Idatalink Maestro ADS-MRR2 Universal Radio Replacement Interface Module - Retain Steering Wheel Audio Controls & Other Factory Features in Select Vehicles (Vehicle-Specific Acc-HU Harness Required)

Features

• iDatalink's Maestro ADS-MRR2 module, along with the correct "HRN-HRR" Series plug & play t-harness interface for your vehicle, allows you to install a new car stereo in select late-model Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda/Acura, Subaru, Toyota/Scion, and Volkswagen vehicles while retaining your steering wheel audio controls and other factory conveniences you've grown accustomed to. And setup only takes a few minutes via Bluetooth from your smartphone or other device, a big improvement over previous models. Vehicle (Coverage: 30 Makes - Models: 4582 - Years: 2002+) Professional Installation is highly recommended.
• If you're buying a Idatalaink Maestro compatible Alpine, Boss, Kenwood, JVC, Pioneer or S O N Y receiver, you'll enjoy the outstanding performance of your receiver, plus seamless touchscreen control over most of the factory features in select vehicles (see Details for specific functions and installation notes).
• HEADUNIT INSTALLATION NOTE: This ADS-MRR2 module REQUIRES both the vehicle specific iDatalink Maestro "HRN-HRR" Series Plug & Play T-Harness and the corresponding brand specific car stereo head-unit "ACC-HU" series harness. (Alpine ACC-HU-ALP1) , (Pioneer ACC-HU-PIO1), (S0NY ACC-HU-SON1), (KENWO0D/JVC with 22-Pin Connector ACC-HU-KEN1), (KENWO0D/JVC with 16-Pin Connector ACC-HU-KEN2), (KENWO0D/JVC with 22-Pin Connector 2024+ ACC-HU-KEN3), (Boss Radio ACC-HU-BOS1) or the (Jensen ACC-HU-JEN1) Installation T-Harness. Each Sold separately. These adapters allows you to directly connect select car stereos to compatible iDatalink T-harnesses.
• retains factory convenience features (OnStar, SYNC, Uconnect, and more) with select iDatalink-ready receiversWith most iDatalink-compatible car stereos, you'll also be able to add additional features like performance gauges, climate controls, and parking assistance that appear on your new receiver's touchscreen.
• The ADS-MRR2 module also allows you to use your factory steering wheel audio controls with your new receiver. Using the intuitive web programming interface, each factory button can be assigned a specific radio function. Better yet, you can also assign a secondary "press and hold" radio function to each factory button, effectively doubling what can be controlled. It's simple to update the module's firmware and software via a wireless Bluetooth connection.
• First, you connect the Maestro to your computer using the included USB cable or to your smartphone or other device via Bluetooth, visit idatalink/maestro website, and follow the instructions. Once the unit has been "flashed," it's ready to go. Next, you'll either solder or crimp the vehicle-specific Maestro harness (sold separately) to your new receiver's wiring.
• ** Professional Installation is highly recommended. Some vehicles may require extra parts which are sold separately and not included.

Description

** Professional Installation is highly recommended. Some vehicles may require extra parts which are sold separately and not included. Advanced Radio Replacement Interface compatible with over 3000 vehicles 2003 and up. Maestro ADS-MRR2 offers the same exclusive infotainment retention and exclusive screens as the Maestro ADS-MRR while adding support for additional vehicles and enabling Bluetooth programming directly from your iOS and Android mobile device. Basic radio retention features are also available with non-iDatalink-compatible radios. Some accessories and aftermarket radio are required and sold separately. ADS-MRR2: (Vehicle Coverage: 30 Makes - Models: 4582 - Years: 2002+) >> This one. ADS-MRR: (Vehicle Coverage: 30 Makes - Models: 4318 - Years: 2002+) Keep your vehicle's features iDatalink's Maestro ADS-MRR2 module, along with the correct interface harness for your vehicle, allows you to install a new car stereo in select late-model Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, General Motors, Honda/Acura, Subaru, Toyota/Scion, and Volkswagen vehicles while retaining your steering wheel audio controls and other factory conveniences you've grown accustomed to. And setup only takes a few minutes via Bluetooth from your smartphone or other device, a big improvement over previous models. You'll also need an additional Maestro vehicle-specific wiring harness that connects your new receiver to the ADS-MRR2 module and your vehicle's wiring. Here's how it works. First, you connect the Maestro to your computer using the included USB cable or to your smartphone or other device via Bluetooth, visit idatalink/maestro website, and follow the instructions. Once the unit has been "flashed," it's ready to go. Next, you'll either solder or crimp the vehicle-specific Maestro harness (sold separately) to your new receiver's wiring. Retains steering wheel audio controls The ADS-MRR2 module also allows you to use your factory steering wheel audio controls with your new receiver. Using the intuitive web programming interface, each factory button can be assigned a specific radio function. Better yet, you can also assign a secondary "press and hold" radio function to each factory button, effectively doubling what can be controlled. It's simple to update the module's firmware and software via a wireless Bluetooth connection. Command center The ADS-MRR2 features three programmable outputs which allow you to control relay-driven aftermarket accessories from an iDatalink Serial Port-compatible Alpine, Boss, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer or S O N Y in-dash receiver. These outputs can be individually configured to Latch, Toggle, Follow a CAN signal in the car (firmware dependent), or have a custom output configuration, as well as setting Delay On and Delay Off times for each output. You can also assign a steering wheel control button from the vehicle to control one of these outputs. The ADS-MRR2 also features a dedicated port for radar detector integration that allows you to connect to select Escort radar detectors (sold separately). INSTALLATION NOTE: This ADS-MRR2 module REQUIRES both the vehicle specific iDatalink Maestro "HRN-HRR" series plug & play t-harness and the corresponding brand specific car stereo head-unit "ACC-HU" series harness. (ALPINE: ACC-HU-ALP1), (BOSS: ACC-HU-BOS1), (KEN WOOD/JVC with 22-Pin Connector: ACC-HU-KEN1), (KEN WOOD/JVC with 16-Pin Connector: ACC-HU-KEN2), (KEN WOOD/JVC with 22-Pin Connector 2024 & Newer: ACC-HU-KEN3), (PIONEER: ACC-HU-PIO1), (S O N Y: ACC-HU-SON1) If you're buying a compatible Kenwood, JVC, Pioneer, Sny, or Alpine receiver, you'll enjoy the outstanding performance of your receiver, plus seamless touchscreen control over most of the factory features in select vehicles (see Details for specific functions and installation notes). With most iDatalink-compatible car stereos, you'll also be able to add additional features like performance gauges, climate controls, and parking assistance that appear on your new receiver's touchscreen. Product highlights: Web-Programmable Radio Replacement Solution: The iDatalink Maestro RR2 (ADS-MRR2) is part of a web-programmable solution that allows you to replace the factory radio in many 2006-up Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, GM, Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep/RAM, Toyota/Scion, Honda/Acura, Hyundai/Kia, Nissan, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Fiat, Subaru, Volkswagen, and Audi vehicles; as well as Harley Davidson motorcycles (requires additional vehicle specific harness). Retained features will vary by vehicle and aftermarket head unit. Flashing Module via Weblink Desktop: The iDatalink Maestro RR2 (ADS-MRR2) will need to be loaded with correct firmware before installation. The included USB cable plugs into your computer and allows you to "flash" the Maestro RR2 with the appropriate firmware to prepare it for installation. Simply download Weblink Desktop (for Windows and Mac) onto your computer to access the appropriate firmware. System requirements include - Note: Not compatible with Chromebook and other operating systems not listed above. WeblinkMaestro App: The WeblinkMaestro app (for Apple iOS 12.0+ and Android OS 7.0+) can now be used to flash and program the iDatalink Maestro RR2 (ADS-MRR2) using your compatible smartphone or tablet device via a wireless Bluetooth connection. An online Weblink account will still be required. In addition, you will be able to re-configure the iDatalink Maestro RR2 and adjust any settings you may have missed during your initial setup, such as changing a SWC command. Firmware & software updates can also be done via the WeblinkMaestro app over a wireless Bluetooth connection. Aftermarket Radio Compatibility: The iDatalink Maestro RR2 (ADS-MRR2) is fully compatible with select aftermarket receivers with an iDatalink Serial Port and partially compatible with non-serial port aftermarket head unit. Features will vary by vehicle and type of aftermarket head unit. Retained Features: The iDatalink Maestro RR2 lets your retain important factory features and functions - including Infotainment systems like Ford Sync, OnStar, and U-Connect. Other retained factory features and functions include Steering Wheel Controls, Satellite Radio (external tuners only), USB ports, Aux inputs, Bluetooth, RSE (Rear Seat Entertainment) and Backup Cameras. In addition, your vehicle's Warning Chimes and RAP are retained. In some cases the factory amplified system will be retained, while other times the factory amplifier will be bypassed. Steering Wheel Controls: The iDatalink Maestro RR2 also lets you retain the factory steering wheel controls in a variety of vehicles when replacing the factory radio with an aftermarket stereo that offers a SWC input. In addition to retaining the original steering wheel functions, you can assign secondary press & hold features to the buttons of your choice. You may or may not need to splice into your factory wirining (depending on vehicle make and model). Extra features: When installing an iDatalink Serial Port-compatible Kenwood, JVC, Alpine, Sny, or Pioneer in-dash receiver in select Ford/Lincoln/Mercury, GM, Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, Toyota/Scion, Honda/Acura, Fiat, and Volkswagen/Audi vehicles, the iDatalink Maestro RR2 offers extra features. The following extra features will vary by aftermarket head unit and make/model/year vehicle. Note: 2014-2015 Pioneer receivers with the iDatalink Serial Port and non-serial port aftermarket radios do not support these Extra features. Navigation Outputs: The ADS-MRR2 provides a VSS (vehicle speed sense), Foot Brake, Parking Brake, and a Reverse Light output to make installing practically any aftermarket navigation radio simpler and less time consuming. Amp Turn-On Lead: The ADS-MRR2 provides an amp turn-on lead to turn on any factory amps when installing virtually any aftermarket head unit. Both balance & fade control are retained in many vehicles with analog amplifier systems. iDatalink Serial Port compatible head units from Kenwood, JVC, Alpine, Sny, and Pioneer also support fading in vehicles with digital amplifier systems. Programmable Outputs: The ADS-MRR2 features three programmable outputs which can be configured to control aftermarket accessories one may add to the vehicle from an iDatalink Serial Port compatible Kenwood, JVC, Alpine, Sny, or Pioneer in-dash receiver. These outputs can be configured to Latch, Toggle, Follow a CAN signal in the car (firmware dependent), or have a custom output configuration. You can even configure Delay On and Delay OFF times for each output. You can also assign a steering wheel control button from the vehicle to control one of these outputs. Escort Radar Detector Port: When installing an iDatalink Serial Port compatible Kenwood, JVC, Alpine, Sny, or Pioneer in-dash receiver, the iDatalink Maestro RR2 features a dedicated port for Escort Radar integration with select Escort models, such as the Escort iX Ci and Escort MAX Ci (sold separately). Installation Note: Connecting the module, vehicle specific harness, and aftermarket head unit together requires hard-wiring numerous wires by soldering or using Posi-Twist connectors. Installation Harnesses: You will need a vehicle specific installation harness to install the iDatalink Maestro RR2 in your compatible vehicle. Make sure you update the iDatalink Maestro RR2 with the correct firmware for your specific vehicle from the iDatalink Weblink site. Car stereos that aren't iDatalink-compatible. With car stereos that are not iDatalink-compatible, you'll usually retain your steering wheel controls and the use of your factory amplifier, although retained features vary according to the vehicle. What's in the box:

Product Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 3 inches

Item Weight: 8 ounces

Item model number: ADS-MRR2

Date First Available: April 30, 2020

Manufacturer: Idatalink