Vais Technology SoundLinQ SL2xD2 User manual

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Audio Interface Controller
with built-in
XM Satellite Radio interface
www.vaistech.com
Model :SL2xD2
Owner’s Manual
Copyright (C) 2003-2010 VAIS Technology Published July 26, 2010
TOYOTA •LEXUS •SCION
(required XM Direct Home Tuner Model XHD2H1)

DO NOT DISASSEMBLE OR ALTER
Doing so may result in an accident, fire or electric shock
Do not block your view
Do not mount product or any added audio and/or video equipment where it can block your view through the windshield or
your view of dashboard indicators and displays.
Do not block the airbag
Do not mount product or any added audio and/or video equipment where it can obstruct the operation of any safety
devices such as the airbag.
Distraction warning
Do not let product or any added audio and/or video equipment distract you while you are driving.
BEFORE WIRING, DISCONNECT THE CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
DO NOT SPLICE INTO ELECTRICAL CABLES
Never cut away cable insulation to supply power to other equipment. Doing so will exceed the current carrying capacity of
the wire and result in fire or electric shock .
DO NOT ALLOW CABLES TO BECOME ENTANGLED IN SURROUNDING OBJECTS
Cables or wiring that obstruct or get caught on places such as the steering wheel, shift lever, brake pedals, etc. can be
extremely hazardous.
DO NOT INSTALL IN LOCATIONS WITH HIGH MOISTURE OR DUST
Moisture or dust may result in product failure.
HAVE THE WIRING AND INSTALLATION DONE BY EXPERTS
The wiring and installation of this product requires special technical skills and experience.
USE ONLY SPECIFIED ACCESSORY PARTS
Use of other than specified parts may damage product internally.
FOLLOW THE OPERATIONAL AND INSTALLATION MANUALS.
YOU SHOULD READ AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF THOROUGHLY WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRIOR
TO INSTALLING AND USING THIS UNIT. IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE
INSTALLATION SCHEMATICS/INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PRODUCT AND THE VEHICLE IN WHICH IT IS BEING
INSTALLED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND THE
VEHICLE, WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY, AND MAY VOID THE VEHICLE WARRANTY
CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS
Some States/Provinces or other governmental jurisdictions (such as cities) may have laws that prohibit the operation of a
video screen within the sight of the Driver. If you have purchased such a product, you should use the product only in
locations where it is legal to do so, and if you do use the product, set up the screen so it is only visible to passengers.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Should this product fail to operate properly, please contact your Dealer or our Customer Service Department at
[email protected].
Before starting any installation work , you must wait 90 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position and disconnecting the negative (-) terminal
from the battery. The supplemental restraint system (airbag) is equipped with a backup power source. If installation work is started less 90 seconds after
disconnection of the negative (-)battery terminal, the SRS may deploy. When the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery the clock and audio
systems memory will be erased. Before starting installation work make a record of the clock and audio systems memory settings. When installation is complete,
reset the clock and audio systems to their previous settings . Power tilt, power telescopic steering column, front power seats, power mirrors, and power shoulder
belt anchorage are equipped with a memory function .The rear power seat is not equipped with a memory function. e and they can make a record of the memory
contents, rear power seat is not equipped with the memory function. When installation is complete, it is necessary to readjust the features to their previous settings
Never use a backup power supply (such as another battery) during installation work to avoid losing these memory settings.
WARNING
CAUTION
Before You Start 2

Before You Start
This unit is equipped with:
!Built-in Electronic Ground Noise Isolator to eliminate unwanted car engine noise.
!Electronic Source Level Adjustment (allows you to adjust sound level for each source independently)
!Resettable Fuses (provides protection for electronic circuits from overcurrent conditions)
This unit is a interface adapter for Toyota/Lexus head unit to control XM
n the Direct Home Tuner (Model # XHD2H1)
(SOLD SEPARATELY) .
IMPORTANT
!
!Due to bad reception in some areas, XM Radio may not work and/or not able to display text.
!TEXT INFORMATION ONLY AVAILABLE FOR RADIOS WHICH SUPPORT SAT mode, CD or MD CHANGER
WITH A CD-TEXT or MD-TEXT CAPABILITY. Please see attached chart to determine emulation that is compatible
with your vehicle.
The unit may refuse to change the channel if your reception is going ON and OFF.
Please wait until your reception stabilizes in order for the unit to allow you to change the channel
easily.
About XM Radio Operation
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Connections 4
Connecting the units
Connecting the units
Audio Wiring Harness
(included)
XM Direct 2 Tuner
Interface Adapter
(included)
XM Radio interface
harness
Model :SL2xD2
Used for
programming Power and Audio
wiring harness
Service
Port
Vehicle Antenna
(included)
To the factory
Audio harness
To the
Head Unit
Audio Y-Harness
(included)
Home Antenna
(not used)
XM Direct Home Tuner
XM Direct Home Tuner
XHD2H1
(sold separately)
XHD2H1 kit
(sold separately)

Connections 5
Head Unit (Radio Receiver)
Factory Audio
harness
SoundLinQ2
20-Pin Y-harness
Plug into
Head Unit
(connector “A”)
AA
To SoundLinQ2
Connection diagram used for most 2001-2007 Lexus vehicles
Connecting SoundLinQ2 to head unit (for Lexus vehicles)
Head Unit (Radio Receiver)
Connection diagram used for most 2004-2007 Toyota vehicles
Connecting SoundLinQ2 to head unit (for Toyota vehicles)
BB
Factory Audio
harness
(if present)
Plug into
Head Unit
(connector “B”)
20-pin connector
12-pin connector
CAUTION
!
Toyota head unit
20-pin connector
IS NOT COMPATIBLE
with SoundLinQ2
Audio Harness
used for Lexus vehicles
To Un-plug any connector do NOT pull it by the wires.
WARNING
Lexus GX 470 Radio Receiver shown.
Locate connector “A” (20-pin connector) on your Radio.
Connector location on the Radio may be
different from shown above.
Lexus GX 470 Radio Receiver shown.
Locate connector “B” (12-pin connector) on your Radio.
Connector location on the Radio may be
different from shown above.
SoundLinQ2
Audio Harness (36”)
To SoundLinQ2
SoundLinQ2
Audio Harness (36”)
SoundLinQ2
12 Pin Y-harness

Installation
We strongly recommend that you install the unit in an easily accessible location, so you can later upgrade
the unit or re-program it in case of incorrect programming.
IMPORTANT
@Gain access to the back of your vehicle’s Head Unit.
@Find the same port as our Audio Harness (see “Connecting SoundLinQ2 to head unit”)
@Disconnect the existing connector and plug in our Audio connector into this port, then plug female end of Audio
Harness to plug into your factory connector . In some vehicles Audio harness female connector is not used.
@Plug the other end of Audio cable into designated port on this unit.
@Connect XM Radio Receiver interface cable as shown in the picture. (see “Connecting the units”)
@Setup proper Emulation Mode for the unit (see “Emulation Mode Selection”)
@Turn the car on and check SoundLinQ2 functionality (especially Text capability) before the final assembly.
@Please mount this unit in an easily accessible location for upgrading and re-programming purposes.
@Secure the Head Unit in its original position.
Installation
Emulation Mode Selection (CD and MD changer emulation)
MD Changer Emulation Mode programming steps:
@Properly install the unit.
@Put both programming switches in the “DOWN” position.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” position.
@Wait for a long beep followed by a few short beeps. This may take up to one minute.
@Put ignition switch into the “OFF” position.
@Return programming switches into their default positions (both switches “UP”). Wait at least 10 seconds.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” or “ON” position.
@Check SoundLinQ2 for functionality, especially TEXT capabilities.
CD Changer Emulation Mode programming steps:
@Properly install the unit.
@Put “Right” programming switch in the “DOWN” position.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” position.
@Wait for a long beep followed by a few short beeps. This may take up to one minute.
@Put ignition switch into the “OFF” position.
@Return programming switches into their default positions (both switches “UP”). Wait at least 10 seconds.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” or “ON” position.
@Check SoundLinQ2 for functionality, especially TEXT capabilities.
!Improper Emulation Mode setting may cause unit to be unrecognized by head unit.
!By activating “CD or MD Changer Emulation Mode” you force the unit to find proper location in the vehicle
Audio/Video network.
IMPORTANT
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Both
switches
“DOWN”
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Ignition into
“OFF” position Both
switches
“UP”
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
10 sec
Right
switch
“DOWN”
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Ignition into
“OFF” position
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
10 sec
Both
switches
“UP”

Installation 7
Left switch
“DOWN”
Emulation Mode Selection (SAT emulation)
SAT Emulation Mode programming steps:
@Properly install this unit.
@Put “Left” programming switch in “DOWN” position.
@Put ignition switch into the “ACC” position.
@Wait for long beep followed by a few short beeps. This may take up to one minute.
@Put ignition switch into the “OFF” position.
@Return programming switches into their default position (both switches “UP”). Wait at least 10 seconds.
@Put ignition switch into “ACC” or “ON” position.
@Check SoundLinQ2 for functionality, especially TEXT capabilities.
Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Ignition into
“OFF” position Ignition into
“ACC” or “ON”
position
Wait 10 sec
Wait for long beep
“Hard” Velcro Fastener
Carpet or car chassis
SoundLinQ2
“Soft” Velcro Fastener
Mounting unit using Velcro fasteners
!Velcro Fasteners are not included
!VAIS Technology strongly recomand to ground unit to the car chassis for best results
!Do not more the 5mm size screws. Using screws larger then 5mm may damage the PCB board.
NOTE
M4 x 5mm*
(see note below)
Both
switches
“UP”

CD CHANGER OR
MD CHANGER
EMULATION
SAT EMULATION
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Emulation

Audio input dedicated for XM radio receiver can only be used for integration. Control of XM Radio
Receiver This unit supports the
Direct Home Tuner . (Model # XHD2H1)
XM Radio
is done through your head unit or the steering wheel controls (explained below). XM
This unit can be programmed in CD changer emulation mode , MD changer emulation mode or SAT Emulation.
Please see attached chart to determine which emulation mode is compatible with your vehicle.
By connecting this unit to the factory system you add a logical device ( XM Radio interface).
The Radio display will show device as a “CD/CD1/CD2” or “MD1”.
Functionality Description
XM Radio CH001 (MD changer with a MD-TEXT)
XM Radio CH019 (CD changer emulation) XM Radio CH027 (MD changer emulation)
XM Radio CH023 (MD changer emulation)
For Radio Integrated into Navigation System
For Radio Integrated into Navigation System
CD changer emulation
For Radio Receiver with LCD
MD changer emulation
For Radio Receiver with LCD
XM Radio CH081 (MD changer emulation)
XM Radio CH023 (CD changer emulation with CD-Text)
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CD/MD Changer Emulation
Select desired source by pressing DISC button on the head unit or MODE on the steering wheel control.
(See diagram below)
Head Unit:
To switch between the unit sources you need to use the “DISC” or “CD” button on the radio
(Diagram below assumes factory CD changer is present).
CD CDCD1
XM Radio
CD CD
MD1
XM Radio
OR
Source Selection (CD/MD Emulation)
Head Unit Controls
Steering Wheel control:
To switch between the unit sources you need to use the “MODE” button on the steering wheel control.
(Diagram below assumes following sources are present).
AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CD1
XM Radio

XM Radio controls
You must set the correct Display Mode, in order to display channel number and TEXT information correctly.
( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details).
TRACK+ TRACK-
and
Select Next/Previous channel (if the selected channel is not available, the unit will jump to the next available channel).
(SCROLL)
Speed channel selection +10, -10 (if the selected channel is not available, the unit will jump to the next available channel).
If “DISC SCAN” mode is activated [SCROLL] buttons work as [DISC+] and [DISC-]*.
NOTE: Available only if PRESET CHANNELS are setup. This feature was created for vehicles which do not have
[DISC+], [DISC-] buttons.
DISC+ DISC-
and
Used for PRESET CHANNEL selection.
NOTE: Assumed at least one PRESET CHANNEL exists (see “Presets”).
NOTE: If PRESET CHANNEL list has not been previously set [DISC+] and [DISC-] work as [SCROLL] buttons.
SCAN
Used for setup purposes. (Please refer to “Display settings and Special Features”).
DISC SCAN
Please see SCROLL buttons functionality.
NOTE: Buttons [DISC RPT], [RANDOM], [DISC RANDOM] are not supported.
and
DISC RAND
Enables/Disables “Disc information” popup window. (Popup window comes up when song title and artist name change).
NOTE: Popup window functionality vary on the Lexus model and Audio System configuration.
For vehicles where information is displayed on the Radio LCD please activate [DISC RANDOM] in order to have
information correctly updated.
DISC RPT
To select whether Song Name or Artist Name displays first. We recommend using this feature especially for cars where
Radio is not integrated into Navigation Screen.
No signal or antenna disconnected
-NO SIGNAL-
Satellite receiver is not connected or does not respond
-TUNER ERR-
Displayed Errors (available only with CD-Text or MD-Text capability)
If you select a channel higher than 299 this unit will direct you to the channel according to the following example.
Example: If you select channel 567, the system will select channel 67.If channel 67 is not available the unit will jump to
the next available channel.
NOTE: Direct input isn't available for Radio with its own LCD Display
Simply touch numeric
buttons to enter channel
number in “Direct entry mode”
SoundLinQ2 supports “Direct Entry Mode” only for vehicles with Radio integrated into Navigation System.
Direct Entry Mode
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IMPORTANT

XM Radio controls
Presets
NOTE: Beep indicates successfully accomplished operation. If you do not hear a beep, please repeat the above steps.
@Select the desired channel
@Press the [RPT] or [REPEAT] button 4 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds). You will hear a beep.
@SoundLinQ2 will store the current channel in the preset list. You can store up to 10 preset channels, and channels get
recorded in sequential order.
Adding a new PRESET
@Select preset you would like to change
@Select new desired channel (using the [TRACK+], [TRACK-] buttons, or use “Direct entry” on the Navigation screen
(if supported). Make sure you do not select channels which already exist in “Presets list”, because unit will move to
another preset.
@Press the [RPT] or [REPEAT] button 4 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds). You will hear a beep.
@SoundLinQ2 will update the preset list.
the (using the [DISC+], [DISC-] buttons)
Changing an existing PRESET
NOTE: Beep indicates successfully accomplished operation. If you do not hear a beep, please repeat the above steps.
@Enter into “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode
@Press the [DISC RPT] or [DISC REPEAT] button one time to activate the “DISC REPEAT” function.
@Press the [DISC RPT] or [DISC REPEAT] button again to deactivate it.
@SoundLinQ2 will produce a long beep as an confirmation of successful erasure.
@Exit “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode ( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details)
( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details)
Erasing PRESETS
Used to display “Signal Strength”
Note: Will range from 0-99
Satellite Signal Strength
@
@SoundLinQ2 will display the signal strength in position where channel number is normally displayed
@To cancel this mode simply press [TRACK+], [TRACK-].
Press the [SCAN] button 4 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds). You will hear a short beep.
NOTE: Use this mode to find the proper antenna location for best reception.
XM Radio Input Settings
@
will hear a short beep as a confirmation.
@SoundLinQ2 will use the “REPEAT” indicator (continuous blinks 2 times per second) on your head unit to confirm “XM
Radio Input Settings” Mode is active.
@Press the [SCAN] button 8 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds) to exit “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode.
You will hear a short beep as a confirmation.
Press the [SCAN] button 8 times (MUST BE DONE within 1-2 seconds) to enter “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode. You
Enter/Exit “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode
NOTE: In this mode you can setup Display Settings, Erase PRESETS list, and Adjust Sound Level for XM Radio Input
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XM Radio controls
Display Settings
SoundLinQ2 supports 8 types of Display Modes. Display Mode can ONLY be set up for the XM Radio source.
It is critical to setup, the correct Display Mode for the following reasons:
!For Channel information to be displayed correctly.
!For Text information to be displayed.
Display mode 1 - Minutes and Seconds used to display the selected channel number.
Minutes display hundreds, seconds display 00-99. DISC number and TRACK number are ”invisible”
NOTE: This mode is preferred with CD changer emulation for Radio receivers with their own LCD.
Display mode 2 - Same as Display mode 1, except that DISC and TRACK number always display “1”.
NOTE: Some Radio receivers refuse to display minutes and seconds if DISC or TRACK number are “invisible”. Please use this
mode if your Radio receiver displays only “CD1” on the LCD.
Display mode 3 - In this mode TRACK number is used to display hundreds, Minutes are used to display tens, Seconds are
used to display single digits. DISC number is “invisible”.
NOTE: This mode is most common for the radio integrated into the Navigation System.
Display mode 4 - In this mode TRACK number used to display hundreds, Minutes are used to display tens, Seconds are
used to display single digits. DISC number is always “1”.
Display mode 5 - Alternate variation of Display mode 1.
Display mode 6 - In this mode TRACK number is either 10, 11 or 12 where “0” from 10, “1” from 11 and “2” from 12 are used
to display hundreds, Minutes are used to display tens, Seconds are used to display single digits. DISC number is always “12”.
NOTE: This mode is most common for the radio integrated into the Navigation System which does not display Song Tilte in MD
changer emulation mode (Alternative for Display Mode 3, allows Song Title to be displayed for channels less than 100) .
Display mode 7 - In this mode TRACK number is either 10, 1 or 2 where “0” from 10, “1” and “2” are used to display
hundreds, Minutes are used to display tens and single digits. DISC number is always “12”.
Display mode 8 - In this mode TRACK number is either 10,11 or 12 where “0” from 10, “1” from 11 and “2” from 12 are used
to display hundreds, Minutes are used to display tens, Seconds are used to display single digits. DISC number is always “12”.
NOTE: Alternative to Display Mode 7.
NOTE: Use Display mode 8 in MD changer emulation mode. In this mode TRACK number is used to display the channel
number.
About Display Settings
@Enter into “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode ( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details).
@Press [SCROLL UP] to switch between Display Modes.
@Check channel 23, 81, 92, and 123, to confirm correct Display Mode selection.
@Make sure both Disc Title and Track Title information is displayed correctly.
@Exit “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode ( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details).
Changing Display Mode
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XM Radio controls
Display Settings
Track number, Minutes,and Seconds are
used to display the selected satellite
channel number.
NOTE: For cars with the Radio integrated
into the Navigation System, “DISC” number
MUST BE “invisible” or “12” in order to
have all ten numbers available for “Direct entry”.
Artist Name Song Title Channel Name
NOTE: On some Radios both DISC number and TRACK number
must be different from “0” or “invisible in order for TEXT to be displayed properly.
Minutes and Seconds are
used to display selected satellite
channel number.
NOTE: Please check channel 081, 092
and 123 to make sure those channel
numbers are displayed properly.
NOTE: Present if MD-TEXT is supported by the Radio
Receiver (may differ on Head units model and year)
Displaying Channel Information
XM Sound Level Adjustment
NOTE: Remember, a high sound level may result in noticeable sound distortion.
@Enter into “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode ( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details).
@Select the desired satellite channel.
@Activate the “SCAN” function on your head unit.
@Set the desired volume at your head unit.
@While “SCAN” is active use [SCROLL UP] to increase volume and [SCROLL DOWN] to decrease volume.
@Sound level [01..31] will be displayed as Seconds on you head unit.
@Deactivate “SCAN” function.
@Exit “XM Radio Input Settings” Mode ( See “XM Radio Input Settings” for details).
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Audio input dedicated for XM radio receiver can only be used for integration. Control of XM Radio
Receiver This unit supports the
Direct Home Tuner (Model # XHD2H1)
XM Radio
is done through your head unit or the steering wheel controls (explained below). XM
Please see attached chart to determine which emulation mode is compatible with your vehicle.
By connecting this unit to the factory system you add alogical devices ( XM Radio interface).
SAT1, SAT2, and SAT3 can be used for 6 presets each.
Functionality Description
For Radio Integrated into Navigation System
SAT Emulation
XM Radio CH023 (SAT emulation) XM Radio CH023 (SAT emulation Text display)
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XM Radio SAT3 CH004 (SAT emulation )
SAT Radio Emulation
SAT Emulation
XM Radio SAT2 CH070 (SAT emulation )

Head Unit Controls 15
Select desired source by pressing the AM button on the head unit or MODE on the steering wheel control.
(See diagram below)
Head Unit:
To switch between unit sources, press the AM button on the head unit. The AM button will cycle through the following
modes: AM radio, SAT1, SAT2, and SAT3. SAT1,SAT2 and SAT3 are presets for the satellite receiver.
Steering Wheel control:
To switch between unit sources, press the MODE button on the steering wheel control. The diagram below shows the
order in which sources are selected.
(Diagram below assumes following sources are present).
AM SAT1 SAT2 SAT3
XM Radio
AM SAT1 SAT2 SAT3 FM1 FM2 TAPE CD
XM Radio
Source Selection (SAT Emulation)

XM Radio controls
To display the song title and artist name that is currently playing, press the TEXT button. If the information is available
from the current satellite channel, it will be displayed. Song title and artist name can display a maximum of 16
alphanumeric characters each.
TRACK+ TRACK-
and
Use the SEEK-TRACK button on the stereo head unit to select the next available channel. The unit will automatically
skip channels that are not available.
To change the category of channels you would like to listen to, press either the TYPE < or TYPE > button.
SCAN
Function temporary unavailable .
TYPE SCAN
and
No signal or antenna disconnected
-NO SIGNAL-
Satellite receiver is not connected or does not respond
-TUNER ERR-
Displayed Errors (available only with CD-Text or MD-Text capability)
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MANUAL TUNING
TYPE TYPE
Use the TUNE knob on the head unit to select channels. You can rapidly scan channels by turning the knob faster in the
direction you wish to scan.
DISPLAYING SONG TITLE AND ARTIST NAME
To select a preset, press the desired preset button.
SELECTING PRESETS
CHANNEL SEEK
CHANGING CATEGORIES
Function temporary unavailable .
Presets
NOTE: Beep indicates successfully accomplished operation. If you do not hear a beep, please repeat the above steps.
@Select the desired channel
@Press and hold the preset button where you would like to store the current channel.
@You will hear a beep when the channel has been stored in the preset location.
Adding a new PRESET
@Presets can be overwritten at any time using the same procedure as adding a new Preset.
Changing an existing PRESET
@Presets can not be erased, but they can be overwritten at any time by following the procedure for Adding a new
Preset.
Erasing PRESETS

XM Radio controls
XM Radio Input Settings
You can adjust the input sound level of your satellite receiver. The sound level adjustment allows you to balance the
volume control with other sources connected to your head unit (such as CD player, FM radio, etc), and eliminate possible
distortions caused by high input levels.
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@
@To adjust the sound level, first you must select a source that is not connected to the SoundLinQ2 unit, such as CD
player or FM radio. Set the volume to a comfortable level while listening to this source.
@Change the source to SAT1 or SAT2 and select a satellite channel to listen to.
@Change the source to SAT3.
@Press and hold the button labeled SAT Lev Adj or number 5 on the Radio with its own LCD. You will hear a short
beep, and should then hear sound coming from the satellite receiver source.
@Now you will adjust the sound level to match the volume of the source you selected in step 1. To adjust the sound
level, press either the TYPE < or TYPE > button.
@Once the sound level matches the volume of your source from step 1, press the SAT Lev Adj (or number 5 on the
Radio with its own LCD) again to store the desired sound level in memory.
@Deactivate SETTINGS MODE
Activate SETTINGS MODE
Satellite Sound Level Adjustment
Remember, a high sound level may result in noticeable sound distortion...
NOTE: SAT3 - SETTINGS MODE
4SAT Rescan
CH 004
In order for SounlinQ2 to work faster, we have created a new feature “Channel List”.
SoundlinQ2 goes out of our facility preprogrammed with the recent “Channel List”.
If in any case XM Radio adds/removes a channel, you need to use [RESCAN] feature to update your “Channel List”.
1. Make sure you are in the “Good Reception Area”.
2. Activate SETTINGS MODE.
3. Push and hold [RESCAN] to hear long beep. (“Channel List” erased)
4. Go to SAT1.
5. “Updated” is flashing, make sure to let the “Channel List” To update before you can use your Radio again.
6. Deactivate SETTINGS MODE.
SETTINGS MODE (”SAT Rescan”)
Channel List Update
*Make sure to follow the instructions above to perform “Channel List” update, because incorrect steps can bring unit to improper operations.
Activate / Deactivate SETTINGS MODE
@Go to SAT 3
@Tune to channel 255
@Press [Type Scan] 8 times to hear long beep.
@Using AM or AM/SAT button reselect sources to cycles to SAT 3
SETTINGS MODE (SAT Level Adjustment)

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WARRANTY
VAIS TECHNOLOGY, LLC
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for U.S.A. (hereinafter referred to as ‘PRODUCT’) and its related software
For Most Toyota/Lexus Vehicles 2001-2006; (hereinafter collectiv ely referred to as ‘PRODUCTS’). THIS IS A LEGALAGREEMENT
BETWEEN YOU, AS THE END USER, AND VAIS TECHNOLOGY, LLC (“VAIS”). PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE TERMS AND
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VEHICLE, ITS EQUIPMENT, AND ANY ‘AFTER-MARKET’ EQUI PMENT SUBSEQUENTLY ADDED TO THE VEHICLE BY THE END-
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cause you to experience some technical difficulties, if the product does not operate properly please contact technical department promptly at
[email protected].
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“PRODUCTS”) and the related documentation solely for your own personal use or for internal use by your business, only on such VAIS
PRODUCTS. You shall not copy, reverse engineer, translate, port, modify or make derivative works of the Software contained in t he
PRODUCT. You shall not loan, rent , disclose, publish, sell, assign, lease, sublicense, market or otherwise transfer the Software in the
PRODUCT or use it in any manner not expressly authorized by this agreement. You shall not derive or attempt to derive the source code or
structure of all or any portion of the Software in the PRODUCT by reverse engineering, disassembly, recompilation, or any other means. You
shall not use the Software in the PRODUCT to operate a service bureau or for any other use involving the processing of data for other
persons or entities. VAIS and its licensor(s) shall retain all copyright, trade secret, patent and other proprietary ownership rights to the
Software in the PRODUCT. The PRODUCTS are Copyrighted/ Patented and/or at various stages of Pending and may not be copied, even
if modified or merged with other products. You shall not alter or remove any copyright notice or proprietary legend contained in or on the
PRODUCTS. You may transfer all of your license rights in the Software or the PRODUCT, the related documentation and a copy of this
License Agreement And Warranty to another party, provided that the party reads and agrees to accept the terms and conditions of this
License Agreement And Warranty.
2. OPERATIONAL WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: YOU SHOULD READ AND FAMI LIARIZE YOURSELF THOROUGHLY
WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PRIOR TO INSTALLING AND USING THE –
SoundLinQ (SLU), (SLI), (SLX), (SLS), (SLXI), (SLSI) or SoundLinQ2 (SL2i), (SL2x), (SL2s)
IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION
SCHEMATICS/INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PRODUCT AND THE VEHICLE IN WHICH IT IS
BEING INSTALLED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAY DAMAGE
THE PRODUCT AND THE VEHICLE AND WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY AND MAY
VOID THE VEHICLE WARRANTY. (A copy of the installation schematics is included with
the Product and can also be found on the VAIS TECHNOLOGY website at
www.vaistech.com.)
FAILURE TO ABIDE BY THESE OPERATIONAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH. IN ADDITION, FAILURE TO
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY AND COULD
BECOME A BASIS FOR LIABILITY ON THE PA RT OF THE VEHICLE OPERATOR IN THE
EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT WHICH RESULTS IN INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL VAIS OR ITS IMMEDIATE AGENTS OR PRINCIPALS,
BE LIABLE, FOR DAMAGES INCURRED TO THE PRODUCTS, THE VEHICLE OR ITS
PASSENGERS, OR OTHER THIRD-PARTIES AS A RESULT OF FAILURE TO FOLLOW
VAIS’S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
and its related software (THE “PRODUCTS”).
VAIS TECHNOLOGY- SoundLinQ (SLU), (SLI), (SLX), (SLS), (SLXI), (SLSI) and SoundLinQ2 (SL2i), (SL2x), (SL2s)

A COPY OF THE ‘OPERATIONAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS’ IS TO BE KEPT
WITH THE VEHICLE AT ALL TIMES.
3.DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF WARRANTIES .
(A) EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE CONTAINED HEREIN , the PRODUCTS and related documentation are provided to you, “AS IS”. IN NO
EVENT SHALL VAIS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, CLAIM OR LOSS INCURRED BY YOU (INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION,
COMPENSATORY, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT , SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, LOST PROFITS, LOST
SALES OR BUSINESS, EXPENDITURES, INVESTMENTS, OR COMMITMENTS IN CONNECTION WITH ANY BUSINESS, LOSS OF
ANY GOODWILL, OR DAMAGES. THE TERM ‘INCIDENTAL DAMAGES’ REFERS TO THE EXPENSES OF TRANSPORTING THE
PRODUCTS TO THE VAIS SERVICE CENTER, LOSS OF THE END-USERS [ORIGINAL PURCHASER’S] TIME, LOSS OF THE USE OF
THE PRODUCT, BUS FARES, CAR RENTALS OR OTHER COSTS RELATED TO THE CARE AND CUSTO DY OF THE PRODUCT. THE
TERM ‘CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES’ REFERS TO THE COST OF REPAIRING OR REPLACING OTHER PROPERTY, WHICH IS
DAMAGED WHEN THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY.) RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE
PRODUCTS, INCLUDING ANY DAMAGES INCURRED DUE TO THE NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, IN
CONJUNCTION WITH THE USE OF SAID PRODUCTS. THE END-USER ACKNOWLEDGES ITS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF
THE PRODUCT. THE ADDITION OF VAIS PRODUCTS AND ANY AFTER-MARKET EQUIPMENT MAY ENHANCE THE VALUE OF A
VEHICLE OR CAUSE A THIRD-PARTY TO ILLEGALLY ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE PRODUCTS AND AFTER-MARKET EQUIPMENT.
VAIS DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY RELATE D TO SUCH THEFT AND POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.IT IS THE END-USERS
RESPONSIBILITY TO PROTECT ITS OWN PROPERTY.
THE END-USER FURTHER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE OPERATIO N OF A MOTOR VEHICLE IS AN INHERENTLY DANGEROUS
ACTIVITY, AND BY ITS USE OF VAIS’S PRODUCTS, ACKNOWLEDG ES THAT THE PRODUCTS ARE REMOTELY RELATED TO SAID
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATION, AND THUS ANY DAMAGES CAUSED TO THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE ITSELF OR
ANY THIRD-PARTY AND ITS PROPERTY IS NO T THE RESPONSIBILITY OF VAIS, ITS AG ENTS OR ITS PRINCIPALS AND IS THE
SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE DRIVER OF SAID VEHICLE.
YOU, THE END-USER, OR ANY OTHER DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE, IS SOLELY RESPONS IBLE FOR THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE
VEHICLE AND THE SAFETY OF BOTH YOU AND THE PASSENGERS . FOR SAFETY PURPOSES, THE PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE
USED FOR THE DRIVER’S ENTERTAINMENT, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. SUCH USE COULD BE A DISTRACTION TO
THE DRIVER, WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT LEADING TO SER IOUS INJURY OR DEATH. IF YOU, THE END-USER ALLOW
ANOTHER PERSON TO USE THE VEHICLE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO THOROUGHLY BRIEF THAT OTHER USER, ON THE
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATING THE VEHICLE AND THE PR ODUCTS INSTALLED THEREIN.
(B) SAID DISCLAIMERS SHALL APPLY TO THE USE OF SAID PR ODUCTS, EVEN IF VAIS HAS BEEN INFORMED OF, KNEW OF, OR
SHOULD HAVE KNOWN OF THE LIKELIHOOD OF SUCH DAMAGES. THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO ALL CAUSES OF ACTION IN THE
AGGREGATE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION: BREACH OF CONTRACT, BREACH OF WARRANT Y, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT
LIABILITY, MISREPRESENTATION AND OTHER TORTS. IF VAIS’S WARRANTY DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY SET
FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT SHALL, OR FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, BE HELD UNENFORCEABLE OR INAPPLICABLE, YOU
AND ANY OTHER END USER AGREE THAT VAI S’S LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED (50%) OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE ENCLOSED
VAIS PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you. This Warranty Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability shall not be applicable to the extent that any federal, state or local law,
which cannot be preempted, prohibits any provision of this Warranty.
(C) Some States/Provinces or other governmental jurisdictions (such as cities) may have laws that prohibit the operation of a video screen
within the sight of the Driver. If you have purchased such a product, you should use the product only in locations where it is legal to do so,
and if you do use the product, set up the screen only where it may be visible to passengers only. Although VAIS strongly recomm ends that
Products not be used while the vehicle is in motion, it is your responsibility to determine whether the product can be used in any given
location. Any use of the PRODUCTS where it is illegal to do so, may be used against you as evidence of negligence in the event of an auto
accident or other traffic infraction.
4. THIRTY (30)- DAY MONEY BACK WARRANTY ONLY IF PURCHASED DIRECT FROM
VAIS.
Any Product purchased directly from VAIS, referencing a Return Authorization Number (RAN)during the Thirty-(30) day period following
shipment by VAIS, may be returned for a full refund of the purchase price actually paid, only if you have received damaged, def ective or
incorrectly shipped merchandise. The RAN number may be obtained from VAIS’s Customer Support at [phone], and is valid for
only thirty- (30) days from its issuance. Said RAN must be noted on the outside of the returned PRODUCTS’ packaging. The PRODUCTS
must be returned in its original packaging, intact, without any evidence of tampering with the PRODUCTS or physical damage caused by the
Customer (End-User).
WE WOULD STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT THE ITEM BE SHIPPED INSURED, SINCE THE RISK OF LOSS DURING SHIPPING IS
WITH THE END-USER. Re-stocking Fees may apply. Damage Fees if deemed caused by the End-User may apply. SHIPPING AND
HANDLING OF THE END-USER IS NOT REFUNDABLE AND MUST BE PREPAID, FOR THIS WARRANTY TO BE APPLICABLE. END-
USER SHALL ASSUME ALL RISK OF LOSS FOR THE SHIPPING OF THE PRODUCTS TO VAIS. PLEASE ALLOW UP TO EIGHT (8)
WEEKS FOR VAIS TO CREDIT YOUR ACCOUNT .
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5. LIMITED WARRANTY.
VAIS warrants that the PRODUCTS will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the
date of purchase. VAIS’S sole obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace at VAIS'S option, any PRODUCTS that VAIS
shall have determined to be defective. Any replacement of parts, shall at the option of VAIS
and at no additional charge to the end-
user, be new or rebuilt/re-engineered replacement parts. Any replacement of PRODUCTS shall be with new or remanufactured
equivalent PRODUCTS. The End-User is responsible for all shipping costs to VAIS, in connection with warranty service. VAIS will
not be liable for any defects arising out of any modification of the PRODUCTS, or misuse, neglect, improper installation not in
accordance with the specifications provided byVAIS, or if the product is used in violation of any applicable local, state or federal laws. It is
the End Users responsibility to ascertain the existence and applicability of any local laws to the operation of the PRODUCTS, in any location
where the PRODUCTS are being used. other causes beyond Seller's reasonable control.
A. WHO PERFORMS VAIS TECHNOLOGY'S WARRANTY COMPLIANCE.
VAIS Technology’s professional technical depar tment will perform VAIS warranty obligations.
B. WHAT YOU MUST DO.
To obtain warranty performance, you must take the PRODUCTS, or deliver the PRODUCTS freight prepaid, to a VAIS Technology
Authorized Service Center. If shipped, the PRODUCTS must be packaged so that it is protected from possible shipping damage. VAIS
Technology will ship the PRODUCTS to you when warranty performance is completed. VAIS Technology will pay for shipping the
PRODUCTS to you, if the product was repaired under the warranty and the Product was received by the Service Center during the warranty
period, in which case the Product will be returned to you freight prepaid by VAIS. You must present to the Service Center, or include with
your shipment, a dealer's bill of sale, or other original evidence, showing the date and place of purchase and describing the Product
purchased to establish warranty eligibility. Be sure to include your return address and a written description of the problem and a daytime
telephone number where you can be reached should the need arise.
SHIP TO: VAIS Technology
13792 Compark Blvd, Suite 125
Englewood, CO
80112
ATTENTION: SERVICE DEPARTMENT
For your own protection, you should obtain a proof of delivery receipt. Return shipping (that is, shipping back to the customer following repair
or replacement), will be paid by the Seller unless repair or replacement is determined not to be covered by the warranty.
C. WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER . VAIS shall have no liability or obligation to Purchaser with respect to any
PRODUCTS requiring service during the warranty period which is subjected to any of the following: abuse, improper operation, negligence,
accident, modification, improper connections, failure of the end-user to follow the operating procedures outlined both herein, and in any
user's manual, attempted repair by non-qualified personnel, Company or Association; operation of the Product outside of the pub lished
environmental and electrical parameters, or if such Product's original identification (trademark, serial number) markings have been defaced,
altered, or removed. VAIS excludes from warranty coverage Products which have not been sold by VAIS or an Authorized VAIS Deale r to
the Purchaser. VAIS also excludes from warranty coverage Products sold outside of the United States. All wires and connectors
furnished with, or as part of the PRODUCTS is furnished “AS IS” (i.e., without any warranty of any kind), except where expressly
provided otherwise in any documentation or license agreement furnished with the PRODUCTS.
Other Items Not covered Pursuant to this Warranty:
1. Damage occurring during shipment of the product to VAIS for repair (claims must be presented to the carrier);
2. Any cost or expense related to the removal or reinstallation of the product;
3. Any Products which have been adjusted, altered or modified without VAIS’s consent;
4. Any Products that has been determined to contain an excessive amount of dust or dirt and any product that contains any
other contaminants including liquid or foreign objects.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY IS THE PURCHASER'S EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY REMEDY.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL NOT EXTEND BEYOND THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE PARTS WARRANTY PERIOD AND NO PERSON,
COMPANY OR ASSOCIATION (INCLUDING AUTHORI ZED DEALERS) IS AUTHORIZED TO ASSUME FOR VAIS ANY OTHER
LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OF THE PRODUCT.
D. ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY VAIS, AND ANY SUCH WARRANTY IS DEEMED
VOID, IN THE EVENT THE END-USER ATTEMPTS TO MODIFY THE PRODUCT OR PRODUCTS IN ANY WAY.
In addition, some states, do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may have other rights, which may vary, from state to state. THE ABOVE WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE VALID ONLY IN
THE U.S.A.
IMPORTANT STEPS TO SAFEGUARD YOUR DATA AND PROPERTY :
Be sure to remove all third-party after market equipment, options, alterations, and attachments not warranted by VAIS Technolog y before
sending the Product to VAIS for warranty service. VAIS IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO THESE ITEMS.
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