Hi
I've spent a couple of days now reading dozens of forums on Nav setups, and it's proving to be a mission just working out the various types and setups etc..
I would like to say Thank you now to anyone who takes the time to read this post and provide some insight.
I would like to expand the capabilities of the stereo system some what. It's not the greatest in the world, but i do also have a limited budget.
With the likelihood of cellphone laws being changed, i would like to install a bluetooth kit to my 09/2000 e46 touring. (chassis - eg15323). It has a MK2? nav system/TV with 4:3 display and the car phone cradle in the centre console, (although now replaced with cup holders ) I was thinking of a parrot system similar to http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=237681258 Can it be connected to the existing phone wiring reasonably easily so to mute the radio etc? I'm not really into full Bluetooth integration with the BMW kit, partly because of cost, but also we don't want a "flash" system, just enough to answer and conduct a call safely.
If Ipod integration is possible, again with out too much expense, what are the best options here?
I also have an alpine amp with speaker level inputs. Can i attach this after the factory amp? I intend to use it to provide some more power to some alpine components i've installed in the back and also maybe a sub in the well under the boot floor
And i tried all the button combinations to get the TV to display while driving. No success Is there another way?
I'm not to fussed on getting the Nav going, we have a Navman type setup which we use out of town, maybe 2 to 3 times a year!I have some limited knowledge/skills with electronics and cars, but will more than likely enlist the services of an expert if what i want to achieve is beyond the realms of a builder like myself.
Any advice and help you can offer is greatly appriciated
