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KEY FEATURES

The interface connects iPod products directly to Nissan audio system. Its on-board software translates the

factory radios external CD Changer controls functions into commands that the iPod understands. This

interface enables the iPod to take the place of a Nissan external CD Changer and provides the following

benefits:

1. Direct connection of the iPod to Nissan vehicle audio system for optimum sound quality

2. In Playlist mode: select songs and playlist on the iPod using the CD Changer buttons on the radio

In Direct Mode: Search and select songs directly on the iPod. (as you would in portable use)

3. Maintain current playlist when switching from portable use to in-car use.

4. Charge the iPod internal battery --- and to prevent battery-drain, charging automatically ends one

hour after iPod is paused

5. Auxiliary audio input [connect an audio device (mp3, DVD, Game, SAT radio etc) and listen to it on

the factory system]

6. Plug-n-Play: This complete package includes installation cables, mounting screws and user’s

manual.

COMPATIBILITY

The PA11-NIS interface is compatible with iPod (G3, G4, G5) iPod Mini, Nano, Photo, Video models

featuring a dock connector. The functionality and features of the iPod interface described in this owner’s

manual are confirmed with software version:

iPod

iPod Nano iPod Photo iPod Video iPod Mini

Firmware v2..3 firmware 1.0 Firmware 1.2 firmware 1.0 firmware v1.4

firmware v3.1 (G4)

Please visit www.apple.com/iPod and update the firmware on your iPod.

Future firmware updates for your iPod, iPod Mini, iPod photo or iPod video may affect the features and

functions described in this owner’s manual.

Important: Display of artist, song title information, track search and artist, song title, album or genre is not

displayed on the Nissan radio. Only the Playlist number and track number are displayed on the radio. (CD

Changer display mode)

This interface is designed as an alternate replacement to the Nissan external 6 Disc CD Changer or XM.

Therefore it is not possible to have the external 6 disc CD changer/XM and the PA11-NIS iPod interface

simultaneously connected to the Nissan radio.

Note: Normal use and controls of the in-dash 6-disc cd changer is not compromised.

2. PLAYLIST MODE, DIRECT MODE AND AUX. OPTION

The PA11-NIS provides two ways of controlling the iPod through the car radio, namely Playlist Mode

and Direct Mode.

2-1 DIRECT MODE:

Search and select music on the iPod directly just as you would in portable use. Music will playback

through your car stereo. Use the track up/down, fast forward and reverse buttons on your Nissan radio or

steering wheel to control music playback. All control functions on the iPod will still be available. Please

see section 4 of this manual for additional information.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Discountcarstereo.com U US SA AS SP PE EC CP PA A1111--N NIIS SN NIIS SS SA AN N iiP Poodd IInntteerrffaaccee O OW WN NE ER R’’S SM MA AN NU UA ALL KEY FEATURES The interface connects iPod products directly to Nissan audio system. Its on-board software translates the factory radios external CD Changer controls functions into commands that the iPod understands. This interface enables the iPod to take the place of a Nissan external CD Changer and provides the following benefits: 1.
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DiscountCarStereo.com 2-2 PLAYLIST MODE: Operate and control the iPod as if it was a CD Changer. This mode allows you to access up to five playlist on the iPod. This is also referred to as External Control Mode. (See Playlist Naming in section 4 of this manual). Dip switch #2 on the PA11-NIS interface is for mode selection. The “ON” position is for Playlist Mode and the “OFF” position is for Direct Mode. It is preset to “ON” (Playlist Mode) at the factory.
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DiscountCarStereo.com 4-2 Selecting iPod Mode on Nissan radio Press the CD/AUX or (CD/CHG) on the radio repeatedly to go to CD Changer mode and “CD06- TRK-x” appears on the radio display (x is the track number for the “Now Playing” song on the iPod). This display confirms that iPod mode has been completely synchronized and activated. Synchronization timing varies according to the number of playlist on your iPod.
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DiscountCarStereo.com Note 1: If no designated NISSAN playlist were created, the PA11-NIS interface automatically relates the first five playlist on the iPod to DISC number 1 to 5 regardless of playlist naming. Note 2 . If less than five designated NISSAN playlist were created, the PA11-NIS interface automatically fills up the rest of the DISC numbers beginning with the first available playlist on the iPod.
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DiscountCarStereo.com Fast Forward/Fast Reverse Play This function applies only in random mode. Engaging or disengaging the random mode does not stop playback of the current song, you can change in or out of random mode to do the fast track search (x10) function, or the fast forward/fast backward play function. Press and hold the Forward or backward button will cause only the current track to skip through at high speed.
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DiscountCarStereo.com 6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove the radio from the dash 2. On the interface- set DIP switch #2 to “OFF” position only if Direct Mode is preferred 3. Disconnect the 10-pin wire harness from the radio and connect it to the female 10-pin connector on the CAS-NIS cable 4. Connect the 10-pin male harness of the CAS-NIS cable back into the 10-pin connector on the radio— 5.
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Disclaimer: The PA11-NIS has been tested and optimized for Nissan/Infiniti vehicles in the USA. You may, at your own risk, purchase and install this part in vehicles outside the USA however; Discount Car Stereo.com will not support or be liable for damage or compatibility issues that may arise. Products purchased for vehicles outside the USA are not returnable.