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ipod link to golf mkiv stereo

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  • 26-05-2006 11:48am
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    L5
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    I have the standard VW Beta stereo, which has a tape unit. What I need to know is, does this stereo have a cd changer connection at the back which would enable me to hook a ipod up to it somehow?

    Which brings me onto my next question, what cable would i need to run from an ipod to the aux in (cd changer) connection on the radio? I dont care about track listings displaying on the stereo, or being able to change the track from the stereo. I just want to be able to set a play list running on my ipod and have it play through the aux in connection.
    Finally is there anywhere that could do this cheaply for me if I supply the cable.

    Thanks


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    fletch
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    L5 wrote:
    from an ipod to the aux in (cd changer) connection on the radio?
    Kinda confused, what do you mean by this.....if you have an aux-in on your radio, its a simple job to just connect a standard 3.5mm plug from the ipod to the radio.


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    L5
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    fletch wrote:
    Kinda confused, what do you mean by this.....if you have an aux-in on your radio, its a simple job to just connect a standard 3.5mm plug from the ipod to the radio.

    I guess you answered my question, I didn't know about a 3.5mm plug!


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    crosstownk
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    I don't think a VW Beta has a 3.5mm input. It may not have CD changer control either. I know the VW Gamma stereo has CD changer control. To check see if you have a button marked CD in bottom left quadrant surrounding the TP/set button.

    In the photos below there is a diagram of the connections for left & right inputs - lower right of the diagram photo - you will most likely need to order a special cable for the job.

    EDIT : Probably the simplest way is to get one of those cassette adaptors that connect to your iPod.
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    FX Meister
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    Good place to ask about this kind of stuff
    http://www.uk-mkivs.net/forums/


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    L5
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    crosstownk wrote:
    I don't think a VW Beta has a 3.5mm input. It may not have CD changer control either. I know the VW Gamma stereo has CD changer control. To check see if you have a button marked CD in bottom left quadrant surrounding the TP/set button.

    In the photos below there is a diagram of the connections for left & right inputs - lower right of the diagram photo - you will most likely need to order a special cable for the job.

    EDIT : Probably the simplest way is to get one of those cassette adaptors that connect to your iPod.


    It has a button marked CD, I remember that from memory. Does this mean it has a 3.5mm input (is a aux in input the same thing?) sorry for the basic questions


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    Kermitt
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    The Beta head unit does have CD changer control, I have a VW 6 disc in dash hooked to mine, but the head unit can select discs aswell. I don't know how simple it would be to connect an iPod though, trying to get a compatible block could be tricky and whether the unit would accept the mac output or not is a good question


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    crosstownk
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    There is no 3.5mm AUX input on a Beta unit. The easiest and cheapest way is to get one of these > http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail~dpno~404158.asp or something similar. I think Dixons and other retailers sell these too.
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    L5
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    crosstownk wrote:
    There is no 3.5mm AUX input on a Beta unit. The easiest and cheapest way is to get one of these > http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail~dpno~404158.asp or something similar. I think Dixons and other retailers sell these too.

    yeah, i have one of them already, but would prefer cd quality sound. the cassette adaptors are only ok.


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    Kimbot
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    Best bet is a new head unit!!


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    crosstownk
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    L5 wrote:
    yeah, i have one of them already, but would prefer cd quality sound. the cassette adaptors are only ok.
    I agree.

    I've just looked at this > http://www.preisroboter.de/ergebnis1245568.html

    You might see something here but the stuff is a wee bit pricey imo. The site is in German but you'll get the idea.
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    Kimbot
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    I have a CD Head unit for sale with AUX in so it would be CD quality!! PM me if your interested!!


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    fletch
    Registered Users Posts: 7,401 ✭✭✭fletch


    jonny24ie wrote:
    I have a CD Head unit for sale with AUX in so it would be CD quality!! PM me if your interested!!
    Just make sure you buy a good quality cable too if you want good sound


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