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07-24-2012, 02:57 PM | #1 |
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Ipod not working?
Hi I have a 08 328i e90 and it has aux and USB. when i try to use the USB with my IPOD and select ipod from the radio it keeps telling me to insert. anyone know about this issue?
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07-25-2012, 02:29 AM | #7 |
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There are 2 USB contacts (2012 model). 1 in armrest and 1 in the glovebox.
I used my regular IPhone cable and plugged it in in the armrest USB port. It works fine... Were did you put it in? |
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07-25-2012, 04:22 AM | #8 |
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I'm assuming the op's car being an 08 just has the AUX (1/8 inch) cable input in the centre storage section.
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Gotta use the armrest one.
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07-25-2012, 10:06 AM | #10 |
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+1. And you need the black BMW branded Y cable, not the apple white cable in your 2008.
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07-25-2012, 10:23 AM | #11 |
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ahhh ok i was using the cable that came with the ipod.... and yes I am using the one in the arm rest. any idea where i should get the cable or should i just go to the dealer.... I just checked ebay and saw a few but they were saying that its for systems with I-Drive
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07-25-2012, 04:01 PM | #14 |
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I cheaped out and bought one from Amazon. Charging is hit or miss so I agree with your statement to buy the original. Buy cheap, buy twice applied to me here.
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07-25-2012, 09:34 PM | #15 |
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It can work without the real cable, but it is better with it because it can load playlists onto the i-drive. Otherwise, you have to control the songs from the ipod which is too much of a hassle.
The cable is $70 at BMW, but $25 I believe on Amazon. |
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Also make sure that the connector is fully inserted into the iPod itself. Some cases prevent the dock connector from fully making contact. Beyond that, it could simply be a defective cable.
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I tried all of that with no success... I'm going to prob. just pick it up from bmw. I think this is the most I've paid for some rubber tubes with copper lol |
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I would still consider Amazon. Check reviews and purchase from Amazon direct, not a third party. Then if it doesn't work you can return it for a new one or your money back.
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