Info on USB / iPhone connection on AMi II please

[nickv8]

Hi - I am getting my hands on a 2016MY Vantage which has the AMi II infotainment system along with the last-gen haptic button console.

My previous 2014MY Vantage connected to my iPhone with the iPod Link Lead, p/n 6694514 (an AM part) along with an Apple Lightning to 30-Pin Adaptor, p/n A1468 as shown here:



With the new model, is this adapter arrangement needed or will an iPhone connect directly to the infotainment (especially audio) using a standard Lightning to USB cable? Did the armrest compartment socket for the old iPod Link Lead even carry over to the 2016MY?

Finally, is it possible to upgrade the AMi II system to AMi III simply with software? I suspect that the 3D nature of the AMi III system that it also has new hardware. This bit doesn't concern me, but just curious.

I've tried to find these specifics in the Definitive Guide, but it doesn't appear to be in there. All feedback appreciated!

[AstonZagato]

It connects via a USB socket and just needs a regular lightning cable. It will also connect via bluetooth. You can use Siri by pressing and holding the call button. It also reads you text messages.

Good system.

[nickv8]

AstonZagato said:

It connects via a USB socket and just needs a regular lightning cable. It will also connect via bluetooth. You can use Siri by pressing and holding the call button. It also reads you text messages.

Good system.

Thanks for this info! Perfect - keeps things simple.

I'll return that cable adapter to the original car when I collect the new one.