Electronics Enclosure Location
The Electronics Enclosure contains the wireless FM transmitter
and the power supply for the three components. You can install
it under a seat, in the center console compartment, in the glove
box or behind the radio. If possible, select a site that provides
convenient access to the enclosure and easy cable routing.
Also, the performance of the wireless FM transmitter depends
on the location and length of the pigtail antenna.
Drive + Play also provides an audio interface to a cell phone,
satellite radio, or any other device that outputs a low-level
audio signal using the Aux In jack. When using the Auxiliary
Input feature, select a mounting site for the electronics
enclosure that provides easy access to the Aux In jack. Other-
wise, you will need to purchase a 3.5mm stereo extension
cable for a longer cable run (see Wiring Diagram on page 5).
Wired FM Adapter
The Wired FM adapter must be plugged into the cable that
connects your vehicle’s antenna to the radio, and is usually
located at the back of the in-dash radio. However, in some
vehicles, it may be located elsewhere. If you are unsure about
the antenna plug’s location, or if your vehicle includes an
amplified or non-standard antenna, consider having your
Drive + Play professionally installed.
iPod Location
With this system, you can place your iPod in any location that
allows you to conveniently connect it to the Drive + Play iPod
cable. Since you don’t have to view the iPod or use its controls,
you can place it inside the center console compartment, the
glove box, or another hidden site.
NOTE: Since an iPod can get hot during operation, avoid tightly
enclosed areas. Review “About Operating and Storage
Temperatures” in your iPod’s User’s Guide.
Planning the Installation
IMPORTANT: When routing wires from any of the components
to the electronics enclosure, be sure to route them away from
any moving parts such as the gear-shift levers, pedals, parking
brake and steering column.
Temporarily place the main components at their proposed sites
and lay out their interconnect cables to judge the cable routes
(see Wiring Diagram on page 5 for wiring options). If a cable
comes up short, try moving one or more components to find a
better run. Next, inspect the vehicle’s interior assembly and
locate areas where cables can be hidden or tucked into seams
(e.g., under the center console housing, along body panel, etc.).
Once you have found the ideal cable runs and component
locations, mark the sites with a pencil and continue with the
installation.
Choosing an Audio Interface
Referring to the Wiring Diagram on the next page, you can
interface the Drive + Play’s audio output to your mobile audio
system in three ways:
Wireless FM Transmission
Only available in selected countries
This method is the most convenient and requires the least
wiring. After setup, you simply tune your radio to the assigned
FM frequency to listen to your iPod. Drive + Play has a built-in
FM transmitter and its software provides a choice of five fixed
FM frequencies or a tunable frequency for areas where none
of the fixed frequency selections are available. See Initial
Setup on page 9 for details about locating an optimum
frequency for best performance of the FM transmitter.
Wired FM Transmission
For better quality FM transmission performance, use the Wired
FM Adaptor for direct connection (via the Antenna jack on the
Electronics Enclosure) to your radio’s antenna input (see Wiring
Diagram on the next page).
NOTE: Depending on your vehicle model, antenna plug
adaptors may be required to connect the Wired FM Adaptor to
your radio and antenna.
Connecting to Audio Out
This method provides the best sound quality, but involves more
wiring. After making the connections and setup, you will select
Auxiliary Input or CD Changer on your audio system to listen to
your iPod. See Initial Setup on page 9 for details.
NOTE: In order to use the Audio Out, your audio system must
have an auxiliary input jack or a CD changer input. A third-
party interface is required for a CD changer input. If your
system has neither feature, FM transmission is the only choice
for the audio interface.
Choosing a Power Interface
Referring to the Wiring Diagram on the next page, you can
connect Drive + Play’s power connections to your vehicle’s
electrical system in one of two ways:
Removable 12-Volt Accessory Power Cable With
Cigarette Lighter Adaptor and In-Line Fuse Holder
This power interface is the most convenient, since the power
cable can be simply plugged into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
outlet. No additional wiring is required.
NOTE: If your cigarette
lighter works even when the car’s ignition switch is in the “off”
position, you’ll have to turn Drive + Play on manually.
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