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Old Feb 19th, 2007, 09:32 PM   #1
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DIY The ultimate ipod / mp3 adaptor guide - NOT FINISHED YET

I hope this thread will help remove some of the confusion over ways of connecting the ipod to your Mini. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask
The first section lists the methods, lower down the options for your car
Not Finished Yet

METHODS OF CONNECTING IPOD, MP3 PLAYER, USB MEMORY STICK

1. AUX IN
Connectivity; Gives a 3.5mm plug to fit the headphone socket of your ipod or mp3 player.
Power; does not charge device
Control; Use the buttons on your device
Titles on stereo; NO
Sound Quality; Good
Fitting; Plug & play
Versions;
Aux in for Wave NewMINIStuff.com
Aux in for Early Boost 2001/02 NewMINIStuff.com
Aux in for Boost 2003-2006 NewMINIStuff.com or www.mini.com

2. ICELINK LITE
Connectivity; For ipod, comes with active cradle or dock connector
Power; Charges the ipod
Control; From the ipod buttons
Titles on stereo; NO
Sound; Superb - uses dock connector
Fitting; Plug & play available
Versions;

3. ICELINK FM
Connectivity; For ipod comes with active cradle
Power; Charges the ipod
Control; from the ipod buttons
Titles on stereo; NO
Sound; Good, dock connector via aerial connection
Fitting; Plug & play or hardwire version available
Versions;

4. HK DRIVE & PLAY
Connectivity; For ipod - dock connector
Power; Charges ipod
Control;
Titles on stereo; NO
Sound;
Fitting;
Versions;

5. ICELINK PLUS
Connectivity; For ipod, dock connector or active cradle
Power; charges ipod
Control; From stereo & MFSW or ipod
Titles on stereo; YES on 05/06 cars with Boost or HK without nav
Sound; Excellent via dock connector
Fitting; Plug & play
Versions;

6. MINI IPOD ADAPTOR
Connectivity; for ipod - Dock connector
Power; Charges ipod
Control; from stereo
Titles on stereo; NO
Sound; excellent
Fitting; Dealer fit
Available from your local dealer www.mini.com

7. GATEWAY 300
Connectivity; ipod (dock connector) + USB (memory sticks, mp3 players)
Power; Charges ipod, powers MP3 player
Control; From stereo & MFSW
Titles on stereo; YES on 05/06 cars with Boost or HK not nav
Sound; Excellent
Fitting; Plug & play
Versions;

8. GATEWAY 400
Connectivity; ipod + USB
Power;
Control;
Sound;
Fitting;
Versions;

9. KENWOOD upgrader

What stereo have you got?
If not sure see our FAQ here

I've got a WAVE stereo (no changer) what can I use?
1. Aux in for Wave
3. Icelink FM
4. HK drive & play
5. Icelink Plus
7. Gateway 300
9. Kenwood

I've got a WAVE stereo with CD changer what can I use?
3. Icelink FM
4. HK Drive & Play
8. Gateway 400
9. Kenwood

I've got a BOOST or HK cassette or Minidisc or CD 2001/2002 stereo (no changer) what can I use?
1. Aux in for early Boost
3. Icelink FM
4. HK drive & play
5. Icelink plus
6. Mini ipod adaptor
7. Gateway 300
9. Kenwood

I've got a Boost/HK CD 2003 onwards (no cd changer) what can I use?
1. Aux in for Boost
2. Icelink Lite
3. Icelink FM
4. HK drive & play
5. Icelink plus
6. Mini ipod adaptor
7. Gateway 300
9. Kenwood
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