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Jontie · 15th January 2007, 11:28

Hello everyone,
After reading the many threads and a great deal of advice from this forum, I've started on the road to a widescreen upgrade.

My first step has been the fitting of a hybrid tv module,

step 2 will be the 16:9 bordmonitor.

My main criteria is the addition of mp3 with IDtag display and to make my glovebox available (but this is not absolute). I've arrived at the conclusion that Dension ICE LInk is the way to go although I do believe that "consequence" have a cd autochanger that would do the job.

What I would like to know before I make a purchase is;

Do I have to fit a new radio unit (BM24 or 54) with mp3 capability to achieve this? I know that a BM54 will give me twin tuner and other display capabilities. I would also like to incorporate my phone into the system if poss' but I haven't seen anything to make me think that's possible, so Parrot may the answer.

Over to the expert's!!! (Keith)???

Regards

DeeCee · 15th January 2007, 16:23

Some info on IcelinkPlus....
http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthrea...=sat+nav+power

I have a DICE interface on the way to me, should arrive in the next few days.

Installed Parrot system in my car almost two years ago... no problems.

JohnDotCom · 15th January 2007, 16:32

The BM54 also adds MP3 facilities that the BM24 does not. You do need one of these to have the TMC work all the time as it has the Twin Tuners.

DeeCee · 15th January 2007, 16:48

When I was upgrading my system I looked the BM54, but it is not a straight plugin replacement for the MGR HiLine system radio.
It uses the flat pin system. At the time the cost of a conversion lead was £70 to £80 !.... maybe cheaper now ?

JohnDotCom · 15th January 2007, 17:17

I can't remember fitting a lead converter but the amount of leads in the back of mine you won't believe, so may well have. I got it from a E46 will check the fittings and see what I did. ( I have to take Spare Wheel out, Back Panel Off, God theres no space left in there now for any more Goodies, will need fans soon to cool it all.) So will look at it in Daylight tomorrow.

DeeCee · 15th January 2007, 18:11

BM54 Radio....
http://www.x5world.com/articles/x5/s...formation.html

1st picture Bm54 Radio with flat pins.... maybe there is BM54 with round pins ?
2nd picture BM24 Radio ... same as Rover

Some additional info from Keith....
http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost....7&postcount=12

I have read somewhere if you want MP3 with Tags on a BM54 Radio it should be 2005 model or later

Keith · 16th January 2007, 12:32

All real BM54s have flat pins only the very latest BM54 supports MP3 tags from a MP3 capable BMW changer these are truly rare on Ebay as everyone wants one!

If you choose an ice link then that will work with any radio

There is a Radio called a BM54 "Back" (I have one) this is effectively a cut over model and is a standard dual tuner BM24 with round pins it has one major difference it like the BM54 only has one antenna connection which means no messing about with the Diversity amp any more. it does not offer an new features

You can (or should be able to) install the BMW ULF and even the voice recognition modules but I think a parrot is a much easier alternative

JohnDotCom · 16th January 2007, 21:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeeCee

When I was upgrading my system I looked the BM54, but it is not a straight plugin replacement for the MGR HiLine system radio.
It uses the flat pin system. At the time the cost of a conversion lead was £70 to £80 !.... maybe cheaper now ?

Right Ive checked (but I knew Keith would beat me

and post correct info, or Bazza) Mine has Flat Pins & converter Plug Lead, Date on BM54 unit 2005 thats why it must have cost the Earth! Came from Write Off car I believe. Sorry for delay though in response Ive had a real Bad one tonight

its been

And need my

But it will be Hours Yet!

Jontie · 16th January 2007, 22:14

Thanks for all the info boy's, much obliged!!

I hadn't realized that a convertor lead for the '54 would cost another £70 or so! :SHOCKED:

I've been looking at DC's pictures of his parrot installation and the widescreen with all the info from the'54 showing on it. Very nice!

Ditto Keith's many splashscreens (lucky man!) When I complete my upgrade my next questions will be how to do that!!!

Regards!

DeeCee · 17th January 2007, 09:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jontie

Thanks for all the info boy's, much obliged!!

I hadn't realized that a convertor lead for the '54 would cost another £70 or so! :SHOCKED:

I've been looking at DC's pictures of his parrot installation and the widescreen with all the info from the'54 showing on it. Very nice!

Ditto Keith's many splashscreens (lucky man!) When I complete my upgrade my next questions will be how to do that!!!

Regards!

Jontie,

BM24 Radio installed.... no conversion lead

15th January 2007, 11:28	#1
Jontie Loves to post Rover75 2.0L Conn SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Barrowford near NELSON in Lancashire Posts: 456 Thanks: 15 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Ice Link Hello everyone, After reading the many threads and a great deal of advice from this forum, I've started on the road to a widescreen upgrade. My first step has been the fitting of a hybrid tv module, step 2 will be the 16:9 bordmonitor. My main criteria is the addition of mp3 with IDtag display and to make my glovebox available (but this is not absolute). I've arrived at the conclusion that Dension ICE LInk is the way to go although I do believe that "consequence" have a cd autochanger that would do the job. What I would like to know before I make a purchase is; Do I have to fit a new radio unit (BM24 or 54) with mp3 capability to achieve this? I know that a BM54 will give me twin tuner and other display capabilities. I would also like to incorporate my phone into the system if poss' but I haven't seen anything to make me think that's possible, so Parrot may the answer. Over to the expert's!!! (Keith)??? Regards __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]John. (Sadly,they really don't make 'em like this anymore!!!!)

15th January 2007, 16:23	#2
DeeCee Regular poster none Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: none Posts: 93 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Icelink Plus & Parrot Some info on IcelinkPlus.... http://forums.mg-rover.org/showthrea...=sat+nav+power I have a DICE interface on the way to me, should arrive in the next few days. Installed Parrot system in my car almost two years ago... no problems.

15th January 2007, 18:11	#6
DeeCee Regular poster none Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: none Posts: 93 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Bm54/24 BM54 Radio.... http://www.x5world.com/articles/x5/s...formation.html 1st picture Bm54 Radio with flat pins.... maybe there is BM54 with round pins ? 2nd picture BM24 Radio ... same as Rover Some additional info from Keith.... http://forums.mg-rover.org/showpost....7&postcount=12 I have read somewhere if you want MP3 with Tags on a BM54 Radio it should be 2005 model or later

16th January 2007, 22:14	#9
Jontie Loves to post Rover75 2.0L Conn SE Auto Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Barrowford near NELSON in Lancashire Posts: 456 Thanks: 15 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Thanks Thanks for all the info boy's, much obliged!! I hadn't realized that a convertor lead for the '54 would cost another £70 or so! :SHOCKED: I've been looking at DC's pictures of his parrot installation and the widescreen with all the info from the'54 showing on it. Very nice! Ditto Keith's many splashscreens (lucky man!) When I complete my upgrade my next questions will be how to do that!!! Regards! __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]John. (Sadly,they really don't make 'em like this anymore!!!!)

15th January 2007, 16:32	#3
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	The BM54 also adds MP3 facilities that the BM24 does not. You do need one of these to have the TMC work all the time as it has the Twin Tuners.

15th January 2007, 16:48	#4
DeeCee Regular poster none Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: none Posts: 93 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	When I was upgrading my system I looked the BM54, but it is not a straight plugin replacement for the MGR HiLine system radio. It uses the flat pin system. At the time the cost of a conversion lead was £70 to £80 !.... maybe cheaper now ?

15th January 2007, 17:17	#5
JohnDotCom * Rover 75 FaceLift Tourer CDTi 170BHP Auto ConnSE 2005 Model Starlight Silver Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Abergele Posts: 28,735 Thanks: 0 Thanked 6 Times in 5 Posts	I can't remember fitting a lead converter but the amount of leads in the back of mine you won't believe, so may well have. I got it from a E46 will check the fittings and see what I did. ( I have to take Spare Wheel out, Back Panel Off, God theres no space left in there now for any more Goodies, will need fans soon to cool it all.) So will look at it in Daylight tomorrow.

16th January 2007, 12:32	#7
Keith This is my second home ZT400 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Ellesmere Posts: 5,948 Thanks: 0 Thanked 43 Times in 29 Posts	All real BM54s have flat pins only the very latest BM54 supports MP3 tags from a MP3 capable BMW changer these are truly rare on Ebay as everyone wants one! If you choose an ice link then that will work with any radio There is a Radio called a BM54 "Back" (I have one) this is effectively a cut over model and is a standard dual tuner BM24 with round pins it has one major difference it like the BM54 only has one antenna connection which means no messing about with the Diversity amp any more. it does not offer an new features You can (or should be able to) install the BMW ULF and even the voice recognition modules but I think a parrot is a much easier alternative