I just switched out the XMD1 and the DC625 CD for a CMD6, Clarion USB extensions x 2 (one for cockpit and the other for in the cabin), MW1 extension and a new DZV625 CeNet ready CD player. I have a 2003 340DA and the XMD1 and C-Bus 625 were standard. The placement was a breeze because the newer CD player is identical in all ways to the older DC625. It fits in the exact location. I know everyone says go purely with an ipod but I have a ton of CD's and I'm not going to sit and transfer them over to MP3's and the ipod. I'd rather just bring 6 and let them play for an afternoon. I also have an extra cartridge so I can bring along 6 more all ready to go. Having the MW1 and the USB extension at the helm is awesome. The CMD6 comes with a remote and it can control the radio through a sensor pick up in the MW1 so the handheld radio remote works perfect when sitting in the salon having a drink and then wanting to change the radio or CD. The MW1 also allows you to se what's on the ipod and scan thru your songs. Overall, I'm so glad I throughly researched my options and I think I ended up with exactly the set up I wanted. I would definitely recommend the Clarion system higher than all others. It's amazing sounding. The only difficulty (not really difficult just labor intensive) was opening my old wired remote hole up to 3 inches for the MW1 to fit. I'm going to post pics soon. Thanks for all the input from the members!
