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What if my vehicle is not listed in the current PIE appilication guide? |
It is not compatible with the current PIE product lines. It might be too new and research time is needed. |
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How do I know if my radio is CD-Changer ready? |
Look for identifiers, like disc Up/ Down buttons, CD button, mode button, etc. |
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The radio recognizes the CD-Changer interface but does not play? |
Make sure CDs are loaded properly, may require a reset (disconnect Neg. batt. terminal for 10 minutes) and try again. |
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Does PIE’s DPX Auxiliary input adapters require a slave unit? |
No, they are independent and will work alone. |
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My GM12-AUX does not switch between factory XM and My
AUX input, what do I do? |
While the factory XM is playing, press the button SEEK UP once then SEEK DOWN once. |
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The application guide lists two different parts for my car, how do
I know which part I need? |
Look at the LOCATION column it will describe Different style connections, find out which one Matches your vehicle (i.e. 20-pin connector at headunit or 13-pin DIN in trunk). |
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Will the satellite interfaces allow text to show on my factory radio? |
Only the GM (GM12) and Chrysler (CHRY02/PC-PIOX) parts will. |
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I have an existing CD Changer (external mounted) can I keep
function of it if I use a DPX auxiliary input converter? |
No, the auxiliary input converter will take place of the CD Changer. |
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Does PIE offer an auxiliary input adapter which allows me to keep function of my external CD Changer? |
Yes, see the X3 application guide for your specific application. |
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If I add a DPX auxiliary input converter will I lose any of the built-in functions of the radio? |
No, the interface does not affect any of the radio functions and will work normally. |
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Can I use PIE parts to add a CD Changer and auxiliary audio input to my car? |
Yes, you will need a DPX plus protocol converter (for a CD Changer of your choice) see application guide and you will need to use the X3 system (for AUX input) see app guide for your vehicle. |
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Will the iPod interface allow me to control the iPod using my radio controls? |
Yes, Using the CD Changer control functions of your radio you will be able to select between 6 or 10 different playlists depending on how many CDs your radio can control. |
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Is a radio with a built-in 6-disc changer considered a “CD Changer” controlling radio? |
No, that is simply a 6-disc radio. A CD Changer controlling radio is one that can control an external mounted/slaved 6 or 10 disc changer. |
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Will the iPod interface display text on my radio display? |
No, it will only display list and song numbers. |
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What is a PIE protocol converter? |
It is a part which allows you to control an aftermarket CD Changer through the buit-in CD Changer control functions of your O.E (stock) radio. |
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Will the PIE auxiliary input adapter GM9-AUX work with the GM 1995-1999 AM/FM/CD radios with the 9-pin plug? |
No, the GM9-AUX requires CD Changer controls and 1995-1999 AM/FM/CD radios have no CD Changer capabilities. 2000 - 2002 AM/FM/CD radio will work. |
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What is an auxiliary audio input port? |
It’s an electronic device which utilizes an existing data port (such as CD Changer port) and converts it to an auxiliary-audio input. |
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My radio stopped recognizing the auxiliary input converter,
what do I Do? |
Sometimes if a battery has been changed or if the vehicle has suffered from a dead battery, the converter and the radio may fall out of synchronization and will require disconnecting the negative (-) battery terminal for about 10 minutes for a quick reset. |
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Do you have anything that works with Navigation? |
Yes, our GM12 interfaces will work with Class II Navigation radios (both touch-screen & non touch-screen versions). The Ford (FRD03) interfaces, will work with the 6-disc in-dash, touch-screen, THX certified Navigation radio. |
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Will the GM12/PC-PIOX or GM12/PC-KNNSR allow presets? |
Yes, the Pioneer interface will allow 6 presets (XM1 or XM2). The Kenwood interface will allow 12 presets (XM1 & XM2). |
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Can I use PIE parts to add a CD Changer and auxiliary
Audio input to my car without having a separate switch? |
Yes, you’ll need a DPX plus protocol converter (for a CD Changer of your choice) see application guide.In addition you’ll need to use an aftermarket auxiliary input adapter. See aftermarket AUX parts. |
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Will the Kenwood KDC-C669 or KDC-C719 work with
The GM9/PC-KNW or GM10/PC-KNW? |
No, These adapters will require the Kenwood changer equipped wit O-N switch next to eject button. C669, C719 & 469FM changers do not have the O-N switch. |
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I hooked up the ALP/AI-RCA or ALP/M-RCA to my Alpine
Versatile Link Radio and my radio will not go into the
AUX mode |
Please refer to the radio owners manual for step by step instructions on how to enable the AUX feature of your radio. |
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I hooked up the PIO/P-RCA to my P-BUS Pioneer radio
And my radio will not go into AUX mode |
Please refer to the radio owners manual for step by step instructions on how to enable the AUX feature of your radio. |
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How do I know if my Alpine radio is AUX input capable? |
Your Alpine radio (AI-Net or M-Bus) need to have a feature called Versatile-Link. This feature allows the radio to switch the function of the CD Changer port to an auxiliary audio input (requires PIE part to convert CD Changer plug to RCA’s). |
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How do I know if my Pioneer radio is AUX input capable? |
All Pioneer P-BUS radios have the auxiliary audio input capability.. |
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