NYC6

Was meant tounge in cheek.

gene0809

Outstanding....

dark_phantom

I've got a couple of questions. Will anyone one of these work without the Nav? Also, will it work if I don't use the stock apple software for playing songs? I have rockbox instead of what comes with the device, I don't like the apple software (iTunes and such) at all.

SnapperDragon

I don't do so good without some smilies.

kawal

Yes, most of them will work without the nav radio, as long as they are "XM ready". The same comments should apply to each unit, but you should ask whoever you are buying from about your particular application to make sure it is compatible.

Ray

kawal

I did not know the Peripheral unit will not work with the Bluetooth equipped '09s. You might want to talk to USA Spec and ask about their PA11-Vette unit.

Ray

mrkay

Thanks..........a hell of a review!

kawal

Although I did not test the IPhone, Peripheral does have a new 5 volt cord made for the Iphone and the new 4th generation Ipods. They sent me one, which looks identical to the previous cords, but supposedly they will charge the new Iphones and Ipods.

USA Spec also advised they have a charging cord for the new Iphone and Ipod. It is likely the other manufactures do as well, but you must ask them about your application.

Ray

jwolfrom

Great write-up. It would seem that with the number of choices out there that if GM ever does release the PAL that they'll be up against some good competion that will no doubt cost a lot less than the PAL will probably go for at the dealers.

Sherman Fretwell

Ray - Great work as usual. Thanks!

kawal

Yes, for the last couple of years I've also used an Auxiliary Input for my HP Ipaq, for music and books. It's a great way to get high quality audio from your music device.

But these Ipod adapters add another level to convenience, because they all offer a single cord solution to both charging your Ipod as well as some control of the Ipod itself right at the radio/navigation unit. This means you don't have to fiddle around with your music device while you are driving. The auxiliary input cannot handle these extra features.

The Ipod itself can store vast amounts of music or audiobooks. If you can control (understandably somewhat limited control) this audio selection right at the dashboard, that extra convenience is definitely a bonus.

Ray

jwswanson

My SCOSHE charges the iPhone.
John

kawal

When I wrote back to the manufacturers, advising them that this review has been posted, I mentioned your problem with the PXAMG. One of the most knowledgeable technical people I found at Peripheral is Tony Tassillo. Tony just emailed me the following message:

"Ray,

The module has been tested in J1850 (Class II) vehicles (which is what the Corvette is) with Bluetooth and it has worked fine. This member who had this problem must have had out of date software or a defective module. He mentions that his whole car did not work (probably referring to the radio not powering up) this is due to our module not powering up normally due to one of the two reasons listed above.

I'm surprised to not see any mention about our module being the ONLY module you can update at your convenience as it has the USB port for software updates. So as bugs get fixed or additions get added (Bluetooth and Sirius) you can simply connect the module to your computer and update the module via our website.
www.peripheralelectronics.com/firmware.

I understand that the installation is not as easy but that allows dealers to only have to carry one skew in their shop. This is good because that means its compatible weather it has factory XM, 6 disc changer or the rear seat entertainment with no extra harnesses.

Overall the write up is good and I'm glad to see it's not biased in any way. Everyone will have their opinion and in a market like this cost may play a big part as well. Thanks for your help in spreading the word and may the best man win.....

Thanks,

Tony Tassillo
Peripheral Electronics
www.isimplesolutions.com
www.peripheralelectronics.com
tony.tassillo@aampofamerica.com"

You may wish to email Tony to help get your problem with the PXAMG resolved. From his email, it sounds like the PXAMG should work in the 2009 Corvette as well.

Ray

richhoff

Wow, impressive work. Thanks for all you did!!!!

Lead Foot 66

Ray,

Looks like another in your on-going series of tests/mods/improvements to the functionality of our beloved Corvettes.

For those who want to keep Ray's review, I have converted it to a pdf file. Be happy to email it, but be aware, it is about 5.2 Gb

Poppy's Vette

Ray, you said these interfaces will also work on NON-NAV units as long as we have XM. But after reading all that information it seemed to all require the nav unit to function with all those features.

Help me out here, if I just want to connect my iPod without the FM transmitter (ei. connect direct to the system) and am willing to control it completely through the iPod, which would be the best unit for me? I had read on another thread (I think you were in that one as well) that I just needed some rca cables and a toggle switch and I could connect my iPod and toggle between the iPod and my XM. Is that still correct or is one of these devices better?

How about this question: I have 2 of the latest generation iPods and they wouldn't charge in many of the name brand docking stations. Contacing the companies they claimed it was because of some new charging protocols by Apple that they hadn't been aware of (nothing like passing the buck) anyway, will these units charge the new generation iPods?

Thanks for your help!

SnapperDragon

A lot of existing peripherals will not work with the gen 2 ipod touch devices. Just make sure that they are compatible because it is true that changes were made and you need to look specifically for ipod touch compatibility, not just ipod.

kawal

If you don't need a lot of control of the Ipod from the radio/nav unit, probably the best adapter for you would be the USA Spec PA11-Vette. This one doesn't have as many search features as the other units, but it is very easy to use and very consistent in operation. It will also control the latest Ipods and Iphones if you explain to your vendor which model you have.

Some of my previous posts on similar subjects were for providing an inexpensive way to add an auxiliary input to your Vette. But all of these Ipod adapters not only provide that capability, but considerably more control, as well as keeping the Ipod battery charged through the single connecting cable.

You do not require the navigation option to use these adapters. If you have the XM capable radio with the 6 CD built in changer, these will work great and the USA Spec adapter is easy to install. If you decide to purchase the USA Spec unit, be sure that it has the latest "dual mode" design - the earlier units do not.

Hope that helps.

Ray

Poppy's Vette

Thanks Ray, I will look for that device.

Paul

Les-10

& if in console or glove box, how are the cables being routed?