has anyone successfuly integrated his/her iphone into their car sound system already? care to share what you used? cassette adaptor and whatnot? :)

used a pioneer CDIB-100II

the new honda has a built in eaphone jack under the cigar lighter, all you need is the 3.5 jack to 3.5 jack then all ok for playing music....

hirap lang maghanap ng mini stereo jack that will fit the iphone... i tried using the iphone dock - pero the sound didn't come out right.

i have a Harman Kardon Drive+Play and it works perfectly. also, even if an sms or call comes in, i dont get the GSM static sound coming out of the speakers.

however, if I answer the phone while connected to the Drive+Play, the caller's voice does not get routed through the sound system.

my pioneer headset has a 3.5 jack that can fit the iPhone but i haven't tried it coz am tuned in instead to AM radio when am in the car (and it all takes just a 20 minute ride from home to office)

I have a Kenwood stereo receiver in my pickup (with USB) that can recognize the iPod video but when I connect the iPhone it can't recognize it. I still have to check Kenwood's website because they usually issue updates that you can apply to their equipment.

I use the PIE adaptor to get iPod/iPhone audio into my Fortuner's stereo. Luckily, I also have the added bonus of having two cigarette lighter jacks on the front console.

The leftmost one holds an iPod nano gooseneck cradle/charger. Since my iPhone has a Griffin holster with a belt clip that swivels, I can easily attach the iPhone to the gooseneck cradle and secure it there for easy access while I drive. Meanwhile, the other cigarette lighter jack is powering a DLO iPod charger that goes into the iPhone's bottom slot.

I'll try to post a pic sometime, it's easier to see than to read.

I use the Harman Kardon Drive+Play and Monster iCarPlay Wireless Plus, they both work perfectly. :)

I use the PIE adaptor to get iPod/iPhone audio into my Fortuner's stereo. Luckily, I also have the added bonus of having two cigarette lighter jacks on the front console.

The leftmost one holds an iPod nano gooseneck cradle/charger. Since my iPhone has a Griffin holster with a belt clip that swivels, I can easily attach the iPhone to the gooseneck cradle and secure it there for easy access while I drive. Meanwhile, the other cigarette lighter jack is powering a DLO iPod charger that goes into the iPhone's bottom slot.

I'll try to post a pic sometime, it's easier to see than to read.


hi. vic. where'd you buy the gooseneck cradle?

I use the Harman Kardon Drive+Play and Monster iCarPlay Wireless Plus, they both work perfectly. :)


where can you buy this?

I got the Harman Kardon at Greenhills Theatre Mall (forgot the name of the store) and the Monster iCarPlay at Bose Glorietta. :)

may i ask how much you got them as well? tia :D

I got the Harman Kardon at Greenhills Theatre Mall (forgot the name of the store) and the Monster iCarPlay at Bose Glorietta. :)

Can't remember the exact prices. The Harman Kardon which I bought last year was around 9k and the Monster iCarPlay which I bought 2 years ago was around 6k . I think they are much cheaper now.

Just a querry cuz I never owned an iPod before, is it safe to say that you can use any ipod fm transmitter for an iPhone to connect to the car radio?

Just a querry cuz I never owned an iPod before, is it safe to say that you can use any ipod fm transmitter for an iPhone to connect to the car radio?

@all

Hmm.. are the current FM transmitters any good? Malinaw ba yung reception or may noise siya na hindi ma eliminate because of other radio stations near the frequency being used? Kung ok to, I might look for one myself.. a charger+FM transmitter for iPods. I think gagana naman siya for the iPhone.

@all

Hmm.. are the current FM transmitters any good? Malinaw ba yung reception or may noise siya na hindi ma eliminate because of other radio stations near the frequency being used? Kung ok to, I might look for one myself.. a charger+FM transmitter for iPods. I think gagana naman siya for the iPhone.

i'm currently using my Griffin iTrip, that i used to connect with my iPod Video, with my iPhone....works wells in my car. i just used a frequency with less distortion (in my case, 94.3)

is there a cable or something that we can buy so that any standard 3.5 headset can be used to our iphone? has anyone checked the mac store? pls postw. :)

is there a cable or something that we can buy so that any standard 3.5 headset can be used to our iphone? has anyone checked the mac store? pls postw. :)

I saw one in iStudio in high street selling for P900. Thinking of getting one myself.

I have the Pioneer DVD player in my car with the iPod interface box. I hook up the iPod with the dock connector for the usual music functions, or the mini-plug for Audio/Video mode:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2291/2066579891_88430bb55a_m.jpg

This is the iPod GUI on the Pioneer 7-inch touch screen -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2340/2066580005_89a5782dd7_m.jpg

And this is a sample of the video output from the iPod (Pixar's shorts, The Birds) -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2039/2066580113_dbbcdeb1ff_m.jpg

I just bought Pioneer DEH-5950 + CD1200 to connect my 5G iPod direct to the HU. I can now control the iPod directly from the HU and I dont worry about the battery because it also charges the iPod. I still have to borrow or steal an iPhone to test if they're compatible :-)

Ipod Touch Via Dension IceLink on a Mazda3.


http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/8173/dsc00118sl4.jpg

I have the Pioneer DVD player in my car with the iPod interface box. I hook up the iPod with the dock connector for the usual music functions, or the mini-plug for Audio/Video mode:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2291/2066579891_88430bb55a_m.jpg

This is the iPod GUI on the Pioneer 7-inch touch screen -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2340/2066580005_89a5782dd7_m.jpg

And this is a sample of the video output from the iPod (Pixar's shorts, The Birds) -

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2039/2066580113_dbbcdeb1ff_m.jpg

Can i ask what setup you have?

I saw one in iStudio in high street selling for P900. Thinking of getting one myself.

dude wheres that ?!! im willing to buy one myself. im sorry i dont know "high street is located" wheres that located? thnx for the info. :D

haha sorry my mistake done some googling and found it located at fort boni...check it later let u guys know...thnx for the info alvinbai

littlepitboy,
ganda ng iphone mo ah :)

here's my in-car ghetto setup

generic ipod gooseneck sa GH and a mini stereo connector bought from ebay, $5 lang.

http://home.earthlink.net/%7Emojako/images/iphone-car.jpg

littlepitboy,
ganda ng iphone mo ah :)

here's my in-car ghetto setup

generic ipod gooseneck sa GH and a mini stereo connector bought from ebay, $5 lang.

http://home.earthlink.net/%7Emojako/images/iphone-car.jpg

How much is the gooseneck in greenhills? I need that :)

noweev,
1k, pero the 1 i got was the last that the shop had..

Thanks... I'll try to find one tomorrow. how is your gooseneck mounted? I saw one that's mounted on the windshield via suction cup and I didn't like it. I want one that is mount either via the cigerette lighter or a screw on type.

Ano kaya mas maganda na car charger with FM transmitter? I saw Griffin and Belkin branded ones.

Thanks... I'll try to find one tomorrow. how is your gooseneck mounted? I saw one that's mounted on the windshield via suction cup and I didn't like it. I want one that is mount either via the cigerette lighter or a screw on type.

I got the one mounted via the cigarette lighter and it's also a FM transmitter as well. But the thing is, it doesn't charge my iPhone. And everytime I connect it, it says something like this accessory is not compatible with the iPhone.

It's able to transmit the music naman so no worries.

I got the one mounted via the cigarette lighter and it's also a FM transmitter as well. But the thing is, it doesn't charge my iPhone. And everytime I connect it, it says something like this accessory is not compatible with the iPhone.

What brand is this? I'd want to avoid this one since I'll be wanting one that charges the phone too.

What brand is this? I'd want to avoid this one since I'll be wanting one that charges the phone too.

I forget what brand. I'll check later in the car. I'll take pics na rin so you know what to avoid. :)

Saw this mount being sold in Ebay (locally), and the supplier said that it charges and transmits music simultaneously without any hitch. Actually planning on purchasing it, and will try to leave a review once I get it.

http://i15.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/c8/1c/1838_1.JPG

Hey silverfox, that actually looks neat. Please do give feedback, I'll look into it also on ebay.ph
Good looking out man!

I just use the auxilliary jack of my civic 06. ordered a audio stereo extender from radtech.us :)

how about with isuzu crosswind XUVi? does the sound system has a aux input at the back?

using it with the auxiliary jack of my pioneer...but its the ipod that gets the most time on it not the iphone

I just hope that it won't suffer from the "hiss" problem that some iphone users have reported when using an FM transmitter while plugged into a power source. I also experience that problem with my ipod video when it's plugged into my cigarette lighter while using an FM transmitter.

Ooh, on a side note, all my recent posts were submitted using my iphone :p Gotta love it!

Haha yup, that's right, love it! Oh and another issue i've been reading on apple with ipod fm trasmitters not being entirely compatible with iPhones, and some cases shorting it out or something? Even with the new extrememac in-car charger! Now I'm just paranoid about plugging my iPhone anywhere! Haha!

I am assuming that this device was designed primarily for the Iphone since the picture does show it as the attached device. Let's just hope this thing wont short-out my phone.

I am assuming that this device was designed primarily for the Iphone since the picture does show it as the attached device. Let's just hope this thing wont short-out my phone.

Do you get the "Not compatible with iPhone accessory" message when you connect your iPhone to this FM transmitter?

where can i find pioneer rd10 cable? my pioneer DEH series needs it for me tobe able to put my ipod/iphone

Ipod Touch Via Dension IceLink on a Mazda3.


http://img89.imageshack.us/img89/8173/dsc00118sl4.jpg

Hey just wondering..where and how did you install that in your Mazda 3? I own a Mazda 3 but I dont know how to play my iPod in my car =( Can you please help me out?

I havent bought it yet, still waiting for available stocks. Stuck pa raw sa customs.

where can i find pioneer rd10 cable? my pioneer DEH series needs it for me tobe able to put my ipod/iphone

Just bought one last week at Banawe for P1000.00. It sounds great compared to my fm transmitter before.

WAAA to expensive. i saw it in ebay its only 250 pesos. any 2nd hand? i just called pioneer makati they have no stock for the RB10 Ipod adaptor but the price is Php1,200

I havent bought it yet, still waiting for available stocks. Stuck pa raw sa customs.

Just got an update that stocks for the iPhone mount have already arrived and are available. Already in the process of ordering a unit and I'll try to post a review once I get my hands on it. The distributor said that overnight delivery is available in lieu of pick-ups.

Awesome silverfox, do update us please. I've been eyeing the fm transmitter for a while now!

i'm using the 3.5 jack for my civic. hurriedly bought an fm transmitter from cd-r king (w/o consulting this thread) for use in my fort, but wouldn't work...waahhh

Using a Blekin Tune Cast on my iPhone, it's doing a decent job for now, the "accessory not compatible just means you won't be able to recieve calls thru the uh.. accsseory. But mine charges just fine and plays my music, that's kinda all that matters right now.

cam phone pics only sorry:

modified my Belkin TuneDock to be connected to the lighter socket of my car. Better view of the iPod now compared to previous location.

http://img135.imageshack.us/img135/87/dsc00125to4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)



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old set up using the Belkin TuneDock- iPhone Baby!


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What I really like about the dension icelink is that it charges the ipod, controls the forward backward using hu and steering wheel controls of my stock Mazda3 Hu.

http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/774/dsc00122xo3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)


old set up using the Belkin TuneDock- iPhone Baby!


What I really like about the dension icelink is that it charges the ipod, controls the forward backward using hu and steering wheel controls of my stock Mazda3 Hu.

Hmmm, there must be something wrong with my eyesight, but I can't seem to find where the iPhone is...

Where can i find a Belkin TuneDok? Tnx. ;)

Naka bili ako ng ipod/iphone car cradle from Mickeys autosound sa Pasig! Brand nya is pheripheral.

Does anyone sell Pioneer RB10? i badly need some

I use the Audiolink connection w/c I bought fm LA Cars & Accessories in Makati for P5000. It connects to the rear of your head unit and gives you high quality digital sound. You can even place the iPhone/iPod inside the glove compartment and control it fm your head unit. It also charges the iPhone/Ipod. Very simple and easy to use. :)

I use the Audiolink connection w/c I bought fm LA Cars & Accessories in Makati for P5000. It connects to the rear of your head unit and gives you high quality digital sound. You can even place the iPhone/iPod inside the glove compartment and control it fm your head unit. It also charges the iPhone/Ipod. Very simple and easy to use. :)

im thinking of getting this instead of the dension since its a lot cheaper. hows the installtion? ok ba? im scared that they might scratch the console of our mazda 6 e. 5k includes installation na right?

Naka bili ako ng ipod/iphone car cradle from Mickeys autosound sa Pasig! Brand nya is pheripheral.

any pics? How do you mount it?

You can mount it in 3ways. You can mount it using the lighter slot,clip it in your air con, or use the stick it sa flat surface. Ung mismong cradle is retractable so any ipod pwede. Im using it with my iphone costs 850 pesos

Thought i'd share this, since the title of this thread is "iPhone and your car" . One of my clients gave me these (the plate, not the car:p) as an early Christmas gift. :)

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/3196/img0076rt8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Thought i'd share this, since the title of this thread is "iPhone and your car" . One of my clients gave me these (the plate, not the car:p) as an early Christmas gift. :)

http://img232.imageshack.us/img232/3196/img0076rt8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

Wow naman!!! PPSA na IPHONE plate pa!!! Galing!!! :D

Nice disco-ball :p

Haha i didn't notice that! So silverfox, any update on the iphone fm transmitter from eBay?

Oh yeah, thanks for reminding me.

Yup, I got the mount yesterday, it was delivered to my place a day late (I was actually surprised they delivered on a Sunday), but it wasn't really an issue.

Based on the packaging, it's easy to deduce that this was really more of an iPhone-adapted iPod mount, rather than an iPhone-designed device. But it functioned perfectly based on what it was intended to do: transmit via FM and charge the device at the same time. Just like your regular transmitter, you can choose from 4 pre-tuned frequencies: 88.1, 88.3, 88.5 and 88.7. The sound quality was actually clearer than what I was using previously, no glaring hisses or GSM interference. You mount the, er, mount via your car's cigarette plug, and just set the cradle to your preferred angle. You also get a mini-remote that controls forward, back and skip functions, though I haven't tried it yet (too lazy to buy batteries). A caveat though: you get the message "this device is not designed for your iPhone" everytime you plug it, but it doesn't seem to affect the functions of your iPhone.

Total damage:
iPhone mount + delivery= Php980+80.
In-car listening pleasure= priceless :p

Total damage:
iPhone mount + delivery= Php980+80.
In-car listening pleasure= priceless :p

Dang, that's cheap. The charger+fm transmitters I looked at were in the 3K price range (Griffin/Belkin) and no mount. I think I found where you got it from. saferphilippinescom, right? Hmm.. I might get one myself.

Hmm.. maybe you got sent the iPod mount instead of the iPhone mount by mistake? It seems the iPhone one has an additional P130 on top of the P980.

On Dec 14, 2007 at 13:50:17 PHT, seller added the following information:Note: price posted is for iPod application.. if for iPhone use add P130 and advise me after making the payment so I would know coz they almost look the same to avoid error in shipping, many Thanks.

its the same thing, they increased the price for the version with remote. Its just that i already reserved in advance, so they honored the original price quoted

Oh I see, well that's good to hear silverfox, i was warned by some ipod users with fm transmitters that quality might be interfered with such hisses and what not. I'll probably get this tomorrow then! Haha!

And thanks for pointing out the different mounts Ranma. I hope this will work perfectly for my ride!

Just an update for silverfox, i spoke to the seller, and he did say there was a different mount for the iPhone. I suggest you try to exchange your item if it isn't the iPhone mount.

Thanks, it is the iphone mount. I checked the packaging and it does say it's for iphones

I see, well the error message is probably something i can live with, the important thing is the sound quality! Thanks silverfox!

Hey guy's be carefull on this fm transmitter/charger, I was using Kensington Digital FM Transmitter and it burns my iphone, apple replace my iphone.

Yeah I heard about some FM transimitters actually frying the iPhone. Even read it in some reviews in the Apple Store site.

Up until last week, this was my setup:

Interface/charger: Alpine KCA-420i iPod interface
Head unit: Alpine CDA-9827 CD/MP3/WMA receiver
Front speakers: Kicker EX60.2
Fear speakers: they came with the car
Car: '99 Honda Civic LXi (all stock)
Installation: Mickey's Autosound and Elbert Cuenca (for the KCA-420i)

It's a complete 3rd party in-car solution which I reported here (http://www.philmug.ph/forum/showthread.php?p=28732) and here (http://elbert.livejournal.com/1984.html) a few years ago.

Obviously, I've updated the setup with my iPhone, and I no longer use the holster (because it attracts too much attention).

The iPhone works well with the Alpine KCA Interface. It works just like any iPod would --I can control the iPod functions of the iPhone as well as read all the track info from the head unit. I just place the iPhone on top of a non-slip mat in the dashboard.

I also have a Sony Ericsson HCB-30 Bluetooth Car Kit. This makes my iPhone-in-car setup really sweet. First and foremost, the two work perfectly well together. Unlike other bluetooth phones I've had in the past, the iPhone reliably maintains BT connection and is rweally easy to reattach should I walk out of range and then back in while the unit is on. The small LED on the HCB controller also properly displays my phone's network coverage status (green for positive GSM signal, red for out of coverage).

The Alpine-Sony Ericsson combination is wonderful, and ultra convenient for someone like me, who drives a lot. When making or receiving calls, the Alpine pauses the music (or mutes the radio), to allow me to engage in a clear hands-free conversation, then resumes the music when I hang up. The iPhone's great interface helps a great deal as it lets me chose whether to answer or make calls using the BT system or in the iPhone itself.

I've since updated my car, and I'm about to replicate the entire solution in my new Swift. I've ordered the Clarion iPod interface from the US since I wish to retain the original built-in stereo look of the car (and not lose the steering wheel functions too). Once that arrives, I'll be installing a new Sony Ericsson HCB unit. I'm now researching to see if the Clarion has an interrupt cable (like all proper head units these days do), so that my music can be automatically paused when making or receiving calls.

I'll also be replacing the car's original speakers.

Will update this thread once my project is complete.

my ford focus has an ipod slot in the glove compartment but the cable i was able to get won't fit... can anyone point me in the right direction for an iphone-friendly adaptor? thanks

I got home pretty late last night, and I was pooped, but that mood quickly changed when I found out that I had a FedEx package waiting for me at the building's reception. It was my new Clarion CeNET iPod Interface EA1251.

Even if it was already past 1AM, I went to work on it quickly. It really is just plug and play anyway, but then again, gaining access to the back of the unit is a bit of a challenge, especially since I didn't want to dismantle anything. Fortunately, I was able to gain access through the glove box. It was a bit tight, but I managed.

To be honest, I wasn't 100% certain this would work. I just read in one Suzuki Swift forum based in Australia that it's what I needed. Clarion actually had two models: one for older units and one for newer ones. I don't even know which one I got. What convinced me that this was the right part for our Swift was the square DIN socket I saw at the back of the unit when I took a peek (I stuck my head in and used a flashlight). The CeNET adapter uses a square connector too.

So, with baited breath, I attempted to plug the CeNET cable in. At first try, it went in and snapped into place! But that still didn't assure me it was going to work. I then plugged the other end of that cable to the interface unit, along with the supplied iPod cable. I didn't have my iPod with me, so I tested with my iPhone. The stereo's display started flashing "system check", and it wouldn't stop. I was starting to think it wasn't going to work, but eventually (after some fiddling around), it started playing music! Woohoo!

And so it works, and works well, but it's archaic compared to today's iPod-in-car solutions (Alpine's fantastic iDA-X001 (http://www.alpine-usa.com/US-en/products/product.php?model=iDA-X001) was my real target). This Clarion solution lets me browse up to 5 playlists only provided I name them "Clarion 1", "Clarion 2", and so on (just like Alpine's first implementation for BMW a few years back). It also shows a one-liner dot matrix display, which can toggle through artist, album and track information. Indeed, very limited and, as mentioned earlier, archaic. However, these limitations I'm willing to accept since I normally just play the iPod in shuffle mode (I don't normally browse for songs when driving anyway).

I was seriously considering a full replacement of the Swift's facia so I could install a 3rd party HU of my choice (that Alpine iDA-X001 is just so tempting), but that would mean losing the steering wheel controls (volume, pause, next and previous track, etc.) and the speed-sensing auto-volume control. I decided I'd much rather have those features intact.

Now, driving this new car is even more enjoyable. My next steps are to replace the built-in speakers and install my Bluetooth car kit.

Abangan...

I have an alpine set up with the new direct connect system for the ipod. Connected my iPhone Yesterday and basic functions like forward and reverse but when I try to toggle thru playlists an error occurs. Will stick to my iPod when connecting to the car.

kiks, in my old Alpine setup, using the KC- 420i Interface, I had full functionality with the iPhone. Of course, it was a pain to browse through playlists and titles, but it worked just like any iPod would. The best part was that I would not get any of that GSM radio interference when calls of texts would come in or out. I wonder why it wouldn't work with yours. What model Alpine HU are you using?

i don't have any car kit for my iphone but i do have the Garmin GPS with bluetooth, it plays mp3 music as well but not through the iphone (from memory card). planning to buy a car charger na lang to complete the setup (iphone's battery drains up so fast).

im thinking of getting this instead of the dension since its a lot cheaper. hows the installtion? ok ba? im scared that they might scratch the console of our mazda 6 e. 5k includes installation na right?

I do recommend the audiolink interface because it gives you cd quality - digital sound from your iPod/iPhone. You can control it from your head unit and it charges your iPod/iPhone. Yes, the P5000 includes installation & it took them only 15 mins.

How does the installation go? Unfortunately my Chevrolet does not allow after-sales stereos since it's built-in sa dashboard.

im thinking of getting this instead of the dension since its a lot cheaper. hows the installtion? ok ba? im scared that they might scratch the console of our mazda 6 e. 5k includes installation na right?

If you require cd quality 'digital' sound from your iPod/iPhone, I do recommend the audiolink interface. Otherwise, you may chose from the many 'analog' devices available. Very simple to use & you can control it from your head unit and it charges your iPod/iPhone. Yes, the P5000 includes installation & it took them only 15 mins.

Okay so i bought the IPhone FM trasmitter from eBay, same source as silverfox. From my observations, the thing does its job, although the error about it not being compatible does come up, it only means you can't use it as a speaker function.

The sound quality is very good, but not excellent. So take not of that. It charges the iPhone well, but I noticed that my phone heats up quite a bit. I just hope nothing bad will come to it after extended periods of it on the charger. So that's that.

If you require cd quality 'digital' sound from your iPod/iPhone, I do recommend the audiolink interface. Otherwise, you may chose from the many 'analog' devices available. Very simple to use & you can control it from your head unit and it charges your iPod/iPhone. Yes, the P5000 includes installation & it took them only 15 mins.

yep i want it to sound as good as a CD sana kaya i think ill hav it installed after i get my ang paos this xmas haha. thx dude.

Okay so i bought the IPhone FM trasmitter from eBay, same source as silverfox. From my observations, the thing does its job, although the error about it not being compatible does come up, it only means you can't use it as a speaker function.

The sound quality is very good, but not excellent. So take not of that. It charges the iPhone well, but I noticed that my phone heats up quite a bit. I just hope nothing bad will come to it after extended periods of it on the charger. So that's that.

I'm actually not using my iPhone with it right now, just my iPod. I was reading through one of the threads about how a Mugger's Bose dock "killed" his iPhone, and this just got me paranoid. So I'm waiting for an actual Apple-certified car kit.

have anyone tried the car charger sold in digital walker? im scared too.

have anyone tried the car charger sold in digital walker? im scared too.

Yes. I've been using it for about 2 months now. The brand name is Clik and the price is P395 (before discount).

ok thanks for the info. im gonna use it in my iphone.

Okay so i bought the IPhone FM trasmitter from eBay, same source as silverfox. From my observations, the thing does its job, although the error about it not being compatible does come up, it only means you can't use it as a speaker function.

The sound quality is very good, but not excellent. So take not of that. It charges the iPhone well, but I noticed that my phone heats up quite a bit. I just hope nothing bad will come to it after extended periods of it on the charger. So that's that.

stop using it, thats the sign that sooner or later your iphone will burn out. that's what happen to me.

The iPhone will naturally get hot if the display is on while it's being charged, more so if a making a phone call. You can place it in sleep mode to keep it from getting too hot.

How does the installation go? Unfortunately my Chevrolet does not allow after-sales stereos since it's built-in sa dashboard.

My Swift's stereo is built-in too, but it's actually made by Clarion. If your current stereo has a CD changer, or is CD changer compatible, chances are you can install a 3rd party line-in solution. P.I.E. is practically a sure bet.

Check out their site to see if your Chevy's stereo is listed.

http://www.pie.net/

Here's the product guide: http://www.pie.net/images/appguide/appl_ipod.pdf

Does anyone know if these old iPod FM transmitters for the video iPod is also compatible with the iPhone?

http://tbn0.google.com/images?q=tbn:UA6gnX0t9VF57M:http://www.proporta.com/F03/i/ipod_FM_transmitter_cols_3.jpg

heres mine :)

just using a regular audio video jack connected to my pioneer's 7550 hide-away unit underneath the passenger seat. Not an actual pic but heres how it looks..

BTW TV out on my iphone is not working :(

http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/9838/0312caepioneer07zce2.jpg

http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/9718/0312caepioneer02zpc6.jpg

http://img257.imageshack.us/img257/8791/0312caepioneer08zhv7.jpg

Reviving this thread just to see who else has had success in finding a viable solution to hooking up their iPhone to their car. Any new accessories that have been released, or old iPod accessories that work?

Good day everyone!

Don't know if this is new, but has anyone tried connecting their iPhone to the car head unit (HU) via the iConnect2 cable? I have an Alpine HU AiNet and got the iConnect2 cable for "all iPod models" for it. It uses the CD changer slot behind the HU. It's supposed to enable you to control the iPod (hopefully also the iPhone) and charges it as well.
I'm just a little concerned with the power input that goes into the CD changer slot together with the cable itself (yellow arrow). The car, of course, has 12V and the power doesn't seem to be passing through anything that will lower the voltage.

Anyone tried this yet?

Thanks in advance!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v125/dagarduno/IMG_1222-2.jpg

i tried the griffin itrip (the one that attaches at the bottom) in the iphone and it worked perfectly but the sound was less than stellar. :(

woohoo finally installed the xcarlink in my car ... will post pics soon!

http://www.xcarlink.co.uk/product.php?productid=3&cat=1&page=1

Features:

Connect your iPod to your factory fitted car stereo and enjoy perfect digital CD Quality Sound!! Direct Connection to the CD changer port, This is not an FM transmitter, no FM modulation involved.
Control your ipod through your car Stereo and steering wheel controls. select tracks, rewind, fast forward and adjust the volume through your existing volume control.
Select Playlists through your car Stereo and steering wheel controls
When the iPod is connected, you will have full control of your iPod from the iPod itself (including clickwheel); your iPod and screen will NOT be disabled when connected
Automatic Pausing when switching to CD/TAPE/FM/AM/MD etc
No batteries required, keeps your iPod fully charged all the time while connected
Designed for the professional look, no cigarette lighter adapters, all wires hidden
Power on automatic play function and power off automatic pause.
3.5mm connection for connecting MP3/MP4 Player and iPod shuffle.
want to thank LA cars for a fast installtion. well worth the price. almost cd quality.

woohoo finally installed the xcarlink in my car ... will post pics soon!

http://www.xcarlink.co.uk/product.php?productid=3&cat=1&page=1

Features:

Connect your iPod to your factory fitted car stereo and enjoy perfect digital CD Quality Sound!! Direct Connection to the CD changer port, This is not an FM transmitter, no FM modulation involved.
Control your ipod through your car Stereo and steering wheel controls. select tracks, rewind, fast forward and adjust the volume through your existing volume control.
Select Playlists through your car Stereo and steering wheel controls
When the iPod is connected, you will have full control of your iPod from the iPod itself (including clickwheel); your iPod and screen will NOT be disabled when connected
Automatic Pausing when switching to CD/TAPE/FM/AM/MD etc
No batteries required, keeps your iPod fully charged all the time while connected
Designed for the professional look, no cigarette lighter adapters, all wires hidden
Power on automatic play function and power off automatic pause.
3.5mm connection for connecting MP3/MP4 Player and iPod shuffle. want to thank LA cars for a fast installtion. well worth the price. almost cd quality.



me too! after weeks of browsing the forum, i got convinced. i'm totally satisfied! :)

try cdr kings fm transmitter 250 lang po

Lock or unlock car / Start or turn off engine using an iPhone?

http://www.nissanforumsph.com/automotive-news/got-iphone-control-your-car-with-one.php

Lock or unlock car / Start or turn off engine using an iPhone?

http://www.nissanforumsph.com/automotive-news/got-iphone-control-your-car-with-one.php


wow.......fortunately it's not yet out so i still have time to save up for a car hahaha :P

my iphone won't charge when i use the "click!" car charger. :p

Im also using the one from ebay that silverfox recommended. I also observe that it heats up after using it for a few minutes.

Im also using the one from ebay that silverfox recommended. I also observe that it heats up after using it for a few minutes.

Ya it does, and I'm not very satisfied with it, so i just use it as a charger. I think i wanna just get a aux wire for my headunit.

what is the cheapest yet safe for iphone kit? im planning to buy one coz' my transmitter won't work with iphone since the earphone plug is too deep... tia

anyone selling Pioneer RB-10 just PM me.

Im also using the one from ebay that silverfox recommended. I also observe that it heats up after using it for a few minutes.

I may have jumped the gun on this one, but I have stopped using the car kit a week after buying it, not because it trashed my iPhone, but because of horror stories I read about non-Apple chargers frying the unit. So for those of you who bought it, I guess caveat emptor applies? My apologies.

So I'm still on the lookout for a solution that will integrate perfectly with my car sound system.

i'm using an apple AV composite cable, connected the RCA for audio to the line in/aux of my pioneer mp3 head unit, connected the video to my pioneer 7 inch monitor, compared audio quality using my IASCA test disc, no significant loss of quality, both audio and video.

i'm using an apple AV composite cable, connected the RCA for audio to the line in/aux of my pioneer mp3 head unit, connected the video to my pioneer 7 inch monitor, compared audio quality using my IASCA test disc, no significant loss of quality, both audio and video.

Where did you find a composite cable that would fit the iphones narrow plug?

it's the apple composite av cable with the 30-pin dock connector (not the narrow 3.5mm plug which would not send out video signals), 3 rca's (1 for video, 2 for audio) and a usb for charging. sells for $49 at apple stores. had my cousin buy it for me from the states.

Thanks g19c. Will ask my sister-in-law to the same for me.

http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/09/usb-charger.jpg
this is the usb adapter that is compatible with iPod Photo, Video and iPhone
tested and work with all high power usb devices,

500pesos lang pero sold out already na agad when arrived,

Don2003, where do i find that?

it's the apple composite av cable with the 30-pin dock connector (not the narrow 3.5mm plug which would not send out video signals), 3 rca's (1 for video, 2 for audio) and a usb for charging. sells for $49 at apple stores. had my cousin buy it for me from the states.

Also available for P2600 at Digital Walker stores.

2300 with mugger's discount from charlie. Works great. It even has a usb for a car charger.

here is my iphone and my car setup :)

230php iphone holder
220php cdrking fm transmitter
220php iphone earbud extender(di kasi kasya yung regular na earphone socket kaya kailangan pa ng ganito)
iphone car charger free when i bought my ipod touch
http://www.robinspinzon.com/piks/iphoneincar.jpg

hmm, nice.. i should check out the fm transmitter.. no problems from CDR-king??

RSPINZON: nice car setup dude we have the same car "VIOS" . . . how where you able to put it in you dashboard?

hmm, nice.. i should check out the fm transmitter.. no problems from CDR-king??

ok kasi yung fm transmitter ng cdrking pwedi battery operated. gamit ko rin kasi tong setup na to for my ipod touch, kasi pag iphone ang ilalagay ko dyan,i have to turn it to airplane mode ba dahil sa signal interference sa fm transmission

RSPINZON: nice car setup dude we have the same car "VIOS" . . . how where you able to put it in you dashboard?

nabili ko sa ace hardware yung holder, its a universal holder you can rotate your iphone vertically or horizontally. hanap kalang dun sa may car accessories, celfone holders.

ok ba yung sound ng fm transmitter ng cdrking? parang direct din ba ang sound output?

@rspinzon sir san store mo nakuha un mounting ng iphone mo sa kotse?panu naka mount un sir?butas b or double adhesive lng?ayus ha..ganda

ok, d ko nabasa masyado, ace hardware pla...

tnx, typeS ang pangalan nung celfone holder... 3m adhesive sya. picturan ko yung holder bukas antok na me

Sir, where can i buy un adaptor para dun sa 3.5mm na plug?tnx

Sir, where can i buy un adaptor para dun sa 3.5mm na plug?tnx

its 800 pesos

Where can i get one?anung store?

220 lang ata yung sa akin sa may moa, sa tabi ng mac store dun, dun sa maraming gadget na tinitinda

try post pic na lang para to compare din

pix posted po page 12

Tnx bro...

I have a problem.. I have the 07 civic with the headphone jack.. it's weird.. when I use the ipod dock/headphone adapter.. the songs come out with the right speaker with the volume level of the car radio while the left front passenger speaker is weak.. recently, when I listen to the radio, now the left speaker is in tune with the volume level of the car radio, while the driver's side speaker is weak.. weird. does anyone know how to fix this?

BTW: is this way of the thread topic? hehehe!

I have a problem.. I have the 07 civic with the headphone jack.. it's weird.. when I use the ipod dock/headphone adapter.. the songs come out with the right speaker with the volume level of the car radio while the left front passenger speaker is weak.. recently, when I listen to the radio, now the left speaker is in tune with the volume level of the car radio, while the driver's side speaker is weak.. weird. does anyone know how to fix this?

BTW: is this way of the thread topic? hehehe!


must be the connector you used. try another, but what I observed is the AUX in of Civic is kinda low in volume and it takes the volume control of the iphone to jack it up.

btw you not in RP? bec you said front left passenger side, hehe aren't we drivers at the front left?

Haha! oh yeah! sorry sorry! nabaliktad ko haha! thanks thanks! :) I'll try to get another connector from GH!

Hey guys! :) d ko nasusubaybayan yung mga posts dito sa thread. kung nasagot na toh, sorry! hmm.. meron bang nabibiling dock that cud be integrated to you stereo? :) TIA!

madmi bro, depende sa head unit mo.ako gamit ko kse na head unit, pioneer na 7750,tapos naka rb10 ako plus composite av cable kse may monitor ako so iphone na lng gamit ko para sa player ko instead of a dvd head unit. tapos meron din nmn na CD-IB100II, mas ok un kse pde mo controlin un iphone from the head unit kng pioneer ka.
the best kng may line out un head unit mo like mga sony explode 3.5mm na jack kelangan mo.

btw you not in RP? bec you said front left passenger side, hehe aren't we drivers at the front left?

OMG! I've been doing it wrong all along, driving at the rear right. :p

I dnt know if anyone posted this yet but here it goes anyway:

The New Land Rover LRX is integrated with the Iphone check it out:

Land Rover LRX's iPhone personalizes your car settings,.
At the nexus of MacWorld and the Detroit Auto Show is this, the iPhone dock for the Land Rover LRX (http://www.engadget.com/2007/12/14/iphone-integral-part-of-land-rover-lrx-concept/) concept car. Our brethren at Autoblog had a chance to sit down with Mr. Sandy Boyes, the LRX's interior designer, to get a better understanding of the iPhone's role in the vehicle. When docked, the iPhone would upload your music, seat settings, steering wheel settings, and all the information for the car's "transfigurable displays." Better yet, he suggests that the dock (iPhone or otherwise) could be offered as a "premium pack" in near-term cars -- there's no need to wait.

http://www.engadget.com/2008/01/16/video-land-rover-lrxs-iphone-personalizes-your-car-settings/

here is my iphone and my car setup :)

230php iphone holder
220php cdrking fm transmitter
220php iphone earbud extender(di kasi kasya yung regular na earphone socket kaya kailangan pa ng ganito)
iphone car charger free when i bought my ipod touch
http://www.robinspinzon.com/piks/iphoneincar.jpg
rspinzon: where did you buy the earbud extender ? Adaptor ba yun for cdrking's fm transmitter? Kasi when I went to cdrking, mejo maluwang ung jack hung transmitter to my iPhone

rspinzon: where did you buy the earbud extender ? Adaptor ba yun for cdrking's fm transmitter? Kasi when I went to cdrking, mejo maluwang ung jack hung transmitter to my iPhone Those can be bought from Digital Walker for P295 minus 10% ata since you're a Philmug member :-)

OT: didnt know that Muggers get 10% OFF at Digital walker. How do you prove to them your a Philmugger?

tama po sa dw, alam ko meron sa trinoma nyan. sa mol of asia meron din

OT: didnt know that Muggers get 10% OFF at Digital walker. How do you prove to them your a Philmugger?
sabihin mo pangalan ni charlie, o kaya tawagan mo, they will ask for your username and email ata

i finally got the cdrking fm ransmitter, earbud extender and the iphone holder but i'm now having problems with the fm transmitter. it's very "matagtag" / (malakas ung static) has anyone experienced the same problems? how do i fix it?
btw, this cdrking fm transmitter has only 4 radio stations. 106.7, 107.1, 107.5 and 107.9.. i tried setting the iphone with each one of the 4 and didn't get good signal for all.

i finally got the cdrking fm ransmitter, earbud extender and the iphone holder but i'm now having problems with the fm transmitter. it's very "matagtag" / (malakas ung static) has anyone experienced the same problems? how do i fix it?
btw, this cdrking fm transmitter has only 4 radio stations. 106.7, 107.1, 107.5 and 107.9.. i tried setting the iphone with each one of the 4 and didn't get good signal for all.

I also use a cdrking fm transmitter. You cannot avoid the static because the iPhone is also trasmitting radio signals. If I'm not expecting any call/text, I just switch my iPhone to airplane mode. Otherwise, you have to get used to the static. . . or change your car stereo to a model that has an AUX IN plug. ;) HTH.

I got home pretty late last night, and I was pooped, but that mood quickly changed when I found out that I had a FedEx package waiting for me at the building's reception. It was my new Clarion CeNET iPod Interface EA1251.

..

hello fellow swift owner.
may i ask where you got your interface and how much is the landed cost? PIE website only has a an interface for 2001 swifts.
tia

http://www.radioshack.com/sm-accurian-universal-dock-with-remote-control-for-ipod--pi-2207484.html

i bought this from the states a few years ago.

Headunit: pioneer DEH 5850 (important for me yung HU na may aux out e)
i also bought an adaptor, to be connected to the aux out slot of the HU, tapos female
RCA na yun.

Dock: the dock has audio and video out. i cconnected the audio cables from the dock to the
adaptor that is plugged into the HU. the dock is also capable of playing videos, so
i bought an LCD monitor for that.
since squarish yung shape nung dock, nag"chop chop" ako ng gooseneck ng discman.
(eto medyo hard to find nowadays) and then i custom made a platform type of wood
then i installed it sa gooseneck.
kelangan nga lang bumili ng power adaptor, na ikakabit sa dock. to be plugged into
the lighter socket.

Matrabaho? yes. pero its worth it. :)

Oh, i think there is a cheaper version of the dock in market market. just have to
confirm kung saang store meron.

rspinzon: where did you buy the earbud extender ? Adaptor ba yun for cdrking's fm transmitter? Kasi when I went to cdrking, mejo maluwang ung jack hung transmitter to my iPhone

I also have the CDRking FM transmitter, I just cut the rubber to the tip of the 3.5MM jack (medyo kininis ko lang yung cut) then OK na sya.

BTW: where did you buy the iphone holder?

TY

pioneer 4050 is already ipod ready, you can scroll thru playlists and songs thru the radio na.
with the built in usb cable it also charges the iphone as well. sulit na sulit. ganda ng sound quality :)

hello fellow swift owner.
may i ask where you got your interface and how much is the landed cost? PIE website only has a an interface for 2001 swifts.
tia

Here's my Amazon Order Summary:
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Shipping Details : Crutchfield
Order #: 002-1905751-xxxxx
Shipping Method: Standard
Shipping Preference: Group my items into as few shipments as possible
Subtotal of Items: $99.99
Shipping & Handling: $0.00
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Total for this Order: $99.99

Shipping estimate for these items: December 11, 2007 - December 12, 2007
1 "Clarion EA1251B Connect and control an iPod with your Clarion CeNET receiver"
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The $99 is pretty good considering Clarion has it listed in their own site for $149.99. The Alpine KCA420i is priced at $99 as well.

I had it shipped to a relative in the US and he FedExed it to me. He gifted me with the shipping cost to MNL.

I also use a cdrking fm transmitter. You cannot avoid the static because the iPhone is also trasmitting radio signals. If I'm not expecting any call/text, I just switch my iPhone to airplane mode. Otherwise, you have to get used to the static. . . or change your car stereo to a model that has an AUX IN plug. ;) HTH.

I was able to solve this problem (accidentally) by using an extended cord, so that the actual transmitter and iPhone are far apart from each other (as well as the stereo plugs). I never get the "takatak" sound anymore. I don't know the science behind the solution, but it just works.

i just bought a pioneer stereo with a usb interface forgot the model number works pretty well with the iphone and ipod dont have any complaints so far

just bought an itrip auto so i can move it around vehicles ... works prfectly with the iphone. :) (cuz i read some feedbacks that sometimes it doesnt work on the iphone.)

but of course nothing beats the quality of the xcarlink :)

I'm now using Griffin - Auto Pilot - check it out..works well with the iPhone Was surprised it plays sound via the dock connection. I've tried several brands but this is the only one that works.

You'll get a not compatible with Iphone but charging and audio out works perfectly. I just ignore the message. This works with cars that have built in mini mic audio in.

http://www.griffintechnology.com/images/assets/headers/0000/1850/autopilot_1.jpg?1194564130