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Aux Line In Suggestion (for MP3 & XM?)

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by Arroyo, Mar 18, 2004.

  1. Arroyo

    Arroyo Member

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    This is courtesy of Nate from the Prius-2G Yahoo site/daily email exchange. It seems like it should work for both MP3 and XM radio (the latter hooked up to an XM receiver):

    From: "naterprius" <[email protected]>
    Subject: Aux Line In idea (for MP3 player)

    Okay, so I think this will work, but don't have a Prius of my own to
    try it on. I am extremely confident this will work for non-NAV
    Priuses and those without the extra 6-CD changer in the pocket below:

    I have used these two parts on an 2004 Sienna and it works well:

    Combine this part number:

    08695-00370

    See it here (not my site):

    http://www.rocoto.com/siennamods/08695_00370.jpg

    (Buy it at your dealership or online).

    Combine it with this part (again, no affiliation):

    http://shop.store.yahoo.com/logjam/pietoyaux.html

    and a cable similar to this one:

    http://store3.yimg.com/I/trianglecables-si...e_1780_15935686

    and you've got yourself a line in!

    How to use it? On the Sienna, you push the "DISC" button on the
    radio or the "Mode" button on the Steering Wheel. If you push it
    once, it says "CD" and goes to the real CD Player and starts
    playing. If you push it again, it says "CD1" and now accepts the
    line in!

    Why do I think this will work on the Prius? The adapter is the same
    part number as the Prius CD changer adapter, that means that
    the "protocol" (pinouts, voltages, communication signals) is likely
    the SAME as other Toyota Stereos/ CD Changers.

    -I suspect that is will NOT work with NAV installed.
    -I don't own a Prius yet, so I can't try it myself.

    I'm hoping someone will try this setup and report back to the group.

    Good luck. I make no promises, as I have not yet tried this myself.

    Nate
     
    #1 Arroyo, Mar 18, 2004
  2. naterprius

    naterprius Senior Member

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    Hey Arroyo! I'm over here too! This forum is exceptional. There are two MUCH BETTER, fully integrated solutions I found from posters on this group. These make mine look like a hack!

    http://www.coastaletech.com/xm_radio_in_prius.htm

    http://www.coastaletech.com/radio.htm

    http://www.coastaletech.com/

    and, specifically for ipod, this one controls the ipod through the steering wheel:

    <http://densionusa.com/merchant/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=I_TOYOTA_ATYS001MK2&Category_Code=IA>

    Happy motoring!

    Nate
     
    #2 naterprius, Mar 18, 2004
  3. coondognd

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    Thanks guys, these are some great posts.

    Does anyone know what's special about the iPod that lets it understand the commands issued from the steering wheel controls?

    Are there any other MP3 players that accept these commands (even if there isn't a kit for it yet)? I'm trying to steer away from using an iPod, but it seems I might not have a choice if I want to use the steering wheel controls.

    Thanks,
    Kevin
     
    #3 coondognd, Mar 18, 2004
  4. naterprius

    naterprius Senior Member

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    Yes, the icelink connects to the ipod's remote control connector. Not magic, but still pretty cool.

    Nate
     
    #4 naterprius, Mar 18, 2004
  5. Jon

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    Don't forget PriusXM:

    www.priusxm.com

    We're working on an AUX-IN module as well, but it's not ready yet. It will work with the XM installed.


    -Jon
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    www.priusxm.com
     
    #5 Jon, Mar 30, 2004
  6. bookrats

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    Wow! Looks very nice!

    Just to check: can the XM be installed if your Prius doesn't come with the DVD navigator system?
     
    #6 bookrats, Mar 30, 2004
  7. Jon

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    Yes.

    The PriusXM kit can be installed in ANY 2004 Prius as delivered from the factory.

    If you have added something to the car at the dealer, like a floor-mounted CD changer, you might not be able to add PriusXM...

    Ultimately, 99.99% of them can take the kit.

    -Jon

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    www.priusxm.com
     
    #7 Jon, Mar 30, 2004
  8. petteri

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    Will the AUX-IN unit go into the cubby below the radio or will it just be a simple plug that can be installed anywhere? The MINI Cooper's AUX-IN is located in the glove box. Will the AUX-IN be selectable from the touch screen? Thanks!
     
    #8 petteri, Mar 30, 2004
  9. Jon

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    I don't want to give too much detail on the AUX-in just now as it is a few weeks (maybe even 2 months) off from being ready for release.

    It will work through the XM screen - meaning you will put the radio in XM mode before being able to listen to the AUX device.

    We have plans to recommend putting the jacks under the dash, but you will be able to mount the jacks wherever you wish. They will be very inconspicuous and the plan is to leave your cubby alone.

    I will post details all over the place when they are available.

    -Jon

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    www.priusxm.com
     
    #9 Jon, Mar 30, 2004
  10. petteri

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    Thanks for the info! That sounds like a nice set-up you guys are working on. I'd like to get SIRIUS integrated with the Prius, but if the best I can do is the AUX-IN method I'll be happy.
     
    #10 petteri, Mar 30, 2004
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