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Re: DVD entertainment? [kw_da]
by maltb
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Mar 07, 2007 (4:23 pm)
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Replying to: kw_da (Mar 06, 2007 2:06 pm)
I was asking about the Genuine Mazda Accessory auxiliary input. I'm aware of the iPod integration module, but have never seen the aux input as an accessory.
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Sirius
by riproy
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Mar 14, 2007 (7:07 am)
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Replying to: medicman (Apr 30, 2006 12:22 pm)
I received a Sirius sat radio and would like to hardwire it to the stereo. I am trying to minimize the amount of wires visible and 'medicman' says that you do not need to mount the antenna outside. Is this a fact? The instructions that came with the radio clearly state that it should be mounted on the roof. What have others done?
thanks
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Re: Sirius [riproy]
by maltb
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Mar 15, 2007 (8:21 am)
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Replying to: riproy (Mar 14, 2007 7:07 am)
I tucked my antenna wire under the dash, up the door seaming welt and along the headliner to the rear hatch where it mounts just behind the radio antenna. Took about 10 minutes and you can only see it where it comes out under the dash. The wire is so thin it can be simply tucked in almost anywhere.
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Re: DVD entertainment? [vinnyfast]
by vinnyfast
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Apr 13, 2007 (11:58 am)
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Replying to: vinnyfast (Feb 07, 2007 7:17 pm)
My aux input was professionally installed and worked with switching the mode to EX to hear sound. Very clear, but now I've decided to add some serious entertainment, so I won't be needing this module anymore. If anyone is interested in buying it, only used for about an hour, I'll be willing to let it go for $100. I've ordered a replacement double din facplate www.speedline.com , and will be installing a Pioneed Avic-D3 nav unit with DVD, plus I've already ordered and received 2 7" Hitachi headrest units. I have another separate DVD player with tv tuner which will fit into the glovebox, with remote sensor. A $750 security/remote starter system will finish off the installation process. I'm also planning on replacing the current 17" rims with 18" http://www.victoriatire.com/wheels.html?&pkg_tire=[PKG_TIRE]&checked_size=18&&pk- g_tire=[PKGTIRE]&cart=1&brand=RPM&PICNUM=2231&&checkAvailable=F&name=R-505%20BLA- CK%20CHROME&make=MAZDA&model=5%2006-07&size=18 , but haven't been able to locate this model in Canada yet. They'll have 225/35ZR18 rubber to compliment. I'm also in the process of sourcing out a supercharger, but won't do that install until the warranty runs out in about 40k. 
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Re: I got the Genuine Mazda Parts iPod Integration Kit [nissmazlover]
by john707
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Apr 15, 2007 (11:24 am)
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Replying to: nissmazlover (Feb 06, 2007 12:05 pm)
I just purchased what sounds like the same item from www.therpmstore.com. Total cost was $124. It is actually more than a cable. There is a small (3x1.5x.75 inch) box with a cable that plugs into the back of the stereo and another cable that plugs into the IPOD. The device has an IPOD input that plugs into the bottom and a second 1/8in earphone jack that allows you to use any other MP3 player.
IPOD control is similar to the factory version. Hit the CD button twice and the IPOD comes up. You can scroll through play lists (made in advance) and advance or back-up a song. Song duration displays on the dash but title/artist does not.
Installation was not difficult but it did take about 3 hours, mostly because I was very cautious about taking apart our new car. I routed the cable to the cup holders between the front seats. This location provides much easier access to the IPOD than the glove box but it would also be very easy to run the cables to the glove box as well.
Sound quality is excellent (or at least up to the quality of the factory radio). This little thing made me wonder why I spend the extra money for the in dash CD changer.
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Re: DVD entertainment? [vinnyfast]
by athenasius
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Apr 15, 2007 (6:39 pm)
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Replying to: vinnyfast (Apr 13, 2007 11:58 am)
it sounds great. will you be able to use the steering wheel controls with the avic-D3? send pictures when you get it done. i could not find the faceplate on the site. how much is it?
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Re: Sirius [maltb]
by kanata
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Apr 17, 2007 (8:38 am)
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Replying to: maltb (Mar 15, 2007 8:21 am)
I chose not to run the antenna cable along the headliner because of the side curtain air bags. What happens if they deploy and there is a cable across them? Will the bags become ineffective because they've been deflected, or will the cable be whipped into someone's head?
My antenna is on the roof next to the radio antenna. I ran the cable around the rear door seal, over the rear step, and along the floor to the front.
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Ipod Integration
by packrem
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May 24, 2007 (6:05 pm)
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I just had the Ipod integration module installed yesterday by Mazda. Is there any way to shuffle the music? I am so frustrated to listen to the music in alphabetical order by artist. I am upset that I spent $300 on this. It does sound great but UGH! Thanks in advance
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Re: Ipod Integration [packrem]
by maltb
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May 29, 2007 (9:59 am)
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Replying to: packrem (May 24, 2007 6:05 pm)
In any music menu, press the Random button on your head unit and it will go into shuffle mode. Also, ask your dealer for the little tri-fold user guide; you may find it helpful.
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Re: DVD entertainment? [athenasius]
by vinnyfast
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Jun 01, 2007 (10:29 am)
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Replying to: athenasius (Apr 15, 2007 6:39 pm)
">Have had the Pioneer AVIC-D3 installed about a month now. Had to pay extra ($120) for a cable and ECM so I can control the Pioneer from the steering wheel controls. Works great! I can tune radio, change IPOD songs, change source, volume, and more. The IPOD adapter cable was only $30, and I also added a bluetooth adapter ($200) for my phone.This also works great as I can add my contacts to the address book within the Pioneer unit - it has a 15gb HD built in. I added direct RCA's to the subwoofer - 2 12" with Fosgate amp, which gives me better control of the subs and sound. There is a second DVD player with built in TV tuner in the glovebox, which sends video and audio to the rear 7" headrests. i also have the option of watching the same thing on the Pioneer - when it's in park only. I also added a 2-way paging security/car starter system with keyless entry/auto lock-unlock and auto arm-disarm feature. This includes shock and microwave sensors, and keeps the existing factory alarm system. Everything works great except for the navigation and vehicle dynamics which is in the process of being resolved. Apparently, Mazda doesn't have a speed sensor cable to hook into the Pioneer, which it needs to maintain accuracy of the navigation. Final thing I added, for now, is aluminum door sills on all 4 doors with blue Mazda LED lighting when the doors are open. Oh, almost forgot to mention the rear (inside) night vision camera which can be seen on the 6.1" Pioneer screen automatically when in reverse, or by switching to it when driving. Still waiting another 4 weeks for my 18" black rims with Hankook UHP tires to arrive. Once I have that, I will post pictures. You can check out http://www.thespeedline.com/ where I picked up the dash kit, which looks great, but pricey at $230 including shipping. 
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