GM PAL (Personal Audio Link)
Comparison
(updated 3/24/12)
| GM Part No. 17800593 | Version 2 PAL Kit | |
| Contents | PAL module, installation harness, 4' iPod cable, owner's manual, 21 page installation printout in 3 languages | PAL module, custom installation harness, 8' iPod cable, owner's manual and one page supplement, one page installation printout, rubber grommet for iPod cable |
| Application | 2005 and later C6 Corvettes with U3U Navigation radio and XM receiver (no subscription necessary) | 2005 and later
C6 Corvettes with U3U Navigation radio, US8 or US9 non-Nav radio All with or without XM receiver The Version 2 PALs will also work in '03'06 Tahoes and trucks, and many other GM vehicles with a Class 2 communication system. European vehicles have different software that will not recognize the PAL.) |
| Installation | Time: 4-6 hours, depending on skill level. Must remove center console, HVAC controls, Nav radio, glove box, instrument cluster bezel, driver side knee bolster and protection panel. Must cut into factory wiring harness and splice wire, a permanent modification. | Time: 10-30 minutes, requiring no tools (pull back carpet) for coupe/Z06 access to XM receiver or 30-45 minutes for convertible (must remove waterfall between seats) for access to XM receiver. C6s without XM harness will require a couple of hours. Simply unplug harness for restoring back to factory condition. |
| iPod location | Glove box | User can choose anywhere in center console area or rear storage compartments for coupes and Z06s or anywhere in center console area in convertibles. The iPod cable may be routed anywhere from the XM receiver location at the user's choice. |
| Compatibility | Works with all Apple iPods, iPhones, iTouches, but will not charge the later models. Some operational issues with large hard drive iPods and some later iPhones. | Works with all Apple iPods, iPhones, and iTouches. Will charge all of the later Apple products. Will also allow audio input through the auxiliary in port for other music devices. |
| Features | Nicely integrated into Navigation radio and HUD. Allows control of iPod through the Navigation screen. Allows searches of artists and albums. | Nicely integrated into both Nav and non-Nav radios and HUD. Allows extended control of iPod through the Navigation screen or radio display. Allows direct control of iPod or iPhone with Direct mode. Provides user selectable auxiliary input through two RCA jacks. Provides PAUSE button for additional iPod control. Additional display options included. |
| PAL module manufacturer | Mediatronics | Mediatronics |
| Software | Version C4509051 | Version
2.2.F132 or newer, offering many new features and better performance |
| Technical Support | Very limited at dealerships | Free email and phone support |
| Cost | Suggested retail price is $189 but often discounted. Shipping extra. | $185, including shipping to any U.S. address. |
| Availability | Any GM dealer | Click here for website with details and ordering page. |
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