I have seen that a few members have a custom iPod connection installed. Can anyone give me some info on the process? Where do they put the connection? How about cost and sound quality? Any advice or precautions?

I currently have an FM transmitter but the sound quality is average at best. Any help, advice, photos, etc. would be much appreciated. Thanks!!!

Idaho 04 Limited Auto
Gray/Cedar
Clearbra

 

There's a thread somewhere around here with my setup.

I recommend an aftermarket headunit with AUX input, it's the only way you'll get good sq.

 

Here are my thoughts:

A. Stock Crossfire head unit, in order of sound quality
1. FM Modulator, hooks up inline with atenna lead
Quality: near CD but not as loud, Cost: < $75.00, Installation: Intermediate
2. FM Transmitter, many to choose from, plugs into cigar lighter
Quality: near FM broadcast to ****-poor, Cost: $10.00 - $50.00, Installation: Idiot proof
It has been discussed at great length's that the Crossfire head unit has all the connections in the back, it does not have the internal components to use those connections.

B. Replacement head unit
1. Direct connect to Aux-in, might incur additional cost if an adapter is required
Quality - CD level, Cost - $200.00 - $4,000.00, Installation: Moderate

"I'll take option C.", "Option C? There is no option C", "There's always an option C"
?? what movie ??

Anyhow...
C. Retrofit a Becker Monza MP3 head unit
1. Direct connect via Aux-in, Cost: around $750.00, Installation: Expert

 

anyone where can i get a front lip like the srt-6 has even though i have just got a coupe???

 

movie i believe is the rundown...

 

Yes! good job....

 

I purchased a Dension ice>link Plus from www.neocaraudio.com. You have to purchase the one for the Mercedes SLK. Their item number is 12220. Cost $449.00

2004 Red Coupe Autostick

 

So, far I'm very happy with my Alpine CDA 9831 with interface KCA 420i. I can control my iPod from my Alpine head unit.

 

wow. he's right. i called dension before and they told me no way, but here is the press release.

http://www.dension.com/news.php?newsid=10

nice fine jb4674

 

Interesting... have you installed it yet? This would be very cool for those that have not replaced / upgraded the OEM head unit.

Keep us posted.

 

How about taping into wires from radio OUT to Amp with some RCA female connector Left/Right individually, the connecting male RCA connector to mini headphone wire to connect to IPOD, then just place hadunit in mute to play IPOD????