plee9

I recently purchased an Ipod video and I am now looking to install ipod connection to my tsx.

My question is, should I get Ipod Input Adapters or Aftermarket stereo decks with iPod control?

They seem to cost about the same and I was wondering what everyone thought and why?

Thanks in advance.

mav3556

Try out the Neo car audio adapter.
http://www.neocaraudio.com/

PJS

Save a bundle and look at the XcarLink unit, as seen on ebay.
No idea if it's available other than on there though.

Switch

www.usaspec.com Works great in my '04.

http://www.crutchfield.com/S-c3If9iL...2&i=581PA11H2Y

muncher

hey mav, if you want, i can sell you a new AVT ipod integration kit for cheap...

jswim99

No! Don't do Neo. They just rebrand other companies adapters and sell them for more money. Try www.diceelectronics.com.

PJS

XcarLink link

jswim99

That looks pretty sketchy...

PJS

In what respect?
A few of the Honda Accord Owners Club (www.thaoc.co.uk) have bought and installed the USB version, one has the iPod unit (installing in soon), and the general consensus is it's a cracking unit - especially for the money.
I'd been holding off for the Neo, but after contacting the seller about the XcarLink, I'm more than happy with the way it'll operate in conjunction with the Navi and steering wheel controls.

My major concern about all of them was the way in which it would integrate as well as operate.
A recent spell with a VW Golf with factory iPod integration left a lot to be desired - namely the iPod set to randomise track order, but the Golf would always change that to linear mode, so 1-5 was the first 5 playlists, and 6 was the whole library but not randomly.

So, due to the responses I got from the seller, I'm going to be grabbing the XcarLink and at long last, be able to use my iPod in the car.
Just thought I'd let others this side of the pond know there's an alternative to what's already known about and discussed to death.

HoRRo

+1 for the USASpec module, great integration.

sonnyg80

A/V Section buddy - https://acurazine.com/forums/audio-video-electronics-navigation-22/




Do a search, there's a lot of talk of ipod connectivity for the TSX

fish008

USASpec is what you want.

plee9

So. yeah. i just bought a USA-Spec on eBay. I hope the installation goes smooth. it seems like the big step is to remove that middle storage bin. from what i've seen on that video clip by Neo Ipod, already there is a hole for the ipod cable to run through on top of the bin. is this true?

wish me luck guys thanks.

Endless-Whitetsx

+1 I got it recently and its really good.. no loss in quality either..

jmathew34

+1 for usaspec as well, it works well with my iPod and iPhone

fish008

I hope you ordered the PA11-HON2Y (USASpec's website says it works only for the 2005-2007 but it works great for my 2004). The install is not bad, atleast on the TL, and on the TL there is already a hole is that top center bin that is really easy to put the plug through. All that can be done by just removing the panels from in front of and to the right of the drivers knees. Hope the install goes well.

jswim99

Well, the hole is actually for an LED. I guess you could remove the LED, but I just drilled a hole in the top face of the bin for my DICE unit cable to pass through. Other than that, easiest install ever.

Switch

I ran the cable out the bottom of the console to the passenger side floor. I have enough cable to set the iPod on the passenger seat or put it in the cup holder when I actually have a passenger.

FuriousGeorge83

is this something that I can pick up at a store or just buy online?

VTECMAN

+1 for USASpec.

swp

+1 usaspec

Mazinga829

I saw the USA Spec will work with Iphone. But my question is that do I need to turn on the airplane mode? Let me know.
Thanks.

shmork53

I have an Iphone and the USA SPEC. It all works great, you don't need to activate airplane mode, it works with it on or off.

cober319

I heard dice electronics is pretty good. havent done it myself but check out the website http://www.diceelectronics.com/ you can never have too many options

wickedk24

Dice FTW

Roci

I'm also going to get a USA spec, but I have a question, Will you still be able to use the CD changer?

CiViCKiDD

isimple at best buy works pretty awesome...you don't lose anything.

JayRoam

yes. i got mine from crutchfield. well worth the price.

MrChad

ditto I have this in our 04, this might be one of the easiest I've installed yet. Just remove the Not-an-ashtray section under the larger cubby door pocket section. On the base of the radio is the plug you need install. Very easy.

unit works great, not quite as good as the OEM Uconnect in my factory Dodge Charger system but pretty darn close.

miner

I am ordering an iSimple - allows text display on nav screen. 'Bout time someone came up with a unit like this.

bbbuzzy

The isimple adapter mentioned by others seems decent but the way I read the product description suggests it requires a satellite radio equipped car. The '04 TSX did not have Sat radio.

bluefang08

I have an 04 non navi and this works flawlessly

CraZydudE

are the USAspec linked ipods controllable from steering wheel controls?

HI OFECR

Dice FTW !

fish008

Yes

R.Tosh

I'm looking at getting the USAspec controller, but can you still control the ipod after its connected? or does it lock up so you need to control it with the deck/ steering wheel?

I've only got a Monster adaptor that sends the ipod signal through the radio, but I'm getting alot of feedback for some reason on every station I try.

camelboy129

USASPEC +1

i got a level four adapter from www.acuraipod.com

it was $130 but it came with everything i needed for install, it took about an hour to plug and play and it worked perfectly the first time.

It charges my ipod, turns off the ipod 60 mins after the engine turns off to conserve battery, lets me control the music through my ipod, but still track fwd and backward via headunit and steering wheel controls.

It is really an awesome product. I have a 04 MT w/Nav w/o satellite

-RW

JayRoam

yes, what camelboy said. just remember to set the switches in the correct order according to the manual. There's only 2 switches. I think I've got it in Hybrid mode where I can use both steering wheel controls and ipod controls.

dlee74

Was this easy to install? It looks like you have to remove the radio.

rmjames007

Here are 2 questions
Does the USA Spec display ipod information on the headunit of the car?

Do you have to create special playlists for the USA Spec to work? Thanks