PAC SWI-RC User Manual

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06-18-10
SWI-RC
Universal Steering Wheel Control Interface
Before You Start
A. Is this product compatible with the vehicle?
• Please visit http://www.pac-audio.com/swixprogramming/swixprogramming.asp for the most current list of
compatible vehicles.
B. Prepare for the installation.
• If possible, install the SWI-RC while you are installing the new head unit. Keep in mind you may need to plug in the
factory stereo to locate certain wires; therefore do not complete the head unit installation until the SWI-RC is work-
ing properly.
• Plan a general installation location for both the SWI-RC plug and the control body. Keep in mind that the supplied
wire harness is two feet long, and the 1/8" plug harness is three feet long.
• Use a multimeter or approved measuring device for checking vehicle circuits.
Pacific Accessory Corporation
SEEK
PRESET
AM FM
VOLUME
PLAY
MUTE
Power
Jack for the SWI-RC
Steering wheel
audio control wire
To Kenwood,
OEM or
Blaupunkt
remote control input
Installation Instructions
For Alpine, JVC, Clarion, Kenwood,
Pioneer, Sony, Valor, OEM, Boyo,
Dual, Visteon, Advent & Blaupunkt
Steering Remote Ready Radios
For Alpine, Clarion, JVC, Pioneer, Sony or Valor radios, connect the SWI-RC 1/8" plug into the radio's Steering
Wheel input jack on back of radio or wire harness. For Kenwood or OEM radios, connect the blue/yel wire to the remote
Input wire (blue/yel or yel/blu for Kenwood, gray for OEM) of radio.
Blaupunkt radios with optional wireless remote inputs are supported by the SWI-RC, however we do not supply
any connectors or support for Blaupunkt. It is up to the consumer or installer to supply this connector. Use vehicle
Connector Chart and use VW connector as reference. Connect the SWI-RC's blue/yel wire to pin #11 of VW connector.
The connector you obtain may come with two of three pieces, however the connector (usually green) should show pin
#11 on it.
Please Note: The SWC input may be located on a
seperate harness instead of the radio chassis. Please refer
to the radio's installation manual before plugging in the
SWI-RC to be certain you are using the correct input to
prevent damage.

PAC SWI-RC Specifications

General

Product Type	Steering Wheel Control Interface
Programmability	Yes
Pre-Wired Connector	No
Compatibility	Aftermarket stereos
Function	Steering wheel control interface
Vehicle Fit	Universal

Summary

Before You Start

Vehicle Compatibility Check

Verify product compatibility with your specific vehicle model using the provided URL.

Installation Preparation Steps

Plan installation location, wire lengths, and use a multimeter for circuit checks.

Step 1 - Wiring

Step 2 - Programming the Version #

Step 3 - Learn Steering Wheel Functions

Appendix A - Version #4 Programming

Version #4 Programming Procedure

Detailed steps for programming the interface specifically for version #4.

Testing SWI-RC Controls

Guide on how to test the programmed steering wheel controls for functionality.

Appendix B - Vehicle Exception Notes

Appendix C - Resistor Kit Usage

Troubleshooting Guide

Vehicle Not Listed in Chart

Instructions for handling vehicles not found in the identification and connection chart.

Programming Version Number Errors

Solutions for common issues encountered when programming the interface version number.

No Power or Programming Mode Entry

Troubleshooting steps for the device not powering on or failing to enter programming mode.

Unintended Steering Wheel Control Activation

How to resolve accidental stereo control activation without button presses.

RAP Mode and Car Running Issues

Fixes for issues related to RAP mode or controls not functioning when the car is running.

Programming Button Light Behavior

Understanding the LED indicator behavior during the programming process.

Controls Activated by Steering Wheel Movement

Solution for controls activating solely by turning the steering wheel.