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Old Jun 14, 2007 | 05:14 PM
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PIE adapter alternative: AUX2CAR ?

I just found something interesting:

http://www.autotoys.com/x/cust/product.php?productid=8421


Looks like another AUX adapter like the PIE one. I thought that the PIE adapter was the only one for '05-06 Mustangs, but this one says it will work for them as well.

Anybody here have one? Does it work better than the PIE adapter?
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Old Jul 11, 2007 | 05:24 PM
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I just installed this in my car.
Installed easily.....no need to hook up a 12v. So no battery drain issue to worry about.
Once it was plugged in and my Zune was turned on, it recognized the Aux imput and was playing
The only problem was with the length of time it took for me to receive my order from AutoToys..... almost 3 weeks from the time I placed my order.
Other than that I would highly recomend this product.
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Old Jul 11, 2007 | 09:27 PM
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has their been any issues like the Pie where sometimes it drops the signal, and also can you add other RCA connections, i want to connect my Zune and my sirius radio
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Old Jul 12, 2007 | 07:10 PM
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I havent experienced any drop off of the signal.
I would imagine you could use a y adaptor to the rca connector to have more than one source.
I found this switch that might do what your looking for.......
http://www.autotoys.com/x/cust/produ...productid=4541
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 09:48 AM
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how was the installation procedure? any wire splicing, or is it completely plug&play?
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by mfo33
how was the installation procedure? any wire splicing, or is it completely plug&play?
Completely plug &play.....very easy installation.
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Old Jul 16, 2007 | 07:02 PM
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Does this unit give you control through the factory radio or by using the mp3 player itself?
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by S197 V6
Does this unit give you control through the factory radio or by using the mp3 player itself?
No it lets you input directly into the head unit instead of a FM modulator.
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by jahnnee5
No it lets you input directly into the head unit instead of a FM modulator.
Sorry, I think i worded that question weird. What i meant was how do you actually select a song to play, by using the ipod or the factory radio controls?
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Old Jul 17, 2007 | 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by S197 V6
Sorry, I think i worded that question weird. What i meant was how do you actually select a song to play, by using the ipod or the factory radio controls?
No.... the adapter that I am using you would make your selctions using the ipod itself. There is an adaptor that claims to be able to let you control your ipod through the factory Ford radio.....

http://www.autotoys.com/x/cust/produ...productid=8420

I am using a Zune so this wouldnt work for me.....
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 01:26 PM
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I just bought one of the IPOD interfaces from Fry's. I get back to my office, open it up and the directions state that it is not compatible with in-dash 6 disc changers. I call the support number and they stated that the company had no products for the Mustang or any Ford with the in-dash 6 disc.
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Old Aug 12, 2007 | 10:11 AM
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I added this mount for my Zune. It's from Kuda USA. I thought it was a better alternative way to mount my Zune than to use double sided tape or to drill any holes or to put the player in my cup holder. Its very descrete and doesn't get in the way of anything and ind it is angled perfectly for using the controls of my player. It has been around for a while, but I hadn't seen anything about it on the boards. Just wanted to share.
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 02:12 AM
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so how is working so far, any problems with the system, i am thinking about this for my zune and my sirius aftermarket unit
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 05:51 PM
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I bought mine a month or so ago, shipped in 3 days, installed it in 25 minutes, and it works great! no problems so far!
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 06:44 PM
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ok i can not connect to autotoys, it says i need a password and uder name to access the server, could it be my browser setting or is autotoys messed up
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Old Aug 15, 2007 | 07:18 PM
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I haven't had any probs since installation.....very pleased with its performance.
As far as Autotoys website, it does semm that something is wrong.
It should just go to there home page, but I too got the login pop-up. I would try back in a day or so.
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 05:03 AM
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I can't connect to that website either, but I'm very interested in the product. Does anyone know of another site it's on by chance?
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 06:02 AM
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Try here........

http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=973
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 12:00 PM
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Originally Posted by jahnnee5
I dont see the 2005+ Mustang listed as one of the vehicle options?
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Old Aug 23, 2007 | 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by S197 V6
I dont see the 2005+ Mustang listed as one of the vehicle options?
Hmmmm......strange. It is the same model number that I am using and if you scroll down and look at the harness that they list to use with the adapter Mustang is listed there.
http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=971

They do have a tech support you could ask....
support@discountcarstereo.com
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