S60 Android connection.

coolbeans · Apr 6th, 2014, 16:12

Help me make the most of my Android and my S60's fantastic sound system.

I hear talk of the USA SPEC CB-PA85 iPHONE/iPOD Iphone adapter but I don't really understand how it works and if it'll work with my Android phone. Also, is it expensive to install as I am hopeless with electronics? I'd really appreciate a little input form someone in the know. Price is a factor.

Car is a 2005 D5 lots of kit including the excellent sound system which just needs more connectivity...please, have pity...my CD collection is pitiful.

Simon Jones · Apr 6th, 2014, 20:35

For USA Spec PA11 (at least), the lead is iPod specific but as I recall has phono sockets so you could have any input you like. I've got one lying around somewhere which I'm planning on selling so I'll have a look. Not too tricky to fit if you're fairly competent with basic tools.

coolbeans · Apr 6th, 2014, 20:54

Thanks for that. Let me know if you're getting rid.

icurnow · Apr 6th, 2014, 21:46

Check out a GROM audio adapter. I love my Nexus 5 Android phone and this works a treat. I also just leave an 8Gb USB in place

coolbeans · Apr 7th, 2014, 00:49

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Originally Posted by coolbeans

Thanks for that. Let me know if you're getting rid.

I've looked at it yes since you suggested and I'm tempted. Is it easy to fit as suggested on the site and did you buy it from the US?

blueacid · Apr 7th, 2014, 11:39

I have a GROM AUX-3 adaptor on mine. I figured that any clever USB connection might be rendered obsolete in the future (for example, Apple moving to the new connector leaving loads of old docks broken). So I opted for the plain old 3.5mm audio jack input: guaranteed to work with everything, although this sacrifices steering wheel control of the phone.

In respect of that I got a Brodit proclip install; I've fitted a cradle over the centre air vents (the driver's side one).

Sound quality is excellent, phone doesn't move, job done I reckon.

coolbeans · Apr 9th, 2014, 20:40

Thanks for the replies. I read before that I'll lose sound through the subwoofer on the dash. Can anyone confirm??

icurnow · Apr 9th, 2014, 20:48

The grom was UK origin, from carputer shop I think, just Google grom UK. The centre speaker is fine with it

blueacid · Apr 10th, 2014, 01:26

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Originally Posted by coolbeans

Thanks for the replies. I read before that I'll lose sound through the subwoofer on the dash. Can anyone confirm??

The centre isn't a sub, it's full range :-)

.. I can also deny. With my grom aux input, all the speakers and audio modes (2ch, 3ch, dolbybpl) all function like ever before with every input. Radio, cd or phone :-) now if you replace the entire head unit then you may well lose the centre speaker as aftermarket head units typically are only four channel. That might be where some of the confusion originated.

Apr 6th, 2014, 16:12	#1
coolbeans New Member Last Online: Apr 12th, 2014 17:27 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dublin	S60 Android connection. Help me make the most of my Android and my S60's fantastic sound system. I hear talk of the USA SPEC CB-PA85 iPHONE/iPOD Iphone adapter but I don't really understand how it works and if it'll work with my Android phone. Also, is it expensive to install as I am hopeless with electronics? I'd really appreciate a little input form someone in the know. Price is a factor. Car is a 2005 D5 lots of kit including the excellent sound system which just needs more connectivity...please, have pity...my CD collection is pitiful. Last edited by coolbeans; Apr 6th, 2014 at 16:22.

Apr 6th, 2014, 21:46	#4
icurnow Member Last Online: Yesterday 12:25 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Bridgnorth	Grom Check out a GROM audio adapter. I love my Nexus 5 Android phone and this works a treat. I also just leave an 8Gb USB in place __________________ NOW: V70 Phase 2 D5 Geartronic, 2006 BEFORE: V70 2.5D Classic 1999, Last of the Audi 5 pot 2.5 ltr turbo diesels, sold at 225K miles

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icurnow Member Last Online: Yesterday 12:25 Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Bridgnorth	Grom The grom was UK origin, from carputer shop I think, just Google grom UK. The centre speaker is fine with it __________________ NOW: V70 Phase 2 D5 Geartronic, 2006 BEFORE: V70 2.5D Classic 1999, Last of the Audi 5 pot 2.5 ltr turbo diesels, sold at 225K miles

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Apr 6th, 2014, 20:35	#2
Simon Jones Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2022 11:23 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Salisbury (ish)	For USA Spec PA11 (at least), the lead is iPod specific but as I recall has phono sockets so you could have any input you like. I've got one lying around somewhere which I'm planning on selling so I'll have a look. Not too tricky to fit if you're fairly competent with basic tools.

Apr 6th, 2014, 20:54	#3
coolbeans New Member Last Online: Apr 12th, 2014 17:27 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dublin	Thanks for that. Let me know if you're getting rid.

Apr 7th, 2014, 11:39	#6
blueacid Senior Member Last Online: Apr 7th, 2024 14:51 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Manchester	I have a GROM AUX-3 adaptor on mine. I figured that any clever USB connection might be rendered obsolete in the future (for example, Apple moving to the new connector leaving loads of old docks broken). So I opted for the plain old 3.5mm audio jack input: guaranteed to work with everything, although this sacrifices steering wheel control of the phone. In respect of that I got a Brodit proclip install; I've fitted a cradle over the centre air vents (the driver's side one). Sound quality is excellent, phone doesn't move, job done I reckon.

Apr 9th, 2014, 20:40	#7
coolbeans New Member Last Online: Apr 12th, 2014 17:27 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Dublin	Thanks for the replies. I read before that I'll lose sound through the subwoofer on the dash. Can anyone confirm??

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