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Got the new Griffin Autopilot installed and working. Quick picture shown here. Definitely nice for controlling the iPod while driving.
I was able to route the cables under the cup holder (not shown in pic) with no issues.
Line out sounds awesome – no strange noises or otherwise that folks have reported with headphone out. And no messing with volume on iPod.
When the car is shut off, it pauses the iPod, which is nice as well so you can start where you left off. It does not turn off the iPod, or continue charging – at least not in my C30. The 12V socket loses power when the car goes off. Of course, if your 12V socket doesn't turn off, then the iPod would merrily continue playing since it doesn't know any better…
The only annoying thing is response time on the next track button. I'm using mine with an iPhone that functions only as my iPod (long story – I don't use my iPhone as a phone anymore, just for it's iPod abilities), and when I hit the next button just as a new track starts to play, it doesn't register. I end up having to wait a few seconds, and then hit it.
Other than that minor glitch, it's a really easy way to use your iPod without looking at it, provides very clean and clear line-out audio quality, and it charges it as well.
Griffin autopilot installed
February 28, 2008 By Leave a Comment
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