[AUX in] Using my iPod in my new Civic

[Goose]

I am new to this forum......and female.....and not a young techie.
Could someone give me an idiots guide as to what I need to do/buy to play my iPod ....
Or guide me to where I could find this info?
Thanks in advance...

[alanwalne]

Which Ipod do you have?

I only ask this because I am having a few issues with my Honda Ipod connector and a 5th Gen classic (30gb video model).

[MattyB]

Search is your friend... from the ICE wiki:

Originally Posted by FWH

Does the Civic has an AUX in, for connecting an mp3 player or similar?

No.

There is a Honda ipod adapter, which most people feel is expensive and limited in it´s functionality.
There are several aftermarket solutions:
Connecting an MP3 player - Civinfo Wiki

See also:
Various MP3/iPod/iPod Touch Input Solution Diagrams

They do not however show and id3 data on the in car screen.

You can of course also use an FM transmitter, although this does have limitations with regard to sound quality.
How To: install a radio transmitter for MP3 players

Good luck!
Matt
who used to live a few miles away from you in sunny Oakham!

PS - I am installing my Connects2 box this w/e, and will post any feedback I have to one of the Connects2 threads afterwards.

[andyp]

the easiest and cheapest solution is an fm transmitter, yes I know the sound quallity isn't brilliant, but it is easier than ripping the dashboard appart

[avboothroyd]

Originally Posted by alanwalne

Which Ipod do you have?

I only ask this because I am having a few issues with my Honda Ipod connector and a 5th Gen classic (30gb video model).

Do you have the Honda ipod kit installed?

I have the 5th gen 30gb ipod and had no troubles, except of course for the poor interface and lack of control

[Unknownsoldier]

Originally Posted by andyp

the easiest and cheapest solution is an fm transmitter, yes I know the sound quallity isn't brilliant, but it is easier than ripping the dashboard appart

I agree, curry's has three on offer for around 20 quid, my mum uses hers fine, and it's far cheaper than the Honda solution

Tom

[alanwalne]

Originally Posted by avboothroyd

Do you have the Honda ipod kit installed?

I have the 5th gen 30gb ipod and had no troubles, except of course for the poor interface and lack of control

Yes I have the Honda interface

[Selwoc]

I also have the 5th gen 30gb iPod with Honda interface and had no troubles.

[alanwalne]

I've had my ipod replaced by apple because of the problem, but it is still doing it. Perhaps I'll have to speak to my Dealer...

[Robbieee]

Sorry to complicate matters but you need to know that an FM transmitter is not very good quality. And if you live in a congested city like london FM transmitters are useless....

If i were you, i would go to your nearest dealer and ask for the ipod link. They will have all the information you need there also.

[Bupps]

If you live near Hertfordshire, there is a great car audio dealer (Impulse 01923 23135 who can give you a link which will charge and control the iPod from your radio.

[Bupps]

Originally Posted by Bupps

If you live near Hertfordshire, there is a great car audio dealer (Impulse 01923 23135 who can give you a link which will charge and control the iPod from your radio.

correct number is 01923 231 358

[shieldy2k7]

Hello,
I am having a similar problem, I can't do anything too expensive, or a load of changes, due to it being a motability car, Is the easiest option just to go and buy an "i-ride" (FM tuner). i see £200 for the honda one a bit too expensive too,
Thanks for any help