Has anyone used this iPod adapter yet? (Neo ProLink PODGMXMV2) - Page 4

nxlr8 · #46 (**permalink**) 09-15-08, 10:19 PM

Here are some pics to go with my previous post...

8) Decided to leave Neo box in small "compartment" that is right in the middle of the rear seats, next to the fuse box... kinda over the drivetrain tunnel... small empty space was perfect. Seat is VERY easy to remove, so future access to the Neo is cake.

Since I also have the 6 foot extension (really didn't need it)... I put a generous amount of electrical tape on the connection... I didn't want it to pull apart and have half of it fall back into my hole... You would need to take out the 4 bolts again to lift the console to get it back out... so, I shoved as much as I could into the "guts" of the console, and have the rest coiled in the compartment... plenty of line to reach me, or my passenger... a rear passenger would have plenty of line as well, just need to pull it out from the insides of the console...

13) Drilled a 5/8" hole in the back of the center console. (The INSIDE part, under the armrest and behind the rear seat power adapter)... you ONLY see the hole if you lift the armrest. The wires disappear into the bowels of the console.
*** Don't critique the absolute MESS that my car is... I need to detail it something fierce

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Kurlee Daddee · #47 (**permalink**) 09-24-08, 09:03 PM

So I have been enjoying my Neo ProLink iPod adapter for a few weeks now. And it works flawlessly. But a few days before I was going to install it my subwoofer blew up. I previously bought a Kicker open air sub and JBL amp from Shane. It worked well for a while but I think I got too happy with the bass. So it was time to order another sub.

I just got done installing a DLS Performance OA10D open air sub in my V. And WOW does it hit. It has a super sturdy frame and dual stacked magnets. I am very impressed with the sound. I also used Dynamat and covered most of the top and bottom of the rear tray. It worked well. I am very impressed with this setup now. Almost sounds like I have a box in the trunk now.

I am pretty pissed at the same time though. I was putting everything back together and as I was putting the drivers side side panel back into place, I broke the hole that you slide the screw through. I think I yelled every profanity in the book. But I used a larger screw and a washer, and it seems to hold the panel in place.

So I still highly recommend the Neo Prolink to anyone that wants a very good and reliable iPod adapter. I love mine!!!!!

Mystical_Ice · #48 (**permalink**) 09-24-08, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Kurlee Daddee

I am pretty pissed at the same time though. I was putting everything back together and as I was putting the drivers side side panel back into place, I broke the hole that you slide the screw through. I think I yelled every profanity in the book. But I used a larger screw and a washer, and it seems to hold the panel in place.

LOL. the dreaded sagging sail panels

sounds like you found your way around it. mine are broken too, so i find the easiest way is to screw the screw in one or two turns, THEN install the sail panel, and manuever it so it fits over the washer. that was a lot easier than trying to fit that screw into the hole when there isn't enough room to point a flashlight in :/

And i like your install nxlr8, but i think i like mine better

(see several pages back)

nxlr8 · #49 (**permalink**) 09-24-08, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Mystical_Ice

And i like your install nxlr8, but i think i like mine better

(see several pages back)

Thanks

I thought about doing exactly what you did, but I didn't want to run my wires that far... mine are 2 feet under carpet... and as far as the hole... well, I will drive this car until it dies, so I'm not too concerned...

Just yesterday, had a passenger in the back who wanted to go through my tunes on the iPod... he was leaning into the front seat to use it... I said, "No no no... there's PLENTY of wire" ... I reached down, and just pulled it out of the hole! He sat back and went to town... once done, I just shoved all the wire back in the hole and it's back to nice and clean...

[quote=Borat] Very Nice... [/Borat]

p0ng0rs · #50 (**permalink**) 09-25-08, 10:44 AM

Now for the one and only question that matters (to me of course). Does this work with an iPhone 3g? I'm starting to realize my decision to buy one of those so I would have a new phone, AND a new iPod is becoming more of a PITA with compatibility thanks to Apple changing something about the connection, legacy iPod/Phone cables don't support the new 3g phone :\

Mystical_Ice · #51 (**permalink**) 09-25-08, 07:49 PM

[quote=nxlr8;1642333]Thanks

I thought about doing exactly what you did, but I didn't want to run my wires that far... mine are 2 feet under carpet... and as far as the hole... well, I will drive this car until it dies, so I'm not too concerned...

Just yesterday, had a passenger in the back who wanted to go through my tunes on the iPod... he was leaning into the front seat to use it... I said, "No no no... there's PLENTY of wire" ... I reached down, and just pulled it out of the hole! He sat back and went to town... once done, I just shoved all the wire back in the hole and it's back to nice and clean...

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Originally Posted by Borat

Very Nice... [/Borat]

see THAT part i like... that you can just push the wire back into the hole.

for me, i have it coiled up in the little compartment between the seat (what do you call that anyway? the center console glove box?!)

Vinny24 · #52 (**permalink**) 10-09-08, 02:52 PM

Hi there guys,

New member and new cadillac cts-v for me ('06, but still new to me!). I did get the neo prolink adapter and want to do the install. Everyone has made mention of the FAQ for removing seats, sail panels, etc--the dumb newbie question is: How do I use the FAQ?

I've typed in several search strings and none seem to work. Thanks in advance!

Kurlee Daddee · #53 (**permalink**) 10-09-08, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinny24

Hi there guys,

New member and new cadillac cts-v for me ('06, but still new to me!). I did get the neo prolink adapter and want to do the install. Everyone has made mention of the FAQ for removing seats, sail panels, etc--the dumb newbie question is: How do I use the FAQ?

I've typed in several search strings and none seem to work. Thanks in advance!

Go to http://www.cadillacfaq.com and click on the CTS-V link. Go to the radio link and click it. Then click on the nucleus install link here:

http://cadillacfaq.com/faq/answers/nucleus/index.html

Vinny24 · #54 (**permalink**) 10-11-08, 01:40 PM

Thanks Kurlee--knocked it in yesterday and it only took 1.5 hours, thanks to your help! 1 Mod down--soooo many more to go.

Kurlee Daddee · #55 (**permalink**) 12-08-08, 10:35 AM

I have been experiencing a problem with my Neo ProLink. And its pretty random. Sometimes when I start up the car and plug in my iPod, the XM window will not come up at all. It only goes to two FM windows and an AM window. I have to pull the negative battery terminal and reset the car. Then the XM window comes up on the screen. Anyone else have this problem?

lunarx · #56 (**permalink**) 12-08-08, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Kurlee Daddee

I have been experiencing a problem with my Neo ProLink. And its pretty random. Sometimes when I start up the car and plug in my iPod, the XM window will not come up at all. It only goes to two FM windows and an AM window. I have to pull the negative battery terminal and reset the car. Then the XM window comes up on the screen. Anyone else have this problem?

I had the same problem with the iconnect.
In fact I think it even happens (on occasion) w/o any ipod adapter.
XM/Adapter eventually comes back w/o disconnecting the battery.

Mystical_Ice · #57 (**permalink**) 12-09-08, 01:40 AM

i'm in the middle of diagnosing that problem right now

TtexasT · #58 (**permalink**) 12-29-08, 10:53 AM

My 98 Deville is the base model with no CD player, only am/fm/cassette. The iPod adapter manufacturers all say "Radio must have External CD Changer capabilities. There must be a CD Changer port on the back of the radio". Since I don't have a CD player at all, I guess there's no chance I have a CD changer port on the back of my radio??? If not, is there anything at all out there I can play my iPod through besides the FM transmitter crap?? I'm thinking about searching junk yards for an operable, compatible stereo for my 98 that definitely has the connection port on the back. I really hate having only conventional FM and a cassette on such a nice vehicle. Mine is in immaculate condition.

p0ng0rs · #59 (**permalink**) 12-29-08, 11:23 AM

Has anyone used this with an iPhone3g? I know I sound like a broken record about this but I still haven't found any concrete answer on it either here or on their website.

nxlr8 · #60 (**permalink**) 12-29-08, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by p0ng0rs

Has anyone used this with an iPhone3g? I know I sound like a broken record about this but I still haven't found any concrete answer on it either here or on their website.

I haven't tried it... My next door neighbor has a 3G... I'll give it a shot...
I honestly haven't even tried my 1st Gen iPhone in it... just use my iPod...