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DICE's HD Radio and iPod Kit

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Audio and Electronics' started by Vagabond, Jan 7, 2007.

  1. Vagabond

    Vagabond Active Member

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    Quick place holder - I need to get to a lunch date but I wanted these up. I'll post these pics properly in a few hours and some comments as well.

    Look at this directory for photos.
    http://www.njaquay.com/HD%20Prius%20Pics/

    If you look closely you'll notice a pic of my very fat cat.


    First impression, the difference between normal FM and HD is huge - it sounds 19x better and for some stations, they broadcast on 2 or more different channels - for instance for KROQ here in LA I can hear 2 different songs of KROQ's music. Nice.

    More later. :D


    I promise to resize.
     
  2. Danny

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    I received mine from DICE last week and was hoping to have the time to install it today, but it ended up raining all day and I wasn't able to.

    I look forward to comparing notes with you, Vagabond.
     
  3. H2OSkier

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    I'd be interested in knowing if the iPod interface works any better than their other product most of us have. I'd be willing to spend more money if the iPod interface worked correctly, e.g. the data on the display.

    Thanks,

    Ken
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Danny @ Jan 8 2007, 12:55 AM) [snapback]372367[/snapback]</div>

    I'm really interested in getting one of these, but want to hear some feedback before committing. I'd like to know if the HD units are as buggy as the IPod versions. Also, I'm wondering about installation. Thanks to Vagabond for the photos, but I'm not sure I want so many wires hanging around. Is this something I should take to a professional to install or is it pretty easy to put in yourself (assuming a reasonable level of expertise in electronics).

    Thanks!
     
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    Is the sirius tuner still connected? how is that done and which products do I need to purchase to connect: ipod, hd radio and the sirius connect tuner?

    is it that aux input on the HD dice is a toyota style din connector so you can just daisy chain these things together?

    i'm very interested as i'd like to have HD radio, already have a sirius connect tuner with lifetime subscription which i pulled out of my previous car, and would like to have ipod integration instead of just the 3.5mm input in the console.
     
  6. H2OSkier

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    Wondering if there is any new feedback to report ? :) I'm also interested why the use of an additional antenna.

    Thanks,

    Ken
     
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    I saw this on the floor at CES, DICE had a Prius in their booth.... I instantly went on-line and purchased one...... I can't wait.. I need my HD Radio


    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Vagabond @ Jan 7 2007, 01:34 PM) [snapback]372183[/snapback]</div>
     
  8. TJandGENESIS

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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(H2OSkier @ Jan 10 2007, 02:21 PM) [snapback]373613[/snapback]</div>
    Yes, I as well, would spend some cash if the iPod interface worked...
     
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    It's been awhile, any updates on the HD Radio yet ?

    Thanks !!

    Ken
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(H2OSkier @ Jan 30 2007, 12:13 PM) [snapback]382807[/snapback]</div>
    How many people would we need for a group buy? At this point I might be willing to give it a go without lots of feedback, but it would be nice to get it cheaper if I did.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(westofrome @ Feb 1 2007, 08:41 AM) [snapback]383859[/snapback]</div>
    As of now Dice seems to be the only integrated solution. (anyone know of any other options?) I've been holding off on a purchase waiting for some reviews, and hoping that Danny would add it to the PC shop at a group price.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(narf @ Feb 1 2007, 12:11 PM) [snapback]383919[/snapback]</div>
    Can this also be used in conjunction with the Vais SLS (sirius tuner)? do they just daisy chain together? If so then yes I'm interested in a group buy.
     
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    I'm still hoping for a group buy also!
     
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    I am interested in an HD group buy as well.
     
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    Surely there must be a few people that have installed these -- any feedback?
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Sailfish11 @ Feb 21 2007, 12:43 PM) [snapback]393967[/snapback]</div>
    I threw up my hands and ordered one. Should be here any day. I'll post plenty of pictures of the hardware and MFD when I get it installed...although I'll just be using the HD, not the iPod functionality.
     
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    I'd be interested in the antenna requirements. From the pictures I've seen the antenna supplied is pretty ugly.

    Ken
     
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    I'm still waiting to hear back from DICE about mine - I can't get it to work. That's why I've been holding off on putting in the Shop.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Danny @ Feb 22 2007, 08:26 AM) [snapback]394542[/snapback]</div>
    You check your DIP switches yet?
     
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    I just got my Dice HD installed and I can't get it to work either. I just don't hear anything when in the HD setting. I got my Ipod to connect and list the songs. If someone could help that would be great.

    Thanks