rm11.16.04 iPod2Car Interface Instruction Manual Peripheral Electronics®, a division of AAMP of America™ 13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760 727-572-9255 or interface@peripheral-aamp.com ©2005 AAMP™ of Florida, Inc.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 Installation Preparation (All Vehicles) Pages 1-2 CHAPTER 2 Dip-Switch Overview (REQUIRED) 3 Acura 4 Audi 5 Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury) 6-7 GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn) 8-10 Chrysler (Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) 11 Honda 12 Toyota 13 Volkswagen 14 CHAPTER 3 Troubleshooting 15 Warranty/Warnings 16 FCC and Legal Information 17 Ford Appendix 18 GM Appendix 1 19 GM Appendix 2 20
VEHICLE INSTALLATION 1 CHAPTER Installation Preparation This chapter provides information required for the installation of the iPod2car adaptor, it must be read by all users. Thank you for purchasing the iPod2car adaptor. Since the iPod2car will work in many different vehicles the following steps must be taken to ensure the iPod is set up correctly for the vehicle it is being installed in. Before Installation IMPORTANT!!!!!!! MAKE SURE TO UPDATE THE FIRMWARE ON YOUR iPod.
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VEHICLE INSTALLATION 2 CHAPTER Vehicle Installation In this chapter you will learn how to install the iPod2car adaptor in specific vehicles. The iPod2car adaptor is what connects the iPod to your vehicles factory car stereo. This iPod2car adaptor, connects to your car radio using a vehicle specific cable harness. Browse to the specific section for your vehicle to learn what cable you need and how to set up the iPod2car and install in your vehicle. Below is an overview of all iPod2car settings.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Acura Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position. If you set the dip-switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the iPod to operate.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Audi Make sure you have your radio’s theft protection code before you attempt installation. When you reconnect power to the battery, you will need to enter this code. Information about the theft protection code can be found in your vehicle’s audio operation manual. Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury) Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position. If you set the dip-switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the iPod to operate. *If you use PXHFD1, PXHFD2 or Ground or any part of the car chassis.
Model Year(s) IPOD Location and Notes Ford 1995-1997 Premium Audio System PXHFD1 (Rear Control Unit) in the trunk. Crown Victoria Crown Victoria Escape Year(s) IPOD Location and notes Aviator 2002-2004 PXHFD3 connector behind Radio. Continental 1995-1997 Lincoln PXHFD2 connector behind Radio. Crown Victoria Model PXHFD2 connector behind Radio.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Pontiac, Saturn) *PLEASE READ* *1995-1999 Radios with built in CD player (Except Corvette) are NOT compatible with the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER. *2000-2004 Radios with built in CD player ARE compatible. Separate OEM CD (1995-2000) must be disconnected to use the iPod2car adaptor. 2003 – 2005: If XM mode is used, the you must not have GM factory original XM tuner installed. If installed you must unplug it for iPod2car adaptor to work.
Model Year(s) Buick IPOD Location and Notes Chevrolet - continue Notes for Buick:Requires GM factory CD data cable part # 12344003 if not pre-wired in trunk.
GMC Model Year(s) IPOD Location and Notes Jimmy 1998-2002 PXHGM1 Cable behind HeadunitProtocol: E&C Envoy 2004 PXHGM3 Cable behind HeadunitProtocol: XM / Class 2 Envoy 1999-2001 PXHGM1 Cable behind HeadunitProtocol: E&C Achieva 1996-1998 PXHGM3 Cable in trunk.Protocol: E&C Savana 1999-2000 PXHGM1 Cable behind HeadunitProtocol: E&C Alero 1999-2000 PXHGM2 Cable in trunk.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Chrysler (Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) Make sure the iPod2car adaptor is compatible with your vehicle, Check for “Disc ^” printed on preset button “1”. If you see it, it means that your radio can control the iPod2car adaptor. Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position. If you set the dip-switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the iPod to operate..
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Honda – All Honda except Passport Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position. If you set the dip-switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the iPod to operate.
VEHICLE INSTALLATION Toyota / Scion / Isuzu / Honda-Passport Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position. If you set the dip-switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the iPod to operate.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Volkswagen Make sure you have your radio’s theft protection code before you attempt installation. When you reconnect power to the battery, you will need to enter this code. Information about the theft protection code can be found in your vehicle’s audio operation manual. Before connecting any cables to the iPod2car you must set the dip switch to the correct position.
3 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHAPTER Symptom Cause Remedy No Power Blown fuse Replace fuse with same amp. Rating. If the fuse blows again, call tech support. No Power Bad connection Check cable connection. Alternator noise is heard (Changes with gas) Wrong wiring creates ground loop. Call tech support or ask a local car audio shop. Radio can’t recognize iPod2car adaptor Bad cables or cables are not connected properly between converter box and car radio Check connection and cables, push in firmly.
Warranty and Warning One Year Limited Warranty The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product will ensure your satisfaction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from an authorized dealer. This warranty covers any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by Peripheral Electronics authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to installation expenses.
Caution 1. Use of headphones while operating an automobile or moving vehicle is not recommended and is unlawful in some countries and areas. 2. Be careful and attentive on the road. Stop operation of the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER if you find it disruptive or distracting while driving. The driver of a motor vehicle should not operate the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER while driving.
FORD Appendix iPod2car Adaptor Connection 2004 - Town Car, Grand Marquis, Marauder, LS and Ford Crown Vic. 1. Preparing the Ford-12pin Cable Take the PXHFD4 cable and cut off the black 12-pin harness. You will use only the cable and big White 22 pin connector (connects to the iPod2car). 2. Connection to the Vehicle There are two connectors located behind the radio, a 16 pin connector and a 24 pin connector. We will first work with the 16 pin connector.
GM Appendix 1 Corvette iPod2car Adaptor Connection to Chevrolet Corvette Most Corvettes are pre-wired to the trunk. In case you can’t find the connector in the trunk, please do the following: 1. Preparing the GM-A Cable Take the PXHGM1 cable and cut off the Black and Red harness, you will then have two cables in your hands. One cable with the big white 22 pin connector and 1 with a small white 9 pin connector. You will use only the cable with the big White 22 pin connector (connects to the iPod2car). 2.
GM Appendix 2 Cadillac; Oldsmobile; Buick that use E&C protocol (1995 – 1999 ) - Cable in trunk can’t be found Most 1995 – 1999 Cadillac’s, Oldsmobile’s & Buick’s are pre-wired to the trunk. In case you can’t find the connector in the trunk, please do the following: 1. Preparing the PXHGM1 Cable Take the PXHGM1 cable and cut off the Black and Red harness, you will then have two cables in your hands. One cable with the big white 22 pin connector and 1 with a small white 9 pin connector.
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