User Manual
To Tune Manually
1. Tune your car radio to a frequency at which you hear nothing but static. The
ideal choice would be a frequency with nothing on either of its neighboring
frequencies.
2. Press iTrip’s or buttons to display the same frequency as your radio.
Holding down the and buttons moves through them quickly.
Setting your own presets
If you have three favorite frequencies that you want to be able to recall
quickly, you can manually save them to iTrip’s Presets:
1. Use the and buttons to show the desired frequency on iTrip’s display.
2. Press FUNCTION—>PRESET (iTrip will automatically exit this menu after
about 3 seconds.)
3. Press and Hold one of the three PRESET buttons for 2 seconds. The screen
will blink once indicating the preset has been saved successfully.
Listen
iTrip uses SmartSound
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to optimize both the transmission strength and the sound
from your iPod or iPhone to your FM radio. Depending on what you're listening to,
you may want to switch between stereo and mono sound. Here's how:
Press FUNCTION—>MODE—>MONO
(Broadcasts in mono, resulting in a stronger signal than stereo.)
Use for podca
sts, spoken-word and audio books.
Use for a clearer signal in heavily populated areas where numerous FM
stations crowd the dial.
Press FUNCTION —>MODE—>STEREO
(Broadcasts in stereo, for more realistic audio.)
Use for music and musical podcasts.
Use for best possible Right/Left Channel stereo separation and more natural sound.
Press SMARTSOUND to toggle on or o the SmartSound
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function.
Charge Indicator
iTrip’s AutoPilot power plug is busy charging your player’s battery as you listen.
AutoPilot visually indicates battery charging status by means of a 3-color light ring:
Red light is on: AutoPilot is plugged in and receiving power, ready to start charging.
Amber light is slowly pulsing: AutoPilot is charging your player as it provides
power to iTrip.
Green light is on: Your player is fully charged, and AutoPilot is providing power to iTrip.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modications to
this equipment. Such modications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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User Guide
Thanks for purchasing Grin Technology’s iTrip AutoPilot with SmartScan.
iTrip AutoPilot combines our popular iTrip FM transmitter unit with an
innovative power and control unit to create the ultimate in-car solution
for playing your iPod or iPhone. And SmartScan technology performs
the setup for you, automatically.
Quick Start
1. Plug iTrip into the dock connector of your iPod or iPhone, and plug iTrip’s
AutoPilot power/control plug into your car’s 12 volt power socket or
cigarette lighter.
2. Use SmartScan to nd the best frequency for iTrip to work with your car
radio: Press FUNCTION —> SCAN . iTrip’s SmartScan technology nds the 3
clearest FM frequencies and stores them in iTrip’s presets, and shows the
best one on iTrip’s display. It takes a few seconds to complete the scan.
3. Your iTrip will default to the rst preset.
4. If you want to change between presets, Press FUNCTION —> PRESET—>
Select the frequency.
5. Tune your FM radio to the same frequency that’s showing on iTrip’s display.
You’re now ready to enjoy the music from your iPod or iPhone through your
car stereo.
Controlling your iPod
iTrip’s AutoPi
lot controls give you the tactile feedback that enables you to control
your music without taking your eyes o the road. Use the AutoPilot power plug
to control the Play/Pause and transport functions of your iPod or iPhone:
Press to play or pause
Press to skip to the next track, or Press and Hold to scan through
the current track
Press to start the current track over; Press repeatedly to skip back
through previously-played tracks; Press and Hold to scan back through
the current track.
Using Other Frequencies
In areas with lots of overlapping FM stations crowding the dial, you may need
to choose a di
erent frequency for iTrip.
To choose from your Presets:
1. Press FUNCTION—>PRESET. Select any of the 3 saved frequencies.
(iTrip will exit this menu automatically after about 3 seconds.)
2. Tune your car radio to the new frequency displayed on iTrip’s screen.
Track Controls
In some cars, the power socket is not within convenient reach of the driver. For
this reason, iTrip AutoPilot gives you track control from the faceplate of your iTrip
FM transmitter. To use the track controls:
1. Press FUNCTION.
2. Press Mode.
3. Press and release the center button (the Grin logo is highlighted).
You'll see familiar track controls appear on the iTrip faceplate in about 3 seconds.
Now you can use iTrip AutoPilot as a handy wired remote control for your iPod or
iPhone.
Important Info about Using iTrip with iPhone:
You may want to temporarily disconnect iTrip
’s cable when using your iPhone in
phone mode, or you may consider the use of a Bluetooth earpiece for safety and
convenience while driving.
The ringer switch on your iPhone works the same way with iTrip as it always does.
To avoid missing calls, make sure you understand how the ringer switch works:
Ringer Switch on: you will hear the ringtone through your speakers or headphones.
Ringer Switch o: You will not hear any ringtone.
If you have music playing when making or accepting a call, your iPhone will fade
the music out. When you end your call, the music will resume. If necessary,
reconnect iTrip to your iP
hone.
This information reects iPhone rmware version 1.1.1. changes, if any, as a
result of rmware updates will be posted on our website. Visit www.goiTrip.com
for information on everything iTrip.
Troubleshooting
Problems? No problem. Check these tips for a quick x:
FM Radio
1. Is it on?
2. Is it tuned to unused frequency?
3. Is the radio volume adjusted?
iTrip
1. Has iTrip gone in low power mode? iTrip goes in a power-saving mode after an
extended period of no music. To get the music going again, just press Play on
your iPod, or disconnect and reconnect iTrip to your iPod.
2. Are iTrip and the radio tuned to matching frequencies?
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© 2008 Grin Technology, Inc. • www.grintechnology.com • AutoPilot and SmartScan are trademarks of Grin Technology, Inc. • iTrip is a registered trademark of Grin Technology,
Inc. • iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. • iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc. • Patents pending • Made in PRC • Designed in Tennessee
Please recycle this package. Thanks!
We stand behind our products with the industry’s best customer service, backed by a simple, fair warranty. Using this product signies your acceptance of the terms of the warranty,
so please read our warranty details at www.grintechnology.com/support/ before
using your Grin product.
iPod
1. Is the Hold switch on?
2. Is the Play Button depressed?
3. Is the battery completely drained? If so, allow the battery to recharge for a few
short minutes so that your iPod will sense a constant current.
Fuses
1. Check your car’s cigarette lighter fuse. (Consult your car’s owners manual for
fuse locations and specications.)
2. Check iTrip AutoPilot’s fuse. iTrip protects your equipment with a replaceable
auto-mobile-type fuse located inside the AutoPilot power plug. Replace with a
blade-type mini-fuse (sometimes called an ATM fuse) rated at 2 amps,
obtainable at any automotive supply store.
Call Grin’s Customer Support at 800-208-5996.
Monday – Th
ursday 9 am – 6 pm and Friday 9am – 5pm Central time.
Technical Specications
iTrip is built for iPod models that use the 30-pin dock connector.
Transmitter dimensions: 2.2" x .43" x 1.02" (58mm x 11mm x x26mm)
Total length 44.5" (115.6cm)
Weight: 2.2 oz. (US) (63 g)
Antenna: Built-in
Power: provided by auto cigarette lighter or 12 V accessory socket (no additional batteries required)
Input voltage range: 12 – 16 VDC
Maximum current: 2 amperes
Output voltage: 5.2 VDC at 1 ampere
Fuse type: 2 ampere blade-type automotive (ATM) fuse
Modulation: FM Stereo
Available output RF ranges (region preset at factory):
U.S.: 88.1MHz ~ 107.9 MHz
Japan: 76.0 MHz ~ 90.0 MHz
Other Countries: 88.0 MHz ~ 108.0 MHz
Radio Frequency Adjustment Increments:
Japan: 0.1 MHz per step
U.S.A. and Other Countries: 0.2 MHz per step
Radio Frequency Response: 50 Hz ~ 15 kHz
Operating Range: 10 – 30' (3m - 9.1m)
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