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Test Operation 

 

1.

 

Turn r

adio “ON”

 

2.

 

Press “

AUX

” button on radio 

 

3.

 

Launch audio streaming application.  

4.

 

Set initial volume control on audio device to 50%-- adjust as needed 
based on playback quality (reduce if distorted). Use radio volume button 
to set playback level. 

Warning

Playlist and Track selection is *NOT* possible with C5 radio 

button. Use audio device built-in controls or optional wireless remote to access 
and control audio files and applications

 

 

 

Listening to the CD changer:

   

 

1.

 

Press 

AUX

 button on radio  

(Ensure at least one disc is loaded to the CD changer magazine)

 

2.

 

Disable Bluetooth on audio device

. CD playback is now enabled. 

(Control CD from radio buttons as customary)

 

3.

 

To resume streaming:  

Re-enable Bluetooth 

in audio device settings. Once device pairs, you are 

now back to streaming mode. 

Note:

 Streaming has priority and remains until smart device is unpaired. 

CD changer playback is only possible when Bluetooth is disabled or smart 

device is no longer within range. 

 

5.

 

If correct operation is confirmed, tuck away any extra wires and enjoy!

 

 
Important: 

 

1. Android users with optional wireless remote: Simply 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 changer 

YES

 

YES 

NO

 

NO 

Audio input jack (Aux in) 

*

 

YES 

YES

 

YES 

USB charging port 

included

 

included 

Hands-free calling (HPF) 

YES

 

YES 

YES

 

YES 

Music Streaming (A2DP) 

YES 

YES 

YES 

YES 

Connection (To Radio)  

YES 

YES 

YES 

YES 

Connection (trunk) 

NO 

NO 

NO 

NO 

VR support 

YES

 

YES 

YES

 

YES 

Wireless remote control 

included 

³ 

included 

³

 

Controls from radio buttons 

NO 

NO 

NO 

NO 

Table 2 

Modules 

A2D-C5

 

BLU-C5 

A2D-C5FM

 

Retains changer playback 

YES

 

NO 

YES

 

Requires working CD changer 

YES 

NO 

NO 

Audio input jack (Aux in) 

NO

 

²

 

YES

 

USB charging port 

       NO

 

Hands-free calling (HPF

NO 

NO 

NO 

Music Streaming (A2DP) 

YES

 

YES 

YES 

Connection (To Radio)  

YES 

YES 

YES 

Connection (trunk) 

YES 

YES

 

NO 

VR support (Google only) 

** 

** 

NO 

Wireless remote control 

*

 

*

 

NO 

Controls from radio buttons 

NO 

NO 

NO 

 
*Optional (Select from product order page)  
** Google Voice recognition possible with optional remote control 

² 

PX35

 cable required (sold separately)  

³ Optional media button available

 here

 

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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