For 6fl - Save your $$$$ - don't buy Ipod there's a better way!!!

bluemax · 09-02-2007, 01:21 AM

Can't seem to source the iLuv adaptor anywhere in the UK

Anyone in the UK have an alternative?

thanks
Bren

G33 · 09-02-2007, 04:56 PM

what if i store all my albums folder by folder, can i brokwse by album name alphabetically?

i take it playlists cant be stored then like an ipod?

USCTrojan4Life · 09-03-2007, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by G33

what if i store all my albums folder by folder, can i brokwse by album name alphabetically?

i take it playlists cant be stored then like an ipod?

yes, you can sort through albums alphbetically just like in an ipod.

AndreTheGeek · 09-03-2007, 02:08 PM

I can confirm that changing the jumper on the drive doesn't help it to work on my 6FL.

gloster · 09-03-2007, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by G33

what if i store all my albums folder by folder, can i brokwse by album name alphabetically?

i take it playlists cant be stored then like an ipod?

actually, it does support playlists on a thumbdrive/harddrive. Almost all music programs other than iTunes use a standard format for playlists. Just go into one, e.g. Windows Media Player or Creative's program, and make playlists. Transfer those along with your music files to your thumbdrive/harddrive.

100mph · 09-03-2007, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by G33

what if i store all my albums folder by folder, can i brokwse by album name alphabetically?

i take it playlists cant be stored then like an ipod?

Yes you can, 6FL sorts by your id3tags and if the album info is in the tag, regardless of how you sort you music into folders it will show you albums alphabetically under the Albums 'directory'.

And playlists just need to be in M3U format and 6FL will find them and set them up under the playlists directory.

drwtsn32 · 09-03-2007, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by AndreTheGeek

I can confirm that changing the jumper on the drive doesn't help it to work on my 6FL.

Bummer. Was this with a WD Passport?

soph1aa · 09-04-2007, 02:00 AM

I didn't read every pages of the posts, but a easy quick alt is to just use a usb flash drive, the ones that are on the keychain kinds. just stick one of those in and works like a charm. quick and organized.

drwtsn32 · 09-04-2007, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by soph1aa

I didn't read every pages of the posts, but a easy quick alt is to just use a usb flash drive ...

Yeah, we know..but we're looking for gobs of storage! I am using a 16GB flash drive right now but I'd rather carry my entire MP3 library so I don't have to pick and choose what to put on the drive.

AndreTheGeek · 09-04-2007, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by drwtsn32

Bummer. Was this with a WD Passport?

Yes, the Passport 120GB.

I have previously also tried a 2GB Microdrive in a card reader. It would not work, while a 2GB CF card in the same reader did work. My 6FL just doesn't like spinning disks.

G33 · 09-05-2007, 07:32 AM

ok hows this. what if my 6fl cant power it up via a single usb as this comes with a double usb splitter cable

http://www.seagate.com/www/en-us/pro.../freeagent_go/

drwtsn32 · 09-05-2007, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by G33

ok hows this. what if my 6fl cant power it up via a single usb as this comes with a double usb splitter cable

Yeah we were discussing this above. You'll need a car USB power adapter to convert the power tap to a USB power plug in the arm rest, but it should provide enough current to spin up the drive. I purchased a splitter cable and the adapter for my Passport drive. Just waiting for it to come in...

Pyranha · 09-05-2007, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by drwtsn32

Yeah we were discussing this above. You'll need a car USB power adapter to convert the power tap to a USB power plug in the arm rest, but it should provide enough current to spin up the drive. I purchased a splitter cable and the adapter for my Passport drive. Just waiting for it to come in...

I had the same problem as drwtsn32 and was able to resolve it by using an I/O Magic drive that spins at 4200 RPM. If you don't want the clutter associated with using a DC adapter and a dual power (Y) USB cable, then give a lower speed USB drive a try. Here's the link to the exact product I have:

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/I-O-M...oductDetail.do

-C

dinkoh · 09-05-2007, 10:09 AM

Does the iLuv car adaptor fit inside the armrest box?

drwtsn32 · 09-05-2007, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Pyranha

I had the same problem as drwtsn32 and was able to resolve it by using an I/O Magic drive that spins at 4200 RPM.

Actually I ordered a 4200rpm drive (diff brand) a day or two after ordering the power cable and USB Y-cable. Found an 80GB drive on Amazon for $59. I'm hoping the 4200rpm will work for me as I don't really want the clutter, but if the drive doesn't work at least I can use the WD Passport.

100mph · 09-05-2007, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by dinkoh

Does the iLuv car adaptor fit inside the armrest box?

From looking at the picture and estimating the size based on the USB plug I'd say it will fit nicely. I have a monster car adapter for my Razr that is similarly shaped, perhaps a little 'shorter' but there was still lots of head room.

I'm sure others will report once they get theirs but I don't see a problem.

dinkoh · 09-05-2007, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by drwtsn32

Actually I ordered a 4200rpm drive (diff brand) a day or two after ordering the power cable and USB Y-cable. Found an 80GB drive on Amazon for $59. I'm hoping the 4200rpm will work for me as I don't really want the clutter, but if the drive doesn't work at least I can use the WD Passport.

what brand?

drwtsn32 · 09-05-2007, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by dinkoh

what brand?

Iomega.. here's a link:

http://www.amazon.com/Iomega-33222-P...9022534&sr=8-1

I should get this tomorrow and will report if it works for me.

drwtsn32 · 09-05-2007, 03:06 PM

BTW, Amazon's site does not say the drive is 4200rpm, but Iomega's site confirms it:

Link

G33 · 09-05-2007, 04:14 PM

so getting another source of power via the cigarette lighter using an adapter to USB will guarantee to fire up any 2.5 inch portable drive?! im thinking of going for the new western D 250gb as thats gonna fit all of my music on which is the whole point of going the hard drive route really!

100mph · 09-05-2007, 04:39 PM

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Originally Posted by G33

so getting another source of power via the cigarette lighter using an adapter to USB will guarantee to fire up any 2.5 inch portable drive?! im thinking of going for the new western D 250gb as thats gonna fit all of my music on which is the whole point of going the hard drive route really!

That's the theory but I'm not sure anyone has had the parts delivered yet to know for sure... I'm sure there will be updates soon but don't see any reason why this wouldn't work.

asdflkijd · 09-05-2007, 05:10 PM

dont blame bmw when your fuse is one day blown

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