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INSTALL GUIDE
2008-2015
Audi R8
RETAINS STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS, AMPLIFIER, BACKUP CAMERA, OEM SATELLITE ANTENNA AND MORE!
HEAD UNIT
ADAPTER READY
OR
+
PRODUCTS REQUIRED iDatalink Maestro RR or RR2 Radio Replacement Interface iDatalink Maestro R8 Dash Kit
PROGRAMMED FIRMWARE: ADS-RR(SR)-AUD1-DS
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WELCOME
Congratulations on the purchase of your iDatalink Maestro RR Radio replacement solution. You are now a few simple steps away from enjoying your new car radio with enhanced features.
Before starting your installation, please ensure that your iDatalink
Maestro module is programmed with the correct firmware for your vehicle and that you carefully review the install guide.
Please note that Maestro RR will only retain functionalities that were originally available in the vehicle.
Audi R8 2008-2015
ACCESSORIES AND ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
E L E C T R O N I C S
Click here for:
Radar Installation Guides
HEAD UNIT ADAPTER :
ACC-HUPIO1, SON1, KEN1, KEN2, ALP1
SXV300 Satellite radio tuner
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Maestro RR2 Programmable Outputs Guide
VIDEO HELP Installation, product information, vehicle specific videos.
VERIFY FLASH Last flash information, steering control configuration, vehicle information.
WEBLINK Software to program module.
NEED HELP?
1 866 427-2999
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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DISASSEMBLY
1. Using the supplied radio keys, insert into 4 slots on radio and remove the factory radio, then disconnect the wiring harness and antenna connections. (1.1)
2. Slide both driver and passenger seats to the forward most position. Remove the four (4) 9mm bolts securing rear trim panel and remove the panel. (1.2)
DASH KIT ASSEMBLY
3. Unbox the aftermarket radio. Install the metal brackets provided with the R8 kit to the aftermarket radio using the screws supplied with the aftermarket radio. (1.3)
4. Place R8 Bezel onto the radio and secure it with the six (6)
Phillips screws provided with the kit. (1.4)
Fig. 1.1
Fig. 1.2
Fig. 1.3
Fig. 1.4
MAKE CONNECTIONS
1. If using head unit adapter (sold separately), connect
HRR-R8 harness to adapter and skip to step 2.
• Locate the aftermarket radio main harness.
• Cut and remove the black 20 pin connector from the
HRR-R8 T-harness and connect the wires, shown in the wiring diagram, from aftermarket radio main harness to the HRR-R8 T-harness and match the wire functions.
Note : only connect purple/white wire to radio reverse input or module damage will occur.
2. Route the supplied reverse camera extension cable along the center console to the reverse camera module.
Disconnect the reverse camera feed from the module and connect it to the camera extension cable.
( Optional ) the KIT-R8 includes a satellite radio antenna extension. This is only needed if you are installing the aftermarket SXV300 radio tuner. Run extension along center console to satellite radio module and disconnect from OEM module and plug antenna into extension.
3. Connect the R8 T-harness to the factory harness.
• Plug in the supplied antenna adapter to the factory antenna cable and connect the blue wire on the adapter to the blue wire on the R8 T-harness.
4. Route the OBD2 harness to the OBD2 connector located above the gas and brake pedals.
5. Connect all the harnesses to the Maestro RR module.
6. Plug the harnesses into the aftermarket radio.
• Plug the backup camera RCA cable, the antenna adapter,
USB cables, microphone and the 4-pin Data cable.
Note: On Pioneer radio, ensure that there is nothing plugged into the W/R port.
7. Plug in six (6) pin connector to R8 button bar, after checking for proper operation of install, press radio into dash cavity making sure the locking tabs snap into place
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WIRING DIAGRAM
STEP 1
WHITE - LF SPEAKER (+)
WHITE/BLACK - LF SPEAKER (-)
GRAY - RF SPEAKER (+)
GRAY/BLACK - RF SPEAKER (-)
GREEN - LR SPEAKER (+)
GREEN/BLACK - LR SPEAKER (-)
PURPLE - RR SPEAKER (+)
PURPLE/BLACK - RR SPEAKER (-)
BLUE/WHITE - AMP. TURN ON (+)
BLUE - POWER ANTENNA (+)
BLACK - GROUND
RED - ACCESSORY (+)
YELLOW - 12V (+)
ORANGE - ILLUMINATION (+)
PURPLE/WHITE - REVERSE LIGHT (+) *
LTGREEN - E-BRAKE (-)
PINK - VEHICLE SPEED
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IF NOT USING A MAESTRO HEAD UNIT ADAPTER:
CUT AND DISCARD CONNECTOR
SEE RADIO
WIRE REFERENCE
CHART FOR
RADIO WIRE COLORS
HEAD UNIT ADAPTER
SOLD SEPARATELY
* ONLY CONNECT TO RADIO REVERSE INPUT
OR MODULE DAMAGE WILL OCCUR
STEP 2
8
8
STEP 3
STEP 4
NC 3
2
STEP 6
MAIN
HARNESS
IF WIRES ARE PRESENT ON
ADAPTER: SEE RADIO
REFERENCE CHART
OR
PIONEER RADIO: ENSURE
THAT NOTHING IS PLUGGED
IN W/R PORT.
CONNECT TO
AFTERMARKET RADIO
BEHIND DRIVER SEAT
SATELLITE RADIO TUNER
BACKUP CAMERA MODULE
FACTORY RADIO
HARNESS
WIRES
FROM
VEHICLE
ANTENNA ADAPTER
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-OPTIONAL-
SXV300 SATELLITE
RADIO TUNER
STEP 7
6
BUTTON BAR
OBDII CONNECTOR
STEP 5
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MAESTRO RR MODULE
DATA
CABLE
4
18
NC
HRR-R8 T-HARNESS
NOT REQUIRED
4
STEERING WHEEL
CONTROL CABLE
10
18
AUDIO
CABLE
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3
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RADIO WIRE REFERENCE CHART
R8 T-harness
Wire Description
Polarity
Wire Color on Maestro
T-Harness
Wire Color on Alpine cable
Wire Color on Kenwood/
JVC cable
Wire Color on Pioneer cable
Wire Color on Sony cable
Illumination
Reverse Light*
E-Brake
VSS (vehicle speed sensor) (DATA)
Power Antenna (+)
(+)
(+)
(-)
Orange
Purple/White
Lt Green
Pink
Blue
N/A
Orange/White
Yellow/Blue
Green/White
Blue
Orange/White
Purple/White
Lt Green
Pink
Blue
Orange/White
Purple/White
Lt Green
Pink
Blue/White
Orange
Purple/White
Lt Green
N/A
Blue or Blue/White
Head unit adapter wiring (optional accessory, sold separately)
ACC-HU-ALP1
Wire Description
Polarity Wire Color on Adapter
VSS (vehicle speed sensor) (DATA) Green/White
Alpine Radio
Green/White
ACC-HU-KEN1
Wire Description
Polarity Wire Color on Adapter
CAM
CAM
(+)
(-)
Steering Wheel Controls (DATA)
Green/Red
Green/White
Blue/Yellow
Kenwood Radio
Refer to camera/radio manual
Refer to camera/radio manual n/a
ACC-HU-KEN2
Wire Description
Polarity Wire Color on Adapter Kenwood Radio
E-Brake
Reverse Light*
(-)
(+)
LtGreen
Purple/White
LtGreen
Purple/White
Steering Wheel Controls (DATA) Blue/Yellow
* Reverse light wire: Only connect to radio or module damage will occur.
n/a
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MODULE DIAGNOSTICS
LED 1 LED 2
PROGRAMMING BUTTON
LED 1
LED 1
Module/Firmware status
• or
•
•
•
•
LED 2 (RR2)
Bluetooth activity
•
•
•
LED STATUS
RED or GREEN flashing
1 RED flash
2 RED flashes
1 GREEN flash
3 GREEN flashes
OFF
DIAGNOSTIC
LED flashes 1 or more times, either red or green, when a steering wheel button is pressed : normal operation.
Module has no firmware.
Flash module using Weblink Desktop and log in. Do NOT use DEMO MODE.
Problem detected. Consult troubleshooting table.
After radio boots up : Normal operation.
Bluetooth is activated.
Turns off after one minute: Normal operation.
Normal operation (inactive).
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Gauges do not work, radio shows OBD2 Error 1 or Error 2.
The light on the Maestro is blinking turning on.
RED TWICE and the radio IS
The light on the Maestro is blinking RED TWICE but radio is NOT turning on.
Ensure OBDII connector is securely attached to the OBD2 connector of the vehicle.
If you hardwired connections at the OBDII, check connections at the OBDII connector.
Make sure the RED/BROWN wire is on PIN 6 and the YELLOW/BROWN wire is connected to PIN 14 of the OBDII connector. Do not use T-Taps. Soldering or military splicing methods are recommended.
If anything else is connected to the OBD2 or CAN wires of vehicle (programmer, throttle controller, insurance tracker, etc.) try unplugging it to see if gauges work. If gauges work without it installed, call tech support for options.
Reset the RR.
Ensure the 4-pin data cable is connected between the radio and the RR, and that it is plugged into the black port on the Maestro RR. The red and blue ports on the RR should be empty.
Make sure the correct radio model and serial number were entered during the fl ash.
Verify the radio’s serial number entered during the fl ash matches what is listed on the radio screen. This can be found in the settings of the radio, listed as Device Id, Device
Number, or Serial Number.
If installing a modular radio and it is not turning on, ensure the screen is secured and any trim pieces on the radio have been installed fully. Not installing these fully will prevent radio from powering up and show a 2x red error as well.
Test red and yellow wires for DC voltage at radio using a multimeter. Contact support if no voltage on red or yellow.
MAESTRO RR RESET PROCEDURE:
Turn the key to the OFF position, then disconnect all connectors from the module.
Press and hold the module’s programming button and connect all the connectors back to the module. Wait, the module’s LED will fl ash RED rapidly (this may take up to 10 seconds).
Release the programming button. Wait, the LED will turn solid GREEN for 2 seconds to show the reset was successful.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Phone: 1-866-427-2999
Email: [email protected]
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation, the aftermarket radio needs to have the latest fi rmware from the manufacturer. Please visit the radio manufacturer’s website and look for any updates pertaining to your radio.
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