Hooking up iPod to Stereo Receiver

Is it possible to have my iPod play through my receiver. I'm crossing my finger I can so I can ditch my CD player.
Thanks. Hoping for a good reply.

Yes, you can -- if your receiver has an auxiliary input. It requires a small cable that connects to the earphone jack on the iPod and plugs into the auxiliary input on your receiver. I'm not sure what the cable is called...mine came with my JBL Onstage speaker set.
There may be other ways, but I have used this successfully.

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Connecting iPOD to stereo receiver

Sorry if this has been asked before but I couldn't find anything posted.
I have an 80 gig Fifth Generation iPOD and was wondering if there was a way to connect it to my stereo receiver by use of RCA plugs or other wired means??? I know I could use a radio transmitter but I haven't found one that works very well.
Many thanks in advance,
Rich
PS - Although this is my first time posting a question, you guys and gals have helped me countless times after reading your posts. You're the best!!!
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Hi Rich,
Yes you can buy a simple patch cable from Radio Shack that gives you the stero headphone jack on one side and a pair of RCA jacks on the other and go to your stereo. I have found with mine, using one of those cassette adapters, I do have to crank up the iPod volume to almost max to make it sound the same volume on the car stereo as the other sound sources (radio, CD player, etc.). But other than that, it works fine.
Like this one for $7... http://tinyurl.com/ypo8o6
Or you can buy one of the fancier made for iPod docks that will give you this same ability with some also providing charging power to the ipod as well.
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I cannot play ipod thru stereo receiver ipod connection.

I have a classic ipod which works fine. When I try to connect it to the stereo receiver with an ipod cord it plays for a few seconds and then stops and says it is ok to disconnect. I can play it thru the headphone jack and stereo headphone jack auxillary input. Any ideas why it switches to disconnect?

So I have been searching the iStore for Airplay and I find lots of information about what it is, but nothing about how much it costs, how/where to buy it, etc.?
Fortunately, AirPlay does not cost anything as it is a streaming protocol used by Apple. Currently, the AirPort Express and Apple TV are AirPlay-ready. A number of other companies, like JBL, iHome, Denon and Klipsch are also rumored to be working on AirPlay versions of their products.
Your other option would be to get an AirPort Express and connect it to your Onkyo analog or optical digital audio input and stream from iTunes that way. I currently do this with my 10+ year old Harmon Kardon HT receiver.

Can you hook an ipod classic up to a stereo receiver with an RCA jack adapter?

Can you hook an ipod classic up to a stereo receiver with an RCA jack adapter?

Something like this?
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Hi, all. I just bought my first iPod, a classic. I wanted to hook it up to my home stereo receiver, an NAD made back in '88. It has inputs for phono, tape, CD and video.
I went to my local Apple store and told the sales person I wanted to hook up my iPod to my receiver. He sold me a Belkin cable that goes from the headphone jack on the iPod to the RCA inputs on my receiver. Only problem is, I can't figure out how to make it work. So far I have questions:
1. Which input should it go into--tape, CD or video?
2. How loud should I set the volume on the iPod?
3. Do I need to do anything with the "settings" such as the EQ or "clicker"?
Sorry if this question has been asked and answered a dozen times in the past month. I ran some searches here before I posted. Thanks in advance for your help.
Regards,
John

iBod wrote:
1. Which input should it go into--tape, CD or video?
Whichever one makes the most sense for you (and is free to use). I'm assuming all the inputs are identical apart from the labelling to match the input selector on the front of the unit.
Hi, iBod, thanks for your answers.
The only thing I'm still unsure of is the assumption that all the inputs are identical in terms of the voltage or amperage that they can accept. For example, I know that the phono input is designed for a signal that needs preamplification and the tape input is designed for a signal that doesn't. I'm not sure about the CD and video inputs, and what I want to avoid is having the iPod damage the receiver with too much amperage or voltage or whatever.
Anyone know for sure?
Regards,
John

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flushme06 wrote:
Thinking of ditching my CD player and just ripping 'em all to itunes on my Mini
Absolutely. A lot of people are doing it. You can put all those CDs away somewhere and not have them taking up living space (if that's a priority).
Using Apple Lossless compression you'll have results that are indistinguishable from the CDs. If you're not a critical listener you can probably get by with 256kb/s or 320kb/s MP3 (or AAC - Apple compressed), as that sounds exactly the same as the original source for 80-90% of people.
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Hi. I was wondering if someone could tell me what is the best product to hook your iPod mini up to your car stereo. I have looked at some but I would like some opinions. I want a good product not something that will break right away. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks!

b Various Methods to Connect to a Car Stereo System, or Listen to Your iPod in the Vehicle
b Best:
Direct connection via the dock connector or headphone jack of your iPod, to the mini-jack input (or AUX RCA input jacks) of your car stereo. Not many low/moderate-end cars have this feature yet, but it is becoming more popular. Some aftermarket auto stereo units may have this feature.
There are also some after-market, moderate to fairly expensive direct interfaces, that hook into your existing car stereo to provide a high-quality, direct connection. Most will also power/charge the iPod. Pretty slick, but can be pricey ($80-$300). If money is no object, a clean way to go. Not very portable from car to car if at all.
http://logjamelectronics.com/ipodproducts.html
http://www.myradiostore.us/auxadapters/blitzsafe/blitzsafe-m-link-ipod-interface .html
http://www.theistore.com/ipod2car.html
http://www.mp3yourcar.com/
b Better:
Connect your iPod to a cassette adaptor and play your tunes through your car's cassette player. Some new cars no longer come with a cassette player, so it may not be an option. It will provide even better audio quality if you can run the audio feed out of the dock connector (see the SendStation link below). Can be portable between cars that have a cassette player and also be used in your home cassette system.
b Good:
Attach an FM transmitter to your iPod and play the tunes through an unused FM station. Convenient, but wireless FM transmitter signals are susceptible to static and outside interference, and can vary in strength and quality depending on your location. Some noticeable degradation and distortion, depending on the quality of the transmitter, the sensitivity of your ears and the airwave congestion in your area. Highly portable between cars, and may be used in a home system. FM transmitters that need to be plugged into a DC auto jack may not work in a home environment (without some sort of adaptor).
b Marginal:
Attach an external speaker system to the iPod and play it in the car. Workable, but not too good - unless you spring for a $300+ Bose (or similar) system. But why? Only if your vehicle has no Stereo system, perhaps.
b Brave Techno-Geek:
This site gives some direction on adapting your own car stereo by yourself: http://www.whatsmyip.org/ipodrx8/ . Risky, but it has been successful: Seanski, "silent track" #2, 11:59pm Jul 15, 2005 CDT
Whichever you choose, power the iPod through your cars DC power -- either from a power adapter, or as part of the combined audio adaptor. Have a method to secure the iPod to the dash/console/etc. See the reviews for all the various accessories at the iLounge
You will also get better audio output if the dock connection plug is used, rather than the headphone jack. See this URL for a novel adaptor: https://www.sendstation.com/us/products/pd_lousb.html. Others types are also available via this site.
I have read positive and negative reviews of each method, and within method there are great variations in performance of different manufacture's systems and peoples opinions of their performance. Some cassette adaptors/FM transmitters work poorly, some better.
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Ipod to Stereo- Low Volume from Receiver

I have connected my Ipod to my stereo receiver (Pioneer VSX-1015Tx) using a Monster Ipod to RCA. I have tried using various inputs on the receiver, but in each I have to crank up the volume to get a good sound. Does the Ipod need an amplifier? Does a dock do this?

You should be able to connect the ipod to the AUX, CD, or Tape input with the volume on the ipod at max. and not have any distortion using the same receiver volume setting that you use with other inputs. Have you tried any other devices on these inputs? Have you tried another cable? What is the source of the music files you have on the ipod?

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I tried my CD player the same way(from headphone jack to LINE IN on the stereo) and I also have to raise the volume.
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Once again I've answered my own question. If I knew how to delete my question I would.

IPod to older model stereo receiver...

I want to get my husband something he can play his ipod and hook up to his existing receiver (which is pretty old)...
what do I need to do that????

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Scosche+-+3'+3.5mm-to-RCA+Cable/8357075.p?id=1177112417433&skuId=8357075... RCA&cp=1&lp=1
99.9% of receivers have a "tape deck in" or similar so that should be all you need. (feel free to price shop, I just grabbed the first one to show you an idea of what you need).
If you like my post, or solution to your issue/question, go ahead and click on the little star by my name and/or accept the post as the Solution. It makes me happy.
I'm NOT an employee of Best Buy, or Geek Squad, though I did work as an Agent for a year 5 years ago. None of my posts are to be taken as the official stance that Best Buy will take on your situation. My advice is just that, advice.
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How do you normally run those speakers? If the speakers are not self-powered, you probably need to have a receiver/amplifier that acts as the hub for your CD player, radio, and other audio components, and powers the speakers? The iPod then become one of those audio components.
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Can anyone help with this one?
I am trying to connect my iPod to my stereo receiver. I have the 5th generation 30gb iPod. I hooked it up to my stereo (Sony str-de825) with a monster cable through the tape & video inputs and it it sounded low and muddy. When I turned it up the sound the receiver blew.
I now have a new reciever and bought a dock for the iPod, and I am getting the same crappy sound through the stereo and don't want to blow it again (obviously) but would like to be able ot use my iPod in my stereo. Does anyone have any idea of what's going on?
Thanks in advance.

Can anyone help with this one?
I am trying to connect my iPod to my stereo receiver.
I have the 5th generation 30gb iPod. I hooked it up
to my stereo (Sony str-de825) with a monster cable
through the tape & video inputs and it it sounded
low and muddy. When I turned it up the sound the
receiver blew.
I now have a new reciever and bought a dock for the
iPod, and I am getting the same crappy sound through
the stereo and don't want to blow it again
(obviously) but would like to be able ot use my iPod
in my stereo. Does anyone have any idea of what's
going on?
Thanks in advance.
Why video? verify that u r connecting in the right place. try in the cd input.the cable is ok? try a new set
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i hope this helps thanks again for your time
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