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SSI America iPod2Car manual

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     Multi Technology Equipment LLC v.1.3.A All Rights Reserved iP od2 Car A d apte r Instructio n Manual IPO D 2CAR .COM 43C Rocklyn Ave Lynbrook , NY 11563 Phone 516 - 887 - 8885 Fax 516 - 887 - 8881[...]

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    T able of Contents CHAPTER 1 Installation Preparation (All Vehicles) 1 Load/Unload Magazine 3 CHAPTER 2 Dip - Switch Overview (REQUI RED) 4 Acura 5 Audi 6 Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercury) 7 - 8 GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chevy, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Saturn ) 9 - 10 Chrysler (Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) 12 Honda 13 Toyota 14 Volkswagen 15 CHAPTER 3 Tro[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 2 Installation Preparation T his chapter provides information required for the installation o f the IPOD2CAR A DAPTER , it must be read by all users . Thank you for purchasing the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER . Since the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER will work s in many different vehicles the following steps must be taken to ensure the IPOD is set up c[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 3[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 4 Vehicle Installation In this chapter you will learn how to install the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER in specific vehicles . The IPOD2CAR ADAPTER is what connects the IPOD to your vehicles factory car stereo. This IPOD2CAR ADAPTER , and to the spe cific cable nee ded for your car. Browse to the specific section for your vehicle to learn ho[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 5 Acura Before connecting any cables to the black box y ou must set the dip switch to the Chrysler New / Honda / Acura 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. § All Models (1992 - 2002 ) – Connector behind the radio, u[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 6 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 black box you must se[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 7 Ford (Ford, Lincoln, Mercu ry) Before connecting any cables to the black box you must set the dip switch to the “Ford 1” position. If you set the dip - switches after you have connecte d cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the IPOD2CAR to operate. See the next page for a full list of vehicles as [...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 8 Model Year(s) IPOD Location and Notes Ford 16 - Pin connector behind Radio . Crown Victoria 1995 - 1997 Premium Audio System RCU (Rear Control Unit) in the trunk. Crown Victo ria 1995 - 1997 JBL / Luxury System Crown Victoria 1998 - 2003 20 - Pin connector behind Radio . Escape 2001 - 2004 20 - Pin connector behind Radio . 16[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 9 GM (Buick, Cadillac, Chev y , GMC, Pontiac, Saturn) Before connecting any cables to the black box you must set the dip switch box to the posi tion listed for your vehicle . If you set the dip - switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the IPOD 2CAR to operate. GM’s use [...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 10 Model Year(s) IPOD Location and Notes Buick Notes for Buick: Requires GM factory CD data cable part # 12344003 if not pre - wired in trunk. Century 1997 - 2003 GM - B Cable in trunk. Protocol: E&C Le Sabre 2000 - 2002 GM - B Cable in trunk. Protocol: Class 2 Le Sabre 1995 - 1999[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 11 Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing th e “ Aux ” or “ Source ” button . To change tracks simply press “ Seek < ” or “ Seek > ” Switch to the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER by pressing the “ B and” button, until you see XM1. The screen will change to D1 T1 ( Disc 1, Track 1) To change tracks press “ Seek [...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 12 Ch rysler (Chrysle r, Jeep, Dodge, Plymouth, Eagle) Make sure the IPOD2CAR ADAPTER 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 ADAPTER . Before connecting any cables you must set the dip switch box to the position l[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 13 Honda – All Honda except Passport Before connecting any cables you must set the dip switch box to the position listed for your vehicle . 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. Honda Compatible with Honda 1992 - 2004 except: H[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 14 Toyota / Scion / Izusu / Honda - Passpo rt Before connecting any cables you must set the dip swi tch box to the position listed for your vehicle . If you set the dip - switches after you have connected cables to the box, you must disconnect and reconnect them for the IPOD 2CAR to operate. Toyota / Scion/ Isuzu / Honda - Pass[...]

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    VEHICLE INSTALLATION 15 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 black box you [...]

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    TROUBLESHOOTING 16 Symptom Cause Remedy No Power Blown fuse Replace fuse with same amp. Rating. If the fuse blows again, ca ll tech support. No Power Bad connection Check cable connection. Alternator no ise is heard (Changes with gas) Wrong wiring creates ground loop. Call tech support or ask a local car audio shop . Radio can’t recognize IPOD2CA[...]

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    17 Notices, Warnings, and Warranty Info One Year Limited Warranty T he quality controls used in the manufacture of this product 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 th at, upon inspection by SS[...]

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    18 Caution 1. Use of headph ones 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 dr iver of a motor vehicle should not operate the IPOD2CAR ADAPTE[...]

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    19 FORD Appendix IPOD2CAR ADAPTER Connection 2004 - Town Car, Grand Marquis, Marauder, LS and Ford Crown Vic. 1. Preparing the Ford - 12pin Cable Take the Ford 12pin cable and cut off the black 12 - pin harness. You will use only the cable an d big White 22 pin connector (connects to the black box). 2. Connection to the Vehicle There are two connec[...]

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    20 GM – Corvette Appendix IPOD2CAR ADAPTER 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 followi ng: 1. Preparing the GM - A Cable Take the GM - A cable and cut off the Black and Red harness, you will then have two cables in your hands. One cable wi[...]

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    21 GM – 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 follow ing: 1. Preparing the GM - A Cable Take the GM - A cable and cut of[...]