What is the USA SPEC PA11-FORD1?

It is an iPod interface that connects an iPod to a factory Ford car audio system through the radio, with an Aux input for a DVD player, satellite receiver, or other audio device.

Which Ford vehicles does the PA11-FORD1 fit?

Per the visible applications list: Continental/Town Car 98-04 (pre-wired vehicles require CAS-F24 from USA SPEC; 96-97 vehicles with JBL or Lux audio systems), Excursion 00-05, Expedition/Navigator 99-02, and Explorer/Mountaineer 98-05. The list continues but is cut off (F250, F350 partially visible).

Does the PA11-FORD1 display song and artist information on the radio?

No. Display of artist and song title information and track search by artist, song title, album or genre are NOT supported; only the playlist and track numbers are displayed.

Does it charge the iPod?

Yes, it charges the iPod battery while playing; charging automatically ends one hour after the iPod is paused to prevent car battery drain.

What is Hybrid Mode and which iPods don't support it?

Hybrid Mode lets you access playlists and songs using the radio's CD DISC buttons as well as the iPod's click wheel. iPod Touch, iPhone, iPod classic (firmware 1.1 or newer), iPod nano (firmware 1.1 or newer), and iPod video (firmware 1.2.3 or newer) are not compatible with Hybrid Mode.

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USA SPEC PA11-FORD1 iPod Interface for Ford - Features & Vehicle Applications

Photo of USA-Spec iPod interface packaging with connection diagram and Ford applications

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Product literature for a USA-Spec iPod interface showing a connection diagram and a Ford vehicle applications list.

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This document is the back panel of the packaging/literature for the USA SPEC PA11-FORD1 iPod interface adapter, which connects an iPod to factory Ford car audio systems. It describes the unit's features: a Hybrid Mode allowing playlist/song selection either via the radio's CD DISC buttons or the iPod's click wheel (noting that iPod Touch, iPhone, iPod classic firmware 1.1+, iPod nano firmware 1.1+, and iPod video firmware 1.2.3+ are not compatible with Hybrid Mode); maintaining the current playlist when switching between portable and in-car use; charging the iPod while playing (charging stops one hour after the iPod is paused to prevent car battery drain); and an Aux input jack for a DVD player, satellite radio, or other audio device. A wiring diagram shows the interface box connecting to the car radio, an iPod dock cable, and L/R RCA audio inputs for a DVD player or satellite receiver. The document notes that artist/song title display and track search are NOT supported—only playlist and track numbers are shown. An applications list covers Ford vehicles including Continental/Town Car 98-04 (and 96-97 with JBL/Lux audio, pre-wired vehicles needing CAS-F24), Excursion 00-05, Expedition/Navigator 99-02, and Explorer/Mountaineer 98-05; the list is cut off at the bottom.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the USA SPEC PA11-FORD1?: It is an iPod interface that connects an iPod to a factory Ford car audio system through the radio, with an Aux input for a DVD player, satellite receiver, or other audio device.
Which Ford vehicles does the PA11-FORD1 fit?: Per the visible applications list: Continental/Town Car 98-04 (pre-wired vehicles require CAS-F24 from USA SPEC; 96-97 vehicles with JBL or Lux audio systems), Excursion 00-05, Expedition/Navigator 99-02, and Explorer/Mountaineer 98-05. The list continues but is cut off (F250, F350 partially visible).
Does the PA11-FORD1 display song and artist information on the radio?: No. Display of artist and song title information and track search by artist, song title, album or genre are NOT supported; only the playlist and track numbers are displayed.
Does it charge the iPod?: Yes, it charges the iPod battery while playing; charging automatically ends one hour after the iPod is paused to prevent car battery drain.
What is Hybrid Mode and which iPods don't support it?: Hybrid Mode lets you access playlists and songs using the radio's CD DISC buttons as well as the iPod's click wheel. iPod Touch, iPhone, iPod classic (firmware 1.1 or newer), iPod nano (firmware 1.1 or newer), and iPod video (firmware 1.2.3 or newer) are not compatible with Hybrid Mode.