GROM Audio GROM-MST3 PLUS Install Manual

GROM Audio GROM-MST3 PLUS Install Manual

Mp3 usb android car stereo adapter kit for fiber-optic stereos optional bluetooth, aux-in and ipod/iphone extensions
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GROM-MST3 PLUS
MP3 USB Android car stereo adapter kit
for fiber-optic stereos
Optional Bluetooth, AUX-in and iPod/iPhone extensions
INSTALL MANUAL
www.gromaudio.com
Copyright © GROM Audio, 2013

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  • Page 1 GROM-MST3 PLUS MP3 USB Android car stereo adapter kit for fiber-optic stereos Optional Bluetooth, AUX-in and iPod/iPhone extensions INSTALL MANUAL www.gromaudio.com Copyright © GROM Audio, 2013...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Bluetooth Hands Free and Wireless, AUX-IN Precautions Disclaimer Completeness and connection of set Chapter 2 – General Installation Programming the car for GROM-MST3 PLUS Understanding how the fiber-optics works Tools needed Electrical and optical installation 2.4.1 CD changer is present and activated 2.4.2 CD changer is not present or activated...
  • Page 3: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    - iPod®/iPhone® play, charge and control via additional IPod cable (sold separately). - Bluetooth or AUX-IN integration. To get AUX-IN you will need GROM MiniDin to 3.5mm audio and 5V USB charging cable, to get the Bluetooth hands free and wireless functionality you will need GROM-BTD Bluetooth Dongle (both sold separately).
  • Page 4: Precautions

    1.8 Completeness and connection of set a) The GROM audio adapter set consists of the GROM-MST3 PLUS main interface, one USB cable, one fiber-optic connector and P-Tap, and one 2GB USB stick.
  • Page 5: Chapter 2 - General Installation

    On the next page is an image (Picture 1) of the GROM POF (fiber optic) cable, which clearly shows the direction of the ring. Please look for the small black arrows on the black connector. On the picture they are in white.
  • Page 6: Tools Needed

    CD player after GROM install. If no CD changer is present, the GROM-MST3 will need to be wired into the fiber-optic ring on the vehicle. 2.4.1 CD changer is present and activated (Installation into BMW, Audi, Mercedes Benz and Volvo XC90 2002-2006 cars Scheme A.
  • Page 7 In some instances the power wires on the standard CD changer connector in BMW are in the wrong location in order to be used with the GROM. The below image (image A) shows the standard BMW connector with the PIN’s in the correct location.
  • Page 8 In that scenario you will need to wire the GROM unit into the fiber-optic ring. To do that you will need to remove 1 (one) fiber optic wire from your factory wiring. It is normally held in with a plastic connector and small push tab.
  • Page 9 Scheme C. Connection into Volvo S40/S/60/50 and Volvo XC90 2007+ cars If you are connecting your GROM kit with the GROM-POF (fiber optic) cable, it will be necessary to connect the power cables with the Posi-Tap clips provided. Use one posi-tap to connect the positive +12v (color of the wire is red) to respective PIN/wire the ground (color of the wire is black) to respective PIN/wire on the quadlock harness connector.
  • Page 10 The wires that come from your stereo are “HOT” wires referring to the picture. Don’t forget to strip the free hanging wires from POF harness that came with your GROM (red and black colored). WARNING! NEVER CUT ANY WIRES THAT COME FROM YOUR STEREO!
  • Page 11: Important Notice For Bmw Owners

    2.4.3 Important notice for BMW owners Please check that the CD changer function is activated on your factory stereo. If it is not activated you will need to contact your BMW dealer or aftermarket diagnostic company (we recommend Autologic) and have then activate CD changer mode (typically a 30 minute job).
  • Page 12: Chapter 3 - Testing The Operation, Simple Usage Guide

    3.2.1 MODE Selection for BMW non iDrive stereos 1. Press AUDIO button and choose CDC to enter into GROM mode. It is usually USB by default, so if the USB flash drive with the music is connected – the music will start playing.
  • Page 13: Mode Selection For Mercedes Benz

    3.2.3 MODE Selection for Mercedes Benz 1. Press AUDIO button and choose CDC to enter into GROM mode. It is usually USB by default, so if the USB flash drive with the music is connected – the music will start playing.
  • Page 14: Mode Selection For Volvo Xc90

    Vehicle will have to be Retrofit/Coded to accept CD changer FOR COMPLETE USER MANUAL AND GUIDELINES PLEASE REFER TO THE USER MANUAL THAT CAME WITH YOUR INTERFACE. YOU CAN ALSO CHECK FOR APPROPRIATE USER MANUAL AT GROM WEBSITE WWW.GROMAUDIO.COM...
  • Page 15: Chapter 4 - Support

    All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows: Within the first 12 months from the date of purchase, subject to the conditions above, Grom Audio will repair or replace the product at their discretion, if it is defective in the material or workmanship.
  • Page 16: Other Provisions

    You agree that the Courts of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction over the Parties, for all disputes. C. FORCE MAJEURE. GROM shall not be liable for any delay or failure in performance caused by or resulting from acts of God, fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, tornados, other acts of nature, any accidents, riots, wars, government intervention, embargoes, strikes, labor difficulties, equipment failures, or any other causes beyond the control of GROM AUDIO.

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