Mini Connected/Iphone issues

[outpost]

Quote: Originally Posted by mjnewham (original)

The Media snap-in I'm using for the IP4 appears to work apart from video - having connected fitted on Tuesday so hope it works with that ok.

Do you have the part number of the snap-in you are using ?

Here are the numbers I have from genuineminiparts.co.uk

Y cable: 61 12 2 179 623

Snap-in connector for iPhone 4 (Media): 84.21-2 218 390-02

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by outpost (original)

Do you have the part number of the snap-in you are using ?

Here are the numbers I have from genuineminiparts.co.uk

Y cable: 61 12 2 179 623

Snap-in connector for iPhone 4 (Media): 84.21-2 218 390-02

The second one..

[outpost]

Quote: Originally Posted by mjnewham (original)

The second one..

That's great .... thanks.

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by outpost (original)

That's great .... thanks.

Posted this on tM;

I bought the IP4 version for my JCW it's part number is; 84 21 2 218 390

Here are my findings;

- Play music through the snap-in - yes
- View album art via snap-in - yes
- Play video via snap-in - *NO*, the video selection option doesn't appear in visual boost (does when connected to USB), have tested it using YouTube app & iPod. When using YouTube this application says that video is being sent to TV and doesn't show on the iPhone.
- Audio from other Apps such as TomTom - yes, audio comes through fine, as mentioned above there is no video for apps such as youtube (stopped with handbrake on)
- Make phone calls using only snap-in - *NO*, requires bluetooth to be enabled on the phone
- Full use of remote/controls on steering wheel/VB - yes
- Mini Connected use? - *Unknown*, having Mini Connected retrofitted on 24th.

Other thoughts;
The phone does get warm when the display is on - when using TomTom for example but not excessive.

[outpost]

Quote: Originally Posted by mjnewham (original)

Posted this on tM;

I bought the IP4 version for my JCW it's part number is; 84 21 2 218 390

Here are my findings;

- Play music through the snap-in - yes
- View album art via snap-in - yes
- Play video via snap-in - *NO*, the video selection option doesn't appear in visual boost (does when connected to USB), have tested it using YouTube app & iPod. When using YouTube this application says that video is being sent to TV and doesn't show on the iPhone.
- Audio from other Apps such as TomTom - yes, audio comes through fine, as mentioned above there is no video for apps such as youtube (stopped with handbrake on)
- Make phone calls using only snap-in - *NO*, requires bluetooth to be enabled on the phone
- Full use of remote/controls on steering wheel/VB - yes
- Mini Connected use? - *Unknown*, having Mini Connected retrofitted on 24th.

Other thoughts;
The phone does get warm when the display is on - when using TomTom for example but not excessive.

I saw another post saying the video needs to be set to NSTC, rather than PAL .... is that how you have it ?

THE New MCS I have on order will have the full Media Pack (inc. Sat Nav) so I'm hoping it will all work.

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by outpost (original)

I saw another post saying the video needs to be set to NSTC, rather than PAL .... is that how you have it ?

THE New MCS I have on order will have the full Media Pack (inc. Sat Nav) so I'm hoping it will all work.

If you have it on PAL it goes black & white with coloured bands.. switch to NTSC and it works a treat!

[Suspect]

Quote: Originally Posted by mjnewham (original)

I'll me at the Surrey Rolling Road event run by Surrey New Mini tomorrow (Say 21st) if you want to try out the snap-in

Thanks for the offer, but have family plans at home in Cheltenham today.

[Suspect]

Quote: Originally Posted by mjnewham (original)

Posted this on tM;
- Make phone calls using only snap-in - *NO*, requires bluetooth to be enabled on the phone

- Mini Connected use? - *Unknown*, having Mini Connected retrofitted on 24th.

Based on my experience with the Y-Cable (still need to purchase the snap-in) Mini Connected also needs bluetooth to be enabled.

[mjnewham]

.. Had Mini Connected installed and can confirm the iP4 snap-in works with the upgrade.

[wlegge]

Does it support the 'plug-in' feature and video playback?

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by wlegge (original)

Does it support the 'plug-in' feature and video playback?

Certainly no for video, doesn't show plug-in within Connected, have to confirm that is working tomorrow by trying the y-cable.

[wlegge]

I suspect it won't show it as I think it uses the video out function of the iPod.

Just seems bonkers that BMW can't design a cradle or system that works for all the features of the car - ie you still need to carry a y-cable if you want to use some of the stuff !

Mental!

All I need to know then is what the right part number is for the 3GS.

I'd be really interested to know if you see a better signal from the snap-in too btw.

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by wlegge (original)

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I'd be really interested to know if you see a better signal from the snap-in too btw.

The snap-in I purchased is meant to be a full media version, you mention the signal? I presume you mean mobile phone signal?

It's tricky as I generally get a good signal in my day to day travelling to work.

I've heard that some believe there is an induction loop within the snap-in to aid the signal for the iPhone as there is no arial connection within the Apple dock connector.

I have no details as to whether this is true or not.

[wlegge]

yes, thats my understanding - inductive loop system.

If you have a regular commute you almost need an app to log the signal strength on your journey without it in the cradle, then with it in.

I'll have a dig around to see what I can find, if nothing, a mate of mine can knock something up for us so we can finally put this to bed!

[mjnewham]

Quote: Originally Posted by wlegge (original)

yes, thats my understanding - inductive loop system.

If you have a regular commute you almost need an app to log the signal strength on your journey without it in the cradle, then with it in.

I'll have a dig around to see what I can find, if nothing, a mate of mine can knock something up for us so we can finally put this to bed!

Let me know.