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Discount Car Stereo BLU-C5 Install Manual

Audio streaming module for 1997-04 corvette

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Created January 16, 2023
Revised November 22, 2024

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  • Page 1 Courtesy of: DiscountCarStereo.com Serving the internet community since 1995 Created January 16, 2023 Revised November 22, 2024...
  • Page 2 1997-04 Corvette AM/FM/CD and AM/FM/TAPE RADIOS WITH AUX BUTTON Introduction The new BLU-C5 module (V 10.24), adds music streaming capabilities to C5 Theftlock CD or Tape radios (Bose and non-Bose). User has the option to install this module behind radio cavity OR (if pre-wired), to the 10-pin CD plug in trunk/hatch.
  • Page 3 Installation 2: For trunk/hatch installs only Selecting this option means the module is to be connected/installed to the 10-pin “CD” plug in trunk/hatch and also requires routing the accessory wire (red) from trunk/hatch to fuse panel in passenger foot well. Fig.
  • Page 4 2. Connect factory 10-pin CD plug (See Fig. 6) to installation harness mating 10- Where to get 12V Switched power in C5 Corvette pin socket (white) (See Fig. 8) We have 3 suggestions as to where to connect the installation harness red accessory (switched) wire: 1.
  • Page 5 Fuse #11, 22, 23 from interior fuse box Add-a-fuse tap wiring instructions under passenger toe board (See Fig. 12). Alert: Fuse-tap is not required (included) for radio/dashboard installs 1. Strip 1/4- 3/8” insolation from accessory wire (See Fig. 9) 2. Insert stripped wire into blue butt connector (See Fig. 13) 3.
  • Page 6 Optional USB extension cable installation Please note: Optional USB dash mount extension cable is not required for operation; however, it extends the module USB charging port (See Fig. 16) to software upgrades and dashboard, glovebox etc. The module USB port supports charging.
  • Page 7: Bluetooth Operation

    Bluetooth operation Pairing Pairing process varies among devices but the basic steps are the same. This Turn ignition to “ACC”, turn the radio ON process is done upon initial install and will not have to be repeated. 2. Press “AUX” button on radio (See Fig. 21) to enter Bluetooth mode. Turn ignition and radio “ON”...
  • Page 8: Feature Comparison

    Controls from radio buttons installation 1 on page 2. Table 2 I am installing the BLU-C5 in the trunk. Why do I need to route an accessory wire if the CD plug already has a power supply wire? Can I Modules...
  • Page 9 For additional questions, email support@discountcarstereo.com © 1995-Nov-24 Discount Car Stereo, Inc. All rights reserved. Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or mark holders.

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