USA SPEC PA11-GM45 - iPod in-vehicle interface adapter Review
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
by Vera Smith
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(More customer reviews)try to back up and play the last song again, and it is troublesome.I starts the song after that, and occassionally jumps two or three back, when you try to back up one and it doesn't take it and then suddenly it succeeds too well.
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I lose my right channel fairly often when I hit a bump, or even when I don't.I now keep it accessible so I can jiggle it some to fix it.
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I also am getting some interference, which is caused by this unit--it comes and goes, but is not a issue when I use the radio.
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I've used it for 3-4 years now, and can't really complain about it.I would like to find something better which displays playlist names and artist/song information.\.
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For long trips this has been wonderful.
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The USA Spec iPod Interface Cable connects, controls, charges, and plays an iPod through the factory stereo system. Get pure Digital Sound of your iPod into your factory radio. Also adds optional auxiliary input to connect any standard portable stereo device plus iPod connection.
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USA SPEC PA11-HON2 - iPod in-vehicle interface adapter Review
Sunday, October 17, 2010
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(More customer reviews)I was a bit skeptical of this product but decided to take a chance on it.The installation was fairly easy on my wife's 2006 Honda Odyssey.The radio had to come out but that was easy and the USA Spec hooked up in the back with the correct plug.We've been using it for about 2 months and we are very pleased.The sound quality is perfect and it keeps the ipod charged.It also turns it on and off when you would expect (like when you turn off the car).Very nice.
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The USA Spec iPod Interface Cable connects, controls, charges, and plays an iPod through the factory stereo system of the vehicle. Get pure Digital Sound of your iPod into your factory radio. It also adds optional auxiliary input to connect any standard portable stereo device plus iPod connection.
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USA SPEC PA12-BMWDSP - iPod in-vehicle interface adapter Review
Friday, October 15, 2010
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(More customer reviews)It took all of about 10 minutes to install this in my 2000 BMW 540i.I didn't bother running the cord back into the passenger compartment.I just leave my iPod nano in the trunk.I set up 5 special playlists - BMW1, BMW2,... BMW5 on my nano and it works flawlessly.Even after switching from one playlist to another, it remembers where you were on the old playlist when you go back.Pretty cool.Sound is great.The only thing that sucks is that I didn't buy this 3 years ago when my CD player went kaput.
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The PA11-BMW iPod Interface Cable connects, controls, charges, and plays aniPod through the factory stereo system of your compatible 1996-2005 BMWand Mini Cooper factory radio with external Changer controls. This unitallows you to connect an iPod to your factory radio and operate the iPod justlike a CD Changer.Get pure Digital Sound of your iPod into your factory radio. Also adds anextra auxiliary input to connect any standard portable stereo device plus iPodconnection.Just connect the adapter cable to the CD changer input on your compatiblefactory radio. Then plug your iPod into the interfaceyou can control volume,source, song selection, and up to five different play lists right from theradio's CD changer controls. And the interface charges your iPod while it'sconnected!Features:Easy Installation - All cables are plug and play for easy installationAdds Additional Aux Input - Besides connecting to an iPod, our iPodinterface provides an additional aux input to connect other audio devicesSuperior Sound Quality - True digital quality sound through factory radioUses CD Changer Function - Uses the CD changer mode to operate an iPodjust like a CD ChangerAuto Maintain - Maintain current playlist when migrating your iPod fromportable use to in car useAuto Playlist Select - If no play list are created, the interface autoselects the first 5 playlist on your iPodRich in Features - adjust volume, track up/down, fast forward/rewind,select playlist, shuffle and random play are some of the useful featuresprovided by this interface, through a factory stereoAuto Memory - Auto locates the last song listened to on each play listAuto Skip - Skip 10+ songs in each playlist with the factory CD Changer FFbutton. Or, skip to the end of a playlistAuto Charge - Charges iPod battery and auto stops after 1 hour of non-useAuto Playlist Select - If no play list are creat NOTE: This product description has been cutt-off (is not complete) due to the size limit of Amazon.com's description field.
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USA SPEC PA11-HON2y - iPod to 2003-2006 Honda Factory Radio Interface w/ Auxiliary Audio input Review
Monday, October 11, 2010
by Vera Smith
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(More customer reviews)Prior to purchasing this, I had a Dension ice>Link which worked well for a while until I restarted the my car.To restore functionality, I had to pull a fuse out and plug it back in.I did this several times until eventually, it just died on me.
The USA Spec Adapter however gave me no such problems.It's very stable and works exactly as advertised.Installation in my 2005 Accord LX was fairly easy.The toughest part was plugging the socket under the radio without removing the cubby hole -- it's possible but you need small hands.
This is an excellent purchase.I'd recommend this product to anyone.
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The PA11-HON2y iPod Interface Cable connects, controls, charges, and plays aniPod through the factory stereo system of your compatible 2003 and upHonda or Acura factory radio with external Changer controls. This unitallows you to connect an iPod to your factory radio and operate the iPod justlike a CD Changer.Get pure Digital Sound of your iPod into your factory radio. Also adds anextra auxiliary input to connect any standard portable stereo device plus iPodconnection.Just connect the adapter cable to the CD changer input on your compatiblefactory radio. Then plug your iPod into the interfaceyou can control volume,source, song selection, and up to five different play lists right from theradio's CD changer controls. And the interface charges your iPod while it'sconnected!Features:Easy Installation - All cables are plug and play for easy installationAdds Additional Aux Input - Besides connecting to an iPod, our iPodinterface provides an additional aux input to connect other audio devicesSuperior Sound Quality - True digital quality sound through factory radioUses CD Changer Function - Uses the CD changer mode to operate an iPodjust like a CD ChangerAuto Maintain - Maintain current playlist when migrating your iPod fromportable use to in car useAuto Playlist Select - If no play list are created, the interface autoselects the first 5 playlist on your iPodRich in Features - adjust volume, track up/down, fast forward/rewind,select playlist, shuffle and random play are some of the useful featuresprovided by this interface, through a factory stereoAuto Memory - Auto locates the last song listened to on each play listAuto Skip - Skip 10+ songs in each playlist with the factory CD Changer FFbutton. Or, skip to the end of a playlistAuto Charge - Charges iPod battery and auto stops after 1 hour of non-useAuto Playlist Select - If no play list are create NOTE: This product description has been cutt-off (is not complete) due to the size limit of Amazon.com's description field.
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USA SPEC PA11-VETTE - iPod in-vehicle interface adapter Review
Sunday, October 10, 2010
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(More customer reviews)i bought this item to go in my 2006 stock equinox, and it's not compatible the plugs are differnt and don't fit!
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The PA11 series iPod interfaces provide direct connection for an iPod plus an optional audio source such as satellite radio, DVD, or video game system. Both the iPod and the additional audio source are selected from the factory radioâ??s front panel. The interface adapter connects the iPod to your factory radio as if it were a CD changer, allowing direct selection of iPod playlists through the radioâ??s preset (or disc) buttons and is compatible with iPod models featuring the dock connector, including the iPod nano and 5G iPod video. For XM ready or equipped radios, the PA11VETTE also displays artist/title information on the radio's front panel.
There are two operating modes available for the interface, Playlist Mode and Direct Mode. Playlist Mode uses the controls on the factory radio to provide basic navigation functions including song up/down, playlist up/down, repeat, shuffle, scan, and FF/REW functions. Direct Mode uses the iPod's click wheel to navigate through the iPod's menus and select songs, artists, playlists, etc. and the radio buttons are used only for volume, bass and treble. Both modes still charge the iPod while connected, and stops one hour after the iPod is paused to prevent over-charging.
Applications:
Chevrolet Corvette - 2005-2006
Chevrolet Equinox - 2005-2006
Chevrolet Uplander - 2005-2006
Cadillac SRX 2005-2006
Cadillac CTS - 2005-2006
NOTE: The PA11VETTE is only compatible with XM-ready or XM equipped vehicles.
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Brand New Usa Spec Pa15-gm Chevrolet, Gmc, Buick, and Cadillac Ipod/iphone Interface + Aux Input Review
Friday, October 8, 2010
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(More customer reviews)USA Spec iPod interface PA 15-GM
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This arrived a couple of days ago and I finally had the opportunity to install it today. This truly is a plug and play unit. My 2005 Cadillac Escalade factory sound system has an XM receiver which is located behind the glove box, so all I had to do to install this was drop the glove box down, unplug a connector, substitute a cable which inter-connects the USA Spec unit with the XM receiver and head unit and plug in the cable with the 32-pin connector that goes to the iPhone and I was done. Oh, there were 2 DIP switches on the unit I had to switch to "ON".
I'll have to play around with this a little more but am pretty happy with the operation. I would say this is a definite step up from what I was used to with my iPhone and iPod with my previous car, which was a cassette adapter plugged in the earphone jack and a charger plugged into the cigarette lighter.
As I have the XM module, the iPhone/iPod can be controlled in either Direct Mode from the the iPod itself or in Folder Mode, which accesses all of your Playlists, Artists, Albums or Songs, using the head unit or steering wheel controls. Volume is controlled with HU/SW controls in either mode. The Folder Modes are a little cumbersome as scrolling through the lists is tedious with button pushing, so I think it will be easier to use the Artists and Albums functions in the Direct Modes, however, Playlists are pretty easy to breeze through and I usually use Songs mode in random shuffle anyway. Searching for a single song is infinitely easier in Direct Mode on the iPhone itself. Artist, Album and Song are all displayed on the car radio RDS display while in any of the Folder modes.
Short of replacing the factory HU with a "designed for iPod" unit, I think this is the next best thing and much better than what I was using previously, and better than plugging into an AUX jack. BTW, this interface unit also has AUX jack for an alternate source, such as another MP3 player, DVD, etc.
I also picked up a Bracketron cradle that clips into one of the vents. I like the location where its sits and there's just the right amount of cable to pick up the iPhone for calling. I'm not sure I like the A/C blowing on the iPhone though, so I'll have to see how this works out and what other options I might have for a cradle and its location.
For the price, it seems like a good solution.
Almost forgot, there is one annoying aspect. When you first plug it into the iPhone (I have a 3GS and have yet to upgrade to v. 4.0) it displays a message that the attached device is not compatible, however, once you press "dismiss" to the message, it indicates charging and hence, compatibility.
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Brand New Usa Spec Pa15-GM Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, And Cadillac Ipod/Iphone Interface + Aux InputFeatures:IPOD interface to connect, control, charge and play an IPOD through a factory radioAll plug and play harnesses for easy installationAdds additional single stereo Aux input to hook up another audio deviceSong up/down Playlist/disc select, shuffle and random play features all control iPodAuto memory feature - Auto locates last song listened to on each play listAuto Skip 10+ songs in each play list with factory CD Changer FF buttonAuto skip to end of play list with factory CD Changer FF buttonAuto Maintain current play list when migrating from portable to in car useAuto Charge feature charges IPOD battery and auto stops after 1 hour of non useIn some vehicles if Vehicle has existing external CD Changer it must be disconnected.Auto Playlist Select - If no play list is created, Auto Selects first 5 play list on iPodWorks with iPhoneCables and connectors included !!!. .True Digital Quality sound through factory radio (unlike FM modulators)Factory Radio CD Changer buttons operates the iPod just like CD Changer or control iPod manually and access all your content.Use the Radio's CD Changer buttons to access and control up to 5 different mobile playlist. Song up, down, shuffle, random, etc.Access unlimited song per mobile play listUses CD Changer Port, if Vehicle has external CD Changer CD Changer may need to be disconnected.Simple package to buy, one box, includes all required cables for most applications!Displays artist names and song text on factory display
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Brand New Usa Spec Pa15-vette 2004-2010 Corvette, Chevrolet, and Cadillac Ipod/iphone Interface + Aux Input Review
Thursday, October 7, 2010
by Vera Smith
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(More customer reviews)I installed the PA15-VETTE in my 2005 Cadillac SRX (Factory Bose Radio, XM Activated, No Navigation). What a great product! Works as advertised. No cable cutting required, everything is plug and play with the factory system. Of course you have to spend some time taking apart various parts of the interior to run cables, etc - but totally worth it.
Let me just say as well that USA SPEC (The Manufacturer) has some of the BEST support I have ever encountered. The support is US based, and I never was on hold for more than a couple minutes. Initially I had some issues with noise on the XM Band after installing this kit. Although USA SPEC didn't have a fix up front, they were eventually able to make me a modified cable that solved the problem! Wow!
Here are some videos I made to help:
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Brand New Usa Spec Pa15-Vette 2004-2010 Corvette, Chevrolet, And Cadillac Ipod/Iphone Interface + Aux InputFeatures:IPOD interface to connect, control, charge and play an IPOD through a factory radioAll plug and play harnesses for easy installationAdds additional single stereo Aux input to hook up another audio deviceSong up/down Playlist/disc select, shuffle and random play features all control iPodAuto memory feature - Auto locates last song listened to on each play listAuto Skip 10+ songs in each play list with factory CD Changer FF buttonAuto skip to end of play list with factory CD Changer FF buttonAuto Maintain current play list when migrating from portable to in car useAuto Charge feature charges IPOD battery and auto stops after 1 hour of non useIn some vehicles if Vehicle has existing external CD Changer it must be disconnected.Auto Playlist Select - If no play list is created, Auto Selects first 5 play list on iPodWorks with iPhoneCables and connectors included !!!. .True Digital Quality sound through factory radio (unlike FM modulators)Factory Radio CD Changer buttons operates the iPod just like CD Changer or control iPod manually and access all your content.Use the Radio's CD Changer buttons to access and control up to 5 different mobile playlist. Song up, down, shuffle, random, etc.Access unlimited song per mobile play listUses CD Changer Port, if Vehicle has external CD Changer CD Changer may need to be disconnected.Simple package to buy, one box, includes all required cables for most applications!Displays artist names and song text on factory display
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