Well, it might not be as siginificant of a mod compared to what some of you guys are doing but I'm psyched none the less. After learning all I needed to know from this forum and from http://carstereohelp.com/stereoremovalAcuraTL.htm I was ready to tackle this simple mod. Another big help were a few schematic-like images of the center console (in a disassembled state) that someone posted here.

All I can say is that if any of you are still messing with FM modulators or cassette adapters, take the plunge and find out what your ears have been missing! The Blitzsafe adapter made me fully appreciate my iPod again and the lack of ugly wires is truly a blessing.

And oh, I ran the audio cable down under the center console and into the arm-rest compartment. I drilled a hole under the 12V outlet and snaked it in through there. While a 3 foot cable would reach, I recommend using a 6 footer - this will give your iPod (or whatever) more mobility. Also, any excess can be pushed back through the hole. Good luck!

- Deep Blue

2000 TL
Blitzsafe + iPod *new!*
...
perhaps more mods to come...

 

I also installed a Blitzsafe adapter this weekend, and I too am very happy with the results. I'm using the Belkin power adapter for my 3rd gen iPod. It neatly integrates audio and power in the single connector which plugs into the bottom of the iPod, then routes the audio to the Blitzsafe. Currently I have the iPod in the upper compartment of the armrest, but I plan on getting one of these when they are released later this month. It should fit neatly in one of the cup holders.

-djsteve

 

I did the exact same thing, and just got one of the Belkin TuneDok's. The large cup of the TuneDok fits well in the back cup holder.

 

how much did you guys pay for the blitzsafe adapter? and where did you get it?

 

I got mine from logjam electronics for $76.90 shipped.

http://shop.store.yahoo.com/logjam/

 

how did you get that price? On there site it says $99.99. Is there a way to get them to reduce the price and have it shipped for $76.99.

 

http://store.yahoo.com/logjam/blitzhonauxdmxv1.html

is the one I bought. 69.95 + shipping.

 

Thanks. That makes sense. I looking for one thats 99.95 for alpine cd changer interface.

 

Thanks for the info Deep Blue! I just installed the Blitzsafe for use with my Nomad Zen on my '99 TL with Navi. It works great. I ran the audio cable into the center console and use the 12V connector there to power the Zen. This is a much better solution than using a tape adapter or FM transmitter. I highly recommend this to everyone. The radio removal was a little time consuming, but very easy to do with the webpage Deep Blue provided.

Now I just need to install one on my wife's new '04 MDX

 

So are you guys keeping your ipod in your center console? I would think that it would be a pain to keep opening it up and selecting new albums or songs. Maybe I am confused. Has anyone mounted the ipod on the dashboard or stereo area yet?

 

I actually bought one of those Belkin TuneDok's, so it fits in the cup holder of my center consoles.

It works OK - it's not perfectly stable in there, but that's only really a problem when I take the iPod in and out. Even then, it's not that bad.

When it's in there, it looks like a real clean set up. If, however, you live in a high-crime area, and you're leaving your iPod in your car, this might not be the best option because it's always exposed.

 

call me a noob, but whats the blitzsafe adapter do?

 

There are different varieties, but the one being discussed in this thread connects to your factory stereo's CD changer inputs and provides 2 RCA jacks, to which you can connect any kind of auxiliary audio device.

 

You can also drill a small hole next to the cig lighter plug and put a 1/8" jack there. That way, you can take a standard audio cable and plug it into the 1/8" jack, and then into the iPod. It makes for a very clean install, because you don't have any wires that you have to push back in when you aren't using them.

If you do this, be careful of two things:
1) Get a jack that has a very low profile. If it sticks out too far, you won't be able to fully close the door that covers the cig lighter and the change drawer.
2) Be careful when drilling. Its hard plastic and I went too fast when I did mine. It cracked, although not badly.

David

 

Anyone have any pics after install, wondering witch spot is better.

 

 

a couple of ?'s first, do all factory tl radios have a cd changer input in the back of the radio? and second is white the only color the ipods come in?

 

I'm pretty sure that all TL's have them. There are different adapters for different model years.

Yes, white is the only color for iPods.

 

Yes, but different model years require different adapters. Blitzsafe has adapters to fit all 96-04 TL's.

Yes, but your options of iPod sleeves, jackets, skins, or what-have-you are nearly endless. Any color or pattern you can imagine is available.

-djsteve

 

thanks for the info. are ipods pc compatible?

 

Yes, all iPods are PC compatible. The original and 2nd generation iPods (buttons around scroll wheel) require your PC to have a firewire card (~$29), but newer 3rd generation iPods support USB 2.0 as well (although the USB cable is not included and goes for around $19).

-djsteve

 

Yep. That's what I use.

 

where is a good place to get ipod accessories?

 

Best Buy, Circuit City, or perhaps...

type iPod into Google?

Apple.com, etc.

 

Hello does anyone have a copy or a link...thanks