normsmith 0 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 I would like to get an mp3 stereo for my E90. The dash does not appear to accommodate normal stereos. Anyway of getting around this? Also the factory stereo is integrated with controls on the steering wheel for volume, station etc. Is there a way of integrating new stereo units with these controls? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bravo 35 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 I don't think I'm going to be much help, but I too would like to know how people are getting around the "new" integrated headunits in cars these days. It looks as though car makers are trying to eliminate the aftermarket providers. As a side note, doesn't your car come with an ipod link? Buy an ipod and use the factory controls. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normsmith 0 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 I don't think I'm going to be much help, but I too would like to know how people are getting around the "new" integrated headunits in cars these days. It looks as though car makers are trying to eliminate the aftermarket providers. As a side note, doesn't your car come with an ipod link? Buy an ipod and use the factory controls. It does not have a proper iPod link. It just has an auxillary in feature via a 3.5mm to 3.5mm jack. You can't control your iPod using the steering wheel controls. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apex 693 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 I would be grateful it has an auxiliary! The one in my Astra (Blaupunkt CD-40) doesn’t even have that and as the system runs threw canbus it is imposable (at this stage) to add one. The head unit also controls the trip computer and all info is displayed on the dash board screen so there really is few options. Astra: If I were you I would first find out the brand and model# of head unit then search for possible upgrades. I know Alpine and Blaupunkt do replacements units (even for the BF Falcon) that have RCA pre-outs and a whole host of advanced features so this may be your best bet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
international 0 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 I think the standard BMW headunits can play MP3s via CD. IIRC from the top of my head, the new"er" BMWs do come with the option of Ipod control...but not 100% sure myself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apex 693 Report post Posted February 19, 2008 Hey Norm.. Try here: http://www.alpine-electronics.co.uk/filead...hart_Nov_07.pdf Looks good to me..if only they did GM. Does your car have the factory screen?? I would try calling alpine and get them do the ground work for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark 178 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 DICE Link is a product that can integrate an ipod into your factory stereo system and allow you to control the ipod through the headunit. A quick Google should throw up heaps of info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normsmith 0 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 DICE Link is a product that can integrate an ipod into your factory stereo system and allow you to control the ipod through the headunit. A quick Google should throw up heaps of info. Dension Ice Link to be precise. :-) Looks like a nice unit. Apparently charges your iPod as well. Only problem is it appears 1) technical to install and 2) I can't find anyone who sells it here in NZ. Any help? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hybrid 1043 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 just contact dension directly on their website .. what I did and they got it right first time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camera doctor 25 Report post Posted February 20, 2008 http://www.acap.co.nz/ Try this site as well as http://www.dension.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
