Volkswagen IPOD ADAPTER Introduction Manual

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VOLKSWAGEN iPod ADAPTER OWNER’S

MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

Precision Interface Electronics (PIE) has released a new line of VW iPod interfaces that allow you to interface
your iPod or iPod Mini directly to the OEM (factory) radio in your Volkswagen Group Vehicle. Using this
interface, the iPod will take the place of the VW CD Changer, noted you will see the difference in
operations. The radio will be able to directly access your playlist (s), just like changing disc. If any playlist
contain more than 100 tracks, the tracks will be divided into sub-folder of 100 tracks each. These folders are
referred to as “BANKS”.

The CD Changer function of the radio will be utilized to operate the iPod, allowing you to benefit from:

1. Direct connection of the iPod to VW vehicle audio system for optimum sound quality

2. Control iPod playback with the CD Changer buttons on the VW radio

3. Direct access and control of up to 6 favorite playlist

4. Charges the iPod internal battery

5. Plug-n-play: includes installation cable, interface and owner’s manual

Note: If a Volkswagen CD Changer is present, you must disconnect it before installing this interface.

COMPATIBILITY

Use with one of the following iPod models:
iPod (G3/G4) , iPod Photo and iPod mini equipped with a dock connector.
Note: The operation and functions of this interface described herein have only been confirmed with the
following firmware versions (see apple.com/iPod for firmware updates*)

iPod

iPod Mini

firmware v2.2 firmware v1.1

firmware v3.0 (G4)

*control functions may not remain the same after updating the iPod with firmware not specified in this
manual

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PLAYLIST NAMING

Once your iPod™ or iPod™ mini is connected to the interface, the radio will see all the playlist(s)
as CD's. The VW radio will allow a maximum of 6 CDs/playlist (i.e. presets 1 - 6). Therefore,
you will need to name your playlist(s) using the letters "CD" and the number corresponding to
that preset. The entire library will automatically be stored in any unnamed/empty playlist (if any
playlist is left unnamed/empty).The following is an example of correct playlist(s) naming:

Preset #’s Playlist(s) names

Preset 1 “CD1”
Preset 2 “CD2”
Preset 3 “CD3”
Preset 4 “CD4”
Preset 5 “CD5”
Preset 6 “CD6”

The name of the playlist must be exactly as shown, “CD” must be in capital letters, no spaces between
letters and the corresponding number for that preset must be present. The following is an
incorrect way of naming a playlist:

Preset 1 “C_D1”
Preset 2 “CD_ _ _ _"
Preset 3 “C_D1hip-hop”

However, you may add any text after the correct name has been assigned. The following is an
example of correct playlist naming with additional text:

Preset 1 “CD1 DCS”
Preset 2 “CD2 Family”
Preset 3 “CD3 Loves”

Preset 4 “CD4 Jazz”
Preset 5 “CD5 Classical”
Preset 6 “CD6 R&B”

PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

Track Up and Down

The radio has "<SEEK>" buttons which will allow you to track up (SEEK ►) and track down
(◄ SEEK) through each track on the current playlist. (Beetle radios have separate “<DN/UP>”
buttons)

Fast Track Mode

Pressing the "SCAN” button twice (scan on, scan off) will change the “<SEEK>” functions. In
this mode, the “<SEEK>” buttons will track up and down in increments of 10. Pressing the
"SCAN" button twice (scan on, scan off) will turn off the “Fast Track” mode.

Fast Forward and Fast Rewind

The “<SEEK>” buttons, when pressed and held, will fast forward and fast rewind through the
track currently playing.

Note: Performing a fast forward or fast rewind command will cancel “fast track” mode.