Is 250 Ipod Connection

[is250newbie]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

[saracen]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

Hey newbie, how much did this connector cost? I'd be interested as I have the Belkin power connector but as you say can't use it as the centre console will not close.

[is250newbie]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

Hey newbie, how much did this connector cost? I'd be interested as I have the Belkin power connector but as you say can't use it as the centre console will not close.

Its pretty cheap (under £20) but I bought it some time ago for my old car so not sure of the exact price. They also do a box that turns a single power outlet into 3 outlets. However, with this one, although the console will close, the box does not fit in there tidely. Y connector works fine though.

[MrADeveci]

:D

[is250newbie]

My Y connector is one lead going into 2 leads so does fit in the console. The 2 way box is similar though.

[saracen]

Thanks for the pics Scarface. I went to Halfords today but they had run out of the 2 connectors, will keep an eye out. It is not pressing as the iPod seems to last forever on a single charge.

[oldcro]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

I have a Sonny Ericsson charger and at first I had the same problem. The plug was too high for the console lid to close. Failing to find an alternative I decided to try it again.

Whoa and behold and yipee This time I pushed the plug in as far as I could and I could close the lid :D :D I think I was a little scared first time I was being extra careful considering the car was brand new.

oldun

[Tango]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

I found my Kensington PC power adator works quite well and allows the console to close (see pic). Would really like to operate it through the touchscreen though...

[skaye]

Tango, that is an excellent picture and very helpful. I am sure I have one of those Kensington PC Charger things around so I have to dust it off and see how I go. Many thanks!

[Roonaldo]

Is there anywhere online that sells the splitter to allow the armrest to close properly?

[smeatons]

Has anyone tried this from Maplin?

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?Module...garette&doy=9m4

Currently a 2 week wait, but they are under a fiver.

regards,

David

[Scarlet Pimpernell]

David,

I seriously doubt it would fit in the arm rest. Even inserted and "folded", the width looks too great. It does seem GVFM tho'.

I have a Nokia Charging lead which won't fit. There's about an inch tops above the inlet, so you need something really discreet.

I'm actually thinking of making an extension...I have an old Cig Lighter (female) and an old 12V B/W TV cord (Male end with cord)...need to "marry" the male and female ends...

WTS

[Roonaldo]

Do you reckon any of these would fit, and allow closure of centre console?

Splitters

[Scarlet Pimpernell]

Do you reckon any of these would fit, and allow closure of centre console?

Splitters

Others might care to comment...

But I don't think so....

I have the Pama Cigaretter lighter extension that's actually shown on there, but there is absolutely no way of closing the armrest with that in there...

The actual "male" end and sufficient cable flex attachment can be no longer than 8cm max..that's the rule of thumb to follow. Anything bigger and you could be struggling. It's where the Halfords one looks much better.

See picture:

The black one is my Nokia charger - won't fit. It is approx 2cm too big

The grey one is the 12v Mail supply and works a treat, which I am going to "butcher" over the next few weeks to extend it to a new Female ciggy lighter (supplimentary fused of course) - which is somewhere in the Black Hole - AKA my garage. Need to send in a search party to get it...it'll only give me one useable socket in there but then that's all I want...

PS Picture updated to show the Pama Extension too....

[Roonaldo]

Do you reckon any of these would fit, and allow closure of centre console?

Splitters

Others might care to comment...

But I don't think so....

I have the Pama Cigaretter lighter extension that's actually shown on there, but there is absolutely no way of closing the armrest with that in there...

The actual "male" end and sufficient cable flex attachment can be no longer than 8cm max..that's the rule of thumb to follow. Anything bigger and you could be struggling. It's where the Halfords one looks much better.

See picture:

The black one is my Nokia charger - won't fit. It is approx 2cm too big

The grey one is the 12v Mail supply and works a treat, which I am going to "butcher" over the next few weeks to extend it to a new Female ciggy lighter (supplimentary fused of course) - which is somewhere in the Black Hole - AKA my garage. Need to send in a search party to get it...it'll only give me one useable socket in there but then that's all I want...

PS Picture updated to show the Pama Extension too....

Cheers Jamboo, so the grey one fits OK yes?

Are the Halfords ones still available then, if they fit? Why don't you get one of them, instead of making your own?

Cheers,

[Scarlet Pimpernell]

The grey one fits OK...Halfords have never got any in stock!! I've been 4 times now...and they can't tell me when either...so this is a back up plan !!

I'll still get the Halfords one when I see one...

[Dave Jones]

These fit nicely in the armrest power supply. Bit pricey but you can use the same charger for several things - I do my Nokia, Blackberry and Ipod from mine (separately - not at same time).

[down south]

I saw some posts on this a few weeks ago but I was not sure whether this was resolved so apologies if you already know this.

The problem was that none of the standard power connections would allow the centre console to close. Here is a solution. Halfords sell a 'Y' connector (turns one socket into two) that has a low profile connection to the power outlet allowing the console to close. This then gives you 2 power outlets inside the console. I have used one for my phone charger and the other for the Belkin iPOD connector (shown in another post). It all works a treat and no clutter :)

I have a Sonny Ericsson charger and at first I had the same problem. The plug was too high for the console lid to close. Failing to find an alternative I decided to try it again.

Whoa and behold and yipee This time I pushed the plug in as far as I could and I could close the lid :D :D I think I was a little scared first time I was being extra careful considering the car was brand new.

oldun

I did exactly the smae thing - split the charger in two but it still works and the armrest shuts properly.

[col75]

I use a 20gig Sony MP3 player on it, so why do they call it an I Pod connection when it will fit any MP3 :duh:

[Scarlet Pimpernell]

It's like Vacuum clraners being called Hoovers...Apple have set the trend for MP3 Players, some may call it a "Stereo type" :P

Went to Halfords and picked this up for £8.99. They had 'em falling out of the aisles today!! They had a Halfords own brand 4 way one for a squid less, but I thort it was too wide!!

[spike69]

I got this Monster iPod car charger which is low profile and allows the armrest to close - http://www.podzone.co.uk/ipod-car-accessor...-chargerforipod - managed to get it on eBay for £15.

[mysticraver]

Hi,

can somebody tell me a link to eBay, where i can buy a running adapter?

Thanxs a lot!

[scott]

Hi,

can somebody tell me a link to ebay, where i can buy a running adapter?

Thanxs a lot!

Not sure what you mean, but apple do this for the iPod Nano

iPod + Nike

My understanding is that you don't have to buy the Nike shoes but can get a pouch of eBay which allows the sensor to be attached to your shoe laces.