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PERIPHERAL PXDP2 iPod2CarGen2 OEM iPod™ ADAPTER

Peripheral Electronics has released a new iPod adapter that allows you to control iPod products directly from the OEM (factory) radio in select 2005-07 Ford/Lincoln/Mercury and 2005-07 Toyota and 2006 Lexus Vehicles. With the PXDP2 installed, the iPod will take the place of the factory Satellite Radio* or Rear Seat Entertainment, noted you will see the difference in operations. Using the radio buttons you will be able to directly access tracks on your iPod and perform advance function, text information will also be displayed on the radio screen— and because of that you can stove the iPod out of sight for safe driving. By using the Satellite tuner functions of the Ford radio to operate the iPod you benefit from:

1. Direct connection of the iPod to Ford vehicle radio for optimum sound quality
2. Control iPod playback and browse iPod menus with the radio buttons or steering wheel audio controls
3. Charges the iPod internal battery
4. Plug-n-play installation (harness sold separately)
5. Package includes: PXDP2, 11ft  iPod docking cable and owner’s manual (similar to the one you are now reading)

iPod COMPATIBILITY

Use with one of the following iPod models:
iPod (G3/G4, G5), iPod Photo, Nano, Video and Mini equipped with a dock connector. [Not compatible with iPod Shuffle, 1st and 2^nd Generation (10G/15G) iPods.]

Note: The operation and functions of this interface described herein have only been confirmed with the following firmware versions (see www.apple.com/iPod for firmware updates)

 

 

 

FORD RADIO REQUIREMENTS (important)

 

The operation of the iPod2Car Gen2 OEM (PXPD2) relies upon the radio’s ability to display text, such as song title, playlist, or artist information from the iPod. Most MP3 compatible radios are capable of displaying at least one line of text information on the faceplate. 2005-07 Ford radios must be “CAN-BUS”, Satellite ready, or have “MP3” printed on the faceplate of the radio

 

TOYOTA/Lexus RADIO REQUIREMENTS (important)

 

The operation of the iPod2Car Gen2 OEM (PXPD2) relies upon the radio’s ability to display text, such as song title, playlist, or artist information from the iPod. The PXDP2 is compatible with 2005-07 Toyota and 2006 Lexus Radios with "SAT" button on the faceplate. This indicates that the required connection is present on the rear of the radio and that the radio has the necessary functionality to operate the PXPD2.

 

Configuring and harness selection
This section will instruct you on how to properly identify and/or confirm the proper interface dip-switch configuration and harness selection for your vehicles factory radio. In the "Programming the PXDP2" section below you will find our harness and dip-switch configuration chart. This chart will inform you of the proper dip-switch settings for your vehicle.

 

Package contents
The PXPD2 kit includes:
iPod docking cable x1 (11ft. long)
Interface box x1 (3” x 3.5” x 1”)
User Manual (similar to but not as elaborate as the one you are now reading)
 

What other parts are required?
In Fords:
A PXH2FD1 vehicle specific harness is required (sold separately). If you do not have this harness, your authorized Peripheral dealer (i.e. Discount Car Stereo.com) will have the harness for you to purchase separately. THIS IS A MUST!

 

In Toyotas/Lexus:
A PXH2TY1 vehicle specific harness is required (sold separately). If you do not have this harness, your authorized Peripheral dealer (i.e. Discount Car Stereo.com) will have the harness for you to purchase separately. THIS IS A MUST!

FORD/TOYOTA/LEXUS VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY (Updated November 18, 2009)
The following list of vehicles have been confirmed to work with the PXDP2. Discount Car Stereo.com and the manufacturer are testing other vehicles and will update the list as more vehicles are tested. Please check this guide or the pull-down menu on the product page for instant updates. We do not recommend purchasing this part for model/years not listed.

Vehicle Make	Vehicle Model	Vehicle Year	Harness	Notes
FORD	Explorer	2006-07	PXH2FD1	TEXT will not scroll (10 characters displayed)
	F150	2005-06	PXH2FD1
	F250	2007	PXH2FD1
	F350	2007	PXH2FD1
	Five Hundred	2005-07	PXH2FD1
	Focus	2005-07	PXH2FD1
	Freestyle	2005-07	PXH2FD1
	Fusion	2006-2007	PXH2FD1	TEXT will not scroll (10 characters displayed)
Mustang	not compatile	PXH2FD1
Shelby GT-H	not compatible	PXH2FD1
MERCURY	Montego	2005-06	PXH2FD1
LINCOLN	Mark LT	2005-06	PXH2FD1
TOYOTA	ALL†	2005-07	PXH2TY1	Must have "SAT" button on radio face
LEXUS	GS300	2006	PXH2TY1	Must have "SAT" button on radio face
	RX400	2006	PXH2TY1	Must have "SAT' button on radio face
Important Application information and Notes.
PXDP2 is designed to be used without factory Satellite Radio or Rear Seat Entertainment system installed. If either of these options is installed, it must be disconnected for the PXDP2 to operate correctly. * can not be used in conjunction with the factory satellite tuner. * Not compatible with navigation equipped vehicles unless noted on Peripherals application guide † with "SAT" button on radio face www.peripheralelectronics.com (click on “Application Guide” link.) Click here to purchase

 WARNING!!! Please do not order this part for unlisted model/year vehicles. Model/Year listed above and on Peripherals application guides are the only vehicles supported by us and the manufacturer. Purchasing this part for unlisted vehicles is at your own risk as you will not be able to return it for exchange or refund. Please contact the manufacturer if you’re interested in becoming a beta tester.

 

PROGRAMMING THE PXPD2

To program the interface, set the dip-switches located on the side of the interface (See Fig. 1 below) to the configuration listed for your radio on the harness and dip switch configuration chart. Switches are in their default setting of “off” in the up position and are turned “on” when switched down. Refer to the chart on the bottom of this page.
This programs the PXPD2 to the radio it is being connected to.

The dip-switches MUST be set before the interface is plugged into the vehicle; otherwise the PXPD2 may not work correctly.

 

Fig1. Side view of the interface with dip switches

 

WARNING!!!  When setting the dip switch, make sure to move the switches to their full “Off” or “On” position. Malfunction or erratic behavior may occur if the switches are not set properly.

 

INSTALLATION

This section of the installation tutorial is courtesy of discountcarstereo.com . You will be instructed on how to connect the PXDP2 OEM to the compatible Ford vehicle.

Fig. 2

 

Carefully remove the trim panels covering the 7mm bolts that secure the radio into the dash cavity. Remove these bolts, and remove the radio from the dash of the vehicle. (See dash removal instruction for select vehicles at the end of this document) Disconnect the factory 16 and 24-pin plugs from the radio. Plug in the PXH2FD1 (See Fig 3) male plugs into the 24- and the 16-pin port on the back of the radio. (See Fig, 3A and 3B)  Use your thumb to push the tab release on the plugs, using a screwdriver may  break or damage the tabs. Next connect the factory 24 and 16-pin plugs (from step 2) into the female connectors of the PXH2FD1 harness. Be sure to make a firm connection but do not force it. Connect the 20-pin plug on the PXH2FD1 to the PXDP2 interface box. Take the docking cable and connect the 8-pin DIN to the PXDP2 interface box Securely install the interface in a location free from: heat, humidity, moving parts, sharp metal edges or direct sunlight. We recommend securing the interface to a suitable location using  Velcro, wire ties, hot glue etc. (don’t forget to set the dip switches prior to securing the unit ) Route the other end of the docking cable to the location where the iPod will reside. (Glove box, armrest, dashboard etc). Do not bend or damage the dock connector. Once everything is connected test operation before reinstalling the radio: Connect iPod dock connector to the bottom of you iPod. Upon connecting this cable the iPod screen will illuminate. The battery charging symbol will flash and the display screen will change to “Peripherals OK TO DISCONNECT”. (See Fig. 3D) WARNING!!! iPod clickwheel and display are disabled when connected to the PXDP2. Controlling the iPod is possible using the Ford radio buttons not the iPod clickwheel.	Fig. 3
	Fig.3A
	Fig.3B
	Fig.3C
	Fig. 3D

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OPERATION

 

This section explains how to control the iPod from your Ford/Toyota radio including selecting the iPod, searching for music with the browse menu, and using the Fast Forward, Rewind, Repeat and Random functions.

Note:  When the iPod is connected to this adapter, the iPod clickwheel and display are disabled. (See Fig. 3C above) Operating the iPod is possible using the radio buttons.

 

Fast Forward

When playing a track on the iPod if you want to advance further into the song, use the FAST FORWARD feature. With the press of a button you will be able to forward in the current playing track to a specific part of the song you want to listen to.

Fast Forward
Press and hold the ▲ button to Fast Forward the song that is playing.

 

Rewind

If you are playing a song and want to listen to a part of it that has already been played you can use the REWIND feature to back up through the song. This is helpful if you missed some of the lyrics and want to hear them again.
Fast Rewind
Press and Hold the ▼ button to Fast Rewind the song that is playing

 

Display options

After using the fast-forward or rewind feature, the radio will display the elapsed time of the current track; this is useful if you are looking for a particular part of a song. When you are done using the fast forward or rewind feature, if you want to see the track title again, you can toggle the display information to read the track title.
Display Operation
Press the Preset#4 button to switch between the song title information and the play counter. After using the fast-forward or rewind function, the radio will display the elapsed time of the song that is currently playing for 20 seconds.

Repeat

To hear a song again, use the repeat feature to automatically repeat the last track played instead of playing the next track. Press the repeat button until the display shows “RPT ONE”. This will make the current track repeat when it finishes playing. To ensure normal track advance press the repeat button until the radio displays “RPT OFF”.

REPEAT
Press the Preset #5 button to cycle through different repeat options.

 

Random

If you enjoy the shuffle feature of the iPod, you can use our shuffle feature in any playlist or album. Press the random or shuffle button on the radio until the display shows “SHF SONG”. This will make the iPod choose a song at random from the current album or playlist. To turn the shuffle feature off so that your iPod plays the tracks in their original order, pres the random or shuffle button until the radio shows “SHF OFF”.

Random
Press the preset #6 button to cycle through different random options

 

Other Ford Specific Operation
Next Track
Press the SEEK ► button to advance one song in an Album or Playlist

Previous Track
Press the ◄SEEK button to move back one song in an Album or Playlist

Menu Down/Select
Press the Preset #2 button to make a selection or move down one folder in the menu

Menu UP
Press the Preset #1 button to move up one folder in the menu

Exit Browse Menu
Press the Preset #3 button to exit the browse menu and continue playing the current song.

Selecting the iPod (FORD)
Press the “AUX” button on the radio until the display shows AUX, this is the source where you can control the iPod playback
Selecting the iPod (TOYOTA).

Press the “SAT” button on the radio. The iPod should display a check mark, then a Peripheral logo, and the words "OK to disconnect".

 

BROWSING

 

The PXPD2 allows you to search for files on the iPod with its BROWSE Menu. The BROWSE menu consists of 4 categories. These categories are: Artist, Album, Genre and Playlist. The Browse feature works the same as the iPod. All searches begin when you enter the Browse Menu and end with the song selection. You automatically exit the browse menu when the song begins to play. When navigating through the browse menu, if you make a selection that you did not mean to make or you simply decide you want to make a different selection, you can use the MENU UP feature to move back up to the last folder in the browse menu. For example--- if you were searching by artist, after you choose the artist you will move down a folder to choose the album from the selected artist. If you accidentally choose the wrong album, you can use the menu up (preset #1) feature to move back up a folder and choose the correct album, without having to leave the browse menu. If you enter the browse menu and decide not to change the track you are listening to, using the MENU EXIT (preset #3) feature will allow you to leave the browse menu without affecting the song that is currently playing. While browsing, you may encounter a folder that will not allow you to change within that folder using the forward or back buttons. This is because the currently displayed item is the only option in that particular folder. If the radio displays “ALL” when you select a folder in the browse menu, this gives you the option to select all the files in that specific folder. Often this option will be displayed when there are tracks that do not have defined artist or album information. For example—after you select an artist you will move down a folder to the album folder. If the tracks by that artist do not have album information, the album folder may simply display “ALL”. Selecting “ALL” will allow you to move down to the next folder to select a song.

 

Browsing by Artist

 

When you choose to browse by an artist, your radio will display the names of the artist on your iPod. After the desired artist has been selected, the radio will display the Albums from the selected artist. Once the Album has been selected, the tracks from that album will display on the radio.

Press preset #2 to enter the browse menu. The word “BROWSE” will appear on your display. This confirms that you have entered the Browse menu (See Fig 4). Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button until ARTIST is displayed. (“F” in front of the different artist names indicates that this is the folder of Artist (See Fig. 4A) Press preset #2 to select browse by artist. The list of artist on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in Alphabetical order. “AR” will be displayed in front of the artist’s name to indicate that you are searching by artist. Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the artist. If the ARTIST you are looking for is towards the end of the alphabet you can use the ◄ SEEK to search backwards. When the desired artist is displayed on the radio, press preset #2 to select the artist and display the ALBUM by that artist. (See Fig. 4B) The albums from the selected artist will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order. “AL” will be displayed in front of the name of the album to indicate you are searching for an album. (See Fig. 4C) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the albums. Once the desired album is displayed press preset #2 to select the ALBUM. The first song in the album will be displayed. “TR” will be displayed in front of the song title to indicate that a “track” or song title is being displayed. (See Fig. 4D) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the songs in the selected album. Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album, not alphabetically. Once the radio displays the name of the desired song, Press Preset #2 to select and play the desired song. Note: A satellite channel number will be displayed; this number represents the number of the song in that album. The display will automatically change to display to display the title of the chosen song. Note: On some radios text will scroll to show the full track title/artist name.

Fig. 4   Fig. 4A   Fig. 4B     Fig. 4C Fig. 4D

  

Browsing by Album

 

When you choose the browse by Album, the list of albums on you iPod will be displayed on the radio. After the desired Album has been selected, the tracks from that album will be displayed on the radio

Press preset #2 to enter the browse menu. The word “BROWSE” will appear on your display. You have entered the Browse menu. (See Fig. 5)  Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button until ALBUM is displayed. (“F” in front of the different artist names indicates that this is the folder of albums. (See Fig. 5A) Press preset #2 to select browse by Album. The list of Albums on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in Alphabetical order. “AL” will be displayed in front of the album’s name to indicate that you are searching by album folder. Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the albums. If the album you are looking for is towards the end of the alphabet you can use the ◄ SEEK to search backwards. Once the desired album is displayed, press preset #2 to select the desired album. (See Fig 5B)  The first song in the album will be displayed. “TR” will be displayed in front of the song title to indicate that a “track” or song title is being displayed. (See Fig. 5C) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the songs in the selected album. Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album, not alphabetically. Once the radio displays the name of the desired song, Press Preset #2 to select and play the desired song. Note: A satellite channel number will be displayed; this number represents the number of the song in that album. The display will automatically change to display and scroll the beginning of the song title.

Fig. 5   Fig. 5A   Fig. 5B   Fig. 5C

 

Browsing by Genre

 

When you choose to browse the genre, the list of genres on your iPod will be displayed on the radio. After the desired genre has been selected, the radio will display the names of the artist from the selected Genre on you iPod. Once the desired artist has been selected, the radio will display the albums from the selected artist. Once the album has been selected, the songs from that album will be displayed on the radio.

Press preset #2 to enter the browse menu. The word “Browse” will appear on your display. You have entered the Browse menu.  (See Fig. 6) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button until GENRE is displayed. (“F” in front of the different genres indicates that this is the folder of Genres). (See Fig. 6A). Press preset #2 to select browse by Genre. The list of Genres on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in Alphabetical order. “GE” will be displayed to indicate that you are searching for a Genre. Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the Genres. Once the desired Genre is displayed, press preset #2 to select the desired Genre. (See Fig. 6B)  The list of Artist on your ipod from the desired Genre will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order. “AR” will be displayed in front of the artist’s name to indicate that you are searching in the artist folder (See Fig. 6C). Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the artists. If the artist you are looking for is toward the end of the alphabet you may use the ◄SEEK to search backwards. When the desired artist is displayed on the radio, press Preset #2 to select that artist and display the albums by that artist. The Albums from the selected Artist will be displayed one at a time in alphabetical order. “AL” will be displayed in the front of the name of the album to indicate you are searching for an album. (See Fig. 6D) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the albums. Once the desired album is displayed Press preset #2 to select the desired Album. The first song in the album will be displayed. “TR” will be displayed in front of the song title to indicate that a “track” or song title is being displayed. (See Fig. 6E) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the songs in the selected album. Songs are listed in the order in which they appear in the album, not alphabetically. When the radio displays the name of the desired song Press preset #2 to select and play the desired song.   Note: A satellite channel number will be displayed; this number represents the number of the song in that album. The display will automatically change to display and scroll the beginning of the song title.

Fig. 6   Fig. 6A   Fig. 6B   Fig. 6C   Fig 6D         Fig. 6E

  

Browsing by Playlist

 

When you choose to browse by playlist, the list of playlist on you iPod will be displayed on the radio. After the desired playlist has been selected, the tracks from that Playlist will be displayed on the radio.

Press preset #2 to enter the browse menu. The word “Browse” will appear on your display. You have entered the Browse menu. (See Fig. 7) Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button until Playlist is displayed. (“F” in front of the different playlist indicates that this is the folder of Playlist). Press preset #2 to select this browsing method. The Playlist on your iPod will be displayed one at a time in Alphabetical order. Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the Playlist. When the desired Playlist is displayed, press preset #2 to select the desired Playlist. The list of songs in that playlist will be displayed one at a time. “TR” will be displayed in front of the track title to indicate that you are searching for a “track” or song. (See Fig. 7B) The songs will be listed in order that they were added to the playlist. Press the SEEK► or ◄ SEEK button to cycle through the songs in the selected Playlist. When the desired song is displayed on the radio, press Preset #2 to select and play the desired song. Note: A satellite channel number will be displayed; this number represents the number of the song in that album. The display will automatically change to display and scroll the beginning of the song title

Fig. 7   Fig. 7A     Fig. 7B

 

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FORD DASH DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

 

Dash disassembly is not provided by the manufacturer; however Discount Car Stereo did some research and decided to provide this info to aid those customers who prefer to do their own installation.

2004-06 FORD F-150 (NEW STYLE)

 

1. Carefully pry radio dash trim bezel outward, disconnect all harnesses from back of trim bezel and remove bezel
2. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the factory radio to the sub-dash
3. Pull radio forward, disconnect all harnesses and antenna lead and remove radio

 

2005-06 FORD FREESTYLE

 

1. Open the storage compartment located above the radio/vent trim bezel.
2. Starting from the top edge and working your way down the sides toward the bottom, carefully pry the radio/climate control trim bezel forward, disconnect all harnesses from the rear of the trim bezel and remove bezel.
3. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the radio to the sub-dash. Carefully pull radio forward, disconnect all harnesses and antenna lead and remove radio

 

2006 FORD FUSION

 

1. Carefully pry radio dash trim bezel outward, disconnect all harnesses (airbag) from back of trim bezel and remove bezel
2. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the factory radio to the sub-dash
3. Pull radio forward, disconnect all harnesses and antenna lead and remove radio

 

2005-06 FORD F-SERIES SUPER DUTY PICKUPS

 

1. Engage the parking brake
2. For automatic transmission vehicles only, insert key into the ignition and turn to the ON position and depress the brake pedal, (DO NOT START THE VEHICLE!) then place the shift lever into the lowest position.
3. Lower the steering column all the way down
4. Starting at the top edge of the dash trim bezel, carefully unclip and pull forward the dash trim to access all the wire harness connectors attached to the features on the rear of the trim bezel.
5. Carefully disconnect all the connectors on the back side of the dash trim bezel and removal bezel
6. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the radio to the sub-dash
7. Carefully pull radio forward, disconnect the wire harness and antenna lead from the rear of the radio and remove radio.

 

2004-UP FORD FREESTAR & 2004-UP MERCURY MONTEREY

 

1. Carefully unclip and remove the radio/climate control trim bezel from the factory radio
2. Disconnect the harness from the rear of the radio/climate control bezel and remove bezel
3. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the factory radio to the sub-dash
4. Carefully pull radio forward, disconnect the wire harness and antenna lead from the factory radio and remove radio

2005-06 FORD FOCUS

 

1. Carefully pry forward and unclip radio/climate control trim bezel and disconnect the 12V receptacle plug from the rear of the bezel
2. Lay the trim bezel assembly out of the way (disconnecting the climate control cables or harnesses is not necessary)
3. Remove the (4) 9/32 screws securing the radio to the sub-dash
4. Carefully pull factory radio forward, disconnect the wire harness and antenna lead from the rear of the radio and remove radio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Revised November 18, 2009

 

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