iDataLink APX-S8-GM1 Install Manual
iDataLink APX-S8-GM1 Install Manual

iDataLink APX-S8-GM1 Install Manual

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1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
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LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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STEPS INSIDE
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877 .212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING
STEPS INSIDE
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
i!!3£1,5.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877 .212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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QUICK START GUIDE
FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING
STEPS INSIDE
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WEBLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to
www.idatalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your software vers,on (Mac or PCI and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requ rements before installing.
2-
REGISTER
A WEBLINKACCOUNT
Once installed :omplete the Webl1nk registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cabte to corntict your
1Datalink Maestro module to your computer.
4-
WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the progr..:mming S,PpS 1...nt1t your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner·s
manual
11
applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow t.he steps in your install guide and corrtplete
the •nstatlat,on ADS recommends having your
iDatalmk Maestro device ,n,;ta led bv a certified
technician.
Additional
accessories may be required
and sold separately.
i!!3£1,5.
-
.......... Ol.u"nOa,,•
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877 .212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ("ADS") warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following com-
ponents product shall be free of defects
In
material and
workmanship under normal use and circumstances for the
period of one
111
year from the date of original installation.
"Authorized Dealer· is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of ,ts approved d1str·butors. Thus, products no, sold nor
installed by an AlJthonzed Dealer are not covered by th,s
warranty. This includes, but is not l1m1ted to, ADS products
sold on Amazon
com,
eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe-
gg.com.
To f,nd an authorized reta:<er near you, v1s1t http.//
maestro rdatatmk.com/find-product
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
per•od. the original purchaser must return to the Autho-
rrzed Dealer where rt was originally purchased w•th the
orig,.,al proof of purchase, If a malfunction rs detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at •ts 01scret1on. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the d1scret1on ol the Authorized Dealer:
ADS Is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
1nclud1ng but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of
t
me, loss o:
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
1nstallat,on or operation of an 1Datalmk Maestro product.
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877.212.6169
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QUICK START GUIDE
FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING
STEPS INSIDE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
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WEB PROGRAMMING
1- INSTALL THE WE BLINK DESKTOP APPLICATION
Go to www. i datalinkmaestro.com/plugin,
select your sof tware version (Mac or PC] and
follow the installation steps. Be sure to review the
system requirements before installing.
2- REGISTER A WEBLINK ACCOUNT
Once installed, complete the Weblink registration
process and log into Weblink.
3- CONNECT THE MODULE TO YOUR COMPUTER
Use the included USB cable to connect your
iDatalink Maestro mod ule to your computer
4- WEBLINK PROGRAMMING
Follow the programming steps until your module is
flashed, then download your install guide and owner's
manual if applicable.
5- COMPLETE VEHICLE-SPECIFIC INSTALLATION
Follow
t
he steps in your install guide and complete
the installation. ADS recommends having your
iDatalink Maestro device inst al led bv a certi
f
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technician.
Additional accessories may be
required
and sold separately.
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TECHNICAL SU P PORT
877.212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com
LIMITED 1-YEAR WARRANTY
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. ["ADS"] warrants to the
original purchaser of the product that the following cam
ponents product shall be free of defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and c ircumstances for the
period of one (1] year from the date of original installation
"Authorized Dealer" is defined by ADS as a company who
qualifies to purchase products directly from ADS, or one
of its approved distributors. Thus, products not sold nor
installed by an Authorized Dealer are not covered by this
warranty. This includes, but is not limited to, ADS products
sold on Amazon. com, eBay.com, Walmart.com and Newe
gg.com.
To find an authorized retailer near you, visit http://
maestro.idatalink.com/find-product.
In the event of any product malfunction during the Warranty
period, the original purchaser must return to the Autho­
rized Dealer where it was originally purchased with the
original proof of purchase. If a malfunction is detected, the
Authorized Dealer will elect to repair or replace the product
at its discretion. Labor costs may be applicable and are at
the discretion of the Authorized Dealer
ADS is not responsible for any damages whatsoever,
including but not limited to any consequential damages,
incidental damages, damages for loss of time, loss of
earnings, commercial loss, loss of economic opportunity
and the like that may or may not have resulted from the
installation or operation of an Datalink Maestro product
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
877.212.6169
idatalinkmaestro.com

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  • Page 2: Install Guide

    HEAD UNIT ADAPTER READY PRODUCTS REQUIRED PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE: GM3-RR-DS iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface iDatalink Maestro APX-S8-GM1 Dash Kit Kenwood APX radios NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified APX-S8-GM1 technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Need Help

    WELCOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND ACCESSORIES Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car radio with Installation, product information, vehicle enhanced features. VIDEO HELP specific videos.
  • Page 4 APX-S8-GM1 COMPONENTS QUICK START GUIDE 3MVHB MAIN HARNESS HRN-S8-GM1 for mounting RR/RR2 module. QUICK START GUIDE AMP TURNON AMP TURNON FOLLOW THE WEB PROGRAMMING STEPS INSIDE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. S8-GM1 S8-GM1 SP#8-0.625*2 SPM3-8P*4 SM5-6P*12 2x (#8, 5/8” screw) 4x (M3, 8mm screw)
  • Page 5 15-18 02 Sierra 1500 With 8” radio 14-18 03 Sierra 2500 / 3500 With 8” radio 15-19 03 * Click on your model to go to the related install type instruction page. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 6 Using a plastic panel removal tool, remove left dash trim panel. Using a plastic panel removal tool, pry the cluster trim panel free and disconnect the electrical connectors. Remove the panel. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 7 Let glovebox swing down all the way and pull out to remove. Remove passenger side dash endcap panel. Remove passenger side kick panel. In the glove box cavity, remove the two (2) 10mm nuts facing DOWN, holding radio chassis mount in place. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 8 Flip the screen. Disconnect the ribbon cable by lifting the locking tab on the lower circuit board, then sliding it out. Remove factory screen. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 9 NOTE: DO NOT overtighten the screws, just snug to the bezel. There will be a slight gap around the screen with the assembly fully tightened, but if screws are over-tightened, the screw will strip or the radio screen will be damaged. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 10 Route the OBDII cable through the dash to the OBDII port in vehicle. Connect the OBDII plug to the OBDII port. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 11 OR cut connector from the S8-GM1 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 12: Wiring Diagram

    NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. DO NOT CONNECT IN VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY AMP. ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE SEE AMPLIFIER BYPASS INFORMATION IN VEHICLE WIRE CHART. TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 13: Vehicle Wire Reference Chart

    Green Amplifier, left of passenger foot well LR Speaker signal 16 pin Green/Black Amplifier, left of passenger foot well AMPLIFIER CONNECTORS (WIRE SIDE) 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 BLACK GRAY maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 14 Radio is pressure fit with retaining tabs. Depress the tabs and pull the radio chassis out. Unplug and remove the radio. The HMI module is below the radio. Unplug the GRAY 12-pin plug and set aside for later. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 15 Remove 16 screws from rear screen bezel and remove the bezel. Lift the (3) locking tabs on each ribbon harness and remove the ribbons from the circuit board. Remove the rcircuit board from the back of the factory screen. Remove the screen. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 16 Install the rear PCB cover (S8-GM1-52) and secure in place with four (4) SPM3-8P screws. Ensure the pins on the circuit board are aligned with the opening when installing the rear cover. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 17 Unplug the black 10-pin connector from the airbag clock spring. Connect the SWC T-harness (B-S8-GM1) to the clock spring assembly and the vehicle harness into the other 10-pin connector (B-S8-GM1). Connect the OBDII plug to the OBDII port. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 18 OR cut connector from the S8-GM1 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 19 NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. DO NOT CONNECT IN VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY AMP. ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE SEE AMPLIFIER BYPASS INFORMATION IN VEHICLE WIRE CHART. TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 20 16 pin LtGreen Amplifier, in dashboard, to the right of the glove box LR Speaker 16 pin LtGreen/Black Amplifier, in dashboard, to the right of the glove box AMPLIFIER CONNECTORS (WIRE SIDE) maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 21 Remove the steering wheel adjustment release lever. You will need to firmly pull or ply on it. Some vehicles have two (2) T10 Torx screws on the bottom panel. Remove them if equipped. Separate the two panels and remove them. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 22 Lift the (3) locking tabs on each ribbon harness and remove the ribbons from the circuit board. Remove the rcircuit board from the back of the factory screen. Remove the screen. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 23 Ensure the pins on the circuit board are aligned with the opening when installing the rear cover. Mount the S8-GM1-11 (left) and S8-GM1-12 (right) brackets to the radio chassis using four SM5-6P screws. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 24 Unplug the black 10-pin connector from the clock spring. Connect the SWC T-harness (B-S8-GM1) to the clock spring assembly and the vehicle harness into the other 10-pin connector (B-S8-GM1). Connect the OBDII plug to the OBDII port. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 25 OR cut connector from the S8-GM1 harness and connect the wires as shown in the wiring diagram). Make sure to connect the 4-pin data cable to the iDatalink I/F port and 3.5mm audio cable to the iDatalink I/F port.
  • Page 26 NOT TO A CAMERA OR OTHER ACCESSORY, OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR. DO NOT CONNECT IN VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY AMP. ONLY CONNECT IF USING AN AFTERMARKET CAMERA OR INTERFACE SEE AMPLIFIER BYPASS INFORMATION IN VEHICLE WIRE CHART. TO RETAIN THE FACTORY CAMERA. maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 27 16 pin LtGreen Amplifier, back wall of the cab, center of the wall LR Speaker 16 pin LtGreen/Black Amplifier, back wall of the cab, center of the wall AMPLIFIER CONNECTORS (WIRE SIDE) maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 28: Radio Wire Reference Chart

    Head unit adapter wiring (optional accessory, sold separately) ACC-HU-KEN1 Polarity Wire Color on Adapter Kenwood Radio Wire Description Refer to camera/radio Green/Red manual Refer to camera/radio Green/White manual Steering Wheel Controls (DATA) Blue/Yellow maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 29: Module Diagnostics

    Flash module using Weblink Desktop and log in. Do NOT use DEMO MODE. • 2 RED flashes Problem detected. Consult troubleshooting table. • 1 GREEN flash After radio boots up : Normal operation. • Normal operation (inactive). maestro.idatalink.com APX-S8-GM1 Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2025...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Table

    Release the programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN for 2 seconds to show the reset was successful. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Phone: 1-866-427-2999 Email: maestro.support@idatalink.com IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation, the aftermarket radio needs to have the latest firmware from the manufacturer. Please visit the radio manufacturer’s website and look for any updates pertaining to your radio.

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