Volkswagen IPOD ADAPTER Introduction

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VOLKSWAGEN iPod ADAPTER OWNER’S 

MANUAL 

INTRODUCTION 

Precision Interface Electronics (PIE) has released a new line of VW iPod interfaces that allow you to interface 

your iPod or iPod Mini directly to the OEM (factory) radio in your Volkswagen Group Vehicle. Using this 

interface, the iPod will take the place of the VW CD Changer, noted you will see the difference in 

operations. The radio will be able to directly access your playlist (s), just like changing disc. If any playlist 

contain more than 100 tracks, the tracks will be divided into sub-folder of 100 tracks each. These folders are 

referred to as “BANKS”. 

The CD Changer function of the radio will be utilized to operate the iPod, allowing you to benefit from: 

1.  Direct connection of the iPod to VW vehicle audio system for optimum sound quality 

2.  Control iPod playback with the CD Changer buttons on the VW radio 

3.  Direct access  and control of up to 6 favorite playlist 

4.  Charges the iPod internal battery  

5.  Plug-n-play: includes installation cable,  interface and owner’s manual 

Note: If a Volkswagen CD Changer is present, you must disconnect it before installing this interface

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COMPATIBILITY 

Use with one of the following iPod models: 

iPod (G3/G4) , iPod Photo and iPod mini equipped with a dock connector. 

Note: The operation and functions of this interface described herein have only been confirmed with the 

following firmware versions (see apple.com/iPod for firmware updates*) 

iPod iPod 

Mini 

firmware v2.2 

firmware v1.1 

firmware v3.0 (G4) 

*control functions may not remain the same after updating the iPod with firmware not specified in this 

manual