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INTRODUCTION
Valor Multimedia iLink L2 is an innovative digital multimedia player that acts as a bridge between the TV and
iPod™, MP3 Player, USA memory stick, USB hard disk drives and USB car readers. It is specifically designed to
access all the digital multimedia in the iPod, or USB Storage devices and allow you to view them comfortable on
you TV monitor. Valor‘s Multimedia iLink L2 lets you watch movies, view photos and play back any other
multimedia data stored in digital devices.
• iLink shows all the iPod information on the TV screen and supports full control of iPod functions
through a remote control
• iLink decodes and plays multi-format music, photo and video files stored in iPod or USB storage devices
• iLink supports hot plug and play functions, letting the user connect and disconnect iPod or USB Storage
devices easily
• iLink can be used as a battery re-charger for iPod even when its power is off (standby mode)
• Even when the iLink’s power is off, an iPod’s audio/video data can be accessed through the iLink A/V
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• Easy firmware updates
• iLink can be used as a home multimedia device as well as an automobile multimedia device. A
magnetic holder, for easy attachment and detachment is supplied.
• Using the optional USB connection cable, iLink can work with MP3 players, USB memory sticks and
USB hard drives
INSTALLATION
1. Mounting the iLink L2
Choose a mounting location sufficient to bear iLink’s dimension and weight for safe installation and use. Ensure
that the location where it will be instilled will not become subject to extreme temperatures or humidity.
After choosing a location and cleaning the mounting surface to which the double sided-tape of the magnet holder
is to be attached, peel the covering away from the double sided-tape and affix it to the mounting surface.
Affix the steel place onto the backside of iLink.
Put the iLink with steel plate on the magnet holder mounted on the surface.
2. Power Connection
There are two ways to connect power to the iLink. One is to connect it to the 12 Volt Accessory line of the car of
with the optional cigarette lighter cable
Connection with Power cable
Connect RED WIRE of Power cable supplied with the iLink to ACC+ and BLACK WIRE to GNG. Plug power
cable into the 12V DC power input terminal on the iLink. When connecting the power cable, make sure it is
routed and secured so it will not chafe on sharp edges or become caught in the car’s dashboard panels.
Connecting with Cigarette lighter cable-Optional accessory
Plug Cigarette lighter cable (optional) into the cigarette lighter port of your car and connect the output terminal of
Cigarette lighter cable to 12V DC power input terminal.
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3. Video Connection
Using the yellow connector of A/V cable, connect the iLink A/V out terminal to the VIDEO in terminal of your
home or car system. Please refer to the instruction manual of your system to find the VIDEO IN terminal
4. Audio Connection
Connecting to Analog audio output (most commonly used)
Using the white and red connectors of A/V cable, connect the iLink A/V out terminal to the AUDIO IN of your
system. Please refer to the instruction manual of your system to find the AUDIO IN terminal
Connecting to Digital audio output (5.1 CH)
If your headunit has a digital audio input terminal (coaxial), you can enjoy 5.1 audio if you playback 5.1 ch audio
files. Using the digital audi cable (not included), connect digital audio output terminal to the digital audi input
terminal (coaxial terminal) of your system. Please refer to the instructions manual of your system.
5. iPod installation and Removal
iPod Installation
Connect the 24-pin connector (smaller one) of iPod connection cable to the iLink. Connect the 30-pin connector
(bigger one with LED and remote sensor) iPod connection cable to the iPod. A clicking sound informs you when it
is properly inserted. Be sure to check the connector orientation when you connect the iPod. You can connect the
iPod to the iLink anytime regardless of power ON/OFF.
Removing the iPod
Before you remove iPod from the iLink, select the Eject icon on the main menu and wait until “OK to disconnect”
message appears on the monitor screen. You can then easily remove the iPod from iLink by pressing the
connector lock and pulling the connector out.
6. Home Installation
Power connection
AC power adapter supports 100V~240V AC input voltage with DC9V 1000mA output. To prevent damage to
the system, it is recommended to use only the iLink’s optional AC power adapter.
Video Connection
Using the yellow connector of A/V cable, connect the iLink A/V out terminal with VIDEO IN or COMPOSITE IN
terminal on the TV. Please refer to the instruction manual of your TV to find the VIDEO IN terminal.
Audio Connection
Connecting to Analog audio output (most commonly used)
Using the white and red connectors of A/V cable, connect the iLink A/V out terminal to the AUDIO IN of your TV.
Please refer to the instruction manual of your TV to find the AUDIO IN terminal
Connecting to Digital audio output (5.1 CH)
If your A/V receiver has a digital audio input terminal (coaxial), you can enjoy 5.1 audio if you playback 5.1 ch
audio files. Using the digital audi cable (not included), connect digital audio output terminal to the digital audi
input terminal (coaxial terminal) of you’re A/V receiver Please refer to the instructions manual of you’re A/V
receiver.
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OPERATION OF THE iLink L2
When an iPod is connected to the system, the main
menu will appear in a few seconds.
The main menu consists of iPod, Photos, Music,
Videos, Files and Eject
You can select a menu icon by ◄/► key and execute
the menu by pressing the ENT key. When Eject is
selected, you can remove the iPod from iLink after “OK
to disconnect” message appears on the monitor screen.
You can go to Eject directly by using the ESC key in the
main menu.
You can come back to the main menu by pressing the
HOME key anytime.
Commonly used remote control keys in all menus
POWER: Turn the iLink Power ON/OFF
HOME: Go to the main menu
SETUP: Go to setup menu.
VOL (+/-): Adjust the volume in Pod, Photos, Music and Video menus
MUTE: Mute the audio. Press again to cancel the selection
►▌▌: Start playing a highlighted file. Press t once more to pause playback
▌◄◄/►►▌(previous/Net): Go to previous page/next page when file browsing
Go to previous file/next file when playing audio or video files.
iPod Mode
You can enjoy iTunes™, music, which is downloaded from Apple™, iTunes™, in iPod mode.
Example of iPod library screen Example of playlist screen
Example of playback screen Example of iPod screen
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Note: Connecting the iLink to a factory Navigation screen will require a 3
an audio auxiliary input adapter (sold separately)
Revised 2/23/06
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Other products and companies referred to herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies
or mark holders.
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