1 2 3 Track Controls In some cars, the power socket is not within convenient reach of the driver. For this reason, iTrip AutoPilot gives you track control from the faceplate of your iTrip FM transmitter. To use the track controls:
1. Press FUNCTION. 2. Press Mode. 3. Press and release the center button (the Grin logo is highlighted). You'll see familiar track controls appear on the iTrip faceplate in about 3 seconds. Now you can use iTrip AutoPilot as a handy wired remote control for your iPod or iPhone. Important Info about Using iTrip with iPhone:
You may want to temporarily disconnect iTrips cable when using your iPhone in phone mode, or you may consider the use of a Bluetooth earpiece for safety and convenience while driving. The ringer switch on your iPhone works the same way with iTrip as it always does. To avoid missing calls, make sure you understand how the ringer switch works:
Ringer Switch on:
you will hear the ringtone through your speakers or headphones. Ringer Switch o: You will not hear any ringtone. If you have music playing when making or accepting a call, your iPhone will fade the music out. When you end your call, the music will resume. If necessary, reconnect iTrip to your iPhone. This information reects iPhone rmware version 1.1.1. changes, if any, as a result of rmware updates will be posted on our website. Visit www.goiTrip.com for information on everything iTrip. Troubleshooting Problems? No problem. Check these tips for a quick x:
FM Radio 1. Is it on?
2. Is it tuned to unused frequency?
3. Is the radio volume adjusted?
1. Has iTrip gone in low power mode?
2. Are iTrip and the radio tuned to matching frequencies?
iTrip extended period of no music. To get the music going again, just press Play on your iPod, or disconnect and reconnect iTrip to your iPod. iTrip goes in a power-saving mode after an iTrip AutoPilot User Guide Thanks for purchasing Grin Technologys iTrip AutoPilot with SmartScan. iTrip AutoPilot combines our popular iTrip FM transmitter unit with an innovative power and control unit to create the ultimate in-car solution for playing your iPod or iPhone. And SmartScan technology performs the setup for you, automatically. Quick Start 1. Plug iTrip into the dock connector of your iPod or iPhone, and plug iTrips AutoPilot power/control plug into your cars 12 volt power socket or cigarette lighter. 2. Use SmartScan to nd the best frequency for iTrip to work with your car best one on iTrips display. It takes a few seconds to complete the scan. radio: Press FUNCTION > SCAN . iTrips SmartScan technology nds the 3 clearest FM frequencies and stores them in iTrips presets, and shows the 3. Your iTrip will default to the rst preset. 4. If you want to change between presets, Press Select the frequency. FUNCTION > PRESET>
5. Tune your FM radio to the same frequency thats showing on iTrips display. Youre now ready to enjoy the music from your iPod or iPhone through your car stereo. Controlling your iPod iTrips AutoPilot controls give you the tactile feedback that enables you to control your music without taking your eyes o the road. Use the AutoPilot power plug to control the Play/Pause and transport functions of your iPod or iPhone:
Press to play or pause Press to skip to the next track, or Press and Hold to scan through the current track Press to start the current track over; Press repeatedly to skip back through previously-played tracks; Press and Hold to scan back through the current track. Using Other Frequencies In areas with lots of overlapping FM stations crowding the dial, you may need to choose a dierent frequency for iTrip. To choose from your Presets:
1 2 5 1 2 1. Press FUNCTION>PRESET.
(iTrip will exit this menu automatically after about 3 seconds.) Select any of the 3 saved frequencies. 2. Tune your car radio to the new frequency displayed on iTrips screen. iPod If so, allow the battery to recharge for a few short minutes so that your iPod will sense a constant current. Fuses 1. Is the Hold switch on?
2. Is the Play Button depressed?
3. Is the battery completely drained?
1. Check your cars cigarette lighter fuse. 2. Check iTrip AutoPilots fuse. iTrip protects your equipment with a replaceable auto-mobile-type fuse located inside the AutoPilot power plug. Replace with a blade-type mini-fuse (sometimes called an ATM fuse) rated at 2 amps, obtainable at any automotive supply store. fuse locations and specications.)
(Consult your cars owners manual for Call Grins Customer Support at 800-208-5996. Monday Thursday 9 am 6 pm and Friday 9am 5pm Central time. 1 2 1 2 3 To Tune Manually 1. Tune your car radio to a frequency at which you hear nothing but static. The ideal choice would be a frequency with nothing on either of its neighboring frequencies. 2. Press iTrips or buttons to display the same frequency as your radio. Holding down the and buttons moves through them quickly. Setting your own presets If you have three favorite frequencies that you want to be able to recall quickly, you can manually save them to iTrips Presets:
1. Use the and buttons to show the desired frequency on iTrips display. 2. Press FUNCTION>PRESET (iTrip will automatically exit this menu after about 3 seconds.) 3. Press and Hold one of the three PRESET buttons for 2 seconds. The screen will blink once indicating the preset has been saved successfully. Listen iTrip uses SmartSound from your iPod or iPhone to your FM radio. Depending on what you're listening to, you may want to switch between stereo and mono sound. Here's how:
to optimize both the transmission strength and the sound Press FUNCTION>MODE>MONO
(Broadcasts in mono, resulting in a stronger signal than stereo.) Use for podcasts, spoken-word and audio books. Use for a clearer signal in heavily populated areas where numerous FM stations crowd the dial. Press FUNCTION >MODE>STEREO
(Broadcasts in stereo, for more realistic audio.) Use for music and musical podcasts. Use for best possible Right/Left Channel stereo separation and more natural sound. Press SMARTSOUND to toggle on or o the SmartSound function. Charge Indicator iTrips AutoPilot power plug is busy charging your players battery as you listen. AutoPilot visually indicates battery charging status by means of a 3-color light ring:
Red light is on:
AutoPilot is plugged in and receiving power, ready to start charging. Amber light is slowly pulsing:
power to iTrip. AutoPilot is charging your player as it provides Green light is on: Your player is fully charged, and AutoPilot is providing power to iTrip. FUSE automotive blade-type 2 Amp Power: provided by auto cigarette lighter or 12 V accessory socket (no additional batteries required) Input voltage range: 12 16 VDC Transmitter dimensions: 2.2" x .43" x 1.02" (58mm x 11mm x x26mm) Total length 44.5" (115.6cm) Technical Specications iTrip is built for iPod models that use the 30-pin dock connector. Weight: 2.2 oz. (US) (63 g) Antenna: Built-in Maximum current: 2 amperes Output voltage: 5.2 VDC at 1 ampere Modulation: FM Stereo Available output RF ranges (region preset at factory):
Operating Range: 10 30' (3m - 9.1m) Radio Frequency Adjustment Increments:
Radio Frequency Response: 50 Hz ~ 15 kHz U.S.: 88.1MHz ~ 107.9 MHz Japan: 76.0 MHz ~ 90.0 MHz Other Countries: 88.0 MHz ~ 108.0 MHz Japan: 0.1 MHz per step U.S.A. and Other Countries: 0.2 MHz per step Fuse type: 2 ampere blade-type automotive (ATM) fuse This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modications to this equipment. Such modications could void the users authority to operate the equipment. We stand behind our products with the industrys best customer service, backed by a simple, fair warranty. Using this product signies your acceptance of the terms of the warranty, so please read our warranty details at www.grintechnology.com/support/ before using your Grin product. 2008 Grin Technology, Inc. www.grintechnology.com AutoPilot and SmartScan are trademarks of Grin Technology, Inc. iTrip is a registered trademark of Grin Technology, Inc. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc. Patents pending Made in PRC Designed in Tennessee Please recycle this package. Thanks!
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