Eos and iPod

[charles West]

I notice that several of you have ordered an Eos with iPod. Has anyone got it to work?
My fourth generation 40Gig ipod with software 3.1.1 a) doesn't fit in the glove box, and b) is not recognised by the radio.
On an Apple discussion board I noticed that some people had trouble in a Passat if they had the latest software on their iPod, so it would seem that VW need to update the software on the radio. Blaupunkt themselves have a software updater for the after fit market, but the radios that they make for VW are outside their knowledge!
Thanks, for comments, C.W.

[SWORDFISH]

I notice that several of you have ordered an Eos with iPod. Has anyone got it to work?
My fourth generation 40Gig ipod with software 3.1.1 a) doesn't fit in the glove box, and b) is not recognised by the radio.
On an Apple discussion board I noticed that some people had trouble in a Passat if they had the latest software on their iPod, so it would seem that VW need to update the software on the radio. Blaupunkt themselves have a software updater for the after fit market, but the radios that they make for VW are outside their knowledge!
Thanks, for comments, C.W.

I'm sorry, I don't understand, how does it not fit in the glovebox? Do you mean glovebox or centre console (as the glovebox is reasonably sized)?

I'm a bit worried about what you say with the fourth gen ipod, as I have just got an 80g fifth gen! It comes next week, here's hoping it works.

[charles West]

Sorry, the USB socket is in the armrest box, which would accomodate an iPod mini, but not a full size iPod.
That is not a major worry, as one can leave the lid of the arm rest slightly raised, and then there would be room for the iPod wire to come out. the failure of the radio to recognise the iPod is the bigger problem.
C.W.

[charles West]

An update - we have now tried a 3rd generation, and 4th generation iPod, a first generation shuffle, and a first generation nano; each of these with it's latest version of the software, and none of them was recognised by the VW radio.
C.W.

[SWORDFISH]

An update - we have now tried a 3rd generation, and 4th generation iPod, a first generation shuffle, and a first generation nano; each of these with it's latest version of the software, and none of them was recognised by the VW radio.
C.W.

If you want to PM me your email address, I have a pdf file I can email you with the ipod instructions. I seem to remember that it says the 4th generation is supported. You may have a dodgy connection

[GurnyGub]

I've just this week ordered a 3.2 Eos with dvd/satnav and ipod fitting, having believed this was a general mp3 connection, and therefore suitable for my sonyericsson phone music files. If anyone can quickly advise I'd appreciate it, as I now think I should straightaway change to a 6cd changer and go for a specific connection later. If there are problems with an ipod designated fitting, what chance would I have with a walkman phone?

[charles West]

If you want to PM me your email address, I have a pdf file I can email you with the ipod instructions. I seem to remember that it says the 4th generation is supported. You may have a dodgy connection

Many Thanks for the pdf that you kindly eMailed me. There was one thing in there that I had not tried, which was to re-boot the iPod while connected. I tried. No joy.
the dealer is going to try some other possiblities later this month - I'll keep you all posted.

[hula-hoops]

GurnyGub - The USB is a good alternative option since it is quick and easy to use. I know you have to duplicate what is on your mp3/phone but that is no big deal, and the sticks can always remain in the car. That's what I have gone for anyway. My V6 arrived with the 6 CD changer even though I specified the USB option. The local dealer then swaps it over.

[GurnyGub]

Thanks, hoops! I was feeling a wee bit out on a limb, as dealers were a bit shruggy. Well, tell me the good news about the car and handling then? This is the first time I've ever ordered a car without a test drive. I had extended test drives of an Eos 2T, an Audi 3.2 Q, an R32, so had a leap of faith. Health to drive!

[hula-hoops]

Well I was concerned too not having a test drive, but any worries I had instantly vanished on my first drive. I haven't driven far yet so too early to give a review, but early impressions are fantastic . You can drive it softly around town if you want, or you can slip into 'S' mode, switch off the radio and enjoy. My first cruise (and first drive in the daylight!) will be this weekend so I will be able to comment further then.