The PIE GM12-AUXV2 Auxiliary Input Converter connects to the CD changer connector at the rear of the factory radio in many 2000 through 2007 GM factory radios (Please see Specific Vehicle Application List below), to create an external auxiliary input that you can then use to connect the audio from any external audio source, like the audio from an MP3 player, a portable DVD player, computer, video game, any audio device that has an audio output connector.
Installation is simple as this auxiliary input converter connects to the 12-pin connector, shown at right, that is located on the back of the factory radio, using the vehicle specific cable that comes with the interface (Click on image to see larger photo of the rear of the radio). You then connect the black wire from the interface wiring harness to chassis ground and the yellow wire to a 12V constant source and you’re done!
Depending on what factory options your vehicle has, there could already be a factory wiring harness plugged into the 12-pin radio connector. The wiring harness that comes with this interface device is designed with a 'Y' connector that allows you to reconnect the factory wiring harness, if so equipped, once the interface is installed, keeping all existing factory options functional. If there is no factory wiring harness plugged into the 12-pin connector, the 12-pin 'Y' harness will remain empty after installation.
With this device installed, you will have created an auxiliary audio input to your factory radio, which will now allow you to plug in any external audio source, like the audio from a portable MP3 player, satellite tuner, DVD player, or iPod, into the left & right RCA-type connectors (shown at left), and play the audio from that external audio device directly through your factory radio. This is a direct-connect device and NOT an FM Modulator. An FM modulator requires you to tune to an FM radio station in order to listen to the audio from the external audio device. This device does not work like that.
Comes complete with all cables and connectors to connect the interface to your vehicle. See "Additional Add-on Items", shown below, for any additional cables or connectors you might need to connect your specific audio device to the RCA-type connectors on this interface.
Please Note: This is a direct-connect audio-only auxiliary input converter, and does not allow you to control the external audio device that is connected to it.
Additional Add-on Items You May Need to Complete Installation:
If you need more than one audio input, you can convert the single auxiliary input of this device into three auxiliary inputs by adding the AUX3.
If you are wanting to connect a Zune™ player with this interface, you can connect directly to the bottom connector of the Zune by adding the SoundGate ZNCBLPAK CORE™ Cable pack.
If you are wanting to connect an iPOD™ with this interface, you can connect directly to the bottom connector of the iPOD by adding the SoundGate PDCBLPAK CORE™ Cable pack. (Provides 5V charging for all new iPODs and iPhones, including the 3G)
If you are wanting to connect to the earphone jack of your audio device, you can convert the RCA inputs on this interface to a 3.5mm input by adding the PIE 3.5-RCA6MM Interface.
If you are using this interface to connect the audio from any MP3 player, cell phone or GPS nav device, and you want to mount your personal mobile device safely and securely to the dash of your vehicle without drilling any holes, you can add the SoundGate M2 universal mobile device. Great for leased vehicles, company cars and rental cars and vehicles.
Compatibil;ity Information:
The installation will be flawless IF you take your time making all the connections as detailed in the installation instructions packed with the device. Following the installation sequence is critical to ensure the proper recognition of the GM12-AUXV2 by the factory radio.
Works in vehicles with a "BAND" button
Will also work in vehicles with just a "CD/AUX" button
Works with radios that have the navigation option
Works with radios that have the 6-disc in-dash CD changer option
Works with vehicles equipped with the factory DVD player
Works with vehicles equipped with either the factory XM tuner, or the externally-mounted (not the in-dash CD changer) factory CD changer, but not vehicles with both options.
NOT compatible in 2005 and up vehicles with both factory XM and externally mounted (not in-dash) factory CD changer installed
Vehicle Specific Application List:
Cadillac
2003-2006 Escalade
2003-2006 EXT
Chevrolet
2003-2006 Avalanche
2003-2005 Blazer
2005-2006 Canyon
2003-2005 Cavalier
2004-2006 Colorado
2005-2007 Corvette
2000-2005 Impala
2000-2005 Lumina
2003-2006 C/K Trucks
2003-2005 S-10
2003-2006 Silverado
2007 Silverado (Classic Body Style)
2004-2006 SSR
2003-2006 Suburban
2003-2006 Tahoe
2003-2006 Trailblazer (Not compatible with 2003 6-disc in-dash CD changer radios with no 'Band' button and only 'CD/AUX' button)
2000-2005 Venture
GMC
2004-2006 Canyon
2002-2006 Envoy
2003 S-15/Sonoma
2003-2006 Sierra/Sierra Denali
2003-2006 Yukon/Yukon Denali/Yukon XL
Hummer
2003-2007 H2
2004-2007 H2T
Pontiac
2002-2006 Aztek
2001-2005 Grand Am
2004-2006 Grand Prix
2000-2005 Montana
2000-2005 Sunfire
2003-2005 Vibe
