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i have this alpine head unit w/ AI-net (03 model)

http://iweb.alpine-usa.com:7777/pls/...y=20&p_main=10


from my understand....all i need this box.

http://iweb.alpine-usa.com:7777/pls/...y=45&p_main=10

and an ipod....i can play ipod through my head unit?
just double checking. can someone tell that this will work?

 
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I remember hearing either the iPod box or the sirius box only worked on 04+ Alpine HU's, double check with an Alpine dealer or e-mail them to make sure.

 
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yea i was thinking the same thing too....none of the websites say anything about 03 models.

 
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The I-Pod adaptor only works on 04 & 05 model headunits.

 
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yeah....but you u could use the Ai net cable input if you wanted to...dont know how the quality will sound....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...749836342&rd=1

 
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I use the Ai-Net input cable to feed XM through that same head unit. It was way cheaper than the direct tuner assembly. The sound quality is perfectly fine. Just remember to enable the AUX mode in the head unit if it isn't already.

 
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hmm interesting....so w/ this cable i DON'T need that alpine box thingy.

but where do i plug the red/white ends in?

 
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get an adapter at radio shack or something that goes from mini-jack to RCA...I use my 2nd gen iPod with my 9835 with that Ai-Net RCA adapter cause my iPod doesnt work with the tuner box

 
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for listening only - meaning you won't "see" or control the iPod from the the hu - all you will need is the Ai-Net cable and an RCA to 3.5mm conversion cable to connect to the iPod.

The module provides charging and the ability to control the iPod from the HU - As Alpine indicates, only newer decks support it.

 
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I have the cda-9811, and am using the Ai-Net cable as I've described.

 
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sweet thx coop and everyone....that was very clear.

1 last question.....i have asystem....can i still adjust the x-cross, bass,ect,ect, u know mess around w/ the features that my alpine has.

 
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there are two things you'll need to do - enable the auxiliary input from the function menu on the hu (it's disabled by default) and then make sure the bypass switch underside the deck is turned off (I think...can't remember the setting) so that it knows to use your amps. Once that's done it responds just like any other source.

 
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mounting it is your last concern - what year/style is your 'vic?

 
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coupe/03.

mounting??? mount what?

 
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i have the whole set up in my car... IM me and i can explain

 
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you have to figure out where to PUT the ipod itself. My '01 has crappy space management. I originally had it inside the square tray below the emergency brake, but the cable management didn't work well for the iPod remote. I ended up buying a radio shack $10.00 cell phone mounting kit that I bolted down. This lets me position it so that I can see it while driving and gives it a secure place to sit.

 
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Here's a couple nice iPod mounts for those interested....

http://www.hzemall.com/installs_misc...pod/jaguar.htm

http://www.hzemall.com/installs_misc/vw_ipod/vw.htm

 
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interesting ideas - but you lose access to HVAC controls.

 
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O i c...yea mounting it...ummmm haven't gotten to that part yet.ill worry about that later

ummmm does it worth guys? spending 300$ on it.....i already have mp3 on my alpine

coop do u have any pix of ur set up?

 
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here's my iPod mounted

 
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nice nice!! hehehe i see a cable stickin out hehehe *silly me*

im gonna think about it a lil more. b4 dumping 300$ into it....but thx for everything

 
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what you're seeing is that I have both a JVC Sirius Tuner and an iPod. With only on AUX input, I have to share the connection between the two. The black wire you see tucks into the side of the console shroud, it's the RCA to 3.5mm conversion cable.

YES there are ways of generating multiple AUX inputs with newer Alpine decks but the costs mount......

I have the iPod remote coiled around the base for touch controls that are easier to feel than the iPod itself...