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The iPod Ice Link Plus adapter comes in 4 available designs:

1) Dock Cable: Ideal for a quick, easy and flexible installation in any car’s glove box. Simply route the cable from the back of your radio to the inside of your glove box. This hides the wire and results in a secure and integrated docking station for your iPod. While connected to the Dock Cable, your iPod keeps charging ensuring you have full battery capacity (ready to play) when you leave your car.

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Any competent “DIYer” can do it Set yourself some free time to plan and install your CD changer. Think about where your CD changer is going to be positioned and ensure that access is clear enough to insert and eject the magazine.

There are very few connections to be made in a CD changer installation and, though it can be somewhat time-consuming in some vehicles, we think you’ll be happy to save yourself an installer’s fee.

When mounting the CD Changer you can use the brackets and screws supplied with each changer. Some car audio shops can supply you with adhesive Velcro for FREE (You just let them know via email when ordering).

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The information below will eliminate 97% of Sony NW-HD Adapter/Car Kit errors or “non functioning product” issues.

Quick Diagnostic Procedures:

Reinitialize your Sony NW-HD Adapter/Car Kit

This basically means to reset your Sony NW-HD Car Kit with respect to its communication with your radio. To do this, remove your keys from your ignition and then disconnect your iPod adapter from your radio. Leave it disconnected for 15 minutes then reconnect to the rear of your car radio. Now, switch the ignition on and try for correct operation.

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There are several noise sources in a car audio setup. In this article, I’ll talk about one where your car speakers produce noise that seems to increase when you “rev” the engine. You’ll get to learn how to eliminate that annoying noise and enjoy your music.

First, you must understand that this is simply interference or induced noise. Induced noise can sound like clicking, popping, whirring, buzzing, whistling, or whining. This noise always has a source such as the alternator, car power wiring, amplifier, etc. So this means that the problem can be tackled at the source. Now, you just have to find it.

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Here are ten things that will help you if your CD changer will not play or if they skip.

1) Before installing your CD changer ensure you have removed the transportation screws, (where fitted). These will be highly visible on the exterior of the CD Changer.

2) Ensure the angle mounting adjustment screws found at either side of the CD changer have been set correctly according to the angle at which the CD changer has been mounted. Consult your handbook for details.

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The radios in VW cars (1998 model and onwards) use an amplified aerial for improved radio reception. This amplifier is built into the base of the aerial and is powered by a feed from the stereo. This power feed is sent down the center of the aerial cable.

Therefore, if the factory-fitted stereo is replaced with an aftermarket unit, the aerial will no longer get this power feed and the amplifier in the aerial will not be turned on. This will result in poor radio reception.

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I strongly recommend the following resources to help you get technical help fast. These will be useful if you need help removing or installing a radio. If you don’t know how to remove the surrounding dash pieces to access the actual radio itself or you may need wiring help, these should help you get a speedy answer.

Car Forums:
These can be a fantastic source of techincal help and information and i can guarantee that someone online has done what you are trying to do and will love to help.

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There are several noise sources in a car audio setup. In this article, I’ll talk about one where your car speakers produce noise that seems to increase when you “rev” the engine. You’ll get to learn how to eliminate that annoying noise and enjoy your music.

First, you must understand that this is simply interference or induced noise. Induced noise can sound like clicking, popping, whirring, buzzing, whistling, or whining. This noise always has a source such as the alternator, car power wiring, amplifier, etc. So this means that the problem can be tackled at the source. Now, you just have to find it.

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The Ford KA fascia’s are somewhat awkward to fit, this is what you do. To ensure a solid fit you have to use the included black plastic clip that comes with the fascia, this runs along the runner inside of the radio aperture. This is the equivalent of the original Ford clip that is built onto the rear of the Ford radio. The radio will not fit right if you don’t use this.

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Installing your Dension iPod Car Kit is straightforward and is slightly different depending on the kit you have ordered for your particular vehicle. Read through the options below and if you don’t really want to install yourself, at the bottom of the page you’ll find details of finding a professional installer in your area. Many customers prefer to leave it to someone with the experience to ensure a successful installation first time.

*Full installation instructions and user manual are supplied with all Dension iPod Ice>Link Plus versions. Average installation time by customers is between 15 and 60 minutes.

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