Are there any direct connections for IPOD. Anyone using fm transmitter( Monster) and how is the reception.

Are there any direct connections for IPOD. Anyone using fm transmitter( Monster) and how is the reception.

check with these guys. This is what many have used in the H2.

http://www.pac-audio.com/

I am using monster with FM modulator and it is less than I like. H3 need an AUX bad.

HEY, is the radio with the disc changer in any other GM auto.

FM Modulators suck major ass. I am seriously thinking about ditching my stereo and adding an Alpine touchscreen and iPod connection to get the job done. My guess is then I'll probably have to buy new speakers and an amp, and kiss OnStar goodbye. Not ready to do all that yet.

I know some people in other cars have used what amounts to a free auxiliary (i.e. audio casette, etc.) deck in their GM cars to hook up a 1/8" miniplug, and they plug their iPod into that. Or, if they don't want to use the six-disc changer (with an iPod, who cares?) they use the plugs for that.

It requires a bit of work to do it (to get behind your stereo), but I imagine a similar thing may be possible on the H3.

I consider the lack of an AUX port to be a major oversight. If I was on the fence, it could literally be the thing to push me over the edge - to the point that I'd even pay $50 for what would probably cost GM $1.00 or less to add.

A buddy of mine has a sweet little monitor in the dash of his Sequoia. We measured it and it would be the perfect fit in the stereo area of our H3's! On top of that, he has a bumper camera mounted on his SUV that is routed directly into the monitor. It's very slick. I'm really struggling to not make that purchase!

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by H3OH:
A buddy of mine has a sweet little monitor in the dash of his Sequoia. We measured it and it would be the perfect fit in the stereo area of our H3's! On top of that, he has a bumper camera mounted on his SUV that is routed directly into the monitor. It's very slick. I'm really struggling to not make that purchase! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I definitely think that the H3 needs an AUX jack....that's something I'll miss when I trade the Element in for the H3. I use it every time I'm in the car...

As for FM modulator's- I think they're pretty much useless. I have the Griffin iTrip and since I live in a fairly large city it's pretty much impossible to find a blank station that I can use to play the iPod.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dani:
..when I trade the Element in for the H3. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Words I never thought I would hear, trading an Element for a Hummer

We will have to come up with an iPod solution for you because once you go to a Hummer we can't have you missing anything about your Element

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dani:
..when I trade the Element in for the H3. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Words I never thought I would hear, trading an Element for a Hummer

</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I like to think of it this way.....if the H3 was available 2 1/2 yrs ago- I wouldn't have to trade the Element for a Hummer. I'd already have one

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dani:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by HummerNewbie:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dani:
..when I trade the Element in for the H3. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Words I never thought I would hear, trading an Element for a Hummer

</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I like to think of it this way.....if the H3 was available 2 1/2 yrs ago- I wouldn't have to trade the Element for a Hummer. I'd already have one </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Very good point

I use an iPod mini with a Belkin TuneBase. It has a gooseneck that allows me to locate my iPod mini low and in front of my manual shifter. The top of iPod ends up lined up with the rear wiper control. It plays throught the radio and works great however I noticed that it's performance is dependent on what vehicle you drive and what area you drive in. My wifes X3 has a little more of a reception problem when using the device. This Belkin Tunebase also charges the iPod mini. See link:

http://store.apple.com/1-800-MY-APPLE/WebObjects/AppleS...19.0.1.1.1.1.0.1.0.1

Here's a pic of the my iPod mini with a Belkin TuneBase.

What about this?
Will this work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/2003-2006-Hummer-H2-H3-SUT-iPod-Int...QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by WhiteH3:
Here's a pic of the my iPod mini with a Belkin TuneBase. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

This is my Ipod with Alpine 9820xm.

I have the ipod mini with a monster fm transmitter. It works perfectly for me. I havent used it in my hummer yet, but it worked great in the wrangler.

<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 WhiteH3:
Here's a pic of the my iPod mini with a Belkin TuneBase. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

This is my Ipod with Alpine 9820xm. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Tie your shoes First Hummer!

The H3 does have an AUX input, i know because i just hooked my ipod up through it. (I have the basic stereo with the single CD player). If you keep pressing the BAND button, once the ipod is connected to the AUX input, you get the AUX channels (1 and 2).

So is there not an Aux connection on the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system?

The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out?

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and place them in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out.

Does anyone know if the same AUX port is also on the Monsoon/6Disc/AM/FM? I just placed and order last night: Slate Blue/LUX. I would be willing to change the order tomorrow if it doesn't have the jack. Connecting my ipod is essential. Thanks for any help.

Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and placet hem in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </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:
Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and placet hem in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

dude its only 12 volts anyway.ok sorry 24 with both.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and place them in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Just removed my Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system and guess what?? THERE IS NOT AN AUX INPUT!!! The freakin' Hummer 800-line people I called yesterday don't have a clue. Now that I have it out, what should I do? The most important thing to me is to get the ipod connection made directly through some sort of head unit, not through FM modulation. Should I just get the basic H3 stereo (which TorontoJeff says has the AUX connection), or should I look for something else? I do not like the way aftermarket stereos look in our beautiful brushed steel console, unless the steel on the aftermarket is identical to it (which isn't likely). Is there any DVD touch screen that fits the entire space perfectly, and will have a connection for an iPod?<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:
Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and place them in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </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:
Just removed my Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system and guess what?? THERE IS NOT AN AUX INPUT!!! The freakin' Hummer 800-line people I called yesterday don't have a clue. Now that I have it out, what should I do? The most important thing to me is to get the ipod connection made directly through some sort of head unit, not through FM modulation. Should I just get the basic H3 stereo (which TorontoJeff says has the AUX connection), or should I look for something else? I do not like the way aftermarket stereos look in our beautiful brushed steel console, unless the steel on the aftermarket is identical to it (which isn't likely). Is there any DVD touch screen that fits the entire space perfectly, and will have a connection for an iPod?<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:
Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and place them in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hummer4Life: I've recently purchased an iMac G5 and with it came a mini iPod (now my girlfriends). More importantly I have purchased an H3 (Slate Blue/Lux Pkg/XM Stereo-6 CD/AM-FM) How difficult will it be to interface her iPod with the Stereo? I'm not electronically savvy. Your insight is appreciated.

Well, the sad news appears to be that those of us with upgraded stereo systems i.e. anything other than the base single CD without monsoon, are stuck with using an FM modulator to play the iPod through the factory stereo, or purchase an aftermarket stereo with an AUX port. <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by xburbman:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Just removed my Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system and guess what?? THERE IS NOT AN AUX INPUT!!! The freakin' Hummer 800-line people I called yesterday don't have a clue. Now that I have it out, what should I do? The most important thing to me is to get the ipod connection made directly through some sort of head unit, not through FM modulation. Should I just get the basic H3 stereo (which TorontoJeff says has the AUX connection), or should I look for something else? I do not like the way aftermarket stereos look in our beautiful brushed steel console, unless the steel on the aftermarket is identical to it (which isn't likely). Is there any DVD touch screen that fits the entire space perfectly, and will have a connection for an iPod?<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:
Thanks First Hummer. You aren't trying to get me fried, are you? It's okay for me to stick my fingers in the two power outlets at the bottom of the console?<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:
The Hummer folks confirmed to me that there IS an AUX port on the back of the Monsoon/MP3/Single Disc/AM/FM system. Is the system easy to pull out? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Radio is very easy to pull out.Take 2 fingers and place them in the 2 power connectors and pull outwards.Once you have those clips pulled out the rest should be easy.Remember the Vents at top will come out with the front panel.Then just 4 bolts to un screw and it should slide rite out. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hummer4Life: I've recently purchased an iMac G5 and with it came a mini iPod (now my girlfriends). More importantly I have purchased an H3 (Slate Blue/Lux Pkg/XM Stereo-6 CD/AM-FM) How difficult will it be to interface her iPod with the Stereo? I'm not electronically savvy. Your insight is appreciated. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

http://www.jpcustoms.com/store/custo...me.php?cat=734
This is what I use
photos of the ipod
http://homepage.mac.com/redbulljunkie/PhotoAlbum1.html

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TorontoJeff:
The H3 does have an AUX input, i know because i just hooked my ipod up through it. (I have the basic stereo with the single CD player). If you keep pressing the BAND button, once the ipod is connected to the AUX input, you get the AUX channels (1 and 2). </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hey TorontoJeff, would you like to share on how you where able to hook-up your iPod through the AUX Input?

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dukein:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TorontoJeff:
The H3 does have an AUX input, i know because i just hooked my ipod up through it. (I have the basic stereo with the single CD player). If you keep pressing the BAND button, once the ipod is connected to the AUX input, you get the AUX channels (1 and 2). </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hey TorontoJeff, would you like to share on how you where able to hook-up your iPod through the AUX Input? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

This is the back of the basic radio from my H3 and I dont see any aux jack anywhere.

There is a GM cable that hooks the ipod up to the AUX port. from there you can use a variety of aftermarket cradles to mount on the dashboard. (i used the one by DLO called Transpod)

for more info on the Ipod cable (as i do not know the proper terms) call the store that installed mine, Kromer Radio, at (416) 920-6700



<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by dukein:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TorontoJeff:
The H3 does have an AUX input, i know because i just hooked my ipod up through it. (I have the basic stereo with the single CD player). If you keep pressing the BAND button, once the ipod is connected to the AUX input, you get the AUX channels (1 and 2). </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Hey TorontoJeff, would you like to share on how you where able to hook-up your iPod through the AUX Input? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Doesn't look like this will help you with the stock H3 stereo, but if you ever change it out to, say, Alpine, there's a perfect solution, called KCA-420i... an iPod adapter. Direct connection = 0 loss in quality, and you get full control from your deck.

I believe there is an aux adapter available that can be used in the H3. I had something similar in my Denali and it used the CD changer's input for a direct connection. You can look at it here.

Is the iPod's headphone jack or bottom pin/dock connector used to connect it to the stereo? Isn't the sound quality better when the bottom pin/dock connector used, instead of the headphone jack? <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by psywzrd:
I believe there is an aux adapter available that can be used in the H3. I had something similar in my Denali and it used the CD changer's input for a direct connection. You can look at it here. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by WhiteH3:
Here's a pic of the my iPod mini with a Belkin TuneBase. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

How is the sound quality? I saw that at The Sharper Image.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Hummer4Life:
Is the iPod's headphone jack or bottom pin/dock connector used to connect it to the stereo? Isn't the sound quality better when the bottom pin/dock connector used, instead of the headphone jack? <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by psywzrd:
I believe there is an aux adapter available that can be used in the H3. I had something similar in my Denali and it used the CD changer's input for a direct connection. You can look at it here. </div></BLOCKQUOTE> </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

The connector I have uses the digital dock on the bottom of the Ipod, not the headphone jack. it also charges while in the Transpod. The sound is fantastic.

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?

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">http://www.jpcustoms.com/store/custo...me.php?cat=734
This is what I use
photos of the ipod
http://homepage.mac.com/redbulljunkie/PhotoAlbum1.html </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Go Rebels!

iPhoto is so sweet.