New iPod connection kit and optional HD radio plug-in available @ PFYC.com

[Redshift]

New Product Announcement - iPod interface and optional plug-in HD radio tuner

The iPAC-CHY is an iPod® adapter and Aux input all in one. This interface will charge the iPod and provide a R.A.P. output (1 amp MAX) for powering other devices. Limited control of the iPod® is available through the steering wheel controls (if available) or radio buttons. You also have full control from the iPod itself!

Requirements for using the iPAC-CHY:

One of the following radios must be installed in the vehicle RAK, REC or RAQ.
Also compatible with French/European model (REG).
If you have a VES system it must be disconnected.
This interface IS compatible with factory SAT radio.
This interface is not compatible with the REF , single CD radio, as it does not have the VES option available.


Application (vehicles fitting the above requirements):

2004-2007 Dodge Durango
2005-2007 Chrysler 300, Magnum, Dakota, Charger, Grand Cherokee, Commander
2006-2007 Dodge Caliber, Ram
2007 Chrysler Compass, PT Cruiser, Aspen, Patriot
2008 Dodge Caliber, Compass, Patriot, PT Cruiser, Ram


Does NOT charge the following iPods:

iPhone 3G
iTouch 2nd Generation
Nano 4th Generation (All aluminum)


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PAC iPod Connection Interface

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[odiHnaD]

If you're worried about charging a newer iPod (i.e. 3g iPhone, 2g iPod touch, late 2008 iPods) you can use one of these http://cablejive.com/iphone_3g_charge_converter.html

I have one in my charger for my iPhone 3G and they work great.

[sublime195]

^^^^^^So if I have the mopar integration kit and a 4th gen. nano this is the part I need???

[Vanilla Gorilla]

Theres no possible way to hook up my Ipod to my REF radio.... oh well, Avic 900BT here I come! lol

[odiHnaD]

^^^^^^So if I have the mopar integration kit and a 4th gen. nano this is the part I need???

The iPod integration kit (part#82209617AD) for the '06/07 models charges via USB, you will not need the adapter.

I just found that out this past weekend when I installed the iPod kit in my buddies '06 R/T. :bigthumb:

[odiHnaD]

Theres no possible way to hook up my Ipod to my REF radio.... oh well, Avic 900BT here I come! lol

The Mopar iPod integration kit (http://www.mopar-accessories.com/en-US/Dodge/2006/Charger/partlist.aspx?DivisionId=2&Year=2006&VehicleId=27&CategoryId=1001&GroupId=2082&SubGroupId=3334) is compatible with your REF radio, it's a little pricey retail but you can get it for less if you shop around a bit, only downside of the mopar kit is you lose your Sirius presets anytime you use it w/your iPod.

[Vanilla Gorilla]

The Mopar iPod integration kit (http://www.mopar-accessories.com/en-US/Dodge/2006/Charger/partlist.aspx?DivisionId=2&Year=2006&VehicleId=27&CategoryId=1001&GroupId=2082&SubGroupId=3334) is compatible with your REF radio, it's a little pricey retail but you can get it for less if you shop around a bit, only downside of the mopar kit is you lose your Sirius presets anytime you use it w/your iPod.

Nice to know bro... Does it work with the 2nd gen Touch? Also rumor has it, it has been discontinued??

[odiHnaD]

Nice to know bro... Does it work with the 2nd gen Touch? Also rumor has it, it has been discontinued??

It works with my iPhone 3G which has very similar hardware and the same software, I would say there's a 99% chance that the 2g Touch will work just fine.

I hadn't heard that it was being discontinued...

[sublime195]

It works with my iPhone 3G which has very similar hardware and the same software, I would say there's a 99% chance that the 2g Touch will work just fine.

I hadn't heard that it was being discontinued...

So let me see if I got this right. AB is the FM one. AC is the first one that was announced by Chrysler/Apple. ( The one that alot of people bought right away.) So their Ipods worked great until they bought an Ipod that charges via USB only. And then Chrysler responded by producing part AD??? I'm sorry if this has been covered before, but I just got an Ipod Nano 4th gen. (all alluminum) for xmas 2008 so I'm just learning all of this stuff in the past few days. Right after I learned the integration kit was discontinued.......

http://www.lxforums.com/board/showthread.php?t=153951

Thank you for the input.

[Bigphil]

im glad there is a cheaper alternative finally. im trying to get some bass in the car first but after i get some more mod money im definitely getting this so i can eliminate my damned fm tuner.

[odiHnaD]

So let me see if I got this right. AB is the FM one. AC is the first one that was announced by Chrysler/Apple. ( The one that alot of people bought right away.) So their Ipods worked great until they bought an Ipod that charges via USB only. And then Chrysler responded by producing part AD??? I'm sorry if this has been covered before, but I just got an Ipod Nano 4th gen. (all alluminum) for xmas 2008 so I'm just learning all of this stuff in the past few days. Right after I learned the integration kit was discontinued.......

http://www.lxforums.com/board/showthread.php?t=153951

Thank you for the input.

That sounds about right, I guess charging via USB was added in the "AD" revision of the product.

It's a real shame they're discountinuing it, hopefully there will be a new kit to take it's place (maybe one that doesn't erase Sirius presets?).

[sublime195]

Got the integration hooked up on Friday and it works great with my new Nano.

[odiHnaD]

Got the integration hooked up on Friday and it works great with my new Nano.

Glad to hear it worked out for you :bigthumb:

[johnnylaw]

looking to purchase this item for my car.

question does the HD option work for the factory radio?

thanks..

[Redshift]

looking to purchase this item for my car.

question does the HD option work for the factory radio?

thanks..

The optional HD plug-in is a separate unit that is independent of the factory radio. You'd access it through the iPod interface and not the factory radio but yes, you can get the HD plug in if the iPod interface will fit your radio and get HD stations.

[johnnylaw]

i have an 07 daytona with the 6cd/cassette/sat radio

my question before i purchase the item is how does this
ipod connection work?

is it a fm transmitter? will i lose my sat presets?

is this like the mopar integration system?

thanks

jlaw..

[Redshift]

i have an 07 daytona with the 6cd/cassette/sat radio

my question before i purchase the item is how does this
ipod connection work?

is it a fm transmitter? will i lose my sat presets?

is this like the mopar integration system?

thanks

jlaw..

Hi:

NO! It's NOT an FM transmitter. Those are lame. This is a direct connection so you get full digital quality with no loss. You won't lose your presets on your radio. I'm not familiar with the Mopar system but I am sure this is quite similar.

[solfanboy]

New Product Announcement - iPod interface and optional plug-in HD radio tuner

The iPAC-CHY is an iPod® adapter and Aux input all in one. This interface will charge the iPod and provide a R.A.P. output (1 amp MAX) for powering other devices. Limited control of the iPod® is available through the steering wheel controls (if available) or radio buttons. You also have full control from the iPod itself!

Requirements for using the iPAC-CHY:

One of the following radios must be installed in the vehicle RAK, REC or RAQ.
Also compatible with French/European model (REG).
If you have a VES system it must be disconnected.
This interface IS compatible with factory SAT radio.
This interface is not compatible with the REF , single CD radio, as it does not have the VES option available.


Application (vehicles fitting the above requirements):

2004-2007 Dodge Durango
2005-2007 Chrysler 300, Magnum, Dakota, Charger, Grand Cherokee, Commander
2006-2007 Dodge Caliber, Ram
2007 Chrysler Compass, PT Cruiser, Aspen, Patriot
2008 Dodge Caliber, Compass, Patriot, PT Cruiser, Ram


Does NOT charge the following iPods:

iPhone 3G
iTouch 2nd Generation
Nano 4th Generation (All aluminum)


Click the photo to go directly to the ordering and information page.

PAC iPod Connection Interface

http://www.pfyc.com/mm5/graphics/new/lx8001.jpg (http://www.pfyc.com/pc/LX8001/DCNEW/PAC+iPod+Connection+Interface+-+Dodge%2C+Chrysler.html?a_aid=afdc)

---------------


To see a full listing of our brand new items, please click here (http://www.pfyc.com/c/DCNEW/What%27s+New.html?a_aid=afdc).
To see a full line-up of our current sales and specials, please click here (http://www.pfyc.com/c/DCSPEC/Current+Specials.html?a_aid=afdc).


Just fitted this and it works great. One question though, when the radio and ignition is turned off the ipod seems to stay on forever, just paused. Is this how it should work?

[Redshift]

Just fitted this and it works great. One question though, when the radio and ignition is turned off the ipod seems to stay on forever, just paused. Is this how it should work?

I'm not 100% sure, but if you are worried about your battery, don't worry - the iPod uses very little current to charge and won't really make a noticeable difference in your battery's charge.

[bob1459]

Just fitted this and it works great. One question though, when the radio and ignition is turned off the ipod seems to stay on forever, just paused. Is this how it should work?

Hey solfanboy,
Was anything shown on your screen?? I hear the MOPAR version untilizes the screen so you can see whats on the iPOD.

[solfanboy]

I'm not 100% sure, but if you are worried about your battery, don't worry - the iPod uses very little current to charge and won't really make a noticeable difference in your battery's charge.

It's not the battery that concerns me it is the fact that the Ipod remains powered on and may therefore affect the Hard Drive life adversely.

[solfanboy]

Hey solfanboy,
Was anything shown on your screen?? I hear the MOPAR version untilizes the screen so you can see whats on the iPOD.

No info is displayed on the radio screen with this unit.

[Redshift]

It's not the battery that concerns me it is the fact that the Ipod remains powered on and may therefore affect the Hard Drive life adversely.

Once an iPod is paused, it shuts itself off after a certain amount of time. I forget if it's 1 or 2 minutes, but if you wait - it should shut off :)

[solfanboy]

Once an iPod is paused, it shuts itself off after a certain amount of time. I forget if it's 1 or 2 minutes, but if you wait - it should shut off :)

I am using an Ipod Video 5th gen and it seems to stay on while conneted to the interface.

[Redshift]

I am using an Ipod Video 5th gen and it seems to stay on while conneted to the interface.

But you said it paused. How long after it pauses have you waited to see if it turns off or not? I wonder if Apple changed the design and the unit won't automatically shut off when paused like all the earlier ones do (including all the ones we have here)?

[solfanboy]

But you said it paused. How long after it pauses have you waited to see if it turns off or not? I wonder if Apple changed the design and the unit won't automatically shut off when paused like all the earlier ones do (including all the ones we have here)?

I left it for at least an hour and it was still illuminated and in pause mode when I returned to the car.

[bob1459]

I left it for at least an hour and it was still illuminated and in pause mode when I returned to the car.

Do you have the version 1.3 firmware?? I know that there was something with battery usage updated with this upgrade from itunes. Maybe when it is plugged into something that provides constant power it thinks it in a "docking station" of some sort. Can you change the wire that is hooked to the battery and put it into an ignition switched source. Not to sure if this is done like older cars since it is a CAN system. Been out of the audio industry for some time. If you can't, just for a test..disconnect the hot wire and see if shuts off after a few minutes. If it does, maybe PAC can update their instructions on how to hook up a switched source.

[Redshift]

I left it for at least an hour and it was still illuminated and in pause mode when I returned to the car.

It sounds to me like Apple changed something (or check your iPod's settings perhaps). The unit itself has no way to command the iPod to turn off, only play, pause, skip, etc. I would be willing to wager that this same behavior would occur with the factory iPod kit if it happens with the PAC kit.

[solfanboy]

It sounds to me like Apple changed something (or check your iPod's settings perhaps). The unit itself has no way to command the iPod to turn off, only play, pause, skip, etc. I would be willing to wager that this same behavior would occur with the factory iPod kit if it happens with the PAC kit.

My mistake. I was leaving the car and returning later to check if the iPod was still on. The iPod does shut off after a short time but when one opens the door or uses the remote unlock it powers on again.

[bob1459]

My mistake. I was leaving the car and returning later to check if the iPod was still on. The iPod does shut off after a short time but when one opens the door or uses the remote unlock it powers on again.

So it looks like the unit is hooked up to the interior lighting power which leads me to believe that you can hook this unit to a switched source ot just leave it.

[solfanboy]

So it looks like the unit is hooked up to the interior lighting power which leads me to believe that you can hook this unit to a switched source ot just leave it.

I simply attached it to the harness going to the radio using the male/female connectors supplied as per instructions. I think I will leave it as it is.