iDataLink maestro Rr User manual

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
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PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro VW1 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
VOLKSWAGEN CC
20092014
retains steering wheel controls, factory amplifier and analog outputs
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here
in are the properties of their respective owners.

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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase
of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio
replacement solution. You are
now a few simple steps away from
enjoying your new car radio with
enhanced features.
Before starting your installation,
please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed
with the correct firmware for your
vehicle and that you carefully review
the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will
only retain functionalities that
were originally available in the
vehicle.
1 866 427-2999
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions 3
Wiring Diagram 4

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
• Unbox the aftermarket radio and locate its main harness.
• Connect the wires shown on the next page from
aftermarket radio main harness to the VW1 T-harness and
match the wire functions.
• Plug the Radio Control cable to the aftermarket radio.
STEP 2
• Connect the factory harness to the VW1 T-harness.
• Mate the male and female 4 pin WHITE connectors of the
VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use any of the RCA plugs (WHITE, GRAY, GREEN &
PURPLE) of the VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use the BROWN /RED wire, the BROWN /YELLOW
wire and the GREEN/WHITE wire of the VW1 T-harness.
STEP 3
• Plug the aftermarket radio harnesses into the aftermarket
radio.
STEP 4
• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module then
proceed to module setup.
The module is now ready to be used.
Insert the aftermarket radio in the dashboard housing and
test all the functionalities.
Reassemble the dashboard carefully.
OEM BLUETOOTH SETUP
Unplug the factory Bluetooth module to use the factory
steering wheel Bluetooth buttons with the aftermarket
radio. In most vehicles, it is located under the passenger
seat. If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth but there is
no Bluetooth module under the passenger’s seat then the
Bluetooth system is built into the MDI module.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:
• To reset the module back to its factory settings, turn the
key to the OFF position then disconnect all connectors
from the module. Press and hold the module’s
programming button and connect all the connectors
back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will flash
RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds). Release the
programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN
for 2 seconds.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail
“[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.
com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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C
A
G
F
C
AF
G
1
E
E
GREEN/WHITE (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/RED (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/YELLOW (NOT CONNECTED)
WIRING DIAGRAM
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+)
WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-)
GRAY - RF SPEAKER (+)
GRAY/BLACK - RF SPEAKER (-)
GREEN - LR SPEAKER (+)
GREEN/BLACK - LR SPEAKER (-)
PURPLE/BLACK - RR SPEAKER (-)
YELLOW - 12V (+)
BLACK - GROUND
RED - ACCESSORY (+)
BROWN - MUTE (-)
ORANGE - PARKING LIGHT (+)
PURPLE/WHITE - REVERSE LIGHT (+)
LTGREEN - E-BRAKE (-)
BLUE/WHITE - AMP. TURN ON (+)
MAIN
HARNESS
PURPLE - RR SPEAKER (+)
VW1 T-HARNESS
FACTORY RADIO
HARNESS
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
YELLOW/BLACK - FOOT BRAKE
PINK - VEHICLE SPEED
STEP 4
MAESTRO RR MODULE
CONNECT TO
AFTERMARKET RADIO
RADIO CONTROL CABLE
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
WHITEWHITE
SEE
AFTERMARKET
RADIO GUIDE FOR
WIRE COLORS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
None
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro VW1 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
VOLKSWAGEN EOS
20122014
retains steering wheel controls, factory amplifier and analog outputs
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here
in are the properties of their respective owners.

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen eos 2012-2014
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase
of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio
replacement solution. You are
now a few simple steps away from
enjoying your new car radio with
enhanced features.
Before starting your installation,
please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed
with the correct firmware for your
vehicle and that you carefully review
the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will
only retain functionalities that
were originally available in the
vehicle.
1 866 427-2999
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions 3
Wiring Diagram 4

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
• Unbox the aftermarket radio and locate its main harness.
• Connect the wires shown on the next page from
aftermarket radio main harness to the VW1 T-harness and
match the wire functions.
• Plug the Radio Control cable to the aftermarket radio.
STEP 2
• Connect the factory harness to the VW1 T-harness.
• Mate the male and female 4 pin WHITE connectors of the
VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use any of the RCA plugs (WHITE, GRAY, GREEN &
PURPLE) of the VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use the BROWN /RED wire, the BROWN /YELLOW
wire and the GREEN/WHITE wire of the VW1 T-harness.
STEP 3
• Plug the aftermarket radio harnesses into the aftermarket
radio.
STEP 4
• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module then
proceed to module setup.
The module is now ready to be used.
Insert the aftermarket radio in the dashboard housing and
test all the functionalities.
Reassemble the dashboard carefully.
OEM BLUETOOTH SETUP
Unplug the factory Bluetooth module to use the factory
steering wheel Bluetooth buttons with the aftermarket
radio. In most vehicles, it is located under the passenger
seat. If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth but there is
no Bluetooth module under the passenger’s seat then the
Bluetooth system is built into the MDI module.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:
• To reset the module back to its factory settings, turn the
key to the OFF position then disconnect all connectors
from the module. Press and hold the module’s
programming button and connect all the connectors
back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will flash
RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds). Release the
programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN
for 2 seconds.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail
“[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.
com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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C
A
G
F
C
AF
G
1
E
E
GREEN/WHITE (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/RED (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/YELLOW (NOT CONNECTED)
WIRING DIAGRAM
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+)
WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-)
GRAY - RF SPEAKER (+)
GRAY/BLACK - RF SPEAKER (-)
GREEN - LR SPEAKER (+)
GREEN/BLACK - LR SPEAKER (-)
PURPLE/BLACK - RR SPEAKER (-)
YELLOW - 12V (+)
BLACK - GROUND
RED - ACCESSORY (+)
BROWN - MUTE (-)
ORANGE - PARKING LIGHT (+)
PURPLE/WHITE - REVERSE LIGHT (+)
LTGREEN - E-BRAKE (-)
BLUE/WHITE - AMP. TURN ON (+)
MAIN
HARNESS
PURPLE - RR SPEAKER (+)
VW1 T-HARNESS
FACTORY RADIO
HARNESS
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
YELLOW/BLACK - FOOT BRAKE
PINK - VEHICLE SPEED
STEP 4
MAESTRO RR MODULE
CONNECT TO
AFTERMARKET RADIO
RADIO CONTROL CABLE
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
WHITEWHITE
SEE
AFTERMARKET
RADIO GUIDE FOR
WIRE COLORS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
None
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro VW1 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
VOLKSWAGEN GTI
20102014
retains steering wheel controls, factory amplifier and analog outputs
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here
in are the properties of their respective owners.

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen gti 2010-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase
of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio
replacement solution. You are
now a few simple steps away from
enjoying your new car radio with
enhanced features.
Before starting your installation,
please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed
with the correct firmware for your
vehicle and that you carefully review
the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will
only retain functionalities that
were originally available in the
vehicle.
1 866 427-2999
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions 3
Wiring Diagram 4

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen gti 2010-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
• Unbox the aftermarket radio and locate its main harness.
• Connect the wires shown on the next page from
aftermarket radio main harness to the VW1 T-harness and
match the wire functions.
• Plug the Radio Control cable to the aftermarket radio.
STEP 2
• Connect the factory harness to the VW1 T-harness.
• Mate the male and female 4 pin WHITE connectors of the
VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use any of the RCA plugs (WHITE, GRAY, GREEN &
PURPLE) of the VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use the BROWN /RED wire, the BROWN /YELLOW
wire and the GREEN/WHITE wire of the VW1 T-harness.
STEP 3
• Plug the aftermarket radio harnesses into the aftermarket
radio.
STEP 4
• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module then
proceed to module setup.
The module is now ready to be used.
Insert the aftermarket radio in the dashboard housing and
test all the functionalities.
Reassemble the dashboard carefully.
OEM BLUETOOTH SETUP
Unplug the factory Bluetooth module to use the factory
steering wheel Bluetooth buttons with the aftermarket
radio. In most vehicles, it is located under the passenger
seat. If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth but there is
no Bluetooth module under the passenger’s seat then the
Bluetooth system is built into the MDI module.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:
• To reset the module back to its factory settings, turn the
key to the OFF position then disconnect all connectors
from the module. Press and hold the module’s
programming button and connect all the connectors
back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will flash
RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds). Release the
programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN
for 2 seconds.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail
“[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.
com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1

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C
A
G
F
C
AF
G
1
E
E
GREEN/WHITE (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/RED (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/YELLOW (NOT CONNECTED)
WIRING DIAGRAM
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+)
WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-)
GRAY - RF SPEAKER (+)
GRAY/BLACK - RF SPEAKER (-)
GREEN - LR SPEAKER (+)
GREEN/BLACK - LR SPEAKER (-)
PURPLE/BLACK - RR SPEAKER (-)
YELLOW - 12V (+)
BLACK - GROUND
RED - ACCESSORY (+)
BROWN - MUTE (-)
ORANGE - PARKING LIGHT (+)
PURPLE/WHITE - REVERSE LIGHT (+)
LTGREEN - E-BRAKE (-)
BLUE/WHITE - AMP. TURN ON (+)
MAIN
HARNESS
PURPLE - RR SPEAKER (+)
VW1 T-HARNESS
FACTORY RADIO
HARNESS
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
YELLOW/BLACK - FOOT BRAKE
PINK - VEHICLE SPEED
STEP 4
MAESTRO RR MODULE
CONNECT TO
AFTERMARKET RADIO
RADIO CONTROL CABLE
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
WHITEWHITE
SEE
AFTERMARKET
RADIO GUIDE FOR
WIRE COLORS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
None
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro VW1 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
20102014
retains steering wheel controls, factory amplifier and analog outputs
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here
in are the properties of their respective owners.

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen golf 2010-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase
of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio
replacement solution. You are
now a few simple steps away from
enjoying your new car radio with
enhanced features.
Before starting your installation,
please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed
with the correct firmware for your
vehicle and that you carefully review
the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will
only retain functionalities that
were originally available in the
vehicle.
1 866 427-2999
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions 3
Wiring Diagram 4

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen golf 2010-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
• Unbox the aftermarket radio and locate its main harness.
• Connect the wires shown on the next page from
aftermarket radio main harness to the VW1 T-harness and
match the wire functions.
• Plug the Radio Control cable to the aftermarket radio.
STEP 2
• Connect the factory harness to the VW1 T-harness.
• Mate the male and female 4 pin WHITE connectors of the
VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use any of the RCA plugs (WHITE, GRAY, GREEN &
PURPLE) of the VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use the BROWN /RED wire, the BROWN /YELLOW
wire and the GREEN/WHITE wire of the VW1 T-harness.
STEP 3
• Plug the aftermarket radio harnesses into the aftermarket
radio.
STEP 4
• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module then
proceed to module setup.
The module is now ready to be used.
Insert the aftermarket radio in the dashboard housing and
test all the functionalities.
Reassemble the dashboard carefully.
OEM BLUETOOTH SETUP
Unplug the factory Bluetooth module to use the factory
steering wheel Bluetooth buttons with the aftermarket
radio. In most vehicles, it is located under the passenger
seat. If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth but there is
no Bluetooth module under the passenger’s seat then the
Bluetooth system is built into the MDI module.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:
• To reset the module back to its factory settings, turn the
key to the OFF position then disconnect all connectors
from the module. Press and hold the module’s
programming button and connect all the connectors
back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will flash
RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds). Release the
programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN
for 2 seconds.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail
“[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.
com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1

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Volkswagen golf 2010-2014
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C
A
G
F
C
AF
G
1
E
E
GREEN/WHITE (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/RED (NOT CONNECTED)
BROWN/YELLOW (NOT CONNECTED)
WIRING DIAGRAM
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+)
WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-)
GRAY - RF SPEAKER (+)
GRAY/BLACK - RF SPEAKER (-)
GREEN - LR SPEAKER (+)
GREEN/BLACK - LR SPEAKER (-)
PURPLE/BLACK - RR SPEAKER (-)
YELLOW - 12V (+)
BLACK - GROUND
RED - ACCESSORY (+)
BROWN - MUTE (-)
ORANGE - PARKING LIGHT (+)
PURPLE/WHITE - REVERSE LIGHT (+)
LTGREEN - E-BRAKE (-)
BLUE/WHITE - AMP. TURN ON (+)
MAIN
HARNESS
PURPLE - RR SPEAKER (+)
VW1 T-HARNESS
FACTORY RADIO
HARNESS
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
YELLOW/BLACK - FOOT BRAKE
PINK - VEHICLE SPEED
STEP 4
MAESTRO RR MODULE
CONNECT TO
AFTERMARKET RADIO
RADIO CONTROL CABLE
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
(NOT CONNECTED)
WHITEWHITE
SEE
AFTERMARKET
RADIO GUIDE FOR
WIRE COLORS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
None
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro RR Radio Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro VW1 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
20122013
retains steering wheel controls, factory amplifier and analog outputs
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here
in are the properties of their respective owners.

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen golf r 2012-2013
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase
of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio
replacement solution. You are
now a few simple steps away from
enjoying your new car radio with
enhanced features.
Before starting your installation,
please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed
with the correct firmware for your
vehicle and that you carefully review
the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will
only retain functionalities that
were originally available in the
vehicle.
1 866 427-2999
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Installation Instructions 3
Wiring Diagram 4

ADS-RR(SR)-VW01-AS maestro.idatalink.com
Volkswagen golf r 2012-2013
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2014 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
• Unbox the aftermarket radio and locate its main harness.
• Connect the wires shown on the next page from
aftermarket radio main harness to the VW1 T-harness and
match the wire functions.
• Plug the Radio Control cable to the aftermarket radio.
STEP 2
• Connect the factory harness to the VW1 T-harness.
• Mate the male and female 4 pin WHITE connectors of the
VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use any of the RCA plugs (WHITE, GRAY, GREEN &
PURPLE) of the VW1 T-harness.
• Do not use the BROWN /RED wire, the BROWN /YELLOW
wire and the GREEN/WHITE wire of the VW1 T-harness.
STEP 3
• Plug the aftermarket radio harnesses into the aftermarket
radio.
STEP 4
• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module then
proceed to module setup.
The module is now ready to be used.
Insert the aftermarket radio in the dashboard housing and
test all the functionalities.
Reassemble the dashboard carefully.
OEM BLUETOOTH SETUP
Unplug the factory Bluetooth module to use the factory
steering wheel Bluetooth buttons with the aftermarket
radio. In most vehicles, it is located under the passenger
seat. If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth but there is
no Bluetooth module under the passenger’s seat then the
Bluetooth system is built into the MDI module.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:
• To reset the module back to its factory settings, turn the
key to the OFF position then disconnect all connectors
from the module. Press and hold the module’s
programming button and connect all the connectors
back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will flash
RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds). Release the
programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN
for 2 seconds.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail
“[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.
com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1