Discount Car Stereo PXDP-C5 User manual

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PXDP-C5
Quick Start iPod Adapter Install Guide for select 1997-04 Corvette
Created: November 11, 2014
Revised January 10, 2020

Introduction:
Many Corvette Owners looking to connect and play Apple iPod device to the
factory radio will be pleased to find the PXDP-C5. This adapter allows users to
play and charge their Apple iPod and control select functions from the radio
buttons. The PXDP-C5 uses the changer port on radio so any 12-disc changer in
trunk or hatch must be disconnecting.
The PXDP-C5 connects at the radio or 10-pin CD changer plug in trunk or hatch
in 1997-04 Corvette C5 and requires disconnected the 12-disc changer,
but with the storage capacity of most Apple iPod devices, sacrificing the CD
changer should be an easy decision.
Installation: (To radio)
Remove radio from dashboard to gain access to the connectors. ( Click link below
for radio removal instruction video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTbWYNJTSDs
1. Disconnect factory 20-pin plug from radio (See Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
C5 radio connector
2. Connect 20-pin plug (gray/black) from installation harness (See Fig.
2) to radio 20-pin port vacated in step 1
Fig. 2
installation harness (PXHGM4)
3. Connect factory 20-pin plug (black/gray) to installation harness 20-
pin (white) connector
4. Ensure module dip-switches #3 and #8 are set to “ON” (See Fig. 3)
Fig. 3
5. Connect installation harness 22-pin plug (See Fig. 2) to mating
connector on Module
6. Connect dock cable 8-pin plug to Module 8-pin connector (See Fig. 3)
7. Route 30-pin dock (See Fig. 4) to front of the dash or location where
audio device will reside (within 10 ft.)

Fig. 4
Test Operation:
1. Turn ignition and radio “ON”
2. Press “TAPE/AUX”OR “CD/AUX”button on radio to enter AUX mode
3. Connect audio device to dock connector (See Fig. 4)
4. Initiate playback on audio device.
5. Use radio volume control button to set playback level. Set audio device
volume level to 80% or more. IF distorted, reduce slightly.
Warning! Playlist and Track selection is *NOT* possible from the
GM radio. You must use the audio devices built-in controls to access
audio files.
Fig. 5
Frequent asked questions
1. Does the PXDP-C5 work on other Corvette radios
NO;Works on 1997-04 Corvette AM/FM/Tape and AM/FM/CD Radios with
TAPE/AUX or CD/AUX button
2. Can I use the radio buttons to control the Apple device
YES; The PXDP-C5 adapter is capable of controlling four basic Apple device
functions using the radio buttons including FF, REW, track up and track down
and of course volume.
3. Can I use the radio buttons to navigate Apple device menu?
NO; this adapter is not capable of browsing apple menus (i.e. Search by
Artist, Song, and Playlist etc.). You must use the Apple device built-in
controls to navigate its menus.
4. In addition to my iPod I also have an Android. What if anything is
available for me to play music from my Android phone?
Purchase our A2D-DOCK (wireless) or 3.5-PODF (wired) (See Fig. 5) add-
ons. Both connects to the 30-pin dock to allow music streaming via
Bluetooth or hard-wired via headphone jack.
Disclaimer
• This product has no affiliation with GM
• We’re not liable for misuse of this product.
•We recommend professional installation.
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