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Ipod - usb vs aux

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by Linda513, May 4, 2012.

  1. Linda513

    Linda513 Junior Member

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    I am currently using the aux plug to plug my ipod into the Prius, because I have the type of aux cable that also has a charging cable which I plug into the charger in the console, that way the battery on the ipod never runs out.

    Are there any advantages to plugging in my ipod with a usb cable instead of the aux cable? And will this keep my ipod charged as well?

    Linda
     
    #1 Linda513, May 4, 2012
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    The USB will keep your iPod charged. It also gives you the function of changing tracks and looking through your music with your display unit. I would think its more convenient. That way you can just keep your Ipod tucked away in the compartment instead of having it occupy one of the cup holders.
     
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    Ah, yes that does seem like a big advantage. I didn't know that, thank you!
     
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    I have my iPod connected to USB, and keep it the console box. It keeps charged. My iPhone is hooked up BT. This means no Entune, but not a big loss I think. On a long trip I might switch to USB for phone to charge, but it really doesn't need it much because it is mostly idle.

    The ipos USB functions are very good.
     
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    I tried the usb connection, but I can't fast forward or rewind when listening. I've been listening to mp3's of lectures, and this is a real problem. And it seems that all control of the ipod is lost to the car system. I suppose this method is fine for music, but definitely not lectures or books. Back to the aux for me.
     
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    I think fast forward/rewind is limited to skipping forward or back tracks, so probably a problem with lectures, books, podcasts.
     
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    An iPhone 4 needs 5 volts, 1amp in order to charge. The USB connection in Prius (like most USB ports) is 5 volt 1/2 amp, which will charge slowly, but not if the phone is in use. When I drove from LA to SF, using the phone's GPS and Bluetooth most of the way, the battery depleted as I drove. There are 12v, 1A car chargers designed for iPhone which will charge the phone at full speed.
     
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    I thought if you hold down on the forward/backward buttons that it will move through the same track.
     
    #8 markabele, May 8, 2012
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