Ice link, Aux, CD changer cable questions

[Kryptonite]

Originally Posted by Tom G.

Your production date says that your Head Unit is compatible for AUX, it just needs the AUX cable. As soon as it is plugged into the head unit, "AUX" will come up as a selection.

And here's where my brain takes a nose dive: If I add the ice>link, then add that $29 AUX adapter for the ice>link (that looks like it plugs into the 3-pin changer connector), will i be able to seamlessly move from business CD, to iPod, and EVEN to AUX (using the additional AUX adaptor for ice>link) or will I need to perform the AUX install behind the MID (head unit) to have that functionality?

[Tom G.]

Originally Posted by Kryptonite

And here's where my brain takes a nose dive: If I add the ice>link, then add that $29 AUX adapter for the ice>link (that looks like it plugs into the 3-pin changer connector), will i be able to seamlessly move from business CD, to iPod, and EVEN to AUX (using the additional AUX adaptor for ice>link) or will I need to perform the AUX install behind the MID (head unit) to have that functionality?

The iPod will need to be removed from the ice>Link to allow the ice>Link to revert to AUX mode. Then you are able to use AUX via the icelink.

I think in your case, the BMW kit would be a better choice since your NAV device is in the cabin area.

[Kryptonite]

Sounds quite interesting.....

I don't have NAV (yet), but when I do, it will be aftermarket. I think I may go with your ice>link as a immediate solution, and after I get the other items ready for installation, add the AUX input for further distribution. But as you noted before, I will still have full use of the cd player up front WITH the ice>link installed....


Tom G., you are THE MAN!

[Tom G.]

[prism]

Im also thinking of installing the icelink and have the following questions:

1. I have heard someone mention upgrading the firmware of the icelink? Was I dreaming because I was under the impression that the icelink kit was just a bunch of cables???

2. Is the icelink generally compatible with the ipod nano or is it a specific icelink model that needs to be used?

Thanks a mil!

[prism]

Geeez, anybody???

[X5 Sport]

Originally Posted by prism

Im also thinking of installing the icelink and have the following questions:

1. I have heard someone mention upgrading the firmware of the icelink? Was I dreaming because I was under the impression that the icelink kit was just a bunch of cables???

2. Is the icelink generally compatible with the ipod nano or is it a specific icelink model that needs to be used?

Thanks a mil!

you can upgrade the firmware on the Icelink ! if you get the lead instead of the Dock will fit all I Pod inc Nano

[prism]

Originally Posted by X5 Sport

you can upgrade the firmware on the Icelink ! if you get the lead instead of the Dock will fit all I Pod inc Nano

Thanks but how do you go about to upgrading the firmware? Do you connect the icelink to a PC? I thought the icelink was just a bunch of cables???

[Tom G.]

Originally Posted by prism

Im also thinking of installing the icelink and have the following questions:

1. I have heard someone mention upgrading the firmware of the icelink? Was I dreaming because I was under the impression that the icelink kit was just a bunch of cables???

The ice>Link Plus consists of the following:

1 Trunk interdface harness
1 ice>Link Plus module
1 iPod dock connector

Originally Posted by prism

2. Is the icelink generally compatible with the ipod nano or is it a specific icelink model that needs to be used?

Thanks a mil!

Any iPod with a dock connector can be used. Also, the iPod is not "married" to the BMW so anyone's iPod can be used.