iSimple IPOD PXAMG User's Manual
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1. control This will reboot the iPod YOU WILL NOT issues LOSE MUSIC on the iPod by doing this reset don t see iPod artist The radio is displaying a Press the Text Scan button to see text or song information on different text field the screen cant use my iPod s The iPod is in external control Press the Aux Sat button and select AUX click wheel to select mode This allows text to be 2 source to control the iPod manually using music displayed on the radio screen the click wheel The Media Gateway The HD tuner was not properly HDRT must be connected before the does not recognize connected when the PXAMG PXAMG is powered on Disconnect the the HD Radio tuner was first connected and PXAMG from the vehicles harness for 5 HDRT initialized minutes Verify the 8 pin DIN HDRT cable is securely connected at both ends before reconnecting the vehicle harness Radio shows DEV Gateway device is initializing This only occurs the first time the PXAMG is INIT powered on Wait one minute cycle ignition off and on then enter SAT Mode When listen to the Factory antenna cable is Use Gateway to access HD Radio source factory AM or FM radio connected to the HD Radio This will provide all AM and FM reception for there is only static no tuner your vehicle audio No AM or FM Factory antenna cable is not Remove from factory radio connect into reception using the HD connected to the HD Radio HDRT module Note some vehicles need to R2. the orange and orange black wires coming from the 24 pin black Gateway harness Leave the other two wires on the PGHGM2 harness disconnected as they are not needed Plug the male connectors of the PGHGM2 harness into the back of the radio Plug the Black micro fit 24 pin connector on the PGHGM2 harness into the PXAMG Media Gateway box Note In some instances there may be more than one GREEN wire which lines up with the 3 wires mentioned above Since only one needs to be connected you will need to try one at a time until the radio recognizes the interface 8 To complete the installation secure the Media Gateway PXAMG and HD Radio tuner HDRT into the cavity in the dash behind the radio Be sure that the cables and interface modules are not near moving parts or sharp metal edges as they may damage the cables To prevent rattling noises inside the dash use zip ties tape or other fasteners to mount the interfaces to the factory wiring or installed audio components 9 With all connections made reconnect the vehicle s battery insert the key into the ignition and turn the vehicle on Check for proper operation of the Media Gateway and HD Radio tuner before reinstalling the factory dash panels 10 Note The first time you access the Gateway your radio may display DEV INIT while the device is initializing If this is displayed please wait one minute then cycle the ignition off and on Then access SAT mode again to begin normal gateway
3. the tune knob in the upper right corner to scroll through the stored preset stations when the desired preset is displayed press the SEEK button to select it Exit menus Press the lt lt REV button to exit the preset menu and continue playing the current station EXIT will be displayed when button is pressed You can also wait the allotted 10 seconds and the menu will exit automatically Changing Display Press the button to display artist and track information if the current HD Radio station is transmitting that information 8 Sirius Satellite Radio Operation Entering Mode Select Menu Press the BAND button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources Once SIRIUS is displayed press the FWD gt gt button to select the displayed mode Channel Up Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB clockwise to move up through the channels Channel Down Turn the rotary TUNE KNOB counter clockwise to move down through the channels Category Selection Press the CAT button then press the button that corresponds with the Category you wish to select Store Presets Press and hold the preset button on which you want to store the channel Please Note If you are using the Media Gateway to add Sirius but still have factory XM installed it is important to keep the presets in seperate banks Recall Presets Pr
4. SIMPE Expand Your Factory Radio SIS GateWay Automotive Media Interface GM Owner Manual Media Gateway PXAMG PGHGM2 iSimple A Division of AAMP of America 13190 56th Court Clearwater FL 33760 Ph 866 788 4237 support isimplesolutions com 2009 AAMP of Florida Inc simples ons c rev 10 29 10 Table of Contents Pages 1 Introduction 2 2 Precautions 2 3 Compatibility 3 4 Dipswitch Settings 3 5 Installation 4 6 Pod Operation 5 7 HD Radio Operation if equipped 6 8 Sirius Satellite Radio Operation if equipped i 8 Selecting AUX Input 8 9 Selecting Factory Satellite 8 if equipped 10 Troubleshooting 11 Warranty Info 10 Media Gateway amp Optional Add ons The Media Gateway will only support 2 a a Not Included inputs SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO iPod Media Gateway Harness Not Included Part PGHGM2 Media Gateway TZ Part PXAMG simple GateWay Automotive Media Interface N CONCA HH PXAMGSR Cable sold separately 11Ft iPod Cable 3Ft HD Radio Cable HD Radio D Radio Tuner KAF seperately Part HDRT Antenna Adapter Sold Separately 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the iSimple Media Gateway The Media Gateway is designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure from your factory radio To ensure that your iPod performs correctly with your radio we recommend that you r
5. adio source tuner HDRT use the supplied antenna adaptor to make this connection HD Radio station The HD Tuner is temporarily This is expected performance The Digital quality fluctuates or is losing reception of the Digital HD Radio playback will resume in areas of lost randomly HD Radio broadcast signal higher broadcast signal strength 11 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 iSimple dealer This warranty covers any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that upon inspection by iSimple 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 iSimple shall not be liable for any personal 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 iSimple product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as follows Within the first 12 months from date of purchase subject to the conditions above iSimple will rep
6. air or replace the product at their discretion if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to an Authorized iSimple Dealer with PROOF OF PURCHASE from an authorized iSimple dealer Warning This equipment may be reset by unintentional electrostatic discharge during op eration Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat may cause damage or mal function 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 reception 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 Re orientate or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differant from that of which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dea
7. ead this entire manual before attempting installation of the Media Gateway The Media Gateway allows connectivity for iPod Sirius Satellite Radio tuner SCC1 sold seperately and the HD Radio tuner HDRT sold separately enabling full control of these devices from the factory installed radio It also retains original system features such as satellite radio and rear seat entertainment if equipped 2 Precautions UPDATING iPod FIRMWARE For proper operation of the Media Gateway your iPod must be updated with the most recent version of firmware from Apple This is done on your computer To update the software on the iPod go to http www apple com ipod download Follow the directions on the website to complete the download There is no charge for this update PREVENTING DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE OR IPOD Some installations require you to make wiring connections To eliminate the risk of an electrical short we recommend disconnecting the vehicle s battery prior to installation If you do not feel comfortable making these connections we suggest you seek professional installation We recommend that the iPod be disconnected from the interface when the vehicle is not in use PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION Securely install the interface in a location free from heat humidity moving parts sharp metal edges or direct sunlight We recommend securing the interface to a suitable location using double sided tape Velcro or zip ties 3 Compat
8. ess the preset button that corresponds with the channel you want to recall Changing Display P button to display artist and track information Press the i 9 Selecting AUX Input Entering Mode Select Menu Press the BAND button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources Once AUX is displayed press the FWD gt gt button to select the displayed mode 10 E E Factory Installed Sat if equipped Entering Mode Select Menu Press the BAND button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources Once SAT is displayed press the FWD gt gt button to select the displayed mode Factory Sat Operation Refer to the owners manual that came with your vehicle 10 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy Radio shows iPod not iPod cable is not connected to Verify the docking cable is connected to the connected iPod or Gateway Media Gateway and the iPod can not correctly The iPod firmware may be out Update iPod firmware for free at http www control the iPod of date apple com ipod download through the radio have updated my Sometimes the iPods needs to Press and hold the click wheel center iPod s firmware and be reset button and the menu button for 10 seconds still have
9. g the HD Radio Tuner HDRT sold separartely make the folllowing connections before connecting the PXAMG to the vehichle Plug the 3 foot HD Radio Cable 8 Pin mini din to 8 Pin mini din into the second port closest to the dipswitches on the Media Gateway Connect the other end of this cable into the HD Radio tuner Connect the factory antenna cable into the antenna connection on the HD Radio tuner HDRT Using a iSimple BAA20 antenna adaptor if needed to make this connection 6 If connecting the Satellite Radio tuner SCC1 sold separartely make the folllowing connections before connecting the PXAMG to the vehicle Plug the black end of the 3 foot PXAMGSR 8 Pin mini din to 8 Pin mini din sold seperately into the second port closest to the dipswitches on the Media Gateway If you are installing the Satellite Radio Tuner with the HDRT connect the PXAMGSR cable to the port farthest from the dipswitches Connect the gray end of this cable into the Satellite Radio tuner 7 Locate the 14 pin and 16 pin female connectors on the PGHGM2 harness Plug the vehicle s 14 pin and 16 pin male connectors into the PGHGM2 connectors Locate the 3 wires with the bullet connectors on the PGHGM2 harness Purple White Purple and Orange Black Locate the GREEN wire in the 14 pin factory connector that lines up with one of the 3 wires mentioned above Disconnect the bullet connector on the corresponding wire Connect these free ends to the bullet connectors on
10. iPod mode and can last up to one minute Press FWD gt gt to enter the browse menu PL LIST will appear on your display Turn the rotary tune knob until AR ARTIST is displayed Press FWD gt gt to select browse by Artist The list of Artists on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order AR will be displayed in front of the artists name to indicate that you are searching for an artist Turn the rotary tune knob to cycle through the artists When the desired artist is displayed on the radio Press the FWD gt gt button to select the artist and display the albums by that artist The Albums from the selected Artist will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order AL will be displayed in front of the name of the album to indicate you are searching for an album Turn the rotary tune knob to cycle through the albums Once the desired album is displayed Press the FWD gt gt button to select the desired Album The first song in the album will be displayed TR will be displayed in front of the song title to indicate that a track or song title is being displayed Turn the rotary tune knob to cycle through the songs in the selected album Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album not alphabetically Once the radio displays the name of the desired song Press the FWD gt gt button to select and play the desired song The display
11. ibility Your vehicle MUST either be equipped with or have the ability to support Satellite Radio Please visit www isimplesolutions com for the most up to date application information and to verify your vehicle s compatibility 4 Dipswitch Settings All 4 dipswitches MUST be set in the OFF up position for proper operation ALL VEHICLES AA WIP ONG 5 Installation 1 When making electrical connections it is always recommended that the vehicle s battery be disconnected from the electrical system before performing the installation 2 Carefully remove the trim panels covering the 7mm bolts that secure the radio into the dash cavity Remove these bolts and carefully pull the radio from the dash of the vehicle This will provide access to the factory radio connectors where you will connect the Media Gateway harness 3 Disconnect the factory 16 Pin harness and 14 Pin harness from the back of the radio Disconnect the antenna from the radio 4 Connect the 8 Pin iPod docking cable into the first port on the Media Gateway farthest away from dipswitches Carefully run the 11 foot iPod cable behind the dash to the location where the iPod will be mounted or stored for example the glove box or center console This location will vary based on the vehicle and the customer s prefrence When running this cable through the dash be sure to secure it away from moving parts or sharp metal edges that may damage the cable 5 If connectin
12. ler or an experienced radio television technical for help Notice The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user authority to operate the equipment 10 NOTES 11 NOTES 11 NOTES 13 ysimole www isimplesolutions com ME For Best Performance Have It Professionally Installed
13. operation 6 iPod Operation Entering Mode Select Menu Press the BAND button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources Once IPOD is displayed press the FWD gt gt button to select the displayed mode Next Track Turn the rotary tune knob to the right one notch to advance to the next track Previous Track Turn the rotary tune knob to the left one notch to move back to the previous track Fast Forward Press PI SEEK to fast forward the song that is playing Press gt I SEEK again to resume play Rewind Press I lt SEEK to rewind the song that is playing Press I lt SEEK again to resume play Entering Browse Menu Select Press the FWD gt gt button to enter the BROWSE menu or to make a selection while in the BROWSE menu Menu UP Press the lt lt REV button to move up one folder in the BROWSE menu Exit Browse menu Press lt lt REV to move up one step in the browse menu each time it is pressed When the radio displays Browse wait several seconds to exit the browse menu Browse by Artist Please Note Ipods with large amounts of music on them require time to synchronize with the Media Gateway While this process is taking place neither the Browse Menu or Mode Select Menu will be available This process takes place every time you enter the
14. will automatically change to display and scroll the title of the chosen song 7 HD Radio Operation Entering Mode Select Menu Press the BAND button a few times until XM is displayed on the screen Immediately turn the rotary TUNE KNOB in the top right hand corner to scroll through available sources Once HD FM is displayed press the FWD gt gt button to select the displayed mode Tune Up Turn the rotary tune knob to the right to manually tune up Seek Up Press the gt I SEEK button to seek up to next available station Tune Down Turn the rotary tune knob to the left to manually tune down Seek Down Press the I lt SEEK button to seek down to next available station Changing Bands To switch between AM and FM bands press the CAT button until AM or FM is displayed on the screen Press one of the two softkeys under the text to select the desired band Store Presets To Store a station into the Preset memory tune to the station to enter the preset menu press the FWD gt gt button Turn the tune knob in the upper right corner to select the preset location 1 18 where you wish to store the preset when the preset position is displayed for example PRE1 press I lt SEEK to store the preset into memory The screen will display PR SAVED and your preset has been stored into memory Recall Presets To recall a preset saved in memory press the FWD gt gt button to enter the preset menu use
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