iPod Integration?

[SlikM]

Anyone know if there is an iPod integration kit for the M Coupe so i can use it with my navi?

Dealer said no but thought i'd ask on here to see if anyone found a way

thanks

[reRESERVEDFX]

DICE is your best option I guess...

[thekurgan]

BMW also offers a module and it runs to the glove box. I've got it and aside from not seeing the playlist artist, it works sweet and is very reliable.

[reRESERVEDFX]

Yeah but that's just a 90 dollar part that lets u play iPod. I think this guy wants full on interface.

[SlikM]

yeh i would like to be able to control the ipod throught the OEM BMW navi screen if possible

[nmulax]

Dice is good, but from what I've heard Intravee II is the best system if you have the factory navigation. I need order one and get it installed before Mfest.

[andrewj7]

After a lot of research I'm about to order an Intravee II with the Alpine unit for my Z4 Coupe with Nav. It just looks like the integration is done a lot better.

[izzy]

Originally Posted by thekurgan

BMW also offers a module and it runs to the glove box. I've got it and aside from not seeing the playlist artist, it works sweet and is very reliable.

So when u use the bmw ipod connection the artist name or album title is not displayed?

I use MP3 cds and it displays the artist, track name and cd title.

[thekurgan]

Originally Posted by izzy

So when u use the bmw ipod connection the artist name or album title is not displayed?

I use MP3 cds and it displays the artist, track name and cd title.

That's correct, you get the track name/id, but no tag information. You name your playlists with BMW[1...5] and those match the 1-5 buttons on the unit. Seems lame compared to the DICE, but the dealer threw it in free so I took it. I keep the clock showing on the unit most of the time so it's no big deal and I tend to memorize my tracks. I can see the value of having the tag information though.

[Ron Stygar]

Originally Posted by izzy

So when u use the bmw ipod connection the artist name or album title is not displayed?

I use MP3 cds and it displays the artist, track name and cd title.

BMW ipod kit works for me with the NAV.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...highlight=ipod

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...9&postcount=27

[Barryb97]

I've got the Itravee II and the Alpine adapter and I it works great. I did my install much like Bill Webb's. http://www.billswebspace.com/bmwmc.htm

[BimmerZ408]

Originally Posted by Ron Stygar

BMW ipod kit works for me with the NAV.

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...highlight=ipod

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...9&postcount=27

+1 Works for me as well, and also displays the artist, song and track #.

To OP - good luck with whatever you decide to go with.

[RCNet]

I also have the BMW ipod kit and I'm very happy with it.

I was seriously considering the Intravee for a long while, but finally decided on the BMW ipod kit after Ron had posted his experience with it in the above threads. While it isn't as capable as the Intravee, it did everything I wanted and was hundreds of dollars cheaper.

What had attracted me to the Intravee initially was the potential to add more things to the system in the future such as HD radio since it is really just a bridge between the I-BUS and Alpine AiNet components. If you want more information on the Intravee they have a pretty active forum on the developer's website http://www.intravention.co.uk

[nmulax]

Originally Posted by RCNet

I was seriously considering the Intravee for a long while, but finally decided on the BMW ipod kit after Ron had posted his experience with it in the above threads. While it isn't as capable as the Intravee, it did everything I wanted and was hundreds of dollars cheaper.

How much is the BMW kit?
The Intravee II is $250, and the Alpine module you need is an extra $100. $350 isn't bad.

[O-cha]

It's not Ipod integration, but FYI we have an aux in, I didn't even know till I was under there installing gauges. It's right above the ashtray area, on the negative slanting part of the dash.

Only time you would ever see it is with your head on the floor.

[RCNet]

Originally Posted by nmulax

How much is the BMW kit?
The Intravee II is $250, and the Alpine module you need is an extra $100. $350 isn't bad.

No, $350 isn't bad at all. I think I just paid more than that for adding the iPod & USB adaptor option to my wife's new 535.

The BMW iPod GEN3 kit for the Z4 (65 11 0 035 961) retails at $185, but you can find it cheaper online. It's $138.75 here: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=214760

[RCNet]

Originally Posted by O-cha

It's not Ipod integration, but FYI we have an aux in, I didn't even know till I was under there installing gauges. It's right above the ashtray area, on the negative slanting part of the dash.

I think that was added with the MY07 cars. My MY06 coupe doesn't have it.

[Z4Kevo]

Originally Posted by O-cha

It's not Ipod integration, but FYI we have an aux in, I didn't even know till I was under there installing gauges. It's right above the ashtray area, on the negative slanting part of the dash.

Only time you would ever see it is with your head on the floor.

I have a Samsung P2 touch screen player and wanted to hook it up to the AUX in...so I made a three axis bracket for it...I did some touch up to the finish that you can see in the brightness of the flash, but in normal lighting it looks very clean. Here are some pics...







Rotated screen for watchin videos...


The P2s product packaging was really cool in that it was an injection molded plastic snap-in style container...I carefully cut it out to use as a frame to hold the player...you can unhook the plug and pop it out...very secure when attached.

[pvr]

Intravee connection in my M:



With this on the screen: