Ultimate iPod adaptor and 10Min install

[vlxjim]

I just finished installing the American International Neucleus NC-X2i in my 2006 H2. After much research I found this little gem that you could install in less than 10 minutes. With full Text and iPod function over the iPod using the radio and steering wheel controls. There are no special labels that you need for the play list like on other units out there you can also use the iPods controls as well. This is not some poor quality RF solution either. This is a high sound quality wired in pre amp level adapter. As a bonus you also get an auxiliary input that you can hook up your DVD sound to or other pre amp source to.

This write up will show the installation on a H2 with Nav and XM. This install is the same for the single and 6 disk in dash as well. Read the install instructions that come with the Neucleus NC-X2i and the NC-GM32T harness. I have no affiliation with American International and I?m sharing the install experience that I had. Do this at your own risk.

The only parts that you well need are the Neucleus NC-X2i and the NC-GM32T harness. You will also need a few zip ties.
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I will now go into the details of this quick install. You will need only one tool for this a 9/32 socket to remove the three screws at the bottom of the glove box. Start out by removing the three screws at the bottom of the glove box. You will find the XM unit right behind the glove box.
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Here is the XM unit. You need to remove the top plug buy first pulling out the blue clip about 1/8?on the plug and then push the little locking lever down while pulling the plug out.

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Using the NC-GM32T harness, take the plug that you just removed from the XM unit and plug it into the harness. Now plug the harness into the XM unit.
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It should now look like this.
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What I did was wrap the Neucleus NC-X2i in a piece of foam like this.
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Next plug the Neucleus NC-X2i into the harness. Route the iPod cord to were you want the iPod to be. I mounted my iPod in the left side of the glove box you may want it to be somewhere else. Now plug the iPod cord into the Neucleus NC-X2iIt will look something like this.
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Now tuck the Neucleus NC-X2i and its cords away like this. IMPORTANT turn on your radio but don?t touch the radio controls for a few minutes while the radio learns the Neucleus NC-X2i.
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While your waiting reinstall the glove box. Plug in your iPod.
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That is all that there is to it. By using the preset button #1 you can now toggle between iPod, Aux in and XM mode.
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I used three different iPods a 15gig 3G, 60 gig 5G video and a 4gig Nano. They all worked well I did note that the older 3G was a little slower (a small delay when changing songs using the radios controls) than the two newer iPods. I did talk to American Internationals customer service and they were a very helpful and knew there product. I don?t think that there is a better solution at this time for this application. I will be posting update to this as needed.

As far as I know this is the same install for most GM SUV?s and trucks.

I hope this has helped some of you H2 owners.:)

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[genob]

nice post! i've been debating on which of the "several" units out there i was going to use...

i'm ordering my NC-X2i today for my h2.

geno

[Cesardajr]

One question does the adapter unit charge your ipod while you use it also?
Thanks
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[vlxjim]

Yes it does charge your iPod and turns off after about 20 min. when you remove your key and open yor door.

[Gunzz]

That was a great review on your install. Although mine has already been done (through an installer) it is nice to learn more information. I now know where the original XM box is located etc.... Great pics too.

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[MovinH2]

I have a Nav, but no XM unit. Will it still work?

[dochummer]

Cost of the unit? And, if you don't have XM, is the module still there?

[vlxjim]

Genob, Gunzz,
Thanks, I hope it helps out. When I was first looking to see what was out there I found others products that would work but there install required a relay if you wanted to keep your XM or you needed to cut into you factory wiring harness. This product made since.

As far as not having XM, there is a harness for that application as well the part # for that is NC-GM31T but I believe that the installation is different. I think that you need to get behind the head unit to plug it in. But I’m not sure.

As far as cost I have found them for $150 - $200 just make sure that you get it from a dealer that keeps newer stock so you get the more updated firmware in the unit. I found some dealers that had older units in stock. You might tell your dealer to order you a new one.

I will try to put a list of dealers that are good to go with that have current stock. I will see if A.I. can get me a few names.

[hummer.dad]

I would be interested in getting one of these. I've been waiting for a good alternative to the DLO transpod. If you get a list of dealers please post.

[vlxjim]

A.I. has advised me that the best place to get them online is at:

http://www.logjamelectronics.com/neucncx2i.html

For $189

But this dealer always has the latest firmware.

I drove out to A.I. today (120mi) to get my unit updated with the latest firmware. It was worth it the new update is much better and fastest, there is better and more info on screen. The guys at A.I. were a great help.If you need help give Victor or Keith a call at there tech support.

http://www.americaninternational.net/pagedetails.asp?SubCatID=70

[Sportsdude]

Nice write up, thanks:beerchug: Where can I get the foam from? Does the IPOD video show on the nav? Does it interfer with Onstar?

[vlxjim]

The foam that I used I had lying around my shop. You can get a piece of hi density foam from an upholstery shop. The video would work if I put in the video input kit for the nav. It works with the rear seat monitors. I will be moving the iPod to the center console. One nice thing about the adapter is that you can toggle between iPod controls and head unit controls right on the head unit. I've had no problems with the OnStar.

[hummer.dad]

How do you flip through the songs on your IPOD? Can you pick by artist or album on the Nav screen? Are you only able to pick playlists? Just curious how the controls work.

[vlxjim]

Can you pick by artist or album on the Nav screen?"


Yes you can pick artist or album + more using the Nav screen.

[LV_H2]

Is there a limit to the number of albums/artists/playlists that can be viewed? I had heard that most of the earlier kits had a flaw which limited the number of items to 32.

Thanks for the info and the pics.

[vlxjim]

I have found no limit. I do know that the newer firmware fix all the problem that I had found. My firmware was about a year old and 8-10 ver. old as far as firmware. I was told that all bugs were fixed and the last few updates were for fixes for the new Vett.

[KrazyMedicRN]

I Found It on eBay for $159 here is the link for the ultimate ipod adapter (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150090292296&fromMakeTrack=true)

[Powerfiend]

Very cool post, you really hit the need there. I want to buy one, but want to make sure I get one with the right firmware updates. Is there a certain ver # I should look for? Is the one on ebay the right version?

[LV_H2]

Are you able to listen to iPod music and run the navigation system at the same time?

[vlxjim]

I was told by A.I. that the only online dealer that they support is the one that I posted earlier. I got mine from an online dealer that was not supported. I was going to return it but A.I. knew that I was going to write up my install and they said not to return it and they would hook me up with the newer firmware. I forgot to mention that I bought one from two different online dealers both sold me very old versions. And that is why A.I. won’t support them. Apparently when a distributor goes out of business the stock sit around and get sold off at cents on the dollar. And we get to find all these great bargains. Not so great if you were me getting two Ver.4-55-008, when the new version is 5-30-00. A lot of bugs were fixed in that time frame. So I would say buy from other online dealers at you own risk. It also good to know that the last few update were made for the new vetts so if you find one in the VER 5.0 range there just as good.


Yes you can use the Nav and the iPod at the same time. And if your on your Nav screen and the song changes or you change the song a small banner pops up and shows you the artist, song and track number.
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[LV_H2]

Thanks for the info.

I spoke with A.I. today, and they confirmed: you need version 5.3 or higher. They do put a label on the unit showing the version, although it may not be visible until you open the package.

I agree with you, bargain hunting, and possibly ending up with an older firmware version, is NOT the way to go.

I have 2 units on the way with the latest firmware.

[kodiakz]

We just installed a couple of these today @ local chevy dealer and they do work well. If you don't have xm, the readio will need to come out to access that plug. No video output on this unit.

[Sportsdude]

We just installed a couple of these today @ local chevy dealer and they do work well. If you don't have xm, the readio will need to come out to access that plug. No video output on this unit.

Video output for the IPOD video would be nice addition.

[H2bill]

Nice write up. I haven't checked out their web site yet, but do you know offhand if it would work with a Panasonic Z1 Nav unit?

[LV_H2]

I just installed the Nucleus NC-X2i last night in my 2007 H2 (NAV/XM). Thanks to vlxjim, it was a breeze. It took me 15 minutes (as I was working in the garage at night).

Review:

1) The sound is perfect for the music, however, I am getting a lot of backround "white noise" when using Onstar. I will be calling AI today for advice.

2) The iPod is fully controllable via the NAV screen, but "scrolling" is a bit tedious as it is slower to scroll than on the native iPod. But again, fully functional!

3) The Nucleus unit that I got (sealed package) had instructions for installation, but no instructions for use. In doing some research, I realized that this is essentially the same unit at the Peripheral PXDPGMT and the website at www.peripheralelectronics.com had a downloadable instruction manual.

4) Controlling the unit via the NAV screen is a bit confusing, because you are using the six XM preset buttons (which may have labels of preset XM stations), but you are using them as Button #1/#2/#3/#4/#5/#6 and you need to memorize what function each button has. Having said that, it's not rocket science and once you memorize what each button does, you can fully control the ipod.

5) Best of all, it is a quick installation and no damage to the original wiring. Thus if you have a problem or don't like it, or a better solution comes along in the future, you will be able to uninstall or switch out in a breeze.

6) I did not use vlxjim's foam and wrap method. I was able to securely tuck the ipod adapter unit and wiring into the plastic housing BELOW the glovebox.

Thanks again vlxjim.

[LV_H2]

Correction:

The instructions for the Nucleus unit WERE included. They were in the package for the HARNESS (not the package with the actual unit).

I just found them.

[vlxjim]

"Nice write up. I haven't checked out their web site yet, but do you know offhand if it would work with a Panasonic Z1 Nav unit?"

It will only work with OEM radios. :(

LV H2,

Congrats on the install I think that you may be the first confirmed install that used this post.:clapping: :beerchug: :clapping:

What iPod did you use? As I said before some iPod were faster than others. I was not going to leave my 60gig 5G video ipod in the H2. So I got a 30gig 5G video iPod for the H2 now and it is much faster than my older 15gig 3G iPod. The Nano was fast to but its only 4gig. There not as fast as the iPods controls but as fast if not faster than a cd changer. That was my goal to have music and nav at the same time. And the iPod was a better way to go over the cd changer. I may move the iPod to the center console so I can better use of the manual mode.

"The instructions for the Nucleus unit WERE included. They were in the package for the HARNESS (not the package with the actual unit)."

They include the instruction with the harness because the harness determines what car and radio you need instruction for.

Great find on the Peripheral PXDPGMT it looks to be the same as the X2i. A good second source.

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[LV_H2]

I am using a 30Gig iPod that I have dedicated for use in the H2. I wonder if the "scroll speed" is related to the iPod capacity, or just the iPod used space.

I gather from the fact that you are going to move the iPod from glove box to center console that the on screen (NAV) scrolling is not exactly to your liking either. I will probably move to the center console as well. All in all though, a very good solution to those who want iPod integration on the H2.

I still do have the issue with increased "white noise" on the Onstar system. I spoke with A.I. today and he recommended tryng the extra harness piece included for those with CD changers or factory installed rear entertainment. This extra harness piece functions to reduct noise for those 2 circumstances. I will try it for the Onstar noise.

[vlxjim]

Is your 30 gig iPod a new 5G or the old style? It makes a difference. I?m fine with the speed of the Nav controls. I can tell you that the older firmware and the older iPod it was slow, with the new firmware the older iPod is faster and the newer iPods less than 1 1/2 years old are faster yet.

I would some times like to use the iPod controls, I do have about 8.5 gigs of music and 18gigs of videos and the iPod plugs in to my DVD rear ent. system. So I will be able to start and fast forward movies and look at the iPod display to.

The extra harness was for applications that had a CD changer.
But I was told that the extra harness would also help with the noise if I had any. So far I have no noise. Let me know if that extra harness helps out any. Also see if it lowers the sound quality of the iPod any. You might try to move the X2i around it could be picking up some interference from something close by. The data wire on these dam GM?s are not shielded.

Good luck. :beerchug:

[LV_H2]

30 GB iPod is brand new.

I had the same idea of moving the iPod adapter around a bit to see if I could get rid of the Onstar interference. Maybe I will switch over to your foam and wrap technique :)

If not, I will try the extra harness adapter.

Take Care.:beerchug:

[hummer.dad]

I'm real close to purchasing one of these. I have a 5g 60GB Ipod that is almost full of music. Will I be able to browse by artist fairly easily/quickly? Is there a delay between each artist? Just wondering how long it would take me to browse through 50 or so artists. Don't want to spend $200 if I can't easily select my music. I usually browse by artist and then pick from there. Any insight you guys can give me would be appreciated.

[vlxjim]

It browses artist find at about 1/4 to 1/2 sec per click of the knob. You can still use the iPod controls as well which is faster you can zip through long list with the Ipod controls. And once you get there you can use the radio controls. Or you can do what I did which is make up four play list that split up artist like (Artist 0-H / Artist I-P) and so on. It makes it much easer to go through.

Hope this helps.

[hummer.dad]

Thanks for the quick reply. That is a good idea about creating playlists dividing the letters. I'm going to move forward and order one of these this week. Thanks for all the info.

[md_sailor]

I'm curious as to why you did not put install the unit in place of the CD changer? I have a usaSpec that plugs into the changer cable and brings the Ipod up on the nav screen as the CD Changer with 6 99 song play lists. Will this unit install in the changer position instead of messing with my XM?

[vlxjim]

“I'm curious as to why you did not put install the unit in place of the CD changer? I have a usaSpec that plugs into the changer cable and brings the Ipod up on the nav screen as the CD Changer with 6 99 song play lists. Will this unit install in the changer position instead of messing with my XM?”

USASpec was the one that I first looked at but it did not offer the same advantage that the X2i offers. First anyone can install it and it only takes 10 min. Second you do not have to cut the stock wiring harness if you have stock XM. Third it does more than the USAspec there is no need for switches. The X2i gives you full Nav control of the iPod with the push of a button full front of your iPod control. There is NO LIMIT on the number or name of the play list and as many song as you what. I have 22 play list most with well over 100 songs and a few with over 1000 songs. And the X2i has no problem playing them, displaying the name of the play list, artist, song and track number. You can select the XM, Ipod or AUX input and the nav display show which mode your in. I can still use a CD changer as well.

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[LV_H2]

Absolutely! A much better unit when it comes to functionality and no cutting/splicing of any wires. You can remove the unit in 5 minutes, or replace it in the future.

In fact, after installation of my unit, I was hearing more backround "white noise" using Onstar. I removed the unit, going back to the original configuration of the truck. Turns out my new H2 just has slightly more backround noise with Onstar than my 2004 or 2005 H2. It had nothing to do with the Nucleus unit. I have re-installed the Nucleus X2i.

I would like to move the location fron the glovebox to the center console, as this would allow you to use manual (control via the iPod) or automatic (control via the NAV screen) modes. I removed the center console insert, but I couldn't get the ipod adapter wire threaded through the rest of the center console easily. It can be done, I just didn't have a fish tape or other threading device handy and I was pressed for time.

In answer to hummer.dad, I think this is the best unit out there and the install and sound are great. I still find scrolling from the iPod to be a better interface than scrolling via the NAV screen. Even manually scrolling from the iPod beats fumbling around for the next CD, plus you can have your whole music library in the palm of your hand. Overall, I am very happy with the unit.

[vlxjim]

:jump: :iagree: :iagree: :iagree: :jump:

[md_sailor]

Thanks guys, I was not knocking the unit or trying to start trouble? The unit I have from usaSpec required no cutting or splicing It came with a harness that plugged in line with the existing stereo harness, and a Coax runs from there to the usaspec adapter. In fact I can plug this cord into the adapter or CdChanger and the head unit does not know the difference? With my Ipod I push the CD button on the Touch Nav unit and my Ipod comes on. Do any of you know if this unit can be installed in the same way? i.e. in place of the CD Changer and retain all its features that are superior to the usaSpec unit? I'm going to call the manufacturer tomorrow. :beerchug:

[prplprowlr]

I received my unit today from Logjam Electronics( i guess i can say the name), Install took me about 15 minutes and i find that it works great so far. I only had 10 minutes after install to play with it but the major issue i found is not with the unit but that I have so many songs it takes forever to scroll through them all. Somebody mentioned here earlier that it would be better to make playlists and I agree 100%. As far as the scroll speed that was mentioned earlier in the post I have no problem at all and scrolls just fine I used a 30gig video ipod. The sound is awesome and sounds better than the radio itself and I am definetly not a stereo person but this was simple plug and play and I found it was worth every penny so far to have all my songs at my fingertips and not have any wires or an adapter plugged into the cigarette lighter. Thanks for posting this as I am sure I would have never done this without your post.
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[LV_H2]

Congratulations on the install :)

I think the unit works great and sounds great too. I also agree on the scrolling, even though it is all up there on the NAV screen to see and to scroll through, the original iPod scrolling is better. (I guess that's why they sold a zillion iPods!).

I will be moving mine from glove box to center console so that I can scroll for albums on the iPod (in manual mode), then switch to auto mode a view/scroll from the Nav screen for minor scrolling between songs.

Thanks again to vlxjim for showing us the install. :beerchug:

[vlxjim]

Thanks,:beerchug:


I’m glad this is all working out. And yes play list are a must. For me I have ALT, TECH, 80’s, 90’s, 2000, Reggae, Slow And Country I’m going to become a dad in the next week or so, so it looks like I'll be adding Kid’s to the list to, I also have four play lists that I break up the artist into so its easer to search for artist.

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[JoeHummer]

Great post. I think even i could install that. So, I just ordered one.

However, how do you switch between the ipod, XM and AUX using the screen or the steering wheel? Not sure how that works.

Thanks for this great product.
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[LV_H2]

The Nucleus iPod Adapter "shares" the XM1 band. You will use the "band" button to select AM/FM/XM etc as usual. When you select XM1, the first (#1) preset button then becomes a "toggle" button to let you select XM, iPod, or Aux.

The unit works great, but there is a small learning curve. The key is to understand that your six "preset" buttons now have a "function". The instruction manual for the Nucleaus refers to them as Button #1, Button#2, etc. It is not too difficult to learn.

The only confusion is what these preset buttons are labelled. If you use XM and have used these six buttons for preset stations, then they will be labelled as the XM station, EVEN WHEN USING THE ipod adapter. You just need to know that they are Button #1 thru button#6.

I took the opposite approach. I don't care to see the station label for my preset XM stations, instead I have the buttons labelled for the Nucleus iPod functions. The "trick" was to import a CD into iTunes that I didn't need, then CHANGE THE SONG NAME FOR SIX OF THEM. I named
the "songs": "iPod/XM/AUX", "BLANK#2","R_SCROLL","F_SCROLL","SELECT" and "CHOICES". When "playing" this album thru the iPod adapater, I played each of those "songs" and then pressed and held the preset buttons. They are now labelled appropriately for the Ipod adpater functions!

Good Luck and have fun. I think it is the best unit out there. Not perfect, but worth it.

[Tex_h2]

How does this adapter work with the 04 Nav screen without XM.....I've been reading and reading, it says you need a "band" button...

[LV_H2]

Not sure. You can call American International/Nucleus and talk to their tech department: www.americaninternational.net :)

[hummer.dad]

I just received mine from logjam. The outside of the package says rev.5.03. Is this the correct rev? Is this what everyone else was shipped from logjam? One post said re 5.3 or higher, did they really mean 5.03 or higher? Just want to make sure B4 installing.

[LV_H2]

Yes. Version 5.03 is the one that I have on the unit that I just installed and it works fine.

[JoeHummer]

I received ver 5.03 as well. The install was just like posted. No problems. My only problem was that I don't understand the controlls and I don't see the song titles, albums and artists.

Is my iPod the problem or did I not wait on the hand shake? I waited a minute or more to do the hand shake befor making the change to the iPod.

Sound is good and I am otherwise happy with the product. Some of the steering wheel controls work, like seek.

Let me know if I missed something on the labels.

Thanks.

[LV_H2]

Here is a link to the instruction manual for the peripheral electronics unit. It is identical to the Nucleus.

http://peripheralelectronics.com/periph_products/Instructions/PXDPGMT_Instructions.pdf

If you have a NAV screen, here is what you need to do:

First, the "preset station" buttons are used for functions and will be referrred to as Button #1 thru Button #6.

I assume you have figured out that button #1 toggles between ipod, XM, and aux and that you are able to select ipod/nucleus and hear the ipod music.

The next button to use is #6. It will toggle between playlist mode, album mode, artist mode, and finally a mode labelled "4 to NAV ipod". If you press the #4 preset button, you will now be in Advanced Mode and control the ipod from the NAV screen and see the title and artist.

To go back to manual mode/ipod control: hit button #6 until "5 to manual" is displayed. At that point hit preset #5 and you will manually control the music from the ipod, but lose the ability to see title and artist.

Hope this helps.

[vlxjim]

LV-H2,

Thank for helping out with the info. My Wife and I just had a baby Boy. :jump: So I have been super busy. Keep up the good work.:beerchug:

[LV_H2]

Congratulations on your baby!:beerchug:

Did you get him a new "nano"?:excited:

I made some upgrades to the ipod set-up and moved the ipod to the center console. Running the adapter cable from glove box to center console was NOT easy. I used a fish tape and trial and error. Finally running a wire from center console to a "break" in the panelling along the left leg area of the passenger side, then on to the glove box. No pictures and no advice as it was more will then style getting it there!

Having said that, it now allows easy manual use of the ipod for selecting albums/playlists/etc. Then I switch to auto mode so that the songs title and artist are visible on the NAV screen.

Congrats again on the new baby!

[JoeHummer]

VLXJIM - Hey, Congrats on the new arrival.:jump:

Getting any sleep?

LV_H2 - Thanks for the new link. That is the information that should have come with the package. I now know what to do.

Thanks again to all for the great product and Tech Support.

What a great group.

[hummer.dad]

I now have mine installed and love it. Not only is the sound cd quality, but you can turn it up loud. With the DLO transpod I would have the volume up all the way and alot of songs were not very loud. I changed the preset names as described in this thread and changed how my songs are organized on the ipod. I have a 60GB with about 50 filled with music. Definitley needed to reorganize playlists to allow faster browsing using the NAV screen. I did try hooking a portable DVD player to the AUX. It works but has a very loud hum. Called tech support and they recommend a ground loop isolator from Radio Shack. Hooked it up last night and still have the loud hum. It must be the power interference making it's way to the stereo. I've gone back to using the DLO transpod for the portable DVD player in the backseat and unhooked the AUX in. Anybody have any other ideas on why the DVD had so much noise? I would like to run it through the AUX in but can't stand the constant hum.

[carlosb2005]

Hi guys I am really in need of help about this topic....when I got my Hummer I order it with the Nav System but with out XM ( I guess this means that the xm modulator is not there...correct me if I am wrong). I am dying to listen to my IPOD through the Hummers premium sound system. I know the nucleus adapter works with out the XM and I should just get a different harness with it. My concern is that since i need to order a different part, is the installation more difficult?? will I have to cut wires and do stuff like that??. Has anyone installed the adapter that didnt have XM???...My hummer is a lease so obviously i have to give it back the way they have it to me and if i have to cut wires then i guess ill have to use an fm modulator which i don't want...i want the best possible sound that I can get....can anyone give me any suggestions/tips?.....please??? thanks

[vlxjim]

All you need is the other harness. But you do need to remove the radio. The other harness plugs into the back of the nav radio and there?s no wires to cut. Takes about an hour and a half to install.
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[LV_H2]

Am I correct that getting to the back of the radio is a Dashboard Removal type of job with a much higher level of difficulty that the GloveBox Removal 10 min install?

[carlosb2005]

All you need is the other harness. But you do need to remove the radio. The other harness plugs into the back of the nav radio and there?s no wires to cut. Takes about an hour and a half to install.
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Thank You very much for the response, do you know if removing the radio is an easy process?? I am guessing that it is difficult since it takes an hour and a half compared to 10 minutes if i had xm...Are there any features that I will be losing since I dont have XM?....

[carlosb2005]

Actually the ebay link has instructions on what to do if you don't have XM.........too complicated for me plus it's only a lease, too chicken to mess something up.... guess I'll have to settle with a FM transmitter and get lousy sound quality... oh well, wish the 2006 Hummer H3's Navigation Systems had an AUX port.

Thanks alot for the responses

oh here is the link http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150090292296&fromMakeTrack=true

[LV_H2]

Hey Guys,

JoeHummer and I have both had "strange" electrical problems and have both installed the Nucleus X2i Ipod Adapter. See his thread titled "Dash Lights Flashing".

Anybody else with this issue? My car is new, so I can't be certain if it is the car or the iPod adapter.....

[hummer.dad]

I posted on the other thread as well. I have an '06 SUT. I installed the ipod adapter last Wednesday. Starting on Friday I have had my abs, brake & trac ctnl lights flash and the chime ring 3 times. Happens randomly and only periodically. I took mine to the dealer today for some other issues and mentioned this to them. I did not tell them about the adapter. Maybe I should as this might be the only issue. Let us know as soon as you talk with AI.

[JoeHummer]

I have an 05 SUV and it has now happened about 5 or 6 times. What is weird is that the fuel gauge goes to empty when this happens and causes the low fuel light to flash. That is what gets my attention.

Hope Tech Support has good info.

[LV_H2]

I probably won't get to call them until Thursday.

Feel free if you want to give it a whirl:

http://www.americaninternational.net/aboutus.asp

USA_____800-336-6500
USA_____805-388-6800

[hummer.dad]

Ok, here is my update. I contacted the dealer this morning and explained the ipod adapter install. They said the tech would check it out and see what could be found. They traced it down to an update for the power train control module. They reprogrammed the power train control module and believe this will solve the problem. I'm going to continue using the ipod adapter to see if I still get the flashing lights. I'll let you know what happens. If it does start again, I'm going to uninstall the nucleus and see if the lights flashing stops.

I have sent some emails back and forth with AI and they recommended I send my nucleus unit back for a replacement. They are going to investigate to see what they can find. I did tell them about my dealers response. I'm going to stay in touch with them as I continue to use the adapter to be sure we isolate the problem. AI did point out that noone should modify the nucleus unit as it is manufactured to have the proper ground in the harness.

I'll keep everyone posted on my findings. I'll have an hour drive back from the dealer tonight, so this should be a good test. My last 2 hour long trips have caused the lights to flash, so we'll see what happens.

[vlxjim]

I have been in touch with A.I. and they are looking into the problem. I?m going to drive out there next week and switch out my X2i for one out of a new batch to see if it helps. I don?t think that the problem is an update for the power train control module. A.I. has been installing these at there local H2 dealership on all year H2?s with no problems reported so far. And when I had my Ver.4 X2i I did not have this problem. I now have it with the newest Ver.5 X2i. I to have been asked to tell you guy not to mod the ground wire as this is not the fix. A.I. will be looking into a programming problem on there end as there could have been a bad batch sent out. As soon as A.I. has a fix you well all be taken care of. At this time this seems to be only an harmless intermittent problem. And should be fixed soon.

Is there any of us that don?t have this problem? What year H2?

And who is having this problem? What year H2? Problem observed?

[DrEdel2B]

I am veterinary student in Grenada, West Indies and I am getting a H2. However, I am idiot when it comes to cars and installing. For the Neucleus unit, when I purchase it from the website you listed (logjamelectronics) are there any other parts I will need? Also, I do not feel comfortable installing it myself although you made it look easy. Can I bring it to a Best Buy or Circuit City (or something like that) to have it installed? Also what else would I need to have have it installed in the center console or other location where it would be easily reached to bypass the slow scrolling speed? Where would you recommend installing it?

[lonePalm]

Hey guys just got one too and I would like to have all my movies on the Ipod to play on the rear DVD system is this a possibility and how do I do it? I already have RCA,s run for the x-box. please let me know!

[waikikiTed]

Any update on whether this intermittent flashing dash light problem has been resolved? I want to get one of these adapters but the last thing I want is my wife to have a hissy fit when the dash lights goes bannannas on her.

Thanks

[hummer.dad]

As of last Friday AI tech support told me they had an H2 in the bay and the engineers are working on it. I'm planning on checking back either tomorrow or next week to see if they have resolved the issue.

[waikikiTed]

Thanks for the update. I really want this ipod adapter based on its feature set. Im hoping they clean up the bug quick. Its a weird bug nonetheless seeing that the device basically connects inline straight to the receiver.

[vlxjim]

I have been working with A.I. on the problem. The latest X2i I just install looks like it fixed the bugs so far no chimes or lights flashing. It looks like one of the traces on the newer board was not included which allowed a ground to float on one of the data channels. So the new unit that I?m testing has the fixed data trace and a better cap installed. I will keep you guys updated on the test. But so far so good, also I find no text errors as well. Hopefully there will be unit available for exchange and dealers soon.

:jump: :jump: :jump: :jump: :jump: :jump: :jump: :jump:

[waikikiTed]

Thanks for the update!!!

As soon as youre confient that it has been solved, then I will most definitrly be icking this litle unit up. Will the shop be seling the tixed ones or wiill they sell thru their drfective ones first.???

[vlxjim]

I'm sure that for us Hummer people A.I. well hook us up. The problem right now is only showing up on the H2's.

[waikikiTed]

I'm eagerly awaiting the fix!

I'm tempted to buy it anyway, but being an early adopter of most overpriced gizmos I've turned into paperweights in the past, I'm really thinking I should just bide my time! :giggling:

I just saw the new Crutchfield catalog and looked at that new Harmon Kardon auto Ipod controller. WHAT THE HECK are they thinking to think they are going to be successful selling that dang thing for more than an Ipod even costs!! $400!!!! ?????

[vlxjim]

Well still working good so I think will know after this week end. A.I. said that there going to let there dealer know that for the H2 that they well need to order the part with the fix for the H2. I think that Logjammer.com will be the frist as most here got there X2i from them. Will all know more next week.

[lonePalm]

Is your 30 gig iPod a new 5G or the old style? It makes a difference. I?m fine with the speed of the Nav controls. I can tell you that the older firmware and the older iPod it was slow, with the new firmware the older iPod is faster and the newer iPods less than 1 1/2 years old are faster yet.

I would some times like to use the iPod controls, I do have about 8.5 gigs of music and 18gigs of videos and the iPod plugs in to my DVD rear ent. system. So I will be able to start and fast forward movies and look at the iPod display to.

The extra harness was for applications that had a CD changer.
But I was told that the extra harness would also help with the noise if I had any. So far I have no noise. Let me know if that extra harness helps out any. Also see if it lowers the sound quality of the iPod any. You might try to move the X2i around it could be picking up some interference from something close by. The data wire on these dam GM?s are not shielded.

Good luck. :beerchug:
How did you hookit up to your rear dvd system?

[hummer.dad]

Just recieved this email from AI tech support "it looks like we have fixed the issue. we have a gentleman who has had it for a week now and no problems. he was one of the original customer who had this issue. by Friday we will be announcing the recall for all customers with the gage issues" Obviously we know who has been testing this, thanks vlxjim.

[Mark805]

I installed this unit with revision 5.03 on the back of the packaging:

Install was super easy using this post, relabelled the 6 preset XM keys using the post from LV H2 on page 3 and everything works flawlessly.

So far no problems and I am very happy with this interface...

My only complaint is the spartan user manual they supply with the unit. I took LV H2's advice (once again) and used the manual from http://peripheralelectronics.com/periph_products/Instructions/PXDPGMT_Instructions.pdf

This is well written and descibes how to use the unit much better.

I give it a :perfect10s:

[ppht]

Hello
Anyone using this on an 05 H2? I have Nav and XM, LUX

[vlxjim]

Sorry guys, Maybe a few more weeks. I did get a few lights and chimes but a lot better. So A.I. is going to look at a few more things. I should get the new one to test soon.

[waikikiTed]

AARGH!!!! So close!! SOOOOO CLOSE!!!!!

[Mark805]

Install update:

I am getting the random dash signals as well. Its pretty rare but does pop up every so often. So far it pops on the TC warning light or e-brake light then pops off again.

Still a great unit and am looking forward to the fix.

[Negativecreep0]

Quick question guys, is this adaptor free from the 32 limited slots or whatever it was that I was reading about in other adapter?

[Mark805]

any word on the fix?

[vlxjim]

Still working it out. But they think there getting close.

[Negativecreep0]

got the unit installed it, works fine except for a couple little quarks. The artist and title do not get displayed from my 60 gig ipod video on the touchscreen. Next to artist it just says Nucleus, next to song it says Ipod. I am sure the tags are correct. I programmed all the tags myself. Also I have a H2 2007 hummer with XM and single cd player. P.S. When I first start the truck up I have to hit the first XM save slot to get any music at all so that the XM or Ipod audio will turn on.... weird. Any ideas

[Mark805]

i think it needs to be switched to manual mode (look further up in thread for directions)

[Alan06SUT]

If you have Nav, do you have XM? I had sirius installed right when I bought the H2 and XM never worked. I special ordered it with Nav, but Sirius plays through the XM channels on mine. Will this set up work on mine?

[freytes2004]

Thanks for the post and the vendor imfo got one on the way.

[Alan06SUT]

If you have Nav, do you have XM? I had sirius installed right when I bought the H2 and XM never worked. I special ordered it with Nav, but Sirius plays through the XM channels on mine. Will this set up work on mine?

Buller? Anyone?

[(((echo)))]

not that i'm slow on the tech market, but it was my intention to upgrade to a different head unit due to the fact that it doesn't play mp3's (wtf is that about)
but now that i learned about this thing, it seems that i may just have to go ipod after all

[DennisAJC]

WOW!!!! This is a great write up.:beerchug:

This is exactly what I've been looking for. Getting tired of the on and off static those FM trancievers give out.

[Mark805]

*bump*

Anymore news on an update yet?

[freytes2004]

Just installed mine after taking the glove box off I figured out that it was not neccesary just push the right side of the rear of the box left and it falls open out of the way.Thanks for a great post.:perfect10s:

[vlxjim]

A.I. will be sending me out the next bug fixed unit. So will see. I think were getting close to a bug free unit.

:dancingbanana: :excited: :dancingbanana:

[LV_H2]

I gave up and installed the Pioner AVIC-D3 with iPod adapter. The ipod interface is outstanding, which was my number one goal. :)

The installation and hookup does have it's technical issues as is noted on other threads here and on AVIC411.com (Onstar retention, chimes, RAP, steering wheel control, Onstar volume, VSS,etc.). Thus it is not comparable with the quick and easy install (and removal :( ) of the Nucleus unit.

Good luck to all, I hope A.I. can fix the bug!

[freytes2004]

I was all set to hit the road with my NUCLEUS ipod tunes and everything was alright while parked in the driveway then I decided to take my better half for a ride to a restaurant 50 miles from home. Long story short ABS light came on and stayed on the car surged several times the car shut off at low speed and a set of wind chimes began to play inside the H2 . Smooth going Mr. has to have every new gadget that comes out guy, was all my wife had to say.I hope they get a fix or refund my money.:jump: :jump: :jump: :jump:

[Mark805]

I just called myself and talked with Keith (A tech i assume)

He says there are a few units out there with the same problem some of us are experiencing and that they are still looking for the fix.

He suggested i call every so often to see if they have something completed. He also gave me his email address so we could keep in touch that way.

I suggest that if you are having the same problems we all keep calling to light a fire under there butts and get this bug fixed.

:D

[freytes2004]

Any news on the fix yet?

[DennisAJC]

I'm not happy. I not going to take a chance.:crying::(

[410225]

I found this website to be valuable site. I am in no way affiliated with this website, but wanted to share with H2 members.

http://www.jpcustoms.com/store/customer/home.php?cat=306

[Acheron]

*bump*

Anymore news on an update yet???

[vlxjim]

I have a new unit that I'm tring right now. I well be getting one next week to try out as well. A.I. has narrowed it down to a software bug. They now have a laptop hooked up to a rig that they have put 1600+ miles on. The ver 5 firmware was made to work with the H3 and vett. And thats where the problem is, in the change from ver.4 to ver.5. A.I. did not think that it would take this long to fix but they want to get it right. We now know it's not the hardware so the software guys are working on it. I hope next week brings good news.

[Acheron]

Thanks for the update!

Please keep us informed with how things are progressing. I know several people on this Forum are interested and still holding out for a "final" fix before purchasing.

Thanks again for the update!

[flyin6]

Nice post, good writeup and pics. Blue is growing on me...

[Mark805]

My call into the tech last week were positive too.

I am being told to check back around 08/16 for the fix to be available

[Mark805]

Called them again ( 1-800-336-6500 ext 513 ) and was advised its going to be about 6-7 more days for the fix. It appears they have most of it handled according to their tech guys.

If i call back in a week and hear this same line, i am going to snap.

[mountainbiker]

What about the H2/H3 DICE iPod unit as an alternative:

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=29024

[MVR 155]

Installed one of the Nucleus units yesterday.... driving last night I noticed a couple of quirks on the instrument cluster but it went away very quickly, a problem I can definately live with but would like to see fixed. The unit works fantastic.

[MVR 155]

Question about this unit..... it seems you can go to the next song turning the tune know on the Head unit but from the steering wheel there is a seek up/down button, when I hit this it goes into fast forward/rewind and does it till the song is over... I tried pushing twice (like the instructions say for radios without a tune knob), any way to go from track to track using the steering wheel???? This would be my only complaint otherwise this is simply an awesome unit.

Thanks

[Zoomie]

This is the third XC2i I've installed in my H3, and all three have had problems. Now, the speedo, tach, gas gauge and temp gauge drop to zero and nearly every possible light comes on. My DIC spews forth messages and I have no PRNDL. They REALLY need to get their act together on this

[hummer.dad]

Any update from AI? I returned a unit over 2 months ago. Been patiently waiting for the fix. The thing I liked about this adapter is not having to take apart the front dash.

[s_c5519]

Called them again ( 1-800-336-6500 ext 513 ) and was advised its going to be about 6-7 more days for the fix. It appears they have most of it handled according to their tech guys.

If i call back in a week and hear this same line, i am going to snap.

I just called that number and spoke with Keith. He said: "We have a deal with a large local Hummer dealer (one of the biggest in the country) in Los Angeles. We have been loading all their 07's with it and none so far have came back with any issues yet, so we are having a hard time trying to finish these off. But we are almost done with it, we are really close. The current software is still 5.03"

[Devis1957]

Installed mine today, will take a little bit to understand all of the controls, but sounds great versus the old FM transmitter I used to use. My Hummer has the 6 disc CD, XM and Bose.

Jury is still out though, saw a couple of lights on the dash blink and one alarm sound today while out driving. Any more problems with the instrument cluster and I will go back to the FM transmitter.

I have the version 5.03 as I'm sure most of you have.

Will keep you posted as to my success or not.

[Devis1957]

The controls in "Auto" mode are a real pain, not very user friendly. Seem to change how they work each time the vehicle is started. Every 10 minutes or so, getting the traction control light and alarm on the dash.

Going to test it in "Manual" mode, hopefully with more success. Just about ready to junk the Nucleus before it really messes something up on my Hummer.

Anything else out there without all of the glitches?

[MVR 155]

I would say mine will randomly light up or ding about 1 time per day, sometimes it happens so fast I barely notice, have been running my unit for about 2.5 months and it really doesnt bother me much. I love having the capability to run the ipod without using a FM modulator as well as having control from the head unit that I can definately live with a couple of lights quickly flashing on the dash from time to time.

[Devis1957]

I like having the capability, too. Glitches like that are unacceptable, even if they are infrequent. Should not have to live with it at all.

AI knows the issues but refuse to deal with it based on the e-mails I have received from them. If they can not repair the problem, how can they say it is not going to hurt our vehicles. Maybe a class action lawsuit.................

Sooner or later, the dealership they claim to be putting all of the units in will wearing them out

[Devis1957]

Just shared a few e-mails with Keith of AI. He expects the new update to be out soon, maybe next week.

I'm taking mine out in prep for the updated version. Was just out riding and all of my gauges went to zero. My old heart can't take it anymore.......

[hummer.dad]

They have been saying this for awhile. I did find this interesting, I was checking with my local Sound Advice to see if they offered an Ipod adapter for the H2. They told me yes. So I asked what brand, and of course they said the AI Nucleus xi. I told the head of the audio dept. about my problem and the many others that have had problems. He contacted his AI rep in Miami and was told he had not heard of this, but if there was a problem the current version 5.03 would fix any problems that existed. Obviously I don't believe them since I had to return mine and so many others have as well. I'm very surprised it has not been fixed sooner since so many of us are looking to use this adapter.

Has anyone used any other adapters with better success? I know another custom shop in the Tampa Bay area said they use the Pac audio adapters. Not sure if they are good or not.

[Mark805]

My friend is using the PAC adaptor and his ipod pauses every 20 minutes or so, requiring you to hit play again. I think I'd rather put up with my little random chime every 30 or so minutes.

But i do hope someone finds a better unit out there since i get great phone support from AI about how it doesn't work properly, unfortunately they dont know what to do AFTER they get these complaints... like fix the problem.

[Devis1957]

You're right, they have been saying that for a while. At least AI answers their e-mail, whatever good that does. They told me I would have to return via Interface Solutions.

If it was just an occasional chime, I could probably live with it. I just can not take losing all of my gauges at once.

The FM transmitter is looking better all of the time.

[RippSpeed]

I had the peripheral electronics one ... I've had it installed for about 3 days and I've only noticed mine chiming 2 times ( what happens is the oil,battery, water temp and gas gauge goes to zero and the battery light comes on and a second later goes back to normal)... I'll see how it fares with a long trip to san francisco

[MVR 155]

You're right, they have been saying that for a while. At least AI answers their e-mail, whatever good that does. They told me I would have to return via Interface Solutions.

If it was just an occasional chime, I could probably live with it. I just can not take losing all of my gauges at once.

The FM transmitter is looking better all of the time.


If you like the sound from a FM modulator then go for it....you may as well just listen to an old transistor radio since that is the sound quality you are gonna get. I like music waaaay too much to even think about crappy FM modulation.... I will definately live with an occasional light or quick trip of the gauges. Mine has been installed for nearly 3 months and it works fantastic other than the occasional incident, sure it would be great if they get the kinks ironed out but if they dont I have no problem living with it. I did a 3 hour drive yesterday (round trip) and it only chimed 1 time the entire ride.

[hummer.dad]

I called Lynch Hummer the other day to see if they install adapters. They do and only recommended the Axxess ipod adapter. Told me to stay away from the Nucleus as it was causing problems in the trucks. Anyone here tried the Axxess?

[Mark805]

I.... I will definately live with an occasional light or quick trip of the gauges. Mine has been installed for nearly 3 months and it works fantastic other than the occasional incident, sure it would be great if they get the kinks ironed out but if they dont I have no problem living with it.

I agree 100% with you on this... I can put up with the bell every so often. The sound quality over an FM Modulator is so much better its not even fair to compair the 2 units.

I would recomend the AI unit over the PE one based on my experience with both units. HOWEVER, I would use the directions that are on the PE website on operation as they function the same (The AI unit directions suck, and that's a very nice way to put it)

I can also say that the bells are so random that I get mad at the unit because my heart skips every time I see a warning chime :o

[Mark805]

OH.. and forgot to add... the unit works with the iPhone. Of course there is no hands free but it will pause the music and you can talk on the phone.

[RippSpeed]

The Ai and PE is the same unit AI makes them and just re-badges them for PE...

[Devis1957]

Mine chimes at least 3 or 4 times an hour and the gauges go to zero at least once per day for a few seconds. When I first installed, it was only the chime and traction control light, now the list is growing.

I know that the sound is much better through the Nucleus, would never deny that, just don't want to take a chance of being stuck in the middle of nowhere waiting for a tow truck.

This thing is messing with the Hummer's computer, otherwise the glitches would only impact the radio systems. Besides, you would not live with it if it came from the dealer with this problem.

It is unacceptable the amount of time that they have been promising a fix, especially after taking and continuing to take so many people's money for a known defective product.

Hopefully, there's not a lead paint issue to deal with as well..............

[DennisAJC]

Mine chimes at least 3 or 4 times an hour and the gauges go to zero at least once per day for a few seconds. When I first installed, it was only the chime and traction control light, now the list is growing.

I know that the sound is much better through the Nucleus, would never deny that, just don't want to take a chance of being stuck in the middle of nowhere waiting for a tow truck.

This thing is messing with the Hummer's computer, otherwise the glitches would only impact the radio systems. Besides, you would not live with it if it came from the dealer with this problem.

It is unacceptable the amount of time that they have been promising a fix, especially after taking and continuing to take so many people's money for a known defective product.

Hopefully, there's not a lead paint issue to deal with as well..............

Atleast you can listen to some wicked tunes while you wait.:clapping:

Disappointing news at the very least. Looks like I'll have to wait.

Or just go back to ripping my favorite IPOD tunes on to CD.

[RippSpeed]

Heres an UPDATE!!! ipod troubler partners...

I've narrowed it down to a plug issue... When I was dropping the rig at the dealer. I wanted to swap back over to the stock tunning on my Hypertech tuner. And for some reason my hypertech was reading a DTC U1000 code. Which means the factory ecu couldnt find a control module ( which is the xm receiver)... And it was not letting me re-program the ecu to the factory tuning. But, after about an hour of trying. I said screw it they werent touch the ecu or doing any diagnostics on the rig anyway... So I brought it to the dealer with the Hypertech tune in the ecu...

So when I got the rig back home from the dealer later on that day ... I re-programmed it with the hypertech but I had to clear the 2 codes I had which was P0300 and U1000 ... The P0300 is a code for faulty or plug injectors. And the U1000 is for the xm control module. So what I did was take out the IPOD adaptor. Re-program the factory ecu with the hypertech and it went smooth no issues... And as I re-read the ipod factory manual. It stated that we had to insulate the wiring harness for the adapter. So what I did was wrap the harness in electrical black tape and re-installed the ipod adapter. And secured it to a stable spot in the dash with zip ties... And ever since then I've only had 2 lights in the past 3 days...

It seems to me that the actual plug going into the xm module is not secure as much as the factory wiring harness which causes the fault in the dash... What I need to do is find a better quality plug and try it out...

[vlxjim]

When you remove the ipod adapter from the harness it loses its buffer memory so that when its pluged back in you get less errors. But give it some time they well come back. I to hope the fix is comming soon.

The errors that do happen don't harm the rig it would just be nice if they were gone.

[RippSpeed]

When you remove the ipod adapter from the harness it loses its buffer memory so that when its pluged back in you get less errors. But give it some time they well come back. I to hope the fix is comming soon.

The errors that do happen don't harm the rig it would just be nice if they were gone.
but because of the adapter the factory ecu is throwing a U1000 code...

[vlxjim]

Hay Rip Here my shocks.

44868

44869

44870

44871

[RippSpeed]

just an update 6 days and a total of 4 lights now... yesterday I didnt get any lights at all ...

[RippSpeed]

Hay Rip Here my shocks.

44868

44869

44870

44871

I was thinking of doing the truxx leveling kit and ordering the longer FOXs non-coil over shocks...

[vlxjim]

You don't need the leveling kit you should have enough adjustment with the stock keys to level it out. I to looked at getting the Fox shocks. But to get them from Fox for the front they had to be custom made and aren't valved for the H2. If you go to Rod Hall Racing they have Fox shocks make a special Rod Hall Fox shock for the H2. They cost like $450 + per shock.

[RippSpeed]

FYI
to those people that doesnt know how to change your preset buttons on your navi to SEL SRC = 1 , HELP = 2, Prev Menu =3, Next Menu = 4, Select = 5 and Menu = 6 ... This is how you do it, select and press preset #2 and go press number #2 preset until SEL SRC is showing and its on CH1 ... Hold preset # 1 on your Navi until the name on your preset # 1 is changed to SEL SRC ... You do this will all the other buttons just remember to press the preset button number # 2 to find the name and channel ... Good luck


But as for the warning lights on and off issue... I found that the ipod interface is interferring with me being able to program my factory ecu with my hypertech programmer. And it throws codes U1000 and U0107 ... And because of it throwing these codes I cant re-program my factory ecu back to stock. So what I have to do is unplug the ipod interface and then re-plug in the factory xm plug to re-tune my ecu with the programmer. After I'mone reprogramming I re-install the ipod and re-install the glove box...

Its a pain in the butt to do that every time but I'm still under warranty and I have to return my tuning to stock everytime I go to the deal for service...

[vlxjim]

I have the SuperChips FlashPac, and have no problem programing my ECU with the X2I pluged in.

[freytes2004]

It has been six months since I have been waiting on a fix . I finally got tired of my wife thinking we were going to break down everytime the pinball machine sounds went off in my hummer I took the unit out and threw it in the back.
http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t236/freytes2004/DSCN0834.jpg
http://i161.photobucket.com/albums/t236/freytes2004/DSCN0835.jpg:jump:

[Devis1957]

I took mine out about a month ago. I, too was afraid it would break down somewhere. Have not got a recent reply from AI as to the status of the next flash revision. Will update when I do.

[JoeHummer]

Well I just called the guys for the first time. They say nothing new. It is their highest priority and they are working to get it fixed. He would not tell a time frame but told me they would do a swap out when the new units were completed. He told me to keep the paperwork and receipt as he would need that for the swap.

So I keep using it and watch the light display. Praying they will fix it soon.

[HUMburger]

My Axxess unit recently broke, so I replaced it with the Neucleus unit.

I got a unit last week from Logjam, it had terrible engine noise. I was referred to tech support a Neucleus. I was told they were aware of the problem with recent batch of units, and that I could get a new unit, with a fix, by the end of the week from Logjam. I got the new unit and installed it yesterday, no engine noise, so I thought that life was good. The interface and installation are far superior than my former Axxess unit, plus the benefit of having an aux input to share between a Sat Tv, DVD, and game console.

Unfortunately, during about 2.5 hours of driving, I had the brake warning come on and a random chiming incident.

I had not seen this thread before my purchase. It is a shame that such a great product is plagued with this problem. Hopefully there will be a fix. I will call Neucleus today to add my name to those of you who also have this problem.

Is there anyone who is using this unit and does not have this problem?

[Devis1957]

AI has been lying to consumers for months about a fix while they get rich selling units that are defective.

We should start a class action suit. Anyone out there interested?

[MVR 155]

Sorry but I can live with a random light and a ding from time to time..... it sucks that the product does not work the way it should (problem free) but the overall function and sound quality is enough to make me not mind the occasional ding or light, have been using this unit for over 6 months and other than a random light/ding have not had any issues. Class action lawsuit is a bit over the top if you ask me...... if you cant live with the minor issues then return your unit for a refund and use a crappy FM modulator

[Devis1957]

You don't understand computerized electronics, do ya? Would you live with it, if your Hummer came from the factory with all those "bells and whistles"? I'm sure you would bring back to the dealer in a minute and if they could not fix it, you would run their name in the mud all over this forum.

Consumers deserve the truth, not the lies that AI is dishing out about patches, and they certainly should suspend sales until the patch is in place. If not, then a lawsuit certainly fits.

[PaHumBug]

Any news on the fix? I really want one but I'll wait till it is fixed. If it's not fixed, is there a comparable unit that doesn't cause the lights and dings?

[Mark805]

I tried to support them as best i could by "believing them" when I would call. I am convinced they are not working on a replacement unit as I never get my emails returned and phone calls always give the standard "next week or so" answer.

I've been speaking / emailing a person named Keith Rodts since I bought my unit last year.

The last email i sent was on October 29th 2007 where i asked "Any new news of a fix yet?" and he replied on November 26th 2007 with the following.

"with any luck this Friday or early next week. we are waiting for the boards to be finished and then we will be shipping."

I emailed back about 2 weeks later and still no response. If anyone else is bored or needs an email address to send complaints to.. try his... keithrodts@aius.net ... or on second thought, dont bother, he wont reply.

I'd ask for a refund but its been so long i cant find the damn box anymore. :mad:

[Devis1957]

Mark805,

Everything you have said is exactly the same that I went through, still will not answer his e-mails.

He did tell me that it would have to worked out through the company I purchased through on eBay. They are probably owned By AI.

Only a class action lawsuit would get their attention. We would not get anything out of it, but maybe there are some lawyers out there that may want a few extra bucks. Probably would lose their contract with Hummer that he claimed to have had.

[s_c5519]

ok, so I gave up waiting for them to get this junk working correctly...

I ended up on Ebay and for $164 shipped got the USA SPEC PA11-VETTE 2005-07 CHEVY/CADILLAC IPOD ADAPTER. This was for an '07 H2 "with" factory installed XM. If you do not have XM you want just the regular PA-11-GM (NOT Vette).

With the XM you do not need to pull the dash/radio out to hook the wiring to the back. You just hook up the wire to the XM under the glove box and out to the USA Spec. It's literally a 10 minute or less install...

They added a new hybrid mode where you can use both direct and playlist modes, so you can control your ipod by the click wheel and/or steering wheel controls and see the info on the screen. I had the same model years ago and you could only do one or the other. The only thing though if your particular model ipod is too new of firmware, you have to downgrade it to get hybrid to work or you have to use one or the other mode. Not tough to do the downgrade of the ipod btw..

The tech support at USA Spec is fantastic too. Answers the phone every time and will guide you slowly with whatever you need. I didn't get his name but it seems to be the same guy every time, even years back when I called...

[vlxjim]

I talked with AI tech support and was told that they have given up on the X2I. It seem that the company that designed and built it for them has not touch it for months now and is not going to fix it. I was also told that Keith and Victor are gone and that we were not told the right facts. I did get a few deferent units to try early on but after that we were lied to about them still working on a fix. A.I. told me that they are going after the vendor but he will probably close his company down. I was told that if you still have your paper work that you could get a refund.

[vlxjim]

Now that we know that A.I. has given up on us I'm going to give the USA SPEC PA11-VETTE a try as well. I will be posting a new how to with photos on this. I have a unit on it's way and will let everyone know how it go's. The install will be much like the A.I. unit. I have been told by USA-Spec that the USA SPEC PA11-VETTE works great on the H2. But and I know you were waiting for the but there has been some reports that on the H3 (H THREE ONLY) that you can lose your XM connection from time to time. The news from USA-Spec is that some time in October a new and improved unit will be out that will sport new and improved functions and features. It will also have the H3 fix as well. So for now one thing at a time I'll start with the current model and will see and hope for the October release of the new model.
:clapping:

I will be testing with the ipod 3G, iPod Nano, iPod Video, Ipod Touch and iPhone.


:excited:

[s_c5519]

I will be testing with the ipod 3G, iPod Nano, iPod Video, Ipod Touch and iPhone.


:excited:


The iphone does not work with the USA SPEC PA11-VETTE...

[vlxjim]

I got the USA-Spec part yesterday. It has a note in with the paper work that states that the iPhone and Touch will not work with the new hybrid mode but will work with the two other modes that it has. And if I can not get the older firmware for the other ipods I won't be able to use the new hybrid mode on those either.

So far I can say that the USA-Spec part looks very well made.

[finbox]

I got the USA-Spec part yesterday. It has a note in with the paper work that states that the iPhone and Touch will not work with the new hybrid mode but will work with the two other modes that it has. And if I can not get the older firmware for the other ipods I won't be able to use the new hybrid mode on those either.

So far I can say that the USA-Spec part looks very well made.

waiting for you install...hope it goes well

[vlxjim]

I did the install it was just as smooth as before I used a video iPod with firmware 1.2.1 in it. All modes work great so far and I also hooked up the DVD player to the aux input. So it looks like we could have a winner here time will tell. I put a min. of 250 miles on my rig so by the end of the week it will give us some info to go by.
:popcorn:

[MVR 155]

Can you control the ipod through the factory navi head unit with this one too?

On a side note...... in the last month I have only had one little ding out of my Nucleus unit.

[vlxjim]

Yes you can. I will be posting soon on it. So far it's been a great unit.

[trashguy]

I got the USA-Spec part yesterday. It has a note in with the paper work that states that the iPhone and Touch will not work with the new hybrid mode but will work with the two other modes that it has. And if I can not get the older firmware for the other ipods I won't be able to use the new hybrid mode on those either.

So far I can say that the USA-Spec part looks very well made.

can anyone confirm if the iphone will work at all with this and if so what modes are crippled?

[trashguy]

actually screw all that , hopefully this will work:jump:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9a0KWL-3O14

[s_c5519]

The iphone does not work with the USA SPEC PA11-VETTE...
I recant my last statement above, the iPhone does work with it. In my USA spec manuals/paperwork there is no mention of the iPhone. A phone call to C.I (yes that's what he goes by) in tech support reveals I had to have switch #2 in the off position. I then plugged the ipone in and it gave me some message of it being incompatible with this unit, and asked if I wanted to be switched to airplane mode, I clicked no. Everything seems to work fine so far, I even get audio from video files to play through the Bose system, and it also charges the ipone.

[SummitUp]

Can the NAV unit be used while listening to music from the iPod/iPhone?

[vlxjim]

Yes it can.

[dvl57]

Hey guys....new to the forum...and soon to be owner of an 08 H2.

I picked up a used Neucleus NC-X2i - for pretty cheap...the back sticker says rev.5v03

Do you think it will cause dash lights to flash, etc?

I'm debating if its worth using or not.

I also wonder if anyone is using it with NO PROBLEMS.?

Thanks

Don

[Mark805]

Yes... your dash will blink every once in a while. It works fine other then that annoying "bonus"

Its hard to say when the flash happens as its so utterly random. I drove from Seattle, WA to Kimberley BC with not one occurrence and another time i drove 4 miles to the store and it did it 2 times. The dash light thing is like a brief reset and corrects itself in like 5 seconds.. its just weird when you are driving to see.

Dont expect any support from Nucleus... I have given up hope that they will fix the problem. Just read the thread.

The product works, but personally i would never buy their product again based on the customer service / BS they sling specifically about this item.

[LV_H2]

Please read the thread, over and over again if you need to.

Do not put that thing in your H2.

[qxken]

Has anyone tried this on a 2007 H2? with Nav

[MVR 155]

Has anyone tried this on a 2007 H2? with Nav


I have it on my 06 with navi (identical to the 2007). Overall the fuctionality of the unit is great, install is a breeze and it does display the name/artist info on the navi screen. As others here have stated it does occasionally deliver a quick flash of some dash dummy lights along with a ding chime/tone. I have had this in my H2 for the better part of 2 years and the dinging/light issue is so intermitant that its not even a bother. I admit the company should do something to resolve it but for the ability to directly interface your ipod I would buy it again.

[timgco]

btt! What's teh ;atest on this setup? I want to put my Ipod in, but want to use the best kit out there.

[dvl57]

I have an 08 - I bought the Isimple ipod kit from ebay.

http://cgi.ebay.com/2004-2005-2006-2007-Hummer-H2-iPod-iPhone-Adapter_W0QQitemZ350278146936QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH _DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518e345b78


works great w/no issues whatsoever.

Only down side is that you have to remove your unit to plug the wire in the back of the stereo unit.

I didn't know how to do that so I paid an installer to do that for me.

However, there's been several posts since that shows how to remove the stereo.

If you don't want to go that route, another member posted his install.

http://www.elcovaforums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38602

he went thru the XM module..real easy install.


Ipod adaptor is a MUST.

Good luck.

[pdxrealtor]

btt! What's teh ;atest on this setup? I want to put my Ipod in, but want to use the best kit out there.


For your 2008, this seems to be A great option. http://www.coastaletech.com/GM_IPOD_LOCKPICK.htm