AAMP of America iSimple Owner's Manual - 1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the iSimple
®
Media Gateway. The Media
Gateway is designed to provide endless hours of listening pleasure from
your factory radio. To ensure that your HD Radio tuner or iPod performs
correctly with your radio, we recommend that you read this
entire manual before attempting installation of the Media Gateway. The
Media Gateway allows connectivity for iPod and HD Radio (HDRT sold
separately), enabling full control of these devices from the factory installed
radio. It also retains original system features such as satellite radio and
rear seat entertainment (if equipped).
2. Precautions
UPDATING iPod FIRMWARE
For proper operation of the Media Gateway, your iPod must be updated
with the most recent version of firmware from Apple. This is done on your
computer. To update the software on the iPod go to: http://www.apple.
com/ipod/download/. Follow the directions on the website to complete the
download. There is no charge for this update.
PREVENTING DAMAGE TO YOUR VEHICLE OR iPod.
Some installations require you to make wiring connections. To eliminate the
risk of an electrical short, we recommend disconnecting the vehicle’s battery
prior to installation. If you do not feel comfortable making these connections,
we suggest you seek professional installation. We recommend that the iPod
be disconnected from the interface when the vehicle is not in use.
PROPER MOUNTING LOCATION
Securely install the interface in a location free from; heat, humidity, moving
parts, sharp metal edges or direct sunlight. We recommend securing
the interface to a suitable location using; double sided tape, Velcro
TM
or
zip-ties.
3. Compatibility Notes
Basic Mode – Available in all VW applications.
This mode offers basic control of the iPod (next track, previous track)
Also provides an auxiliary audio input
Basic Mode does not support HD Radio or Satellite Radio connectivity.