New source for AUX-IN kit?

petteri · 01-22-2005, 04:40 PM

It looks like there may be another source for an AUX-IN kit and a IPOD control interface for the Prius. They don't mention much on the web site. I'm going to call them on Monday and see if the Prius is supported. Here's the link:

http://www.vaistech.com/home.html

bookrats · 01-22-2005, 06:29 PM

Thanks for posting this.

Re: AIC-100 Auxiliary Input Adapter (Audio):

After reading their literature, I'm a bit confused how you'd choose between the two AIC-100 AUX inputs on a Prius that doesn't have the 6-CD factory unit.

It's supposed to jump between AUX Source 1 and AUX Source 2 on the AIC-100 by hitting the "DISC +" and "DISC -" buttons on the factory stereo system. But unless you have a 6-CD factory stereo system, there is no DISC + and DISC - buttons -- only DISC.

deh2k · 01-22-2005, 07:22 PM

These products appear to be similar to ones that already exist, such as the Neo AUX-BOX and iPod2Car. But they cost significantly more. What's the advantage?

petteri · 01-22-2005, 07:43 PM

Quote:

These products appear to be similar to ones that already exist, such as the Neo AUX-BOX and iPod2Car. But they cost significantly more. What's the advantage?

I'm looking for a solution that doesn't disable the JBL 6-disk changer when you hook up an external source. Both the NEO and iPod2car require you to shut down, remove the aux in device and then you can use the changer. I want a more "finished" product.

mikepaul · 01-23-2005, 11:44 PM

$300 is out of my price range...

petteri · 02-24-2005, 05:12 PM

I just got a call from Vaistech. They haven't tested the product on a Prius yet, but they do think it should work. They took a look at the schematics for the Prius and say its the same as the Lexus. They are looking for testers to call them. I, like many here, have already ordered the Coastal kit, but if you haven't or just want to "play" give them a call and see if you can work out a deal with them. They claim it is a plug and play unit.

01-22-2005, 04:40 PM	#1
petteri Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Plantation, FL USA Posts: 186 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	New source for AUX-IN kit? It looks like there may be another source for an AUX-IN kit and a IPOD control interface for the Prius. They don't mention much on the web site. I'm going to call them on Monday and see if the Prius is supported. Here's the link: http://www.vaistech.com/home.html

01-22-2005, 07:22 PM	#3
deh2k Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 239 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Re: New source for AUX-IN kit? These products appear to be similar to ones that already exist, such as the Neo AUX-BOX and iPod2Car. But they cost significantly more. What's the advantage?

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01-22-2005, 06:29 PM	#2
bookrats Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 2,843 My Car: Package: Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	Thanks for posting this. Re: AIC-100 Auxiliary Input Adapter (Audio): After reading their literature, I'm a bit confused how you'd choose between the two AIC-100 AUX inputs on a Prius that doesn't have the 6-CD factory unit. It's supposed to jump between AUX Source 1 and AUX Source 2 on the AIC-100 by hitting the "DISC +" and "DISC -" buttons on the factory stereo system. But unless you have a 6-CD factory stereo system, there is no DISC + and DISC - buttons -- only DISC.

01-23-2005, 11:44 PM	#5
mikepaul Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Columbia, SC Posts: 1,668 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	$300 is out of my price range...

02-24-2005, 05:12 PM	#6
petteri Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Plantation, FL USA Posts: 186 My Car: 2004 Prius Package: #9 Nominated 0 Times in 0 Posts TOTM Awards: 0 Friends: 0	I just got a call from Vaistech. They haven't tested the product on a Prius yet, but they do think it should work. They took a look at the schematics for the Prius and say its the same as the Lexus. They are looking for testers to call them. I, like many here, have already ordered the Coastal kit, but if you haven't or just want to "play" give them a call and see if you can work out a deal with them. They claim it is a plug and play unit.