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ZUKIWORLD Model Specific Suzuki Forum => Suzuki Grand Vitara (Gen. 3 Platform) 2006 - 2013 => Topic started by: Element on June 17, 2006, 03:49:27 PM
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I saw another site that is saying that the Clarion EA1251B could be used for iPod and can be controlled through the fadctory radio this way. It mimics a cd changer. Is the U.S. radio a clarion?
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Yep. I have the IPOD adapter on my '06 GV (it's actually a Clarion part number). Works great! Except for some minor tweaks with playlists. My GV is the Canadian model- it's the same stock (Clarion) radio installed on all North American GV's (Clarion single or 6CD MP3 with XM "ready" option).
_pav
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Did you get it through the dealer or aftermarket?
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I got it through dealer - negotiated it into the deal. I don't have the part number handy but your dealer should be aware of it. MSRP for the adapter is $160 CDN. Probably about $99 USD.
_pav
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If it is the Clarion EA1251B, I saw it on the internet for about 89 usd. I am going to the dealer tomorrow for my first scheduled maintanence... oil change... I will ask about it then... I also get 10% off of accessories... so it would even out... Can't wait to put my iPod in it...
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$89 sounds about right. It's well worth the invesment. I'd recommend that you have your dealer install the adapter in the glovebox (as I did).  It keeps your IPOD neatly hidden from view and provides you with the added layer of security should you want to keep it locked in your GV.
_pav
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So, does the steering wheel controls operate the iPod?
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My dealer knew nothing of this.... I looked into my owners manual... and you can control a cd changer from the radio and steering wheel. The Clarion add on acts as a cd changer but you plug your ipod into that... disc one is said to be all the songs on the ipod while disc 2-6 is play lists....
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My dealer knew nothing of this.... I looked into my owners manual... and you can control a cd changer from the radio and steering wheel. The Clarion add on acts as a cd changer but you plug your ipod into that... disc one is said to be all the songs on the ipod while disc 2-6 is play lists....
Yep. That's right. The Ipod interface mimics a 6-disc CD changer on the stock stereo.  When building your playlists - there's a naming convention you need to follow (playlist titles must be Clarion1, Clarion2, etc.). It's a similar process to burning MP3 CDs for the Clarion. The main advantage of the IPOD is that you can control from the steering wheel and stereo directly + no need to burn CD's. If you do as I did - install in the glovebox, you can buy a second "refurb" IPOD to keep locked in your GV all the time.
_pav
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Very cool! Now I need to get the adapter and then I can put the RF adapter in wifies car... hehe :D
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So... I stopped by a car audio store and some guy told me that the ea-1..... whatever its called does not work on factory equipment, and that you all were pulling my leg... This was after I called a guy that works there and was told that it should work for it, that he does it all the time with newer vehicles....
Going to call another dealer because mine isnt too knowledgeful either...
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HELP!! :'( I went to the dealer today and the only adapter that he could find was for the Aerio... and for the GV all he found was the XM adapter... Do any of you that have had it installed maybe have a P/N for the adapter?
TIA
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HELP!! :'( I went to the dealer today and the only adapter that he could find was for the Aerio... and for the GV all he found was the XM adapter... Do any of you that have had it installed maybe have a P/N for the adapter?
TIA
The Suzuki part number that I was given (from Suzuki of Canada) is 99980-EA125. The Clarion part number is EA1251 and is described as the "Clarion CeNet iPod adapter".
_pav
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BTW, there is a photo of it here (with cables) from a UK site:
http://www.clarionworld.co.uk/stock/ea1251e.asp
Crutchfield.com has it for sale here at $99.99:
http://www.crutchfield.com/S-EqBvmVi4rFO/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?search=Clarion+ea1251&i=020EA1251B
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Found one on eBay for $57 shipped... now I just have to get it here and then figure out how to get it all connected. ;D
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It should connect directly via the CeNet cables supplied (CeNet is Clarion's proprietary connectivity standard for their car stereo systems). Have a qualified dealer connect the cable to your GV's stereo and install the adapter in your glovebox (keeps your iPod secure and out of sight). For reference, I've attached a picture of the adapter as it sits in my own GV).
_pav
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I got it in and it works beautifully! Definately sounds batter than the road-gear fm x-mitter did, and I get much better volume. I put mine in the console storage under the hvac... there was a spot for where a light looks to be an option, so it was naturally a good spot. Really easy to install... setting up the playlists was actually more difficult!
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ORDERING MINE T(ODAY!!! I can't believe noone could answer me on if it really worked or not!!!!
EBAY here I come!!!!
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A couple of questions for anyone who has the ipod option installed....
I think I read the Cenet adaptor / cable recharges ipods?
Does it also power them on and off when you power on/off your cars ignition?
Also, does it matter what Ipod model you buy?
(I was thinking of buying a 2gb nano)
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Yes, it charges the iPod while on. It does power on and off with the stereo. any of the iPods that use the new uplink connecter should work.
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You guys know about this???
Auxilary cord!!!
http://metatrox.net/GV/modules/smartfaq/faq.php?faqid=11