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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDECHRySLER 200
2015-2016ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Mid (+)
1White/Black Left Front Mid (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Mid (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Mid (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Mid (+)
12Green/Black Left Rear Mid (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 1 (+)
16Green/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Mid (+)
13Purple/Black Right Rear Mid (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Subwoofer 2 (+)
16Purple/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Tweeter (+)
8Orange/Black Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1Black n/a
Black/White n/a
SUB 2Black Right Rear Tweeter (+)
9Black/Red Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 3Black n/a
Black/Yellow n/a
Amplifi er location: Right end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDECHRySLER 300
2012-2014ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
2
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
B C
B
C
2
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITEWHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE
PURPLEPURPLE
REDN.C.
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
CONNECTIONS NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Left Rear Tweeter (+)
12Green/Red Left Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Right Rear Tweeter (+)
13Purple/Red Right Rear Tweeter (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Center Speaker (+)
7Orange/Black Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Black/White Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 3 (+)
16Black/Yellow Subwoofer 3 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDECHRySLER 300
2015-2016ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3
SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Left Rear Tweeter (+)
12Green/Red Left Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Right Rear Tweeter (+)
13Purple/Red Right Rear Tweeter (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Center Speaker (+)
7Orange/Black Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Black/White Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 3 (+)
16Black/Yellow Subwoofer 3 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEDODGE CHALLENGER
2015-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Left Rear Mid (+)
12Green/Red Left Rear Mid (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Right Rear Mid (+)
13Purple/Red Right Rear Mid (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Center Speaker (+)
7Orange/Black Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Subwoofer 1 (+)
16Black/White Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
16Black/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3Black n/a
Black/Yellow n/a
Amplifi er location: Left end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEDODGE CHARGER
2012-2014ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
2
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
2
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AMP TURN ON
B C
B
C
2
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITEWHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE
PURPLEPURPLE
REDN.C.
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
CONNECTIONS NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
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2
3
4
5
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7
8
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11
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13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
16
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
12Green/Red Left Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
13Purple/Red Right Rear Speaker (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Center Speaker (+)
7Orange/Black Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Black/White Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 3 (+)
16Black/Yellow Subwoofer 3 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left side of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEDODGE CHARGER
2015-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
DODGE CHARGER 2015-2017
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
DODGE CHARGER 2015-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3
SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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DODGE CHARGER 2015-2017
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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4
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12
13
14
15
16
17
18
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2
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
16
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
12Green/Red Left Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
13Purple/Red Right Rear Speaker (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Center Speaker (+)
7Orange/Black Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Black/White Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 3 (+)
16Black/Yellow Subwoofer 3 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left side of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEDODGE DURANGO
2014-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
DODGE DURANGO 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
DODGE DURANGO 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3
SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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DODGE DURANGO 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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16
17
18
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3
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7
8
9
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15
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
3White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
4Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Green/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Purple/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14Orange/Black Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1Black Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15Black/White Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2Black n/a
Black/Red n/a
SUB 3Black Center Speaker (+)
7Black/Yellow Center Speaker (-)
Amplifi er location: Left side of cargo area
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEDODGE JOURNEy
2011-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
DODGE JOURNEY 2011-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3
SETTINGS AND FEATURESMAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURES
These tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
3
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DODGE JOURNEY 2011-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
3
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AMP TURN ON
B C
B
C
3
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITEWHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE
PURPLEPURPLE
REDN.C.
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
CONNECTIONS NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
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8
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12
13
14
15
16
17
18
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2
5
6
8
9
18
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 1 (+)
18Green/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Subwoofer 2 (+)
18Purple/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1 Orange n/a
Orange/Black n/a
SUB 1Black n/a
Black/White n/a
SUB 2Black n/a
Black/Red n/a
SUB 3Black n/a
Black/Yellow n/a
Amplifi er location: Center console
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEJEEP CHEROkEE
2014-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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910
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
3White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
4Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Tweeter (+)
11Green/Black Left Rear Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 1 (+)
18Green/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Tweeter (+)
10Purple/Black Right Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Purple/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Orange/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black n/a
Black/White n/a
SUB 2Black Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Black/Red Right Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 3Black Center Speaker (+)
7Black/Yellow Center Speaker (-)
Amplifi er location: Right end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDEJEEP GRAND CHEROkEE
2014-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2014-2017
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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2
3
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7
8
9
14
15
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
3White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
4Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Green/Red Subwoofer 2 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Purple/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Speaker (+)
14Orange/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 1Black Right Rear Speaker (+)
15Black/White Right Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 2Black n/a
Black/Red n/a
SUB 3Black Center Speaker (+)
7Black/Yellow Center Speaker (-)
Amplifi er location: Left side of cargo area
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDERAM 1500 2013-2017
ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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RAM 1500 2013-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 2
WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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8
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14
15
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
8Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Green/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
9Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Center Speaker (+)
7Purple/Red Center Speaker (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14Orange/Black Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1Black Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15Black/White Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2Black n/a
Black/Red n/a
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Yellow Subwoofer 2 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDERAM 2500 & 3500
2013-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,
WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.
NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.
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WELCOME
NEED HELP?
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
1 866 427-2999
maestro.idatalink.com/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features 3
Installation Instructions 4
Wiring Diagram 5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6
ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com
RAM 2500 & 3500 2013-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3
SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT
This is only needed when the vehicle supports chimes (ex: Parking assist, Blind spot detection, Lane sense, etc.).
• Set the audio source to OFF. If there is no way to turn the radio OFF, set the source to AUX.
• The OEM radio will have 3 volume settings for parking assist (Low/Med/High), it is recommended to choose Medium volume.
• Activate any chime (ex: rear parking assist).
• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.
MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.
• Bass Tone Control
Subwoofer Volume
• Mid Tone Control
Not applicable
• Treble Tone Control
Tweeter Output Gain
• Surround Control
Not applicable
• Speed Compensated Volume
None
1
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Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1
• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).
• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-CH2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.
STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-CH2
T-harness.
STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-CH2 T-harness to the
aftermarket amplifi er.
Note 1:
If you are running your own speaker wires from the amplifi er to the speakers, this step is not necessary.
Note 2:
The amplifi er output colors and labels on the CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.
• Plug the connector from the AR-CH2 T-Harness into the aftermarket amplifi er.
• Plug the Data cable to the data port of the aftermarket amplifi er.
STEP 4• Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro AR module.
• For technical assistance call 1-866-427-2999 or e-mail “[email protected]”. Visit us at “maestro.idatalink.com/support” and “www.12voltdata.com/forum/”
1
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AMP TURN ON
A B C
B
C
1
LEFT FRONT 1
RIGHT FRONT 1
LEFT REAR 1
RIGHT REAR 1
LEFT FRONT 2
RIGHT FRONT 2
LEFT REAR 2
RIGHT REAR 2
SUB 1
SUB 2
SUB 3
CENTER 1
A
A
STEP 1
STEP 2STEP 3
STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATACABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROMVEHICLE
WHITE (1)WHITE
GREENGREEN
GRAYGRAY
BLUE PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITEWHITE/BLACK
GRAYGRAY/BLACK
GREENGREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/REDGRAY
GREENGREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/REDBLACK
BLACK/WHITEBLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACKBLACK/YELLOW
ORANGEORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED
SECOND AMP
18 PIN CONNECTOR
N.C.
CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)
(TO TURN IT ON)
WIRING DIAGRAM
MAESTRO AR MODULE
KENWOOD EXTENSION HARNESSKENWOODAMPLIFLIER
18 PIN CONNECTOR
(2) NOTE:IF AN EXTENSION HARNESS IS BEING USED:
- DO NOT CONNECT THE (2) WHITE 2-PIN ADAPTER TO THE PURPLE 2-PIN CONNECTOR.- CUT OFF THE WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR FROM THE ADAPTER CABLE.- CONNECT THE WHITE WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLUE WIRE (PIN 2 ) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO BLACK WIRE (PIN 11) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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6
7
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires
WireTag
WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1 White Left Front Speaker (+)
1White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2White Left Front Tweeter (+)
5White/Red Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1 Gray Right Front Speaker (+)
2Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2Gray Right Front Tweeter (+)
6Gray/Red Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1 Green Left Rear Speaker (+)
Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2Green Subwoofer 1 (+)
17Green/Red Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1 Purple Right Rear Speaker (+)
Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2Purple Center Speaker (+)
7Purple/Red Center Speaker (-)
CENTER 1 Orange Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14Orange/Black Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1Black Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15Black/White Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2Black n/a
Black/Red n/a
SUB 3Black Subwoofer 2 (+)
17Black/Yellow Subwoofer 2 (-)
Amplifi er location: Left end of dash
Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-CH2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.