Discount Car Stereo IL-CR12 Apple Lightning Adapter Installation Guide
- June 10, 2024
- DISCOUNT CAR STEREO
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Discount Car Stereo IL-CR12 Apple Lightning Adapter
Product Information: IL-CR12 Adapter for Porsche CR-1 and CR-2 Radios
The IL-CR12 adapter allows Porsche CR-1 and CR-2 cassette radios in models 911, 944, 964, 968, 993 to charge and play music files from Apple’s latest iPods, iPhones, and Tablets. The adapter connects directly to the radio CD port and provides a simple upgrade that enables the factory radio to support new technology. The factory CD changer (if present) must be disconnected. The adapter does not work with Porsche CD-1, CD-2, CD-10.
Requirements
- Porsche CR-1 and CR-2 radios
- Apple IOS device with lightning plug
- Wiring access to the radio
Installation
- Remove the radio by prying off the plastic trim ring around it to expose the mounting points.
- Locate the flat plate with a latch on either side of the radio. These plates drop down and lock the radio into frame.
- Use a small flathead screwdriver to raise the plate on both sides and simultaneously pull the radio out from the dash. Grasping the cassette opening provides some leverage or remove glovebox to push radio from rear.
- If present, disconnect CD changer 13-pin plug from the radio.
- Connect 13-pin plug from module to radio 13-pin socket.
- Run/route Lightning plug to the desired location on dashboard, glove box, console, etc. (within 4 ft. of radio). Use caution to not cut, pinch or crimp Lightning cable during this step.
- Secure lightning cable in a location away from heat, humidity, moving parts, or sharp metal objects. Damage to the lightning plug may occur if subject to abuse.
- Reinstall the radio if successful.
Operation
- Turn on the ignition and radio.
- Connect your Apple IOS device to the lightning plug.
- The Apple device should begin charging.
- Press the CD button to enter CD mode.
- Select a music track on the IOS device. Playlist and track selection is not possible from the radio. You must use IOS device built-in controls/display to access music files.
- The track from the IOS device should now be heard on car speakers.
- Use radio tone controls and volume dials to select playback volume.
Disclaimer
Please read all instructions carefully before installing the IL-CR12 adapter. Failure to do so may cause personal injury or damage to product and/or property. Email [email protected] for assistance.
PRODUCT SAFETY & DISCLAIMER
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING, FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO PRODUCT AND/OR PROPERTY
- This installation guide is provided as a GENERAL installation guide, some vehicles vary and may require additional steps. We do not accept responsibility for third party labor charges or modifications. Exercise due-diligence when installing this product.
- We do not accept any responsibility for vehicle damage or personal injury resulting from the installation of this product.
- Careless installation and operation can result in equipment damage.
Requirements
- PORSCHE CR-1 and CR-2 RADIOS
Introduction
Those adamant about keeping their vehicle’s stock radio, we offer a simple
upgrade that allows the factory radio to support new technology. The IL-CR12
allows Porsche CR-1 & CR-2 cassette radios in the 911, 944, 964, 968, 993 to
charge and play music files from Apple’s latest iPods, iPhones and Tablets
including iPhone 6s, 6+, 7, 12+ etc. Because this adapter connects directly to
the radio “CD” port. The factory CD changer (if present), must be
disconnected.
CD changer, purchase our A2D-CR12 instead.
Installation
The radio must be removed to gain access to wiring.
CR-1 and CR-2 radios do not require special removal tools, to remove:
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Pry off plastic trim ring around radio. (This exposes mounting points)
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Locate flat plate with latch on either side of radio. These plates drop down and lock the radio into frame. (See Fig. 1)
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Use small flat head screwdriver (etc.) to raise plate (both sides) and simultaneously pull radio out from the dash. Grasping cassette opening provides some leverage or remove glovebox to push radio from rear.
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If present, disconnect CD changer 13-pin plug from radio Connect 13-pin plug from module (See Fig. 2) to radio 13-pin socket (See Fig. 3/4)
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Run/route Lightning plug (See Fig. 5) to desired location on dashboard, glove box, console etc. (within 4 ft. of radio). Use caution to not cut, pinch or crimp Lightning cable during this step.
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Secure lightning cable in a location away from heat, humidity, moving parts, or sharp metal objects. Damage to lightning plug may occur if subject to abuse.
Operation
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Turn ignition and radio “ON”
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Connect your Apple IOS device to lightning plug
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Apple device should begin charging
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Press “CD” button to enter “CD” mode (See Fig. 6)
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Select music track on IOS device
WARNING: Playlist and Track selection NOT possible from radio. You must use IOS device built-in controls/display to access music files -
Track from IOS device should now be heard on car speakers
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Use radio tone controls and volume dials to select playback volume
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If successful go ahead and reinstall radio
Important:
- Works on CR-1 and CR-2 radios. Porsche CD-1, CD-2, CD-10 do not apply.
- Apple device requires power for playback/charge. Ensure ignition key and radio are in the “ON” position.
- If IOS device plays through built-in speaker; disconnect and reconnect Lightning plug.
- Not for Nano 7G
Disclaimer
- This product has no affiliation with Porsche etc.
- There are no warranties expressed or implied by purchase of this product
- We’re not liable for misuse of this product.
- We recommend professional installation.
Email [email protected]
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