Add an iPhone Dock Connector to a Cardboard iPod Boombox

I know, I know what you're thinking... not another ipod speaker/usb charger, right? Well, I wanted to document my specific application with an iPhone and with these ThinkGeek speakers. And it just so happens that there is a ThinkGeek contest going on!

This instructable details how to add a dock connector to the Mini DIY Cardboard iPod Boombox available at ThinkGeek.com and made by suck.uk.com. This is a great little set of inexpensive speakers, which combines decent sound and ultimate portability. The speakers run on 4 AA batteries, and have an 1/8" stereo jack for input. I want to add the following features to the boombox:

1. Physical compatibility with the iPhone
2. Audio line out from the dock connector
3. 5V USB charging from the dock connector
4. RF shielding between the iPhone and the speakers

This is my first instructable so be gentle. Let's get started!

Step 1 Parts and Tools

For this instructable, you will need the following:

PARTS
Mini DIY Cardboard iPod Boombox from ThinkGeek
An iPod Cable with Dock Connector
7805 Voltage Regulator
470uF Capacitor
100uF Capacitor
Various Resistors - see step 4
2AA Battery Holder & Batteries
Soda Cans
Hot Glue

An iPod or iPhone

TOOLS
Scissors or Blade
Soldering Iron
Pliers and Wire Cutters
Multimeter

Comments

[tabascow]

go tohttp://www.instructables.com/id/VBS-ULTRA/

[Yerboogieman]

Does every Ipod cord have audio inputs/outputs?

[Warlrosity]

Whats an Ipod? I have an iPod

[piskaros]

I do not think that most ipod cables have audio outputs. Cables that provide charging and USB connection do not need the line out connections. Here is another example of a cable that does have line out audio output.

sik cable

[The magical duct tape kid]

Way to go!! this looks pretty awesome!