Aux connection (MOST)

[Davedavies]

I have been looking for a cost effective way of connection an MP3 player and DAB radio to the existing PCM 2.0 unit.
As I don't use the car much and have already had a bad experience with a Dension unit (and even worse experience with their technical dept), I didn't want to spend the earth.

Having looked at alternatives, I have just fitted the following:

http://www.xcarlink.co.uk/home.php

This is a MOST compatible interface that allows users to connect via 4 connections.
This is very similar to the Dension unit however, it only has phono type connectors that can be converted to 3.5mm connections with suitable leads.

This replaces the CD changer and cannot be used with the OE changer - but it must be enabled as this unit emulates the CDC.

The 4 connectors are named, Aux1, Aux2, DVD and DVB.
They are selectable by using the track select menu or using the < or > buttons on the PCM unit.

For £120 I think it is a good cost effective solution if you're not too bothered about full i-pod control via the head unit.
And their technical/customer service is spot on as well.

Dave

I have fitted it in a Cayenne, but I know this forum is the most active (any still the best), just thought it would be a good idea to share it here as well.

 

[Richard_Hamilton]

Very interseting. What DAB tuner did you use, and what aerial? Also, do you get an on-screen display for the radio? I assume you control the tuner via a remote control?

 

[Davedavies]

Hi Richard,

The DAB unit is a stand alone unit and one that sends its audio output either via a modulator or via a 3.5mm connection.
The unit doesn't have a facility to integrate it to other units.
The aerial at the moment is a larger version of a glass mounted phone antenna with a slightly modified interior black box with a couple of resistors and other things soldered in.

I have attached a picture of the menu from the CD/CDC screen to show the menu for selecting the various input connector from the interface.
Sorry about the quality - these blackberry cameras aren't as good as proper cameras.

Dave

 

[Richard_Hamilton]

Ahh, I see. I guess it is something like the Pure Highway, so it has a separate screen.

Still, a useful way of inputting other aux signals into the MOST bus.