Ipod Question

[drouke]

Has anyone hard wired thiers? If so what kind of wire would I need to go from the Ipod to the Aux interface?

[Brandon Fuller]

Done!

I installed the PAC device tonight successfully. It works perfectly. Great sound at all volumes with my iPod. OnStar, steering controls, etc. all work fine afterwards.

Read more at:
http://brandon.fuller.name/archives/...4/07/22.24.07/

[TouchdownTN]

What bit rate and format do you use to put tracks on your ipod. I have been using AAC format at near CD quality and through the Ipod ear buds it sounds as good as a cd. But when I hook up the Ipod to my home or h2 stereo it sounds terrible. The music has no seperation to it at all, it sounds muffeled and one dimensional. Looking for suggestions!

[HHummer]

Received AAI-GM24 from Logjam today. Hope to find time to install Wednesday. Can anyone advise the time to schedule for getting at the back of the radio/connections and replace the trim?

[TouchdownTN]

drouke,
I don't know much about other MP3 players. I just read on this board about members talking about their Ipods and that's what got me interested. The big selling point of the Ipod to me was the 40 GB hard drive. I have a collection of around 1500 CD's so the storage was a big factor for me! Thanks for keeping me updated!

[Zing]

Drouke, I look forward to hearing how the install goes and how easy it is to get at the back of the radio.

I've been researching which MP3 player to buy and it seems the iRiver HP-120 (now the H120)is the best out there. Better battery life than iPod and more features like FM radio (which I want for when not in the H2). Anyone try iRiver?

[HHummer]

FYI..
Just received notice from Logjam Electronics that the AAI-GM24 has shipped. Hopefully I will be able to install first part of the week.

[HHummer]

The PAC has been in a week now, and I absolutely love it. Using the steering wheel button to change from the radio to the cd to the aux1(xm radio) to the aux2(dvd player) is even better than I had hoped. I'll never listen to a commercial again. No problems of any kind. <''>

[HHummer]

Hannahman,
As per the reply of drouke, still waiting. Logjam seems to be very "on top of service" and I will reply as soon as I receive notic e. The March reference is gone from the pac-audio site, but no new date. As a temp, I am using a C.CRANE FM transmitter. It is a little over and inch thich and 3 inches square, runs on 2 AA batteries and includes an AC adapter. I purchased a 12volt trans/adapter at radio shack to use in the vehicle. After trying several cheap transmitters like the iRoc, etc. I found this to be the best. It does work very well with the exception of coming across a very strong fm station on the frequency you are using. Of course, the frequency is adjustable, but it is a pain to have to change while on the road. I have not found any XM radio, MP3, or other audio out that does not work with this unit, unlike many others that I have to get rid of. The aux audio input will be worth the wait.

[Hannahman]

HHummer,

Did you ever receive this part?

AAI-GM24 Auxiliary Audio Input for GM vehicles

Did it work with your Ipod? I am interested in this but want to make sure it works....

[HHummer]

Thanks for the info and headsup on the clips. I have taken many vehicles apart, but this is the first time into the H2 dash, so appreciate the advice. Had a long day today, but I am going to start this evening. I'll post after it is up and running.

[HHummer]

Zing,

Just ignore the open end wires. One is a power supply for an accessory item and the other is to control a non-factory radio. Your steering wheel control will rotate through the available items as in radio am, fm, cd, and your new aux 1 and aux 2 inputs. For your H2, just insert the plugs and plug your audio sources into the two stereo inputs and your ready to close it up. As mentioned, tape off the ends of the unused open ended wires. Before you close up the dash, match your volume for your aux. inputs to the existing radio and cd as best you can to minimize the difference when rotating through your sound sources. I found the Delphi XM output at maximum is still lower in volume than the radio and cd, so if you have the XM cranked up a bit and change source to the cd or radio, you blast yourself. My Ipod is similar.

[Zing]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by drouke:
TouchDown,

I'm installing this weekend. Finally got my PAC unit from LogJam yesterday, I'll let you know how it goes. By the way, does the IRiver have the same capacity as the Ipod? I have the 20 gig Ipod, I put pretty much put my whole cd collection (about 2000 songs) and still have over 10 gigs of space left. I have bought other mp3 players, a NIke one (crap) and a Philips one. The Ipod blows them away. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

The iRiver has a 20 gig and 40 gig model. I had it only for a few days, but it's amazing. Has FM and 16 hour battery life which are pluses for me over the iPod. Haven't tried an iPod so I can't truly compare.

[TouchdownTN]

Assuming everything goes smooth you should be at the back of the radio in 30-45 minutes. I am guessing that you have done this sort of thing before though if you are willing to tackle the job yourself. I hope the AAI-GM24 works but personally I hate the thoughts of taking the console apart again. Be careful when pulling the cupholders out of the console. The three clips came off very easy on mine and I had to get the dealer to replace one of the clips I lost. Please keep us updated!!!!

[Zing]

Phew, thanks guys that makes it much easier.

HH, great tip on adjusting the volume prior to closing everything up, thanks.

T, I ordered mine from logjam on Saturday and it arrived at my door in less than a week. I think it was $107 total with shipping. Might be quicker than waiting on your shop.

I'll get back to you on how it goes.

[HUMMERDOGG]

I bought and tried out the Belkin piece. Unfortunately, my experience isn't as good as KIDSZBOX. I hated it cuz my reception was best with the modulator pressed up against the center console by the A/C controls which I could only accomplish by actually holding it their with my right hand. I think I might have to pull out the ol' Velcro and start rigging something...

[Zing]

Just got the PAC AAI-GM24 in the mail today. It's not as easy as plugging in the back.

There are open ended wires coming out and something to do in order to hook up to the steering wheel controls that I don't understand. The instructions suck. What do you do with the loose wires?

[KIDZBOX]

Belkin makes a small (and cheap) RF device that you plug into the IPOD then tune your radio to one of several stations. Clarity's good as long as you are close to the vehicle antenna. I put mine in the cup holder and it works fine.

[Klaus]

Good news for you IPod guys:

http://www.chevyavalanchefanclub.com...threadid=24830

[TouchdownTN]

Zing, The two wires are only for use when hooking up the unit to the steering wheel controler adapter as you mentioned. I believe it is called a SWI-X or something to that effect. According to what I have read is that your iRiver or other device needs to be able to use a IR remote before the steering wheel controls will work. I think that the SWI-X component is around $100 not exactly sure. I do know that if you aren't using this piece PAC says to tape the ends of these wires in order to prevent a short and then just plug the harnesses in their respective plugs. Hope this helps! I'm still waiting to get my AAI-GM24. The shop I'm planning on using is having trouble getting the part it.