I say keep it in one place...rather have 10 pages on one thread then have 10 threads to search out and read.

and with that I give you page 4 ;-)

 

Nope, no XM in the 05 model. I think that came in the 07 or 08. I don't even have a button for it.

 

Doesn't look like the HON3 will work on any 2006 RL?

 

That is mostly correct...and that is because they have the PA15 ACU XL specifically for Acuras that have the traffic capability. This will work with the RL, and every other late model Acura MDX, RDX, TL, TSX equipped with traffic capability, as well.

The HON3 works with non navigation base model of RL according to this link.

http://usaspec.com/product.php?Produ...eShowProduct=1

 

its interesting the 05-06 (with nav/traffic) models aren't listed as compatible with the PA15 ACU XL.

I think it should work though; perhaps they need to update their listings.

 

Anyone have any luck in ordering one of these yet?

Chris

 

I wouldnt count on it being anytime soon. See my email to crutchfield

Hello Justin,
Thanks for your e-mail.
I don't have a listing in my system yet for the product you listed, but we very possibly will carry it in the future. Keep an eye on Crutchfield.com for updates regarding this product and the ETA or ability to purchase it.
Thanks again. Please let us know if you need anything else.

J.P.
Crutchfield Advisor
Advisors@Crutchfield.com
www.crutchfield.com
1-800-388-2911 ext 3276

--- Original Message ---
Received: 7/28/09 3:51:03 PM EDT
To: advisors@crutchfield.com
Subject: usa spec PA15 ACU XL
USA Spec has announced the PA15 ACU XL http://usaspec.com/module.php?Module....news&NewsID=7
Can you tell me when crutchfield will be getting these in stock?

 

I went to their website and went to the nearest authorized dealer and they said they can get it. Check it out!

 

I called the local dealer here in Northern VA and the guy said he has no idea when it will be available. He said the HON3 has been listed for like 6 months and he still cant get it.

 

So, another two weeks again?????? Waiting patiently. Have a lot of new songs on the Iphone/Ipods.

 

Once crutchfield can get it then I will believe all the small little install shops.

 

I have installed usa spec pa15hon2 like six month ago. Now I'm using my old ipod video with it. I have some pictures in my gallary so you guys can take a look.

 

USASpec customer service confirms PA 15 ACU XL application for all RL models in an email:

The PA15 ACU XL works on all NAV RL radios frmo [sic] 2005-09

We just took a few days extra to confirm our models on the 2005-7 models

Thanks

in response to my email question:


The PA15 ACU XL is listed as not working for the 2005-2006 Acura RL. All 48 state models of these years came standard with factory navigation and Live Traffic The were no 48 states models without navigation and Live Traffic, unlike model years 2007-2010.

Are you saying that we who have these models year are left out in the cold, that neither this unit nor the HON3 will work for us?

Please clarify.

Thanks

http://usaspec.com/product.php?Produ...eShowProduct=1

 

Today I placed an order for the PA15-HON3 through ipodcarpros.com . It was not on their web page, since it is a brand new item; I placed the order over the phone. $160.

 

So it's out? This is the latest version, with full text support?
This deserves a new thread. Let us know how it works out.

 

Let us know when you actually get it

 

Will this thing also work with non-iPod mp3 players like the Microsoft Zune?

 

Oops - never mind. From their site:

 

Just received an e-mail from USASpec answering my question about which adapter to get. I have an 06RL with Nav and XM activated (currently no traffic). I was told that I should purchase the PA-15-ACU-XL.

 

I took a look at their site, it says it adds an aux in, can anyone with one of these units verify...?

 

Yeah, you can do the AUX in or direct ipod with 5V charging etc. If you don't need the ipod cable just run the RCA/mini jack cable.

 

has anyone hooked up either of these yet? PA-15-ACU-XL or PA15-HON3

I'm planning on purchasing soon.....

 

Has anyone actually found and installed one of the new units? I've seen them both on ebay (pics show what seem to be newer units with the correct model #). The xl was $185! Autotoys claims to have it for $152 http://www.autotoys.com/x/product.php?productid=12523

...and you can use a coupon for free shipping. Considering I don't yet have an ipod either, I was looking to see if anyone has confirmed it actually works. (text, control, etc)

 

thanks

 

Since the PA-15-ACU-XL uses the nav screen for it's display, does anyone know if it interferes in any way with use of the nav system or map display? Can you toggle betweent he iPod screen and nav/map?

LL

 

Man...I am glad I came into the end of this discussion! I just waited for the better part of six months for this thing to come out by reading 4 pages of posts in 15 minutes LOL.

Soooo...anybody have this unit installed and working (with pics...) yet?

 

DUDE! Loving the helmet! Go Blue!

 

I installed it in a 2007 MDX & it doesn't interfere with anything. The sound is better than using the aux input. One note, the unit doesn't plug into the back of the radio, it plugs into the xm module. The only thing you loose is the XM1 screen when the iPod is connected.

 

PA15-HON3 installation not yet successful
I received it from ipodcarpros.com and installed it. Doesn't work. XM didn't work now either. Uninstalled the Y-cable and plugged the original white connector back into the radio. XM worked again. Called USA Spec and told them about it. They suspected a bad cable, so they sent me a new one (very helpful, wanted me to be happy). Received it today, installed the 2nd cable, but still it doesn't work. No XM, no iPod interface. I will call them back tomorrow and give it one more try, but I'm about ready to give up.

 

The part # referenced here for the RL is PA-15-ACU-XL, not PA15-HON3....did you get the wrong adapter?

 

Maybe I forgot to mention that I have a 2006 TL, so the HON3 should be the right unit. I just got off the phone with USA Spec again, and they are suspecting that the electronics unit may be faulty. Again, they are very willing to help figure out the problem. I know that it is early in the production of the HON3, so I understand there may be some glitches. I'm just hoping that we can figure it out soon.

 

Cool. Sorry, I didn't know you were referring to the TL... Let us know how you make out. It's good their service has been responsive though, these days it seems companies just want to sell you something and leave it at that.

 

If you have any pictures of what the interface screens looks like, can you post them? Very interested to see what it looks like.

 

Problem solved! The PA15-HON3 is working great in my 2006 TL!

As suspected by USA Spec, the electronics unit was faulty. It turned out to be an easy fix. Per their suggestion, I opened the case for the unit (just 4 Torx 10 screws) and found that the connector between two circuit boards wasn't fully seated. I pressed it together, resealed the case, and Voila! It works!

I routed the Y-cable through the center console. I mounted the electronics unit under the dual cupholders, on the left side so it is safely out of the way of the parking brake cable operation. I used some cable ties to keep it in place. I then drilled a 9/16" hole in the wall right above the 12V power receptacle and passed the iPod cable through to the lower armrest storage area and then pull the cable through so that the iPod can either be in the upper storage area, or pull out a little more cable to rest it on the closed sliding cup holder door. Another nice thing is that I have about 3' of excess iPod cable, so that if someone wanted to directly control the iPod from the back seat, it's no problem. Just pull out the extra cable!

Text display works great. The re-mapping of XM radio buttons is not exactly intuitive, but I'm sure I will get used to it. It is great being able to charge the iPod, use steering wheel controls, and see song info on the display. I also like having everything completely concealed with the iPod in the upper storage area of the armrest.

Kudos to the helpful folks at USA Spec for helping me figure this out! I know I had one of the early units produced, and I would expect units now shipping have fixed the connector issue.

 

When I looked this up for my 05 RL on ipodcarpros.com, I am getting directed to the PA15-ACUxl...I think...the chart is screwed up... Crutchfield says the car uses the PA15-HON3. Does anybody know the difference between this and the PA15-HON3?

 

Are there any pics or (DIY) instructions on how to remove the head unit/dash to install the PA15-ACUXL or HON3?

Thanks.

 

can you post some pics of the display screen / info on your nav screen?

what do you mean the XM radio buttons are remapped?

 

So for an '05 RL do I buy PA15-HON3 or PA15-ACUxl?

Ipodcarpros.com says it PA15-ACUxl for nav RLs....can anyone confirm this?

Thanks

 

Yes, for the RL the PA15-ACUXL is what you need.

Chris

 

So, this device will only work for ipods, no USB sticks like on the 09 RLs?