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The iPod does an excellent job of putting your music collection in your pocket. But when you want to listen at home, a pair of earphones is not ideal. Neither, for that matter, are tinny little computer speakers. There are various special iPod-speaker options available, though the ideal solution is to hook up your iPod, your computer, or both, to a decent hi-fi - something that can be done in a number of ways. Besides the obvious advantages in sound quality, marrying your computer and hi-fi also allows you to get music from vinyl, cassette and radio into your iTunes Library and onto your iPod.
Playing through a hi-fi
To get the sound from your Pod or computer into your hi-fi, the latter should ideally have an available line-in channel - look on the back for an unused pair of red and white RCA sockets. They may be labelled "Aux" or Line-in", though any input other than Phono (which will have a built-in preamp) should be fine.
If your hi-fi doesn't have a line-in, but it does have a radio, you could consider an FM transmitter (have a search for these there are loads available). If it does have a line-in, you have a number of options...
Connection with cables
Computer to hi-fi
Nearly all computers have a line-out and/or headphone capabilities - usually in the form of a single 3.5mm "minijack" socket. So if your computer and stereo share a desk or are only a few feet apart, you can easily pick up an RCA-to-minijack cable and run it straight from the computer to the hi-fi's line in. (Some computers have RCA line-outs as well as a minijack, in which case you can use a standard RCA-to-RCA cable.)
When buying a cable, check all the plugs are "male" not "female" (they probably will be) and, if you can, spend a little extra to get gold-plated jacks - they deliver a far cleaner sound.
If your computer and hi-fi are further apart or in different rooms, you could buy a long cable and get the drill out, but you might prefer to investigate Airport Express (do a search for this).
iPod to hi-fi
One problem with running your computer through your hi-fi is that you need to have your computer on to hear anything, which can be a pain if your machine takes ages to boot up or has a noisy cooling fan. You might find it more convenient to attach your iPod instead. A Pod doesn't give you quite the ease of use and flexibility of iTunes, but it's small, silent and doesn't require you to run a cable across your room.
Simply run an RCA-to-minijack cable between your hi-fi's line-in and your Pod's headphone socket or, much better, the "Line Out" on the back of the Dock. The Dock solution can be made all the more convenient when combined with a wireless remote control.
Connecting wirelessly
AirTunes
If your hi-fi has a line-in socket, but you don't want to be limited by cables - perhaps you have a laptop or your computer is in a different room from your stereo - investigate Apple's Airport Express wireless base station with its so-called AirTunes feature.
Attach one of these to a power point near to your hi-fi and connect it to the stereo with a standard RCA-to-minijack cable. Then, any computer with Wi-Fi capability - known as AirPort on a Mac - can beam music straight from iTunes to the hi-fi, even from the other side of the house. If your computer doesn't have Wi-Fi you can add it inexpensively with the appropriate internal, external or PCMCIA device. Once everything's in place, you can simply open iTunes Preferences and check "Look for remote speakers connected with AirTunes" in the Audio tab. Your hi-fi will automatically appear in a dropdown menu on the bottom of the iTunes window.
AirPort Express can also beam an Internet connection around your house, and allow you to connect to printers wirelessly.
FM transmitters
An FM transmitter plugs into the headphone socket on you iPod (many will also plug into a computer) and beams the sound around the room as an FM radio signal. Then your stereo can tune in just as it would any other radio station. Though you won't get CD fidelity and your stereo or iPod will need to be relatively close to your radio, this is a very convenient solution, allowing you to walk around the house zapping music from your iPod to any nearby radio. It's also the only easy way to connect to a hi-fi that lacks a line-in socket. This can also be used in the car!
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2008.5 Mazda 3 Review: First Impressions
Our long term vehicle is a mid-year model Mazda 3 with mid-year added features like piano black trim, mp3 compatible cd changer, power driver's seat, lighted vanity mirrors and white gauge needles. It also has a new color for the Mazda3: Metropolitan Gray Mica. Mazda added a second new color for the mid year model with a beautiful white pearl option but we are MGM people.
There are other subtle differences but outside of the above mentioned items the 2008.5 Mazda 3 is pretty similar to the 2008 Mazda3.
Specs
2008.5 Metropolitan Gray Mica Mazda 3s GT
Transmission: Automatic
Options: Six disc CD Changer, Bose Sound System, Moonroof, Rear Wing Spoiler, Remote Start and Auto Dimming Mirror with Compass.
Only six miles on the odometer at pickup...
About the Driver
I'm coming from a 2005 Infiniti G35x loaded with every possible option so while I adjusted my expectations for the lower price point ($22K with s-plan) I was not prepared for the way the Mazda3 would blow me away.
I drive my cars assertively (sometimes assertively aggressive if there is such a thing) and will really put this car through the motions during ownership. Driving a car is an experience each time and I rely heavily on important driving/comfort aspects like handling, acceleration, ride, cabin noise, long term driving comfort and in car technology which will all shape upcoming updates.
Note: You might notice a pretty heavy comparison in my first impressions of the G35 to the Mazda 3 and that's mostly due in part to the fact that I almost purchased the Mazda3 in 2005 but was offered a very good lease deal on a 2005 G35x loaded for nearly the same that I would pay to own the Mazda3.
Seemed like a good idea at the time. Biggest regret of my life.
Now that you know me, let's talk about why you're here: first impressions!
First Impressions
There are a ton of really impressive features in this car! I struggled for a long time with not being technologically current in my 2005 Infiniti and the Mazda 3 is like an answer to my prayers. Here are some of my favorite features:
1) Remote Start - I can't believe how wicked cool remote start really is. Manufacturers are finally starting to offer remote start as an accessory that is installed at the port and I recommend it 200%. It's perfect for every possible hot/cold day when you don't feel like running out in the weather to start the car so it can warm up only to run back into the house and finish getting ready.
Remote start is something I could see myself not living without ever again and it wasn't an option on the Infiniti so +1 to Mazda for offering it. For the 2008.5 mid-year refresh, Mazda has integrated the remote start into the regular key fobs so now you won't have two sets of control keys to use on one set.
2) Rain Sensing Wipers - If you've never seen it, you wouldn't believe it. While driving home I didn't think the rain sensing wipers were working properly because the stalk appeared to be in the right position and it was raining pretty hard. I fiddled with the stalk for a little bit and discovered that it was in its "Off" position rather than "Auto". Once rotating the end piece into the right position it works quite well but I don't think putting "Off" and "Auto" within a knob's turn away was the best idea in the world.
3) The Manual Leveling HIDs - I don't know if it's manual really. It's kind of manual and automatic. You move the switch up or down until you reach the number you want (0 - 3) and the car adjusts the headlights to match that setting. The leveling headlights are not gimmicky at all and were pretty helpful while driving through fog and raising the headlights to watch for deer/pedestrians on the side of the road. Another brilliant feature the G35x was missing.
4) Aux Input - This is the golden feature for me! For the longest time (since 2005) I have always wanted a way to play my iPod in my car. I can't even begin to count the number of trips and meetings I've been late to while waiting for a cd to burn so I didn't have to listen to the same old crap in my car while driving there.
In fact, I wanted the aux input so bad that I refused the Mazda CX-7 when considering my next car purchase purely based on its lack of an aux input and it was worth it ten times over. I love being able to plug my iPhone into the stereo and just scroll through the playlists to find a list I'm feeling right now. It works seamlessly and I really couldn't be more ecstatic over this feature.
5) The Ride - Most people are going to give me a confused look but I'm telling you the 2008.5 Mazda3s GT has a nicer ride than my 2005 Infiniti G35x. Not only does it ride better but it's much quieter and it doesn't make the "Mothership" car sick when I drive with her in the car. Thumbs up all around!
So those are my top five favorite things about the car. Overall it's really just an experience that new car buyers have to try to believe because it's extremely uncommon at this price point. I'm finally excited to drive to different places just to be in the car and I love everything about it! If you don't own one, buy one. If you own one, buy a 2008.5 model! The new trim, power driver's seat, gauges and everything in between are worth it.
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How do I conect an iPod to the aux input of my radio?
2005 Grand Caravan SE (base model) am/fm cd base radio. Has an Aux for a sat radio/multi disc changer. The factory radio aux in has eight pins (hard to see) Does anyone know the pin outs or if a wire harness is available?
get an AUX cord from like radioshack for 5 bucks, and then imput that input cord into the AUX, and the other end Into the ipod Jack for headphones
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