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Old 24-04-2009, 01:13 PM   #1
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Default New Fiesta LX: iPod connector
newbie here, considering a Fiesta soon, not sure which model though

read most of the topics concerning the new Fiesta, and not sure if this has been covered before.
The New Fiesta LX does not come with USB, so does that mean true iPod intergation can't be done ? I know it does have an AUX -in , but that's not good.
Anybody here with an LX that's found a way out?

I don't think it's worth to buy a Zetec, just to get iPod/USB support
From what I can tell Zetec offers over LX:-
- USB/iPod integration
- Sports Kit
- Safety Package inc. ESC
- interior trim ?
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Old 24-04-2009, 01:40 PM   #2
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From what I can tell Zetec offers over LX:-
- USB/iPod integration
- Sports Kit
- Safety Package inc. ESC
- interior trim ?
a few other bits and pieces (like projectors, ambient lighting ...) as well as that list.

The safety package with ESC is the big one though and well worth the extra.
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Old 24-04-2009, 02:25 PM   #3
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As for the Ipod connection, I suspect the LX headunit is missing a control unit but given they look to be the same head unit, it may be an aftermarket option addon.
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Old 24-04-2009, 04:06 PM   #4
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As far as I know, I stand to be corrected, the only way to hook up your Ipod is with a cable (sold separately) in to the AUX 3.5mm jack which comes standard across the range. I don't think (again stand to be corrected) there is anyway to control your Ipod with the car stereo in any model.
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Old 24-04-2009, 04:07 PM   #5
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Nope, my Ipod connects to the USB port with the cable that Ford supplied. Direct connection.

You can also connect via the aux in but no Ipod controls on the Fiesta if using that method
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Old 24-04-2009, 04:11 PM   #6
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Nope, my Ipod connects to the USB port with the cable that Ford supplied. Direct connection.
that method
So this way you can use the car screen to select songs from your Ipod just like if you had a USB memory stick in?
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Old 24-04-2009, 04:12 PM   #7
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Yes - full Ipod control.

Once connected, the Ford logo shows up on the Ipod screen.

Plays playlists, individual songs, On The Go, full ID tags etc
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Old 24-04-2009, 04:22 PM   #8
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Old 24-04-2009, 09:52 PM   #9
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Yeah I know that the iPod connection works with Zetec, but I was asking about LX specifically ....
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Old 24-04-2009, 10:55 PM   #10
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Yes - full Ipod control.

Once connected, the Ford logo shows up on the Ipod screen.

Plays playlists, individual songs, On The Go, full ID tags etc
Does the ipod connection work with all the latest versions of ipod? I've got an ipod touch and soon to be getting an iphone when my current phone contract expires.
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Old 24-04-2009, 11:20 PM   #11
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Zetec Dave there is a link on the ford website in the New Fiesta section that allows you to see which ipods are compatable.
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If I recall, the latest ipods were released before the Fiesta. So they should be good to go.
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Old 25-04-2009, 11:30 AM   #13
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Yeah I know that the iPod connection works with Zetec, but I was asking about LX specifically ....
Well the LX does not get a USB connection so I think your answer is no, unless you plug it in to the AUX...?
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Old 25-04-2009, 01:08 PM   #14
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Zetec Dave there is a link on the ford website in the New Fiesta section that allows you to see which ipods are compatable.
Cheers for that.
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Old 26-04-2009, 02:49 PM   #15
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Zetec Dave there is a link on the ford website in the New Fiesta section that allows you to see which ipods are compatable.
Hi mate, been fishing around online and ford website but can't sem to find the link for the ipod compatibility listing. If anyone knows of the link could they please place the link on here or cut and paste the listing? Cheers and thanks in advance.
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Old 26-04-2009, 02:59 PM   #16
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Try this one

http://www.ford-mobile-connectivity.com/

Edit - oh and whilst they don't officially support the IPhone, Ford said they have tried it and it works (in their tech info)

Hope that helps
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Old 26-04-2009, 04:11 PM   #17
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Try this one

http://www.ford-mobile-connectivity.com/

Edit - oh and whilst they don't officially support the IPhone, Ford said they have tried it and it works (in their tech info)

Hope that helps
Cheers mate, really appreciate your time and effort and thanks for your help.
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