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vbrown · Aug 6th, 2007, 03:25 PM

Just about to order a new MCS and wondered if you can used the MFSW to control and iPOD connected to the USB? Was going to order the IPOD interface but am now thinking I might order the Bluetooth & USB adapter option as it comes with the armrest and MFCW (2 options that I was ordering anyway).
Any advice on the USB adapter would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

M111 CGC · Aug 6th, 2007, 06:55 PM

As I understand it (from reading previous posts), the BMW USB option will only have limited functionality with an Ipod as it can access the ipod only as a 'removeable disc' to play music tracks stored on it like a hard drive.

However, as Apple has DRM protection on tracks bought from Itunes it will not be possible to play these tracks as the USB connection will not actually control the Ipod. I've read somewhere that there may be an additional lead available that will allow the Apple music to be decoded by the head unit.

Anyway we've decided to bite the bullet and give it a try on our Clubman. Should be able to tell you more in November!

Chris

andrewcregan · Sep 29th, 2007, 09:04 AM

I have the USB on my Dooper and it works a treat with my ipod

. Keep forgetting to check whether downloaded tracks play, but I am not too bothered as 99% of my tunes are burned from CD. On the radio display you can select by track, album or artist - it works fine for me. The main difference from an ipod screen is that the Mini display only gives 2 or 3 lines of information. I am very pleased I selected it - the Bluetooth is great too

Washy · Sep 29th, 2007, 09:37 AM

If you buy the specific ipod lead from MINI you will get all the DRM protected tracks too.. It is not cheap though at £40.
It does work and sound good though

Bassman7 · Oct 1st, 2007, 07:13 PM

Hello im a new (proud)owner of MCS R56. I have ordered my mini cooper s without the usb -bluetooth and i use the ipod via the aux . Can i install now the usb -bluetooth? Or i have to go for other options to use the ipod with the sw buttons? Does anyoune know?

Washy · Oct 1st, 2007, 07:16 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original)

Hello newbie here. I have ordered my mini cooper s without the usb -bluetooth and i use the ipod via the aux . Can i intall now the usb -bluetooth? Or i have to go for other options to use the ipod with the sw buttons?

I think you will have to get the dealer fit ipod interface to get MFSW control once the car is built. Not sure what else aftermarket is out there for the R56 currently

M111 CGC · Oct 1st, 2007, 10:08 PM

I'm sure Mikey has a new solution for Ipod/Bluetooth/USB integration

try NewMINIStuff.com or PM mikeythemini on the forum

Bassman7 · Oct 1st, 2007, 11:56 PM

Hello and thanks for the quick reply guys.
Well ,when i ordered the car no one told me as an option to fit the ipod interface. And they didnt tell me that the usb input comes with the bluetooth option (which i didnt want to fit ).If they told me that in the beginning im sure i would ordered that. Anyways since im in this kind of situation if i install the ipod kit will i be able to use the sw buttons ? Since i have the standard cd (i believe its a wave) if i install the ipod kit will the names of the songs be displayed on the screen?

Oh and washy where did u find that cable u have posted? a site ?
Thanks again guys

Washy · Oct 2nd, 2007, 08:22 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original)

Hello and thanks for the quick reply guys.
Well ,when i ordered the car no one told me as an option to fit the ipod interface. And they didnt tell me that the usb input comes with the bluetooth option (which i didnt want to fit ).If they told me that in the beginning im sure i would ordered that. Anyways since im in this kind of situation if i install the ipod kit will i be able to use the sw buttons ? Since i have the standard cd (i believe its a wave) if i install the ipod kit will the names of the songs be displayed on the screen?

Oh and washy where did u find that cable u have posted? a site ?
Thanks again guys

the cable is an official MINI/BMW part available from the dealer

mikeythemini · Oct 2nd, 2007, 10:31 AM

From what I have read (we dont get Wave over here)
The Wave cant take a cd changer, ipod etc

The Tangman · Oct 2nd, 2007, 11:48 AM

I have the USB/Bluetooth option on my R56 MCS and I have to say it is such a good option, the bluetooth is really useful as I am on the road quite a lot and the ipod connection (with the BMW connection cable) is great as I get to control the tracks through the stereo/MFSW, so if you can afford it go for it!!

Bassman7 · Oct 2nd, 2007, 02:15 PM

Thanks again for the replies guys.
Well i will contact the dealer for some info. I wish everything goes well and find a solution for it.
Is there a way to identify the cd if its a wave or not? I mean on the cd panel it doesnt say anything besides cd. Anyways .......
I want to use my ipod properly ,u know ,and not just listen to it from the aux.
Oh well at least the car is AWESOME lol

.

mikeythemini · Oct 2nd, 2007, 02:53 PM

Looking at your avatar we might have some confusion here.
Do you have a cabriolet??
If so this is in the wrong section
Let me know then we will start again

Bassman7 · Oct 2nd, 2007, 07:11 PM

No mikey its not a cabriolet.
I have the panoramic sunroof option but no cabriolet. I just used that image because there was the only black with white roof but no stripes icon(at least that seemed more accurate). I have a mini cooper s

Bassman7 · Oct 3rd, 2007, 07:12 PM

Mikey what if i used the USB2 + ipod modulator interface for R56 from your site? Will it work?

gruswitz · Oct 10th, 2007, 02:39 AM

For those that have the usb/bluetooth already, where is the usb plug located? Do you think there is anyway to ditch the armrest and keep the bluetooth and usb? A picture of the USB location and what you see on your ipod and headunit when connected, particularly if you have the nav.

memnon · Oct 10th, 2007, 06:38 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original)

Is there a way to identify the cd if its a wave or not? I mean on the cd panel it doesnt say anything besides cd.
I want to use my ipod properly ,u know ,and not just listen to it from the aux.
.

The standard wave radio has only a 1 line display in the huge odometer, the boost has 2.
With the wave option, song titles and artist names do not show up on this display when playing a
CD or if you have the iPod option when you are listening to the iPod.

Unfortunately there is no way to hook up your iPod other than through the aux connection.
(This was the only reason I speced the boost, which btw may I say for the nth time sucks sucks sucks)

memnon.

Aug 6th, 2007, 03:25 PM	#1
vbrown MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Mar 2004 Local Time: 03:02 PM Posts: 2 Offline	Usb Just about to order a new MCS and wondered if you can used the MFSW to control and iPOD connected to the USB? Was going to order the IPOD interface but am now thinking I might order the Bluetooth & USB adapter option as it comes with the armrest and MFCW (2 options that I was ordering anyway). Any advice on the USB adapter would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Aug 6th, 2007, 06:55 PM	#2 (permalink)
M111 CGC Mini Madness My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Berkshire Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 339 Offline	As I understand it (from reading previous posts), the BMW USB option will only have limited functionality with an Ipod as it can access the ipod only as a 'removeable disc' to play music tracks stored on it like a hard drive. However, as Apple has DRM protection on tracks bought from Itunes it will not be possible to play these tracks as the USB connection will not actually control the Ipod. I've read somewhere that there may be an additional lead available that will allow the Apple music to be decoded by the head unit. Anyway we've decided to bite the bullet and give it a try on our Clubman. Should be able to tell you more in November! Chris 2007 Clubman Cooper D ~ 2004 Cooper S JCW

Sep 29th, 2007, 09:37 AM	#4 (permalink)
Washy Six cylinders two turbos Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 18,723 Offline	If you buy the specific ipod lead from MINI you will get all the DRM protected tracks too.. It is not cheap though at £40. It does work and sound good though 135i M sport convertible

Oct 1st, 2007, 07:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
Washy Six cylinders two turbos Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 18,723 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original) Hello newbie here. I have ordered my mini cooper s without the usb -bluetooth and i use the ipod via the aux . Can i intall now the usb -bluetooth? Or i have to go for other options to use the ipod with the sw buttons? I think you will have to get the dealer fit ipod interface to get MFSW control once the car is built. Not sure what else aftermarket is out there for the R56 currently 135i M sport convertible

Oct 1st, 2007, 10:08 PM	#7 (permalink)
M111 CGC Mini Madness My Classifieds Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Berkshire Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 339 Offline	I'm sure Mikey has a new solution for Ipod/Bluetooth/USB integration try NewMINIStuff.com or PM mikeythemini on the forum 2007 Clubman Cooper D ~ 2004 Cooper S JCW

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Sep 29th, 2007, 09:04 AM	#3 (permalink)
andrewcregan Andrew ATC Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Cheshire Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 670 Offline	I have the USB on my Dooper and it works a treat with my ipod . Keep forgetting to check whether downloaded tracks play, but I am not too bothered as 99% of my tunes are burned from CD. On the radio display you can select by track, album or artist - it works fine for me. The main difference from an ipod screen is that the Mini display only gives 2 or 3 lines of information. I am very pleased I selected it - the Bluetooth is great too

Oct 1st, 2007, 07:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
Bassman7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Local Time: 04:02 PM Posts: 9 Offline	Hello im a new (proud)owner of MCS R56. I have ordered my mini cooper s without the usb -bluetooth and i use the ipod via the aux . Can i install now the usb -bluetooth? Or i have to go for other options to use the ipod with the sw buttons? Does anyoune know?

Oct 1st, 2007, 11:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
Bassman7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Local Time: 04:02 PM Posts: 9 Offline	Hello and thanks for the quick reply guys. Well ,when i ordered the car no one told me as an option to fit the ipod interface. And they didnt tell me that the usb input comes with the bluetooth option (which i didnt want to fit ).If they told me that in the beginning im sure i would ordered that. Anyways since im in this kind of situation if i install the ipod kit will i be able to use the sw buttons ? Since i have the standard cd (i believe its a wave) if i install the ipod kit will the names of the songs be displayed on the screen? Oh and washy where did u find that cable u have posted? a site ? Thanks again guys

Oct 2nd, 2007, 08:22 AM	#9 (permalink)
Washy Six cylinders two turbos Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: in the country Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 18,723 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original) Hello and thanks for the quick reply guys. Well ,when i ordered the car no one told me as an option to fit the ipod interface. And they didnt tell me that the usb input comes with the bluetooth option (which i didnt want to fit ).If they told me that in the beginning im sure i would ordered that. Anyways since im in this kind of situation if i install the ipod kit will i be able to use the sw buttons ? Since i have the standard cd (i believe its a wave) if i install the ipod kit will the names of the songs be displayed on the screen? Oh and washy where did u find that cable u have posted? a site ? Thanks again guys the cable is an official MINI/BMW part available from the dealer 135i M sport convertible Last edited by Washy : Oct 2nd, 2007 at 11:04 AM.

Oct 2nd, 2007, 10:31 AM	#10 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 9,470 Online	From what I have read (we dont get Wave over here) The Wave cant take a cd changer, ipod etc Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Oct 2nd, 2007, 11:48 AM	#11 (permalink)
The Tangman MINI2 Regular My Classifieds Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: London Local Time: 03:02 PM Posts: 72 Offline	I have the USB/Bluetooth option on my R56 MCS and I have to say it is such a good option, the bluetooth is really useful as I am on the road quite a lot and the ipod connection (with the BMW connection cable) is great as I get to control the tracks through the stereo/MFSW, so if you can afford it go for it!!

Oct 2nd, 2007, 02:15 PM	#12 (permalink)
Bassman7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Local Time: 04:02 PM Posts: 9 Offline	Thanks again for the replies guys. Well i will contact the dealer for some info. I wish everything goes well and find a solution for it. Is there a way to identify the cd if its a wave or not? I mean on the cd panel it doesnt say anything besides cd. Anyways ....... I want to use my ipod properly ,u know ,and not just listen to it from the aux. Oh well at least the car is AWESOME lol .

Oct 2nd, 2007, 02:53 PM	#13 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 02:02 PM Posts: 9,470 Online	Looking at your avatar we might have some confusion here. Do you have a cabriolet?? If so this is in the wrong section Let me know then we will start again Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Oct 2nd, 2007, 07:11 PM	#14 (permalink)
Bassman7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Local Time: 04:02 PM Posts: 9 Offline	No mikey its not a cabriolet. I have the panoramic sunroof option but no cabriolet. I just used that image because there was the only black with white roof but no stripes icon(at least that seemed more accurate). I have a mini cooper s

Oct 3rd, 2007, 07:12 PM	#15 (permalink)
Bassman7 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Athens Local Time: 04:02 PM Posts: 9 Offline	Mikey what if i used the USB2 + ipod modulator interface for R56 from your site? Will it work?

Oct 10th, 2007, 02:39 AM	#16 (permalink)
gruswitz MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Francsico, CA Local Time: 09:02 AM Posts: 12 Offline	For those that have the usb/bluetooth already, where is the usb plug located? Do you think there is anyway to ditch the armrest and keep the bluetooth and usb? A picture of the USB location and what you see on your ipod and headunit when connected, particularly if you have the nav. Monty - 2005 MC, Pure Silver/Black, SS+, Sport and Premium Packages, Interior and Exterior Chrome, Red/Black Cloth/Leather Combo Seats, Anthracite dash and headliner, Harmann-Kardon.

Oct 10th, 2007, 06:38 AM	#17 (permalink)
memnon MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Thessaloniki,Greece Local Time: 05:02 PM Posts: 23 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by Bassman7 (original) Is there a way to identify the cd if its a wave or not? I mean on the cd panel it doesnt say anything besides cd. I want to use my ipod properly ,u know ,and not just listen to it from the aux. . The standard wave radio has only a 1 line display in the huge odometer, the boost has 2. With the wave option, song titles and artist names do not show up on this display when playing a CD or if you have the iPod option when you are listening to the iPod. Unfortunately there is no way to hook up your iPod other than through the aux connection. (This was the only reason I speced the boost, which btw may I say for the nth time sucks sucks sucks) memnon.

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