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Old Sep 23, 2014 | 09:34 PM
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Any real difference between iron cross and harley in function or quality? Iron cross is quite a bit less.

Anyone know if iron cross gives a forum discount?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 07:43 AM
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Coming from us will seem biased....

The HDPDPLUS3 is the latest generation we offer.

Functionally, there is no significant difference between it and the HD module.

Early on, they both had issues with the iPod connecter on the cable
We have since changed cable manufactures, and our cable issues are now very rare.

The biggest performance difference is the audio level output.
There have been many reports of the Harley module playing at a lower volume level than the rest of the radios audio sources. The HDPDPLUS specifically addressed that issue so the module will play at the same audio level as the rest of the audio sources.

The pass-through harness used on the HDPDPLUS means that it's an easy install in any system configuration with no re-pinning or additional connectors needed.

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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 10:16 AM
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How long has the HDPDPLUS3 been out? I have one of you iPod adaptors but not sure which generation it is. Occasionally the plug on mine comes loose. I've started putting a rubber band around it to keep it from rattling loose. Also, any difference in output level between the various generations you guys have offered?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Da Shadow
How long has the HDPDPLUS3 been out? I have one of you iPod adaptors but not sure which generation it is. Occasionally the plug on mine comes loose. I've started putting a rubber band around it to keep it from rattling loose. Also, any difference in output level between the various generations you guys have offered?
GEN3 has been out about 2 months
No output difference between units.

What plug is coming loose?
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 12:14 PM
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I have the GEN3 version and now have NONE of the issues I had with the HD Interface. IMHO, Iron Cross is the way to to!
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 12:38 PM
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I would buy an aftermarket head unit with IPOD accessibility....you will end up with a better product, and it will pan out as the same cost...
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by GLACIERPEARL
I would buy an aftermarket head unit with IPOD accessibility....you will end up with a better product, and it will pan out as the same cost...
Listen to the man .I have gone down both roads I have a Kenwood hu love it. I just sold the hd ipod module.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Iron Cross Audio
GEN3 has been out about 2 months
No output difference between units.

What plug is coming loose?
The plug that goes into the ipod. I bought the extension and have it routed to my tourpak. I put the ipod in a koozie to protect it a little. It does not come loose all the time but once in a while it works back out and I just pull over and push it back in. I found though that one of my wife's hair ties lengthwise around the ipod holds the plug in pretty well.
 
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Originally Posted by Da Shadow
The plug that goes into the ipod. I bought the extension and have it routed to my tourpak. I put the ipod in a koozie to protect it a little. It does not come loose all the time but once in a while it works back out and I just pull over and push it back in. I found though that one of my wife's hair ties lengthwise around the ipod holds the plug in pretty well.
If it's still under warranty, give us a call.
We'll get you a new cable.
Sounds like the locking tabs have an issue
 
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Iron Cross Audio
If it's still under warranty, give us a call.
We'll get you a new cable.
Sounds like the locking tabs have an issue
The warranty is just a year isn't it?
 
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