I am wondering what you use the serial connector for while in the car? I thought of a laptop to use emplode, but if you pull it out to use the inside serial connector, you would lose power to the player. What did I miss?

I understand how the digital interface can require some time to master, but I've become quite comfortable with it. Remember you can use the pin numbering system to get to specific tracks, too. I think the best approach is to arrange carefully prepared playlists (even playlists with the same tracks in different order) and just make simple selections from your top menu.

I also use the player at home and I think that helps in becoming comfortable with the remote.

Regarding losing the remote... just get a credit card case or business card case that fits and velcro it to the dash to hold the remote.

I also suspect that more user interface options will appear. Empeg is already working on a steering wheel remote for us.

Nice car, by the way! My father had a '64. Wish he kept it.

Regards,
Mark