CCC to CIC Questions

[drivetolive]

Hi folks,

After several hours of searching this forum, I finally decided to pull the trigger on retrofitting my CCC idrive to CIC. I picked up most of the necessary parts, however I have a few remaining questions which I could not find the answers to:

1) Is the glove box USB connection necessary if I already have a USB connection in my armrest? I understand it's used for map updates, however can I not update the maps via DVD?

2) If I cannot update the maps via DVD and need to install the glove box USB, will I be able to update the maps on a retrofit? I understand a FSC code is required to update via the USB.

3) What is my best option for a CIC emulator? There are several options out their ranging from approximately $50-$400.

Thanks.

[drivetolive]

Looks like most of the emulators are not much different from each other. But would still appreciate some help with Qs 1 and 2.

[Scrippy]

Glovebox USB is necessary for importing music into CIC internal hard drive. So no it is not necessary. If you want it, it's a simple install. (1) wire and (1) USB jack. It goes from glovebox to CIC, so it's added in like 15 minutes.

[BPMSport]

We don't like the use of emulators and can activate your system to work without one Slightly more pricey but worth it for a factory fit.

[drivetolive]

Thanks for the response! Would definitely appreciate more info on why you don't like using emulators and what would be involved in retrofiring my CIC without it.