PIE GM12-POD/S Operation Manual

GM12-POD/S
The GM12-POD/S allows you to operate your iPod (Mini,
Nano, G3, G4, G5) using the OEM satellite radio controls
of your GM group radio. The GM12-POD/S provides iPod
charging and full control from the radio, allows you to
maintain your factory Satellite radio system, and features
an additional adjustable auxiliary audio input.
Control of the iPod through the OEM radio includes, but
is not limited to:
• Individual search by artist, album, playlist, song,
composer etc...
• Ability to display the following TEXT fields:
• Artist name
• Song name
• Album title
• Playlist name
• The option of using the OEM radio or iPod to control
your iPod.
• Direct audio connection for optimal sound quality.
• Charging of the iPod.
iPod COMPATIBILITY:
mini classic (G1, G2, G3)
G3 nano (G1, G2, G3, G4, G5)
G4 touch (G1, G2, G3)
video iPhone (2G, 3G, 3GS, 4)
color
Note: iPod control functions may not remain the same after
updating the iPod with firmware not specified in this
manual.
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS:
For use with the following vehicles when equipped with
satellite ready radios with 12-pin radio connectors and a
"BAND" button:
BUICK
ENCLAVE 2007-2008
LA CROSSE 2005-2007
RAINIER 2004-2007
RENDEZVOUS 2003-2007
TEREZZA 2005-2007
CADILLAC
ESCALADE 2003-2006
SRX 2004-2006
CHEVROLET
AVALANCHE 2003-2006
CAVALIER 2003-2005
COLORADO 2004-2008
CORVETTE 2005-2008
IMPALA 2004-2005
MONTE CARLO 2003-2005
SILVERADO 2003-2006
SILVERADO CLASSIC 2007
SUBURBAN 2003-2006
TAHOE 2003-2006
TRAIL BLAZER 2004-2008
UPLANDER 2005-2008
VENTURE 2004-2005
GMC
CANYON 2004-2009
ENVOY 2004-2009
SIERRA 2003-2006
SIERRA CLASSIC 2007
SONOMA 2003-2004
YUKON/XL/DENALI 2003-2006
HUMMER
H2 2003-2007
H3 2006-2008
ISUZU
ASCENDER 2WD 2005-2007
OLDSMOBILE
ALERO 2003-2004
PONTIAC
AZTEC 2003-2006
GRAND AM 2003-2005
MONTANA 2004-2006
SUNFIRE 2003-2005
INTRODUCTION
This operations manual has been prepared to
provide a thorough description on how to interface
and operate the iPod with your OEM car stereo. All
vehicles require different PIE
installation techniques. The information given is for
guidance and each installer should make necessary
decisions that are not covered by this guide.
Precision Interface Electronics strongly recommends
professional installation of all aftermarket equipment.
The terms of warranty demand that professional
assistance of an experienced installer be present, as
the installation requires special tools and knowledge.
Please read the installation guide thoroughly, making
special note to the warning section, before beginning
installation.
WARNINGS
Ensure that the vehicle's battery terminal (-) is
1.
disconnected before installation. Disconnecting the
battery terminal before installing this interface
ensures proper synchronization and helps avoid
possible synchronization errors.
Ensure that normal control and operation of the
2.
vehicle is not impaired by the installation, mounting
all pieces securely and preventing interference to
necessary vehicle operation.
This interface is suitable for use only in vehicles
3.
with 12-volt negative grounding. Use on other supply
voltages or alternative polarity will damage the
equipment.
IPOD PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
The control functions for the iPod using the OEM
radio's satellite radio controls are similar to those
used on the iPod itself. Due to certain radio
limitations, there are some differences in how the
iPod information is accessed and / or displayed
through the OEM radio.
INSTALLATION (For vehicles without XM):
interfaces and