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02 325ci- Aftermarket head unit? DICE?

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  1. helma

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    I want to use my iPod in the car without the crappy FM transmitter. My first thought was to buy an aftermarket head unit, so I hit up Crutchfield and picked out a receiver with front auxiliary input and built-in iPod controls.

    After chatting with the rep for a bit about what is included in their free installation kit, I mentioned that I had the Business CD
    (no cd changer) rather then the HK system. He told me that they don't have a Mastersheet (car specific instructions) for replacing the Business CD, but that it was probably pretty similar to replacing the HK system and that their product support team would be able to walk me through any differences. I haven't done any installation before and am a little concerned.

    While browsing here for more information, I saw that some people are using DICE or the BSW aux input. These seem to be as (more?) popular then aftermarket head units.

    Ultimately, I just want to be able to listen to some form of digital music in the car- right now I only have a 2GB nano, so I was also looking at units where you could use thumbdrives. I don't want to deal with a painful installation process and I have around $150.

    1) Has anybody had any experience installing aftermarket head units into a 2002 325ci that had a Business CD? Is it different then what is described in Crutchfield's Mastersheet for the HK system? Would the HK Mastersheet be enough to do it? Or is car stereo install into BMWs extra painful or something?

    2) Why are so many people using the DICE instead of just installing an aftermarket head unit? It seems like a new head unit is a better option when these are the same price as the head units I am looking at. Should I look at these instead?

    This is the head unit I was looking at for $145 shipped: http://www.crutchfield.com/p_020CZ20...9.html?tp=5684
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  3. angel

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    ftermarket units just don't look good in the e46's interior and simply add expense as well as omit the stock steering wheel controls. Keep the system you have and just add the DICE.

    This is the kit you need:

    DICE - SILVERLINE iPod Integration Kit for 3 Series/M3 99-06 (Trunk Interface)
    http://www.europeanautosource.com/pr...oducts_id=1621

    The DICE iPod Kit will integrate perfectly with your BMW and offer steering wheel control as well as ID3 text and charging of your iPod. Full CD Quality can be expected after installation. There's even an integrated AUX port for other devices.

    New features of DICE SILVERLINE iPod Integration kit include:

    - Direct integrated connection, without the need for FM transmitters or cassette adapters
    - Full Text Display on your factory radio or Navigation screen
    - Full control of your iPod via the radio buttons while in play
    - Browse by Individual Song
    - Browse by Individual Playlist

    - Browse by Individual Albums
    - Source Selector w/ Integrated AUX input
    - Album Selection
    - Full charging mode for iPods through included dock connector

    The kit will come with everything needed w/ the docking cable. The iPod can be safely stored away in the glove compartment for 100% stealth installation and accessed completely from the steering wheel controls. The DICE comes with a 15-foot cable length to reach anywhere in the vehicle you like. We have tutorials at the following link:

    http://www.europeanautosource.com/su...nter/index.php

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