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Hey guys,

Im really keen to order one of these for myself as i recently got hit with the error1 on the std head unit.

This unit plugs into the back of the factory headunit and allows you to connect a ipod to it whilst also charging it.

Install looks easy as.

Price wise we are looking at the following per unit shipped to aus.

From there can either pickup or in aus (im in Sydney - Frenchs Forest)


The prices get better the more people that go in for the buy and look like the following:

1x $86usd + $34usd shipping = $120usd

2x $86usd + $38usd shipping = $210usd = $105usd each

3x $86usd + $45usd shipping = $303usd = $101usd each

4x $86usd + $45usd shipping = $389usd = $97.25usd each

5x $86usd + $54usd shipping = $484usd = $96.80usd each

6x $86usd + $54usd shipping = $570usd = $95usd each

7x $86usd + $54usd shipping = $656usd = $93.70usd each

More Details:

http://www.gromaudio.com/store/ipod_adapte...rom-i2-toy.html



1. oriphin
2. smnt -> USB Version
3. sydneyis200

Hey buddy,

Sorry but not after the IPOD one. However you could add the USB one to the shipping and i'll pick it up from ya in Frenchs Forest. :D

I wonder why the USB version is more expensive than the iPod one, usually it's the other way around! LOL

Hey no troubles, it can be any version really :)

Yeh heaps weird that the usb one costs more

Sweet thanks for updating it.

It could be more expensive because the USB one needs to know how to decode MP3s, WMAs, etc, while the iPod one just needs to pass sound from iPod to stereo, the iPod itself does the audio decoding.

Would it be cheaper if I participated in this GB since I'm in Melbourne? So basically, GROM USB gets sent to Sydney then I have to hassle someone to post it to Melbourne.

Hey mate, probably still worth it probably be a extra $10aud or so to post to Melbourne?

Yeh to save on shipping it would be sent to Sydney the to Melbourne

If a few people are interested ill see if they can do a discount as well ;)

I'm interested. A couple of questions...

When it's all connected up and you want to listen to the ipod, what function/source do you select (i.e. CD, TV, etc)?

Do you still control the song selection etc from the ipod?

Is it compatible with a standard 99' Altezza stereo?

Cheers :)

The stereo allows an external CD changer to be connected, and the GROM unit basically emulates that. Once plugged in, you press the CD button twice, the stereo will switch to the GROM unit.

You control songs via stereo buttons. If you plug the iPod via AUX then you control from iPod.

I've have '99 Altezza, stereo with MD player, works fine. Did have to disconnect the GPS unit though.

I am wondering if this is also compatible with the Apple iPhone?
Some products in the market ain't compatible with BOTH the iPod and the iPhone :)

Thanks for that Robo. So, using the GROM unit, can I plug my ipod touch into the unit then choose the songs as normal using the ipod and have them play through the stereo using the CD function? (I don't have an AUX option on my stereo, my stereo also has the cassette instead of the MD)

Will most stereo installers know how to hook one of these up?

If you want to control via iPod instead of from stereo, then you may need to get the USB version of the GROM unit instead, which has both USB and AUX connection. You should email them to see if the iPod version has an AUX connection.

You don't need a stereo installer, it's literally one cable plug in to back of stereo.

Thanks for that. Sounds like the USB version may be a better way to go...

Perfect, one cable I can do. I can also fit a band expander while i'm at it.

Cheers

Yup

Yeh mate sounds perfect for you,

Although it might be cheaper to run a NZ group buy as well

Yeah, I did think about that, since it would have to get shipped to AUS then to NZ

well I just installed mine 2 weeks ago. It charges the iphone while you listen to the music. But its unable to display the name of the song. And you need to setup playlist.

Its very easy to install, took me 45 minuntes to install it the first time. It'll be alot quicker the 2nd time.

Works with Iphone's I have had mine for about 2 years now you just need to update the software the instructions are on the GROM site

Great unit for the price with no more ERR message

Cheers,

Thanks for the replys guys, going to close this off to order soon, getting sick of the radio!!

Add me for a iPod version Troy ;)

Good time to buy guys since the AUD is strong against the USD (0.91 today).

When do you plan to order? Possibly interested in the USB version with the free 2GB USB stick :P

Shall we have a group install day once they arrive? :)

x 2 Simon !!

Hey mate, ill set the date now,

Close off this Friday, then ill email everyone my account info and estimate cost.

Ill order them as soon as everyone who has put their name down has cleared :) cant wait!!! radio is killing me lol


Oh and group install day would be sweet!! Nicks already oke'd his place for venue :)

Awesome. you know you can use one of these! LOL

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Car-Audio-Cassette-...=item23039ad349

Haha Yeah I did have one of those a while ago ... would be good to have something that would charge the iPod/iPhone too :D

PMs sent with details this GB is now closed =D!

Hey guys just letting you know almost all payments are received :)

One person cant pay till Friday but ill order then :)

Apologies all, payment sent!

All good Simon :)

Order done!


Deliver To: Troy Schuetrumpf
XX XXXXXXX Road
XXXXXXXXXX New South Wales XXXX
Australia
Seller Information: GromAudio
service@gromaudio.com

This Payment will appear on your credit card statement as "GROMAUDIO"

Receipt ID: 2112-3603-4249-9596
Placed on 13 Nov. 2009
Item Options Quantity Amount
Toyota / Scion / Lexus GROM iPod Adapter Direct Interface
Item Number TOYI2 car make: Lexus is300 2003
choice:
2 $179.98

Toyota / Scion / Lexus GROM USB car interface adapter
Item Number TOYU2 car make: Lexus is300 2003
choice:
2 $249.98
2GB USB stick (free)
Item Number USB2GBF $0.00

Subtotal: $429.96 USD
Postage & Packing: $54.00 USD
Total Amount: $483.96 USD


Troy thanks for the group buy. I blanked out your address for security reasons. It's a public forum.

Dear Troy,
-----------------------------------
Thank you for your purchase of "Toyota / Scion / Lexus GROM iPod Adapter Direct Interface(TOYI2)".
We got your payment and processing your order.
Please allow 1-2 business days for us to ship your order,
You may check your order status on this page: http://indashpc.org/new/orderstatus.html
With Best Regards,
GromAudio team

Good stuff Troy :D ... Any idea when this will reach Oz ?

Nah not sure yet got a update email saying that it will be shipped monday though :)

ill most likely will be helping troy install his, so if anyone needs install help or just assistance in taking apart their dash without damaging something come round to mine and we can do a group install. My front yard can fit 10+ cars comfortably!

Mind if I just pop in and learn how to take the dash apart on the day? :)

I'll be there ... Let me know when & where ;)

Haha thanks for poping in Nick,
Mini meet at Nicks! lol

They were shipped today so were looking at 5-10 days :) cant wait for that knock on the door!

Ill have to put a amp remote cable in at the same time ;)

haha yea no worries, let me know when they arrive.

Dispatch away...!

International Dispatch UNITED STATES 11/17/09 5:22am

Arrival UNITED STATES 11/17/09 5:20am

Electronic Shipping BELMONT CA 94002 11/17/09 4:05am
Info Received

Acceptance BELMONT CA 94002 11/16/09 4:35pm