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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 10:27 PM
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If you want to run 2 audio inputs, go here http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=7674.0
good instructions with pictures

I don't think that anyone would throw an Ipod or a Zumo away if he owned one or the other.
On the same token, why buy an Ipod if you have a Zumo 550 already.
When it comes to "Just the Tunes" either will work fine.
But, I still try to Simplify Simplify Simplify!!!
That's why I have the Zumo 550
The Zumo doesanything the Ipod will doand then some!
At the same time the Zumo doesn't paint you into a corner with limitations.
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Old Feb 21, 2008 | 10:36 PM
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Dawg, I'd go with the Zumo since you already have it! That Zumo is a awesome addition to your bike for sure! Just my to cents though
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 12:01 AM
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I use a Nano with one of Gilbos mounts on the right handlebar. Works great.

Does the Zumo or iTouch screen work with gloves on? Just curious.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 12:13 AM
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The Zumo works good with gloves. I ware tight and also thinly insulated gloves as well as electric heated gloves when needed. They all work good. If I am going to do several touch screan commands I pull over. Personally, I think it's quicker and safer.
Take the Zumo 550 tourhttp://gpsinformation.org/zumo/zumo.html https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=135&pID=414
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Does the Zumo or iTouch screen work with gloves on? Just curious.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 02:58 AM
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Okay so if I go with the Zumo only where do I hook the 3.5mm jack up on the zumo? I have the 450 and don't see a hole for it. There are two holes on the cradle, but the one labeled audio out looks bigger than 3.5, the mic hole looks to be about the same size.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 08:45 AM
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ORIGINAL: dawg

Okay so if I go with the Zumo only where do I hook the 3.5mm jack up on the zumo? I have the 450 and don't see a hole for it. There are two holes on the cradle, but the one labeled audio out looks bigger than 3.5, the mic hole looks to be about the same size.
Audio Out is the correct hole.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 09:23 AM
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I have the Ipod Nano. play lists right now and over 1K of songs. 8gb unit. I purchased the Ipod Interface cable for my Clarion Stereo. It alows me to hide the nano in my windshield pouch and select songs using the stereo.

I have had a couple of diffrent MP3 Players and honestly the Ipod (even for the price) has been the best.

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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 11:37 AM
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Hi Dawg,
here's your question:

ORIGINAL: dawg
Okay so if I go with the Zumo only where do I hook the 3.5mm jack up on the zumo? I have the 450 and don't see a hole for it. There are two holes on the cradle, but the one labeled audio out looks bigger than 3.5, the mic hole looks to be about the same size.
Hot Off The Zumo page
simple answer, Yes
but, seeing is believeing

Scroll down the Garmin Zumo 450 page below to"spec's"
the 450 has the same "audio out" as the 550. Hi-lited in Bold largeRED










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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 11:41 AM
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Ipod!! I have over 1500 songs on it
 
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Old Feb 22, 2008 | 12:51 PM
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The iPod offers more flexibility. On the other hand,you shoulduse the Zumo since you already bought it and see how it works out.
 
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