About the USA Spec iPod® Interface for GM
You can take it with you. Just because you've got a GM LAN factory radio or navigation receiver in your General Motors vehicle, doesn't mean you have to leave your iPod at home. Just install USA Spec's GM PA20-GM iPod interface — it allows you to listen to all your favorite tunes through your car's speakers, and to control song and playlist selections right from your radio. And with your iPhone® connected, you can even stream music from popular Internet services like PANDORA®, Livio Radio, iHeartRadio, and more.
Just mount the compact interface box in a hidden location in your vehicle, and connect the interface to the XM input on your compatible 2006-up GM LAN factory radio. Plug your iPod into the interface and you'll control and charge your iPod while you drive.
Please enter your vehicle information and check Installation Details to find out if this interface is compatible with your vehicle. You can also call an Advisor at 1-888-955-6000 for help.
Compatibility Note: If you have a newer iPod/iPhone device with a Lightning connector, then you will also need Apple's Lightning to 30-pin adapter. Be sure to check "Details" for specific iPod model compatibility with this iPod adapter.
Product highlights:
- iPod connection interface for select 2006-up XM-ready GM LAN factory stereos
- manage the iPod via your radio's controls
- when iPhone is connected, you can stream tunes from popular Internet services like PANDORA®, Livo Radio, and iHeartRadio
- adjust volume, track up/down, fast forward/rewind
- warranty: 1 year
- MFR # PA20-GM
What's in the box:
USA Spec iPod® Interface for GM owner's manual
- PA20-GM iPod to GM (LAN Bus) interface module
- 10' DIN-cable with a female multi-pin proprietary connector on one end and a male multi-pin proprietary connector on other end
- 4' DIN-to-Molex connector cable
- 6' iPod to interface cable (CB-PA105)
- User Manual
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Overview: This interface adapter (PA20-GM) connects a compatible iPod directly to select GM LAN audio systems. The adapter's on-board software translates commands from GM radio into commands that iPod understands. This interface enables the iPod to be integrated into XM band and provides the following benefits.
- Directs the iPod's audio output to your GM's vehicle audio system for optimal sound quality playback.
- Supports your iPhone's audio streaming apps, such as Pandora, Livio, iHeart Radio, SiriusXM & more (in Direct mode only).
- Controls the iPod via vehicle's radio and steering wheel controls (when applicable).
- Charges the iPod's internal battery, and charging stops automatically at one hour after the iPod is paused. The iPod goes into sleep mode when charging stops.
Vehicle Compatibility: The PA20-GM is compatible with GM 29-bit radios and GM navigation radios that features a CAT button and is XM ready. This interface adapter is able to co-exist with a factory installed XM receiver, built-in CD changer or CD player. The PA20-GM interface is compatible with the following vehicles:
Buick | Chevy | GMC | Saturn |
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2008 Enclave (Nav only) | 2006-2008 Avalanche | 2007-2008 Acadia (Nav only) | 2008 Aura |
2007-2008 Lucerne (Nav only) | 2008 Cobalt | 2007-2008 Sierra | 2007-2008 Outlook |
Cadillac | 2007-2008 Equinox | 2007-2008 Yukon | 2007-2008 Sky |
2006-2008 DTS | 2006-2009 HHR | 2007-2008 Yukon Denali | 2008 Vue |
2007-2008 Escalade | 2006-2009 Impala | Pontiac | ***** |
2007-2008 EVS | 2008-2009 Malibu | 2007-2008 Solistice | ***** |
2007-2008 EXT | 2007-2008 Silverado | 2008 G5 | ***** |
Hummer | 2007-2009 Suburban | 2009 Vibe | ***** |
2008 H2 | 2007-2009 Tahoe | 2008 Torrent | ***** |
Note: If the vehicle is not equipped with an XM receiver, you will need either the CB-GL20 or CB-GL11 adapter cable. Please consult the Crutchfield Car Selector to see if your vehicle is compatible.
Specific Features: The PA20-GM can be used with most new GM LAN radios for CHEVY, BUICK, GMC, Pontiac and more. The interface supports full on-screen menu, control, display and select for NAVIGATION style radios; and on-screen search select for Artist, Album, Song on all radios. The adapter supports full text support for both style radios.
iPod Compatibility: The PA20-GM is "Made for iPod/iPhone" compatible and supports the following iPod/iPhone model features when connected to a compatible GM factory radio (as of 3/4/2015):
iPod/iPhone Model | Generation | Tested Version | Media Type | Control Type | Display Type | Charge | |||
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Audio | Video | Head Unit | iPod/iPhone | Song/Artist Text | Track Info | ||||
iPhone | 2G | 3.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
3G | 4.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
3GS | 5.1.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4/4S | 7.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5/5C5S* | 8.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
6+/6* | 8.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
touch | 1st | 2.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
2nd | 4.2.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
3rd | 5.1.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 6.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5th* | 8.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
nano | 1st | 1.3.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
2nd/3rd | 1.1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
4th | 1.0.4 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
5th | 1.0.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
6th | 1.2 PC | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
7th* | 1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
classic | 80GB | 1.1.2 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
120GB | 2.0.1 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
160GB | 2.0.4 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
video | 5th | 1.3 | Y | N | Y | Y | Y | Y | Y |
Notes:
- *Requires Apple Lightning to 30-pin Adapter (sold separately).
- Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may need to reset the head unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is available.
iPod Text: The PA20-GM provides text based menu on the radio display to access Artist, Album and Playlist folders of your iPod.
Operation Modes: The iPod interface adapter features the following modes of operation.
- Playlist Mode: You can create up to 6 favorite mobile playlist then use your radio's CD changer controls to access and control your playlist.
- Direct Mode: Gives you complete control of your iPod while it is connected to the factory radio. Your iPod is not locked out while connected to the radio and you are able to manually access your complete iPod content. The Radio still can adjust song up/down random or shuffle play but you can manually control your iPod and select any playlist, genre or Artist of your choice.
- Hybrid Mode: Combines features of Direct Mode and Playlist Mode. You can create and access your favorite mobile playlist or directly access all your iPod content manually on your iPod. Your iPod displays song title information and iPod is not locked, so the iPod can be operated manually at all times. (Some iPods may not work in the Hybrid mode.)
App Streaming (in Direct Mode): Direct mode also lets you listen to the sound from your iPhone's downloaded music apps (such as Pandora, iHeart Radio, SiriusXM, etc.) through your factory head unit & speakers. You will continue to control your iPhone's apps & view song/artist information from its touchscreen.
Note: Your iPhone will need an active Data Plan account with connection to the Internet via 3G, EDGE, or WiFi. You will also need applicable music service accounts.
iPod Controls: The PA20-GM provides the following iPod controls from your GM factory radio.
- Playlist: Allows you to access your iPod's Playlist folders. The 1st Playlist is the All Song folder on your iPod by default.
- Artist: Allows you to access your iPod's Artist folders.
- Album: Allows access of your iPod's Album folders.
- Random: Playback of all your iPod tracks in random order.
- 10x: You can skip ahead or backward 10 tracks of your iPod.
- iShortcut: This is a "shortcut" to return to your connected iPod from any band of your vehicle's radio. Your iPod will begin playback from the last track played.
Auxiliary Input: In addition to the iPod input on the PA20-GM there is an auxiliary input (stereo RCA) for use with another source, such as a DVD system, satellite radio, or game system. This aux input can be used with or without the iPod connected. To use the auxiliary input on the interface, dip switch #1 must be set to the "On" position.
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Easy install less than ten mins to do everything. works great with the nav unit in my wifes denali
RUSSELL from Central Texas