iPod Issues w/ new 335i

brian3b · 05-27-2007, 10:15 AM

Just tried hooking up my (older) 3rd generation iPod to the USB interface and I get "Error" when I try to switch over to the USB when switching audio sources. (No iDrive). I have the 20gb model with about 10gb of music on it. I've tried using the USB cable BMW provides - still the same problem.

Here are my assumptions:

1. I ONLY need to hook up the USB - Do I have to hook up the auxillary audio cable too?
2. The USB will charge the iPod - it doesnt even seem to be charging it - isn't it supposed to?

Any help would be appreciated.

PS - I searched all the forums, but couldnt find any of these answers! Thank you!

yobouty · 05-27-2007, 11:38 AM

I have a 07 335i with no iDrive and I have the same problem. Not only do I get the error message it somehow discharged the battery in my Ipod and mine is the latest 5g.

The dealer has no answer for this. Have you tried using the BMW cable as well as your own ipod usb cable? I haven't found a difference but if you wait longer it will load but still won't play. :mad:

Will keep looking for answers.

eldudo · 05-27-2007, 11:40 AM

Did you guys check out this thread? http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63691

The attachments posted there might help you out.

brian3b · 05-27-2007, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by yobouty

I have a 07 335i with no iDrive and I have the same problem. Not only do I get the error message it somehow discharged the battery in my Ipod and mine is the latest 5g.

The dealer has no answer for this. Have you tried using the BMW cable as well as your own ipod usb cable? I haven't found a difference but if you wait longer it will load but still won't play. :mad:

Will keep looking for answers.

I've used BMW's cable, but I dont know if it's right... it's about a foot long and it seems to be just a USB extension cable. I've tried this along with my own iPod cable, same problem.

Do I have to use the auxillary port too? I figured just the USB would work, am I wrong? Is there a special cable? And what is 6FL!?

I'm a pretty tech savvy guy, but I can't get this figured out!

brian3b · 05-27-2007, 12:21 PM

The provided link helped with some questions eldudo, thanks!

It answered the compatibility question. My iPod is too old - 3rd generation not supported.

It also leads me to believe that the USB/Aux cable for the iPod was supposed to have been supplied by my dealer. Is this correct?

eldudo · 05-27-2007, 12:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brian3b

It also leads me to believe that the USB/Aux cable for the iPod was supposed to have been supplied by my dealer. Is this correct?

You are correct.
Check this other thread and show it to your dealer parts dept.:
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=55264

purplewidow · 05-28-2007, 12:41 PM

yyou need the aux cord also and yes it charges it if you have the correct ipod i think it is like version 4 or later

05-27-2007, 10:15 AM	#1
brian3b B-Dizzle 5 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2007 335i - E90 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	iPod Issues w/ new 335i Just tried hooking up my (older) 3rd generation iPod to the USB interface and I get "Error" when I try to switch over to the USB when switching audio sources. (No iDrive). I have the 20gb model with about 10gb of music on it. I've tried using the USB cable BMW provides - still the same problem. Here are my assumptions: 1. I ONLY need to hook up the USB - Do I have to hook up the auxillary audio cable too? 2. The USB will charge the iPod - it doesnt even seem to be charging it - isn't it supposed to? Any help would be appreciated. PS - I searched all the forums, but couldnt find any of these answers! Thank you! __________________ 2007 BMW 335i (e90) Sports, Premium, Cold Weather Black Interior, Aluminum Trim HD & Sirius Radio, USB Adapter
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yobouty New Member 0 Rep 16 Posts Drives: BMW 335i Sedan Montego Blue Join Date: May 2007 Location: TN iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 335i [0.00]	Ipod Problems I have a 07 335i with no iDrive and I have the same problem. Not only do I get the error message it somehow discharged the battery in my Ipod and mine is the latest 5g. The dealer has no answer for this. Have you tried using the BMW cable as well as your own ipod usb cable? I haven't found a difference but if you wait longer it will load but still won't play. :mad: Will keep looking for answers.
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eldudo Take the long way home 3 Rep 113 Posts Drives: E90 335i & E46 330i Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: B'more iTrader: (0)	Did you guys check out this thread? http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=63691 The attachments posted there might help you out. __________________ 2007 E90 335i - Monaco Blue / Beige / 6MT / ZSP / ZPP / ZCW / Navi / CA / iPod/USB 6FL 4/02/07: Test Drive - 4/03/07: Test Drive & Placed order - 4/13/07: Production Completed - 4/23/07: Loaded on Courage 5/07/07: Courage arrives in NY - 5/09/07: Released from VPC to Trucking Co. - 5/10/07: Arrives at dealer - 5/11/07: Delivery day! :rocks:
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brian3b B-Dizzle 5 Rep 34 Posts Drives: 2007 335i - E90 Join Date: May 2007 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	The provided link helped with some questions eldudo, thanks! It answered the compatibility question. My iPod is too old - 3rd generation not supported. It also leads me to believe that the USB/Aux cable for the iPod was supposed to have been supplied by my dealer. Is this correct? __________________ 2007 BMW 335i (e90) Sports, Premium, Cold Weather Black Interior, Aluminum Trim HD & Sirius Radio, USB Adapter
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purplewidow Lieutenant Colonel 51 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (2)	yyou need the aux cord also and yes it charges it if you have the correct ipod i think it is like version 4 or later
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