Parrot MKi9100 in a Vanatge
Discussion
Are you sure it'll work? I think they wire in, and the Aston has a fibre optic system that makes this awkward (without going to the likes of Paramount - there are a few fitting the kits now, but all are around the 600 quid mark).
My other half's dad had that exact model installed in his brand new A4, and tbh I wouldn't bother. Looks gash. With proper integration kits available, having bits and bobs sticking out of gaps in the dash and/or double sided sticky taped onto parts of the console would irritate me every time I saw/used it!
My other half's dad had that exact model installed in his brand new A4, and tbh I wouldn't bother. Looks gash. With proper integration kits available, having bits and bobs sticking out of gaps in the dash and/or double sided sticky taped onto parts of the console would irritate me every time I saw/used it!
There's some photos on the Paralight site of a fairly stealth install
http://www.paralight.co.uk/IpodBluetoothforAstonMa...
You connect it using a ISO to SOT connector. SOT is Sound on Top
http://www.bluetoothcarkitdirect.co.uk/Accessories...
http://www.paralight.co.uk/IpodBluetoothforAstonMa...
You connect it using a ISO to SOT connector. SOT is Sound on Top
http://www.bluetoothcarkitdirect.co.uk/Accessories...
Edited by livinthedream on Thursday 27th May 17:13
livinthedream said:
There's some photos on the Paralight site of a fairly stealth install
http://www.paralight.co.uk/IpodBluetoothforAstonMa...
As these go, it doesn't look bad.http://www.paralight.co.uk/IpodBluetoothforAstonMa...
If you haven't already, have a chat with them. I believe they can do bluetooth connectivity with their general iPod interface as it plugs into the MOST bus...which I would think would give neater integration (unless that's what this is!).
I'm thinking of getting the Parrot fitted to my 06 V8V, more for the the iphone/ipod but with the bonus of hands free phone. Was going to call Paralight until I saw this thread, but I've found a well established local firm that will do exactly the same job for less than £300. Going to see them on Tuesday to agree on install(don't want a caller ID screen etc welded to dash!). I'll let you know how I get on.
Thanks handyman that would be great. The screen should fit in the little centre console pocket and the ipod/usb wire could be routed to the glovebox or the cup holders in the arm rest.
If you do go ahead some photos of the during and after the install would be great.
If you do go ahead some photos of the during and after the install would be great.
Edited by livinthedream on Sunday 30th May 12:26
Murph7355 said:
Also interested to see how this goes, and how it sounds.
My understanding was that the feed into the Aston audio system is fibre optic. If this is simply hooking into the speaker wiring and using it's own amp, will be interested to know how I sounds for playback of the iPod...
I know what you mean, thats why I'm taking the car to him on Tuesday to tell him what I want. If he's priced as you describe, I'll not bother and go with Paralight. When I spoke to him about the install, he said they'd done numerous high end cars including Astons and seemed to know what was needed ie fibre optic leads. I'll let you all know tommorrow.My understanding was that the feed into the Aston audio system is fibre optic. If this is simply hooking into the speaker wiring and using it's own amp, will be interested to know how I sounds for playback of the iPod...
Look forward to hearing what your installer has to say. You could mention there could be a number of us wanting this kit installed so it could be worth his while
If needed by anyone the MKi9100 user guide and wiring diagrams:
http://www.parrot.com/documents/en/support/mki9000...
Not sure if any wires have to be cut or if its just a matter of plugging it all in with the Kramer lead.
And here is a link to photos of the MKi9100:
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/pictures_new.php?id...
I've just found out the Parrot blue box shown above does act an an amp as well so my theory above is correct. The Parrot setup connects directly to the speakers via the SOT cable.
Anyone had experience of getting to the back of the stereo system? How much trim to remove and how hard is it?
If needed by anyone the MKi9100 user guide and wiring diagrams:
http://www.parrot.com/documents/en/support/mki9000...
Not sure if any wires have to be cut or if its just a matter of plugging it all in with the Kramer lead.
And here is a link to photos of the MKi9100:
http://www.sonicelectronix.com/pictures_new.php?id...
I've just found out the Parrot blue box shown above does act an an amp as well so my theory above is correct. The Parrot setup connects directly to the speakers via the SOT cable.
Anyone had experience of getting to the back of the stereo system? How much trim to remove and how hard is it?
Edited by livinthedream on Tuesday 1st June 10:57
Took the car in yesterday to agree on the installation and the guy already had the technical info needed. The small screen will go in the little cubby under the flip lid, ipod/usb lead into the cup holder at the back of the armrest.The ipod will be wired via a fibre optic lead into the cars amp, so the sound will be as good as existing cd's and radio. As caller ID and play list will be displayed on the parrot screen and toggled using the small bluetooth thing, I couldn't see the point in complicating things by wiring it so it's displayed on the head unit as well(and it's easier to use than small console buttons).The mic is going above the mirror on the black plastic cover, so won't be seen. £295 all in.
livinthedream said:
Sounds good....
Indeed it does.Presumably they could just wire in the iPod. I guess you do away with being able to control the iPod from the std head unit controls, but for half the price it seems like a reasonable compromise.
Presumably the CD changer can still be used...?
Would be very interested in photos of the install and notes on use once done
They could just wire in an ipod but it seems to be easier to do it through the parrot. Once ipod is either disconnected or on an iphone, not selected, the radio and cd work as normal. The install is next Tuesday, but dropping it off, so won't be able to take install pics. Will update you on Wednesday about how it works/looks and of course will post some pics of it finished. It's being done by Preston Car Radio.
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