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Old 07-08-2013, 12:25 PM   #1
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**Help** 03 Boxster Radio Auxilliary/Ipod

I just got the car recently and it's a bummer that I can't use an Ipod for music. It only comes with a single CD unit. I would like to keep the car as stock as I can, so I'd prefer not to change the radio...

Has anyone found a way to make this happen???


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Old 07-08-2013, 12:37 PM   #2
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Bluetooth option is the easiest. All you need is a hands free Bluetooth unit with the built in fm modulator. Usually a good one is around $100
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I hard wired an FM modulator and input jack into mine. Works dandy...

http://986forum.com/forums/general-discussions/35744-cdr-23-aux-input-achieved.html
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Woops I didn't realize that you were using a radio station. I find those to be very annoying and reception is aweful around here... Any other solutions for this issue? A good replacement??

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Old 07-08-2013, 03:28 PM   #5
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There are threads on this topic. If your car has the CDR-220, this thread should help: Ipod adapter
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There are threads on this topic. If your car has the CDR-220, this thread should help: Ipod adapter
How do I know which radio I have. I literally just got the car and no dealership seems to know anything other than referring me to an audio shop.
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Old 07-08-2013, 04:01 PM   #7
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I have an 03 and mine has the CDR-230. I suspect that is what you have.

There is a factory CD Changer that mounts in the trunk if that's of interest to you.
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Old 07-08-2013, 05:01 PM   #8
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How do I know which radio I have. I literally just got the car and no dealership seems to know anything other than referring me to an audio shop.
Look at the faceplate of the radio.
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Old 07-08-2013, 08:09 PM   #9
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Woops I didn't realize that you were using a radio station. I find those to be very annoying and reception is aweful around here... Any other solutions for this issue? A good replacement??
Same in Chicago -- I hard wired the FM modulator, into the antenna, which significantly overpowers any signal over the air. Can't even tell...
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Audiovox - Driven by DICE Electronics - Universal RDS USB

This works brilliantly...
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Looks great! Details please... ease of install, which model Boxstar and radio, etc.

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