DISCOUNT CAR STEREO AAI-SONY Multi-Aux Adapter for Sony CD Changer Control Radios Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- DISCOUNT CAR STEREO
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DISCOUNT CAR STEREO AAI-SONY Multi-Aux Adapter for Sony CD Changer
Control Radios
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:
Sony CD Changer controlling radio
Introduction:
Portable audio products are everywhere, reflecting demand from active people
all over the world to take their music with them. IPods, iPads, MP3’s,
portable DVDs compact stereos, etc. let you enjoy music at the beach, picnic,
back yard and in the car. The AAI-SONY is compatible with all Sony CD changer
controlling radios and takes the place of the CD changer or satellite radio
(if installed). This adapter converts the Unilink CD changer port to a 3.5mm,
30-pin dock, Apple Lightning or USB.
Apple lightning and USB terminal are compatible with: iPhone 5(C, S)- 12, iPod
Touch (5G), iPad(4G), iPad Mini(1G), iPad Mini with Retina display etc.
Warning: Sony radio control buttons (except volume and tone controls) do not apply. Use audio device built-in controls and display for music selection and controls.
Installation
Remove Sony radio from the dashboard to gain access to the connectors. Refer to Fig. 1
3.5mm installation
- Connect audio cable left + right to radio BUS AUDIO INPUTS
- Connect Unilink BUS adapter to radio Unilink CD CHANGER PORT
- Route 3.5mm plug from audio cable to dash area or within 6 ft.
Apple 30-pin dock installation
- Connect adapter cable left + right RCA’s to radio BUS AUDIO INPUTS
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable red wire to Sony radio accessory wire (usually red)
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable black wire to Sony radio ground wire (usually black)
- Connect Unilink BUS adapter to radio Unilink CD CHANGER PORT.
- Route 30-pin dock to front of dash area within 6 ft.
Apple iOS lightning cable
- Connect adapter cable left + right RCA’s to radio BUS AUDIO INPUTS
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable red wire to Sony radio accessory wire (usually red)
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable black wire to Sony radio ground wire (usually black)
- Connect Unilink BUS adapter to radio UniLink CD CHANGER PORT.
- Route Lightning plug to dash area or to within 4 ft.
USB cable terminal
- Connect adapter cable RCA’s to radio BUS AUDIO INPUTS
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable red wire to Sony radio accessory wire (usually red)
- Connect (Splice) adapter cable black wire to Sony radio ground wire (usually black)
- Connect Unilink BUS adapter to radio UNILINK CD CHANGER PORT.
Terminal mount option
- A. Flush to dash/panel requires drilling a ¾” hole in the dash
- B. Flush with Support bracket (use this option to mount USB terminal wherever your installation demands without drilling)
- C. No USB Mount- (default)
A. Flush to Dash or Panel (req. drilling)
Drill a ¾” hole in-dash or panel using a step drill bit or equivalent (See Fig. 13)
Insert 3ft. USB cable (See Fig. 14) through ¾” hole created in
step 1
Snap USB head (See Fig. 3) until flush with the mounting
surface (See Fig.
Tuck and secure any extra wire
from moving parts and proceed to test operation
USB Bracket Mount (No drilling)
Locate a flat surface at the location of choice within 3.2 ft. of radio to mount USB bracket (See Fig. 5) to surface using adhesive/tape or screws (included)
Insert USB male terminal through a hole in bracket (See Fig.
6) 
Snap USB head to bracket until flush (See Fig. 7)
Connect USB Male terminal to USB adapter cable
Tuck and secure any extra wire away from moving parts and test operation
Operation
Test operation prior to re-installing radio:
- Connect iPod, iPhone or MP3 player to 3.5mm, 30-pin, lightning or USB terminal.
- Verify Apple device is charging (iPod dock, Lightning or USB only)
- Do not proceed if device does not charge; instead, verify power and ground connection.
- Turn radio “ON” and enter CD changer mode. (See Sony manual)
- Select track from audio device music library.
- Audio device should be heard on car speakers.
- If correct operation is confirmed re-install radio.
Warning: Playlist and Track selection NOT possible from Sony radio. Use
audio device built-in controls to access music files.
Not all Sony radios have CD changer controls. Ensure radio in your vehicle has
CD changer controls; otherwise, the AAi-SONY will NOT WORK.
USB option is exclusive to Apple IOS devices (except Nano 7G)—Will not play
other Apple devices (e.g., 30-pin dock connector nor Android devices)
Disclaimer
- This product has no affiliation with Blaupunkt or Apple
- We’re not liable for the misuse of this product.
- We recommend professional installation.
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