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PRODUCT SAFETY & DISCLAIMER

  

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PERSONAL 
INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY 

 

This installation guide is provided as a GENERAL installation guide; some vehicles vary and may 
require additional steps. We do not accept responsibility for third party labor charges or 
modifications. Exercise due-diligence when installing this product.

 

 

We do not accept any responsibility for vehicle damage or personal injury resulting from the 
installation of this product. 

 

 

Careless installation and operation can result in equipment damage.

 

Requirements: 

1997-04 Corvette 

Functioning 12-disc CD Changer in trunk/hatch

 

 

Introduction: 

 
If your C5 has a functional 12-disc changer and looking to add music streaming; the 
A2D-C5 is for you!  

Users may opt to connect module at the radio or 10-pin CD 

changer plug at changer location in hatch/trunk. The required 12-disc CD 
changer remains connected and operational; however, 

if vehicles 12-disc 

changer malfunctions, this module will not work. 

To operate, simply pair 

smartphone or tablet and enjoy GPS prompts, Apple music, Pandora and more on 
the car system. All controls and display remain with audio device 

 C5 radio 

buttons (except volume) do not apply. 

See Frequently Asked question at the end of this guide. 

Installation 1: 

(To radio using the PXHGM4 harness)

 

 

Warning

The PXHGM4 harness connects module to radio. The PXHGM2 

harness connects module at the CD changer location. 

 

 

Radio removal required. (

Click links below for radio removal video)  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gcrlufo1ctc

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTbWYNJTSDs 

 
1.

 

Press black release tab to disconnect 20-pin plug from radio. (See 

Fig. 1

 

Fig. 1

 

2.

 

Connect factory 20-pin plug (from step 1) to installation harness matting 
20-pin white socket (See 

Fig. 2

). 

 

Fig. 2

 

radio install harness 

3.

 

Connect installation harness 20-pin black/gray plug (See 

Fig. 2

) to radio 20-

pin socket vacated in step 1 

4.

 

Tuck and secure any extra wires away from moving parts and 

proceed to 

“Pairing”

 on page 5.

 

 

Summary of Contents for A2D-C5

Page 1: ...Courtesy of DiscountCarStereo com Serving the internet community since 1995 A2D C5 v 4 6 20 QUICKSTARTMUSICSTREAMINGINSTALLATIONGUIDEFOR1997 04CORVETTEWITH FUNCTIONING12 DISCCDCHANGER ...

Page 2: ...12 disc CD changer remains connected and operational however if vehicles 12 disc changer malfunctions this module will not work To operate simply pair smartphone or tablet and enjoy GPS prompts Apple music Pandora and more on the car system All controls and display remain with audio device C5 radio buttons except volume do not apply See Frequently Asked question at the end of this guide Installati...

Page 3: ...sc changers are mounted vertically See Fig 6 obstructing 10 pin plug however it is possible to blindly disconnect plug by reaching underneath and pressing release tab or simply dismounting changer from bracket Fig 6 12 disc changer in hatch 2 Connect factory 10 pin plug See Fig 7 to installation harness to 10 pin socket white See Fig 8 Fig 7 10 pin plug Fig 8 socket 3 Connect installation harness ...

Page 4: ...this purpose Fig 6 fuse tap circuit How to use the Add a fuse circuit connection 5 Strip 1 4 3 8 insolation from included accessory wire 6 Look inside blue connector to see where metal ends Useful in step d 7 Insert stripped wire to blue connector See Fig 4 8 Hold wire in place and crimp down crimping too plyers etc After crimp pull wire to verify crimp integrity 9 Remove fuse 22 or 11 if present ...

Page 5: ...turn on off with ignition key 12 Tuck and secure any extra wires away from moving parts and proceed to Pairing Pairing Pairing process varies among devices but the process is the same These steps are done upon initial install and will not have to be repeated The range on this device is approximately 30 ft so operation is possible if audio device is within range 1 Turn Ignition and radio ON Green L...

Page 6: ...k however instead of fumbling audio device you simply press the familiar remote control buttons while also keeping your eyes on the road Optional remote control allows users to 1 Control music wirelessly 2 Track up down 3 Volume up down Bluetooth remote does not control C5 radio functions Pairing Bluetooth remote Remote Control Operation Use wireless remote to perform the following functions on an...

Page 7: ... it not currently offered with PXHGM2 harness to trunk hatch Optional USB Charging port Charging notes 1 iPhone Fast charge kicks in when battery capacity is between 0 and 79 but stops when it reaches 80 Fast charge is available on iPhone 8 and later 2 Supports BC1 2 QC2 0 QC3 0 PE1 1 PE2 0 FCP SFCP fast charge protocols Apple Samsung Huawei etc USB kit Installation A Flush to dash panel requires ...

Page 8: ...nt USB support bracket See Fig 14 2 Use tape backing or screws to secure bracket Fig 14 mounting bracket 3 Insert 3ft through hole in bracket See Fig 15 and connect to USB port on installation harness See Fig 11 Fig 15 4 Snap USB head to bracket until flush See Fig 16 Fig 16 Alternate Connect audio device charging cable directly to USB port on harness See Fig 11 and route the plug to dash area or ...

Page 9: ...ply press play pause button to switch between music streaming and CD changer playback 2 CD changer functionality is retained and at least one disc must be loaded to changer magazine Feature comparison Bluetooth Hands free calls audio streaming A2DP See table 1 Audio streaming only See Table2 Table 1 Modules A2DIY C5CD C5CD HF A2DIY C5 C5 HF Retains changer playback YES NO NO Requires working CD ch...

Page 10: ...nd retains CD Changer 7 Does the A2D C5 work on all model year Corvette radios NO this module works on 1997 04 Corvette C5 radios with functional 12 disc changer must have changer otherwise purchase our A2D C5FM 8 Bluetooth plays until turn signals wipers headlights etc are switched on then Bluetooth cuts in out Does this indicate a problem with module This is likely a fault in vehicles power supp...

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