Ipod adapter
 

I'm thinking of ordering this. Since I don't have a CD changer, I should be able to use the port in the back of my CDR220. I'm interested in everyone's feedback. Thanks.
http://www.discountcarstereo.com/iP-BKR2.html

This one charges your ipod or iPhone
http://www.discountcarstereo.com/iP-BKR2.html

I've had nothing but bad experiences trying to use AUX on the Becker radio to act as an iPod interface. On three occasions my iPod(s) got smoked because power somehow got shunted by this method.

I got one of their units for using the AUX input and the headphone jack on my phone. Works great, and didn't even have to take the radio out to install it (remove the cupholders on top, and plenty of room to feel around to plug in the cable).

Do you have a CDR 220?

Yep Yep. A CDR220

Aux Mode
 

I have not been able to figure out how to switch the radio into Aux mode. Is this feature not available until I install the adapter?

You have to "enable" AUX on the CDR220. I can't confirm if these steps are exactly right, as I don't remember what site I checked (I was frustrated and sitting in my car looking at sites on my phone), but this sounds about right

Now, not sure if you will be able to "select" it until you have a cable. But when you do get the cable, should be able to select it as an input with no issue, just have to press the S button.

:)

Thanks! You are a big help.

I have the iP-BKR2. Works great with no issues. I also have the CDR220.

iP-BKR2 iPod Adapter for Becker Radios with "AUX" Menu option :: iPod Adapters & Interfaces

I think what you used is better since it states specifically it is compatible with the CDR 220. During the install, did you remove the CD holder panel or do you have a compartment? If so, how did you remove the compartment?

For those that couldn't remove panels to access the radio and install the adapter, what did you use to remove the radio? I heard about getting keys....how much are they? Is there a substitute I can use?

Yes, I removed the CD holder and got a bin from Pelican. I got the keys from Suncoast. The CD holder comes out easily. Once you take the side panels off, you will see. I Dremeled a slot in the upper right corner of the shelf to slide the iPod chord through.

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Here is the info for the shelf:

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Storage Shelf, Upper (Satin Black), Boxster 986 (1997-2004), Brand:
Genuine PORSCHE

Save your money.

Take out the cupholders, then you can easily slip the cord into the back of the CDR, and then remove the cubby pocket and can run the cord through the back. I drilled a small hole in the back corner of the cubby pocket where you can't see it, and ran the wire through that.

I was trying to find the right radio keys, and was going to buy a set, until I was fiddling around trying to repair my cupholders and noticed how much room there is back there. Don't even need tiny hands!

I have a bin instead of the CD holder. Do I just pull it out or are there clips/screws?

Pretty sure you just take out the rubber mat, and just yank on it. From what I recall, it just has 4 tabs that snap it into place.

I found a radio-transmit adaptor in the bargain bin for $30. Scans / finds stations for you and pre-sets. Works GREAT if you stay in your local area, but you have to re-scan if traveling.

Excellent low budget option. Now about those factory speakers...

Hi- can you confirm if this would work for iphone4s such as charging and playing music? Thank you

I have the 4S so yes, it works for both charging and music, in fact it works perfectly:cheers:

Thanks. This will be my next project, guess I will have to disconnect the cd changer which I never ever tried. Lol

I have this as well, also charges and plays iPhone 5 with the Lightening-to-30 pin adaptor.

Ok now how do we get the cup holders out? I wanna do this mod. I hate CDs.

We're in the same boat, trying to get an 8 track in the boxster. :D

You pop out the trim piece with a thin flathead or trim remover. Just 4 snap in pins on the corners. Then held in with 4 phillip screws that you can easily locate. Remove those and pull the cupholders out. Tada! :)

Cool, thank you. I'm going to order the part now.

If I have a CDR 220 and don't have the CD changer, will it disable the built in CD player?

rcbox-no. The built in cd will be fine. Its just that the Becker is set up to EITHER accept an aux input, OR be mated to a CD changer with which it has a proprietary protocol for certain functions. In either case, the phone and internal inputs (radio,cd or cassette) are not impacted.

Yes it still works, just not the changer.

Ok help guys I removed the cup holders to access the stereo but where the hell do I plug this thing in? I can't see the rear of the radio to make the connection. I downloaded the instructions but it shows with the radio out, I don't have keys to pull radio. Any ideas? Help!!! In in here now

Ok I figured it out solo, I'm so proud of my self👍👍👍. I don't have a cd changer so I had to pull out the yellow amp plug and join it with the green and blue and plug it all back together.

It'll be on the left side (when looking at the radio from sitting in the seat). Just feel around and look at the radio diagram in your owners manual. You'll see easily where it'll plug in. Get the tab aligned and oriented, and it'll pop in.

Hey guys, quick question.
So, is it possible to install an iphone 5 adapter to my 1999 porsche boxster radio? and it will charge and play it in auxiliar mode?

thanks a lot, hope it is, cause i was about to change a bunch of stuff rearrenge the dashboard and everything. Im looking for the most practical solution..
Cheers

I don't know if there is an adapter yet for the 5(I have the 4s) but you can use the iPhone 5 adapter(32 pin to lightning) with the one I am using.

http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD823ZM/A/lightning-to-30-pin-adapter

I just ordered the adapter online from Discount Stereo. I think I am going to Best Buy to have them install it. For $49.95 they will install it and also provide the holder for the iPod. Thoughts?

What kind of holder? It is very simple to do. I routed the cable through the cubby for a clean install. $50 isn't bad if you don't have the desire to do it.

Since I don't have keys for the head and still need to buy and install a mounting unit, I think the price is fair.

Yes, it's a fair price. Post a pic of the holder when it's done.

$50 I think is a sweet price for the job. I say go for it.

I have this and it works great. I also bought a bunch of $5 knock off adapters from eBay. They will work to charge the iPhone 5 but will not transmit audio even though they say they will. So you have to spend $30 for the stupid Apple one.

Finally got it and installed. Very happy with it. Thanks for the advice. Question-if I leave my IPOD/iPhone plug in, will it continue to draw power after I shut engine off?