Ipod Question

[HHummer]

Thanks for the info and headsup on the clips. I have taken many vehicles apart, but this is the first time into the H2 dash, so appreciate the advice. Had a long day today, but I am going to start this evening. I'll post after it is up and running.

[Zing]

Drouke, I look forward to hearing how the install goes and how easy it is to get at the back of the radio.

I've been researching which MP3 player to buy and it seems the iRiver HP-120 (now the H120)is the best out there. Better battery life than iPod and more features like FM radio (which I want for when not in the H2). Anyone try iRiver?

[Brandon Fuller]

Done!

I installed the PAC device tonight successfully. It works perfectly. Great sound at all volumes with my iPod. OnStar, steering controls, etc. all work fine afterwards.

Read more at:
http://brandon.fuller.name/archives/...4/07/22.24.07/

[HHummer]

Yes! Works perfectly - like part of the factory radio. PAC box has right and left trim so volume matches extremely well. As Brandon mentioned, the steering controls work, too. Radio reads out aux1 and aux2. Wired aux1 to mini plug out for XM radio or unplug and move to Ipod, and aux2 for DVD player. Sounds perfect. Thanks to HappyJack and the forum for the info on the console and clips, too.

[TouchdownTN]

Anyone had any problems with the PAC device? I'm going to order one just waiting to see if there are any problems. I spoke with one distributor from TX and he said that PAC was having some issues with the unit and that if any were out I should wait. So far from what I have read here, I'm ready to order. So any other commments good or bad about the unit will be a big help. BTW, has anyone added the PAC device that allows you to add a aftermarket amp to the factory stereo?

[drouke]

TouchDown,

I'm installing this weekend. Finally got my PAC unit from LogJam yesterday, I'll let you know how it goes. By the way, does the IRiver have the same capacity as the Ipod? I have the 20 gig Ipod, I put pretty much put my whole cd collection (about 2000 songs) and still have over 10 gigs of space left. I have bought other mp3 players, a NIke one (crap) and a Philips one. The Ipod blows them away.

[TouchdownTN]

drouke,
I don't know much about other MP3 players. I just read on this board about members talking about their Ipods and that's what got me interested. The big selling point of the Ipod to me was the 40 GB hard drive. I have a collection of around 1500 CD's so the storage was a big factor for me! Thanks for keeping me updated!

[HHummer]

The PAC has been in a week now, and I absolutely love it. Using the steering wheel button to change from the radio to the cd to the aux1(xm radio) to the aux2(dvd player) is even better than I had hoped. I'll never listen to a commercial again. No problems of any kind. <''>

[Zing]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by drouke:
TouchDown,

I'm installing this weekend. Finally got my PAC unit from LogJam yesterday, I'll let you know how it goes. By the way, does the IRiver have the same capacity as the Ipod? I have the 20 gig Ipod, I put pretty much put my whole cd collection (about 2000 songs) and still have over 10 gigs of space left. I have bought other mp3 players, a NIke one (crap) and a Philips one. The Ipod blows them away. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

The iRiver has a 20 gig and 40 gig model. I had it only for a few days, but it's amazing. Has FM and 16 hour battery life which are pluses for me over the iPod. Haven't tried an iPod so I can't truly compare.

[Zing]

Just got the PAC AAI-GM24 in the mail today. It's not as easy as plugging in the back.

There are open ended wires coming out and something to do in order to hook up to the steering wheel controls that I don't understand. The instructions suck. What do you do with the loose wires?

[TouchdownTN]

Zing, The two wires are only for use when hooking up the unit to the steering wheel controler adapter as you mentioned. I believe it is called a SWI-X or something to that effect. According to what I have read is that your iRiver or other device needs to be able to use a IR remote before the steering wheel controls will work. I think that the SWI-X component is around $100 not exactly sure. I do know that if you aren't using this piece PAC says to tape the ends of these wires in order to prevent a short and then just plug the harnesses in their respective plugs. Hope this helps! I'm still waiting to get my AAI-GM24. The shop I'm planning on using is having trouble getting the part it.

[HHummer]

Zing,

Just ignore the open end wires. One is a power supply for an accessory item and the other is to control a non-factory radio. Your steering wheel control will rotate through the available items as in radio am, fm, cd, and your new aux 1 and aux 2 inputs. For your H2, just insert the plugs and plug your audio sources into the two stereo inputs and your ready to close it up. As mentioned, tape off the ends of the unused open ended wires. Before you close up the dash, match your volume for your aux. inputs to the existing radio and cd as best you can to minimize the difference when rotating through your sound sources. I found the Delphi XM output at maximum is still lower in volume than the radio and cd, so if you have the XM cranked up a bit and change source to the cd or radio, you blast yourself. My Ipod is similar.

[Zing]

Phew, thanks guys that makes it much easier.

HH, great tip on adjusting the volume prior to closing everything up, thanks.

T, I ordered mine from logjam on Saturday and it arrived at my door in less than a week. I think it was $107 total with shipping. Might be quicker than waiting on your shop.

I'll get back to you on how it goes.