QUESTION: Is this reliable? 2004-2008 ACURA TL DIRECT IPOD INPUT+ AUX - LEVEL #4
11-26-2008, 07:52 AM
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not much going on here..i think its just a waiting game now
The cable should be available 1Q2009 or by April 2009. It is not just the cable that needs to be made it is the extended ipod cable (20ft) as well. I did get with my boss and he says that the cables are going to be made as it was tested in other Acura vehicles with NAV Traffic. 
11-26-2008, 05:24 PM
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My iPod Classic 160 does not have the same luck. The classic has close to no functionality. Seems to be a bug in the module. I spoke to peripheral and it seems to be happening with some other vehicle harnesses also. I am waiting for a fix. Some reasons for this could be due to the number of songs, I have close to 22,000 on my classic.
11-28-2008, 11:18 PM
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Any info on the new harness for the 07/08 Navtraffic? I just bought an 08 with Nav and read the whole thread lol. I was hoping by the time I got to the end there would be a fairytale ending.
11-30-2008, 04:47 PM
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Anyone know if this will work in an 07 MDX?
I just traded in my 08 TL-S for an 07 MDX TECH/ENT. I assumed that there was an AUX jack...but apparently they removed the AUX jack from the ENT packs for some reason, maybe they couldnt handle all the inputs.
In anycase i have to hook my IPOD up someway and im looking for the best option.
Thanks,
I just traded in my 08 TL-S for an 07 MDX TECH/ENT. I assumed that there was an AUX jack...but apparently they removed the AUX jack from the ENT packs for some reason, maybe they couldnt handle all the inputs.
In anycase i have to hook my IPOD up someway and im looking for the best option.
Thanks,
12-04-2008, 02:41 PM
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12-04-2008, 11:32 PM
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https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-94/i-058-just-installed-peripheral-electronics-isimple-ipod-adapter-review-install-tips-697728/
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-audio-bluetooth-electronics-navigation-94/i-058-playa4reals-peripheral-pxamg-install-3g-type-s-698771/
Plus you'll learn more about your car and have a greater appreciation for it this way.
12-05-2008, 01:05 PM
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^ playa - do you know what the specific model # of the new cable you used is? I know it is not available yet but I am trying to get the hookup somewhere else. My husband is buddues with a guy that owns a car audio shop and they are an authorized peripheral dealer... maybe he can get me one or two...or a few for us aziners... 
12-05-2008, 03:53 PM
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^ playa - do you know what the specific model # of the new cable you used is? I know it is not available yet but I am trying to get the hookup somewhere else. My husband is buddues with a guy that owns a car audio shop and they are an authorized peripheral dealer... maybe he can get me one or two...or a few for us aziners...
12-05-2008, 04:30 PM
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Carrie & Lindsay.. (From Peripheral's post on 11/15)
We should recieve the updated cables by the end of the month. This is something that we are sending out free of charge if you already have our module!
We already have a vendor and samples. Thanks for the offer. The cable should be available 1Q2009 or by April 2009. It is not just the cable that needs to be made it is the extended ipod cable (20ft) as well. I did get with my boss and he says that the cables are going to be made as it was tested in other Acura vehicles with NAV Traffic.
The part number for the harness is PGHHD2 but will not be available for some time.
We already have a vendor and samples. Thanks for the offer. The cable should be available 1Q2009 or by April 2009. It is not just the cable that needs to be made it is the extended ipod cable (20ft) as well. I did get with my boss and he says that the cables are going to be made as it was tested in other Acura vehicles with NAV Traffic.
The part number for the harness is PGHHD2 but will not be available for some time.
12-06-2008, 01:06 AM
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Thanks for the information everyone, i have been looking at the USA Spec and the peripheral system for myself. Just curious though, i just purchased a 05 TL w/navi no xm, and the dealership mentioned that they have the I-link for the ipod available for the car. Does anyone know about that unit? I was thinking of getting the peripheral unit until the dealership mentioned the i-link to me and now i am torn between getting something factory or aftermarket. Any help would be appreciated.
12-06-2008, 07:44 AM
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Thanks for the information everyone, i have been looking at the USA Spec and the peripheral system for myself. Just curious though, i just purchased a 05 TL w/navi no xm, and the dealership mentioned that they have the I-link for the ipod available for the car. Does anyone know about that unit? I was thinking of getting the peripheral unit until the dealership mentioned the i-link to me and now i am torn between getting something factory or aftermarket. Any help would be appreciated.
12-06-2008, 11:54 AM
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It is the ipod link, and the Acura dealership that i purchased the car from still carries it along with some others that i have called. They said it would work but the information will not come up on the screen because i do not have the xm button. Do you know if the reason they are selling the unit is because they came out with a newer model? or is this the same old one that isn't good so i should buy the peripheral system?
12-06-2008, 05:38 PM
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Just had the Peripheral ISimple unit installed. Everything seems to work fine except it doesn't pause the IPod when using the HFL. Any advice on what the problem may be. Any advice is appreciated.
A minor point of clarification is that the song titles and artist names do not scroll.
Peripheral, any help to get the HFL pause working? Otherwise the unit sounds and works great. The controls from the radio aren't as confusing as some people say.
I have an '06 TL with nav.
A minor point of clarification is that the song titles and artist names do not scroll.
Peripheral, any help to get the HFL pause working? Otherwise the unit sounds and works great. The controls from the radio aren't as confusing as some people say.
I have an '06 TL with nav.
12-07-2008, 04:49 AM
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Just had the Peripheral ISimple unit installed. Everything seems to work fine except it doesn't pause the IPod when using the HFL. Any advice on what the problem may be. Any advice is appreciated.
A minor point of clarification is that the song titles and artist names do not scroll.
Peripheral, any help to get the HFL pause working? Otherwise the unit sounds and works great. The controls from the radio aren't as confusing as some people say.
I have an '06 TL with nav.
A minor point of clarification is that the song titles and artist names do not scroll.
Peripheral, any help to get the HFL pause working? Otherwise the unit sounds and works great. The controls from the radio aren't as confusing as some people say.
I have an '06 TL with nav.
What volume do you have to turn your volume knob to in order to best appreciate the music? I find that with the peripheral ipod, I have to have the volume at at least 20 oftentimes... with FM, XM, or CD, 10-15 is more than enough...
12-07-2008, 10:19 AM
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PeterUbers, I've only had it for a day so keep that in mind. I find that the volume can change depending on the CD, but I usually have it around 15 (at freeway speeds). If I'm around town it is usually lower. The sound quality is way better than the tape adapter I was using previously. I do notice though, if I toggle between the radio and IPod the volume goes up when I go to the radio. Does yours pause when you use the HFL?
12-07-2008, 02:56 PM
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PeterUbers, I've only had it for a day so keep that in mind. I find that the volume can change depending on the CD, but I usually have it around 15 (at freeway speeds). If I'm around town it is usually lower. The sound quality is way better than the tape adapter I was using previously. I do notice though, if I toggle between the radio and IPod the volume goes up when I go to the radio. Does yours pause when you use the HFL?
I notice that with newer iTunes songs the audio is louder .. i think it just depends on how the mp3 (.acc) was compressed and at what volume it was compressed.
12-08-2008, 02:42 AM
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No, mine does not pause with HFL. Compared to the tape adaptor, your Peripheral is true digital audio transport to the Acura headunit.. you can't get better audio input than this, I promise, so I'm sure you're lovin' the difference in audio quality.
I notice that with newer iTunes songs the audio is louder .. i think it just depends on how the mp3 (.acc) was compressed and at what volume it was compressed.
I notice that with newer iTunes songs the audio is louder .. i think it just depends on how the mp3 (.acc) was compressed and at what volume it was compressed.
Yeah it depends on the mp3, some of my mp3s are louder than others. Thats just the mp3 though because its the same if I play them on my computer or ipod or what not. Not a fault of the peripheral. The sound quality on the peripheral is top notch I am loving mine.
12-08-2008, 01:55 PM
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Anyone know if this will work in an 07 MDX?
I just traded in my 08 TL-S for an 07 MDX TECH/ENT. I assumed that there was an AUX jack...but apparently they removed the AUX jack from the ENT packs for some reason, maybe they couldnt handle all the inputs.
In anycase i have to hook my IPOD up someway and im looking for the best option.
Thanks,
I just traded in my 08 TL-S for an 07 MDX TECH/ENT. I assumed that there was an AUX jack...but apparently they removed the AUX jack from the ENT packs for some reason, maybe they couldnt handle all the inputs.
In anycase i have to hook my IPOD up someway and im looking for the best option.
Thanks,
12-08-2008, 01:59 PM
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Thank you, we all appreciate your support!
12-08-2008, 02:06 PM
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I have the module (Best Buy's iSimple version) for about 6 month already. It works great in AUX1 mode with iPod Classic 160G and iPhone 3G (no charging on iPhone 3G, but this is known thing). However the module does not see iPod when in IPOD mode. It simply says "IPOD NOT CONNECTED". I have 04 TL with NAVI; no XM traffic. The problem exists both with iPod classic and with iPhone 3G (so it should not be the iPod issue).
I tried basic troubleshooting steps i am aware of (reset iPod, disconnect module from vehicle for 10 minutes to reset the module, update f/w to version .26, make sure cables are connected firmly). However it still does not work in IPOD mode. This is second unit (replaced one with BB) - same issue on both units.
Does anybody have the same issue? Any cure?
Thanks to all!
I tried basic troubleshooting steps i am aware of (reset iPod, disconnect module from vehicle for 10 minutes to reset the module, update f/w to version .26, make sure cables are connected firmly). However it still does not work in IPOD mode. This is second unit (replaced one with BB) - same issue on both units.
Does anybody have the same issue? Any cure?
Thanks to all!
12-08-2008, 04:45 PM
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Yes, the cable is connected to correct input; verified this. There is no text in AUX1 mode (this is expected); iPod Classic charges fine; iPhone 3G does not charge (expected; known limitation).
12-09-2008, 03:03 PM
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iPhone (3G), when connected, says about not being able to charge (that is known, not a problem).
12-10-2008, 11:37 AM
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AUX1/AUX2 depending on where you connected your cable will allow you to control the ipod from the ipod, but as a result, will not allow you to see any text on the HU. in IPOD mode, you will see text, but not be able to control the ipod from the ipod itself.
avlcat - try flipping dipswitch 2 in the ON position and try that solved the problem in my car. you'll have to reset the module before it will take effect.
avlcat - try flipping dipswitch 2 in the ON position and try that solved the problem in my car. you'll have to reset the module before it will take effect.
12-11-2008, 08:41 PM
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Does the Peripheral PXAMG PGHHD1 work on a 2005 acura tl with navi(canadian model)? I emaild the company and he said he couldn't comment because he is not familiar with canadian models.
12-15-2008, 08:50 AM
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WOW, this whole time I've been dreamin bout something like this for my 04 NAV, am gunna install this this week for sure. Will probably pick one up at BestBuy. I kept going back & forth with the whole USA/other one.
NOW if I could ONLY find such a solid solution for the video input. HINT HINT MR. PERIPHERAL!
NOW if I could ONLY find such a solid solution for the video input. HINT HINT MR. PERIPHERAL!