RX-8 Factory iPod adapter....finally!
10-26-2006 | 05:28 AM
#52
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ipod thingy
i just had my 2004 built rx8 fitted with the ipod adapter though the glove box, only i paid essendon mazda to fit it, and its sensational. in fact i was sooo happy with how well it worked in the car i went out and bought a 30 gig ipod and then had some new 19" alloys fitted 
Rik
10-26-2006 | 06:13 AM
#53
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Originally Posted by Rix Red8
i just had my 2004 built rx8 fitted with the ipod adapter though the glove box, only i paid essendon mazda to fit it, and its sensational. in fact i was sooo happy with how well it worked in the car i went out and bought a 30 gig ipod and then had some new 19" alloys fitted Rik
You will have to come along to the next get together and show us!
What about some pics of the wheels in the mean time!
10-27-2006 | 09:30 AM
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IPod adapter
Hi Guys,
I pickup a new 250HP 185KW RX8 in Japan this week with the optional 25000 Yen IPOD adapter.
Its works OK but no song data on the screen just file number and track number like a CD.
I saw this with the Japanese nav but since I'm a aussie in Tokyo the Japanese NAV was not a option for me. But the IPOD with the BOSE option sound bloody good.
Cheers,
Garry
I pickup a new 250HP 185KW RX8 in Japan this week with the optional 25000 Yen IPOD adapter.
Its works OK but no song data on the screen just file number and track number like a CD.
I saw this with the Japanese nav but since I'm a aussie in Tokyo the Japanese NAV was not a option for me. But the IPOD with the BOSE option sound bloody good.
Cheers,
Garry
10-28-2006 | 07:16 AM
#56
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Originally Posted by RXVIII
Hey Rik,
You will have to come along to the next get together and show us!
What about some pics of the wheels in the mean time!
You will have to come along to the next get together and show us!
What about some pics of the wheels in the mean time!
11-04-2006 | 05:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Gomez
This will make timbo happy......
From the Mazda Australia website:
Cheers,
Gomez.
From the Mazda Australia website:
Cheers,
Gomez.
seems a little steep for me! iTunes is crapola but this is just daylight robbery!
11-04-2006 | 05:38 AM
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Originally Posted by timbo
..er...did car radios have FM band tuners back then??
the hassles we are having trying to get the bloody thing registered are driving us to despair!
11-05-2006 | 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by nugsdad
The sound through the Bose system is very good but it is almost impossible to know what song is coming up next.
11-07-2006 | 01:05 AM
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Sorry, I read through this whole thread ... but from what y'all are saying the Mazda unit doesn't allow you to see what track is playing on the dashboard, but does allow you to change tracks using the steering wheel controls?
If that's the case ... I'm not too fussed, I may just go in and buy it if it's only a few hundred!
If that's the case ... I'm not too fussed, I may just go in and buy it if it's only a few hundred!
11-07-2006 | 07:11 AM
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Originally Posted by nugsdad
It was part of my 40000km service but I think it was just over $300 installed.
Timbo I am beginning to hate iTunes....getting feedback now...
I will have to investigate some more I think with the other dealers here!
11-07-2006 | 05:23 PM
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I just got a quote for the unit (not including installation) from Mazda NZ, and they wanted:
Switching Box: NZ$257
IPOD Adaptor Cable: $255
For a total of $578 Kiwis.
That's outrageous! I laughed at them and told them they weren't going to sell many of them.
I'm assuming you need the cable as this will be a special plug that goes into the back of the box.
So I guess I'll have to track down a third party solution or go the FM transmitter route (sadly).
Switching Box: NZ$257
IPOD Adaptor Cable: $255
For a total of $578 Kiwis.
That's outrageous! I laughed at them and told them they weren't going to sell many of them.
I'm assuming you need the cable as this will be a special plug that goes into the back of the box.
So I guess I'll have to track down a third party solution or go the FM transmitter route (sadly).
11-07-2006 | 05:55 PM
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$255 for a CABLE!! You were right to tell 'em they're dreamin'! I'd suggest it is probably only one of a number of USB shapes, with the iPod connector at the other end. $50 max, surely
Might be worth someone having a chat to Darrin Ray at Gosford Mazda
Might be worth someone having a chat to Darrin Ray at Gosford Mazda
12-09-2006 | 12:47 AM
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I looked on the mazda site and it quoted $266 plus fitting.....
I have come to the conclusion that Apple iPOD = $$$ wherever I turn I have to get another accessory to listen to the damn thing......am I a sucker or what.....
I have come to the conclusion that Apple iPOD = $$$ wherever I turn I have to get another accessory to listen to the damn thing......am I a sucker or what.....
12-14-2006 | 02:37 AM
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Originally Posted by WhiteRain
Surprised nobody here is using the Dension IceLink...
Took the guy all of about 20 minutes to install the thing for me. It gives me the option of using factory controls or ipod controls, has awesome sound quality, allows a dash mount option or glove box storage and charges the ipod as well.
Seems far superior to whatever it is Mazda is offering, as the ipod controls are invaluable for finding things. Steering wheel is only used to skip tracks and change volume.
Took the guy all of about 20 minutes to install the thing for me. It gives me the option of using factory controls or ipod controls, has awesome sound quality, allows a dash mount option or glove box storage and charges the ipod as well.
Seems far superior to whatever it is Mazda is offering, as the ipod controls are invaluable for finding things. Steering wheel is only used to skip tracks and change volume.
check out my dreaded iPod thread with pictures and videos on the audio section of the forum.
argh, what da heck, for those of you who doesn't use search, here is the link
https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...highlight=ipod
12-20-2006 | 03:42 AM
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Nice setup playa. You did yours almost exactly like mine.
The only difference is that I continued running my wire into the center console box just past the drink holders. It gave me a good storage spot without getting in the way of my drink holders (I used plastic 3M clips to run the wire along the edge). Also kept my wire long enough so that anyone in my car can hold the ipod on their lap and play DJ.
Still a highly recommended product for anyone who values a reliable and functional connection to their music.
The only difference is that I continued running my wire into the center console box just past the drink holders. It gave me a good storage spot without getting in the way of my drink holders (I used plastic 3M clips to run the wire along the edge). Also kept my wire long enough so that anyone in my car can hold the ipod on their lap and play DJ.
Still a highly recommended product for anyone who values a reliable and functional connection to their music.
12-22-2006 | 08:02 AM
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For those who haven't seen the Mazda site for the OEM Ipod connection, here is the link
http://www.mazda.com.au/accessories_...eSize=7&page=5
$266 for the unit
http://www.mazda.com.au/accessories_...eSize=7&page=5
$266 for the unit