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1.1 Before Installation

Before starting work with any wiring, please wait 90 seconds after turning the 
Ignition to the OFF position and disconnecting the negative (-) terminal of the 
battery. This is to ensure that no SRS airbags faults are triggered during the 
installation when disassembling the vehicle’s panels and wiring connections 
for the VLINE module installation.

Please review the entire manual to familiarize yourself of the VLINE module 
and the installation requirements before installing the unit and using it.

1.2 Tools

Have Tools ready for disassembling the dashboard panels to remove the 
stereo.

Some basic tools will be required for stereo removal and installation, Plastic 
prying tools, Phillips head screwdriver,10mm socket and ratchet.  Additional 
tools may be required depending on vehicle and installation preference.

1.3 Vehicle Installation

Each model vehicle dissembles differently. The removal of the stereo and 

CHAPTER 1 — INSTALLATION

PACKAGE CONTENTS

GROM-V

LINE

 

VL2 

SYSTEM

VHA

8A

 Video Cable

Microphone

M

CFHADD Interface 

Cable + Red P-Tap

USB Extension cable

VLine module

GPS Antenna

Summary of Contents for VLINE HON2M

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION MANUAL www gromaudio com www gromaudio com support html HON2M ...

Page 2: ...isplay Harness Cable to factory Display 5 Connect VLine Interface cable to Factory Head unit 6 Connecting to VLine 6 Routing the GPS Antenna 7 Routing the Microphone 8 Mounting the VLine Module 9 Understanding VLine Ports 10 CHAPTER 2 GETTING STARTED 11 SUPPORT 13 WARRANTY 13 EIGHTEEN MONTH 18 LIMITED WARRANTY GRANT OF LICENSE 14 OPERATIONAL WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15 ...

Page 3: ...d the installation requirements before installing the unit and using it 1 2 Tools Have Tools ready for disassembling the dashboard panels to remove the stereo Some basic tools will be required for stereo removal and installation Plastic prying tools Phillips head screwdriver 10mm socket and ratchet Additional tools may be required depending on vehicle and installation preference 1 3 Vehicle Instal...

Page 4: ...play video such as YouTube on a display while the vehicle is in motion do not use VLine without running the engine for the extended period of time as it can drain the battery Do not use Vline in a manner that would distract the driver or that may otherwise cause injury or death to vehicle occupants or bystanders IT IS ILLEGAL IN MOST STATES OF THE UNITED STATES AND MAY BE ILLEGAL IN OTHER JURISDIC...

Page 5: ...cable that was previously connected connect VHA8A Reconnect disconnected cable back to the VHA8A cable Locate 14 pin WHITE and 5 pin GREEN connectors at the back of the stereo Disconnect what was previously connected and connect MCFHAHDD cable to both the corresponding ports at the back of the stereo Reconnect previ ously disconnected factory cables back to MCFHAHDD cable ...

Page 6: ...module and connect them to the correctly labeled ports 6 Connect reverse wire on MCFHAHDD interface to the main stereo harness Use supplied red posi tap connector and refer to the separate manual to locate reverse wire on the main stereo harness and tap the reverse wire on VLine MCFHAHDD interface cable to it Refer to the separate manual ...

Page 7: ...f dashboard or to outside of vehicle whichever you prefer We recommend mounting it inside of vehicle on passenger side of the dashboard as shown below Make sure GPS antenna is facing up and there are no onstructions in front of it Plug the GPS antenna into the CAMERA AV1 on VLine Note that there is no GPS antenna for VLite VLine Lite ...

Page 8: ...one into the MIC port of the VLine module 8 Testing VLine Operation Test VLine Operation before mounting the dashboard back WARNING Make sure to reconnect all unplugged connectors back to the vehicle before cycling the ignition Cycle the ignition and press AUX to enter VLine mode You might need to press AUX few times If VLine appears on the screen and all factory functions such as climate controls...

Page 9: ...video cables to avoid problems with video signal There should be no any bends of the video cable next to the con nectors that go to the back of the stereo or VLine and no any sharp bends anywhere else Secure VLine with zip ties velcro or mounting brackets to make sure the VLine does not bounce or move while the vehicle is in motion Install the interface in a location free from heat humidity moving...

Page 10: ...ormatted FAT32 File system format exFAT and NTFS are not supported HDMI IN HDMI input connection to connect external video sources add plugin to Dashlinq Launcher to use feature HDMI OUT N A not used MIC Microphone input Connect 3 5mm Mono Microphone Understanding VLine Ports HDMI IN HDMI Input MicroSD Card Pin side up Pin Side Up N A Not Used GPS AV Camera Input WiFi Bluetooth Antenna Microphone ...

Page 11: ... Turn Ignition Switch back to ACC or ON Position 6 Press the AUX button until you are able to select the VLINE interface may take more than 2 presses of the AUX for accessing as first press is for built in CD DVD changer in most cases 2 2 Functions No factory functions of the stereo will be disabled Factory Bluetooth Navigation Radio and CD player will remain functional Selecting the VLINE mode Pr...

Page 12: ... of the USB ports on VLine VL2 Download Android Auto app on your phone grant all permissions and allow all notific ations Use Android Auto plugin on VLine to enter Android Auto See video http bit ly vline android auto User Manual Please refer to the User Manual included with your purchase regarding to the next steps required to set up your VLine Infotainment System ...

Page 13: ...equential damages of any kind including water damage resulting from malfunctions defects misuse improper installation or alteration of this product All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 18 month as follows Within the first 18 months from the date of purchase subject to the conditions above GROM Audio will repair or replace the product at their discretion if it is defective in th...

Page 14: ... and the related documentation solely for your own personal use or for internal use by your business only on such GROM PRODUCTS You shall not copy reverse engineer translate port modify or make derivative works of the Software contained in the PRODUCT You shall not loan rent disclose publish sell assign lease sublicense market or otherwise transfer the Software in the PRODUCT or use it in any mann...

Page 15: ... USE OF SAID PRODUCTS THE END USER ACKNOWLEDGES ITS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF THE PRODUCT THE ADDITION OF GROM PRODUCTS AND ANY AFTER MARKET EQUIPMENT MAY ENHANCE THE VALUE OF A VEHICLE OR CAUSE A THIRD PARTY TO ILLEGALLY ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE PRODUCTS AND AFTER MARKET EQUIPMENT GROM DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY RELATED TO SUCH THEFT AND POTENTIAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY IT IS THE END USERS RESPONSIBILI...

Page 16: ...e states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This Warranty Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability shall not be applicable to the extent that any federal state or local law which cannot be preempted prohibits any provision of this Warranty Any use of the PRODUCTS where it is illegal to do so may be...

Page 17: ...UNITED STATES AND MAY BE ILLEGAL IN OTHER JURISDICTIONS FOR ANY TELEVISION OR OTHER VIDEO DISPLAY STREAM TRANSMISSION OR BROADCAST TO BE VISIBLE TO THE DRIVER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION YOU AGREE NOT TO USE ANY VISUAL COMPONENT OF GROM Product WHILE IN CONTROL OF A MOVING VEHICLE WHERE DOING SO WOULD BE ILLEGAL OR DANGEROUS TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS OR BYSTANDERS DOING OTHERWISE CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS...

Page 18: ...only and is not intended to be relied upon in situations where precise location information is needed or where erroneous inaccurate or incomplete location data may lead to death personal injury property or environmental damage Real world traffic restrictions advisories and conditions are always more important than guidance given by third party navigation mapping data providers Neither GROM Audio n...

Page 19: ...VE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR CLAIM C GOVERNING LAW THIS AGREEMENT and all Purchases hereunder shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of California without regard to conflicts of law rules You agree that the Courts of California shall have exclusive jurisdiction over the Parties for all disputes D FORCE MAJEURE GROM shall not be liable for any delay ...

Page 20: ...ercially reasonable steps to diagnose the source of the noise Depending on the situation noise suppressors and filters may need to be installed in order to correct the problem Due to the nature of electronics noise may not be correctable in all cases IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND PURCHASED DIRECTLY FROM GROM AUDIO PLEASE RETURN THE GROM PRODUCTS IN ORIGINAL CONDITION AND IN ORIGINAL PAC...

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