iPAC-GM3 iPOD INTERFACE WITH AUXILIARY INPUT LAN Instruction Manual Pacific Accessory Corporation 1502 S. Santa Fe St.
Chapter 1 - Getting Started 1.1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the PAC’s iPAC-GM3 interface for OEM radios. Designed for Video, Generation 3, 4, Mini, and Nano iPods. The IPACGM3 has three Modes of operation; Advanced, Manual, and Auxiliary Input. Advanced Mode allows you to use your factory stereo buttons and steering wheel audio controls (if equipped) to directly control your iPod. In Advanced Mode the iPod text is displayed on the factory radio.
PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION Securely install the interface in a location free from; heat, humidity, moving parts, sharp metal edges and direct sunlight. We recommend securing the interface to a suitable location using; double sided tape, Velcro, or wire ties. 1.3 Compatibility Notes This section will inform you of the specific requirements for your factory radio to be compatible with the iPAC-GM3.
Chapter 2 - Installation: This chapter will explain how to install the iPAC-GM3 interface using the GM3H and the GM3HXM harnesses. Some installations require you to make wiring connections. To eliminate the risk of an electrical short, we recommend removing the negative terminal from the vehicles battery prior to installation.If you do not feel comfortable making these connections, we suggest you seek professional installation. 2.1a Harness GM3H: (No XM) 1.
2.1b Harness GM3HXM: (With XM) 1.Locate factory XM tuner. It is often located behind the glove box. Remove any panels if necessary to access XM tuner’s 16-pin harness. Unplug the 16-pin harness. 2. Plug the male end of the GM3HXM harness into the 16-pin port on the XM tuner. Next connect the factory male 16-pin into the 16-pin female connector on the GM3HXM harness. 3. Optional Connections: RED: Retains Accessory Power (RAP).
2.2 Initialization: Once you have completed the installation of your iPAC-GM3 interface, it is important to allow the factory stereo time to recognize the new device. This “hand shake” period occurs when the key is first turned-on, and lasts up to 10 seconds. A green LED located on the top of the IPAC-GM3 will flash during the “hand shake.” ONCE THE GREEN LIGHT IS ON SOLID THE INITIALIZATION IS COMPLETE.
Accessing the iPod: Press the BAND button on the radio until the display shows XM. If the vehicle is equipped with XM, press and hold ▐◄ SEEK until a “beep” is heard. The display will show “iPod.” If the vehicle is NOT equipped with XM the display will immediately show “iPod” when you access the XM band. NOTE: If the iPod navigation menu is not displayed above the presets, press the CAT button Pac Pac Pac Pac .
Accessing the Auxiliary Input: Using the TUNE KNOB,(menu tabs must not be highlighted) turn the knob in either direction until the display reads “Select AUX In.” Press the SEEK ►▌button to go to the Auxiliary input. To return to the iPod, use the TUNE KNOB (menu tabs must not be highlighted) to scroll through menu options until “Select iPod” is displayed. Press the SEEK ►▌to return to iPod.
Browse by Album Press either of the preset buttons below the text “Albums” on the display to highlight the Album menu tab. Use the TUNE KNOB to scroll through the albums. To select the desired album press the SEEK ►▌button. The “Songs” tab on the menu will become highlighted. Use the TUNE KNOB to scroll through the songs and press the SEEK ►▌button to select the desired song. Once the song is selected, the SEEK ►▌and ▐◄ SEEK can be used to change the track up and down within the Artist selected.
Next Track Press the SEEK ►▌button to advance forward one track. Note: This function will not work when a menu tab above the presets is highlighted. XM Categories XM Categorie Back Previous Track Akinelle Playlists Press the ▐◄ SEEK buttonArtists to go backAndre one track. 3000 AUDIO NAV Avenged Seven Note: This function NAV will not workAlbums when a menu tab above the presets is highlighted. DEST Genre Avril Lavigne PAC Black eyed pea MENU 3.
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3.2b Advanced Mode Touch the “PAC” icon on the radio display, and then touch the “iPod Advanced” icon. The factory stereo radio buttons will now control the iPod, use of the click wheel controls will be disabled while using Advanced Mode. iPod text will now be displayed on the factory radio. To get to the Main Menu touch the “Back” icon, or press the AUDIO button. Browse by Artist Touch the “Artists” icon on the display.
AM FM XM Coming Soon AUX DISC : Browse by Genre Touch the “Genre” icon on the display. If necessary, use the and icons on the display located below the “Back” icon to scroll up and down the list of artists. Touch the icon with the name of the genre of music you wish to play. The first track will begin to play. To view the song title that is currently playing, touch the “Back” icon, or press the AUDIO button to display the Main Menu. The track information will be displayed below the “Main Menu” icon.
3.3 Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy No Power •Blown fuse in vehicle fuse block. •24-pin harness is not seated correctly into the iPAC-GM3 interface •Replace fuse with same amp rating. If the fuse blows again, call tech support. •Check cable and wiring connection. Green light not solid •The radio is not recognizing the interface •24-pin harness is not seated correctly into the iPAC-GM3 interface •Reinstall and verify if the correct harness was used. •Check cable and wiring connection.
Within the first 12 months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions above, Pacific Accessory Corporation will repair or replace the product at their discretion, if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to an Authorized Pacific Accessory Corporation’s Dealer, with PROOF OF PURCHASE from an authorized Pacific Accessory Corporation dealer. 4.2 Warning: This equipment may be reset by unintentional electrostatic discharge during operation.
