iDataLink Maestro AR Install Manual
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Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
CHRySLER 200
2015-2016
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.
CHRYSLER 200 2015-2016
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
CHRYSLER 200 2015-2016
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3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
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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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
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1
2
3
4
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7
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12
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18
1
2
5
6
8
9
12
13
16
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Mid (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Mid (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Mid (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Mid (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Mid (+)
12
Green/Black
Left Rear Mid (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 1 (+)
16
Green/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Mid (+)
13
Purple/Black
Right Rear Mid (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Subwoofer 2 (+)
16
Purple/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
8
Orange/Black
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1
Black
n/a
Black/White
n/a
SUB 2
Black
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
9
Black/Red
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 3
Black
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.
Does it work with my car?
Fonctionne-t-it avec mon auto?
i,Funciona con mi coche?
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
CHRySLER 300
2012-2014
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.
CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
2
CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014
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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/”
2
CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014
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5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
N.C.
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/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
CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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10
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16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
16
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
12
Green/Red
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
13
Purple/Red
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Center Speaker (+)
7
Orange/Black
Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Black/White
Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 3 (+)
16
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
CHRySLER 300
2015-2016
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.
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
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
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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10
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16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
16
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
12
Green/Red
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
13
Purple/Red
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Center Speaker (+)
7
Orange/Black
Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Black/White
Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 3 (+)
16
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
DODGE CHALLENGER
2015-2017
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.
DODGE CHALLENGER 2015-2017
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
DODGE CHALLENGER 2015-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
DODGE CHALLENGER 2015-2017
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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
DODGE CHALLENGER 2015-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
12
13
16
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Left Rear Mid (+)
12
Green/Red
Left Rear Mid (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Right Rear Mid (+)
13
Purple/Red
Right Rear Mid (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Center Speaker (+)
7
Orange/Black
Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Subwoofer 1 (+)
16
Black/White
Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
16
Black/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3
Black
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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
DODGE CHARGER
2012-2014
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.
DODGE CHARGER 2012-2014
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
DODGE CHARGER 2012-2014
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3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
N.C.
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/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
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
12
Green/Red
Left Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
13
Purple/Red
Right Rear Speaker (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Center Speaker (+)
7
Orange/Black
Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Black/White
Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 3 (+)
16
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
DODGE CHARGER
2015-2017
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.
DODGE CHARGER 2015-2017
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
DODGE CHARGER 2015-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
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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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
12
Green/Red
Left Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
13
Purple/Red
Right Rear Speaker (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Center Speaker (+)
7
Orange/Black
Center Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Black/White
Subwoofer 1 (-)
SUB 2
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 3 (+)
16
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
DODGE DURANGO
2014-2017
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.
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
DODGE DURANGO 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
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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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5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
DODGE DURANGO 2014-2017
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
3
4
7
8
9
14
15
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
3
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
4
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Green/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Purple/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14
Orange/Black
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1
Black
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15
Black/White
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2
Black
n/a
Black/Red
n/a
SUB 3
Black
Center Speaker (+)
7
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
DODGE JOURNEy
2011-2017
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.
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
DODGE JOURNEY 2011-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
MAESTRO 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
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
DODGE JOURNEY 2011-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
N.C.
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/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
DODGE JOURNEY 2011-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
5
6
8
9
18
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 1 (+)
18
Green/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Subwoofer 2 (+)
18
Purple/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
n/a
Orange/Black
n/a
SUB 1
Black
n/a
Black/White
n/a
SUB 2
Black
n/a
Black/Red
n/a
SUB 3
Black
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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
JEEP CHEROkEE
2014-2017
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.
JEEP CHEROKEE 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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
JEEP CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
JEEP CHEROKEE 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
JEEP CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
JEEP CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
3
4
7
8
9
10
11
17
18
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
3
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
4
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
11
Green/Black
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 1 (+)
18
Green/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
10
Purple/Black
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Purple/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Orange/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
n/a
Black/White
n/a
SUB 2
Black
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Black/Red
Right Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 3
Black
Center Speaker (+)
7
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
JEEP GRAND CHEROkEE
2014-2017
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.
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 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
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2014-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
3
4
7
8
9
14
15
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
3
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
4
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Green/Red
Subwoofer 2 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Purple/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Speaker (+)
14
Orange/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 1
Black
Right Rear Speaker (+)
15
Black/White
Right Rear Speaker (-)
SUB 2
Black
n/a
Black/Red
n/a
SUB 3
Black
Center Speaker (+)
7
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
RAM 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.
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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
3
Installation Instructions
4
Wiring Diagram
5
Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
6
RAM 1500 2013-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
3
SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
1
RAM 1500 2013-2017
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
RAM 1500 2013-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
5
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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
RAM 1500 2013-2017
Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
8
9
14
15
17
VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
8
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Green/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
9
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Center Speaker (+)
7
Purple/Red
Center Speaker (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14
Orange/Black
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1
Black
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15
Black/White
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2
Black
n/a
Black/Red
n/a
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/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.
Extension harness provided with
Kenwood amplifier
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE
ADS-AR-CHR02
PRODUCTS REQUIRED
iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement Interface
iDatalink Maestro AR-CH2 Installation Harness
INSTALL GUIDE
RAM 2500 & 3500
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
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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
[email protected]
maestro.idatalink.com/support
www.12voltdata.com/forum
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Settings and Features
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Installation Instructions
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Wiring Diagram
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Vehicle Wire Reference Chart
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SETTINGS AND FEATURES
CHIME 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 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
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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
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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 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
MAESTRO AR MODULE
MAESTRO AR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
AR-CH2 T-HARNESS
FACTORY AMPLIFIER
HARNESSES
KENWOOD AMPLIFIER
KENWOOD
AMPLIFLIER
WIRES FROM
VEHICLE
WHITE (1)
WHITE
GREEN
GREEN
GRAY
18 PIN CONNECTOR
GRAY
BLUE
PURPLE
PURPLE
RED
WHITE (2)
N.C.
WHITE
WHITE/BLACK
GRAY
GRAY/BLACK
GREEN
GREEN/BLACK
PURPLE/BLACK
GRAY/RED
WHITE/RED
GRAY
GREEN
GREEN/RED
PURPLE
WHITE
PURPLE
PURPLE/RED
BLACK
BLACK/WHITE
BLACK
BLACK/RED
BLACK
BLACK/YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE/BLACK
(1) NOTE:
WHITE 2-PIN CONNECTOR IS ONLY
NECESSARY IF THE VEHICLE HAS CHIMES.
(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 RED WIRE (PIN 15) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE BLACK WIRE FROM ADAPTER TO RED/BLACK WIRE (PIN 6) OF 18-PIN CONNECTOR.
- CONNECT THE OTHER SIDE OF ADAPTER TO MAESTRO AR MODULE (POSITION A).
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
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
1
2
5
6
7
14
15
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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART
T-Harness Wires
Vehicle Wires
Wire
Tag
Wire
Color
Speaker Wire Description
Component
Position
LEFT FRONT 1
White
Left Front Speaker (+)
1
White/Black
Left Front Speaker (-)
LEFT FRONT 2
White
Left Front Tweeter (+)
5
White/Red
Left Front Tweeter (-)
RIGHT FRONT 1
Gray
Right Front Speaker (+)
2
Gray/Black
Right Front Speaker (-)
RIGHT FRONT 2
Gray
Right Front Tweeter (+)
6
Gray/Red
Right Front Tweeter (-)
LEFT REAR 1
Green
Left Rear Speaker (+)
Green/Black
Left Rear Speaker (-)
LEFT REAR 2
Green
Subwoofer 1 (+)
17
Green/Red
Subwoofer 1 (-)
RIGHT REAR 1
Purple
Right Rear Speaker (+)
Purple/Black
Right Rear Speaker (-)
RIGHT REAR 2
Purple
Center Speaker (+)
7
Purple/Red
Center Speaker (-)
CENTER 1
Orange
Left Rear Tweeter (+)
14
Orange/Black
Left Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 1
Black
Right Rear Tweeter (+)
15
Black/White
Right Rear Tweeter (-)
SUB 2
Black
n/a
Black/Red
n/a
SUB 3
Black
Subwoofer 2 (+)
17
Black/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.