USA-SPEC PA11-FORD1 iPod Interface for Ford - Features & Vehicle Applications
Product literature for a USA-Spec iPod interface showing the wiring connection diagram and Ford applications.
This document is a scanned page of product packaging/literature for the USA-SPEC PA11-FORD1 iPod interface, an adapter that connects an iPod to factory Ford car audio systems. The page explains feature notes: a Hybrid Mode that lets playlists and songs be accessed via the radio's CD DISC buttons or the iPod's click wheel (with a note 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); playlist retention when switching between portable and in-car use; iPod battery charging while playing (charging ends 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 between the car radio (TO RADIO), the iPod (TO iPod), and L/R RCA aux inputs for a DVD player or satellite receiver. It notes that artist/song title display and track search are NOT supported—only playlist and track numbers display. An Applications list shows compatible Ford vehicles including Continental/Town Car 98-04 (96-97 with JBL/Lux audio, pre-wired vehicles requiring CAS-F24), Crown Victoria 98-05, Excursion 00-05, Expedition/Navigator 99-02, Explorer/Mountaineer 98-05, F250/F350 2004, and F-series trucks.
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Frequently asked questions
- What Ford vehicles is the USA-SPEC PA11-FORD1 iPod interface compatible with?
- The visible applications list includes Continental and Town Car 98-04 (and 96-97 with JBL or Lux audio systems), Crown Victoria 98-05, Excursion 00-05, Expedition and Navigator 99-02, Explorer and Mountaineer 98-05, F250/F350 2004, and F-series trucks (partially visible, 99-0x). The list appears to continue beyond this page.
- Does the PA11-FORD1 display song and artist information on the factory radio?
- No. The document states that 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.
- Which iPod models are not compatible with Hybrid Mode?
- 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.
- Does the interface 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.
- Can I connect a DVD player or satellite radio through this interface?
- Yes. A DVD player, satellite radio, or other audio device can be used in conjunction with the iPod through the Aux Input jack (L/R RCA inputs shown in the diagram).
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