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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 03:47 PM
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Ipod disconnecting

Hi, I just got my GLK a week ago (Will have pics if it stops raining in Toronto, ugh) and I keep having a problem with my ipods loosing connection with the Ipod/Media interface connection.

It will work fine for 5-10 minutes, then the LCD screen will say "No Device Detected" and I loose all audio for 3-4 seconds, then detects my ipod again but will usually drop off like this three to four times in a row, then work fine for 5-10 minutes. I've used 2 ipods a Classic and a Nano (1st gen) and the same thing happens. I'm not going over bumps when it disconnects either, any ideas?
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 03:51 PM
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thats not normal, does it only happen when you drive? have you try to shake the ipod while the car is stationary and see it happens?

obviously make sure the cable in the glove box is secure and not loose.

all else take it to the dealer.
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 04:54 PM
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yea, I was just testing it, i was wiggling and shaking the cable of the ipod and it didn't skip or anything, then set it down while just parked in the garage, and in 2 minutes it disconnected itself
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 09:16 PM
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Do you have the iPod interface kit or the UMI kit?

Sounds like a connection problem...
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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 09:21 PM
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I think its the media interface kit? it's a cable thats inside the glovebox
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by pez
I think its the media interface kit? it's a cable thats inside the glovebox
I think you are from Canada? or outside US? From you sig. you ordered these options separately. Comand and Rear View Cam. You also stated IPOD. I suggest you schedule a service with your dealership and have this check out. Def. not normal.
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 03:00 PM
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My ipod is not charging while connected to the media interface cable. The ipod screen shows the MB logo and it works fine for a day but when the power is drained it keeps diconnecting and reconnecting. I have no issues with the C63 that does not have MM.
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 04:42 PM
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If you have a new iPod or new iPhone the power pin was changed by Apple on these newer Apple products.

I think you may need a scosche passport...

http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/21/s...gets-reviewed/


A problem with the system has been that when you plug in your 3G iPhone it gives a message that it is incompatible and unable to charge. According the to Apple website this error will probably also happen with 4th generation iPod Nano and 2nd generation iPod Touch devices.

It would be handy to be able to charge these devices in the car while listening to music. It seems that this little adaptor (Scosche passPORT), available for about $25 at your local Apple store or online, will fix the problem.
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Schutzen
If you have a new iPod or new iPhone the power pin was changed by Apple on these newer Apple products.

I think you may need a scosche passport...

http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/21/s...gets-reviewed/


A problem with the system has been that when you plug in your 3G iPhone it gives a message that it is incompatible and unable to charge. According the to Apple website this error will probably also happen with 4th generation iPod Nano and 2nd generation iPod Touch devices.

It would be handy to be able to charge these devices in the car while listening to music. It seems that this little adaptor (Scosche passPORT), available for about $25 at your local Apple store or online, will fix the problem.
The one that won't charge is a new Nano and the one in my C63 is an old Mini so that sounds like the problem. Thanks!!
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Old Apr 4, 2009 | 05:19 PM
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thanks for the info, but its happening on all iPods i can get my hands on heh, an ipod classic, 1st gen mini, and 1st gen touch.
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Old Apr 8, 2009 | 11:07 PM
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Originally Posted by pez
thanks for the info, but its happening on all iPods i can get my hands on heh, an ipod classic, 1st gen mini, and 1st gen touch.
I picked my car up today & my Classic won't work either.
It charges fine but no MB screen ever shows up on my Ipod.

To the dealer I go tomorrow!
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Old Apr 14, 2009 | 07:00 PM
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switching the cable fixed it!
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Schutzen
If you have a new iPod or new iPhone the power pin was changed by Apple on these newer Apple products.

I think you may need a scosche passport...

http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/21/s...gets-reviewed/


A problem with the system has been that when you plug in your 3G iPhone it gives a message that it is incompatible and unable to charge. According the to Apple website this error will probably also happen with 4th generation iPod Nano and 2nd generation iPod Touch devices.

It would be handy to be able to charge these devices in the car while listening to music. It seems that this little adaptor (Scosche passPORT), available for about $25 at your local Apple store or online, will fix the problem.
Worked like a charm Thanks again
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Old Apr 16, 2009 | 09:06 PM
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That is good news...I have learned a great deal from this GLK forum regarding the iPod / iPhone interface kit and UMI kits etc.
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Old Apr 18, 2009 | 03:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Schutzen
If you have a new iPod or new iPhone the power pin was changed by Apple on these newer Apple products.

I think you may need a scosche passport...

http://www.engadget.com/2008/11/21/s...gets-reviewed/


A problem with the system has been that when you plug in your 3G iPhone it gives a message that it is incompatible and unable to charge. According the to Apple website this error will probably also happen with 4th generation iPod Nano and 2nd generation iPod Touch devices.

It would be handy to be able to charge these devices in the car while listening to music. It seems that this little adaptor (Scosche passPORT), available for about $25 at your local Apple store or online, will fix the problem.
Thank you for this info....worked out very well for me...now my ipod is being charged while listening to it...man i love forums..
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Old Apr 23, 2009 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by hhughes1
My ipod is not charging while connected to the media interface cable. The ipod screen shows the MB logo and it works fine for a day but when the power is drained it keeps diconnecting and reconnecting. I have no issues with the C63 that does not have MM.
I have exact problem now.
First my "Classic" won't work @ all.
I then bought new "Nano" 4G and works great.
Thing is it won't charge so I bought the "Scosche" which doesn't charge my Nano.
Now I'm at a loss what to do next?
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