So today I received my Parrot MKi9200 Car Bluetooth and iPod kit and thought it would be good to show how easy this thing is to install.
First job is to remove the HU and unplug the 2 ISO connectors from the rear of the HU. The cables provided then plug in to the HU and the existing cables.
Then you need to decide where you will mount the Mic and Display, I chose to the left of the steering wheel on a nice upright surface. A double sided pad is used which has a seriously strong 3m adhesive on it, but you should clean the surface first, I used a piece of workshop blue roll with brake cleaner to clean the surfaces.
Wires should be run behind the trim to complete the install, but leave 2 hours for the glue to go off before mounting the Mic and Display in place.
Next you need to decide where you want your audio interface and USB socket to exit the facia, I decided I wanted the ipod to sit in my cubbyhole below the stereo, so removed that, and proceeded to drill a 20mm hole in the back to locate the provided grommet.
Everything is then slotted back into place to achieve the final look
The remote attaches to the steering wheel with a strap or you can mount it on a flat surface if you prefer. I have gone with the strap for now, but will likely move this to a surface mount when I get the chance.
The display has a small SD card slot in the rear which happily reads up to 32gb SD cards, the ipod interface is seamless, and the remote wheel acts just like the controls on the ipod with almost identical navigation to using the existing controls. You can also stream music over the bluetooth from your phone and or plug your phone into the USB connector to charge while in the vehicle.
Things to bear in mind.
You will need a lot of spare space behind your HU to cope with all the extra wires and the Parrot Bluebox, on the Mercedes CLK there was plenty of room.
All the amplifier and sound from the MP3's will be provided by the Parrot, and it really is quite powerful, although the sound quality isn't as good as my HU.
If you have a separate amplifier, the Parrot provides line outs for audio, although these are just wires so you will need the correct plugs to solder on yourself.
Call sound quality is excellent, and is fed through all your speakers, so no need to worry about not hearing your call again, and the volume can be adjusted on your remote jog wheel.
First job is to remove the HU and unplug the 2 ISO connectors from the rear of the HU. The cables provided then plug in to the HU and the existing cables.
Then you need to decide where you will mount the Mic and Display, I chose to the left of the steering wheel on a nice upright surface. A double sided pad is used which has a seriously strong 3m adhesive on it, but you should clean the surface first, I used a piece of workshop blue roll with brake cleaner to clean the surfaces.
Wires should be run behind the trim to complete the install, but leave 2 hours for the glue to go off before mounting the Mic and Display in place.
Next you need to decide where you want your audio interface and USB socket to exit the facia, I decided I wanted the ipod to sit in my cubbyhole below the stereo, so removed that, and proceeded to drill a 20mm hole in the back to locate the provided grommet.
Everything is then slotted back into place to achieve the final look
The remote attaches to the steering wheel with a strap or you can mount it on a flat surface if you prefer. I have gone with the strap for now, but will likely move this to a surface mount when I get the chance.
The display has a small SD card slot in the rear which happily reads up to 32gb SD cards, the ipod interface is seamless, and the remote wheel acts just like the controls on the ipod with almost identical navigation to using the existing controls. You can also stream music over the bluetooth from your phone and or plug your phone into the USB connector to charge while in the vehicle.
Things to bear in mind.
You will need a lot of spare space behind your HU to cope with all the extra wires and the Parrot Bluebox, on the Mercedes CLK there was plenty of room.
All the amplifier and sound from the MP3's will be provided by the Parrot, and it really is quite powerful, although the sound quality isn't as good as my HU.
If you have a separate amplifier, the Parrot provides line outs for audio, although these are just wires so you will need the correct plugs to solder on yourself.
Call sound quality is excellent, and is fed through all your speakers, so no need to worry about not hearing your call again, and the volume can be adjusted on your remote jog wheel.
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I transport it between them when I sell one and buy the next.