Interesting, I am having the same problem with my camera. It sure would be great if it was that simple to fix, especially since that would mean I don't need to pull the dash apart... again
As for the ipod, he is probably right. But I have noticed with mine if it's already plugged in I just hear noise, I have to plug it in after the radio is on and it works fine. Sounds like that might be a different issue though. I haven't updated the software yet either though.
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