ipod Y cable worth it?

[kmac1980]

How much better is the interface vs. just using to standard ipod USB and having the car read it as a USB Hard Drive?

Does the ipod shut down with the car using the y-cable? (my ipod 120gig classic stays on "connected" mode when my car is off)

Dealer wants $120cdn for the cable in toronto!

[Radiation Joe]

Originally Posted by kmac1980

How much better is the interface vs. just using to standard ipod USB and having the car read it as a USB Hard Drive?

Does the ipod shut down with the car using the y-cable? (my ipod 120gig classic stays on "connected" mode when my car is off)

Dealer wants $120cdn for the cable in toronto!

Y-cable is best.
The ipod shuts down with the car and starts up in place when the car is restarted.
Try to find a mail order Y-cable. $120 sounde outrageous.

BTW, I used the Y-cable in a rental Ford Fusion last week and the ipod would continue to run after the car was shut down. Sync by Microsoft is pitiful.

[kmac1980]

Thanks for the info, much appreciated, hopefully i can find a generic brand copy of it somewhere!

Originally Posted by Radiation Joe

Y-cable is best.
The ipod shuts down with the car and starts up in place when the car is restarted.
Try to find a mail order Y-cable. $120 sounde outrageous.

BTW, I used the Y-cable in a rental Ford Fusion last week and the ipod would continue to run after the car was shut down. Sync by Microsoft is pitiful.

[apw2607]

Don't bother. You need the BMW one.

[NewM3driver]

In the states, the BMW Y cable costs $65. It really is worth it because the ipod never has to be touched. Don't pay $120 on principle.