04 Boxster CDR23 - dying for 3.5mm aux input - 986 Forum - The Community for Porsche Boxster & Cayman Owners

jmc777 · 10-08-2010, 08:40 AM

I put in an alpine DPR-RDS1

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_500DPRRDS1/Alpine-DPR-RDS1.html

I'm happy with it. It is an FM modulator that connects inline to your antenna similar to the porsche branded product. Sound quality is similar to your strongest FM station. Can't beat it for $99. It was easy to install, so you could find someone to do it way cheaper than the dealer. Oh it does connect with the ipod/iphone connector not the headphone style plug you were looking for.

darrinaltman · 10-08-2010, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by jmc777

I put in an alpine DPR-RDS1

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_500DPRRDS1/Alpine-DPR-RDS1.html

I'm happy with it. It is an FM modulator that connects inline to your antenna similar to the porsche branded product. Sound quality is similar to your strongest FM station. Can't beat it for $99. It was easy to install, so you could find someone to do it way cheaper than the dealer. Oh it does connect with the ipod/iphone connector not the headphone style plug you were looking for.

Thanks for info. What about this code stuff, does this option require any type of special codes given by dealer? Thanks again.

Perfectlap · 10-08-2010, 10:22 AM

I'm assuming the $20 Ipod Becker jack doesn't work with a 3.5 aux ? That's what I'm using with my CDR-220. I think you could probably pick up a CDR-220 from someone parting out a car for $50. Plug and play. Then use the Becker jack ($20). I thought the 986s all use the same wiring? I know there was an big Ipod issue with the first 987s. Disclaimer: I'm no audio expert

cdr 220

becker ipod jack

vipola · 10-08-2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Perfectlap

I'm assuming the $20 Ipod Becker jack doesn't work with a 3.5 aux ? That's what I'm using with my CDR-220. I think you could probably pick up a CDR-220 from someone parting out a car for $50. Plug and play. Then use the Becker jack ($20). I thought the 986s all use the same wiring? I know there was an big Ipod issue with the first 987s. Disclaimer: I'm no audio expert

cdr 220

becker ipod jack

I think this won't work on the CDR23.. it's using MOST Optic all round..

Perfectlap · 10-08-2010, 12:22 PM

well that sucks...I thought MOST didn't come until 2005 with the 987.

Cloudsurfer · 10-08-2010, 01:05 PM

03 started the MOST thing. I don't think there's much option, as what you'd need is something to effectively replace the CD changer and transcodes iPod output to MOST compatible digital output.

darrinaltman · 10-08-2010, 01:14 PM

Ok, now Im more confused than when I started this. I dont have a cd changer in mine. Would the first suggestion for the Alpine component work?

jmc777 · 10-09-2010, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by darrinaltman

Thanks for info. What about this code stuff, does this option require any type of special codes given by dealer? Thanks again.

No dealer coding necessary. The output is selected by tuning to one of the 4 fm frequencies you can configure on the alpine. The song display works just as if it was coming from an fm station.

I considered the Dension, but the price and having to get a dealer involved was too much. The cabin is on the noisy side anyway so having the perfect sound system is kind of a waste in my opinion.

darrinaltman · 10-14-2010, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by jmc777

No dealer coding necessary. The output is selected by tuning to one of the 4 fm frequencies you can configure on the alpine. The song display works just as if it was coming from an fm station.

I considered the Dension, but the price and having to get a dealer involved was too much. The cabin is on the noisy side anyway so having the perfect sound system is kind of a waste in my opinion.

Ok, I have decided to do what you suggested. My brother in law, coincidentally works for Alpine and he got the device and will install it for me. He is asking me to check with you to see if you needed any antenna adapters. I will appreciate it if you let me know.

Im also curious to know where you installed it? Not sure if you could shoot me a quick photo of it with your phone. Will the stereo have to be removed to connect the Alpine device to antenna?

I really appreciate whatever info you can give me.

Feel free to email me at: darrinaltman@gmail.com

tamarsha · 10-15-2010, 09:31 AM

I used a similar type box to connect my Sirius radio to my CDR23. Sounds great with no interference from local radio stations.
You probably will need a set of antenna adaptors to go from the standard round antenna plug to the mini plug on the car. I have a spare set I can sell you cheap.

darrinaltman · 10-23-2010, 05:29 PM

Just an update. I purchased the Alpine device recommended earlier in this post. My brother in law installed it today. I am so surprised at the excellent sound quality. For me it is perfect. I am so happy I didnt pay the $1200 the Porsche dealer wanted or even paid the $500 for the Dension unit suggested and then have had to pay the dealer for the security code.

Thanks for everyones input and help. If anyone needs help installing one of these I could explain what my brother in law did on mine.