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Page 1: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

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.

WARNING Pressing the printer icon or “quick printing” this document will print

all of the guides in this compilation.

Open the Bookmarks menu and find your vehicle OR scroll down until you find the install guide for your vehicle.

Print only the pages for your vehicle using the advanced options in the Print menu.

Install your Maestro AR according to the guide for your vehicle.

HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE1

2

3

SELECT VEHICLE PRINT PAGES NEEDED

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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.

Page 3: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Settings and Features 3

Installation Instructions 4

Wiring Diagram 5

Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6

Page 4: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 200 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 200 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

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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 200 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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 200 2015-2016

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

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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.

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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 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.

Page 9: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Settings and Features 3

Installation Instructions 4

Wiring Diagram 5

Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6

Page 10: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014

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

2

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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014

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/”

2

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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 300 2012-2014

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

1

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910

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18

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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.

Page 14: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

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.

Page 15: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Settings and Features 3

Installation Instructions 4

Wiring Diagram 5

Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6

Page 16: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

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

Page 17: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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

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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

CHRYSLER 300 2015-2016

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

910

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

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.

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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 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.

Page 21: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/supportwww.12voltdata.com/forum

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Settings and Features 3

Installation Instructions 4

Wiring Diagram 5

Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6

Page 22: HOW TO USE THIS INSTALL GUIDE - iDatalink

ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

DODGE CHALLENGER 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

DODGE CHALLENGER 2015-2017

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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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 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

4

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7

8

910

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

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.

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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 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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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/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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4

5

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7

8

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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

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.

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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 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.

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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/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 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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2

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4

5

6

7

8

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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

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.

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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 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.

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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

[email protected]

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 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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Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

910

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

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.

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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 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.

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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

[email protected]

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 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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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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2

3

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11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

1

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.

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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 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.

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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/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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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

910

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

1

2

3

4

7

8

910

11

17

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 (+)

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.

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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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/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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3

4

5

6

7

8

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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

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.

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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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

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/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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RAM 1500 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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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

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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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RAM 1500 2013-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

910

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

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.

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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 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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ADS-AR-CHR02 maestro.idatalink.com

RAM 2500 & 3500 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/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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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

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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 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.