Tony, I'm talking about a CD-changer interface similar to what's used with the Phatbox, not just a BUS-to-Line-Level(AUX) adapter.

Using the interface allows you to control the iPod with your stock (or some aftermarket) head units, including steering-mounted controls if your car is so equipped.

This way you can obviously have the portable player docked somewhere visible, but never have to touch it to do most tasks.

I think I'm screwed though... There isn't much time left for gift-buying so if it's MP3 I want to do, I'd have to go an just buy something available off the shelf here. Uuugh. I'm giving myself until Saturday to figure out what I'm going to do. Fall-back will be jewelry and anything else (smaller) I can think of while shopping for it.

Bruno