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go with the iSimple. The hardest part is probably updating the firmware. do not let someone charge you 50 dollars to install the whole thing for you. I can install it in less than 5 minutes (minus updating the firmware).
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Be warned, the iSimple (PXMAG) has bugs. Search the Audio and Video section for an explanation of each bug.
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The bugs are only regarding the firmware. Once that is updated to the proper firmware you're fine. I have it in my car and know of plenty others who got it and had no issue. Others who had the issues were fixed with the firmware update.
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^^ Yes the problems are all fixed through firmware updates. Although for the problem with text display near the clock, it seems like the firmware is a "special" firmware because peripheral sent me the fix and it's no where found on the site. Maybe it's incorporated with the latest firmware? I wouldn't know because I only have the "fix" firmware and it's working perfectly for me so no need to update to the latest.
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So to clarify - they sent you a special release that is different from the one available on the web site? Do you happen to know what the version number is? .36e is the one available on the site.
Can anyone confirm the .36e version on the site fixes the issue with the text display?
...i guess i will have to find out myself after work..
Can anyone confirm the .36e version on the site fixes the issue with the text display?
...i guess i will have to find out myself after work..
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So to clarify - they sent you a special release that is different from the one available on the web site? Do you happen to know what the version number is? .36e is the one available on the site.
Can anyone confirm the .36e version on the site fixes the issue with the text display?
...i guess i will have to find out myself after work..
Can anyone confirm the .36e version on the site fixes the issue with the text display?
...i guess i will have to find out myself after work..
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Not sure of the actual update itself. I bought mine from Circuit City when they were closing down so got it BNIB for 90 bucks. It had the updated firmware I suppose since it was plug and play and done in like 5 mins. You can just connect it and see if it works, if not then just call up the company and tell them your issue and they should inform you of what needs to be done.
I kept all my tabs in the off position though, straight out of the box. I know some ppl changed them to on and off for whatever reason and had issues and then changed them to off and it worked fine. Just incase you're thinking of changing it I wouldn't unless it didn't work at first.
I kept all my tabs in the off position though, straight out of the box. I know some ppl changed them to on and off for whatever reason and had issues and then changed them to off and it worked fine. Just incase you're thinking of changing it I wouldn't unless it didn't work at first.
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version .36e available on the website includes all the updates. I just did a file compare to the one that was specially sent out to mdkxtreme and the files are identical. Good to know.
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hey racecar, i noticed in your sig that you have the isimple connected to a 3g iphone? did you have to have any special cable connected to the gateway?
I know for a fact that the USASpec had problems with latest generation iphones and ipods which required different cables and such.
I know for a fact that the USASpec had problems with latest generation iphones and ipods which required different cables and such.
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is this what you guys bought?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
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is this what you guys bought?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
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is this what you guys bought?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
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hey racecar, i noticed in your sig that you have the isimple connected to a 3g iphone? did you have to have any special cable connected to the gateway?
I know for a fact that the USASpec had problems with latest generation iphones and ipods which required different cables and such.
I know for a fact that the USASpec had problems with latest generation iphones and ipods which required different cables and such.
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Well i tried version .36e on the way home tonight....They ALMOST got it right. The old version used to say IPOD next to the category. Now it just has 3 dashes --- Not really a big deal, but there is no display now that signifies that the music is coming from the ipod.
Has anyone else noticed this?
Has anyone else noticed this?
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Well i tried version .36e on the way home tonight....They ALMOST got it right. The old version used to say IPOD next to the category. Now it just has 3 dashes --- Not really a big deal, but there is no display now that signifies that the music is coming from the ipod.
Has anyone else noticed this?
Has anyone else noticed this?
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One of my gripes, was the XM loading issue, which they have fixed, along with cycling though all the modes to get the unit working again.
However, in the older firmware on the main screen it used to say
Category: IPOD
Now it just says: ---
However, in the older firmware on the main screen it used to say
Category: IPOD
Now it just says: ---
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I have mine on an 08 non-navi and have had none of those issues. It says "IPOD" and then "no ipod connected" if I haven't put it in when I take it out, but once connected it says "ipod connected" and shows the text and everything. Might jsut be the diff since you have navi.
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OK I have the same problem too so it's not your unit. I guess this isn't even the slightest bother to me because I didn't even notice IPOD showing up next to category in the first place. All I cared about was the artist and song title.
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I'm not surprised though, the testing the software team does over at Peripheral Electronics must be half ass*d At least they fixed the cycling of mode when you start the car.
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Dont mean to hijack the thread but i was going to ask a similar question..
I just want to be able to plug in rca plugs into my 2005 tsx.
Will this work? If not does anyone know what I need and
where I can get it..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Acura...8591QQtcZphoto
I just want to be able to plug in rca plugs into my 2005 tsx.
Will this work? If not does anyone know what I need and
where I can get it..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Acura...8591QQtcZphoto
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Dont mean to hijack the thread but i was going to ask a similar question..
I just want to be able to plug in rca plugs into my 2005 tsx.
Will this work? If not does anyone know what I need and
where I can get it..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Acura...8591QQtcZphoto
I just want to be able to plug in rca plugs into my 2005 tsx.
Will this work? If not does anyone know what I need and
where I can get it..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Acura...8591QQtcZphoto
I would get the iSimple over that. For 70 bucks all you're getting is that and it's not compatible with models that have XM. Also the plug in, I only see one port so that would be to the radio I imagine, where does the input from the car go then? The iSimple has two, one for the unit to radio and then car to unit. Not sure exactly how that unit would plug up and it looks cheap. I would look elsewhere since the iSimple comes with both the connection for an ipod and the RCA input jacks as an add on comes with it too. You don't need to go with the iSimple, sure there are other units out there for probably cheaper than 70 bucks that does the same exact thing.
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UPDATE - after 2 weeks of use with the new software installed, the isimple is still plagued with bugs. The cycling of all the modes still has to be done to reset the device so the audio screen can be displayed.
I'm convinced, the isimple is NOT worth the $
I'm convinced, the isimple is NOT worth the $
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^^^Maybe you have a defective unit... I have one of the 1st units they produced in my vehicle, and have also installed the unit in more than a few friends' TSXs --- they've had no issues. I'd drop Peripheral CS an email. They've been great to deal with in my personal experience.
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What cycling problems are you having? Describe it and I'll try to duplicate the problem with my system and see if it's just your unit.
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I would get the iSimple over that. For 70 bucks all you're getting is that and it's not compatible with models that have XM. Also the plug in, I only see one port so that would be to the radio I imagine, where does the input from the car go then? The iSimple has two, one for the unit to radio and then car to unit. Not sure exactly how that unit would plug up and it looks cheap. I would look elsewhere since the iSimple comes with both the connection for an ipod and the RCA input jacks as an add on comes with it too. You don't need to go with the iSimple, sure there are other units out there for probably cheaper than 70 bucks that does the same exact thing.
Ok, Thanks for the reply. I just wanted some rca because I was going to pair it up with a bluetooth receiver so I can use my mp3 player wirelessly. I think I'll go with the I simple. Thanks again..
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Yea man that RCA unit looks bad. Because after you plug that unit in, there will be another plug left hanging from your car. I don't think you will be able to control your Ipod through your steering wheel with that one. Just completely stay away from that one.
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I use the dice cradle with some periferal device Unclad hooked me up with. Seems to work pretty well. The sound is so much better than going through the soundgate aux 3 that i've been using. No sound level decrease. I'm still getting use to using it.
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Every time I start the car -
1. The upper display is blank
2. Once the nag screen is displayed and I select Audio to display the Audio screen is flashes for 1 second and then right back to the nag screen
3. If I cycle all the stereo modes on my steering wheel, and wait for about three seconds, the top display shows the artist, or XM channel(depending what it was last set to)
4. Now I can select audio and the audio screen will display.
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I highly recomment the Parrot MKI9200 from Amazon here:
http://www.amazon.com/Parrot-MKi9200...5140965&sr=8-1.
I bought it and had it professionally installed. Not only does it give you the hard wire for your ipod but it also gives you bluetooth technology and the ability to install xm radio if you don't already have it.
I have an 04 TSX with navigation but no XM radio. The Parrot MKI9200 allowed me to have both XM Radio and iPod Integration. It also allows me to have bluetooth where calls come through the speakers. After I purchased the parrot I bought a bluetooth transmitter ($39.99) for my iPod so that I can use the iPod in the car without any wires.
http://www.amazon.com/Parrot-MKi9200...5140965&sr=8-1.
I bought it and had it professionally installed. Not only does it give you the hard wire for your ipod but it also gives you bluetooth technology and the ability to install xm radio if you don't already have it.
I have an 04 TSX with navigation but no XM radio. The Parrot MKI9200 allowed me to have both XM Radio and iPod Integration. It also allows me to have bluetooth where calls come through the speakers. After I purchased the parrot I bought a bluetooth transmitter ($39.99) for my iPod so that I can use the iPod in the car without any wires.
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is this what you guys bought?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
http://www.amazon.com/Peripheral-PXA...2248345&sr=8-1
how hards the install?
Just purchased an 2006 TSX, and when reading the above link to Amazon, it says not compatible to "Premium Audio System".
Mine says "Premium Sound System" on the face and I have Navi.
Will it still work?
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Yes... I personally use it on the "Premium Sound System" in my '05 nav, and I have installed it in my friend's '07 nav. Just ensure you have the latest firmware, and there should be no issues...
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The box at best buy will also say something like not compatible with nav or premium sound system. Just ignore those and update the firmware before you install it to your ipod/iphone
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I also use USA spec iPod adapter for my 06 TSX w/ Navi. I use it for my 1st gen iPod touch and iPhone 3GS. The adaptor charges and plays both devices with no problems.
http://www.usaspec.com/
I usually keep it in direct mode so I can select song/album from the iPod and then use the steering wheel to change the track. Downside is the song info is not displayed on Navi system.
I wasn’t too crazy about playlist mode because it blanks out the iPod/iPhone and you can only control from the steering wheel. Upside is song info is displayed on Navi system.
If they just make an adaptor that duplicates the iPod/iPhone screen on the Navi system.