Ipod connection to Renault CD headunit? Got changer...2002 172

[Jackson172]

Got 2002 172

standard cd head unit, is there any way to connect an ipod? e.g. left/right phono input (aux)

I also have Renault Apline 6cd changer, kinda hoped it had the red/white L and R phono plugs ... but no joy, just a renault connector

any advice?

 

[Jackson172]

One thing I have come accross...

the cd changer is Alpine, so does the renault standard cd head unit have the correct Alpine cd changer output to suit these:

http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/images/shop/medium/alpine/kca235b.jpg

http://www.caraudiodirect.co.uk/images/b_auxalpainet.jpg

??

 

[Zwitta]

There is a chance that your head unit might be using AI-Net for its connection to the CD Changer, if it is then you can use an Alpine KCA-420i as a connector. If it fits then it can be used to control your iPod from the Head Unit as I do with my Alpine head unit, and I cannot fault it for various reasons eg. Head Unit Control of the iPod, increased audio quality due to the connection being made through the proprietary iPod dock connector on the bottom, and it charges the iPod whenever your head unit is on.

Hope this helps.

Mike

 

[Jackson172]

Sorry to go on guys, just found the pic of the rear of the Renault CD headunit -

although the changer is made by Alpine, there is no Alpine connector for the above adaptors...just silly renault changer plug

http://i20.ebayimg.com/02/i/05/8a/79/66_1_b.JPG

 

[Mondial172]

There is an Itrip but tbh they aren't very good

 

[Jackson172]

Well, i saw a glimmer of hope for nice stereo sound ... but no joy!

looks like ill use me iTrip and buy a bloody TuneDok cup holder...holder! cheers all

 

[BRUCE182]

If your going to fit the I-pod do you need the changer,get a dension kit fitted and just leave the changer in for when selling.

 

[Rufstuf]

You can buy an FM modulator thingy that plugs into your ciggy lighter socket, and your ipod is broadcast through an FM channel on your head unit. Dont know if they are any good though.