Thank you for purchasing Peripheral Electronics’® Audio2car interface. The
Audio2car is designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure through most
vehicles’ factory radios. To ensure that your Mobile Device performs correctly in
your car or truck, we recommend that you read this entire manual before attempting
installation of the Audio2car interface.
The Audio2car interface will allow you to connect your Mobile Device to a factory
radio that has the ability to control a CD changer. The Audio2car is designed to be
used with all iPods, mp3 players, portable DVD players, video game systems and
any other portable device with traditional audio outputs.
1.2 Precautions(Important, Please Read)
PREVENTING DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE OR MOBILE DEVICE.
To eliminate the risk of an electrical short, we recommend disconnecting the car
battery in most vehicles, except in the following situations:
• Vehicles equipped with on-board navigation should not have the car’s battery
disconnected. Doing so may cause loss of memory settings. These settings
would then have to be reprogrammed by an authorized car dealer for a fee to
be paid by the vehicle’s owner. For these vehicles, we recommend extreme
caution when handling exposed 12V power or ground wires/connectors.
•Vehicles that incorporate a security-code protecting the radio. If the car’s battery
or the radio’s power plugs are disconnected, the radio will not operate without
re-entering the security-code. If you have access to the security-code, feel
comfortable disconnecting the battery and the radio’s power connectors. Other
wise, do not disconnect the battery and exercise extreme caution while handling
exposed 12V power or ground wires/connectors.
PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION
Securely install the interface in a location free from; heat, humidity, moving parts or
direct sunlight. Beware of hot-air ow from your vehicle’s climate control system.
We recommend securing the interface to a suitable location, free of sharp metal
edges, using; double sided tape, Velcro or wire ties.
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Audio2car interface
Docking cable
Vehicle specic harness
1.3 Conguration and Harness Selection
This section will instruct you on how to properly identify and/or conrm the proper interface dip-switch conguration and vehicle specic harness selection. On the following pages you will nd our vehicle application guide. This guide will inform you of the
proper dip-switch conguration and vehicle specic harness for your particular vehicle.
Depending on the type of audio2car kit you purchased, it might include a bundle of
different vehicle harnesses or none at all. If the kit contains many harnesses, only one
will be needed for your specic vehicle. If the kit came without any vehicle harness,
your authorized Peripheral® dealer will have the harness for you to purchase separately.
Before consulting the application guide please take a moment to review our IMPORTANT COMPATIBILITY NOTES below. These notes will inform you of any issues or
circumstances that can affect the compatibility of our product with your factory audio
system and accessories. Some situations result in the loss of use of some factory
audio players. Please read and understand these notes before proceeding to the application guide.
1.4 IMPORTANT Compatibility Notes!
1.4.1 ALL VEHICLES-
If your vehicle is equipped with a factory CD changer, you must disconnect it in order to
be able to install the interface. You will lose the use of the factory CD changer to gain
use of your Mobile Device.
1.4.2 ACURA-
Not compatible with vehicles equipped with a factory Navigation system.
1.4.3 CHEVROLET-
The Audio2car interface is currently not compatible with any factory external audio
source such as: XM tuner, Any CD player or Cd changer, or Cassette player. These
devices must be disconnected during the installation and will longer function. You will
lose the use of these devices to gain use of your mobile device.
1995-1999 Radios with built in CD player (Except Corvette) are NOT compatible with
the Audio2car interface because they do not have CD changer control functions.
1.4.4 CHRYSLER-
To determine if your vehicles radio has CD changer control functions, and will work with
the iPod2car interface, check preset button #”1” for the “Disc ^” symbol.
1999 Chrysler vehicles have one of two different style radios. These two radios use
different harnesses. The shape of the radio face will determine which harness you will
use. If your radio face is SQUARE, you will use the harness part# PXHCH1. If your
radio face is OVAL (rounded corners), you will use the harness part# PXHCH2.
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1.4.5 DODGE- See Chrysler 1.4.4
1.4.6 EAGLE- See Chrysler 1.4.4
1.4.7 FORD-
The Audio2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers.
1.4.8 GMC- See Chevrolet 1.4.3
1.4.9 HONDA-
Starting in 2003 Honda introduced a new series of radios that use different software
that is currently incompatible with the Audio2car. In 2005 all Honda radios use this
software- making them incompatible.
1.4.10 HUMMER- See Chevrolet 1.4.3
1.4.11 JEEP- See Chrysler 1.4.4
1.4.12 LINCOLN-
The Audio2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers.
1.4.13 MERCURY-
The Audio2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers.
1.4.14 OLDSMOBILE-
The Audio2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers.
1.4.15 PLYMOUTH- See Chrysler 1.4.4
1.4.16 PONTIAC-
The Audio2car is not compatible with factory radios with built-in 6-disc CD changers.
1.4.17 TOYOTA-
2003-2005 Toyota vehicles have radios that appear to be the same but use different
harnesses. Unfortunately, because the radios have the same outward appearance, the
only way to determine which harness to use is to remove the radio and visually conrm
the connector on the back of the radio. If the harness part# PXHTY1 harness does
not t into the connector on your radio, you will also need the harness part# PXHTY2
adapter harness that will adapt the PXHTY1 to t the newer style radio connectors.
1.4.18 VOLKSWAGEN-
We recommend using the PXHVW2 harness on single DIN (2” tall) style radios to
install the Audio2car behind the radio. For double-DIN style radios use the PXHVW3
harness.
When installing in either a single DIN style radio (2” tall) or a double DIN (4” tall) style
radio, the factory CD changer cable may be connected. Disconnect the factory CD
changer cable and replace it with the PXHVW3 cable.
Mark VIII1995-1998PXHFD2Config #4Radio
Navigator1997-1998PXHFD2Config #4Radio
Navigator1999-2003PXHFD3Config #4Radio
Town Car1995-1997PXHFD2Config #4Radio
T
own Car1998-2003PXHFD3Config #4Radio
Mercur
y
Cougar1999-2003PXHFD4Config #5Radio
Grand Marquis1995-1997PXHFD2Config #4Radio
Grand Marquis1998-2003PXHFD3Config #4Radio
Spirit1995PXHCH1Config #1Radio
Van (Fullsize)1995-1999PXHCH1Config #1Radio
Van (Fullsize)1999-2001PXHCH2Config #3Radio
Van (Fullsize)2002-2004PXHCH3Config #3Radio
Cherokee1995-2001PXHCH2Config #3Radio
Grand Cherokee1995-1999PXHCH1Config #1Radio
Grand Cherokee1999-2001PXHCH2Config #3Radio
Grand Cherokee2002-2004PXHCH3Config #3Radio
Nota¬: Non Compatible Avec Le Lecteur De CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord Des Modèles 1996-1999
NOTE: 1995-2001 NOT Compatible with Built-in CD Player
NOTE: 1996-1999 NOT Compatible with In-dash CD Player
NOTE: 1996-2001 NOT Compatible with Built-in CD Player
Nota¬: Non Compatible Avec Le Lecteur De CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord Des Modèles 1996-2001
NOTE: 2004-2005 MUST Disable Factory External A/V Source Devices
NOTA : Les appareils source audiovisuels externes installés en usine dans les modèles 2004-2005 DOIVENT être désactivés.
Nota¬: Non Compatible Avec Le Lecteur De CD Intégré Au Tableau De Bord Des Modèles 1995-2001
NOTE: 2004-2005 MUST Disable Factory External A/V Source Devices
NOTA : Les appareils source audiovisuels externes installés en usine dans les modèles 2004-2005 DOIVENT être désactivés.
NOTE: 2003-2005 MUST Disable Factory External A/V Source Devices
NOTA : Les appareils source audiovisuels externes installés en usine dans les modèles 2003-2005 DOIVENT être désactivés.
1.5 APPLICATION GUIDE
visit www.peripheralelectronics.com/apps for the latest application information
GM VEHICLES CONT.
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1.6 Programming the Audio2car
Now that you have identied the correct harness and dip-switch conguration using the application guide, it is now time to program the interface.
To program the interface, set the dip-switches located on the side of the interface
(see Fig.1 below) to the congguration listed for your vehicle in the Application
guide. Switches are in their default setting of “off” in the up position and are turned
“on” when switched down. Refer to the chart on the bottom of this page.
This programs the Audio2car to the vehicle it is being installed in. The dip-switches
MUST be set before the interface is plugged into the vehicle. Otherwise the
Audio2car will not work correctly.
Dip Switch Conguration Chart
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Cong. #1ONoffoffONoffoffoffoff
Cong. #2ONoffoffoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #3offoffoffONoffoffoffoff
Cong. #4offONoffoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #5ONONoffoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #6offoffONoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #7ONoffONoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #8offONONoffoffoffoffoff
Cong. #9ONONoffONoffoffoffoff
Fig.1 Side view of Interface with dip switches
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Chapter 2- General Installation
2.1 Installation Location
Most installations will require you to remove the factory radio in order to plug in the vehicle
specic harness. Some vehicles may require you to connect the interface to a factory prerun CD changer cable. The location of these CD changer cables will vary by vehicle. Some
common locations of these cables are in the trunk, behind the glove box, and in or under a
center console. ( see Fig.2 below)
Common Connection Locations
Mobile Device
Vehicle Specic Harness
Refer to Application Guide
for correct harness
Audio2car
interface
Fig. 2
2.2 Pre-Installation Checklist
At this time and before beginning the installation:
• You should have your radio’s security code.(when applicable, see section 1.2)
• The dip-switches on the interface should have been set with the proper conguration.
(see section 1.3)
• You should have in your possession the correct harness for your vehicle. (see sec. 1.3)
• You have determined your installation location. (see section 2.1)
If any of these steps has not been taken, STOP. Only when ALL of these steps have been
taken should you proceed with the rest of the installation.
2.3 Wiring Connections
Some vehicle specic harnesses require wiring connections that involve splicing of wires. If
you are not condent in making these connections to your radio’s wiring harness, we recommend you seek professional installation. You can visit www.peripheralelectronics.com and
click on the dealer link at the top of the page to nd an authorized professional installer.
Make these connections only after verifying the proper circuit on your radio harness with a
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voltmeter. With the key OFF and the negative test lead of the voltmeter rmly touching a
bare metal chassis part of your car, begin probing the wires in the main radio harness with
the positive test lead. The constant 12V+ circuit should read a continuous 12 volts or higher.
Once you’ve identied the constant 12V+ circuit, strip back about 1/8” of the insulation. Now
take the positive test lead and insert it into the wire stranding so that you can now probe for a
suitable ground location in the dash cavity using the negative test lead. Bare chassis metal
is the recommended ground spot. The voltmeter will read a constant 12 volts or higher when
you have found a good ground point. Attach the BLACK ground wire to this spot with either
an existing bolt or screw or use a metal piercing screw. You also have the option of splicing
into the ground wire in the main radio harness. Probe the remaining wires with the negative
test lead until you again nd a circuit that reads a constant 12 volts on the voltmeter. When
you’ve found a circuit that reads constant 12 volts, turn the dash light dimmer control to make
sure you have not probed the illumination dimmer circuit. If the circuit continues to read a
constant 12 volts or higher regardless of the dimmer position, you have found the ground
wire. If not, continue testing until you do. Some vehicles do not have a ground wire in their
main radio harness and instead ground through their mounting brackets to the dash. In these
cases, you will have to ground the black wire to the bare metal chassis inside the dash . Once
the ground wire is connected, please nish your wiring connections by splicing in the external
YELLOW wire from the vehicle specic harness.
Vehicle Specic Harnesses that require wiring connections:
PXHFD1 – connect the Yellow wire to constant 12V+ & connect the Black wire to ground.
PXHFD2 – connect the Yellow wire to constant 12V+ & connect the Black wire to ground.
PXHFD3 – connect the Yellow wire to constant 12V+ & connect the Black wire to ground.
PXHGM3 – connect the Yellow wire to constant 12V+ & connect the Black wire to ground.
PXHVW2 – connect both the Black and Black/White wires to ground.
2.4 Installation at the CD Changer Location
In this section you will learn how to install the Audio2car in the factory CD changer location. If your
vehicle is equipped with a factory CD changer you will need to disconnect it from the factory pre-run
harness in order to connect the Audio2car interface. If your vehicle is not equipped with a factory
CD changer, you will need to locate the factory pre-run harness. This may involve the removal of
the; center console, glove box, or carpeted side panels in the trunk. Please consult your vehicle’s
dealership or a local car audio professional for instruction or assistance with locating the factory CD
changer connection if necessary.
1. Connect your vehicle specic Harness to the factory pre-run CD changer harness in the ve-
hicle.
2. Make any necessary wiring connections on your vehicle specic harness. Please see section 2.3
for details on making these wiring connections.
3. Now that the interface is connected to the radio, you will need to test the operation of the inter-
face before permanently running the RCA cables or 3.5mm headphone cable or re-assembling the
dash. First, connect the white Mobile Device cable to the Mobile Device. The Mobile Device should
indicate that it is being charged. Turn on the factory radio and press the button that would activate
the factory CD changer to select the Mobile Device. It may take up to three minutes for the interface
to initialize to the radio (this only happens the very rst time you select the Mobile Device). Once
the Mobile Device has been selected, press Play on the Mobile Device. You should be able to hear
the music on your Mobile Device through your factory radio. With the operation of the interface
conrmed, you may continue with the installation. If you experience difculties in operation, please
see our troubleshooting chart in section 3.2.
4. Decide on a convenient location to mount your Mobile Device.
5. Run the black docking cable from the interface to the desired mounting location. Use caution to
not cut, pinch, or crimp the cable during this step. Avoid moving parts, vehicle wiring harnesses and
areas of excessive heat when routing the cable.
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6. Secure the interface in the vehicle using; double sided tape, Velcro or wire ties. Make sure to
check for proper clearance and avoid moving parts. Take into account the size of the interface and
the wire harness and do not force the interface and harness into a space that is too tight, damage
to the harness may result.
7. Now that the interface is secured and the docking cable has been run, you are ready to enjoy
your Mobile Device in your vehicle!
2.5 Installation at the Radio
In this section you will learn how to install the Audio2car behind the radio. If your vehicle is
equipped with a factory CD changer or other external audio source, you will need to disconnect it from the back of the radio in order to connect the Audio2car interface.
1. Carefully remove the radio from the vehicle. If your radio uses a Security Code, make sure
that you have the code before unplugging the radio. Some vehicles require the use of special
tools to remove the radio. Please consult your vehicle’s dealership or a local car audio pro-
fessional for instruction or assistance with radio removal if necessary.
2. Make any necessary wiring connections on your vehicle specic harness. Please see
section 2.3 for details on making these wiring connections.
3. Connect the Vehicle Specic Harness to the CD changer port on the back of the radio. Be
sure to make a rm connection but do not force it. If there is difculty making the connection,
please consult the application guide to conrm your vehicle specic harness selection.
4. Now that the interface is connected to the radio, you will need to test the operation of the
interface before permanently running the
sembling the dash. First, connect the
Device. The Mobile Device should indicate that it is being charged. Turn on the factory radio
and press the button that would activate the factory CD changer to select the Mobile Device.
It may take up to three minutes for the interface to initialize to the radio (this only happens
the very rst time you select the Mobile Device). Once the Mobile Device has been selected,
press Play on the Mobile Device. You should be able to hear the music on your Mobile Device
through your factory radio. With the operation of the interface conrmed, you may continue
with the installation. If you experience difculties in operation, please see our troubleshooting chart in section 3.2.
RCA cables or 3.5mm headphone cable
RCA cables or 3.5mm headphone cable
or re-as-
to the Mobile
5. Decide on a convenient location to mount your Mobile Device.
6. Run the black docking cable from the interface to the desired mounting location. Use caution to not cut, pinch, or crimp the cable during this step. Avoid moving parts, vehicle wiring
harnesses and areas of excessive heat when routing the cable.
7. Secure the interface in the dash cavity behind the radio using; double sided tape, Velcro or
wire ties. Make sure to check for proper clearance and avoid moving parts. Take into account
the size of the interface and the wire harness and do not force the interface and harness into
a space that is too tight, damage to the harness may result.
8. Now that the interface is secured and the docking cable has been run, you may reinstall
the radio and replace any panels that may have been removed to access the radio. You are
ready to enjoy your Mobile Device in your vehicle!
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Chapter 3- Operation
3.1 Operation
SELECTING THE AUDIO DEVICE
To select the mobile device from the radio, press the button that would normally
activate the factory CD changer. This button varies by vehicle manufacturers.
In some applications (using cong.#8) the Audio2car is accessed like an XM
reciever, In these cases you will press the appropriate activation button. Some
radio models require pressing the “Seek >” button once, after pressing the CD
button. Yet, it may also be necessary to press Play on the mobile device itself to
begin playback. In some cases, if it is the rst time selecting the mobile device
from the radio it may take up to three minutes for the Audio2car to initialize.
RADIO DISPLAY DURING Mobile device OPERTION
Some factory radio’s may show DISC and TRACK numbers on the display of the
radio. The Audio2car interface does not send any information from the mobile
device to the radio. This means that the DISC and TRACK numbers shown on
the display will not and can not reect the song number on the mobile device due
to the complex nature of the music library. Some factory radio’s may ash zero’s
on the display of the radio, or toggle back and forth between Tracks “1” and “2”.
All these are normal behaviors and do not represent a malfunction.
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3.2 Trouble Shooting
SymptomCauseRemedy
No PowerBlown fuse in vehicle fuse
No PowerBad connectionCheck cable and wiring
Alternator noise is heard
(Changes with Engine RPM)
Radio is not recognizing
Audio2car interface
Radio is not recognizing
Audio2car interface
Radio is not recognizing
Audio2car interface
Mobile device Audio is Low
or Distorted
Mobile device is not
charging
block.
Improper wiring creates a
ground loop
Bad cables or cables are
not connected properly
between converter box and
car radio
Wrong conguration on the
interface
Yellow and black wires are
not connected to Constant
12V+ and Ground. (When
applicable)
Audio2car interface is connected with an external CD
changer or other external
factory audio source
Yellow and black wires are
not connected to Constant
12V+ and Ground. (When
applicable)
Replace fuse with same
amp rating. If the fuse
blows again, call tech
support.
connection.
Install a Ground loop isolator or seek professional
service from a local car
audio shop.
Check connection and
cables, push in rmly.
Select the right pcongu-
ration for your car. (See
section 1.5)
Please read wiring instructions in chapter 2 of this
manual and see if your car
requires to connect the
yellow and black cable to
power and ground
Disconnect the factory
external audio source.
Please read your vehicles
section in this manual and
see if your car requires to
connect the yellow and
black cable to power and
ground
866-788-4237 in the US or 727-572-9255 ext.262 for international calls
For consumer technical support call:
Hours: 9:30 am-6:00 pm E.S.T. MON - FRI
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3.3 Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product will ensure your satisfaction.
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from an authorized
Peripheral Elecronics dealer.
This warranty covers any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspec-
tion by Peripheral Electronics authorized personnel, is found to have failed in normal use
due to defects in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to installation
expenses.
Attempting to service or modify this unit, operating this unit under conditions other than the
recommended voltage will render this WARRANTY VOID.
Unless otherwise prescribed by law, Peripheral Electronics shall not be liable for any per-
sonal injury, property damage and or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind
(including water damage) resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation
or alteration of this product.
All parts of this Peripheral Electronics product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as
follows:
Within the rst 12 months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions above, Peripher-
al Electronics will repair or replace the product at their discretion, if it is defective in material
or workmanship providing it is returned to an Authorized Peripheral Electronic’s Dealer, with
PROOF OF PURCHASE from an authorized Peripheral Elecronics dealer.
3.4 Warning:
This equipment may be reset by unintentional electrostatic discharge during operation.
Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat may cause damage or malfunction.
3.5 FCC Class B Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recption, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorientate or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and reciever.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differant from that of which
the reciever is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / television technical for help
Notice : The changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment.
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www.peripheralelectronics.com
Peripheral Electronics®,
a division of AAMP of America™
13160 56th Court Clearwater, Florida 33760
866-788-4237 in the US or 727-572-9255 ext.262 for international calls