of time and money to develop. Keep us all posted! -Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrGT Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 Ok guys, I am in NO WAY an electronic wizard. In fact, I know close to nothing about it. But... I was wondering if it may be possible (by a way that you wizards could possibly find) to use the "am" selector to select an iPod input. I know this would make the am band no more accessible, but I NEVER use it (who does???). Possible solution? ... or am I dreaming of something impossible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
centerpunch Posted September 23, 2004 Author Share Posted September 23, 2004 My guess is that both the AM and FM receivers are built into one module with a single audio output inside the radio, but I could be wrong..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 [quote name='centerpunch']My guess is that both the AM and FM receivers are built into one module with a single audio output inside the radio, but I could be wrong.....[/quote] I agree. When I was poking around inside the radio, there seemed to be a single shielded tuner module which the antenna connects to. I am sure this handles both FM and AM, so it probably has only one set of outputs. That said, there still may be a way to hijack the radio's "tuner" inputs when the AM button is pushed. So it's probably worth exploring the next time someone has their radio open. Tell you what, if we had a schematic we could answer a whole bunch of questions. I bet there is even an unused input somwehere on the main board, given that they probably use a common base design for all radios. Some of the JDM units have MD in addition to CD and FM/AM. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deer Killer Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 [quote name='c_hunter'] Some of the JDM units have MD in addition to CD and FM/AM. Craig[/quote] Are you sure? they also have a cassette deck.. I was trying to figure out how MD=Cassette... If we only had a japanese site where they were also taking apart their cars.. I'm still looking for such a forum.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted September 23, 2004 Share Posted September 23, 2004 Hmm, I didn't think they played cassettes over there anymore, whereas MD has been a huge hit (opposite of the US experience). Whatever picture I saw recently had a slot that looked MD to me, but in reality I just assumed it was MD. Bottom line, it's another input! Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highwaydrifter Posted September 25, 2004 Share Posted September 25, 2004 Good post i may have to take a crack at this as soon as i get a leg... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uzibear Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 please forgive my ignorance. why not just install a new hu? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-2.5-GT Posted October 6, 2004 Share Posted October 6, 2004 [quote name='uzibear']please forgive my ignorance. why not just install a new hu?[/quote] B/C the HVAC controls and Radio are all one unit...no replacements yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bemani Posted October 8, 2004 Share Posted October 8, 2004 Do those ribbon cables have different dimensions? If so, what's the dimension that I need to buy for to cut out a 11-pin and 2 3-pin cables? I think I see how this is all connected (kind of hard to visualize without taking out the radio before) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted October 9, 2004 Share Posted October 9, 2004 I think I listed the type/width of cable up above -- it's a 14 conductor flat-flex cable. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dv8ingvector Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 wow that was some good reading! will be keeping an eye on this...thanks for all that work guys! and that is a clean install there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisk Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 So, has anyone figured out how to get an iPod integrated into the stock stereo? I'm sick and tired of burning CDs! ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emlevins Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 [quote name='bisk']So, has anyone figured out how to get an iPod integrated into the stock stereo? I'm sick and tired of burning CDs! ;)[/QUOTE] Bisk - go to the first post on this thread and read on... 05 SWP Legacy GT Limited (aka "Pearl")- 5MT AP - Stage 2 Protuned (238/284) - wife driven 07 BMW 335xi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisk Posted October 19, 2004 Share Posted October 19, 2004 [quote name='emlevins']Bisk - go to the first post on this thread and read on...[/QUOTE] I read the first page, but I'd much rather use an FM Modulator rather than hack up the stock deck, as the car's a lease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krompir Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Has anyone made progress on assembling an adapter so we won't have to hack up the deck? You can count me in for a preorder... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 We really need someone with solid electrical engineering experience to work out a few final details. I have all the parts and connectors spec'd out and we can get some boards made when everything is ready. My thinking is that we should perfect the design before producing the boards. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 I just had the stereo place install a iPod setup in my 05 LGT. Dension sells a cradle, mount, and adapter that gets HARD-WIRED into the FM radio. I provided the materials and they put it in for $75. [url]http://www.densionusa.com/x/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=375&Itemid=79[/url] This was made for BMW, but it's NOT supposed to be FM hard-wired, it should plug directly into a aux-in or cd-changer input. But, my LGT has a in-dash 6 cd-changer. So, the stereo guy was able to FM-hard wire it. Which is a lot better than just a FM modulator. I need to hit a a/b switch and tune to 89.1, but there is no interference or static...ever. Sound quality is not as good as being direct in a aux, but it is much better than a FM modulator. Oh, and it charges in the cradle and mounts nicely over the vent. -KevinH KevinH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken S Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Wait, how is your setup different from a FM-modulator? Or are you comparing it to a FM transmitter? FM-modulators are direct connections into the FM antenna for the head unit. Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n8gray Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Great work to centerpunch and everybody else who's made this happen! :D I'm really looking forward to progress on this mod. I have a suggestion for improvement on the original, though. Instead of tapping into the CD player's channel without a switch why not use a switch and tap into the tuner channel? That way there's no need for a blank CD, eliminating wear on the CD player and dropouts during the repeats. Cheers, -n8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 CORRECTION: Yes, your right, I meant FM Transmitter. That's what I was comparing it too. Thank you. Duh! Sorry. -KevinH KevinH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted November 10, 2004 Share Posted November 10, 2004 [quote name='n8gray']Great work to centerpunch and everybody else who's made this happen! :D I'm really looking forward to progress on this mod. I have a suggestion for improvement on the original, though. Instead of tapping into the CD player's channel without a switch why not use a switch and tap into the tuner channel? That way there's no need for a blank CD, eliminating wear on the CD player and dropouts during the repeats. Cheers, -n8[/QUOTE] The CD inputs were somewhat easy to decipher because the CD changer is a seperate component and there is a flex cable that runs from the changer to the radio. The FM/AM tuner, on the other hand, is integrated into the main circuit board, so it will be tougher to fish out the "pins". Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted November 10, 2004 Share Posted November 10, 2004 [quote name='kevinh']CORRECTION: Yes, your right, I meant FM Transmitter. That's what I was comparing it too. Thank you. Duh! Sorry. -KevinH[/QUOTE] I'm using an FM modulator too, and the quality is pretty decent. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevinh Posted November 12, 2004 Share Posted November 12, 2004 You have a FM Modulator hooked up? Is it in a new 2005 Legacy? Who puts it out? -KevinH KevinH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c_hunter Posted November 12, 2004 Share Posted November 12, 2004 There are dozens of FM mods out there. I am using a JVC unit I got from Crutchfield. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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