NAV TV Vehicledock ...
 

... anybody install and/or have any experience with this? Why would the BMW dealer installed IPOD adaptor be preffered over this?

This allows for Video as well on the IPOD into the I Drive screen. BMW adaptor obviously does not. And, with the interface (like the 56 CAN) it can be controlled thru the I-drive and steering wheel controls.

Thoughts/experiences?

Thanks.

WOW - I would really, really like to hear about this "nav hack" is this is possible. We just ordered a 35d and didn't have tech package but I would do this if this is possible.

See:

NAV-TV Corporation: VehicleDock

Also, on that page you can download the manual for more info.

If you also purchase an additional interface (like the BMW56CAN, which I picked up from TVNAv2GO here:

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(tho you can also purchase it thru NAV-TV). This interface will allow for comtrol thru I-Drive and steering wheel buttons.