tdgmd

Fit is definitely an issue. I am having to revise my approach to the angle at which the unit sits. This may not be a bad thing as far as getting it in and out, but means I mave have to fab and tool more parts than originally anticipated. It also requires that I disassemble the press fit pins in the ash tray. Not fun. :cursing:

Has anyone used the Dension Ice with the Harman version of the Traffic Pro and does it have CD text capability?

be sure and take plenty of step by step pics.

anything going on with the nano project?

;)

Yes, that is why we are working on a modifed ashtray assembly that uses the stock cover and opens and closes.  It is taking some work, but it will be tight.  Basically a modified dock for the Dension ICE product.

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I Can't wait to see the finished product.

@ ronbonner: as I wrote earlier I have an IceLink in my Mini (price: 150€) and use the Aux-In in the 996 (Traffic Pro, price 9€!).

Using the iPOD with the radio keys (IceLink) is not that much better than using the iPOD click wheel (Aux-In). You are limited to the 5 playlists (CD1-5) and you can access the others only through the 6th playlist (which is quite annoying in the Mini as some buttons of the radio (FF/FR) are double booked).

Of course you can switch from the radio-mode to the original iPOD-mode, but why use an expensive IceLink then?

The disadvantage when using the Aux-In is that there is no Power supply to the iPOD and you have to turn it off manually (otherwise the battery is flat when you return).

BUT: If you have PCM I (or DFC's 2004 996) I think you can use the FM version of the IceLink: http://www.dension.com/icelink_fm.htm

This seems to combine the best of both worlds:

- it fits to any radio as it's connected only through the antenna plug

- you get good quality (which is not always the case with the iTRIP transmitter)

- it's legal in Europe (which is not the case with transmitters)

- the iPOD gets power

- it turns on/off with the radio

- you can use the iPOD click wheel

- it has a reasonable price

- ...

The only disadvantage I see is that you need to install the iPOD in a position where you can read the display.

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Thanks Woolfgang

I checked out the link and it impressive and usefull for a PCM 1 user but there lies the problem - having to have the iPod on show.

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Right, That is why it would be very nice to be a ble to fabricate a iPod Nano into the center Ash Trey. It look like it could be done with a good installer/fabricator.

definatly interested in the bluetooth also. Keep us posted on the nano install.

I am looking for anyone that can fabricate. I would love to fit a iPod Nano into a 2003 996 center ash try. It seem very possible regarding the Nanos small size, and the black color matches perfectly. It may even be possible to have to tray door close as usual. I know the hookup to the PCM is impossible until the ice link comes out, but a FM mod would do for now. Help.

Todd