Availability Update for New Orders: For new orders, we will not be offering a pre-order. Instead, we plan to order the necessary parts first and make this a stocked item once inventory is ready. We do not have a confirmed restock date, but our best estimate is late October. Our newsletter at the bottom of our site will make more announcements. USB-C (Charge Only) + Bluetooth + 3.5mm AudioiPod 5–7th Gen MKII Electronics PCB Overview The iPod 5–7th Gen MKII Electronics PCB is a custom internal board designed specifically for Boxy Pixel MKII MAX and MKII MIN housings. It adds to your iPod: USB-C charging (charge only) Integrated Bluetooth audio 3.5mm headphone jack with TRRS support Dual battery connector options This board works with iPod motherboard, but will NOT fit Apple OEM housings.It will NOT fit previous-generation Boxy Pixel housings. It is designed exclusively for our current MKII MAX and MKII MIN builds. Compatibility Compatible with: iPod Classic 5th Generation (Video) iPod Classic 5.5 Generation (Enhanced) iPod Classic 6th Generation iPod Classic 7th Generation Fits: Boxy Pixel MKII MAX Housings Boxy Pixel MKII MIN Housings Not compatible with: Apple OEM housings Earlier Boxy Pixel housing generations USB-C Charging (Charge Only) The board includes a USB-C port for charging. Works with standard USB-C cables Works with conventional chargers Works with higher-wattage fast chargers The device will charge at its designed rate. It does not support fast-charge protocols. USB-C data transfer is not enabled by default. Optional Data Pads (Advanced Mod) Solder pads for D+ and D- are available if you wish to add USB-C data functionality. This requires micro soldering to the iPod 30-pin connector.We do not provide support for this advanced modification. Bluetooth Specifications This board includes an integrated KCX Bluetooth emitter module. Bluetooth Version: 5.0Profile: A2DPCodec: SBC Supports wireless audio transmission to compatible Bluetooth headphones and speakers. 3.5mm Headphone Jack Includes a 3.5mm audio jack with TRRS support. Compatible with: Standard headphones TRRS headsets (3 rings on your headphones) Wired audio remains available regardless of Bluetooth use. Dual Battery Connector Options This PCB provides two battery connector options: Standard iPod battery connector Slim battery connector designed for our upcoming custom battery Bonus: solder points for soldering a battery You can choose either option depending on your build configuration. Taptic Engine Support Solder pads are included for adding a taptic engine in the future. Additional wiring and installation work will be required. Installation Notes Difficulty Level: Intermediate to Advanced Installation requires full iPod disassembly and proper routing of included flex cables. No soldering is required for standard charging and Bluetooth functionality. What’s Included (1) MKII Electronics PCB (1) Custom Power Flex Cable (1) Custom Audio Flex Cable Note The power level indicator on your iPod will not function properly. I am looking at ways to have a level indictor on the rear as a possible upgrade. No ETA on this.
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