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mikeythemini · Feb 19th, 2007, 09:16 PM

This device plugs into your cd changer (in the boot) & gives you a ipod dock connector, USB socket & aux socket. It works with Wave, Boost & HK stereos.
On 05/06 Minis with Boost or Hk (not nav) you can get artist & track titles scrolling on the stereo & fully browse folders, playlists, artists & albums.
You can plug in an ipod, USB memory stick or USB equiped MP3 player
Here - Gateway 400 NewMINIStuff.com

goga · Feb 21st, 2007, 02:54 PM

Hi Mike

How easy is the device to use?
The interface any good?

Also, originally when these were launched, the website/gateway400 manual says that you have to switch off your ignition when changing from CD changer to Gateway/usb/ipod for the radio to "pick up the change"?

Has this been solved on these models or is that still the case?

Thanks!
goga

S33BBY · Feb 21st, 2007, 10:15 PM

I see Dension still haven't sorted the nav issues. It's a shame as I'd have upgraded! It looks like a great bit of kit regardless though!

mikeythemini · Feb 21st, 2007, 10:38 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by S33BBY (original)

I see Dension still haven't sorted the nav issues. It's a shame as I'd have upgraded! It looks like a great bit of kit regardless though!

Now I've got it working, I will look further at the nav issue

S33BBY · Feb 22nd, 2007, 07:04 AM

Thanks.

t400 · Feb 26th, 2007, 10:20 PM

it will work with my current setup

04
SAT NAV
HK
CD CHANGER
MFSW

?

WILL IT? HUH HUH

mini81 · Feb 27th, 2007, 08:34 AM

1. If you set it to display track info on the HU, is track info still visible from the ipod,
2. Can the MFSW as WELL AS THE ipod controls be used to change tracks/artists etc ,ie:do the ipod controls remain active?
3. Is the cable long enough to connect at the cd changer in the trunk, and have the ipod/usb sitting in the front visible by driver?
4. How does one change from CDC to Gateway devices?is it just a switch, or do you have to turn ignition off as per the above post, or is it just a flick of the switch?
5.Ease of use?

Could we maybe have a small review of the gateway 400?

Thanks!

mini81 · Feb 28th, 2007, 12:38 PM

Bump.
Mikeythemini/seeby/newministuff/anyone with any experience on this?

mikeythemini · Feb 28th, 2007, 07:03 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by goga (original)

Hi Mike

How easy is the device to use?
The interface any good?

Also, originally when these were launched, the website/gateway400 manual says that you have to switch off your ignition when changing from CD changer to Gateway/usb/ipod for the radio to "pick up the change"?

Has this been solved on these models or is that still the case?

Thanks!
goga

If you have it in ipod/usb mode then if you have an ipod & usb plugged in then the ipod will play, unplug the ipod to activate usb.
To go to cd changer you need to switch ignition off, swittch the switch on the aux port to changer & ignition back on

mikeythemini · Feb 28th, 2007, 07:04 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by t400 (original)

it will work with my current setup

04
SAT NAV
HK
CD CHANGER
MFSW

?

WILL IT? HUH HUH

Yes it will, , no text/titles though so browsing wouldn't be so easy

mikeythemini · Feb 28th, 2007, 07:11 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by mini81 (original)

1. If you set it to display track info on the HU, is track info still visible from the ipod,
2. Can the MFSW as WELL AS THE ipod controls be used to change tracks/artists etc ,ie:do the ipod controls remain active?
3. Is the cable long enough to connect at the cd changer in the trunk, and have the ipod/usb sitting in the front visible by driver?
4. How does one change from CDC to Gateway devices?is it just a switch, or do you have to turn ignition off as per the above post, or is it just a flick of the switch?
5.Ease of use?

Could we maybe have a small review of the gateway 400?

Thanks!

1. Yes track info is displayed on the ipod regardless of the stereo
2. Its either or. You can select ipod user invoice or icelink. Not both at the same time
3. No, but they did say they were going to release extensions - will see how thats doing
4. See above post
5. Once in ipod or usb its great - I have the 300 in my car at the moment. Easy to browse if you have the text facility on

t400 · Mar 6th, 2007, 06:02 PM

how about if i got a newer mini stereo.....would i get track id ?

mikeythemini · Mar 6th, 2007, 06:16 PM

No - its the sat nav that stops the titles - working on a solution

t400 · Mar 7th, 2007, 12:09 PM

ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que!

t400 · Mar 7th, 2007, 12:17 PM

ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que!

mikeythemini · Mar 7th, 2007, 12:18 PM

Is that 1st & 2nd

S33BBY · Mar 8th, 2007, 06:57 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by t400 (original)

ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que!

Hey, I was before you!

t400 · Mar 8th, 2007, 02:36 PM

stop pushing in you little scamp!!

lol

dunno how im in the que twice!

i think it shows how keen i am!

Mikey, can you just explain how it fits together?

does it plug into the cd changer prep cable?
does it charge the ipod too?
do you need the cd changer fitted or just the prep?

t800 ( ha ha see what i did there)

t400 · Mar 12th, 2007, 11:44 AM

please tell me how this wizzardry works!

Daaoak · Mar 20th, 2007, 06:45 PM

Hi Mickey,

Is this easy to connect? Like plug and play?

Have waited for a divice like this long time...

Daaoak

Feb 19th, 2007, 09:16 PM	#1
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Want to keep your CD changer & connect an ipod or USB device? no problem This device plugs into your cd changer (in the boot) & gives you a ipod dock connector, USB socket & aux socket. It works with Wave, Boost & HK stereos. On 05/06 Minis with Boost or Hk (not nav) you can get artist & track titles scrolling on the stereo & fully browse folders, playlists, artists & albums. You can plug in an ipod, USB memory stick or USB equiped MP3 player Here - Gateway 400 NewMINIStuff.com Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Feb 21st, 2007, 10:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
S33BBY MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hertfordshire Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 3,122 Offline	I see Dension still haven't sorted the nav issues. It's a shame as I'd have upgraded! It looks like a great bit of kit regardless though! JCW Sound Kit \| H/K \| Sat Nav \| SS+ \| Xenons \| 17" Anthracite R90s \| Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3s \| ...

Feb 21st, 2007, 10:38 PM	#4 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by S33BBY (original) I see Dension still haven't sorted the nav issues. It's a shame as I'd have upgraded! It looks like a great bit of kit regardless though! Now I've got it working, I will look further at the nav issue Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Feb 22nd, 2007, 07:04 AM	#5 (permalink)
S33BBY MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hertfordshire Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 3,122 Offline	Thanks. JCW Sound Kit \| H/K \| Sat Nav \| SS+ \| Xenons \| 17" Anthracite R90s \| Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3s \| ...

Feb 26th, 2007, 10:20 PM	#6 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	ill buy one now IF it will work with my current setup 04 SAT NAV HK CD CHANGER MFSW ? WILL IT? HUH HUH

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Feb 21st, 2007, 02:54 PM	#2 (permalink)
goga MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Durban, South Africa Local Time: 11:28 AM Posts: 7 Offline	Hi Mike How easy is the device to use? The interface any good? Also, originally when these were launched, the website/gateway400 manual says that you have to switch off your ignition when changing from CD changer to Gateway/usb/ipod for the radio to "pick up the change"? Has this been solved on these models or is that still the case? Thanks! goga

Feb 27th, 2007, 08:34 AM	#7 (permalink)
mini81 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Local Time: 11:28 AM Posts: 2 Offline	1. If you set it to display track info on the HU, is track info still visible from the ipod, 2. Can the MFSW as WELL AS THE ipod controls be used to change tracks/artists etc ,ie:do the ipod controls remain active? 3. Is the cable long enough to connect at the cd changer in the trunk, and have the ipod/usb sitting in the front visible by driver? 4. How does one change from CDC to Gateway devices?is it just a switch, or do you have to turn ignition off as per the above post, or is it just a flick of the switch? 5.Ease of use? Could we maybe have a small review of the gateway 400? Thanks!

Feb 28th, 2007, 12:38 PM	#8 (permalink)
mini81 MINI2 Newbie Join Date: Feb 2007 Local Time: 11:28 AM Posts: 2 Offline	Bump. Mikeythemini/seeby/newministuff/anyone with any experience on this?

Feb 28th, 2007, 07:03 PM	#9 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by goga (original) Hi Mike How easy is the device to use? The interface any good? Also, originally when these were launched, the website/gateway400 manual says that you have to switch off your ignition when changing from CD changer to Gateway/usb/ipod for the radio to "pick up the change"? Has this been solved on these models or is that still the case? Thanks! goga If you have it in ipod/usb mode then if you have an ipod & usb plugged in then the ipod will play, unplug the ipod to activate usb. To go to cd changer you need to switch ignition off, swittch the switch on the aux port to changer & ignition back on Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Feb 28th, 2007, 07:04 PM	#10 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by t400 (original) it will work with my current setup 04 SAT NAV HK CD CHANGER MFSW ? WILL IT? HUH HUH Yes it will, , no text/titles though so browsing wouldn't be so easy Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Feb 28th, 2007, 07:11 PM	#11 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by mini81 (original) 1. If you set it to display track info on the HU, is track info still visible from the ipod, 2. Can the MFSW as WELL AS THE ipod controls be used to change tracks/artists etc ,ie:do the ipod controls remain active? 3. Is the cable long enough to connect at the cd changer in the trunk, and have the ipod/usb sitting in the front visible by driver? 4. How does one change from CDC to Gateway devices?is it just a switch, or do you have to turn ignition off as per the above post, or is it just a flick of the switch? 5.Ease of use? Could we maybe have a small review of the gateway 400? Thanks! 1. Yes track info is displayed on the ipod regardless of the stereo 2. Its either or. You can select ipod user invoice or icelink. Not both at the same time 3. No, but they did say they were going to release extensions - will see how thats doing 4. See above post 5. Once in ipod or usb its great - I have the 300 in my car at the moment. Easy to browse if you have the text facility on Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 6th, 2007, 06:02 PM	#12 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	ok......... how about if i got a newer mini stereo.....would i get track id ?

Mar 6th, 2007, 06:16 PM	#13 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	No - its the sat nav that stops the titles - working on a solution Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 7th, 2007, 12:09 PM	#14 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	cool ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que!

Mar 7th, 2007, 12:17 PM	#15 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	cool ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que!

Mar 7th, 2007, 12:18 PM	#16 (permalink)
mikeythemini I can't get no sleep My Classifieds Join Date: May 2002 Location: Capital of Culture Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 8,908 Offline	Is that 1st & 2nd Lakes Tour 2008 coming soon Are you ready for Lakes 2008 - details soon

Mar 8th, 2007, 06:57 AM	#17 (permalink)
S33BBY MINI2 Master Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Hertfordshire Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 3,122 Offline	Quote: Originally Posted by t400 (original) ley me know when uve cracked it,,,and ill be 1st in the que! Hey, I was before you! JCW Sound Kit \| H/K \| Sat Nav \| SS+ \| Xenons \| 17" Anthracite R90s \| Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3s \| ...

Mar 8th, 2007, 02:36 PM	#18 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	oi oi stop pushing in you little scamp!! lol dunno how im in the que twice! i think it shows how keen i am! Mikey, can you just explain how it fits together? does it plug into the cd changer prep cable? does it charge the ipod too? do you need the cd changer fitted or just the prep? t800 ( ha ha see what i did there)

Mar 12th, 2007, 11:44 AM	#19 (permalink)
t400 the end My Classifieds Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: midlands Local Time: 10:28 AM Posts: 101 Offline	bumpage please tell me how this wizzardry works!

Mar 20th, 2007, 06:45 PM	#20 (permalink)
Daaoak Mini Moose Join Date: May 2004 Location: Sundsvall, Sweden Local Time: 11:28 AM Posts: 287 Offline	Hi Mickey, Is this easy to connect? Like plug and play? Have waited for a divice like this long time... Daaoak

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