GROM Audio GROM-USB2i User Manual

Mp3 car stereo adapter kit

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1.1 Subject

Thank you for purchasing the GROM-USB2i adapter, which has been designed to
provide endless hours of listening pleasure through most vehicles' factory radio. To
ensure that your GROM-USB2i interface performs correctly in your car or truck, we
recommend that you read this entire manual before attempting to install the GROM
interface.

1.2 Functionality Highlights

The GROM-USB2i car adapter allows you to easily access your media collection in your
car, including shuffling songs, skipping between tracks, and adjusting the volume—all
with only your factory car stereo head unit or multifunction steering wheel controls. This
adapter further allows you to listen to your favorite music directly from any mass storage
USB stick or hard drive, requiring no dedicated portable player. GROM-USB2 also has
additional AUX and iPod inputs, allowing you to connect any additional audio source and
iPod / iPhone.

1.3 Main Features in USB Mode

- Ability to manage a significant number of songs based on the memory of the USB
disk/flash stick
- Folders or Playlists on the USB drive are mapped to an individual "Disk" button on car
stereo's dashboard
- Number of "disks" limited to the car stereo (up to 99 on select stereos)
- Last listened song position within the playlist is remembered
- Last listened song time position is restored upon ignition cycle

1.4 Precautions

Proper mounting location
Securely install the interface in a location free from heat, humidity, moving parts, or direct
sunlight. Beware of hot-air flow from your vehicle's climate control system. The interface
should be secured in a suitable location, free of sharp metal edges, using double-sided
tape, Velcro, or wire ties. The adapter's operating temperature range is -30° C to +70° C
(-24° F to +158° F)

1.5 Disclaimer

• This product is not affiliated with any of the OEM manufacturers
• Modifying the radio may void any existing warranty
• The purchase of this product carries no warranties, either expressed or implied
• Although every care has been taken to provide a quality product, we cannot
guarantee that the GROM USB adapter will function correctly if installation is not
done according to the instructions included in this guide. Furthermore, we cannot
guarantee the GROM USB adapter to function correctly with a USB device that is
broken, damaged, or not supported
• Keep your eyes on the road while driving!
• We are not liable for the misuse of this product, including improper installation,
damage to the board or radio during installation, and the illegal use of the radio
2.1.2
GROM-USB2i MP3 car stereo adapter kit
Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010
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  • Page 1 1.2 Functionality Highlights The GROM-USB2i car adapter allows you to easily access your media collection in your car, including shuffling songs, skipping between tracks, and adjusting the volume—all with only your factory car stereo head unit or multifunction steering wheel controls. This adapter further allows you to listen to your favorite music directly from any mass storage USB stick or hard drive, requiring no dedicated portable player.
  • Page 2 The basic package does not include the optional accessories that you can purchase separately: iPod V2 dock cable 3.5mm phone jack Figure 2. Optional Accessories (sold separately) c) The basic wiring diagram of the GROM Audio adapter is detailed in Figure 3: BACK OF THE CAR RADIO CD PORT iPod GROM-USB2i...
  • Page 3 7. For Toyota and Honda (03 and up) vehicles only: On some Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles and Honda/Acura (03 and up) vehicles, the CD changer port is occupied by a factory harness (such as NAV or audio harness). The 2.1.2 Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010...
  • Page 4 Adapter mounting in the trunk (for VW and BMW only) 1. Locate trunk mounting cable in your car (usually located in the left side of the car in the back) 2. Disconnect existing CD changer, if any. 3. Attach matching cables 2.1.2 Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010...
  • Page 5 Please read this part entirely before attempting to change the modes. You will need to perform all the steps below quickly with 1-2 seconds interval. Depending on your GROM firmware version, GROM-USB2i can work in two or three modes: USB, AUX or iPod.
  • Page 6 - If filenames in a certain directory begin with digits, they will be played in ascending order based on the order of those digits in the filenames. For example: 2.1.2 Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010...
  • Page 7 Change virtual disk/playlist o Change tracks forward and backward o Change +/- 10 tracks in SCAN mode o Display track # and track title where available o Display current track playing time o Random and Repeat functionalities 2.1.2 Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010...
  • Page 8 Text: on some stereos, this button will switch over to show the disk or artist of the current track playing. Chapter 4 – Support For technical support, please visit http://gromaudio.com/support.html and fill in the web form. We will answer your question within one business day. 2.1.2 Copyright©GROM Audio, 2010...

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