GROM Audio GROM-IPD4 User manual

GROM-IPD4
iPhone® iPod® Android® Adapter Kit
Copyright GROM Audio, 2015

GROM-IPD4 car stereo adapter kit
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter – Introduction
. Subject p.2
.2 Functionality Highlights p.2
.3 Main Features in USB iPod®/iPhone® Mode p.2
.4 Main Features in USB Android® phone Mode p.2
.5 Bluetooth Hands Free and Wireless, AUX-IN p.2
.6 Precautions p.2
.7 Disclaimer p.2
.8 Completeness and connection of set p.3
.9 Important Compatibility Notes p.4
. 0 EXT /EXT2 ports p.4
Chapter 2 – General Installation
2. General Installation p.4
2.2 Tools needed p.4
2.3 Preparation and adapter installation p.5
2.4 Installation Troubleshooting p.6
Chapter 3 – Usage manual
3. Different MODES of GROM-IPD4 p.7
3.1.1 Different modes of GROM-IPD4 in CD changer emulation p.7
3.1.2 Different modes of GROM-IPD4 in AT emulation p.7
3.2 USB iPod/iPhone Mode Operation p.8
3.2.1 imple Mode p.8
3.2.2 Advanced Mode p.9
3.2.3 Playlist set up for advanced mode p.9
3.2.4 When car ignition is OFF p.10
3.2.5 Troubleshooting p.10
3.3 USB Android® Device Operation p.10
3.3.1 Android etup and Operation p.10
3.3.2 Android Operation Troubleshooting p.12
3.3.3. Android U B Audio treaming p.12
3.4 AUX Mode -- AUX-IN or Bluetooth Operation p.12
3.4.1 AUX-IN input p.12
3.4.2 Bluetooth Dongle p.13
3.5 USB charging of Android phone via GROM USB port p.13
Chapter 4 – Support p.13
Chapter 5 – Warranty, license and disclaimer p.14
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Subject
Thank you for purchasing the GROM-IPD4 adapter. It has been designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure
through most vehicle factory stereos. To ensure that your GROM-IPD4 interface performs correctly in your vehicle, we
recommend that you read this entire manual before attempting to install the GROM interface.
1.2 Functionality Highlights
- Easily access your media collection in your car, including shuffling songs, skipping between tracks, and adjusting the volume—all with
only your factory car stereo head unit or multifunction steering wheel controls (where applicable).
- Android® phone (most supported) play, charge and control through U B port via standard U B to Android cable.
- iPod®/iPhone®/iPad® play, charge and control via standard U B to iPod cable (supports both 30-pin and Lightning style connectors).
- Bluetooth or AUX-IN integration. To get AUX-IN you will need GROM MiniDin to 3.5mm audio and 5V U B charging cable, to get the
Bluetooth hands free and wireless functionality you will need GROM-BTD Bluetooth Dongle (both sold separately).
1.3 Main Features in iPod iPhone (USB) Mode
- Ability to play, charge and control iPod/iPhone – all using your factory car stereo.
- Playlists on the iPod/iPhone are mapped to an individual “Disc” button on car stereo’s dashboard (different for AT
emulation – please refer to your installation manual).
- Number of “discs” limited to the car stereo (up to 99 on select stereos)
- Last listened song position within the playlist is remembered (may not apply to some iPod/iPhone/iPad)
- Last listened song time position is restored upon ignition cycle (may not apply to some iPod/iPhone/iPad)
1.4 Main Features in Android (USB) mode
- Ability to listen to songs in car from Android phone (using free AALinQ app for Android from Google® Play tore).
- Ability to control music from car stereo or steering wheel buttons.
- Play lists on Android phone (AALinQ app) are mapped to an individual “Disc” button on car stereo’s dashboard (different
for AT emulation – please refer to your installation manual).
- Number of “Discs” limited to the car stereo (up to 99 on select stereos).
- Last listened song position within the Playlist is remembered and time position is restored upon ignition cycle.
- Android phone is charged while in car (0.5Amp charging speed due to the Android software limitation*).
1.5 Bluetooth Hands Free and Wireless Audio, AUX-IN Features
- With hands free (HFP) you can receive the phone calls through the factory car stereo, answer or reject the phone calls
using car stereo or steering wheel controls, speak to the other person using microphone provided with GROM Bluetooth
Dongle.
- Wireless music play from your phone to the factory car stereo (A2DP), control the music or Pandora® internet radio with
the car stereo or steering wheel buttons (AVRCP).
- AUX-IN 3.5mm audio connector for any audio source, and additional 5V charging port.
1.6 Precautions
Proper mounting location securely installs the interface in a location free from heat, humidity, moving parts, or direct sunlight.
Beware of hot-air flow from your vehicle’s climate control system. The interface should be secured in a suitable location, free of
sharp metal edges, using double-sided tape, Velcro, or wire ties. The adapter’s operating temperature range is -30°C to +70°C (-
24°F to +158°F)
1.7 Disclaimer
- This product is not affiliated with any of the OEM manufacturers
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- Modifying the stereo may void any existing warranty
- The purchase of this product carries no warranties, either expressed or implied
- GROM Audio has confirmed the listed stereo and vehicle application to the best of our ability. Due to uncontrollable factors and
various factory options, GROM Audio cannot 100% guarantee every listed application. These factors include variables such as
inconsistencies within a factory stereo, factory stereo models unknown to GROM Audio and any partial model year changes.
- Keep your eyes on the road while driving!
- We are not liable for the misuse of this product, including improper installation, damage to the board or stereo during installation,
and the illegal use of the stereo
1.8 Completeness and connection of set
a) The GROM audio adapter set consists of the GROM-IPD4 main interface, one automotive grade U B cable 3FT
extension cable, and one vehicle-specific cable.
1. GROM IPD4 interface 2.One Automotive grade U B 3FT 3. One Vehicle specific cable
Figure 1. Package contents
b) The basic package does not include the optional accessories that you can purchase separately:
AUX MiniDin 3.5mm U B charge cable GROM Bluetooth Dongle
Figure 2. Optional Accessories (sold separately)
c) The basic wiring diagram of the GROM Audio adapter is detailed in Figure 3 below (some installs may differ):
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1.9 Important Compatibility Notes
- If your vehicle is equipped with an external factory CD changer, you must disconnect it in order to be able to install the
GROM interface. You will lose the use of the external CD changer to gain the use of your iPod, iPhone, Android, Bluetooth
or MP3 player. The built-in CD changer will remain operational. AT if present may need to be disconnected in some case.
- If your vehicle has factory AT and GROM adapter is using AT emulation, you must disconnect factory AT to gain the
use of your device, iPod, Bluetooth or MP3 player. This is applicable to Nissan/Infinity with AT emulation, Honda/Acura 03
and up with AT emulation, Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, Mazda 3,5 08-09 and ubaru 07-09. For a full version of the GROM
compatibility guide, please visit http://gromaudio.com/grom_application_guide.pdf or contact GROM Audio at
http://gromaudio.com/support.html.
1.10 USB EXT1 EXT2 ports
It is recommended for you to use GROM automotive grade USB extension cable. It will ensure better connection using the latch
system that withstands the moving vehicle conditions. In addition it will prevent the wear-out of U B port on GROM-IPD4 adapter.
Please refer to the Figure below for the proper connection of the accessories to the EXT1/EXT2 ports on GROM-IPD4 module.
Figure 4. EXT ports, accessories connection.
Chapter 2 – General Installation
2.1 Installation location
Most installations will require removing the factory stereo in order to plug in the vehicle- specific harness. For some
vehicles, you will also have the option to connect the interface to the factory pre-run CD changer cable located in the trunk
or glove box.
2.2 Tools needed
In most cases, there are no special tools required in order to remove the stereo. For some stereos (e.g., VW, Audi), it is
better to use car stereo removal tools. Please consult your local car audio shop or your vehicle’s dealership for instructions
or assistance as necessary. If you are unsure how to install the interface properly, we recommend contacting your local car
stereo shop for assistance. ome installation examples can be found at www.gromaudio.com.
2.3 Preparation and adapter installation
. Turn off car engine and remove key from ignition
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2. If your stereo uses a ecurity Code, make sure that you have the code before unplugging the stereo.
3. Remove your stereo from the dash in order to gain access to the back of the stereo. ome vehicles require special tools
to remove the stereo. Please consult your vehicle’s dealership or a local car audio professional, if necessary.
4. Attach the car harness connector to the CD changer port in the back of the stereo. Be sure to make a secure connection
with no bent pins, but do not force it. Connect the other end to the interface.
For VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda with dashboard cable only:
There is a black single cable on the vehicle-specific harness (Figure 5) that you will need to attach to the back bolt of the car
stereo or the stereo chassis stereo.
Figure 5. VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda Connection Scheme
Remove the PVC from the end of the black wire (2)
•Connect the end of the black wire (2) to the metal part of the car stereo chassis. You can connect it under the bolt
(3) if it is present
•Make sure that solid contact is made between the striped black wire and the metal part of the car stereo body.
•Note: Failure to attach the black cable to the chassis of the stereo will result in the GROM adapter not
working! All of the specified vehicles require this black cable to be attached.
5. For Audi vehicles only: ome Audi head units require an additional part (AUD cable) or harness modification to gain
the access to the CD changer port. A solid 20-pin connector occupies the 8-pin CD changer port on such stereos. Please
refer to the instructions at http://gromaudio.com/docs/grom-audi-how-to.html for more information.
6. For BMW behind the stereo, Ford, Nissan, Infiniti, Volvo, Mazda 08- 2, Mitsubishi vehicles only: Please refer to
the installation insert for the special guidelines for BMW, Ford, Nissan, Volvo and Mazda installation.
7. For Toyota and Honda (03 and up) vehicles:
On some Toyota/Lexus/ cion vehicles and Honda/Acura (03 and up) vehicles, the CD changer port is occupied by a factory
harness (such as NAV or audio harness). The GROM package for Toyota and for Honda/Acura (HON1) includes a Y-
shaped vehicle cable. In order to connect the interface properly, please refer to Figure 6. If stereo port is already empty,
simply plug GROM cable into stereo.
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Figure 6. Connection Toyota/Lexus/Scion and Honda/Acura
8. Turn your car stereo on and switch it over to CD Changer mode using the Disc/Mode/CD/AUX buttons on your car
stereo (depending on the stereo type). You may have to press CD/Disc twice to access CD Changer mode. Your
display should now show Disc 1, Track 01 or similar.
9. Connect the U B cable to the U B device. Turn on your car stereo and play some music from your U B device
(folders need to be setup). You should hear the sound coming from the car stereo speakers.
0. Once you confirmed the operation of the interface, continue with the installation. If you have trouble with the
installation, please see our troubleshooting section.
. Find a place for the GROM-IPD4 adapter. In many cars, the dash offers sufficient room for installation.
Note: Make sure you mount the GROM-IPD4 adapter in a place with sufficient room so that, when you remount the car
stereo, you do not break the adapter. We strongly recommend you mount unit in easy access location
2. You may use the glove box or other spaces on the dash to direct the U B cables away from the unit.
3. Remount your car stereo, making sure it fits securely.
4. Adapter mounting in the trunk (for VW and BMW only)
•Locate trunk mounting cable in your car (usually located in the left side of the car in the back)
•Disconnect existing CD changer, if any.
•Attach matching cables
Note for BMW trunk installations: ome BMW are factory wired for the cellular phone. Except for wire location, the
factory cellular phone connector looks identical to the factory 3-pin connector used for the CD changer. The CORRECT 3-
pin connector for the CD-Changer has a BROWN wire (ground) in the #1 pin position. Please make certain you use this
connector. The INCORRECT factory cellular phone connector has a BROWN wire in the center position – DO NOT USE
THIS CONNECTOR.
Congratulations! You have installed the GROM adapter and may use it immediately with your iPod/iPhone/iPad or
Android Device.
2.4 Installation Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy
tereo is not recognizing
the GROM-IPD4 adapter
ome Honda, Toyota, and Lexus car stereos
have to be restarted before the stereo
catches the signal
After connecting the adapter, turn the stereo on;
turn the ignition off and then back on
tereo is not recognizing
the GROM-IPD4 adapter
External CD changer is present Make sure to disconnect the external CD
changer
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Symptom Cause Remedy
tereo is not recognizing
the GROM-IPD4 adapter
Bad cables or cables are not connected
properly between the interface box and car
stereo.
Check connection and cables making sure they
are secure with no bent pins.
No music is audible from
the MP3 player
CD changer is not selected Make sure CD changer, AT mode, or AUX is
selected (correct key depends on your stereo)
No power Bad connection Check the cable connections.
For VAG only:
tereo is not recognizing
the GROM-IPD4 adapter
ingle black wire on the vehicle-specific
harness is not grounded properly.
Make sure black cable is properly grounded
For BMWS (dash
install) only:
tereo is not recognizing
the GROM-IPD4 adapter
Audio is not coming from
the speakers.
Audio is coming only
from one speaker
Bus wire may have become loose.
ometimes, when using Posi-Tap clips, the
Bus wire may not receive proper connection
due to its wire size.
10-pin audio cable on BMW harness is not
inserted properly.
The10-pin sound connector is not correctly
aligned.
Make sure the Bus wire is securely attached by
using a multimeter or slightly tighten the Posi-
Tap connector. Refer to the BMW cable
manual.
Make sure that the 10-pin audio cable on BMW
harness is inserted properly, with white stripe or
arrow facing up. If radio has 12-pin connector,
make sure to skip “1” column of pins when
connecting 10-pin GROM connector.
Make sure that the 10-pin sound connector on
the vehicle cable is correctly aligned. Please
refer to the BMW harness manual.
Chapter 3 – Usage manual
3.1 Different MODES of GROM-IPD4
3.1.1 Different MODES of GROM-IPD4 (for CD changer emulation only!)
Please read this part entirely before attempting to change the modes. You will need to perform all the steps below
quickly within -2 seconds interval.
Depending on your GROM firmware version, GROM-IPD4 can work in two modes: U B or AUX (EXT2).
Step I. When you need to switch between the MODE , first you will need to enter into the “MODE CHANGING” state on
your car stereo. There are two possible scenarios:
1. The stereo is already in the CD changer mode (GROM-IPD4 is activated). Press FM/AM -> wait 1-2 second ->
press CD (DISC).
2. The stereo is in any other mode (FM, AT, etc…): press CD (DISC) -> wait 1-2 second -> press FM/AM -> wa it 1
second -> press CD (DISC).
Step II. You will hear the voice announcing the currently playing mode (U B or AUX). To switch to the next mode, press
Next Track button quickly (>, ^ or respective button on your car stereo) while the voice prompt is announcing. The next
mode will be announced right after. If you need to select another mode, simply press Next Track button again and so on
until you select the desired mode.
Note: If you do not hear the voice announcement, it means that you did not press quickly enough and the adapter
is not in the “MODE CHANGING” state anymore. Please perform STEP I again.
Once you hear the desired mode announcement, simply wait for 1-2 seconds and the adapter will start operating in that
mode.
3.1.2 Different MODES of GROM-IPD4 (for SAT emulation only!)
Please read this part entirely before attempting to change the modes.
Depending on your GROM firmware version, GROM-IPD4 can work in two modes: U B or AUX (EXT2).
Step I. When you need to switch between the MODE , imply move to the next AT band.
i.e. XM -> XM2 or XM preset A -> XM preset B -> XM Preset C or SAT -> SAT2 -> SAT3
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Step II. You will hear the voice announcing the currently playing mode (U B or AUX). If you need to select another mode,
simply switch to next XM/ AT preset Band again, i.e. XM2 -> X until you are in the mode you would like to be in.
Once you hear the desired mode announcement, simply wait for -2 seconds and the adapter will start operating in
that mode.
Note: The USB mode and or AUX mode is not restricted to just one Satellite Radio Band. (i.e. XM1 only USB) Both
can flip places with each other while changing through the modes. Please listen for the announcement to know
what MODE you are in.
NOTE: If your car is Nissan/Infinity (with AT/CAT), Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, Mazda 3,5 08-12, ubaru 08-09, or
Honda/Acura with SAT emulation – please use the special instructions that came with your package for the
usage/operation instructions.
3.2 USB iPod iPhone iPad MODE Operation
The GROM adapter has two modes of iPod/iPhone/iPad operation:
A. Simple mode:
iPod stays unlocked. Your iPod can be controlled via its clickwheel or via car stereo controls. The
information displayed on your car stereo does not represent the actual song position on the iPod (the
song’s number). There is no need to prepare your iPod/iPhone/iPad to play in this mode. The simple mode is always
selectable by choosing CD1 (DI C1) from the car stereo. To switch to advanced mode, just select any disc other than one.
Please refer to the section 3.9.1. of this manual for the description of the supported operations in the imple Mode. Text is
also available for certain stereos.
B. Advanced mode:
Your iPod/iPhone/iPad is locked for control and only operated via car stereo buttons. In this mode all data is synced
between the stereo and iPod which allows you to see current information such as track time, number and playlist (disc)
number. Text is also available for certain stereos. In order to use this mode you have to prepare your iPod as explained
below.
The advanced mode is always on for disks 2-9. To switch to simple mode just select DI C 1
“Ok to disconnect” is shown on the iPod display while it is connected to this unit. The clickwheel of the iPod is disabled
when in this mode. Volume control is available from the steering wheel and from the car stereo controls in both modes.
Note: iPhone/Pod touch/iPad with newer than iO 7 will not lock out in Advanced Mode.
3.2.1. SIMPLE MODE
In simple mode, your iPod/iPhone/iPad music player behaves in its usual fashion, with the clickwheel and display being
functional.
The following controls are possible from the car stereo:
- Next track
When pressed on the car stereo, the iPod will jump to the next song and the car stereo track number will increase by one
number (1).
- Previous track
When pressed on the car stereo, the iPod will jump to the previous song and the car stereo track number will decrease by
one number (1).
- Fast Forward
When pressed, the iPod will start moving quickly through the current track.
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- Fast Reverse
When pressed, the iPod will start rewinding the current track.
- Play/Pause
When the stereo is turned to the CD changer mode, the iPod will automatically start playing.
Turning the stereo off or switching to another source (FM, AM, etc.) or MODE (U B, AUX) will cause the iPod to pause the
current track.
- Disk Change
When changing the disk other than 1 the iPod will switch to the Advanced Mode
None of the information displayed during the simple mode is related to the song currently playing. The display will show:
DI C 1 TRACK xx TIME 00:00. Track information can change from 00-99.
3.2.2. ADVANCED MODE
In advanced mode iPod controls will be locked and the following operations will be supported:
- Next track
When pressed on car stereo, iPod will jump to the next song and car stereo track number will represent song number in a
current playlist
- Previous track
When pressed on car stereo, iPod will jump to the previous song and car stereo track number will represent song number in
a current playlist
- Fast Forward
When pressed iPod will start rewinding current track forward. Time on car stereo will represent actual position within the
audio track
- Fast Reverse
When pressed iPod will start rewinding current track backward. Time on car stereo will represent actual position within the
audio track
- Play/Pause
When stereo is turned into CD changer mode the iPod will automatically start playing in simple mode at the last position it
was left.
- Scan
Allow to skip tracks by 10 when set. Next track will jump to current track+10. Previous track will jump to current track-10. It
is helpful to skip the whole album (usually ~10 songs)
- Disk Change
When you select Disc 2-9, iPod will stay in Advanced Mode and will resume last playing track in a playlist. Once DI C 1 is
selected, iPod will switch over to Simple Mode
- Mix/Random
When turned on it will allow playing songs in a shuffle mode through the whole playlist. The track enumeration will start from
1. When switched off, track enumeration will be restored to the real order in the playlist.
- Repeat
When turned on, will play first track in the playlist after the last track is played.
The display will show disk number, track number and track time of the currently playing track.
3.2.3 PLAYLIST SET UP FOR ADVANCED MODE
To use your iPod in Advanced Mode you have to define playlists. The number of playlists depends on the stereo (usually 5-
8).
We recommend naming the playlists starting with the number:
1- Andy’s songs
2-Disco dance
3-Favorites
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