MP3 Connection Vaquero

razwrld · 10-21-2013, 09:05 PM

Got a MP3 connect cable from Tin Man on this site. Plugged it up to my Apple Shuffle Ipod. I have the volume full up and when riding at 30 mph can barely hear the music. Also, I thought the controls for the radio would control the MP3 Player...does not.

Did I get the wrong connector for the MP3 Player. Why is the sound so low? Is the MP3 player suppose to be controlled with the radio controls ? Thanks for any info....Also ...what is the other connection in the Vaquero pocket for ?

napom · 10-21-2013, 09:28 PM

If you just got the mp3 connector (that plugs into the headphone jack) you won't have control of the Ipod, just volume - you need an Ipod connector (that plugs into the Ipod connector) to be able to see whats playing on the audio display and control the tunes.

As for the volume issues, you actually have two volume inputs when you connect using either of these connectors; the obvious one on the bikes radio and the one I've forgotten about a time or two on the Ipod itself. I generally have my Iphone set to almost full volume when I plug in and then ride with the bike set at 11 or 12.

Fooch · 10-21-2013, 09:30 PM

There's 2 cables. One, probably the one you have, just plugs into the headphone jack of any type of player, Ipod included. All you can control is the volume. And you have to leave the Mp3 player running.The other cable is specifically for an Ipod. It has the Ipod plug on it. It does control the unit, changes songs, playlists etc and even charges it. You don't have to leave the Ipod running as the radio will turn it off/on. If you just have the Mp3 cable, turn up the volume on the Mp3 player, then adjust accordingly on the bike's radio.

razwrld · 10-22-2013, 08:28 AM

If I understand correctly , there is a wire connector I can get that will allow me to control the IPOD from my radio controls ? Where do I get one of those ?....Thanks ahead of time...

**jestephens** · 10-22-2013, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by razwrld

If I understand correctly , there is a wire connector I can get that will allow me to control the IPOD from my radio controls ? Where do I get one of those ?....Thanks ahead of time...

You can buy from Kawasaki, or use this info to search around

http://www.kawasaki.com/KawasakiNew/...CategoryID=192

cactusjack · 10-22-2013, 10:11 AM

It sounds like you have an auxiliary audio cable which simply connects the earphone out jack on the MP3 player to the aux in jack on the stereo. It only carries sound, there's no controls through it. If you want to be able to control the device, you need the expensive iPod-specific cable.

haygrrr · 10-22-2013, 09:59 PM

iPod kit is money well spent.

Peg · 10-23-2013, 12:14 AM

I'm guessing if you don't have an IPod you're out of luck? Is there a USB input connection available that will play music off a USB stick - or charge / play from an Android phone?

napom · 10-23-2013, 07:39 AM

If you are looking to see your music on the Audio Display and control it from the handlebars, yes iPod/iPhone is the only way to go - And that is the only reason I went with an iPhone over an Android when I upgraded. I wanted this along with the advantages of always having a fully charged phone on my trips, and combining the phone/tunes/and a decent camera into one package so I don't need to carry extra devices/chargers when I travel - really frees up some packing space.

If you are happy just being able to plug in and play through the OEM speakers, you can get the audio connection cord and plug that into the headphone jack of your device. If you also want to charge it, you can easily wire a USB charger into the glove box of a Voyager/Vaquero

jesse d · 10-27-2013, 10:46 AM

im having the same problem....I need a 30 point ipod plug female end to a 35mm jack and cant find it,,,they say it wont run the volume correctly if I can find one.....

10-21-2013, 09:05 PM	#1
razwrld Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 47	MP3 Connection Vaquero Got a MP3 connect cable from Tin Man on this site. Plugged it up to my Apple Shuffle Ipod. I have the volume full up and when riding at 30 mph can barely hear the music. Also, I thought the controls for the radio would control the MP3 Player...does not. Did I get the wrong connector for the MP3 Player. Why is the sound so low? Is the MP3 player suppose to be controlled with the radio controls ? Thanks for any info....Also ...what is the other connection in the Vaquero pocket for ? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-21-2013, 09:28 PM	#2
napom Advanced Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: VA Posts: 566	If you just got the mp3 connector (that plugs into the headphone jack) you won't have control of the Ipod, just volume - you need an Ipod connector (that plugs into the Ipod connector) to be able to see whats playing on the audio display and control the tunes. As for the volume issues, you actually have two volume inputs when you connect using either of these connectors; the obvious one on the bikes radio and the one I've forgotten about a time or two on the Ipod itself. I generally have my Iphone set to almost full volume when I plug in and then ride with the bike set at 11 or 12. __________________ 2011 Voyager ABS Thunder Air Kit Power Pro Cobra Tri-Ovals Wrapped Header Pipes Heat Deflectors (from ebay) CB/Rear Speakers Avon grips with Throttle Magic by RACNRAY Shiny Chrome stuff Michelin Commander IIs Kury T/S Mirrors Sagebrush Design tank bib w/pouch Russell Day Long Seat w/Backrest Lots of Miles and Many More Smiles! Blue Knights - Virginia II Ride With Pride
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10-22-2013, 08:28 AM	#4
razwrld Jr. Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Posts: 47	Where do I go If I understand correctly , there is a wire connector I can get that will allow me to control the IPOD from my radio controls ? Where do I get one of those ?....Thanks ahead of time...
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10-22-2013, 10:11 AM	#6
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	It sounds like you have an auxiliary audio cable which simply connects the earphone out jack on the MP3 player to the aux in jack on the stereo. It only carries sound, there's no controls through it. If you want to be able to control the device, you need the expensive iPod-specific cable. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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10-22-2013, 09:59 PM	#7
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10-21-2013, 09:30 PM	#3
Fooch Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 95	There's 2 cables. One, probably the one you have, just plugs into the headphone jack of any type of player, Ipod included. All you can control is the volume. And you have to leave the Mp3 player running.The other cable is specifically for an Ipod. It has the Ipod plug on it. It does control the unit, changes songs, playlists etc and even charges it. You don't have to leave the Ipod running as the radio will turn it off/on. If you just have the Mp3 cable, turn up the volume on the Mp3 player, then adjust accordingly on the bike's radio.
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10-23-2013, 12:14 AM	#8
Peg Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: West Coast, North Island, New Zealand Posts: 1,375	I'm guessing if you don't have an IPod you're out of luck? Is there a USB input connection available that will play music off a USB stick - or charge / play from an Android phone? __________________ Nothing screams poor workmanship like wrinkles in the duct tape '02 1500 blonde Nomad (Sold) '97 800 burgundy Classic (Sold)
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10-23-2013, 07:39 AM	#9
napom Advanced Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: VA Posts: 566	If you are looking to see your music on the Audio Display and control it from the handlebars, yes iPod/iPhone is the only way to go - And that is the only reason I went with an iPhone over an Android when I upgraded. I wanted this along with the advantages of always having a fully charged phone on my trips, and combining the phone/tunes/and a decent camera into one package so I don't need to carry extra devices/chargers when I travel - really frees up some packing space. If you are happy just being able to plug in and play through the OEM speakers, you can get the audio connection cord and plug that into the headphone jack of your device. If you also want to charge it, you can easily wire a USB charger into the glove box of a Voyager/Vaquero __________________ 2011 Voyager ABS Thunder Air Kit Power Pro Cobra Tri-Ovals Wrapped Header Pipes Heat Deflectors (from ebay) CB/Rear Speakers Avon grips with Throttle Magic by RACNRAY Shiny Chrome stuff Michelin Commander IIs Kury T/S Mirrors Sagebrush Design tank bib w/pouch Russell Day Long Seat w/Backrest Lots of Miles and Many More Smiles! Blue Knights - Virginia II Ride With Pride
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10-27-2013, 10:46 AM	#10
jesse d Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: tulsa ok Posts: 180	im having the same problem....I need a 30 point ipod plug female end to a 35mm jack and cant find it,,,they say it wont run the volume correctly if I can find one.....
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