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Title: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 06 April 2008, 12:09
Tried to burn some mp3s to play in the car but it doesnt seem to like how im doing them, how do you burn yours
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: Hurdy on 06 April 2008, 13:40
I use windows media player with the bit rate set at the normal 128kbps, but I don't have the RCD500, so don't have the issue :smiley:
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: JonnyG on 06 April 2008, 14:35
I use Roxio Easy Media Creator - and just use the data option to copy the MP3 directories across and then close the CD

I usually only use 6 directories (i.e 6 albums) - these then show up as Folders on my RCD300.

Not tried with a DVD yet
 
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: R32UK on 06 April 2008, 16:07
I use Roxio Easy Media Creator - and just use the data option to copy the MP3 directories across and then close the CD

I usually only use 6 directories (i.e 6 albums) - these then show up as Folders on my RCD300.

Not tried with a DVD yet
 


Can the cd player play DVD's too??? Surely that would mean I can get 10x more music I am currently getting on my cds
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 06 April 2008, 16:13
i didnt think they could play dvd's
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: R32UK on 06 April 2008, 16:17
i didnt think they could play dvd's

Me either... thats why im asking :laugh: In fact Im pretty sure they dont play dvds!!
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: orca on 06 April 2008, 16:24
I use Nero to create my CDs.  One folder per album.  Bit rate 192kbps (I use iTunes to rip my albums into mp3s at 192kbps).  I've only got the rcd300 though.

Is your rcd5000 definitely mp3 compatible?
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 06 April 2008, 16:28
no idea ?, its new and it says so in the handbook ?, are some 5000 not mp3 then ?
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: JonnyG on 06 April 2008, 16:31
Does it say mp3 on your actual head unit ?  it does on mine
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: R32UK on 06 April 2008, 16:38
it does on mine too. Much better than the crappy ipod in armrest thing!
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 06 April 2008, 16:47
Does it say mp3 on your actual head unit ?  it does on mine

dunno, will need to look at it ?, does the ipod in my armrest have any influence on the headunit used ?
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: Hurdy on 06 April 2008, 17:49
Does it say mp3 on your actual head unit ?  it does on mine

dunno, will need to look at it ?, does the ipod in my armrest have any influence on the headunit used ?

No!

Your RCD500 should say MP3 on the front, otherwise it ain't compatible.
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 07 April 2008, 07:02
on a side note, can you confirm that i definitely should have a radio code with the car ?, dealer is saying no but everyone else says yes, just need the ammo for when i speak to them
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: stokeballoon on 07 April 2008, 11:44
182,

did you receive my PM?  I have had no further contact with Tommy Cupra, but will keep you posted.

Dave
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 2007GTI on 07 April 2008, 15:05
all VW's are supplied with a radio code on a card.
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 07 April 2008, 16:57
all VW's are supplied with a radio code on a card.

LOL, you mean there supposed to be supplied with one
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: Max Q on 07 April 2008, 17:03
I didn't get a radio code either and mines an '08. Apparently all new radios are paired to the chassis so unless you plan on using the radio in a different car you won't need the code. I had my battery disconnected to install my bluetooth kit and when I powered everything back up the radio just turned on without looking for the code as would be the case for older units requiring a code everytime the power is disconnected for an extended period.
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: hotrod on 07 April 2008, 17:54
on a side note, can you confirm that i definitely should have a radio code with the car ?, dealer is saying no but everyone else says yes, just need the ammo for when i speak to them


My dealer said the same... no code... all held on VW database.
Title: Re: rcd 5000 radio and playing mp3's
Post by: 182_blue on 07 April 2008, 17:57
cheers folks, to be fair to my dealer he has said if i remove the radio and give him the serial number he will get me the code (he did offer to get it removed and check it for me but i declined LOL)