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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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD EDGE

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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD EDGE 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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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD EDGE 2011-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3

SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD EDGE 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD EDGE 2011-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 5

AMP TURN ON

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD EDGE 2011-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Rear Tweeter (+)

~Red/Black Rear Tweeter (-)

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

(2011-2014): Right C-pillar(2015-2017): Behind left quarter panel

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD ESCAPE

2013-2016ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,

WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.

NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.

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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ESCAPE 2013-2016

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

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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ESCAPE 2013-2016

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3

SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ESCAPE 2013-2016

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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ESCAPE 2013-2016

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 5

AMP TURN ON

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ESCAPE 2013-2016

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red n/a

~Red/Black n/a

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Left front of luggage compartment

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD ExPEDITION

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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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPEDITION 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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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPEDITION 2015-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3

SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPEDITION 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPEDITION 2015-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 5

AMP TURN ON

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPEDITION 2015-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 6

VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Mono Rear Tweeters (+)

~Red/Black Mono Rear Tweeters (-)

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Behind left quarter panel

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD ExPLORER

2011-2015ENABLE 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPLORER 2011-2015

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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ADS-AR-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPLORER 2011-2015

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3

SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPLORER 2011-2015

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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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-FOR02 maestro.idatalink.com

FORD ExPLORER 2011-2015

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 5

AMP TURN ON

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Mono Rear Tweeters (+)

~Red/Black Mono Rear Tweeters (-)

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Base of right C-pillar

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD ExPLORER

2016-2017ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,

WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.

NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.

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WELCOME

NEED HELP?

Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro AR Amplifi er replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car amplifi er. Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink Maestro module is programmed with the correct fi rmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.

1 866 427-2999

[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

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Mono Rear Tweeters (+)

~Red/Black Mono Rear Tweeters (-)

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Speaker (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Speaker (-)

Amplifi er location

Base of right C-pillar

Note 1: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.

Note 2: The wires for the subwoofer are not pinned in the FO2 harness.Because the subwoofer is located near the factory amplifi er, the wires can be connected directly at the subwoofer instead.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESExtension harness provided with Kenwood amplifier

PROGRAMMED FIRMWAREADS-AR-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD F150

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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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

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red n/a

~Red/Black n/a

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

(2013-2014) : Under center console

(2015-2017 regular cab) : Base of left B-pillar

(2015-2017 Super cab/Crew cab) : Base of left C-pillar

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD F250

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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FORD F250 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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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red n/a

~Red/Black n/a

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Crew cab : Base of left C-pillar

Super cab : Rear center of fl oor

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD F350

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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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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FORD F350 2013-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 3

SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red n/a

~Red/Black n/a

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Crew cab : Base of left C-pillar

Super cab : Rear center of fl oor

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD FLEx

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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FORD FLEx 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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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Rear Center Channel (+)

~Red/Black Rear Center Channel (-)

CENTER CH Orange Front Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Front Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Behind right rear quarter panel

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD FOCUS

2012-2017ENABLE 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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FORD FOCUS 2012-2017

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

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• Bass Tone Control

Subwoofer Volume

• Mid Tone Control

Not applicable

• Treble Tone Control

Tweeter Output Gain

• Surround Control

Not applicable

• Speed Compensated Volume

None

1

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Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1

• Remove the factory amplifi er (refer to wire chart for amplifi er location).

• Confi gure the 2 pin connectors on the AR-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red n/a

~Red/Black n/a

CENTER CH Orange Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Left front of luggage compartment

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD FUSION

2013-2016ENABLE A SEAMLESS AFTERMARKET AMPLIFIER INSTALLATION,

WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR RADIO.

NOTICE: Automotive Data Solutions Inc. (ADS) recommends having this installation performed by a certified technician. Logos and trademarks used here in are the properties of their respective owners.

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FORD FUSION 2013-2016

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

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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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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FORD FUSION 2013-2016

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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

1

LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Rear Center Channel (+)

~Red/Black Rear Center Channel (-)

CENTER CH Orange Front Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Front Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Right front of luggage compartment

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 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-FOR02

PRODUCTS REQUIREDiDatalink Maestro AR Amplifier Replacement InterfaceiDatalink Maestro AR-FO2 Installation Harness

INSTALL GUIDEFORD TAURUS

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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FORD TAURUS 2013-2017

Automotive Data Solutions Inc. © 2017 2

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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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Settings and Features 3

Installation Instructions 4

Wiring Diagram 5

Vehicle Wire Reference Chart 6

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SETTINGS AND FEATURESCHIME ADJUSTMENT

Chime volume adjustment will only work if the chimes are played by the vehicle speakers (some Ford vehicles generate the chime in the cluster or with dedicated speakers in the back of the vehicle).

CHIME ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE:

• Set the audio source to OFF.

• Activate door or parking assist chime.

• Adjust the chime volume using the volume knob.

MAESTRO AR PROGRAMMABLE FEATURESThese tone control features can be adjusted in the settings of the radio.

FACTORY CONTROL FEATURES:

• 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-FO2 T-harness as shown on the wiring diagram.

STEP 2• Connect the factory amplifi er harnesses to the AR-FO2

T-harness.

STEP 3• Connect the wires from the AR-FO2 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 FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, see the wiring chart.

• Plug the connector from the AR-FO2 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.

Note 3:

The aftermarket amplifi er will not turn OFF with the key, it will shut down when the vehicle goes to sleep.

Note 4:

There will no longer be any audible beeps from the OEM radio when using the radio menus.

• 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

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LF SPEAKER

RF SPEAKER

LR SPEAKER

RR SPEAKER

LF TWEETER

RF TWEETER

CENTER CH

REAR CNTR CH

SUB 1

SUB 2

B C

B

C

STEP 1

STEP 2STEP 3

DATACABLE

AR-FO2 T-HARNESS

FACTORY AMPLIFIERHARNESSES

KENWOOD AMPLIFIER

SECOND AMP

WIRES FROMVEHICLE

WHITEWHITE

GREENGREEN

GRAYGRAY

BLUE

PURPLEPURPLE

RED RED

N.C.

STEP 4MAESTRO AR MODULE

WHITEWHITE/BLACK

GRAYGRAY/BLACK

GREENGREEN/BLACK

PURPLE/BLACKWHITE

WHITE/BLACKGRAY

PURPLE

GRAY/BLACKRED

RED/BLACKRED

RED/BLACK

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

BLACKBLACK/WHITE

CONNECTION NOT REQUIRED

18 PIN CONNECTOR

N.C.

CONNECT THE BLUE WIRE (PIN 16)TO SECOND AMPLIFIER (IF PRESENT)

(TO TURN IT ON)

WIRING DIAGRAM

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VEHICLE WIRE REFERENCE CHART

T-Harness Wires Vehicle Wires

WireTag

WireColor Speaker Wire Description Component

Position

LF SPEAKERWhite Left Front Speaker (+)

~White/Black Left Front Speaker (-)

LF TWEETERWhite Left Front Tweeter (+)

~White/Black Left Front Tweeter (-)

RF SPEAKERGray Right Front Speaker (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Speaker (-)

RF TWEETERGray Right Front Tweeter (+)

~Gray/Black Right Front Tweeter (-)

LR SPEAKERGreen Left Rear Speaker (+)

~Green/Black Left Rear Speaker (-)

RR SPEAKERPurple Right Rear Speaker (+)

~Purple/Black Right Rear Speaker (-)

REAR CNTR CH Red Rear Center Channel (+)

~Red/Black Rear Center Channel (-)

CENTER CH Orange Front Center Channel (+)

~Orange/Black Front Center Channel (-)

SUB 1Black Left Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Left Rear Subwoofer (-)

SUB 2Black Right Rear Subwoofer (+)

~Black/White Right Rear Subwoofer (-)

Amplifi er location

Left front of luggage compartment

Note: The amplifi er output colors and labels on the AR-FO2 T-harness do not correspond to the vehicle. For vehicle specifi c wiring designation, follow this wiring chart.