They should invent an interface that reads ipods and gives you a larger view screen...
I can only imagine how dangerous I'd be trying to shuffle my 20GB ipod while trying to drive on a windy road... I don't have time to create playlists and I get mad when shuffling and I hear something that rocks and then all of a sudden one of my more mellow tracks comes on... You just can't go from Slayer to Sheryl Crow ya know...

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Okay, I'll stop beating this topic dead shortly. TorontoJeff is on to something. I stopped at my local stereo installer's shop and picked up an adapter that connects between the existing "small" port on the back of the factory radio, and the original harness from the vehicle. Once I try it out, I'll let everyone know what it is, if it in fact works.

My BIG question is, for those of you who have already toyed around with the main connector harness that contains the power line, which wire is the power line most importantly, and which is the ground (I assume the black)? These are the only two direct wiring needs of the adapter, outside of wiring already built into the connector harness. Or should I simply tap into one of my two existing 12 volt power source adapators/plugs that we have? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You should check out crisco site he has step by step instructions when replacing factory radio.


http://www.rausite.com/hummerh3.htm

I did, and he stated there that some might question his choice of using the 12 volt power adapter/plug sources we have. Not sure why that is, other than possible noise interference. <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by First Hummer:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Okay, I'll stop beating this topic dead shortly. TorontoJeff is on to something. I stopped at my local stereo installer's shop and picked up an adapter that connects between the existing "small" port on the back of the factory radio, and the original harness from the vehicle. Once I try it out, I'll let everyone know what it is, if it in fact works.

My BIG question is, for those of you who have already toyed around with the main connector harness that contains the power line, which wire is the power line most importantly, and which is the ground (I assume the black)? These are the only two direct wiring needs of the adapter, outside of wiring already built into the connector harness. Or should I simply tap into one of my two existing 12 volt power source adapators/plugs that we have? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You should check out crisco site he has step by step instructions when replacing factory radio.


http://www.rausite.com/hummerh3.htm </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
I did, and he stated there that some might question his choice of using the 12 volt power adapter/plug sources we have. Not sure why that is, other than possible noise interference. <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by First Hummer:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Okay, I'll stop beating this topic dead shortly. TorontoJeff is on to something. I stopped at my local stereo installer's shop and picked up an adapter that connects between the existing "small" port on the back of the factory radio, and the original harness from the vehicle. Once I try it out, I'll let everyone know what it is, if it in fact works.

My BIG question is, for those of you who have already toyed around with the main connector harness that contains the power line, which wire is the power line most importantly, and which is the ground (I assume the black)? These are the only two direct wiring needs of the adapter, outside of wiring already built into the connector harness. Or should I simply tap into one of my two existing 12 volt power source adapators/plugs that we have? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

You should check out crisco site he has step by step instructions when replacing factory radio.


http://www.rausite.com/hummerh3.htm </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Well I didnt have to use any other power source,when I put my Alpne 9820xm in my H3.Just connect the 2 or 3 purple wires like we both did and you should be all set for aftermarket radio.

So, ANYONE! What do I have to do to get a direct connection for my iPod? I have been checking daily with http://www.peripheralelectronics.com and they still have not come out with the interface for the H3. I have this great truck and a great gift from my wife and I want the digital sound. I hate the damn iTrip! Unless I am on a country road it sucks! Guys help me out so I can get the sound I want!

Luvin My H3: this was posted on another forum and a member is hooking it up soon to try. I think it will work just fine but you still need to add the iPod interface which they sell as well...

http://store.yahoo.com/logjam/soundauxgm.html

Has anyone thought of using the Harman Kardon plug and drive ipod setup? I'm seriously thinking of going this route... I'm still unsure as HK uses an FM splitter and hardwires the ipod to the radio physically via the antennae port in the back. You control the ipod through a seperate screen and joystick type thing... looks pretty slick but wondering how well it works.

http://www.harmankardon.com/drive-1/how_it_works.aspx

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by nmikes:
Has anyone thought of using the Harman Kardon plug and drive ipod setup? I'm seriously thinking of going this route... I'm still unsure as HK uses an FM splitter and hardwires the ipod to the radio physically via the antennae port in the back. You control the ipod through a seperate screen and joystick type thing... looks pretty slick but wondering how well it works.

http://www.harmankardon.com/drive-1/how_it_works.aspx </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I have been looking at these also ... looks pretty cool but I have the 5th generation with video and I don't think it will work.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H3HUMVEE:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by nmikes:
Has anyone thought of using the Harman Kardon plug and drive ipod setup? I'm seriously thinking of going this route... I'm still unsure as HK uses an FM splitter and hardwires the ipod to the radio physically via the antennae port in the back. You control the ipod through a seperate screen and joystick type thing... looks pretty slick but wondering how well it works.

http://www.harmankardon.com/drive-1/how_it_works.aspx </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I have been looking at these also ... looks pretty cool but I have the 5th generation with video and I don't think it will work. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

From what I have read, this will work with the 5th gen iPod. Also the HK can be direct connected if you use the Soundgate AUX input. I am considering trying this also. I'm just not fond of sticking anything to my dash. I need to find a clever way/place to mount it.