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(PXDP) (PXDP)
Instruction Manual
PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL INST INST INSTALLA ALLA ALLATION TION TION
STRONGL STRONGL STRONGLY Y Y ADVISED ADVISED ADVISED
IMPORTANT NOTE
iPod Firmware MUST be updated BEFORE any other step is taken.
Otherwise, the iPod will not operate properly. See page 1 for further details.
Peripheral Electronics®,
a division of AAMP of America™
13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760
866-788-4237 in the US or 727-572-9255 ext.262 for international calls
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Table of Contents Pages CHAPTER 1-Getting Started 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Precautions 1 1.3 Confi guration & Harnesses 2 1.4 Compatibility Notes 2-3 1.5 Application Guide 4-9 1.6 Programming the iPod2car 10 CHAPTER 2-General Installation 2.1 Installation Location 11 2.2 Pre-Installation Checklist 11 2.3 Wiring Connections 11-12 2.4 Installation at Changer Location 12-13 2.4 Installation at Radio 13 CHAPTER 3 -Operation 3.
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Chapter 1- Getting Started 1.1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing Peripheral Electronics’® iPod2car interface. The iPod2car is designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure through most vehicles’ factory radios. To ensure that your iPod performs correctly in your car or truck, we recommend that you read this entire manual before attempting installa- tion of the iPod2car interface. The iPod2car interface will allow you to connect your iPod to a factory radio that has the ability
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Docking cable Vehicle specifi c harness iPod2car interface 1.3 Confi guration and Harness Selection This section will instruct you on how to properly identify and/or confi rm the proper in- terface dip-switch confi guration and vehicle specifi c harness selection. On the follow- ing pages you will fi nd our vehicle application guide. This guide will inform you of the proper dip-switch confi guration and vehicle specifi c harness for your particular vehicle. Depending on the type of iPod2car kit you
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1.4.5 DODGE- See Chrysler 1.4.4 1.4.6 EAGLE- See Chrysler 1.4.4 1.4.7 FORD- The iPod2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers. 1.4.8 GMC- See Chevrolet 1.4.3 1.4.9 HONDA- Starting in 2003 Honda introduced a new series of radios that use different software that is currently incompatible with the iPod2car. In 2005 all Honda radios use this software- making them incompatible. 1.4.10 HUMMER- See Chevrolet 1.4.3 1.4.11 JEEP- See Chrysler 1.4.4 1.4.12 LINCO
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1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE ASIAN IMPORT visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information Manufacturer Year Interface Model / Modèle Harness Configuration / Fabricant / Année Location NOTE: NOT Compatible with Vehicles Equipped with Navigation Acura Nota : Non Compatible Avec Les Véhicules Dotés De La Fonction Navigation CL 1996-2002 PXHCH2 Config. # 1 Radio Integra 1992-2001 PXHCH2 Config. # 1 Radio Integra 1992-2001 PXHCH2 Config. # 1 Radio Legend 1992-1995 PXHCH2 Co
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1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE FORD visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information Manufacturer Year Interface Model / Modèle Harness Configuration / Fabricant / Année Location NOTE: Not Compatible with In-dash 6 Disc CD Changer Ford Nota : Non Compatible Avec Un Changeur De 6 CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord PXHFD2 Config. # 4 Radio Crown Victoria 1995-1997 Crown Victoria 1998-2003 PXHFD3 Config. # 4 Radio Escape 2001-2004 PXHFD3 Config. # 4 Radio PXHFD2 Config. # 4 Radio
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1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE CHRYSLER visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information Manufacturer Interface Model / Modèle Year / Année Harness Configuration / Fabricant Location NOTE: ONLY Works in Vehicles with Radio with “ D I S C ^ ” Printed on Preset Button # 1 Chrysler Nota : Ne Fonctionne Que Dans Les Véhicules Où « Disc ^ » Est Imprimé Sur Le Bouton De Préréglage No 1 De La Radio 300M 1999-2001 PXHCH1 Config. # 1 Radio 300M 2002-2003 PXHCH3 Config. # 3 Radio Ci
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Manufacturer Interface Model / Modèle Year / Année Harness Configuration / Fabricant Location NOTE: ONLY Works in Vehicles with Radio with “ D I S C ^ ” Printed on Preset Button # 1 Chrysler Nota : Ne Fonctionne Que Dans Les Véhicules Où « Disc ^ » Est Imprimé Sur Le Bouton De Préréglage No 1 De La Radio PXHCH1 Config. # 1 Radio 300M 1999-2001 300M 2002-2003 PXHCH3 Config. # 3 Radio Cirrus 1995-1999 PXHCH1 Config. # 1 Radio PXHCH2 Config. # 3 Radio Cirrus 1999-2000 Concorde 1995-1999 PXHCH1 Con
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1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE GM VEHICLES visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information Manufacturer Interface Model / Modèle Year / Année Harness Configuration / Fabricant Location NOTE: 1995-1999 NOT Compatible with In-dash CD Player Buick Nota : Non Compatible Avec Le Lecteur De CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord Des Modèles 1995-1999 PXHGM3 Config. # 7 Radio LeSabre 1999-2002 Rainier 2005 PXHGM3 Config. # 7 or 8 Radio PXHGM3 Config. # 7 or 8 Radio Rendezvous 2003-2005 NO
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1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE GM VEHICLES CONT. visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information Manufacturer Interface Model / Modèle Year / Année Harness Configuration / Fabricant Location H2 2003-2004 PXHGM3 Config. # 7 or 8 Radio Hummer NOTE: 1995-2001 NOT Compatible with Built-in CD Player Oldsmobile Nota : Non Compatible Avec Le Lecteur De CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord Des Modèles 1995-2001 NOTE: 2004-2005 MUST Disable Factory External A/V Source Devices NOTA : Les a
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1.6 Programming the iPod2car Now that you have identifi ed the correct harness and dip-switch confi guration us- ing the application guide, it is now time to program the interface. To program the interface, set the dip-switches located on the side of the interface (see Fig.1 below) to the congfi guration listed for your vehicle in the Application guide. Switches are in their default setting of “off” in the up position and are turned “on” when switched down. Refer to the chart on the bottom of t
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V O L P WR SE E K 1 2 3 4 R D S S T C U A N N E 5 6 D S P B A ND T D A IS P C E IN F O S T Y E P E K E T R A F A E U Q T O A V U O T I O Chapter 2- General Installation 2.1 Installation Location Most installations will require you to remove the factory radio in order to plug in the vehicle specifi c harness. Some vehicles may require you to connect the interface to a factory pre- run CD changer cable. The location of these CD changer cables will vary by vehicle. Some common locations of these c
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Make these connections only after verifying the proper circuit on your radio harness with a voltmeter. With the key OFF and the negative test lead of the voltmeter fi rmly touching a bare metal chassis part of your car, begin probing the wires in the main radio harness with the positive test lead. The constant 12V+ circuit should read a continuous 12 volts or higher. Once you’ve identifi ed the constant 12V+ circuit, strip back about 1/8” of the insulation. Now take the positive test lead
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4. Decide on a convenient location to mount your iPod. 5. Run the white docking cable from the interface to the desired mounting location. Use caution to not cut, pinch, or crimp the cable during this step. Avoid moving parts, vehicle wiring harnesses and areas of excessive heat when routing the cable. 6. Secure the interface in the vehicle using; double sided tape, Velcro or wire ties. Make sure to check for proper clearance and avoid moving parts. Take into account the size of the interf
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Chapter 3- Operation 3.1 Operation SELECTING THE IPOD To select the iPod from the radio, press the button that would normally activate the factory CD changer. This button varies by vehicle manufacturers. In some applications (using confi g.#8) the iPod2car is accessed like an XM reciever, In these cases you will press the appropriate activation button. Some radio models require pressing the “Seek >” button once, after pressing the CD button. Yet, it may also be necessary to press Play on the
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3.2 Trouble Shooting Symptom Cause Remedy No Power Blown fuse in vehicle fuse Replace fuse with same block. amp rating. If the fuse blows again, call tech support. No Power Bad connection Check cable and wiring connection. Alternator noise is heard Improper wiring creates a Install a Ground loop isola- (Changes with Engine RPM) ground loop tor or seek professional service from a local car audio shop. You can hear music from The Firmware on the iPod Update the Firmware on the iPod but you
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3.3 Warranty 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 Peripheral Elecronics dealer. This warranty covers any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspec- tion by Peripheral Electronics authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not
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Please check out our other products including: Aux2car(PXDX) Programmable auxiliary input device CD2car(PCD10) Complete universal CD changer that connects to most factory stereos www.peripheralelectronics.com Peripheral Electronics®, a division of AAMP of America™ 13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760 866-788-4237 in the US or 727-572-9255 ext.262 for international calls support@peripheralelectronics.com ©2005 AAMP™ of Florida, Inc.
