Installation Alpine & Apple iPod Multimedia
Here’s described the installation of the Alpine & Apple iPod Multimedia Systems. For an even better result in execution and end result, it was especially paid attention to some details.
This solution consists of:
- Alpine IVA-W505R Multimedia
- Alpine PMD-B200P Navigation System
- Alpine APF-S102RE Steering Wheel Remote Control Interface combined with the Clio 3 dashboard display
- iPod Classic 6.5G 160GB “Renault Sport Mégane RS Trophy N°0007”, orange anodized with video transmission
- RS Center iPod console in original leather look in the armrest
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The mounting material.
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The iPod Classic 6.5G 160GB, anthracite, engraved for the intended application in this car.
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Of course, the RS Center video clips are also stored in it.
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The navigation antenna was abridged and soldered.
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The radio antenna also and additionally split for the TMC function.
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Both antennas were hidden under the dashboard. The reception is still very good.
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The microphone of the hands free kit was also abridged.
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At the microphone end, the cable was provided with a plug connection, to facilitate later expansion.
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For a discreet installation, the microphone was fitted into the middle sunshade bracket. The function is not affected.
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The standard radio display of the Mégane 2 is not compatible with the Alpine steering wheel and display interface. The Clio 3 radio display fits. Thus, this was installed.
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With a few changes to the housing and the plug connection it fits without problems.
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The iPod console made by RS Center fits into the compartment of the armrest.
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The RS Center iPod console is covered with original interior leather.
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Perfect OEM Look.
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The aluminum housing of the iPod Classic 6.5G 160GB was anodized in orange to match the car color.
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The wheel click button was subsequently anodized in orange to match. Now the look is perfect.
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All required lines have been shortened, so that it also seems almost like the original.
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The double DIN mounting frame was fitted and black high-gloss painted like the original dashboard look.
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Assembled and ready for installation.
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The complete panel has been installed and the Alpine multimedia system can be installed.
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Mounted and fits perfect.
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The original radio system was completely removed in the trunk. Also the no longer required antenna lines.
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The right luggage compartment cover was exchanged against the “radio base version” without holes.