Cd Changer replacement

Quicksilver · #1 03-10-2014, 01:53 AM

I haven't been keeping up with the new tech. So What are the options to replace a 2005 X5 4.4 CD changer with a different music player. Not interested in pulling any cable to the front, or pulling the radio.

upallnight · #2 03-10-2014, 07:56 AM

I have a GROM usb/bluetooth adapter instead of the original CD changer. My X also came with DSP so I had to also get a DSP converter. Everything works fine. I can stream music via bluetooth from my phone to the X, send and receive phone call through the X. Can rip MP3 files onto a Jump Drive and lsiten to them, don't have to burn CDs any longer.

dkl · #3 03-10-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by upallnight

I have a GROM usb/bluetooth adapter instead of the original CD changer. My X also came with DSP so I had to also get a DSP converter. Everything works fine. I can stream music via bluetooth from my phone to the X, send and receive phone call through the X. Can rip MP3 files onto a Jump Drive and lsiten to them, don't have to burn CDs any longer.

Ditto. I also have the GROM for a few months now (also replacing my MP3 CD changer) and loves it. I don't currently have the bluetooth module, but is considering it.

How/where did you place the bluetooth module? I would assume that you have to route the MIC up front somehow? Where did you end up putting the MIC?

upallnight · #4 03-10-2014, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by dkl

Ditto. I also have the GROM for a few months now (also replacing my MP3 CD changer) and loves it. I don't currently have the bluetooth module, but is considering it.

How/where did you place the bluetooth module? I would assume that you have to route the MIC up front somehow? Where did you end up putting the MIC?

I tried using the mic that was built into the overhead console, bu that didn't work, so I used the mic that came with the bluetooth. Had to get a micro stereo extension cable since the lead wasn't long enough to go from the rear view mirror back to the unit in the rear cubby where I have the Grom unit. I just ran the cable down the A pillar and then underneath the plastic door sills to the back.

ukrcan · #5 03-10-2014, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by upallnight

I have a GROM usb/bluetooth adapter instead of the original CD changer. My X also came with DSP so I had to also get a DSP converter. Everything works fine. I can stream music via bluetooth from my phone to the X, send and receive phone call through the X. Can rip MP3 files onto a Jump Drive and lsiten to them, don't have to burn CDs any longer.

I have one of those too... i only bought the module that plays MP3 using USB stick as i had bluetooth in the car already. I wanted the stock look and being able to control music with my car stereo and my steering wheel buttons..Really happy with it so far...

jc1surf · #6 03-11-2014, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by ukrcan

I have one of those too... i only bought the module that plays MP3 using USB stick as i had bluetooth in the car already. I wanted the stock look and being able to control music with my car stereo and my steering wheel buttons..Really happy with it so far...

@-quick how's the hunt coming along, have you found any unit? and pardon me for thread jacking

there's just so many options out there, i rather ask the pros.

@Hi ukrcan, would you happen to recall the spec model you purchased. There seems to be a few models with diff range in price.

i only want to play music/mp3 as i also have built in bluetooth too.
also, have you ran into any complications with your unit such as the steering wheel controls, display and incoming calls through the speakers?
thank you.

dkl · #7 03-11-2014, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by jc1surf

@-quick how's the hunt coming along, have you found any unit? and pardon me for thread jacking

there's just so many options out there, i rather ask the pros.

@Hi ukrcan, would you happen to recall the spec model you purchased. There seems to be a few models with diff range in price.

i only want to play music/mp3 as i also have built in bluetooth too.
also, have you ran into any complications with your unit such as the steering wheel controls, display and incoming calls through the speakers?
thank you.

This isn't that bad for about $140 => BMW X5 2006 GROM-USB2 iPod iPhone Bluetooth Android Interface Adapter Usage instructions - YouTube

I liked it enough that I got it for both the X5 and the Mcoupe. Got all my music on a 32GB stick! I'm currently only using the USB stick...still contemplating with adding the BT module. The nice thing is that it also support Android and iOS devices if you get the attached accessories.

upallnight · #8 03-11-2014, 09:48 PM

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This isn't that bad for about $140 => BMW X5 2006 GROM-USB2 iPod iPhone Bluetooth Android Interface Adapter Usage instructions - YouTube

I liked it enough that I got it for both the X5 and the Mcoupe. Got all my music on a 32GB stick! I'm currently only using the USB stick...still contemplating with adding the BT module. The nice thing is that it also support Android and iOS devices if you get the attached accessories.

jc1surf · #9 03-11-2014, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dkl

This isn't that bad for about $140 => BMW X5 2006 GROM-USB2 iPod iPhone Bluetooth Android Interface Adapter Usage instructions - YouTube

I liked it enough that I got it for both the X5 and the Mcoupe. Got all my music on a 32GB stick! I'm currently only using the USB stick...still contemplating with adding the BT module. The nice thing is that it also support Android and iOS devices if you get the attached accessories.

thanks i was looking at that one. what about this model?
Aux Adapter Interface iPod Droid iPhone MP3 XM Bluetooth Samsung Charger BMWSA3 | eBay

Ricky Bobby · #10 03-10-2014, 09:25 AM

Gosh burning cd's, haven't done that since 2006....

I know you're not interested in running a cable to the front but I did so when I installed my USA spec iPod interface, and I have it run into the armrest tray so I can play my iPod (or my iPhone for that matter) and control it from there, it came with a DSP adapter too so that works great. It doubles as a charger as well, and works with my iPhone 5 as I plugged my 30 pin to Lightning adapter in it (the cable is a 30 pin on the USA spec unit) The actual interface itself is right under my front seat, cost me $120 with coupon from Crutchfield.