Lite- IPOD-IN i Volvo HU

The iMIV Light Edition (LE) is without a doubt the easiest and most cost effective way to seamlessly integrate audio from iPod or iPhone into your factory Volvo entertainment system. It is essentially a trimmed down version of the iMIV Classic, however don’t let that fool you into thinking it lacks in features.

The iMIV LE has leading class audio quality, audio and charging support for all of the latest iPod and iPhone models, a small form factor and even support for a reversing camera¹.

The iMIV LE supports:

• Song titles, Artist and Playlist information on the radio screen²
• Control of an iPod or iPhone from the radio or steering wheel controls
• Automatic pausing and resuming of the iPod or iPhone when the vehicle is turned off
• Compatibility with vehicles with/without the factory RTI system

As well, the iMIV LE also has two modes of operation which we have dubbed Simple Mode and Advanced Mode. Operating the iMIV Classic in simple mode allows basic control of functions such as next track and previous track from the radio or steering wheel controls, while all other functions can be accessed from the iPod or iPhone itself. Advanced mode locks the screen of the iPod/iPhone but has the benefit of being able to scroll through and select playlists from the radio and steering wheel controls. Song and Playlist names will also be displayed on the radio screen for easy navigation.

How does the iMIV LE Work?

The iMIV LE is able to emulate OEM peripherals that were optional in Volvo vehicles. By doing this the iMIV LE can effectively communicate with the OEM radio, and utilize every feature available. This can be changed by uploading different firmware – available under the downloads section after logging in – however the iMIV LE emulates a CD Changer from the factory. Depending on the radio that is installed in the vehicle the iMIV LE can emulate one of the following peripherals:

• 10 Disk Trunk Mounted CD Changer
• MiniDisk Changer (prior to MY 2005)
• Satellite Radio Receiver (MY 2005 and newer)

Note: Which channels are available is dependent on the radio that is installed in the vehicle. Only Satellite and MiniDisk channels can display song and playlist information. The Satellite and Minidisk channels are not present at the same time on any Volvo radio.

iMIV LE Melbus Prepped Package

The iMIV LE Melbus Prepped Package is intended for vehicles that do not have a factory RTI system but were prepped from the factory for an OEM peripheral. If your vehicle is Melbus prepped you will find an 8 pin Melbus cable that terminates in the fuse box; it is often wrapped in foam.

The Melbus Prepped Package is easy to install and utilizes the factory Melbus cable. Our Generic Power Cable is included stock, however we also recommend our REM Power Cable if your vehicle is model year 2005 and up. It is recommended that the iMIV LE be installed in the rear of the vehicle with the iPod/iPhone cable be routed to the center console for easy access.

The iMIV LE Melbus Prepped Package includes the following:

• iMIV LE Multimedia Adaptor PN: A1.822.0000
• 350cm Long iPod Dock Cable (Audio and Video Support) PN: P0.161.0006
• Generic Power Cable PN: A0.143.0001

¹Requires a Power and Camera Cable. Only compatible with factory DVD RTI systems. ²Requires Satellite or MiniDisk firmware.