AUX and IPOD

[Echoes]

I know this subject was beaten to deal before, but has anyone found the best solution for increasing the amperage for the IPOD.

I cranked the volume on the IPOD, and when I use it in the car I am usually around 30-32 on the volume control on the LR3 radio.

Thanks!!!

 

[grommet]

If you are still using the headphone jack of the iPod, you need to at least try something that uses the line-out of the iPod connector. For example, the Belkin car adapter/charger.

Multiple threads... use search. For example:

http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=3019
http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=3270
http://www.landroverworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=2325

 

[Echoes]

Thanks Grommet!! I am going to give Ravissingh's set up a try.

I like his wiring job as well!!

I will keep you posted!

 

[toddjb122]

Yup, Belkin kite works great for me. Maybe a bit more bass, but I didn't even notice it until I read it here (amplifier quality I guess). Anyway, it sounds fine. Also, whenever LR gives me another LR3 loaner, its an easy transfer to the temporary vehicle!

 

[Echoes]

I found a great product to hold your IPOD.
I bought one, and love it!

Check this out:

http://catalog.belkin.com/IWCatProductPage.process?Product_Id=193778

Fits the cup holder perfectly and it easily accessible as you drive.

If you wire it like mentioned above, intergration is perfect!!

 

[grommet]

(amplifier quality I guess)!

The Belkin has no amplifier. It's just a straight line-out from the iPod with an attenuator knob to "lower the level" if you want. You can blame marketing.

 

[Echoes]

But I guess for the here and now it is the best solution?

 

[schafari]

I am using competition quality line driver/Eq equipment to boost the output. It is crystal clear and is a big improvement. Not to mention you can adjust the EQ as well. Check out Audio Control line drivers or Phoenix Gold line drivers. They are often on eBay for around $100.

 

[grommet]

But I guess for the here and now it is the best solution?

Yes, Echoes, it works well. As I posted in the other thread, it's only 5 ticks lower in volume (with iPod nano's line-out. Other iPod may vary.) This is much better than without line-out. Beyond that, it's line-driver/amp time for "perfection."

 

[Echoes]

I am happy with it. I think that as I get older, The music gets softer.
Years ago I wanted the license plate to fall off. Now, I just need it to sound decent, at a decent volume.

It just kills me that we have to hash all this out with such a tech wonder that the LR3 is. Too bad designers don't monitor sites like this. I would trade for the voice activation system for a decent hook up.