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ABOUT THE PA11-GM
The PA11-GM interface connects the iPod or iPod Mini directly to GM audio system. Its on-board software
translates commands from either GM CD Changer controls or XM Band controls into commands that the
iPod understands. This interface enables the iPod to co - exist with GM factory Navigation systems, CD
Changer, XM Radio Receiver, DVD system, and On-Star™ and provides the following benefits:
1. Direct connection of the iPod to GM vehicle audio system for optimum sound quality
2. In Playlist mode: select songs and playlist on the iPod using the CD Changer buttons on the radio
In Direct Mode: Search and select songs directly on the iPod.
3. Maintain current playlist when switching from portable use to in-car use.
4. Charge the iPod internal battery --- and to prevent battery-drain, charging automatically ends one
hour after iPod is paused
5. Auxiliary audio input [connect an audio device (mp3, DVD, Game, SAT radio etc) and listen to it on
the factory system]
6. Plug-n-Play: This complete package includes installation cables, mounting screws and user's
manual.
The PA11-GM is designed to use either the CD Changer Controls or the XM Band Controls of your GM
factory radio for controlling the iPod and Auxiliary inputs. Select and use these controls as follows:
1. Using the CD Changer Control Mode:
changer (not the built-in 6-disc changer) connected.
Set DIP switches #3 and #4 located at the side panel of the interface to "ON". Your GM radio will recognize
the interface and will turn on the CD Changer icon on the display panel. Access and control your iPod and
Auxiliary with the "DISC" button and the CD Changer control keys on the GM radio.
If you prefer to use the XM Control instead of the CD Changer control for iPod and Auxiliary interface, please
see "Using XM Control" instructions
2. Using the XM Band control
an external factory Changer already exist in you vehicle.
If a GM external CD Changer is installed of if your GM radio does not have CD Changer controls function,
but it is XM Satellite Ready, you can use the XM Band to interface the iPod and Auxiliary functions.
Set DIP switches #3 to "OFF" and #4 to 'ON", both XM1 and XM2 bands will allow you to control the iPod
and Auxiliary input port. Access and control your iPod and Auxiliary with the "BAND" button and the CD
player control keys on the GM radio. Press preset "BAND" button until "XM1" is displayed. Press the "5" key
to change Playlist (or, disc number).
Note: The updated PA11-GM will display text information when configured to work on the XM Band Control
(radio must be XM Ready for text display)
3. Using the XM band Control
equipped with both an external CD Changer and factory XM)
If your vehicle has a factory installed XM receiver, set both DIP switch #3 and #4 to the "OFF" position.
XM1 will be for the iPod and Auxiliary control and XM2 band remains for XM radio reception.
on the factory XM receiver (tuner) must be cut and connected to the PA11-GM interface for this
mode of operation.
Please refer to the INSTALLATION section for connection details. Access and control
your iPod and Auxiliary with the "BAND" button and the CD player controls keys on the GM radio. Press the
"BAND" button until "XM1" is displayed on the radio. Press preset button "5" to change Playlist (or, disc
number)
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  • Page 1 6. Plug-n-Play: This complete package includes installation cables, mounting screws and user’s manual. The PA11-GM is designed to use either the CD Changer Controls or the XM Band Controls of your GM factory radio for controlling the iPod and Auxiliary inputs. Select and use these controls as follows: 1.
  • Page 2 When using XM mode, display of artist and song title information on radio is supported in Hybrid mode and Playlist mode. To display text, press “DISP” or “INFO” button on radio while iPod is playing. APPLICATIONS The PA11-GM is applicable to the following GM vehicles: MAKE MODEL...
  • Page 3 1-2 HYBRID MODE: This mode allows you to access up to five (5) playlist on the iPod. (See Playlist Naming in section 3 of this manual). Dip switch #2 on the PA11-GM interface is for mode selection. The “ON” position is for Hybrid Mode and the “OFF” position is for Direct Mode. It is preset to “ON” (Hybrid Mode) at the factory.
  • Page 4 3-6 PLAYLIST NAMING Once the iPod™ or iPod™ mini is connected to your GM radio via the PA11-GM, the interface will scan all available playlist on the iPod™ and looks for designated “GM” playlists which are created for direct access using the “DISC”...
  • Page 5: Playback Function Controls

    DISC number 1 to 5 regardless of playlist naming. If less than five designated GM playlist were created, the PA11-GM interface automatically fills up the rest of the DISC numbers beginning with the first available playlist on the iPod.
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    11. Plug the “DATA” wire (blue) into the PA11-GM interface labeled “XM Receiver”. 12. Connect the audio output of your auxiliary source to “AUX” input jacks on the PA11-GM interface box if the additional AUXILIARY option is selected by setting DIP switch #1 to “OFF”...
  • Page 7: Installation Diagram

    DiscountCarStereo.com 7. INSTALLATION DIAGRAM Disclaimer: All products sold by Discount Car Stereo.com are tested and optimized for vehicles in the United States. You may, at your own risk, purchase and install these parts in vehicles outside the USA however; Discount Car Stereo.com will not be liable for damage or compatibility issues that may arise.

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