iPod Interface for Mach 460 - 2003-04 Mach 1 Registry Owners Club

MachManStan · 11-29-2007, 10:14 PM

Guys,

I want to purchase and install in ipod interface to use in my 2003 Mach. I have searched through the posts on this subject and found a link to a SVT Performance thread that lead me to two options. One is a product by PIE and the other is a product by Blitzsafe. Both are shown below.

http://www.logjamelectronics.com/piefrdnaux.html

http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=797

I have seen where several of you have used the PIE product with good results, but I have not been able to find anything about the Blitzsafe product. The advantage of the Blitzsafe product is that the connection is through the ipod connector and not the RCA adapter. This means that it will charge the ipod and allow some control of the ipo through the factory head unit.

Thanks,

Stan

Mistergou · 11-30-2007, 07:45 AM

I'm curious about this info aswell, free bumpy!

dlandry427 · 11-30-2007, 09:13 AM

Of course, I still don't own an Ipod. Will it work with 8 tracks???

Looks like a cool idea, has anyone used one?

AsphaltKiller · 11-30-2007, 09:36 AM

keeping this one alive. looking to get ipod for xmas and very interested in keeping stock system.

Another free Bump........

Machy uno · 11-30-2007, 09:48 AM

I would go with the top one given those to choices as it allows for more options. The first one has RCA plugs, so get a cheap converter that converts RCA's into a headphone plug, then any audio device can be used(including your buddies mp3 player), not just an ipod. The quality of sound wont be as good as using the actual ipod plug, but it'll be so close you prob wont be able to tell the difference. The ipod specific one will have slightly better sound as stated, and it will charge your ipod, but how many road trips do you go on that would use up the entire battery of your ipod...? The first is cheaper, and is more versital, I would go with that one.

Machy uno · 11-30-2007, 09:52 AM

Also, almost forgot to mention, I don't think either one of those allow for control of the ipod from the stereo, even the second one. Call them up to make sure before you assume so, cause it states that you need EXTERIOR stereo controls to be able to control the ipod through the stereo. Our systems don't have any exterior stereo controls......

Yajtsa · 11-30-2007, 09:55 AM

Am I missing something? The first one says it's not compatible with the Mach 460 system.

Machy uno · 11-30-2007, 10:02 AM

AHHH grasshopper, you read farther on then me, but after re-reading I see you appear to be 100% correct....

69mach · 11-30-2007, 10:51 AM

What about just using a wireless transmitter. I have this one--http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...F68Y46AHMM188D an I can use it in any car/truck.
It even works with having it on in the car and transmitting to/thru my shop system about 50 ft away.
Later
Ed

MachManStan · 11-30-2007, 09:58 PM

Guys,

Thanks for all of the replies and suggestions. I considered the FM Modulated ones, but from what I have read the sound quality is not that great. I think the best sound will come from something that plugs into the factory head unit.

I do believe that the PIE unit will work with the 2003 Mach 460. According to what I have read, our radio has the 20 pin connector on the back for an external CD changer. It will not work with the CD6 unit that does not have the extra connector for the remote CD changer.

I am still torn, so any further replies are welcome.

Thanks,
Stan

CompOrange · 11-30-2007, 11:23 PM

Will not work on an 03 since there is no auxiliary function. If you had an 04, you'd be fine because you'd have the auxiliary hookups.

westridge83 · 12-01-2007, 05:36 AM

If you get a good quality FM transmiter and just remove your antenna...you'll get really good sound. However, you'll have to stop and put the atenna back if you want to listen to the radio.

SickBlackMach · 12-01-2007, 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CompOrange

Will not work on an 03 since there is no auxiliary function. If you had an 04, you'd be fine because you'd have the auxiliary hookups.

Not entirely true!

You just hit the 'CD' button again, and it will display "DJ6" on the front.
I used the USA SPEC DF-FORD10 adapter for the year I had my mach1, and have been using it on my cobra ever since... I love it.

Here's the old thread I made awhile back...
http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/...ad.php?t=42991

Here is an updated crutchfield link.. Generally, you *should* be able to find this at circuit city as well.

http://www.crutchfield.com/App/Produ...581DFF10&tp=15

BeachMach1 · 12-01-2007, 10:50 PM

If you send an email to the folks at PIE http://www.pie.net/ or call them at 818-678-3697 they will tell you the exact adapter you need. You will need the radio serial number which you can get by pushing the right combo of buttons on the radio ... they will tell you how to do that also. I bought one of the adapters a couple of months back and intended to install but decided to get new radio instead when my croaked.

I bought a new series Kenwood which is called a Media Player. It has a CD but also iPod interface, digital radio interface, Satellite, Bluetooth, but my favorite is the front panel USB interface. LOVE the radio first because it is a double DIN and looks GREAT in the car, but also because I've almost exclusively transferred my music to MP3 or WAV formats. I had all the options of the radio (above) installed and came out at about $800. Awesome radio.

If anybody is interested, I have a PIE FRD03-POD/S for sale. Is brand new ... box has been opened but never installed. Was just about to post it on 4sale page.

MachManStan · 12-03-2007, 03:00 PM

How much do you want for the PIE FRD03-POD/S?

Stan

UNLUCKIER · 12-04-2007, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BeachMach1

If you send an email to the folks at PIE http://www.pie.net/ or call them at 818-678-3697 they will tell you the exact adapter you need. You will need the radio serial number which you can get by pushing the right combo of buttons on the radio ... they will tell you how to do that also. I bought one of the adapters a couple of months back and intended to install but decided to get new radio instead when my croaked.

I bought a new series Kenwood which is called a Media Player. It has a CD but also iPod interface, digital radio interface, Satellite, Bluetooth, but my favorite is the front panel USB interface. LOVE the radio first because it is a double DIN and looks GREAT in the car, but also because I've almost exclusively transferred my music to MP3 or WAV formats. I had all the options of the radio (above) installed and came out at about $800. Awesome radio.

If anybody is interested, I have a PIE FRD03-POD/S for sale. Is brand new ... box has been opened but never installed. Was just about to post it on 4sale page.

I bought and aftermarket head unit myself, and it lasted maybe a week before I pulled it. Just sounds alot better with the factory head unit and my sub. I never could get it adjusted right to sound good with my factory amps. Did you yank all of you factory amps and speakers?

RAT · 12-04-2007, 02:25 AM

Here's a thread on this subject. Read the info from Mineralman. He went with the PIE unit first, then found something better. Much better..

http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/...ad.php?t=57711

Fenixfire · 12-04-2007, 02:29 AM

When you say keeping the system stock does that include the main unit? I was looking to put in a dvd navigation system. I like one that panasonic has and its got everything in it. Bluetooth, ipod hookup, SD Card memory expansion and it will work with the mach 460 speakers and amps. Why not just get one of those?

wutang61 · 12-04-2007, 07:23 AM

change yur head unit!

jonk9194 · 12-04-2007, 08:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wutang61

change yur head unit!

da*n you and your 6 speed...

j/k, I plan on getting one when I have the cash...

wutang61 · 12-04-2007, 01:36 PM

haha

the trans is prolly the best mod i have ever done. vipers are lucky to get these lil 6-speeds. they rock!

tho this might be my new favorite mod...

11-29-2007, 10:14 PM	#1
MachManStan 03 Azure Blue Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Collierville, TN Posts: 48	iPod Interface for Mach 460 Guys, I want to purchase and install in ipod interface to use in my 2003 Mach. I have searched through the posts on this subject and found a link to a SVT Performance thread that lead me to two options. One is a product by PIE and the other is a product by Blitzsafe. Both are shown below. http://www.logjamelectronics.com/piefrdnaux.html http://www.discountcarstereo.com/detail.aspx?ID=797 I have seen where several of you have used the PIE product with good results, but I have not been able to find anything about the Blitzsafe product. The advantage of the Blitzsafe product is that the connection is through the ipod connector and not the RCA adapter. This means that it will charge the ipod and allow some control of the ipo through the factory head unit. Thanks, Stan __________________ 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 Completely Stock Last edited by MachManStan; 11-29-2007 at 10:18 PM. Reason: Corrected link

11-30-2007, 07:45 AM	#2
Mistergou get sideways! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 854	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 I'm curious about this info aswell, free bumpy! __________________ #2928 out of 9652 ~Sold

11-30-2007, 09:13 AM	#3
dlandry427 Charles U. Farley Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 1,112	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Of course, I still don't own an Ipod. Will it work with 8 tracks??? Looks like a cool idea, has anyone used one?

11-30-2007, 09:36 AM	#4
AsphaltKiller Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oviedo,Florida Posts: 508	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 keeping this one alive. looking to get ipod for xmas and very interested in keeping stock system. Another free Bump........ __________________ Here she is... DOB: 10/09/2003 Current Mods: SCT2 Tuner, C&L Intake tube, 3/8" PHP Spacer, 4:10's Steeda (CA, Upper/Lowers - Rear, Sport Springs, x2 ball joints, 3 hole CC Plates, bumpsteer kit, Aluminum rack bushings,Front/Rear STB) Stock 17x8 255's front Stock Reps 17x9 285's rear T56 swap w/Pro 5.0 Kooks LT w/ catted X Ultr Flow Catback Best 1/4 13.1 @ 108 --before mods

11-30-2007, 09:48 AM	#5
Machy uno Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,499	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 I would go with the top one given those to choices as it allows for more options. The first one has RCA plugs, so get a cheap converter that converts RCA's into a headphone plug, then any audio device can be used(including your buddies mp3 player), not just an ipod. The quality of sound wont be as good as using the actual ipod plug, but it'll be so close you prob wont be able to tell the difference. The ipod specific one will have slightly better sound as stated, and it will charge your ipod, but how many road trips do you go on that would use up the entire battery of your ipod...? The first is cheaper, and is more versital, I would go with that one. __________________ She was living in a single room with three other individuals. One of them was male and the other two, Well he!! the other two were females Gone but NOT FORGOTTEN http://www.cardomain.com/ride/330262

11-30-2007, 09:52 AM	#6
Machy uno Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,499	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Also, almost forgot to mention, I don't think either one of those allow for control of the ipod from the stereo, even the second one. Call them up to make sure before you assume so, cause it states that you need EXTERIOR stereo controls to be able to control the ipod through the stereo. Our systems don't have any exterior stereo controls...... __________________ She was living in a single room with three other individuals. One of them was male and the other two, Well he!! the other two were females Gone but NOT FORGOTTEN http://www.cardomain.com/ride/330262

11-30-2007, 09:55 AM	#7
Yajtsa Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Monterey, California Posts: 552	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Am I missing something? The first one says it's not compatible with the Mach 460 system. __________________ -Bill Gone but not forgotten! - '03 Torch Red Mach 1 Steeda Strut-tower Brace, Steeda Adj. Rear Sway Bar, MM Full Subframe Connectors, StangSuspension Springs, Tokico 5-way Adjustable Struts/Shocks, Buncha Poly bushings, MGW Shifter, '03-'04 Cobra Front Fascia Death - its nature's way of telling you to slow down

11-30-2007, 10:02 AM	#8
Machy uno Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: houston, texas Posts: 1,499	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 AHHH grasshopper, you read farther on then me, but after re-reading I see you appear to be 100% correct.... __________________ She was living in a single room with three other individuals. One of them was male and the other two, Well he!! the other two were females Gone but NOT FORGOTTEN http://www.cardomain.com/ride/330262

11-30-2007, 10:51 AM	#9
69mach Lurker Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Evansville, Indiana Posts: 465	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 What about just using a wireless transmitter. I have this one--http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...F68Y46AHMM188D an I can use it in any car/truck. It even works with having it on in the car and transmitting to/thru my shop system about 50 ft away. Later Ed __________________ Mach On Ed 2003 TorchRed Stick IUp

11-30-2007, 09:58 PM	#10
MachManStan 03 Azure Blue Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Collierville, TN Posts: 48	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Guys, Thanks for all of the replies and suggestions. I considered the FM Modulated ones, but from what I have read the sound quality is not that great. I think the best sound will come from something that plugs into the factory head unit. I do believe that the PIE unit will work with the 2003 Mach 460. According to what I have read, our radio has the 20 pin connector on the back for an external CD changer. It will not work with the CD6 unit that does not have the extra connector for the remote CD changer. I am still torn, so any further replies are welcome. Thanks, Stan __________________ 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 Completely Stock

11-30-2007, 11:23 PM	#11
CompOrange PSR Mafia Join Date: May 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 2,011	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Will not work on an 03 since there is no auxiliary function. If you had an 04, you'd be fine because you'd have the auxiliary hookups. __________________ 2010 Triumph Daytona 675 2003 Mach 1 - Azure Blue 5 speed Mostly stock...except for a few goodies

12-01-2007, 05:36 AM	#12
westridge83 Guest Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 337	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 If you get a good quality FM transmiter and just remove your antenna...you'll get really good sound. However, you'll have to stop and put the atenna back if you want to listen to the radio.

12-01-2007, 10:50 PM	#14
BeachMach1 Old Retired Navy Guy Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 169	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 If you send an email to the folks at PIE http://www.pie.net/ or call them at 818-678-3697 they will tell you the exact adapter you need. You will need the radio serial number which you can get by pushing the right combo of buttons on the radio ... they will tell you how to do that also. I bought one of the adapters a couple of months back and intended to install but decided to get new radio instead when my croaked. I bought a new series Kenwood which is called a Media Player. It has a CD but also iPod interface, digital radio interface, Satellite, Bluetooth, but my favorite is the front panel USB interface. LOVE the radio first because it is a double DIN and looks GREAT in the car, but also because I've almost exclusively transferred my music to MP3 or WAV formats. I had all the options of the radio (above) installed and came out at about $800. Awesome radio. If anybody is interested, I have a PIE FRD03-POD/S for sale. Is brand new ... box has been opened but never installed. Was just about to post it on 4sale page. Attached Thumbnails __________________ 2004 Torch Red, Auto, IUP ... My DD. Low enough to look cool ... high enough to get through the car wash. Way less mods than most you dudes!

12-03-2007, 03:00 PM	#15
MachManStan 03 Azure Blue Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Collierville, TN Posts: 48	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 How much do you want for the PIE FRD03-POD/S? Stan __________________ 2003 Azure Blue Mach 1 Completely Stock

12-04-2007, 02:25 AM	#17
RAT '10 TLAC FS Champion Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Bossier City, La Posts: 439	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 Here's a thread on this subject. Read the info from Mineralman. He went with the PIE unit first, then found something better. Much better.. http://www.mach1registry.org/forums/...ad.php?t=57711 __________________ RAT 65-FS Red River Region - SCCA 2004 Torch Red Mach 1 5 speed IUP K & N Air Filter Denso IT16 MM 1/4" wheel spacers Kumho XS Mach 1 Floor Mats Hawk HPS Brake Pads Tokico D-Spec Struts/Shocks Steeda 35 MM Anti-Sway Bar

12-04-2007, 02:29 AM	#18
Fenixfire Its stock....No really! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 4,433	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 When you say keeping the system stock does that include the main unit? I was looking to put in a dvd navigation system. I like one that panasonic has and its got everything in it. Bluetooth, ipod hookup, SD Card memory expansion and it will work with the mach 460 speakers and amps. Why not just get one of those?

12-04-2007, 07:23 AM	#19
wutang61 CAT MASTA! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vero Beach, Florida Posts: 3,406	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 change yur head unit! Attached Thumbnails __________________ 04' Torched *6-speed* Build Date: 02/25/2004 Ported Eaton @7psi Viper T-56 Built 8.8,4.10's 441/402

12-04-2007, 01:36 PM	#21
wutang61 CAT MASTA! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Vero Beach, Florida Posts: 3,406	Re: iPod Interface for Mach 460 haha the trans is prolly the best mod i have ever done. vipers are lucky to get these lil 6-speeds. they rock! tho this might be my new favorite mod... Attached Thumbnails __________________ 04' Torched *6-speed* Build Date: 02/25/2004 Ported Eaton @7psi Viper T-56 Built 8.8,4.10's 441/402

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