This kit is for the installation behind the radio. If you need to install in the TRUNK - please buy BMW adapter with TRUNK cable. If your car has navigation or DSP (Digital Sound Processing) - please use BMW adapter with TRUNK cable.External CD changer will be disconnected in order for GROM to work.
USB Connection: GROM USB car adapter kit connects USB 2.0 device such as flash drive, external hard drive
or mass storage device to the stock BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006 stereo for music playback and integrated controls.
Control the music through factory BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006 car stereo or steering wheel controls, see titles where applicable, browse by folders.
iPhone / iPod/ iPad USB car integration: Connect your Apple device to the BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006 factory car stereo via USB port.
Play music, control from car stereo or steering wheel, and charge at the same time.
Use standard USB to Apple Lightning connector cable. All iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad with Lightning style cable are compatible.
iPhone, iTouch, and iPad with 30-pin style cable are compatible.
(iPod video, iPod photo, iPod classic, iPod shuffle, iPod mini with 30-pin connectors are not compatible.)
Bluetooth add-on (sold separately): Make hands free phone calls (HFP), stream music from your smartphone to the BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006 factory car stereo,
control music with the car stereo or steering wheel controls with
GROM Bluetooth Dongle Android and iPhone smartphones and most music streaming apps are supported. Works with iPhone and Android Smartphones.
Aux 3.5mm phone jack connection to BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006 car stereo for any additional audio source
such as DVD, MP3 player, XM and more.Available with plus 5V charging option via AUX-In 3.5mm and 5V USB charging cable
Automotive grade USB extension cable with latch-style connectors Operating Temperature: -40C - +85 C (-50F - 200 F) Operating current: ~220mA Standby current: ~1mA SN Ratio: 95dB DAC resolution: NA Distortion: < 0.01% Dimensions: W / H / D - 60* 73 * 20 mm Weight: 60g Enclosure: Black metal
BMW 3 series Coupe, Convertible 2006
Standard package include: - Car stereo adapter in metal enclosure - Vehicle specific harness - Automotive grade USB Type A Male / Type A Female 3FT cable - Operation manual
Optional accessories (purchase separately): - GROM Bluetooth Dongle for hands free calling and wireless playback (GROM-BTD) - AUX 3.5mm cable for any MP3 player, mobile phone, XM, etc. (35USB)
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Warranty - 30 days money back guarantee - 1 yr replacement warranty
Q.: What USB devices can I connect to the USB port of GROM-USB3 car kit?
A.: You can connect USB stick/flash drive, iPhone/iPod/iPad via USB cable. All iPod Touch, iPhone, iPad with Lightning style cable are compatible. iPhone, iTouch, and iPad with 30-pin style cable are compatible.
(iPod video, iPod photo, iPod classic, iPod shuffle, iPod mini with 30-pin connectors are not compatible.)
Q.: Will USB port also charge my iPhone / iPod / iPad, while playing the music?
A.: Yes it will charge your iPhone / iPod / iPad while playing the music.
Q.: If I also use GROM Bluetooth Dongle (GROM-BTD), and the phone call comes in, will USB music pause automatically?
A.: If you connected your device via USB, and Bluetooth at the same time, the music that is playing over USB will pause upon the phone call.
Q.: Will by CD changer keep working?
A.: Buld-in CD changer will keep working, external will be disconnected. Note for NIS02U3 model you will need to physically disconnect SAT/XM tuner for GROM to work.
For more questions about GROM-USB3 functionality please visit GROM-USB3 FAQ page
