So finally it is DONE.
The PA15-TOY stuck with double sided tape (as to avoid any noise and vibration) to the inside of the dashboard (besides the Aux Power socket, on the inside). It attaches to the one open port on the back of the stereo and that's it. 1 minute job.
The wiring coming out from the front. Need to flush it more properly - SOON. You can also view the position where the PA15-TOY is stuck inside the dashboard.
The ipod finally connected. Note that the track name and artiste is displayed by Text Button on the stereo on the Stereo display also - NEAT
Some points to be noted -
- Only one device functionality at a time can be performed i.e. either the iPod or the Aux In or the in built 6 CD changer. The CD's need to be removed for the functionality of the PA15-TOY to kick in automatically.
- By default, with no cd's in, the device goes to aux-in mode if ipod is not attached (at CD-9 position).
- If ipod is attached, Aux In functionality ceases and the ipod is detected at CD-7 (Playlist Mode / controlled by Stereo/Steering buttons) and CD-8 (Direct Mode / Controlled directly by ipod buttons)
- If CD's are inserted, the stereo goes back to stock functionality and ipod and aux-in functionality ceases
- Sound quality is fabulous in both ipod and aux-in mode. In Aux-In mode, the volume needs to be increased a little, but there is no compromise in audio quality.
- None of the stock stereo functionality or the Steering controls hampered in any way, with or without the ipod/aux-in connected.
- It charges the ipod also while playing.
- No need to remove ipod when switching switching ignition off. The tracks and stereo plays from the point where you last left the ipod. When you switch off ignition, the ipod also pauses and switches off. It automatically comes ON and starts playing when you switch on ignition the next time - NEAT.
- The ipod/aux-in wire is so long that it can even reach the back seat, if needed. I have kept it till the centre glove box between the seats so that I can store the ipod safely in the centre glove box, out of prying eyes. And yes, the wire slides in from the side even with the glove box closed, so that the ipod is safely tucked out of sight, in easy reach of your hands, and playing gleefully from within the centre glove box.
Seems full bang for my buck, for now.
Finally, a parting shot of the Falcon today, in all its sublime glory.
Understated Elegance...
Cheers...