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Darren Metcalfe · Apr 7th, 2003, 04:02 AM

Hello

I'm sure there is already information regarding this subject posted somewhere but I'm having difficulty finding it. I have the standard wave head unit with the 6 CD Autochanger. I would like to upgrade my head unit but first would like to know which head units are recommended (Sony etc)and compatible with my factory fitted autochanger (I don't really want to change this).

Any info would be much appreciated.

oldnell · Apr 7th, 2003, 04:07 AM

I think you may be stuck here. All the adaptors seem to cater for those who want to plug an aftermarket changer into a factory head unit and not the other way around.

The factory Wave radio and changer use the I-bus protocol, which is BMW specific. Although the changer is made by Alpine (I believe), it uses the I-bus rather than Alpine's changer connections, so an Alpine head unit is ruled out.

I think your only option may be to source a Boost head unit from someone who has upgraded.

The Wave radio is pants, isn't it?

minhi · Apr 7th, 2003, 04:25 AM

sell the changer and start over, sorry that's you're only option if you want an aftermarket head.

Coopergeezer · Apr 7th, 2003, 05:02 AM

I think I'd have to agree with minhi on this one. I brought my Cooper with the Wave and Cd Changer and it wasn't long until I realised how bad the wave was.

I spent ages trying to locate adapters so that I could use an aftermarket head unit with the changer.

I think really, you have the following options:

1) Get your dealer to fit a Boost for you - Nearly £500 to do this though and your dealer will also need to order an adapter so that Boost will work with the Wave's wiring.

2) Buy an aftermarket head unit and flog the BMW changer on Ebay or on Mini2. You can then order an aftermarket changer, however you won't be able to use the existing cable. Still, it's a cheaper option and you should be able to find a really decent head unit.

I chose option 1 as I wanted the head unit to match the interior of the car.

Hope this helps.

Apr 7th, 2003, 04:02 AM	#1
Darren Metcalfe 100% BMW Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Leeds, West Yorks Local Time: 06:56 AM Posts: 27 Offline	Factory fitted CD Autochanger Hello I'm sure there is already information regarding this subject posted somewhere but I'm having difficulty finding it. I have the standard wave head unit with the 6 CD Autochanger. I would like to upgrade my head unit but first would like to know which head units are recommended (Sony etc)and compatible with my factory fitted autochanger (I don't really want to change this). Any info would be much appreciated. Dazza Indi Blue Cooper, White Roof, Chili Pack, Bonnet Stripes with John Cooper signatures, White 5 Spokes,Chrome Side Vents + Clear Lens, Air con, ASC+T, CD Auto Changer, Auto Dim RVM + rain sensor.

Apr 7th, 2003, 05:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
Coopergeezer MINI2 Regular Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Abingdon, Oxon Local Time: 05:56 AM Posts: 245 Offline	I think I'd have to agree with minhi on this one. I brought my Cooper with the Wave and Cd Changer and it wasn't long until I realised how bad the wave was. I spent ages trying to locate adapters so that I could use an aftermarket head unit with the changer. I think really, you have the following options: 1) Get your dealer to fit a Boost for you - Nearly £500 to do this though and your dealer will also need to order an adapter so that Boost will work with the Wave's wiring. 2) Buy an aftermarket head unit and flog the BMW changer on Ebay or on Mini2. You can then order an aftermarket changer, however you won't be able to use the existing cable. Still, it's a cheaper option and you should be able to find a really decent head unit. I chose option 1 as I wanted the head unit to match the interior of the car. Hope this helps. Chilli Red with White Roof, Chilli Pack, ASC+T, SSP, Climate Control,17" S-Spoke Alloys, Harmon Kardon, CD-Changer, Multi function steering wheel, White Stripes and BMW Aero Kit.

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Apr 7th, 2003, 04:07 AM	#2 (permalink)
oldnell MINI2 Master My Classifieds Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Gloucester Local Time: 06:56 AM Posts: 992 Offline	I think you may be stuck here. All the adaptors seem to cater for those who want to plug an aftermarket changer into a factory head unit and not the other way around. The factory Wave radio and changer use the I-bus protocol, which is BMW specific. Although the changer is made by Alpine (I believe), it uses the I-bus rather than Alpine's changer connections, so an Alpine head unit is ruled out. I think your only option may be to source a Boost head unit from someone who has upgraded. The Wave radio is pants, isn't it?

Apr 7th, 2003, 04:25 AM	#3 (permalink)
minhi MINI2 Senior Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Washington DC Local Time: 05:56 AM Posts: 473 Offline	sell the changer and start over, sorry that's you're only option if you want an aftermarket head.

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