GM has released the first Personal Audio Link (PAL) application. As promised it is for the 2007 HHR with the US8 or US9 radios. Has a MSRP of $159 for the unit. Installation time is estimated to be 1 hour.
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GM ACCESSORIES - TO CHEVROLET DEALERS:
Subject: ACC06-056 - Dealer-Installed Personal Audio Link - New Accessory for Chevy HHR
DESCRIPTION:
Chevrolet Accessories is excited to announce the Personal Audio Link (PAL) for HHR. The PAL is a seamlessly integrated interface device that allows HHR owners to join the content and functionality* of their Apple® iPod® with their HHR factory radio system providing true audio personalization.
The PAL allows HHR owners to navigate their personal iPod audio library (music, audiobooks, podcasts) using the vehicle radio controls while their iPod is neatly tucked away. PAL provides full "read" functionality* of the iPod such as sorting by category (genre, playlist, artist, album, song, podcast or audiobook) and shuffling songs/titles within a selected category. The iPod-PAL connection is concealed inside the auxiliary glove compartment so there are no messy extraneous wires. The iPod also charges while connected to the PAL with the vehicle on.
*iPod settings and content cannot be changed using the PAL.
PAL is designed for 2007 Chevrolet HHR models with either of the following radios: US8 (AM/FM Stereo w/CD & MP3, RDS & Auxiliary Input Jack) or US9 (AM/FM 6 CD Changer with MP3, RDS & Auxiliary Input Jack) - PAL is not compatible with U1C base radio on the LS model.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
-iPod sold separately. PAL is not compatible with iPod Shuffle; may not be compatible with some older iPod models.* Before using the Personal Audio Link, customers should ensure their iPod is updated with the latest software and synchronized with iTunes® version 7.0 or higher.
-To select "iPod mode" on the vehicle radio, press the BAND button to cycle through available bands: AM, FM, and XM. The XM band alternates between iPod and XM mode; i.e., every other cycle through the XM band is actually iPod mode. When in iPod mode, the radio will display "iPod Selected" or "No iPod" depending on the connection status of the iPod. Although the PAL is accessed through the radio's XM band, XM service is in no way related to the PAL.
-*For customers wanting to listen to a Shuffle or other non-compatible iPod in their HHR, dealers can offer the Audio Interface Cable (part number 88965274) which plugs into the AUX jack on the vehicle radio faceplate which allows the iPod (and other MP3 players) to play through the vehicle's audio system. Unlike the Personal Audio Link, the Audio Interface Cable does not provide complete integration or allow command of the iPod through the radio controls.
-Apple, iPod and Shuffle are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
-GM Accessories permanently installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery are covered under the New-Vehicle Limited Warranty. If installed after delivery, coverage (parts and labor) is for the balance of the new-vehicle warranty or a minimum of 12 months/12,000 miles (whichever comes first). GM Accessories not requiring installation or purchased over the counter carry a 12 month limited warranty (parts only).