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saw this ipod adapter that plugs into the cd changer port on the back of our oem HU decks that allows the user to change tracks with the cd changer controls on our stock decks or still use the ipod controls.

http://www.mp3yourcar.com/whatisit.html

http://www.mp3yourcar.com/viewdiagram.html

have any of you had any experience with it. it looks hella cool. i'd rather get one of these over a cd changer.

 
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That is kinda what this site is
http://www.ben-johnson.org/blog/inde...&more=1#more37
I am going to be putting in my iPod in my car soon. But I have an aftermarket deck, with AUX inputs so its gonna be super easy for me to do. To get the best sound out of your iPod is to encode the MP3's higher, and to have a direct connection into the headunit. I read reviews of people using their iTrips, and other FM modulator's, and they have not sounded the greatest. The only problem I see with this is the cost. Its a little spendy. If you need some more help, check out what some people have done over on www.ipodlounge.com

 
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http://www.mp3yourcar.com/viewdiagram.html

yea, this setup i posted - The adapter includes a 11.5' (3.5M) cable that plugs directly into your iPod. The other side of this cable plugs into the CD changer port on the back of your car stereo – there is no FM modulation.

thanks for posting your link. the DIY pics are awesome man.

 
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does all decks including aftermarket ones have cd changer port? <-- noob question
Is there a easier way to plug ipod into an aftermarket deck?

 
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yea..there a few aftermarket decks that have the jack right on the outside of the faceplate that you can plug the ipod into. i believe panasonic makes one, but i'm sure there are a few other manufacturers that have ipod friendly features. check the ipod lounge link in this thread. there should be more reference on this there.

 
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That isnt my set up. That link was floating around here and saved it. The original post was from here.
http://www.7thgencivic.com/forums/sh...highlight=ipod
Search iPod in the ICE forum, and there are alot of people's suggestion. Having the iPod in my car will free my car up of 120-150 CD"s
Edit: or add even something like this. http://www.pac-audio.com/auxbox/

 
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yea, that's why i'm leaning toward the ipod too. i don't want a crap load of cds sliding around or fumbling for them in transit. ipod is just more logical in the long run to me.

 
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I recently got the Neo Ion installed in my 2004 Civic EX. It's a little pricey, but definitely worth it for me. I ran the wire to the center armrest, so I can keep the iPod hidden when I want, but bring it out if I want to change playlists or navigate to a specific song. I can also control the power and skip via the stock HU. The only thing that I'm disappointed in is that I can't play/pause via the HU. I'll be happy to answer questions about the set-up. I also had a PAC adapter in an Accord, but that didn't allow control via HU.

 
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right on parkov. good to hear that you are mostly happy with the neo. that is probably going to be one of my first upgrades for the stock system along with pricing ipods on pricegrabber and ebay. fun stuff. too many toys to buy

 
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I'm still waiting for the units that can recharge and that will display the song info on the HU to come out. Alpine has theirs out, but so will Pioneer soon as well.

 
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A nice deal I found on ipod lounge. I was thinking of picking on up for him, but might not.
http://www.ipodlounge.com/forums/sho...threadid=52455

 
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well this neo adapter unit i posted does recharge your ipod while its connected and allows you to use either the ipod controls or the controls on your stock HU.

 
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i'm inbetween jobs, but that will be one of my next upgrades to the sound system after i tint the windows. good find man. i'll be happy with a lower capacity ipod like a 20 gb or less because it will still hold more music than a 6 disc cd changer. fun stuff.

 
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i got this for my Accord

http://www.densionusa.com/x/index.ph...=375&Itemid=79

 
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very cool product. i just bookmarked it. i like that cradle it comes with.

 
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My JVC HU has a jack on the faceplate for 3.5mm connectivity but it looks sloppy and it doesn't let you use the HU controls for control of the iPod.

Does anyone know of an adapter or cradle that would allow full control over the iPod via HU controls (with the exception of turning if on and off)?

 
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There's four setups that allow you to control your iPod with the HU controls that I'm aware of:

Dension Ice-Link $219
http://www.densionusa.com/x/index.ph...=375&Itemid=79
Comes with a dock.

Neo iON $189
http://mp3yourcar.com/

PAC AuxPod $175
http://www.audiowarehouse.peachhost...._PRaux-pod.htm

Alpine KCA-420i $100
http://www.alpine-usa.com/products/l...h_kca-420i.htm
This one requires an Alpint Ai-net head unit, but can display track information from it. I hear that the interface is cumbersome, though.

There are also aux-in adapters that should run about $70 which will allow you to connect the iPod to the HU, but you'd have to control it with the iPod. This isn't that bad of a solution, just Shuffle Songs and go. I had this set up in my previous car, but I prefer the convenience of the HU controls in my new one.

 
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I have the Alpine KCA-420i and i love it. Sounds great. The interface does take awhile to get used to but once you do get used to it, its easy.