FRD04-POD/S
The FRD04-POD/S allows you to operate your iPod (Mini,
Nano, G4, G5) using the OEM satellite radio controls of
your Ford/Lincoln or Mercury Group radio. Using this
interface, the iPod will take the place of the Ford Satellite
system, providing you with one of the most interactive
OEM iPod “INTERFACES” in the industry.
Control of the iPod through the OEM radio includes, but
is not limited to:
•
Individual search by artist, album, playlist, song,
composer etc…
•
Ability to display the following TEXT fields:
•
Artist name
•
Song name
•
Album title
•
Playlist name
•
The option of using the OEM radio or iPod to control
your iPod.
•
Direct audio connection for optimal sound quality.
•
Charging of the iPod.
NOTE 1: If OEM Ford Satellite radio is present, you
must disconnect it (at the tuner location) before
installing this interface.
iPod COMPATIBILITY:
Model
Firmware
iPod Mini
1.4.1
G4 (4
th
generation iPod)
3.1.1
Color • Photo
1.2.1
Nano
1.3
Video 1.2.1
Note: iPod control functions may not remain the same
after updating the iPod with firmware not specified
in this manual.
VEHICLE APPLICATIONS:
For use with the following vehicles when equipped with
satellite ready radios with 16-pin radio connectors and an
“AUX” button:
*FORD
F150
2006-2007
Explorer
2006-2007
Focus
2006-2007
Freestyle 2006-2007
Fusion
2006-2007
Mustang
2006-2007
Sport-Trac 2007
*LINCOLN
Mark LT
2006-2007
*MERCURY
Mountaineer
2006-2007
Milan
2006-2007
*NOTE: Some late-build 2005 model radios may have satellite
radio capability, however, there is no definite way to
determine this.
Not compatible if vehicle is equipped with OEM
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), navigation, or
factory satellite radio (see NOTE 1).
INTRODUCTION
This operations manual has been prepared to provide a
thorough description on how to interface and operate the
iPod with your OEM car stereo. All vehicles require
different PIE interfaces and installation techniques. The
information given is for guidance and each installer should
make necessary decisions that are not covered by this
guide.
Precision Interface Electronics strongly recommends
professional installation of all aftermarket equipment. The
terms of warranty demand that professional assistance of
an experienced installer be present, as the installation
requires special tools and knowledge
.
WARNINGS
1.
Ensure that the vehicle’s battery terminal (-) is
disconnected before installation. Disconnecting the battery
terminal before installing this interface ensures proper
synchronization and helps avoid possible synchronization
errors.
2.
Ensure that normal control and operation of the vehicle
is not impaired by the installation, mounting all pieces
securely and preventing interference to necessary vehicle
operation.
3.
This interface is suitable for use only in vehicles with a
12-volt negative grounding. Use on other supply voltages
or alternative polarity will damage the equipment.
Please read the installation guide thoroughly,
making special note to the warning section,
before beginning installation.
Installation of interface to vehicle
1.
Remove the factory Ford radio to gain access to the
necessary connectors.
2.
Disconnect the factory 16-pin (if present) connector
from the rear of the radio.
3.
Connect the male 16-pin connector of the FRD04-
POD/S into the radio.
4.
Reconnect the factory 16-pin (if present) connector into
the mating connector of the FRD04-POD/S.
5.
Connect the Grey/Violet wire to a 12 Volt- constant
source. (Such as the cigarette lighter) Connect the
Green/Black wire to chassis ground.
6.
Connect the 10-pin Molex connector of the
interface harness to the mating connector of the
interface black box.
7.
Connect the male DB15 connector of the 4-foot
dock cable to the interface black box.
8.
Route the 4-foot dock cable to the iPod location
(i.e. center console or glove box) do not connect iPod
yet.
10. Re-install the OEM radio back into dash.
