GROM Audio USB2P Manual de usuario
GROM-USB2P MP3 car stereo adapter kit
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter – Introduction
. Subject p.2
.2 Functionality Highlights p.2
.3 Main Features in USB and Android® phone Mode p.2
.4 Main Features in iPod®/iPhone® Mode p.2
.5 Bluetooth Hands Free and Wireless, AUX-IN p.2
.6 Precautions p.2
.7 Disclaimer p.3
.8 Completeness and connection of set p.3
.9 Important Compatibility Notes p.4
. 0 EXT /EXT2 ports p.4
Chapter 2 – General Installation
2. General Installation p.4
2.2 Tools needed p.4
2.3 Preparation and adapter installation p.5
2.4 Installation Troubleshooting p.6
Chapter 3 – Usage manual
3. Different MODES of GROM-USB p.7
3.2 Android Device Operation p.8
3.2.1 Android Setup and Operation p.8
3.2.2 Android Operation Troubleshooting p.8
3.3 Operation in USB Mode p.9
3.3.1 Supported USB Storage Devices p.9
3.3.2 Supported formats p.9
3.3.3 Directories Setup p.10
3.3. Basic Features p.11
3.3.5 Detailed operation instructions p.12
3.3.6 USB Operation Troubleshooting p.12
3.4 iPod/iPhone Mode Operation p.12
3. .1 Simple Mode p.13
3. .2 Advanced Mode p.13
3. .3 Playlist set up for advanced mode p.14
3. . When car ignition is OFF p.14
3. .5 Troubleshooting p.14
3.5 AUX Mode -- AUX-IN or Bluetooth Operation p.15
3.5.1 AUX-IN input p.15
3.5.2 Bluetooth Dongle p.15
Chapter 4 – Support p.15
Chapter 5 – Warranty, license and disclaimer p.16
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Chapter 1 – Introduction
1.1 Subject
Thank you for purchasing the GROM-USB2P adapter. It has been designed to provide endless hours of listening
pleasure through most vehicle factory stereos. To ensure that your GROM-USB2P interface performs correctly in
your vehicle, we recommend that you read this entire manual before attempting to install the GROM interface.
1.2 Functionality Highlights
- Easily access your media collection in your car, including shuffling songs, skipping between tracks, and adjusting the volume—
all with only your factory car stereo head unit or multifunction steering wheel controls.
- Listen to your favorite music directly from virtually any USB mass storage device, flash stick or portable hard drive, requiring no
dedicated media player.
- Android® phone (most supported) play, charge and control through USB port via standard USB cable.
- iPod®/iPhone® play, charge and control via additional IPod cable (sold separately).
- Bluetooth or AUX-IN integration. To get AUX-IN you will need GROM MiniDin to 3.5mm audio and 5V USB charging cable, to
get the Bluetooth hands free and wireless functionality you will need GROM-BTD Bluetooth Dongle (both sold separately).
1.3 Main Features in US or Android Phone Mode
- Ability to listen to songs in car on USB mass storage device (such as flash drive) or Android phone (using free AALinQ app from
Google® Play Store).
- Ability to control music from car stereo or steering wheel buttons.
- Folders on the USB drives are mapped to an individual “Disc” button on car stereo’s dashboard (different for SAT emulation –
please refer to your installation manual). Play lists on Android phone are mapped to Discs.
- Number of “Discs” limited to the car stereo (up to 99 on select stereos).
- Last listened song position within the Playlist is remembered and time position is restored upon ignition cycle.
- Android phone is charged while in car.
1.4 Main Features in iPod/iPhone Mode
- Ability to play, charge and control iPod/iPhone – all using your factory car stereo.
- Playlists on the iPod/iPhone are mapped to an individual “Disc” button on car stereo’s dashboard (different for SAT emulation –
please refer to your installation manual).
- Number of “discs” limited to the car stereo (up to 99 on select stereos)
- Last listened song position within the playlist is remembered (may not apply to some iPod)
- Last listened song time position is restored upon ignition cycle (may not apply to some iPod)
1.5 luetooth Hands Free and Wireless Audio, AUX-IN Features
- With hands free (HFP) you can receive the phone calls through the factory car stereo, answer or reject the phone calls using car
stereo or steering wheel controls, speak to the other person using microphone provided with GROM Bluetooth Dongle.
- Wireless music play from your phone to the factory car stereo (A2DP), control the music or Pandora® internet radio with the car
stereo or steering wheel buttons (AVRCP).
- AUX-IN 3.5mm audio connector for any audio source, and additional 5V charging port.
1.6 Precautions
Proper mounting location securely installs the interface in a location free from heat, humidity, moving parts, or direct
sunlight. Beware of hot-air flow from your vehicle’s climate control system. The interface should be secured in a
suitable location, free of sharp metal edges, using double-sided tape, Velcro, or wire ties. The adapter’s operating
temperature range is -30°C to +70°C (-2 °F to +158°F)
1.7 Disclaimer
- This product is not affiliated with any of the OEM manufacturers
- Modifying the stereo may void any existing warranty
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- The purchase of this product carries no warranties, either expressed or implied
- GROM Audio has confirmed the listed stereo and vehicle application to the best of our ability. Due to uncontrollable factors
and various factory options, Grom Audio cannot 100% guarantee every listed application. These factors include variables
such as inconsistencies within a factory stereo, factory stereo models unknown to Grom Audio and any partial model year
changes.
- Keep your eyes on the road while driving!
- We are not liable for the misuse of this product, including improper installation, damage to the board or stereo during
installation, and the illegal use of the stereo
1.8 Completeness and connection of set
a) The GROM audio adapter set consists of the GROM-USB main interface, one USB cable, and one vehicle-specific cable.
1. GROM USB2P interface 2.One USB 3FT cable 3. One Vehicle specific cable
Figure 1. Package contents
b) The basic package does not include the optional accessories that you can purchase separately:
GROM compatible iPod cable AUX MiniDin 3.5mm USB charge cable GROM Bluetooth Dongle
Figure 2. Optional Accessories (sold separately)
c) The basic wiring diagram of the GROM Audio adapter is detailed in Figure 3 (some installs may differ):
Figure 3. Basic wiring diagram.
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1.9 Important Compatibility Notes
- If your vehicle is equipped with an external factory CD changer, you must disconnect it in order to be able to install the GROM
interface. You will lose the use of the external CD changer to gain the use of your USB device, iPod, Bluetooth or MP3 player.
The built-in CD changer will remain operational. SAT if present may need to be disconnected in some case.
- If your vehicle has factory SAT and GROM adapter is using SAT emulation, you must disconnect factory SAT to gain the use of
your USB device, iPod, Bluetooth or MP3 player. This is applicable to Nissan/Infinity with SAT emulation, Honda/Acura 03 and up
with SAT emulation, Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, Mazda 3,5 08-09 and Subaru 07-09. For a full version of the GROM compatibility
guide, please visit http://gromaudio.com/grom_application_guide.pdf or contact GROM Audio at
http://gromaudio.com/support.html.
1.10 EXT1/EXT2 ports
Please refer to the picture below for the proper connection of the accessories to the EXT1/EXT2 ports on GROM-USB2P module.
Figure 4. EXT ports, accessories connection.
Chapter 2 – General Installation
2.1 Installation location
Most installations will require removing the factory stereo in order to plug in the vehicle- specific harness. For some vehicles, you
will also have the option to connect the interface to the factory pre-run CD changer cable located in the trunk or glove box.
2.2 Tools needed
In most cases, there are no special tools required in order to remove the stereo. For some stereos (e.g., VW, Audi), it is better to
use car stereo removal tools. Please consult your local car audio shop or your vehicle’s dealership for instructions or assistance
as necessary. If you are unsure how to install the interface properly, we recommend contacting your local car stereo shop for
assistance. Some installation examples can be found at www.gromaudio.com.
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2.3 Preparation and adapter installation
. Turn off car engine and remove key from ignition
2. If your stereo uses a Security Code, make sure that you have the code before unplugging the stereo.
3. Remove your stereo from the dash in order to gain access to the back of the stereo. Some vehicles require special tools to
remove the stereo. Please consult your vehicle’s dealership or a local car audio professional, if necessary.
4. Attach the car harness connector to the CD changer port in the back of the stereo. Be sure to make a secure connection with
no bent pins, but do not force it. Connect the other end to the interface.
For VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda with dashboard cable only:
There is a black single cable on the vehicle-specific harness (Figure 5) that you will need to attach to the back bolt of the car
stereo or the stereo chassis stereo.
Figure 5. VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda Connection Scheme
Remove the PVC from the end of the black wire (2)
•Connect the end of the black wire (2) to the metal part of the car stereo chassis. You can connect it under the bolt (3) if it
is present
•Make sure that solid contact is made between the striped black wire and the metal part of the car stereo body.
•Note: Failure to attach the black cable to the chassis of the stereo will result in the GROM adapter not working!
All of the specified vehicles require this black cable to be attached.
5. For Audi vehicles only: Some Audi head units require an additional part (AUDS cable) or harness modification to gain the
access to the CD changer port. A solid 20-pin connector occupies the 8-pin CD changer port on such stereos. Please refer to
the instructions at http://gromaudio.com/docs/grom-audi-how-to.html for more information.
6. For BMW, Ford, Nissan, Infiniti, Volvo, Mazda 08- 2 vehicles only: Please refer to the installation insert for the special
guidelines for BMW, Ford, Nissan, Volvo and Mazda installation.
7. For Toyota and Honda (03 and up) vehicles:
On some Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles and Honda/Acura (03 and up) vehicles, the CD changer port is occupied by a factory
harness (such as NAV or audio harness). The GROM package for Toyota and for Honda/Acura (HON1) includes a Y-shaped
vehicle cable. In order to connect the interface properly, please refer to Figure 5. If stereo port is already empty, simply plug
GROM cable into stereo.
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Figure 6. Connection Toyota/Lexus/Scion and Honda/Acura
8. Turn your car stereo on and switch it over to CD Changer mode using the Disc/Mode/CD/AUX buttons on your car stereo
(depending on the stereo type). You may have to press CD/Disc twice to access CD Changer mode. Your display should now
show Disc 1, Track 01 or similar.
9. Connect the USB cable to the USB device. Turn on your car stereo and play some music from your USB device (folders
need to be setup). You should hear the sound coming from the car stereo speakers.
0. Once you confirmed the operation of the interface, continue with the installation. If you have trouble with the installation,
please see our troubleshooting section.
. Find a place for the GROM USB adapter. In many cars, the dash offers sufficient room for installation.
Note: Make sure you mount the GROM USB adapter in a place with sufficient room so that, when you remount the car stereo,
you do not break the adapter. We strongly recommend you mount unit in easy access location
2. You may use the glove box or other spaces on the dash to direct the USB cables away from the unit.
3. Remount your car stereo, making sure it fits securely.
4. Adapter mounting in the trunk (for VW and BMW only)
•Locate trunk mounting cable in your car (usually located in the left side of the car in the back)
•Disconnect existing CD changer, if any.
•Attach matching cables
Note for BMW trunk installations: Some BMW are factory wired for the cellular phone. Except for wire location, the factory
cellular phone connector looks identical to the factory 3-pin connector used for the CD changer. The CORRECT 3-pin
connector for the CD-Changer has a BROWN wire (ground) in the #1 pin position. Please make certain you use this connector.
The INCORRECT factory cellular phone connector has a BROWN wire in the center position – DO NOT USE THIS
CONNECTOR.
Congratulations! You have installed the GROM USB adapter and may use it immediately with your USB device, MP3 player,
Android phone, or iPod/iPhone/iPad.
2.4 Installation Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy
Stereo is not recognizing
the GROM USB adapter
Some Honda, Toyota, and Lexus car stereos
have to be restarted before the stereo
catches the signal
After connecting the adapter, turn the stereo
on; turn the ignition off and then back on
Stereo is not recognizing
the GROM USB adapter
External CD changer is present Make sure to disconnect the external CD
changer
Stereo is not recognizing
the GROM USB adapter
Bad cables or cables are not connected
properly between the interface box and car
stereo.
Check connection and cables making sure
they are secure with no bent pins.
No music is audible from
the MP3 player
CD changer is not selected Make sure CD changer, SAT mode, or AUX is
selected (correct key depends on your stereo)
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Symptom Cause Remedy
No power Bad connection Check the cable connections.
For VAG only:
Stereo is not recognizing
the GROM USB adapter
Single black wire on the vehicle-specific
harness is not grounded properly.
Make sure black cable is properly grounded
For BMW S (dash
install) only:
Stereo is not recognizing
the GROM USB adapter
Audio is not coming from
the speakers.
Audio is coming only
from one speaker
Bus wire may have become loose.
Sometimes, when using Posi-Tap clips, the
Bus wire may not receive proper connection
due to its wire size.
10-pin audio cable on BMWS harness is not
inserted properly.
The10-pin sound connector is not correctly
aligned.
Make sure the Bus wire is securely attached by
using a multimeter or slightly tighten the Posi-
Tap connector. Refer to the BMWS cable
manual.
Make sure that the 10-pin audio cable on
BMWS harness is inserted properly, with white
stripe or arrow facing up. If radio has 12-pin
connector, make sure to skip “1” column of
pins when connecting 10-pin GROM
connector.
Make sure that the 10-pin sound connector on
the vehicle cable is correctly aligned. Please
refer to the BMWS harness manual.
Chapter 3 – Usage manual
3.1 Different MODES of GROM-US (for CD changer emulation only!)
Please read this part entirely before attempting to change the modes. You will need to perform all the steps below
quickly within -2 seconds interval.
Depending on your GROM firmware version, GROM-USB can work in two or three modes: USB, AUX (EXT) or iPod.
Step I. When you need to switch between the MODES, first you will need to enter into the “MODE CHANGING” state on your car
stereo. There are two possible scenarios:
1. The stereo is already in the CD changer mode (GROM USB is activated). Press FM/AM -> wait 1-2 second -> press CD
(DISC).
2. The stereo is in any other mode (FM, SAT, etc…): press CD (DISC) -> wait 1-2 second -> press FM/AM -> wait 1
second -> press CD (DISC).
Step II. You will hear the voice announcing the currently playing mode (USB, iPod or AUX). To switch to the next mode, press
Next Track button quickly (>, ^ or respective button on your car stereo) while the voice prompt is announcing. The next mode will
be announced right after. If you need to select another mode, simply press Next Track button again and so on until you select the
desired mode.
Note: If you do not hear the voice announcement, it means that you did not press quickly enough and the adapter is not
in the “MODE CHANGING” state anymore. Please perform STEP I again.
Once you hear the desired mode announcement, simply wait for 1-2 seconds and the adapter will start operating in that mode.
Note: If your car is Nissan/Infinity (with SAT/CAT), Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, Mazda 3,5 08-12, Subaru 08-09, or Honda/Acura with
SAT emulation – please use the special instructions that came with your package for the usage/operation instructions.
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3.2 US MODE - Android Operation
3.2.1 Android Setup and Operation
The GROM-USB2P adapter when in USB mode allows you to connect Android device directly to the GROM USB port. You will
need the GROM AALinQ app available on the Google Play store / Android marketplace at
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gromaudio.aalinq . Once you have AALinQ installed on your Android device,
you can connect your Android to the USB port using your own or provided USB Android connector cable. If the version of your
Android software is 2.3 and newer, you will need to have USB Debugging disabled (off) to allow AALinQ to communicate between
your Android and the GROM-USB2P. The USB port will also charge most Android devices (not all supported). If the version of
your Android software is older than 2.3, you will need to enable USB Debugging function on your phone.
USB Audio Streaming is available for most Android devices with Jelly Bean Android software. In the case of USB Audio
Streaming you will not need AALinQ media player, you will be able to use the media player of your choice, or stream the music
through any Android music apps, such as Pandora, TuneIn, Spotify and so on.
•To enable USB Debugging, on Android device go to Settings Applications Development
•Once you connect your Android device to GROM-AND2 and the Grom unit is in USB playback mode, AALinQ should
automatically start playing a song from your Android device.
•Android and USB stick functionality is essentially identical. Playlists on AALinQ will be mapped to discs on the stereo.
Skip tracks, change disc, fast forward, random, scan controls are identical to USB controls. Text of current song is
displayed for stereos that support text for Grom mode.
•Disc will play on the GO platlist on the AALinQ app, Disc 2 or higher are your other premade playlists.
•If filenames in a certain playlist begin with digits, they will be played in ascending order based on the order of those digits
in the filenames. For example:
\2-kpop\
02. Alive.mp3
01. Blue.mp3 (will play first according to the number )
•If filenames begin with letters, they are played in ascending order of the file creation date/time.
•If playlist starts with a number, the playlist will be assigned to a respective virtual disc.
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Figure 7. Android operation
3.2.2 Android Operation Troubleshooting
Symptom Cause Remedy
No music is coming from the
car speakers or sound is
distorted
GROM-USB2P is in the wrong
mode
Make sure that you are in the USB playback mode
You can’t hear the music in
AALinQ
An empty album or playlist is
selected on the AALinQ
Make sure that you select a playlist that has songs and it
is not empty.
The music is distorted You have more than one device
(USB or AUX) connected at the
same time
Please make sure that you connected only one device to
GROM interface. Disconnect all other devices if present.
Music is not playing Wrong USB Debugging settings To enable/disable USB Debugging, on Android device
go to Settings Applications Development
3.3 Operation in US MODE
3.3.1 Supported US Storage Devices
All FAT16/32 formatted storage:
-USB sticks/hard drives
-Android phone with AALinQ app (most supported)
The GROM USB supports only FAT16/32 formatted storage. NTFS is NOT supported!
3.3.2 Supported formats
The GROM-USB supports the following formats:
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